This is one of the BEST Mexican food restaurants in the world! Honestly! I've been to Mexico 10x, studied Spanish in Mexico, went to college in Arizona and even had my wedding catered with Mexican food...I've been spoiled with good Mexican food but it just doesn't get any better than this! Insanely great food! read more

El Coyote Restaurant - Chills Relleno with chicken and the most delicious refried beans and the world best small batch chips! - Mexican Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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Best taco salad with chicken and avocado Nice atmosphere and a very sweet waitress. read more

This is very authentic Mexican food. No TexMex here. Highly recommended and the tacos and steak nachos are amazing.

Very good food made to order so don't be in a hurry but worth the wait.Gentlemen upfront taking the orders was very friendly and had a great personality. read more

Food and service was amazing!! only restaurant in south Florida that I've tried that is real authentic and delicious flavors ! Everything is 10/10 1000% recommend!! read more

El Coyote Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Fresh, made to order. Great salsa verde. Staff was very helpful We will return read more

I don't like leaving bad reviews but I also don't like wasting my time and money in places that are a waste of both of those! This was the worst Mexican food I have ever eaten in my life. These have to be fake four-star reviews. End of story. read more

Loved this place. Our new favorite Mexican restaurant. All tortillas and salsa made from scratch, their tacos are full of flavor and not dry, great beans. Best horchata ever!! Great service as well. 5 stars read more

This was the worst Mexican experience I've ever had. I don't think I've ever left a one star review. Let's start with the chips and salsa. Meh. Just ok. The red salsa was fresh but bland. We ordered the guacamole- it was also fresh but severely lacking in salt. When I grabbed the salt shaker, it was sticky on all four sides. Ew. My daughter and I both got carne asada quesadillas. The tortilla was soggy as hell and greasy. There was a very unpleasant and odd smell which eat bite. My daughter and I both smelled it. I tried to cover up the stink with sour cream, only to find that it was chunky. Seemed spoiled and smelled weird. I forced myself to keep eating only because this isn't the type of restaurant where you send things back. I ended up just scraping the meat out and eating that with lettuce. Sigh. My husband got the carne asada tacos. They were filled nicely with meat, cilantro and onions. Tasted okay but slightly bland so had to squeeze lime and put hot sauce on every bite. I can safely say I will never ever return and wouldn't recommend this to anyone. read more

This was sincerely one of the most disappointing dining experiences that I have had in years. It was later on a Saturday evening and we were feeling Mexican. After seeing some really great reviews about the food and service at this restaurant we were super excited to check it out! I called to doublecheck what time they closed that evening and they said 11pm. We arrived around 9:20pm and there were two other tables seated. The restaurant had loud music playing from a tv but was otherwise very plainly decorated. We sat ourselves at a table and were greeted with chips and salsa and menus. I will give the restaurant credit here, the salsa was DELICIOUS! But it's all downhill from here. After bit we were brought waters and we ordered one Lengua taco, the chile relleno plate, and the al pastor chimichanga. And then we waited. And waited. AND WAITED. Keep in mind that there were only two other tables in the building, one of them had already finished their food. Finally, forty-five minutes later we were brought our single taco and I was so excited because I was starving and it looked so tasty! The taco was overflowing with lengua, cilantro, and onions, enough for two tacos! After one bite all of that excitement was immediately gone. The meat was unseasoned, extremely greasy, and had no flavor whatsoever. Trying to stay hopeful, I hope a squeeze of lime juice would save this taco but that did very little. Then came our plates. The chile relleno was painfully disappointing. The pepper still had someone of the very tough and bitter outer skin that's usually cleaned after peppers are roasted. It was covered in a watery, tangy (not in a good way) mild red sauce, stuffed with unseasoned chicken and a mild cheese. The breading on the pepper was thick and soggy and feel off in chunks. Chile rellenos are my go-to Mexican dish and this one was the worst I've had. The rice and beans were cooked okay but did not bring enough flavor to make up for how boring and poorly prepared the relleno was. The chimichanga was beyond terrible. The tortilla was not fried like a chimichanga should be but instead, raw, soggy, and covered in a sloppy sauce they claimed as mole with way too much shredded cheese. The al pastor meat inside was fatty, chewy,  and had a taste that was almost rancid, it was so bad we couldn't eat it. We asked our server about the chimichanga to ensure that we had not received a burrito or something instead because we were so shocked at the plate. We were clearly disappointed in the food and had eaten maybe two bites of each plate after sitting there for fifteen minutes. Our server did not ask how the food was and chose to ignore how upset we both were. We got boxes to go because we can't stand wasting food but ultimately ended up tossing the food because even dressing it up at home couldn't save it. Before you come for me, please know that I HATE writing negative reviews, and almost never do. I wrote this review to warn you. I sincerely do not think all of the other reviewers dined at the same restaurant as me. The service was terrible and our entrees took almost an hour to get to the table. The food was disgusting. I walked away from this restaurant feeling almost confused at how bad the experience was. What a waste of money and a waste of our time.  Please don't come here and if you do, maybe stick to beer and eat some free chips and salsa. read more

