Went here for some salsa lessons in the back area they have. The area is very large and long more than wide. They have very delicious tacos and i really enjoyed the shrimp and chicken one except they could have had more shrimp on it. The margaritas were good and the beets come in two sizes. Our server was great and took care of our large party. read more

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Food is excellent here and I eat here whenever I can! My sister tries to eat here whenever she's in town also.

It was alright. The food ranged from average to above average. The server was kind and sweet. The kids got free Jell-o with their meal. I had avocado enchiladas, they were good, no complaints. My husband liked his fajitas and it came with huge pieces of soft beef. The salsa was spicy and the chips were warm. The best bite of the meal was the apple pie a la mode. It was swimming in melted butter and brandy. Two adult entrees, a kids meal and two desserts ran about $72 before tip. read more

Decent food. Adequate service not slow and the order was correct. Good The problem .. they let an older man (cannot say gentlemen as a Gentleman would never do this) come in with his DOG!! On a leash!! Obviously NOT a service animal And to make matters worse they let him up on the booth where he helped share the food!!! I am not sorry for saying this. I love and have 4 dogs in my home, but they do not belong in a restaurant! And I am all for service animals. Not "emotional support " animals! Especially in a restaurant!! What makes it worse is the restaurant knew it and allowed it to happen! How many health code violations did that break?? Would I ever eat or go to a restaurant that makes me share a table with a dog?? HELL NO!! I don't do that with my dogs at my own home! I will Never go back and I have been eating here since the 80's read more

What an awesome visit we had to El Chicos. My group, around 22 of us gathered for our monthly Toastmasters meeting. Our server handled all the orders with military precision. We requested that we be served our entrees before our monthly meeting started. The staff complied and brought an "army" of servers to deliver each and every entree to the proper individual hot and perfectly prepared. Our server and El Chico's staff didn't fail us. Everyone enjoyed the food. My wife had a taco plate, and I ordered a plate with 2 enchiladas. We ended our meal with chocolate nachos. Wow, everything was SO good. Thank you El Chicos for a wonderful time. Our group will see you again soon. read more

El Chico - Enchilada platter - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

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I love the sour cream chicken enchiladas I had them in Texas! Can't find it anywhere else! read more

Food good, service great and atmosphere very nice loved the music playing. Made me want to go dancing! Haha read more

El Chico - Beef Enchilada Dinner - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

Howdy, Y'all! Woo hoo! Fall at long last. 100° is gone, and you better get outside before winter hits. Enough Youtube. Wife needs nachos. Haven't been here in decades. This place is still awesome, so it isn't their fault. To dang many options in the DFW. Can't eat at all of them and still get a chance to cook at home. The raod construction at this exit made it a huge hassle to get here and back home. Now the exit is open, and I'm here for nachooooos (Say it like on Nacho Libre, and it's way better.) Greeted through the door, so that was quite pleasant. The restaurant is super nice and has the right feel. I need to come back to sit here. For nachos, though, they carry out. Took my order in minutes, so the wait for to-go is easy peasy. Fully stocked bar for those who indulge. I wish I could drink, but I gave up trying at 19. 40 years and just can't start now. Well, I got the food home, unpacked, enough for two adults in the order. Nachos packed with ground beef, cheese, on top of crispy chips. Not slopped together, individual nachos chips each made with care. Side of Rice and beans. Rice was fluffy and light. Airy, seasoned. Beans were nice refried beans that complimented the rice. Ordered Queso with chips for dipping. This is the light queso I try to make at home, but just miss, so Youtubing their recipe. Don't judge me. Food was a nice temp to say I had to drive home. Didn't have to nuke it. Just a nice amount of spicy heat to make the nose run a bit, but not such that it will be hot the "second time." Cannot do hot out. Let's keep it real. All in all, I'm already planning a sit-down experience here. I love my small adjoining town of Richland Hills. This spot is a great little hometown spot that deserves growth. I would love it if they had a patio to match the food. I can imagine sipping tea, enjoying their grub outdoors on a night like this. All of you reading this far, again, thank you for bearing with my novella's. Honestly, I love sharing when an experience went well almost as much as I love reading of your experiences. I read them from California to Georgia, Ohio, Florida. It connects us across this land. It is like a mini vaca to share in your travels. You ladies and gents are truly some interesting folks leading interesting lives, and I appreciate you taking the time to share a bit of it with me. Be well, take care, get and give hugs as often as minutes alive allow you. Come here, know you matter that you took time to show up even if you never share a word. You just read a word saying thank you from me, and the truth that you are a part of everyone else. Peace. read more

