Wonderful, long standing restaurant for good reason. The food at this Mexican eatery is to die for, my fave is the Alambres! No need for top shelf here, margarita, half frozen, half liquid! Yes, this is a thing, bypass the brain freeze! read more

El Giro - Just the beginning..... - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

A sign that a place is good is that it's always busy, all day long. This is one such place. I always have to wait to be seated in their large, dimly lit, establishment, but never more than a few minutes. I always enjoy waiting for my food while I look at the ads on the tables, the art on the walls and booths, and enjoy the amazing chips and salsa they have to offer. Everything is always so clean! The Burrito Rio Grande is my go-to pick when I dine here, it's loaded with beans, rice, onions and a generous helping of slightly blackened steak tips, and smothered in queso and enchilada sauce, everything a growing boy needs! There are no sides with it because everything you could want is already inside of it. Their staff is always amazing and friendly, and I always tip them accordingly, as they work hard and provide an amazing experience, whether it's lunch or dinner. El Giro is a Mobile treasure, and should be experienced for yourself! read more

El Giro - Burrito Rio Grande - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

The margs will get us going let me tell you! Woo everytime we come in to town to visit family we come here. The drinks are strong and delicious! From the outside it does not look like a great place but some of the best places are a hole in the wall. The el pollo Michoacano was amazing. It is larger portions so splitting with someone is the best idea. Or you can take some to go for another day. Street tacos you can't go wrong with the chicken and shrimp are definitely the best ones. read more

El Giro - El Pollo Michoacano - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

I've been to this restaurant a couple of times and had a decent experience. But today was absolutely horrible. I ordered my usual enchiladas but I always ask for shredded cheese inside. This has never been a problem before. But today I had three different people come out and asked me about the order. When they finally brought the food out. It was the same enchiladas that were brought out 20 minutes before, and there was cheese inside them, but the cheese was not melted and the food was cold. I won't be back again. read more

Amazing food here. Whether you get a taco, or a fajita, it's guaranteed to be good. The only reason that I rated this 4-stars is because the service is bad maybe about 10% of the time. The ambiance of this restaurant is friendly as well, as they hang up piñatas, sing YOU happy birthday, and more. 4 stars. read more

Great Mexican food. Nice atmosphere; very relaxed. Courteous wait staff. Convenient location.

Food and service is always amazing. My go to place for Mexican food there food if just amazing.

Delicious as always!! The food is always fresh. Salsa and chips always included!! Have only gotten take out but yet restaurant is always crowded and everyone is happy!! read more

Crazy story. I went here with my elderly parents. The food was excellent. The wait staff was so helpful. The crazy part was after we left, I get home and my mother calls me . She left her teeth in a napkin on the table. So I called the restaurant and ask them if by chance if they found them. No, Notta, Nothing. The manager offer to let me come and look. Well my mother has only had them for three days so being the ever so loving son , I reluctantly agreed. So grabbing rubber gloves and an apron, my girlfriend and I run out the door to beat their closing time. I was lead into a beautiful clean kitchen. I was really impressed. I've seen commercial kitchens over the years and this one was really clean, especially for one that late at night. The kitchen staff, I think took pitty on us knowing what we were about to do. But nevertheless we got down to business of removing the nights table scraps from one trash can to another, searching for my mother's prized teeth. Talk about feeling dirty! But we continued all the way. Imagine how it felt to reach the bottom without a victory dance. It was like going to a birthday party and there's no cake. So after thanking the staff and apologizing for the mess we made, we left. On the way home I decided to stop by my parents house to see if she dropped it in the driveway. No such luck either so I decided to look in her house.. was promised they were not there. She adamantly promised she had looked everywhere. I know you can see where this is going. And yes you are right. Upon walking into the kitchen I can see a clump up napkin laying on the countertop. When I opened it up, I can see the pearly white dentures my mother had received three days before. There was no happy dance. There was no singing of joy, or anything of that nature, just the look of realization that my mother had gotten me lol. So with that said. The restaurant : Had really good food Very pleasant wait staff Very clean kitchen Helpful kitchen staff From the bottom of my heart, thank all of you for being so kind, friendly , and helpful. read more

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Mobile. They have good food that is typically served quickly after it's been ordered. Nice atmosphere and service. Would highly recommend trying this place out. I think the prices are reasonable as well. read more

Hands down, favorite Mexican restaurant in town. Quick service, and the food is amazing!