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This was the only mexican restaurant around where I was staying. I was scared of going because of the bad reviews. But this ended up being a great experience. Yes service is slow, there was only one older man handling all of the tables. I didnt mind because they had older spanish music playing on youtube and my company was good. If you want a fast meal go to Mcdondales or Tacobell. It's perfect if you're hispanic and understand the culture. If you're not hispanic then have an open mind. The man handling the tables is from Mexico and the food is accurate. I plan on visiting again read more

If you like your tortilla chips thin and crispy, this place is for you. If you prefer your salsa chunky, this place is for you If you enjoy a slightly spicy salsa verde, this place is for you. If you love a generously stuffed chile relleno, this place is for you. The street-style tacos were equally delicious. Customer service was friendly, engaging, humorous and enjoyable. This place is located in a shopping plaza, ambiance is humble but you're there for the food. read more

The restaurant is clean with friendly personal. We had an order of threee sopes with carne asada. The corn masa of the sopes was very tasty and crispy. I also enjoyed my corn in the cob. Everyt at a reasonable price. I would go back if I lived near. read more

Not sure what's going on at this establishment. The chips and salsa were good, and the tacos were actually quite good. The environment was a little strange. Felt like I was interrupting a family dinner. Kids playing on the floor, some inappropriate content on the TVs. Just a little bit odd. Maybe they are just trying to get this restaurant off the ground, but I would wait to open it when it is professionally staffed. read more

The restaurant is usually pretty empty. I always thought it was awfully strange how empty they were each time we have gone. Now I understand, they take advantage of their clients . Not a good thing. They attempted to charge 14.00 for three tiny cheese quesadillas that had very little cheese. I told the waiter I have always been charged 2,00 per quesadilla. He came me back with a bill for 10.50! So not worth it! A pure rip off and dishonest. Food was not good enough to warrant such bad ethics. They "ran" out of avocado do no guacamole. There are better and more reputable restaurants. Will not be returning. read more

The tacos here are some of the best I've ever had, if not the best. The tortillas are always fresh and full of meat!! I have been eating here for years and will always keep going back!! read more

Food is home cooked and staff is friendly. The food is good and with the wait. My wife and I think is the best Mexican in town. Everything is cooked to order. The tortilla chips are fresh cooked. The food is slow to come out and comes unevenly. There is a limited selection of drinks. The food is worth the wait! read more

Service is horribly slow for such a small restaurant. So slow, it took 5 minutes for someone to come to acknowledge a few of us at the front entrance & offer to seat us. There was another party standing behind us. We all saw 3 clean, empty tables, yet the older, heavy set woman w/ longer brown hair told us all they were full? We all left & spoke in the parking lot agreed never to come back. The Latino gentleman in the other party said he thought they were racist & he was definitely writing a bad review! read more

I just wanna start by saying I have never sent food back and never left a review. But oh my god was this one of the worst experiences I have ever had eating out. To start me and my wife both ordered a water and horchata. She got her horchata after about 15 minutes of eating the most burnt tortilla chips, the type that a restaurant wouldn't even dare send out. It had to take the next 30 minutes of finally getting our food and then the sweet old woman, probably the owner, who wasn't even the server to come out and have to re ask her for the rest of our drinks. Meanwhile the woman who we ordered the drinks and food from was standing in the back for those 30 minutes on her phone. Anyway food finally came out and was disgusting, the rice was bland the beans seamed like they came out of a 3 year olds putty jar and the al pastor tacos weren't even pork they were grilled chicken with barely any flavor. The only saving grace of this place and the reason it's getting one star and not zero is the sweet old lady who runs it and the horchata which was actually pretty good. I know I'm ranting at this point but wow was this place awful would not recommend to my worst enemy. read more

The tacos were full & delicious. Proper Mexican tacos with great service will definitely be back again bc this place is a gem.

the chicken was like crockpot food the queso was velveta block of cheese... and the water was like sink water and the gave us 2 ice cubes in it. the service was fine but the lady would forget to bring us stuff and it was annoying. read more

The food was amazing! The chicken and shredded beef just melted in My mouth. The salsa and pico were quite flavorful. Plus, they have Pepsi in addition to Coca-Cola. I can't wait to go back! read more

Very solid. All the dishes I have tried (over three visits) have been tasty and quite fresh. The place needs a marketing makeover, with better takeover and clear signs outside. It is probably the best Mexican restaurant in the Dania Beach-Hollywood area. read more

The food and the service was good. The place and ambiance could be better if they want to succeed.

