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El Jacalito Restaurante

4.5 (85 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Monica J.

Finally, I was able to visit this place. The first time I tried there was such a long line that we went somewhere else. First, I love the neighborhood where this restaurant is located. It's not trendy, its not hipster, it's not fancy, it's not trying to really BE anything. It's a historic working class neighborhood where most of the patrons on weekdays are from nearby warehouses or supply stores. Upon walking in I felt the charm but not anything I hadn't seen before - small, colorful, homey, quaint. It was a bit dark maybe? We got the menu, again, not anything I hadn't seen before. Prices were what you would expect too. The service was great- fast, attentive, salt of the earth type of servers, the kind you know work hard every day and are proud of their profession. So far, I didn't get what the big deal was about El Jacalito? Everyone had told me about it and there were long lines so what was the big deal? Well then came my consumme was served and I got it. IT WAS THE FOOD. So flavorful, so beautifully seasoned, so homemade. In all honesty, the consumme, which was a mini caldo de res, was better tasting than the salpicon salad i had but it was enough for me to understand. I am convinced. If I ever have family visit El Paso or in the mood for some good homemade food, you come to El Jacalito.

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Aaron R.

If you're looking for good Mexican food then look no further. The enchiladas are enchiladas and the tacos are tacos. That's saying something compared to other places. The portions are big and you won't have space for more, well that small dessert will be hard to pass too. The service is so friendly, the tables are cleaned between customers and the menu has great options depending even on the season. The parking is very limited but there are plenty of options near by. Great place and would recommend it. Provecho!

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Brency C.

Caldo Tlalpeno was delicious! Very hole in the wall but it gives you the traditional historical El Paso that one should receive when visiting.

Adriana L.

This is my favorite place to eat comida corrida in El Paso. I'm a native and have tried mostly all places but this one is my favorite. Everything on the menu is delicious. It's clean, they're fast, efficient, and so kind.

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Awesome little restaurant. The food was great, a good value along with excellent service.

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7 months ago

Menudo was delicious waitress was very polite. Restaurant was very clean and spacious

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10 months ago

Dependably delicious authentic Mexican home cooking. Friendly and prompt staff. Love it!

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1 year ago

This place is closed on Mondays. The information should be updated in business hours. Save a potential customer the drive.

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Old place that NEVER DISAPPOINTS. Always crowded and portions aren't enormous but this place plugs into my childhood happiness.

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So good! Authentic! The staff were very friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a stop!

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Went to meet a cousin for breakfast. It was Heaven. Nothing like the Mexican food in El Chuco!

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El Jacalito Restaurante - mexican - Updated May 2026

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