The food is alright but it's the customer service that makes me not want to come back. The place closes at 10 however when we come in at 8:45 we get rushed through out order while people are closing down the entire restaurant, sweeping and mopping right next to our table and everything. The owner followed us out the restaurant when I had a Togo water in my hand (I'm assuming he thought it was alcohol but damn really). read more

My all time, for many years now, fav Mexican restaurant in Mobile. The cheese dip is always amazing! I had a shrimp quesadilla ($5) with onions and peppers this time, as well as two soft beef tacos ($2.20 ea) - loaded with cheese. The salsa is always fresh and delicious! $2 Margaritas on many nights - beware, they're potent! ^.* I also recommend their taco salad fajita with steak or chicken - they grill the steak/chicken into strips and lather with grilled onions, peppers & white melted yummy cheese & top with fresh lettuce, guacamole, sour cream and tomatoes. So fab! read more

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My son and I came to try out their lunch menu it was our first and last time here. We only took a few bites from our meals and we both didn't like it so we asked for the check. So that was a waste of money. I felt guilty because I talked my son into trying this place since our apartment is just behind the restaurants location. read more

I had my order delivered through Waitr. Food was hot when it arrived and it came quickly, so kudos to both El Giro and Waitr for that. Salsa was good. Chips weren't stale. Lots of fresh cilantro in the salsa and not too spicy. Thumbs up. The mixed fajitas were not the best. They were hot, but the meat was pretty dry. I ordered the mixed - chicken, steak, and shrimp. I'd stick with just chicken next time. The shrimp weren't good at all. I ordered a single portion, but it was enough for two smaller appetites to share. Plenty of peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Overall, not terrible. read more

This place was BUSY and we had a table of 7. They got us in quickly for such a big group. The service was great and fast. The food was delicious!!!! This a serious run restaurant our group was impressed by how quick, friendly and efficient the staff was. read more

This place is cheap and good. We've come here for years and it's a friendly atmosphere with yummy food. The chips and salsa is great and my go to is a half order of beef and bean nachos. You can get a good buzz and eat for about $20 - can't beat that. Haha read more

El Giro - Chips and Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

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This restaurant is our family's favorite spot! THE BEST SALSA IN TOWN! We love the cilantro and fresh onions in the salsa! The staff feels like family each and every time we visit, no matter if they are busy or slow! Our menu favorites.... everything we've tried! They are SUPER GENEROUS with the cheese so if you aren't a cheese lover- go for an item with the grilled veggies! My son's favorite is the bean dip. If you haven't had it before, this one is a sure thing. If you are going for the nachos, order the 1/2 order because the full order is HUGE! The Plato Especial is another GREAT dish if your wanting to branch out from your regular burrito or quesadilla.... it's grilled chicken over rice with grilled veggies topped with cheese sauce! Be sure to tip well- these people work hard to keep us happy and full! read more

Sat at the booth for 20 minutes not one waiter come to ask for drinks or food orders Just looked at us read more

I have been going to this restaurant since I was a teenager, my absolute favorite Mexican spot to go to when I am in the mood for Mexican or margaritas.. The owner & the staff are amazing, such awesome people. My daughter is half Mexican & they always tease her about not knowing Spanish, she is 18 now but still loves the banter she has with them. I usually have a certain order at every restaurant I go to, this one is nachos deluxe half order or taco salad on rare occasion. Can't beat the prices & I always have a to go box bc even the half order is plentiful. Planning on going tomorrow, can't wait! read more

terrible service. food was dry and not tasteful. waitress was not attentive to her tables at all.

Great hole in the wall restaurant, wonderful food, but the wait staff isn't very friendly. I have called before to place a to go order and I got hung up on. I tried calling back and no one picked up. Their chimichanga is delicious and the burrito rio grade is great as well, and huge! Their cheese dip and salsa are to die for as well! read more

El Giro - Burrito Rio grande - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

Its been a while since I have been here, and I will not be back. This review is for the terrible service. Didn't stay to eat as we could not get waited on. After being seated quickly, ordered two waters. After 12 minutes, nothing. Finally walked out and no explanation was given. read more

We love El Giro! We come here every Thursday night for the last few years now and always enjoy our margaritas food. Their salsa and their cheese dip are my favorite in Mobile by far. I eat either the street tacos or beef burrito and both are always delicious! read more

We enjoy eating at El Giro. Service is always on point. Staff is attentive and friendly. Affordable and good flavors. read more

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Really good, especially the beef nachos. Delivery is usually good too, although we've had a few mixups. Their cheese dip could be a meal itself! read more