Run far from this place!!!!! We were in town and wanting Mexican. When we walked in it was super hot and only 3 people there on a Saturday night, that should have been our sign. It was so hot, we were sweating and not only did I have a bone in my chimichanga, we had a roach run across my friends arm and our table. We immediately stopped eating, paid our bill, and ran out of there. Do yourself a favor, do not go in here. read more

Great food - excellent service! First time here! The food was very good! We had the quesadilla and the guacamole both were very good! It's a joke in the wall place but great food and service so definitely worth trying! read more

First a serious warning, you will be turned off when driving and walking into this location, this is not your mainstream Roccos Tacos, Lime, Tijuana Flats, Casa Frida or Bar Rita..... nothing welcoming or fun. This place is really hidden, no signs except an old Chinese Restaurant sign above the store front, that use to be there before El Coyote moved in. They really need to rip down the heavy tinted windows and put some lights up, play some music...put some colors in the window. I walked right by and thought it was an abandoned store front. I walked in and almost walk out, ghost town, looked very old and haunted but clean. When I saw it was pretty clean and smelled good, went for it. To make it short, some of the best Authentic Tacos I have had in South Florida, hands down. Basically it's your Grandmother in the Kitchen cooking up some serious Magic....maybe i got lucky and just hit this place at the right time, I do not know....seems like just one person working the whole place..anyway, I think it could be a hidden Gem if you give it a chance....not sure they will survive because it's so hidden but really hope they do... read more

El Coyote Restaurant - Authentic Tacos - Mind Blowing Amazing - Mexican Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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This looks like the typical food spot in a strip mall. We went there on accident really. I tried to get our group to leave. It just didn't look like the right place. Wow was I wrong. The food is some of the best Mexican I have had for a long time. My table said the salsa was the best they have had. I always get fish tacos at a restaurant. That tells me how good the chef is,,,,,, order these when you go there please. What a pleasant surprise. read more

Food wasn't the greatest and they were short handed. Took a while to get our food and wished we would have went next door for the price we paid and wasn't too tasteful read more

The restaurant is a little strange, but the food was amazing. Give it a chance. The green salsa has really good spice to it, I put it on my Carnitas along with the 3 baskets of chips. I also had the chicken mole enchiladas, they were really good. The sauce was a perfect balance of sweet and smoky. The dining experience was a little odd along with the restaurant itself, we almost didn't even realize it was there. Delicious food, very home cooked feel. Definitely not your typical Mexican restaurant. Yum!!! read more

Just opened and has Absolutely Amazing Food!! My wife and I were so excited when we noticed this place opening right near our house as we love Mexican food. I went there on a Friday night to get a take-away order. The two young guys serving were polite, friendly, and well-skilled with the menu. The food we ordered (Mexican Torta, Quesadilla, and Gordita) came in large portions and was incredibly delicious. The servers told me this place was family-owned and you can tell by the love that is put into making the food. We most certainly will be returning and I highly suggest this to any local Dania resident or any tourist in town. read more

Great Authentic Mexican food. Burrito was to die for and the guacamole salad was so fresh!!! Definitely recommend.

Food was great. Portions are huge. Definitely a place you should check out. Food came out really quick. Definitely one our new spot for Mexican. read more

If I could give it more stars I would such friendly staff and the food omg being a chef I'm always saying good and bad things about restaurants but this place is only good the freshness from the homemade salsa to the guacamole to the burritos and tacos and nachos was out of this world family owned and ran if guy fierri comes to Dania beach Florida needs to come here it's bomb.com read more

If I could only give 10 stars! This place is a hidden gem. Everything from the chips and salsa, yellow rice, refried beans (no canned beans here) to our entrees was outstanding. Definitely our new go to Mexican restaurant. Not a strong following yet as it's relatively new. They only have a sign in the window so you have to know it's there. Mother runs the kitchen and 2 sweet sons handle the rest. read more

What a great little gem! Service is great and the food even better!! Reasonable and consistent food. The restaurant is super clean and decorated fun and casual!! They box it up great for to-go orders! Tacos, both steak and chicken, are really read more

Nothing fancy but the food is delicious! Give it a try. It's really fresh and we were surprised how much we enjoyed it. Decided to give it a shot based on the reviews and glad we did. Glad to have another great place in Dania! read more