What a cute hidden gem ! I have passed by this restaurant countless times & always wondered about it. It's 5 mins from my home. Took over 10 years but better late then never! Finally went today!! What have I been missing all these years. Taco Tuesday $3 tacos if you want shrimp or fish $4. Margaritas - looked like a fish bowl $5 ! Delicious !!! Brissa our waitress was wonderful very attentive, friendly & welcoming. There was an older gentlemen - I didn't get his name. He was extremely nice, kept coming by to see if all was okay & collected our empty margarita glasses. We ordered the carnitas, chorizo & steak tacos. 6 in total & filling. All delicious especially that they make their own tortillas! Now let's discuss the salsa. Can you make the salsa bowls slightly bigger. Or less chips because the salsa finishes & you have plenty of chips leftover. I didn't want to keep paying for salsa just to finish the chips. I will definitely be visiting again and bringing some friends! read more

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I was in the area and I'm so glad I found this little gem because I was absolutely starving! The place is tiny, but the food is amazing. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. I ordered two horchatas to go, a carnitas burrito, a breakfast burrito, and a bean and cheese pupusa with beans for my little one. Everything was packed to go, and my total came to $48 and some change, which I thought was a great price for everything we ordered. The only thing I was a little disappointed about was that they forgot to include the sour cream with my order. Other than that, everything was great! The environment was friendly, the place was clean, and the food was delicious. I'll definitely be returning to try more from the menu. read more

El Guanaco - Outdoor seating - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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I saw this place on social media and I'm assuming the people that did the videos are family members or friends of the owners definitely overrated. Some of the food is over season and some is bland. The fried plantains felt like crackers and for my money I think I'd rather go somewhere else. Definitely will not come back Also, the staff is very pushing read more

El Guanaco - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Greetings, I came to this location as it was highly recommended for happy hour. My first take is if you are promoting happy hour. Create a separate short menu for HH. It almost felt like they did not like that my group wanted to spend on the happy hour priced food only. The steak and chorizo tacos were a bit overcooked. The chicken and pastor were very good. There was only one sauce to add and it was extremely spicy, no mild sauce. They gave us a small batch of chips for 4 of us and any extras was a charge. We all ordered margaritas, I had tamarindo and it was watery, I requested a shot of tequila to add. I pored half of the shot thinking it would be too strong and nothing. Right before I paid I smelled the shot since I still had some tequila left and didn't smell the tequila. I tasted it and it was watered down, it was never brought cold so I don't know if the bottles are refilled and maybe watered down. My opinion is if you are going to partake in taco Tuesday all day Happy hour you need to make it worth it. If you want to use a cheaper tequila that's fine, hh isn't top shelf liquors but a watered down tequila is an insult. Kindly advised read more

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My friend invited me to lunch at El G. I'd never been. What a treat! A blink and you'll miss it cozy little restaurant, I was smittened by its charm. We chose a two top on the lovely patio. After ordering sweet tea, we were brought a basket of tortilla chips and some spicy salsa. We ordered guacamole and it was perfect. Onto the main courses: She had the taco trio with black beans/rice and I chose a chile relleno with refried beans/rice. Instead of the usual cheese stuffed poblano pepper I opted for steak + cheese, which also had some veggies in it. Very tasty. El G is a charming place and the servers are nice and efficient. We arrived at 1 pm which we found out was the perfect time. It got very busy later. Can't wait to go back with others. read more

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I think this place is great but last order place to go it was not . We ordered two chicken soups to go and when we got home the was barely chicken and two chicken wings and barley veggies . Not how it usually comes which is with actually chicken . I think they gave was whatever was left . I called then and the offer2: me come back and get two soups for free instead just doing a refund (even send pics ) . It was a nice offer but with the holidays and stuff hard to come back. . If you are planning to order from the make sure you check your order and if it is any kind of soup ask the if they had enough or just left overs . read more

El Guanaco - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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Great discovery. This mexican restaurant is different in a good way. Menu is basic but all dishes are taste like home-made. Our whole table had compliments for the taste and the freshness if the ingredients. Claudia was our server, she was kind and we never had to wait for her. Highly recommended. read more

