First time in for lunch. Great service and selection. A day of the dead type background with all of the traditional favorites. I had the shrimp quesadillas. It came with chips, salsa, beans and rice. Quick service and good pricing. Will be back! read more

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This is a cute little restaurant with a charming atmosphere. Our waitress provided great service. She was friendly and had a good sense of humor. The horchata was perfect. The mole & tortillas were freshly made an delicious. The beans & rice were good. Unfortunately, the chicken chile relleno was awkward and a bit unpleasant. It had chicken, but it also had surprise chunks of beef. I like beef, but it didn't belong in the chicken chile relleno. It was also very sugary sweet. Either the batter is full of sugar or the pepper had been soaked in sugar. The sweetness completely ruined the dish. The verde sauce had a nice amount of heat. They had beautiful art on the walls, but at least some of it was clearly printed from a screenshot. That leads me to believe that they illegally stole it from the artist by screenshoting & printing (or whoever they bought it from did). That's a copyright violation. The art literally still had the music symbol on it, like you would see on a post online with music (see pic). Support artists & photographers. Don't steal from them! read more

El Catrin - They clearly printed screenshots as their artwork. This is theft from the artist if they didn't pay for it or get permission. - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Awesome 10/10 Enchiladas Verdes were epic. My dinner partner got the burrito and loved it. This is great food. The chips are great and the salsa has a unique smoky flavor. read more

Being from Southern California I was excited to try some Texas Mexican for the first time and I was not disappointed! Very charming place, super friendly servers and amazing food. Very authentic and flavorful. The chips and salsa were the best I've ever had. Torta was well put together and a good balance of flavors. Definitely made with love read more

El Catrin - El Diablo Torta, quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

First off, walking in the customer service was great. The server was very hospitable and friendly. Margaritas are really good. The food is authentic Mexican food. The chips are definitely made fresh. They serve the chips with green avocado salsa, black bean dip, and fresh salsa. The flautas were soooo good. We also tried the fajita tacos and they were delicious. The atmosphere is great! Really cool pictures all over the walls. We will definitely be back again. read more

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Authentic, family-owned gem with true down-home charm! Every dish we tried was absolutely incredible -- full of flavor, freshness, and love in every bite. The handmade salsas, tacos, and carne asada were all 10/10. You can really taste the care and tradition behind each recipe. My family and I had a wonderful experience soaking in the warm, welcoming atmosphere that celebrates Mexican culture. Special shoutout to Eric for making our visit even more enjoyable! read more

I was rolling down Jefferson with my toddler nephew when I saw the magic word "birria" on some signage outside El Catrin. We immediately detoured into the color explosion that is this cute Mexican restaurant! The woman working was very nice and the food was great. I ordered the birria tacos and my nephew had chicken nuggets. The nuggets were toddler-approved and were a hit, and the birria were probably the best tacos I've had so far in the city. However, there was no consommé/stew to dip it in which was the only negative. I'll be back to work through more of the menu, this place is great!! read more

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From the moment you walked into and the moment you left, this place was such a cozy experience. It's brightly decorated with posters from sports, music, and film. The background music wasn't overbearing. You could actually talk with your company. There were too many choices, so we ended up getting a few different items to try, and it was worth it. The freshness was refreshing, and flavors were complex but subtle. The mole was perfectly balanced, and found it was an aunt who created it. There were two guys who took care of us. Both were very attentive and kind. A heads up, you will have a small wait for the good, but it's worth it. Even though we were very full, we got dessert anyways; a super rich and decant chocolate cake as well to a caramel filled churro. I beg you to come try this place, it's an experience that's unforgettable! read more

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Like i told the guy working. Rare i visit a place twice. Let alone in the same week. I'm quite satisfied with service and food quality. The food was flavorful and hot and the salsas... YES PLEASE! Spicy/hot is right where I want to be. Mom had the enchiladas and I had the Birria tacos. The quesadilla was a next day item with breakfast and family was happy. A solid choice. The inside of this establishment is very on theme for culture and decor. I can see myself sitting with friends or whoever and having a beer and some food. Its not totally tex mex like some of these other places. I may have found my spot. A third and fourth time will be needed with other dishes to officially decide. read more

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Service is really bad, they would ignore customers waiting at the counter, so wouldn't recommend!

