We have been long-term customers of El Jalisco. The food quality, quantity, service, and cleanliness has gone so far downhill that this will be our last visit. I hate to leave this review. I really do. The last time we were in was nearly a year ago, we decided to give it another try. It has gotten even worse. I don't know if this is indicative of a problem with this single location or if it is across the board, but the chimichanga looked like a lunch sized portion of a burrito and it wasn't even fried. We never really have super high expectations at a fast casual Mexican restaurant. But this was just sad. Nearly every table in the restaurant needed cleared and they were seating everyone in one small zone because the entire other half of the restaurant was full of garbage and dirty dishes on the tables. read more

Stopped in for lunch. I love a lunch menu! Had a crispy chicken taco, cheese enchilada, rive and beans. Everything tasted good. The salsa is really flavorful and fresh. I did find the beans needed salt and hot sauce kicked everything up a notch. Server was very nice and attentive. Dining room is big and they have a huge patio. Comfortable booths and nice Mexican decor. read more

El Jalisco - Chips & Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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Service is always good when I go. It's not the most authentic thing in the world, but the food is still good. My girlfriend requires we get the Chorizo Queso as an appetizer, I prefer it without the chorizo but we've learned to compromise and switch back and forth. It's liquid gold lol. She likes the Birria Quesadilla and I usually get it myself or I'll go with the fajitas. I'm always satisfied leaving here and have been coming back for many years. They have great specials during the week. read more

I learned about this restaurant chain sadly from the news about a guest falling off a donkey statue and sued them for that. Even though this wasn't the branch, I wanted to visit the restaurant infamous about the incident, try their food, and see if they still allow guests to hop on the donkey. I arrived on a Saturday evening and was greeted immediately by a host who wanted to seat me in the back area of the dining room. Since that area was mostly empty, I decided to sit in the bar instead. The bartender greeted me and asked for my drink. I decided to just try their regular margarita (10.50). It was a nice drink with the right amount of citrus flavor from the lime. The tequila was on the lighter side, but enough for a small buzz. I should have asked without salt on the rim as it did get a bit salty. For my entree, I chose the grilled chicken with onions (about 16 dollars). Even though it was included, I asked for no tortillas or beans. Instead, I just took the rice, guacamole salad, and pico de gallo that was included as well. The chicken was grilled nicely and had the right amount of seasonings. The rice was ok, but I enjoyed the grilled onions that were in the bottom of the chicken more. I also found the guacamole salad and pico de gallo fresh and delicious. The amount of food was plentiful, but I was able to finish most of the stuff and didn't take any leftovers home. The service was a bit informal, but still friendly and good. I felt bad for the bartender as she was the only one catering to various customers, but still managed to keep a smile. I found the atmosphere to be a bit dull. While one part of the dining area was mostly full, the other part was quite empty. While the bar area did have guests, it was mostly quiet. No music was in the background, so I didn't feel the fiesta mood. Outdoor seating was available, and some did enjoy that. But of course we do need to talk about the donkey! This branch did have a donkey statue, however this was not the one where the guest fell off. That branch was somewhere else, and I believe now they rope off the statue to prevent people from getting on. However, this branch donkey still allows people to "ride" for photos, as there is a saddle and stirrups to help in getting on and off. So of course, there was no chance I would leave without having a ride. The bartender was very nice to take a picture of me on it, and reminded me to be careful when dismounting. Thus, this is the only branch that I know where you still can ride the donkey. So please ride responsibly and at your own risk! Overall, I found El Jalisco to be a bit underrated. The food is good and the prices seem reasonable. The service was friendly even though it was pretty casual. If they add some background music in the bar area, and maybe a bit more tequila in the margarita, this place can have a good fiesta. I would eat here again, especially to have another burro ride. read more

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I love this location when I am by myself. My sister and I frequent the Southwood location often as well but the Kerry Forest location is great. The food is great. The service is great. The decor is nice and I just love it here. read more

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I am a regular, there food is tasty, warm and the staff very sweet The restaurant has a inviting atmosphere. My grands love going. read more

The food was great. The service was fast and friendly by Edwin. The ambiance was nice with not too loud background music.