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The food was outstanding! We tried the birria tacos and they were made to perfection. Not too greasy and the exact amount of taste to make it palatable and not overwhelming. The locale itself is charming, with both indoor and outdoor seating. They had deals on drinks and their taco Tuesday is $23 for all you can eat tacos! If you're hungry, bring your appetite for that deal. The parking is a little stressful since it's very tight and running along a major roadway but we lucked out and got parking right away. The service was great and felt very authentic. This is a must if you're in the area. We're headed back for pupusas next time! read more

El Guanaco - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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This is such a lovely restaurant, very authentic, delicious food, and delightful employees! Inside is very cozy. The green they choose inside is calming and refreshing plus I love booth seating anywhere I go. They serve Salvadoran and Mexican food and it is made fresh and tastes amazing! I order the crab and shrimp burrito and they don't skimp on crab meat or shrimp at all! Did I mention they use Real crab meat! Everything was sautéed in fresh garlic, onions, peppers and tomatoes to create the most amazing burrito. Never lacks flavor! The rice was made perfectly and I love that they add veggies into it and the beans refried, smooth and creamy! I always have to get guacamole and chips, I t's a must for me. And just like everything else made fresh with crispy chips to go with it. read more

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Just left this amazing establishment and I gotta say the food was absolutely amazing! Hubby and I split the Elote corn and had about three buckets of chips between us and our friends. I had the Birria tacos, hubby had the fried chicken chunks with added onions, our friend Bill had a delicious chicken marinated breast with rice and his awesome wife had the Mexican plate combo, which had so much food! I am so glad I took a chance on this restaurant because we all agreed it will now become a staple in our rotation of places to eat. Additionally, the staff was so genuine, kind, and nice and I love that! read more

This is one of my favorites in South Florida! We're in the area often and always make a point to stop by when we can. The food is so fresh and amazing, the pupusas alone are worth the trip not to mention the amazing chips and salsa! read more

El Guanaco - Pupusas - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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Came here for their Taco Tuesday special: all-you-can-eat tacos for $19.95, and 2-for-1 mojitos! Get here early if you can, there is almost no parking in their tiny lot, and no other public parking nearby. We sat out on the back patio, which was an awesome little space! They have seating inside as well, but I would recommend the back. We started off with free chips and salsa, which was surprising because so many places don't do that anymore. The mojitos were well made, heavy on the mint (which I liked). We tried a wide variety of tacos- carnitas, chicken, steak, al pastor, and chorizo. We liked all of them, but both agreed the steak was the most tasty! My biggest complaint was that service was SLOW. We didn't seem to have one server dedicated to our table, so people cycled through taking dishes, bringing drinks, etc. Several times we asked for a water refill or more tacos, and whoever we asked seemingly passed the message along to someone else, who would come by about ten minutes later and ask what it was that we wanted. I wasn't in a hurry, but our dinner ended up being very long as a result. Overall, I would recommend this place for the tasty food, but would make sure I come on a night where I'm feeling patient! read more

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Delicious!! I was looking for a Mexican restaurant on Uber eats and had never heard of this place. Gave it a try and it was 10 out of 10! I loved their chicken burrito, chips and guacamole and Mexican street corn. Would order all three again. I also had the tostado which was ok- but since it was to go I imagine it tastes better on site. The food was definitely cooked to order, everything was correct , packaged well so I have no complaints. I have not been to the location so I cannot speak on the service there or location. However, I will definitely order from there again! read more

Tiny and cozy Mexican place with some nice vegetarian options, good margaritas and great service! We been there a couple of times and will probably go back read more

