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    El Nopalito

    4.6 (60 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Tinga de Pollo Quesadilla
    Bill R.

    We have walked by this place since this location opened just two months ago. We kept saying we needed to try it. Well, tonight we did. We got done with a meeting downtown a little earlier than planned, so we stopped in for dinner on our walk home. EXCELLENT all around! Food. Service. Atmosphere. We started with an order of chips and guac and they were wonderful. The chips were fresh and the guac had just the right amount of seasoning. We split a Tinga de Pollo quesadilla and the sauce on the chicken was perfect. My wife had the fish taco and very much enjoyed it. I had the carnitas taco and loved it (next time, I may ask for some jalapeños to spice it up). The pork was smoked and cooked perfectly. This time, we just had water, but their house margaritas are beckoning to us, so I know there will be a return trip!

    Potato appetizer. Love the sauce it came with!
    Katrina G.

    Food was good, service is limited because you need to walk up to order and they bring it to your table. I would prefer full service since the queue still requests a full tip. Bathrooms are no longer available inside the restaurant. You need to go to the building hallway and use that restroom now.

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    Aimee W.

    Very delicious tacos. Indoor service, order at the counter, bus your table. It gives Tacovore a run for the money food-wise but is just a step behind in terms of atmosphere. It's super clean with friendly service and is still a real gem.

    Fish taco and  Cochinita Pibil Taco
    Ilona S.

    Sunday lunch with friends since they heard many positive reviews on their food. I ordered two tacos: one with fish and one with braised pork. The fish was crispy but one of the two strips was warm while the other was hot, weird. Maybe one was old? Flavor was good with the mango salsa on top. It could have been better with 2 tortillas per taco since the filling leaks into the taco and it falls apart so easily. The pork was succulent and the pickled onions gave it an extra crunch which was pleasant. Again, two tortillas would have been better. Friends had the salad with beets and goat cheese, looked delicious and she enjoyed it. The enchilada with zucchini blossom was nice but looked sparse. And the daily Special which was a dish with shrimp in acidity (like ceviche) and avocados, cucumbers, onions and edible flowers. Looked super nice but holy moly was that dish spicy! Chips and guacamole for $8 is outrageous to me. Overall, pleasant experience. You order at the counter and they bring it to you. Parking in the back, thru the alley, if there is no street parking on Willamette.

    Dine-in menu for the Willamette location
    Ari L.

    El Nopalito has evolved from its food truck origin and moved into the vacant spot from Claim 52. I'm pleased to say that it's just as delicious as a dine-in restaurant! The two garages were opened to allow for a nice breeze. Tables were set with flowers, silverware, and napkins. There is a self-serve salsa and water station. It's half-service, so you order at the front and have your items brought out. The Tingo de Pollo Quesadilla is a star on the menu, the marinated chicken is paired with small slices of caramelized onion, cheese, and sour cream. It feels like eating a big chicken taco in the best way. The street tacos are delicious, particularly of the lime is used. Every salsa is great in its own way! Overall, an excellent spot that is sure to be successful. Give it a try!

    Grilled Cesar and Carnitas taco
    Heather S.

    Very delicious meal. The menu was not what I was expecting when I walked in but I'm glad I gave it a try. A little spendy but healthier than most Mexican lunches and definitely high quality ingredients.

    Sauces
    Winter B.

    My mom saw a tik tok that said this was the best Mexican restaurant in Eugene so we decided to try it. There's a few other food trucks in this area too. Small menu but good options. Definitely more of an authentic Mexican spot. The food was very fresh and high quality not greasy at all. My mom loved the huarache. And the carnitas taco was amazing. Would recommend!

    Interior. Order at the counter and they bring you your food.
    Whitney D.

    I'm so happy El Nopalito has gone from a food cart to a brick-and-mortar restaurant! If my meal there was any indication, they'll do well. The food was so delicious, tasty and so fresh. I had a salad with arugula, goat cheese, toasted pepitas, beets and pear with a vinaigrette dressing and a fish taco. Next time I might get two tacos since they're on the smaller side, but a taco + salad was filling. The staff are all friendly and service was quick. It's bright and clean, it can get a little loud when it's full of people but there is plenty of seating. Order at the counter and they bring you your food. Next time I go, I will try the house-made augua fresca, horchata, or the seasonal margaritas.

    Huaraches and margaritas

    What a perfect meal & evening! This was my first visit with a friend who lives in Eugene and everything was delicious! The margaritas are some of the best I've ever had and I live in California! The space is beautiful! Love supporting this family as they moved from a food truck to a brick and mortar location! I will be back!

    quesabirria!!! It was good. Three stars!!
    Aimee F.

    I really enjoyed the food. I can see why people like this place. I'll probably go elsewhere for my future micheladas, tacos, and Mexican food.

    Fish Taco and Carnitas Taco
    Barbara B.

    5 stars for the new restaurant that just opened. Tacos were delicious. I had a fish taco and a carnitas taco. I enjoyed the red and green salsa. Nice atmosphere and friendly service. I definitely plan to return to try out more of the menu.

    Chill dining room.

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    They have a very limited menu. I wish they had wait service. More of a lunch spot than a dinner place.

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    2 months ago

    Great quality, I have celiac and it's nice to have a safe place to eat a quesadilla since they make their corn tortillas fresh!

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    2 months ago

    Best fish tacos I have ever had!! Light, fresh and flavorful! Mango salsa was amazing too. We will be back!

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    Yummy food made from scratch. Hauraches, fish taco, papas were perfect. Good prices.

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    7 months ago

    Nice change from food truck to established restaurant. Ambience nice. Service good. Tacos generous and delicious.

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    9 months ago

    Got the tacos. Amazing. Beautiful ambiance and next time I'll try their margaritas. Guacamole and chips looked great too

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    5 months ago

    Great fish tacos and margaritas! The Al Pastor tacos were great too. Cant wait to try more here. Perfect spot for meeting up!

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    3 months ago

    Really good food!! Some of the best tacos I've had. In a very nice room with great service. 1

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    1 year ago

    Best tacos in town. Super legit. Huarache is amazing. Way better than the more popular tacovore. (No guacamole on the menu though)

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    Ask the Community - El Nopalito

    Are there any vegan options here?

    They have three different salads that might suit your needs, one has goat cheese... not sure if vegans eat that. They also have a huarache that is meat free, but has eggs (again not sure if vegans eat eggs). A hongo (mushroom) quesadilla is also on… Read more

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