I came here with a friend for my birthday, my 22nd birthday and I'm not surprised I get carded but for him to take my ID back to wherever and finally come back and actually give me my drink just to try to take the cash I left on the table at the end and say I didn't pay and then say he found the cash once I brought up camera footage and cops. The service was awful. Food was mid. Not coming back. read more

This is my favorite El Jaliscos! The food and service are excellent here. The tacos can't be beat and the sweet tea is good too. The ambience is also authentic and colorful. read more

El Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

I placed an online order today, they forgot my margaritas and then made them wrong and they charged me for extra tortilla but didn't give me any. I don't want it fixed i just want better from the best El Jalisco in town read more

3 of us had dinner here last night and was surprised to get seated immediately since it was a Friday around 5:45pm. The waiter was very pleasant and attentive. However, the food was average to below average. And, the $15 top shelf margarita was a waste of money. The fish tacos were comprised of 3 tacos filled with crumbled, tasteless Mahi Mahi, lettuce, cheese, and a side of pico de gallo. Also came with refried beans and the typical yellow rice. Overpriced at $15. The birria tacos were just ok, lacked flavor. Also came with the side of refried beans and rice. $17! The only entree that was pretty good was the chicken quesadilla. Overall I was not impressed and was disappointed that we spent $60 for this dinner! I'll stick to my fav place in Quincy, Las Delicias! read more

If you're looking for authentic Mexican cuisine, this isn't it. However, the food comes out quickly and is tasty. Recently I tried the Cancun fajitas made up of shrimp, white fish, and crab. The portions were so great I was able to eat at the restaurant, and the remaining portion the next day. I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious the fish was because I'm not usually a fish person. To put it plainly, I like my fish to taste like chicken, so I usually just order chicken. This fish was not fishy at all, but instead cooked just right to where it flaked with a fork. The crab and shrimp were both seasoned well alongside the sautéed fajita veggies. Some other highlights I like here: -they will accommodate large parties -they have skinny margaritas for low cal seekers -they make table-side guacamole -they have live music one or two days a week read more

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This is by far my favorite local spot. The staff is incredibly friendly. They allow me to practice my Spanish with them each week. Some even love to mess with me as they try and trip me up with extra long and fast sentences, but I adore them. I always start with the BOGO margaritas. I prefer on the rocks with salt, but they do have frozen as well as flavored. You can order the small or large. Next, of course, are the apps. Chips and salsa comes to the table as a given. We also like to order the queso or table side guacamole. As for an entree, our family favorites are the chicken/shrimp fajitas, quesadillas, soft tacos, and for my most pickiest eater, the mozzarella sticks. This restaurant offers a large inside dining area as well as an outdoor dining space. Feel free to strike up a convo with the boisterous locals. Comamos! read more

El Jalisco - Large Margarita on the Rocks! - Mexican Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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Seems to be most popular due to its 2 for 1 margaritas and some beers, guess there could be worse attributes? Food quality was fair, those of us in the group from Texas did not care for their version of Tex Mex specialities. Chimichunga was more of a burrito but it had lots of chicken filling. Chile Relleno was more of a stir fry and not stuffed fried poblano pepper goodness. Enchiladas were tasteless , spinach and cheese . Server was clueless, several orders were incorrect and some things totally forgotten. The fresh guacamole was not prepared tableside as mentioned in the menu but was chunky and flavorful. On a busy Friday night recommend going early or later, it was a busy place. read more

Pretty good place and the food we really good. I loved the environment. I recommend going here.

They messed up my food twice. And the service was quite slow. I ordered the chicken nachos with no jalapeños Togo and I got beef nachos with jalapeños. Then when I went back to fix it they gave me chicken nachos with jalapeños. And their were very rude and short on the phone. read more

Best Mexican food in Florida! I've had tons of Mexican places and this has by far the highest quality food and the best salsa. It's so fresh and reasonable prices. Highly recommend!! read more

The food was very tasty & our server, Hector was awesome. The prices were good & the frozen marguaritas were great,

Love the food and service. Pretty standard Tex-Mex but very well done. Covered outdoor seating is excellent.

always consistent and great service! food slaps for real for real no cap! Go get your margaritas and free chips and salsa!

Love El Jalisco. Food is yummy and served quickly. Fun place for birthday parties. I love the poblano bowl!

I highly recommend that you stay away from this establishment. After being a regular customer for years, I was turned away rudely a full hour before they were supposed to close. I mentioned that them deciding to close an hour early and affecting my plans didn't make me want to come back and I was told "OK, goodbye." I have never felt less appreciated as a longtime customer. Correction...a former longtime customer. read more

I love it here! my absolute favorite! The servers are so nice and the place is always clean. They had a amazing food. My favorite Friday night place to eat. read more

The food comes out fast and correct. The servers are all nice. There is always a good amount of people here, but not too long of a wait for service or seating. read more

I had the street tacos with carnitas. Had a stomach ache went to bed. Threw up all night. NEVER going back. This was at the Kerry Forrest location in Tallahassee. read more

10/5/2024 Food poisoning from El Jalisco bowl with steak. Waiter couldn't be bothered to tell me what all was in the bowl as what was on the menu was different from what I received. Queso was overly spicy too but waiter said nothing had changed. read more