El Guanaco - Yuca - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Five star because the food was delicious. I found them at the Oakland park food festival and as soon as I tried their rice, I knew they were good. White rice barely has flavor and this had all the love. These are the flavors that Broward are missing. We need good inexpensive Latino food. Today I was in the area and noticed I was close by so we stopped. It's a small house like restaurant. Indoor/outdoor seating, small space though but quick turnover. No frills, just good food. And fast, friendly and efficient service. It was packed on Taco Tuesday but they moved everyone's orders quick, I love that. I noticed the menu was half mexican half Salvadorian food. I also saw they have unlimited tacos for $19.95 on Taco Tuesday only. I ordered the Chipotle chicken burrito. It was excellent, so much flavor! Came qith refried beans, guac, rice and a green hot sauce for $13. It was a good portion. We also tried the steak flautas that also came qith the same sides. Our side was an Elote that was nicely grilled too. This place is great honestly with great prices. Parking is free but right depending on the day but a must go for a no thrills great meal. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place out for a while -- well we finally did it and we can't get enough! We opted to sit inside, which is small, but there is a patio area with more tables, so don't be intimated by the inside if all the tables are occupied! We shared 2 pupusas as appetizers; pork with beans & cheese and cheese only. They tasted authentic and are of good size. We could've just done with those for our meals. For my main I had the Churrasco Steak and my boyfriend had the Fried Pork Chunks. OMG the steak was probably the most tastiest flavorful steak I've had in a while and I couldn't get enough. It came with their seasoned rice, black beans and plantains and 1 corn tortilla. The corn tortillas were dense and just what the dish needed - it tied it all together. Service was friendly and the sangria was a treat. Can't wait to go back! read more

El Guanaco - Pupusa - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Cozy Mexican/Salvadorian restaurant. Great place for a quick/casual bite. I was greeted by friendly staff and seated right away. Food was great! The chipotle chicken burrito was packed with protein, flavor was good, beans paired nicely with the burrito. The steak tostada was my favorite. Steak is well seasoned. Definitely recommend! The chicken tamale was ok, I personally would not order again. I had a strong flavor of either star anise or cinnamon, not sure which but it kinda threw me off. The Paloma was refreshing! They have very affordable cocktails. I would 100% return! read more

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Came with some friends for taco tuesday. The staff were lovely and very willing to accommodate our needs. I got one shrimp and two fish tacos ($4 each). They were very average, not very flavorful and was not really blown away by anything. However, not bad for the price point. read more

We met friends for lunch here during the week. The restaurant is a separate small building. As we pulled up, I recognized it as a place I'd come to before -- right after they opened, but before I was doing yelp reviews -- with a girlfriend. The restaurant is small inside, but out back they have a lovely patio area with tables and chairs. We sat at a high-top table. They have a special lunch menu (ask for it if you are not given it) as well as their regular menu. Three of us ordered from the lunch specials and one from the dinner menu. The restaurant is part Mexican/Spanish and also cuisine from El Salvador. We were given a basket of chips and two cups of mild tomato salsas to start. I ordered their mahi tacos from the lunch special menu. The fried fish was lightly battered and came in soft flour taco shells with lettuce and pico de gallo, a mound of rice, and my choice of side (salad). There was also a small container of very spicy green sauce on the side. My husband got a combo lunch special. It had a beef soft taco, and a beef crispy tostada, refried beans, rice, and (what he enjoyed most) was the enchilada with cheese. Spicy tomatillo sauce on the side. Our friends had a tilapia fish with pico de gallo lunch special and a (dinner portion) steak with white rice, plantains, and black beans. They also shared one of the pork and cheese pupusas. For dessert, my husband and I shared a very good caramel flan. We had a nice time, catching up on conversation, and were not rushed even though inside the place was packed. Lunch prices are reasonable, portions are still a decent size, and the food was good. read more

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This is a small Salvadorean / Mexican restaurant on Prospect in Oakland Park. There is some customer parking in front and to the side of the restaurant. They had a lunch menu, which they offered after we asked for it. Many items for $10... usually a protein and two sides. The rice and beans were good, my grilled tilapia was good. My husband's carne asada was very dry and not something that I would get again. The chips and salsa were free for the first basket...they were good...the chips were warm and the salsa chunky. I also ordered a pork and cheese pupusa...it was just OK....not my favorite thing to eat....but I wanted to try it...... Our server was nice and pleasant. We sat in the patio on the back of the restaurant. A nice pleasant ambiance. They gladly do separate checks. read more

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3/11/25- Freestanding building off of Prospect and 44th ,parking is a little tough but if you know we got there early at 11:15 for lunch .I knew what I wanted. I had the steak burrito which comes with rice and refried beans and that green sauce .G had the mahi tacos three at a time $10 for lunch and the chips on the table with the salsa. The jasmine remembered me. I haven't been there and I don't know how long Jasmine you are the bomb, thank you so much means a lot . Your renovations are really nice. The back patio Big nice w/ coverage. read more

El Guanaco - Steak burrito - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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El Guanaco has the absolute best Pupusas in all of South Florida! Plus, the variety of food is exceptional!! read more