The lunch specials are pretty good here. The 1/2 order of beef and bean nachos comes with a generous portion (plenty of queso too). The service was fast. read more

very very very fucking rude. food was good though. when the lady came and gave us our cheese dip she still hadnt asked what we wanted to drink. then, sarah asked about our drinks and the waitress straight up told her to her face that she was "busy." then she proceeded to walk away and not come back for another 10 GOSH DAMN MINUTES!!!!!!!!! when i asked for a shirley temple she looked at me like i had 8 heads. i explained to her that i wanted sprite with grenadine and cherries and she CONTINUED to act confused. i was over it and ended up asking for a sweet tea. THEN when she got to me to order my food i wasnt ready, so i politely asked her to go on to shelby and she AGAIN looked at me like i was crazy. i explained to her what i was asking and she STILL DIDNT UNDERSTAND. food was great though! read more

honestly everything about this place is pretty dern good until today. they're entirely too loud and i asked the waiter for cheese dip then i tried to call the waitress over here then they both ignored me. read more

I will say this- the salsa is pretty good- mostly because it is heavy on the cilantro, which I like; but otherwise I don't like this place at all. Both times I've been here I did not like my entrees at all; most of the time I can pick through an entree well enough to be satisfied- but not here. It's kind of hard to describe why the food is bad; poor execution? ingredients? I'm not sure. Just overall badness. It's a small place with hard wooden booths that are crammed in there that aren't that comfortable- but artfully carved I will say. They play loud mexican music with spanish-speaking djs which can be really distracting. I've heard the margaritas are good, but I've never partaken. When they crank up the daiquiri machine that gets loud too. Overall, I wouldn't want to go there again for anything other than the chips & salsa. Maybe a drink. Avoid the entrees. read more

Good Chimichangas. Avoid the beans and the rice. Very friendly and owners have awesome memories. They remember patrons and what they like to order. Quesadillas are awesome also. The only issue I have every had was the beans and rice. Prices are reasonable for the amount of food you get. read more

El Giro is consistently good in every area. Service is usually good as well. Nice owner/manager. He often makes a point to stop by the tables. El Giro is my go-to place for Mexican food in Mobile. read more

I went to this restaurant on a Thursday night and wasn't greeted by anyone. We found a booth and sat down but had to flag down someone to bring us a menu after waiting for five minutes. After that, we waited another 10 minutes until we flagged down another waitress to bring us drinks! I thought that was very unprofessional. I ordered the tacos, mexican rice, and refried beans. The rice was the best I've had at ANY mexican restaurant but the tacos left much to be desired. The meat wasn't very flavorful at all and sort of watery. The chips were good but the salsa was too hot for my taste. Thursday nights they have $3.25 26oz margaritas served in a normal glass. They weren't the best tasting but they were very strong and cheap! I may go back just for those! read more

El Giro - 27 oz margarita... $3.75 on Thursdays - Mexican Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

Every time I've eaten here I've gotten sick !! The food has the weirdest taste and it's probably because it's not fresh!!! Also , the only drink they can make properly is the margaritas .. update your bartending skills! Not everyone likes tequila but when out with the family and that's my only option ‍ read more

Great menu with a good variety of selection. I really appreciate the vegetarian items! Best salsa anywhere. Love the atmosphere and great booths. Attentive staff but not overwhelming. Perfect place to a birthday party. Best food ever!!! read more

This was something we wanted to try because we're new to the area and we LOVE Mexican food. Service was incredibly nice and we're quick to get us drinks, chips, and salsa. The huge menu offers quite the variety to customers. It gets 4 stars because my dish (steak chimichanga with rice) was good, but just a little bland. I would definitely go back to try something else! read more

I don't know what the food is like, we couldn't get anyone to take our drink order, much less order dinner. For a Saturday night, they weren't busy, there were several booths open and a couple of tables that needed to be bussed. There was a large group that had not had their meal order taken yet, so we left rather than get our order caught behind 10 orders from the large group. We left and went to Whataburger around the corner instead. The Buffalo Chicken Strip Sandwich was excellent ! read more

I go at least once a week if not every two weeks. The best, very flavorful and always hot (temperature). If you haven't gone yet you must go. The owner is very sweet. Walks around and talks to everyone. read more

One of our favorite places to eat. We have been going here for years and love the food and the staff. The menu has lots to offer. If you like bacon and chicken try the Alambres. Jorge, Cecilia, Benjamin, Lordes, Nilsa and Erica will give You excellent service with a smile. All of the staff is Great. ElGiro's is Family owned and operated. Enjoy Your Delicious Mexican Food. read more

Food is decent for the area, but no where near as good as what I'm used to. I don't see where all the 5 star reviews come from; maybe people who haven't been out of the South for great food. Either way, its been really hit and miss as far as getting a spot on meal. Being this is about it for the Mobile area I'll come back. Service is hit and miss as well. Be sure to repeat your order, chances are its going to be wrong if you dont. read more