Usually I love this place but tonight's experience did not go well. I ordered to go and the food wasn't ready when it said it would be. It was about 10-15 minutes after. Not a big deal it was busy. But when we got home we noticed we were missing some rice and beans. Once again no big deal, things happen. The real issue was when we started eating. I found a hair in the cheese of my taco and there was wood in the steak from the fajitas. I understand that accidents happen but I was not happy with tonight's experience. read more

El Jalisco - hair in cheese - Mexican Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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New Year's Eve lunch. I arrived before 3:00, ordered tea and read over the menu. I saw their lunch specials and one had just what I wanted! When my server came back to take my order, I ordered their $4.99 lunch special at 3:05. They quit serving lunch special at 3:00. I'd been there! I was pretty upset because the special was indeed what I wanted and I was going to order a couple of sides to make up for the lunch price being so low and to support the business. The server's (Miquel) attitude was smug. He kept pushing their build your own special. I ordered it at $13. I did not order any other sides. I wish I'd read my last review before ordering because nothing much had changed. I will say that employees had their masks on this time. If Miquel had given me the lunch special, my bill would have been higher and he would have gotten a really big tip rather than 20 percent. The business manager reached out last time but offered no contact information. This place has gone downhill so much in flavor, (rice, beans, fillings). I brought home a chicken quesadilla that I threw in the trash. I know this is a pandemic, but I'll let my money go to other locals like Maria, Maria's! read more

The service is always fantastic and the food is to die for. Manager was very thoughtful and accommodating . Our server was fantastic and the kids had a blast. read more

El Jalisco is our lil family's neighborhood Mexican joint!! We simply enjoy their food and we are taken care of by friendly staff. The boys like the ribeye and street tacos but personally I'm all about the nachos mexicana!! Whatever you get...it's gonna be consistent and good. Depending on the day, you may also need to wait and enjoy a margarita...at the bar...if you can find space! read more

It's not that good. The beans and rice has no flavor taste like they need a new cook, They have nice customer service that's all I can give!!! read more

Always great and love their whole menu. My favorites are their guacamole dip, chicken quesadillas and fiesta nachos

A friend and I went here for lunch when it was dead with very few customers. There were 2 people waiting at the host stand to get take out. I sat down and waited to be helped, but 2 more groups of people came in and was sat before us. There was no one person designated as a host which caused lots of dysfunctional. We left after about 15 min. read more

The food is always fresh, the service is excellent snd the prices are reasonable. We are regulars who love the staff and facillity.

StAndard tex-mex cuisine in. Tasty & fast Servers are attentive, friendly welcome. Delicious bloody Marys. I had fish tacos on corn tortillas (perfectly cooked grilled unbreaded mahi) and my wife had street style steak tacos. We were both happy and super full. It was a little pricey for lunch but We will be back soon, just maybe dinner next time. read more

A friend and I ate at this ElJalisco last night. I had a top shelf margarita which was not at all good and was very expensive. Over $15.00. I ordered a Chile Relleno with rice and beans. The waiter brought chile con carne. I told him that wasn't what I ordered. He said, "Chile for you!" I knew he understood my order because he repeated it back to me. I had to insist that he bring me a chile relleno which he did begrudgingly. The rice and beans were cold. I will not be going back to this restaurant. The service was horrible. read more

Our favorite neighborhood Mexican restaurant to dine in or order out. Always a great dinner. The chicken enchiladas are our favorite along with the Chile relenos ! read more

Lunchtime with a good friend, my food was good I had the Mexican garlic shrimp they had The steak chicken and shrimp nachos which were to die for. read more

El Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

This is our family's "go-to" restaurant for nights when we don't want to eat at home. The food is good and there is a wide variety of Mexican standards to choose from. Service is fast, even when they are busy (though parking can be tricky on busy nights). The atmosphere is loud but not annoyingly so. Staff are friendly and authentic. Eat in the dining room, in the bar area or out on the patio. Its all bueno! read more

The parking is always full by El Jalisco with a bunch of parties heading in. So I decided to go in and give it a try and boy am I glad I did. There was only a few minute wait even with the place packed. Sat down and got a huge bowl of complementary still hot chips and fresh salsa. Ordered some ceviche was super surprised when it came out in big platter.. old school potions SCoRe!!! the portions are like 1980's huge. For our entrees she got Cancun fajitas that came in huge sizzling plate with a plate just for the sides and wraps. And I got a fantastic creamy Chicken Adobe and both where as good as they look and portions big enough to take half home for another meal. For dessert we got sopapilla which was like this heavenly creamy chocolate churro thing and the flan. Will be coming back here.. read more

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