We were in the neighborhood at the Bishop Arts Theatre Center. Yelp led us here, and I'm so glad it did. Brightly colored, and filled with families, we were welcomed in immediately. We had birria tacos, chicken enchilidas, and carne asada. Very much a iykyk kinda place with large portions and low prices. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing unpretentious food . All made from scratch from a tiny humble kitchen . I last had mole in Meridian Mexico and that blew me away . Today with reservation I tried their Mole Poblano . It was delicate and with a depth of flavor I did not expect . These are hard working people please give them a try . Food is just excellent . read more

Awful service, so so good and poor ambiance. Entered and no one let us know to sit or wait for a table. Asked for a regular coke and 3 people had to come over and discuss the choices with me. ( I speak fluent Spanish) Then received salsa and chips. We asked for salt. It took 20 minutes to receive it. Ordered birria tacos and rice and beans. They stared at us like what did you want? I asked for no cheese on my bottom tacos and they brought soft tacos with no birria consome. When I asked about the wrong items brought to me: 4 more people came over to figure it out. Finally received the right order. I then went to tue bathroom and the door lock was not working so people walked in on me. Meat was too bland. Salsas we're so so Will not be returning or recommending read more

El Catrin - a wall with various sports memorabilia - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This place is great during the week, I've been here for birria tacos and tacos de lengua. When I've been here, the lady who I believe is the owner is very kind and sweet. I took my boyfriend to try it out last Sunday and the food was ok, we got the Machaca, and the Caldo de Res. But that's not why I'm giving it 3 stars. The service was poor, the lady didn't greet us. Came to us with a "what do you want" attitude, was not friendly, and when our food came out and I asked for lemon she rolled her eyes at me. She seemed to be nice to everyone else (all other 2 tables she had) read more

Truly, the best Mexican food I've had in DFW! I've been here 3 years. It is literally like going to your grandma's house & eating the most comforting food in the world. I was left speechless. The service was fantastic, & the decor is so fun! I will be coming back again & again! I typically don't leave reviews, but this place deserves all my love. read more

I have been leaving in Bishop for a couple of years and am mad! I didn't know about this place. It may look like a hole in the wall but they have been a mainstay in Bishop for 10 years!!! I opted for the fajita plate which included fajitas, cheese enchilada, cheese quesadilla, rice, beans and a small salad. All for less than $15 and super tasty. Like so tasty I want to order another plate for lunch tomorrow. I'm so glad I got to eat here. This is definitely now one of my fav Mexican spots in Bishop. read more

The food was great but the price was never right. For example, taco $3, they will charge you $3.12 before taxes. Tripa is an additional 25 cents on the menu but they will charge you 65 cents. This is intentional. I ordered to go a few times so $3 tacos turned into $4 tacos. Why can't show up real price on the menu? read more

I used to love this place, but not any longer. They now play music so loud, you can't hear the person 2 feet across from you. And while I typically like the music, it isn't restaurant appropriate. the service has gone to s#!t ever since the woman who owns it had been absent, and the food isn't as good. but they raised the prices. I truly miss how it used to be. Simple, authentic, delicious. It just isn't enjoyable anymore. read more

Clean restaurant. Been twice this week. Friendly staff, one was a ln elderly the other night was a young female. Food is delicious and authentic. Pleasant environment too. Will go again soon. read more

El Catrin - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

10/10! Very authentic food! Everything was so delicious. Service was also great .. a little slow but due to there only being one server but she made sure we were covered 100% ... ambiance makes you feel like you're in Mexico read more

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Used to be good but straight trash now. Tried the nachos the latest visit and was just chips with horrible meat on top and a side dish of cheese sauce that is worse than a gas station cheese machine. Asked the waitress why the menu says cheddar cheese on the nachos and she just said they're trying different things with the dish but hasn't been really working. This is after they had to remake the churro because they burnt the first one. Never ever again. read more

Best Mexican food I've had in Dallas. This is a really cool little mom-and-pop place, and it's got an attached convenience store that sells Mexican candy, snacks, and sodas. The restaurant itself is phenomenal. Their Chicken Enchiladas Verdes are my favorite, along with the pozole soup. It's so hard to find pozole at all, let alone GOOD pozole, and this place nails it. Their Carne Asada is delicious too. You seriously can't go wrong. Also. Margaritas? Magnificent. Definitely check this place out. It's right next to the Bishop Arts district, but not in the gentrified part. So basically, you can feast like a king here for the same price you'd pay for a couple of flavorless cupcakes a few blocks away. read more