El Chico - Menu. - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

I love this place! I long for the days where I didn't have to drive over 3 hours to get the best tortilla soup ever created, but I WILL absolutely go out of my way when I am able. This place is amazing. read more

It was really good its been decades since I've eaten at a El Chico very surprised and impressed

We've driven by this place for years. My husband has been on the search for the best cheese & onion enchiladas around. They have to have the onions cooked in with the cheese. Not just a few sprinkled on top. He found them here! Great cheese pull! Steak fajita meat on top seasoned well & tender. I loved the Monterrey chicken & they allow substitutions of all vegetables instead of rice. Jody was the bartender. She was efficient & always there when we needed her. read more

This place is so underrated. We have been coming here for years once or so a week and I just love everyone up there. Food is amazing and the place has been recently updated bringing a great environment. read more

Walked in and greeted with a smile. Hostess sat us quickly for a Sunday brunch hour. Service was quick and attentive. Manager came by to check on us and our cups were never empty. Let's move onto food. It's texmex. Queso was good. Enchiladas were good.. not authentic enchiladas but Def texmex and filling. Dessert are AMAZING read more

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The food is amazing. I have never received anything I just didn't like. If you want the best amazing waitress ask for Karen. She takes really good care of you and goes out of her way to make sure you enjoy your food and the experience of eating there. The restaurant is always clean. read more

Great food, reasonable prices with an excellent waitress! Very clean and accommodating restaurant. Will go again, for sure.

Food is really good and service is quick. Plus they have really good happy hour specials!

I've been to Mi Cocina, Mi Dia, On The Boarder, yet something about this place makes them pale in comparison. Sure, they don't have "multi million dollar aesthetics" but who gives a hoot when the food, service and company is this great! Henry always takes care of his guests at the bar, not to mention the staff is always smiling much less happy to help you. Don't shy away from this place because it isn't in some immaculate shopping center. El Chico is one of the finest establishments I've consistently been going to for some time now- and that comes from someone who works fine dining my friends. Give it a go- I promise you won't regret it! (Oh and don't forget to tip whoever takes care of you!) read more

Solid, dependable Tex-Mex. When we just want something tasty and affordable, with good chips and salsa, we go to El Chico. I've been eating at El Chico's (different locations) since I was a young girl, and it holds a place in my heart. This location is almost always a good bet for tasty food at a good price. Their 2 can eat for $19.99 deal is especially great! We went and had some delicious enchiladas with churros for dessert, and had enough leftovers to take home an entire meal! Don't miss out on Enchilada Wednesdays, either, where you get 2 cheese enchiladas with rice and beans for about $6! They lose out on the five stars because our service is often a bit lacking, but we don't mind too much and just know that we don't expect to get in and out super quick here, and you often have to waive down someone to get a refill. read more

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Took my granddaughter for lunch, she loved their fajitas and thought her waiter was amazing. Last El chicos I went to was in Irving, Tx. Will be back. read more

I used to work here back in the 90's and it's still delicious. I had the Chicken Monterey dinner and it was amazing just like I remember. Service was stellar. 4 stars because my margarita was blended instead of from the machine which I prefer. read more

Go here and get FULL! Great staff. Great party room. Fajita special twice a week is a delicious departure from the norm!!!

Food is pretty good. The bartender is chill. It wasn't too busy when I went around 4pm. Some guy walking in the restaurant hilariously asked me if I left any food for them as I was walking to my car. read more

We have been to this location many times and continue to be impressed. Is it absolutely amazing? No. But it is dependable and tasty food for some of the best prices around! You seriously can't beat the price for the quality. We love to go Saturday's when they have fajitas and margaritas for two for only $23. They have great service too and never overly busy. Their margaritas are tasty but not strong but they are dirt cheap. It's one of our favorite places around. read more

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Great food friendly staff we've been going here for years and have never been disappointed with anything we've ordered. Enchilada Wednesday is one of the best deals in town read more

Love their food. Mondays is taco day great choices of tacos. Great margaritas. Waiters and waitresses are great.

I tried the burrito bowl with pork and a wine sauce for the first time at the recommendation of the waitress. Unfortunately, I didn't like it. Next time, I will try the beef version with queso. My husband enjoyed his cheese and onion enchiladas though, so that was good. We used to visit El Chico's back when we lived in Tulsa, OK. The food was good, not great but I had higher hopes for this meal and was disappointed. We really miss the Tulsa El Chico's and since my husband liked his meal, we will probably be back. I just hope the beef with queso burrito bowl is better. Otherwise, I won't be back. read more