El Guanaco - Pupusas - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

The food, service and small personally owned makes this place a gem. I have never had a bad dish and always served with a smile. Try it, you'll be in love. Thanks EG for your service to our community. read more

Visitamos este restaurante por primera vez, después de haber sido recomendado por unas amistades que viven en el área local. El restaurante pequeño, pero el servicio bien auténtico y los meseros se Encargan de sus mesas muy bien, para asegurar que tengan todo lo que necesiten durante su experiencia de cena. Bonus! Si te gustan las Pupusas o quieres probar, este es un lugar espectacular para disfrutarlas read more

We visit here at least once a month. If you're looking for authentic Mexican restaurant with great service and are tired of Mexican chain restaurants, I highly recommend this one. You must try the homemade guacamole as an appetizer. It's that good. We tried to keep it secret, but it got discovered. Recommend if you have a larger party they will accept reservations and they now have outside dining in the rear of the restaurant. One of our favorites! read more

I consider five stars for food and ambiance. While there are numerous waitresses and employees, the service was not as quick as I would expect. The waitress was friendly and attentive once she showed up, but we waited some time for our drinks, and additional time to place our food order. The food was delicious. The ambiance is great; we sat outside in the back patio. I will be back and recommend the place, but I suggest you set realistic expectations of the delayed service. read more

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My last review was 10 years ago and this leave is still delicious. Everything taste so fresh. I like that you can order individual items and get a variety of foods. We had a pork, bean and cheese pupusa, steak tacos, pork tacos, chicken tamale, and sweet tamale all for $30. They bring you one complimentary basket of chips and salsa. They have indoor and outdoor dining. read more

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I recently visited El Guanaco for the first time. This is a little quaint place with a handful of tables on the inside as well as a nice little outdoor courtyard dining area in the back, where we were seated for dinner. They have quite an extensive menu which even includes many Salvadorian dishes. I started off with a Michelada (with Modelo), and couldn't believe the size of the drink I was served for only $8. The homemade guac and chips were fresh and delicious. For my entrée, I got the Supreme Fajitas with steak, chicken, and shrimp, which were excellent. My friend went with the Churrasco steak (sorry, no pictures of her dish) which she enjoyed, though did acknowledge she's had better. Overall though, we both enjoyed our meals and the prices were reasonable with the total tab being $74. Being as it was a Tuesday, the place was packed and the service was a bit slow, so for my next dinner visit I'd probably go back on another day of the week or perhaps even for a mid-week lunch, as I noticed on the menu that they did have very inexpensive lunch specials on offer. Overall, this is a very solid spot I would recommend anybody to try. read more

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I came here for a very late lunch/early dinner after reading so many rave reviews on Instagram, and this place did not disappoint. We started with the free chips and salsa for the table. The chips are house-made, and the salsa has a nice kick to it. I got a soda but my husband and kids got the horchata. I am not a horchata connoisseur, but it was very good and very sweet. This restaurant combines traditional Mexican staples with Salvadoran cuisine. We stuck to the typical Mexican suspects. For our mains, we ordered the al pastor burrito, carnitas chimichanga, and the crab and shrimp burrito, and enchiladas. The pork was super tender and flavorful, and the portions of everything were quite generous. I had a crab burrito at La Bamba that wasn't anything to write home about, so I was hesitant to order it. However I took a bite of my son's and it was SO GOOD. Like I literally said I need to come back just to get that crab burrito! Overall we really enjoyed the food here and there are plenty of options for every appetite. I definitely want to try dessert next time too! read more

For me this was classic don't judge a book by its cover. This place is in a strip mall. When we arrived I saw these stools in the front and thought surely this isn't their outdoor seating. It wasn't! Upon entering we found a bright nice inside with a few tables. We chose to sit in their patio which is covered with a variety of table choices. Our waiter was helpful and very nice. They had specials for superbowl Sunday. Had a pupusa it was larger than an I expected. Delicious flavors in the rice and beans and the 7 layer dip was refreshing. Would highly recommend. read more

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Food is always great, flavorful, and consistent! The people are very attentive and friendly. Nice and chill in the inside and outside seating available, as well! Great El Salvadoran restaurant! read more

