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    El Maguey

    3.1 (104 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    EL MAGUEY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Chipotle Mango Tacos with Shrimp
    Shirley D.

    I have visited other El Maguey's. However, this was my first time at this location. Extensive menu. Our service was friendly and very accommodating . Complimentary chips and salsa were great. I tried the Chipotle Mango Tacos with Shrimp. The Chipotle Mango sauce was so delicious. Smokey and sweet with chunks of mango. Loved it. Three tacos comes with rice and beans. You can order as chicken tacos. May be my new favorite!

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    Michelle L.

    Smaller location but it does a steady dine in and carry out business. They have lunch specials, kid friendly and great margaritas. Chips were warm and fresh with a very mild salsa. the chicken selections were great with the chicken being well seasoned and smothered with cheese and plenty of toppings.

    Fish Tacos
    Erica D.

    One of my favorite local places to visit, always a good time. I've been frequenting this location since they were in another building and we have never been disappointed. The place is always well lit and clean, the seats are pretty comfortable. My go to is always the Potato De Luxe which is very, very good or the Fajita Mix nachos. Both are pictured. The fish tacos are awesome as well and the margaritas that got drank before they got pictured lol. They have a nice variety of Margarita flavors and non Mexican options on the kids menu which is also great! Service is always fast. I've never had to wait more than 5 mins for someone to come over even when they are packed. Love it here!

    Enchilada El Maguey
    Tyra R.

    This place is a decent Mexican cuisine that has flavor. The service was ok. The place seems to stay packed a lot. On the night I went there was a band and the margaritas I'll will say we're great!!!

    Beef Quesadilla
    Jennifer C.

    It's been so long since I've been here that I forgot how good it is. I normally don't opt for frozen Margaritas, but I did today and it was wonderful. It was not on the weak side, just right. For the meal, beef Quesadilla, which I admit was just ok. Next time I'll get chicken because the beef was almost cut/diced/chopped too fine for me. Beans as usual were good and the queso was awesome.

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    Sylvester T.

    My daughter, mom, sister, and I went here on last Saturday evening had a great time and the Food was Outstanding! Check this locations out! You will not be disappointed!

    Myself eating this yummy food!
    Ebony J.

    Great service. Waited only 10 mins and got right in and the drinks are so good and they pour heavy lol and the food is always super authentic! I love coming here for a quick drink and bit!

    Mel A.

    One of our go to spots for weekend work lunch location. They are usually not that busy around 11 on a Saturday. They always offer a fast, friendly service which is a big deal to me! I usually go with their enchilada with chicken and I love it. It's flavorful and delicious. They also make their food quite fast so whenever I am starving, I usually will pick this place over others because I know I'll get my food quick. Aside from weekend work lunch, my colleagues and I have also been here for a happy hour. They don't really have any specials as far as happy hour goes but their drinks were affordable enough. It was fairly busy in the afternoon with some families out dining as well as people out for some drinks after work. We went on a Friday night so I'm guessing that was also a factor. Overall, this place is pretty nice and the service is fast which is important especially if you have to go back to work or have an appointment you need to keep.

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    We were in a rush and food was done quickly, service was great, staff was friendly and food was delicious!

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    Waited for over an hour for a takeout order of wings for my kids!! Not sure if I ever wanna come back to that location or to them period !

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    Restroom was disgusting,trash on floor in dining room. The fajitas are my husband's favorite, he could not eat them.

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    Food is always fast and the service is always good! Definitely try the birria quesadilla!

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