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    El Huarache

    4.3 (243 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    EL HUARACHE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Rex C.

    The breakfast tacos are simply amazing. I picked up about 30 breakfast. Tacos for some clients and let me tell you what they were a hit. The green sauce is simply amazing. Oh my God, I haven't tried green sauce like this in forever. There used to be this one spot in Houston, that would make it just like this. I mean identical. Very unique tasty spicy green sauce. The tacos are made fresh to order and they're simply amazing. Every bite was top-notch. I really enjoyed the breakfast, tacos. I will definitely go back to try the lunch tacos. The customer service is amazing. They had my order ready to go. The owner was there. He was nice. All of the cooks were nice. The cashier was nice. Everybody was very friendly and they did an excellent job. I'll be back soon to try more things off the menu.

    verde enchiladas and the huarache
    Jean B.

    Such a welcoming small Mexican restaurant ran by a wife and husband duo. We got the chile verde enchiladas, huarache, and queso and the queso was absolutely to die for though I wish it was a bit spicier or came with jalapeños. The huarache is made with a blue corn tortilla base and is lathered with refried beans and a very rich shredded chicken. The shredded chicken in the enchilada is also so delicious but the salsa verde sauce does lack flavor. Overall very delicious spot and the kindness of the owners makes the experience that much better.

    Chile Verde Enchiladas
    Brooke D.

    This is a perfect take out spot! I got the chile verde enchiladas to go and they were so good. The beans and rice were fine but I think the beans were under seasoned. The service was great and fast. The restaurant itself is small and nothing special but perfect for what it is. I will definitely order from here again!

    El Huarachito Burrito
    Zachary S.

    We had a craving for good Mexican food for dinner and went solely based off reviews. This quaint spot looked perfect for a low key dinner with kids. To start, we were surprised that they didn't serve margaritas. Looked like they may not have a liquor license. Not a requirement, but something to be aware of as we were not The portions were very generous and the salsa was a hit with everyone in my family. The burrito was just ok while the cheese burger was surprisingly good and much too large to be a kids meal. My wife probably would have been happier if she didn't try to modify her Chilaquilles. The service was very attentive. My son was hungry and plowed through a lot of chips and salsa and they were quickly refilled. Overall, the food portions were so big we went home with leftovers, but the food itself was just ok. We did notice that they did takeout and would come back for picking up a quick Mexican fix.

    Salsa with chips
    Hunter M.

    I've been come to this restaurant for a year or so now, they make super fat burritos and decent Tex-Mex plates. It's your average Tex-Mex joint, no more, no less. They are always super quick and very nice. It's easy to just drop by for breakfast and they whip out your breakfast so fast you could probably stop in before work and not even loose much time. Great cooks great, service, come check it out.

    They have these hanging by the restrooms for picture taking.
    Loony Loco L.

    The service is good. Food is good, big selection of dishes. Recommended for Mexican food.

    Mary S.

    Not enough seating, sparsely furnished. Seated near the front. Chips are ok, not tasty but fresh. BYOB alcohol. Salsa good but not hot.

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