El Guanaco - Double steak burrito with rice and beans. One of the best burritos I've ever had! - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

The food is consistently good, service is excellent and attentive and the ambiance is great! We love every single dish we've tried! read more

El Guanaco - Chilaquiles with Two Eggs and Steak - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

I had a work meeting during lunch, so I decided to finally try this restaurant (for delivery). My only issue was that I received my order wayyy past the delivery time indicated on the tracking.. But the food was surprisingly fresh and delicious! No complaints on the taste. More than enough food for one person! (They also have $10 lunch specials, but those are dine in only.) read more

El Guanaco - Crab and Shrimp Burrito & Fried Plantains - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

I started going last Saturday and the place and the good is amazing! Recommended if you are craving for some Latin American food. Servers are also nice and i like the vibe of the place read more

El Guanaco - Beef Lg Short rib soup and vegetable - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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This is my favorite spot to get Mexican food. I love their chilaquiles and chicken sopes. Service is pretty good. I sometimes have an issue ordering 1 thing and getting another. They fix it, but it's happened a few times already to me. They have good drink specials and indoor and outdoor seating. read more

El Guanaco - Chicken Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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Food and service is great , Carmen is very friendly and funny Love her !!!! I have been coming here for years !!!! https://www.instagram.com/roman_hairstylist_llc?igsh=MTBuNnRqMmF2MnpnOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr read more

The staff and food is ALWAYS amazing! I come here at least once a week and love the outdoor patio read more

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Pretty good! Consistent and not over priced. I got a combo plate. Chips and salsa were very good. We will be back. read more

El Guanaco - Combo plate - Mexican Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Another hidden gem in the Fort Lauderdale area! This unassuming establishment has become a cherished go-to spot for my boyfriend and I whenever we are in the area. With its inviting homey feel and delightful outdoor seating area, El Guanaco offers a warm and welcoming ambiance. Having been here many ties, I can confidently say their food is consistently fantastic. You can never go wrong with a great burrito. Their staff is always friendly and attentive. My favorite spot to dine here is in the back outside seating area when the weather is cooler. It provides a cozy and intimate setting, especially with the lights overhead. Plus they serve good margaritas. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and pay them a visit! read more

Guanaco participates in DINEOUT Lauderdale. If you don't know what DINEOUT Lauderdale is here is some information about it (if you know what Miami Spice is, this is Fort Lauderdale's version): Dine Out Lauderdale RESTAURANT MONTHS August 1 - September 30, 2024 Visit Lauderdale's Dine Out Lauderdale Restaurant Months showcases Greater Fort Lauderdale's diverse culinary offerings to residents and visitors. We're offering you a smorgasbord of ways to eat your way through Greater Fort Lauderdale with curated, three-course dining options. From August 1 through September 30, 2024, participating restaurants and eateries throughout the region are featuring prix fixe menus at $35 (lunch), $45, $55 or a luxe option for $75, plus additional discounts on sweets and treats, brunches, happy hours, and exclusive culinary experiences. Here's the website with more info and a list of participating restaurants: https://www.visitlauderdale.com/dineout/ For $40 you get to pick from a selection of appetizers, entrees, dessert, and drink (just a heads up, the coca cola from Mexico I ordered is not considered a soft drink from the DINEOUT menu, I had to pay about $3 for the special Coke, I guess it's only can sodas that are considered part of the fixed meal, no worries) For my appetizer I ordered the Street Corn. Only one cob and it was delicious. Then I asked for the Snapper with rice and beans and maduros. I had enough to take some home. For dessert I ordered the churros which came with icecream, very tasty and also took some home. For my drink I decided to get Coca Cola made in Mexico in old fashioned bottle which I've heard is made with real sugar, not high fructose corn syrup, although I don't mind the regular version. Like I said before the Coca Cola bottle is not considered a soft drink for the DINEOUT Lauderdale fixed menu. All the staff were really welcoming and I didn't have to wait too long for the food to come out. I went with my neighbor/friend who needs to use a wheelchair and at Guanaco there is a ramp from the parking lot and my neighbor was able to sit in his wheelchair at a table, plenty of room. Guanaco has a very tidy and inviting ambiance with nice music coming out of the speakers, not too loud. All in all I Iike this place and have been planning to visit for a while now. Highly recommend and I will be back!:) read more

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