SIRLOIN A LA MEXICANA 8 oz. Savory Sirloin topped with sautéed vegetables & a cheese enchilada topped with chipotle wine sauce & jack cheese.With rice, frijoles rancheros & choice of fries or Mexican mashed potatoes. 14.49 Really disappointed in this. The steak was tough and overcooked. The sautéed vegetables was white onion and...well white onions. The cheese enchilada was tepid to cool. Disappointing comes to mind. I had similar at this location a couple of months ago and it was awesome. I don't know how something can change so far down in such a short time. read more

I have loved this restaurant over 20 years, it's always consistent for great TEX-MEX. Service could be some better, but the food makes up for it ! read more

I have been going to El Chico for many, many years with very few disappointments. If I did have a problem it was always fixed to my satisfaction. I had my 65th birthday here on 9/26 and as always had a fantastic time. The food and staff were awesome! I will continue to eat here as long as they will have me! read more

Stopped in to have dinner with a friend... the restaurant was very clean. Henry waited on us and he gave exceptional service, the food was delicious and my drink was AMAZING!!! read more

El Chico - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

Great combination today, El Chico's and Cinco de Mayo! Food was awesome, service was fast and they even had live music tonight.

I've been going here for years and normally aren't disappointed but this was just bad. I'll let the picture comparisons to let you be the judge for yourselves! Soggy and gross couldn't even eat them. read more

El Chico - What nachos should look like... - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

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We stopped in last night for a last minute dinner since we had been out running errands. The inside was your typical restaurant. If we hadn't seen the outside or known we were walking into a Mexican restaurant you wouldn't have known until you saw the menus. The complimentary chips and salsa were great. I love a place that gives me free chips and salsa. My spouse got the shrimp tacos which had three large shrimp in each. That was a pleasant surprise from the normal small shrimp you get in other places. Since he wanted an enchilada and I wanted a taco but didn't want to get a second order of tacos he got the three taco combo. I got the Wednesday special which was cheese enchiladas. The food came out fairly quickly. The tacos looked good but the enchiladas didn't look insta worthy. On the plus side they weren't the oily greasy enchiladas that you'd expect at that price point. They tasted good too. The rice was a bit bland but ok as were the black beans. While the food was just ok the service was great. Our waiter was polite and helpful. He kept our drinks full and checked on us just the right amount. The price since I got the special was also good. Overall we might try it again if some friends asked us but there are far better Mexican restaurants around. read more

The waiter had a black eye and a swollen lip. But other than that, the service was great, and the food was delicious. The chips and salsa was great. I ordered the enchiladas, the plate was extremely hot! Be careful. read more

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I haven't eaten at an El Chico's since 2005 .. We were immediately greeted and immediately seated .. It was a party of three with my coworkers. We told our waitress we were short on time and she said no problem. We ordered our drinks and food. The drinks came quickly and the food did as well. I was shocked that it came out that quick. We sat down, ordered, ate and left within a twenty-five minute period. The place looked clean, old, but clean. The staff was very nice and very friendly. The chips n salsa were pretty good. I had the ground beef burrito with queso and double rice instead of beans and rice. It was pretty good, a little salty (probably the queso), -1 star. The rice had a good flavor but it was very dry, -1 star. My coworkers said their food was pretty good as well. I will more than likely not return as I love authentic Mexican food such as chicharrones, lingua, menudo, tripas and barbacoa. But to each their own. Worthy of a try, you may love it, but it's not for me. read more

El Chico - Chips n Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Richland Hills, Texas

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My bf and I always order Botanas Grande! It is enough for both of us and we looooove every single bite. We also get the large white queso. Never disappoints!!! We love love love El Chico! It's our go-to for Mexican delivery (doordash) food. read more

Update: they have decent tortilla soup and tamales. That absolutely saved this place from being a 1-star.

Good food, even better margaritas! We went during the lunch rush and they were still able to accommodate a large group. Service was fast and friendly. Lots of parking. read more

Hard to find classic Tex Mex in the Mid-Cities anymore, but you can find it here, and it is superb. The fajitas, enchiladas, sopapillas, margaritas... it's all good. My favorite is the avocado enchiladas. My wife and I enjoy coming here a great deal (although the atmosphere is a little old for us, but hey, it's the classic Tex Mex atmosphere). Service is good too. Don't leave without getting sopapillas! read more

Sometimes there are off days. Ironically we sat in the exact same seat today the we did the first time we visited in 1999. We didn't return until 2004 and have been fans since. Today was one of those off days. The waitress didn't use a pen and paper so we had to repeat. Then of course just as she returned to our table we wanted to make a change and she cancelled the wrong item.. Yelp is asking if they cater to the crooked and depraved with gender nuetral bathrooms, I dont know what that means, Im going to say no since there is no sign at the bathroom door that indicates its for the mentally depraved. read more