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El Chico

3.5 (70 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican, Tex-Mex
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Ashley D.

Besides our server who was very fast and nice, this dining experience was below average. As for what was good, the salsa was delicious and spicier than most places, and the queso was a good portion. There were a few TVs playing sports, and it was a good mix of table and booth seating. As for what wasn't good, to start with, the tortilla chips were very bland and didn't taste like any other chips I'd have at Mexican restaurants in terms of consistency or flavor. I ordered the taco dinner and it was supposed to be "spicy beef," but it was extremely bland. My fiancé got the carnitas tacos, which had a much better flavor due to some onion. But overall, we were both disappointed by the quality of our meals and don't think it's worth the price to eat there.

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Donnie B.

My first experience at El Chico was back in 2018 at the now-defunct Promenade Mall on 41st and Yale. It was one of the best Mexican food restaurants I had been to in a very long time. I recall how great the chimichangas were and the ambiance of the restaurant. Sadly, that restaurant closed in 2021 leaving only the 21st and 71st locations. This location on 71st has remained our favorite of them all ever since. The food quality is fairly consistent and very good. In our opinion, their fajitas are some of the best in town. We've never had bad service as we've become well known to most of their staff. Inside is always clean and festive, though some of the booth seating is worn and could use replacing. Overall, we recommend El Chico to anyone looking for a nice, casual mexican dining experience of good quality and value.

Spike S.

I can't deny, other than Taco Bell I have eaten more Mexican food at El Chico than any other Mexican chain restaurant. When I only had pennies in my pocket, the Taco Bell Bean Burrito was king. Later on in life, when I had a few more pennies, dining at El Chico was high end dining. A luxury. It seemed that no matter where I lived or where I traveled, there was an El Chico. Consistency, availability and satisfying TexMex. All those years and even now, there is one meal and one meal only for me, Mama's Favorite Enchilada Dinner. A simple filling plate, of delicious spicy goodness. Two enchiladas filled with well-seasoned beef and smothered in dark rich TexMex chili. Perfect beans and rice on the side. Before that hot plate of food arrived, crispy chips, mild and salsa picante, and something no other restaurant has, El Chico's signature relish bowl of carrots, onion and jalapeno. You have to pace yourself and remember you also ordered a big plate of food. The service we had with this excellent meal was stellar. Diana an energetic, personable, friendly young lady took care of us. She wears a big smile and has sparkling eyes that brightened our table. I left stuffed with great TexMex food and with having the pleasure of experiencing competent, caring, first-class service. A rarity in large chain restaurants. I needed that!

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Dr Keebler ..

Server Her name was Lezlie. Ambiance It's a poor excuse for tex mex. Food The chicken fajita nachos were good. Overall The service was pretty good THIS time. Food was okay. Military

Sharon C.

With inflation so out of control ,it's nice to have local restaurants that still offer daily specials, happy hours, and other discounts. Fajita night is one of their most popular specials. We liked their chicken much better than their beef. At most restaurants we prefer beef, but we like the chicken better at El Chico's. On Tuesdays, you can get fajitas for 2 for $19.99 after 5PM. What we like most is their beef enchiladas with chili gravy. That is on special on Wednesday. They have discounted beer and appetizers for happy hour and half price pitchers on weekends.

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Steve R.

Yum! The beef and chicken enchiladas are a time proven recipe- so delicious!!! So grateful for El Chico serving great Tex Mex for over 50 years!

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Janet C.

Sulky Service W Side Of Attitude. Do Not Go aif YOU Want Good Service. Sorry Guys Big Fail Tonight Serving A Margarita = Not A MUG-A-RITA Constitutes Us Wanting A REGULAR MARGARITA = Twice As Expensive. When There Are Specialty MARGARITAS We Were Clarifying The Type Of Drink. Arguing With A Customer Instead Of Handling With INTEGRITY =LOSES CUSTOMERS. Saying We Don't Care When My Husband Said We Just Won't Come Here Again = Said Fine No Problem & YOU Argueably Called Us Liars. Big Time Reputation Killer. Huge Disappointment. No Wonder Restaurant Was Only 1/2:Full. 6 People Ahead Of Us Left Smoking Mad. I Plan Too Call Owner/Managers. We Often Used To go to Ones in Houston.

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Jason B.

I've been coming here for 20 years and now that I live in Orlando this is always one of my first stops when visiting family. My fav is the chicken nachos and for sure the corn tortilla with butter and their awesome salsa. Oh man I miss this place

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12 years ago

The chicken fajita taco was excellent! Loved the avocado and slaw!

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Thank you for stopping by. We hope to see you again soon!

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Thank you Lisa!

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12 years ago

Great place to hangout and meet new friends. Food and drinks are always phenomenal. Check them out.

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Thank you Candice. I will be sure to show Francisco his great review!

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7 years ago

Delivery was late and food was cold! Usually love el Chico but this was lacking in quality service and food

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10 years ago

Frankie is the absolute best server! Love the food and the new remodel! Ask for him when you come in!

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9 years ago

The best part of the meal was the chips and salsa, enough said? Probably will not return.

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