Decent food, a bit Overpriced. The service was okay. Well decorated for photos would go for alcoholic drinks. read more

I really enjoyed this place. Good food and friendly people! The art within was beautiful. I'll definitely be back again when I'm in the area. Sorry I didn't take pictures of the food. We were hungry. Only downside was the bathrooms. Although they were clean, the men's room had no soap and the toilet was clogged. The lady's room smelled like someone dropped a major deuce but there wasn't any air freshener nonetheless I like this place. read more

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This little gem has recently been remodeled. It is so cute on the inside and offers authentic Mexican food and drinks. read more

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Came to eat with my brother we entered and sat down waiting patiently for someone to attend us we waited about 10-15 minutes but the guy just kept looking at us js sitting there then that's when my brother said let's go elsewhere never experienced that there before read more

While others skimp and charge extra fir chips or "handmade" corn tortillas, here they kindly ask you if you want more. Delicious food, great atmosphere and excellent service. Definitely a hidden fem in Oak Cliff. read more

El Catrin - Consome de Birria. While others skimp and charge esxtra for chips or even extra "handmade" tortillas, here they ask if you want more. - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Everything was excellent omg those salsas are the best! Tacos super yummy those tacos with homemade tortillas were amazing!

Food is fresh made and delicious. Service is great. Great authentic Mexican food. Ambiance is fun. read more

El Catrin - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Best place to have the most delicious food!! I couldn't have been more pleased husband and my daughter enjoyed our meals. They had the best costumer service and beautiful decal. I would recommend. Will be back soon. read more

This place is so freakin good!!!! I'm from LA and my standard for taquerias are pretty high. Man i dont even like beans and their beans were so good! From their tacos to their salsas, so so amazingly good!!! read more

Soooo I got off work early and had an appt and had no idea what I wanted! Spotted this little gem around the corner and OMG these birria tacos are Devine!!! $11 bucks for 2 birria tacos with consome and of course chips and 3 salsas brought to your table. They are family owned and you can tell they truly care and appreciate their community. Go there! They also offer a full bar and great ambiance. read more

El Catrin - What's left of their amazing birria and chips and salsas!! - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Really good birria tacos and aguas fresco. Wonderful Mexican small business located in a really cool neighborhood. They serve alcohol and the interior decor is beautiful. read more

Ladies in the kitchen turning out freshly made corn tortillas, delicious birria tacos & Grandma's Molé which is not to be missed. Will be sure to visit on a Saturday when they serve Zacahuil. read more

Great music, awesome decorations and amazing birria tacos. I meant to take a picture of them prior but they got demolished pretty quick lol. Definitely recommend this place for tacos and the piña aqua Fresca was delicious. read more

Came here this evening because I was in the mood for some Birria and I was just around the corner in Bishop Arts. The birria was fine but I was overcharged at almost $5 per taco! Maybe I was overcharged because I'm a gringo, idk. She tried to overcharge the other non-Spanish speaker next to me but he called her out on it and she corrected his check. I let it go and still left a good tip because it's the holidays and businesses are struggling but I prob won't return due to shady practices (and the lack of soap in the bathroom). read more

It was my first time eating there. It's a small place but feels very welcoming. Food was good and great customer service. I will return to try the gorditas. read more

I'm in town from Houston and decided to stop by this humble restaurant and was not disappointed. Their Caldo de rez was delicious and so was the Chile relleno plate that I got with beans and rice instead of salad. My only complaint would have to be the Lime cucumber natural water this day was a little on the bitter side but overall good place to get some food. read more

I discovered this gym while I was driving around working. In my opinion, one of the best taco joints in Dallas. The chips and salsa were homemade, and the staff was very friendly. I had 4 tacos Al pastor/Trompo and they were amazing. The tortillas tasted handmade, and the meat was perfectly seasoned and they don't skimp on the amount they give you. If you're ever in the Bishop's arts district and want to treat yourself, I highly recommend it. On Mondays and Fridays their tacos are only $1! read more

Made it a tradition to eat here when I come to the area. I love the flavor of their hot sauce and seasoning on food. Love their fajita tacos with home made tortillas. read more