I guess I'll start from the beginning. Pros, we were seated quickly. The grilled tiger shrimp was amazing. Our queso was brought out almost immediately. Now to the cons which are unfortunately many more. As nice as our waitress was, she was either not listening or not attentive. I got a berry margarita which came with sugar (I was not aware) so I asked for it to be poured into another glass with salt. When she came back all she had done was put it in another glass with more sugar. My husband ended up having to go with a sweet tea and when he had to flag someone down to get a refill (who never came back) the waitress asked if he needed another. I explained that he had already asked someone for another sweet tea and I wasn't sure if he was getting it or not she went to get it. She then came back and asked was that sweet tea or unsweetened. We said again sweet. She came back and it was unsweetened. Then came my dinner. It came with onion and tomatos with the shrimp. The mushroom was good, but I have never before seen tomatoes and onions with the core. (See attached photos) It was truly an awful experience that we had to pay almost 60.00 for. Ambient TVs were on showing soccer. read more

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We came in after 12pm and it was pretty much dead, only a few people were seated around us. The waiter was kind and checked on us pretty often. We ordered an appetizer then ordered our main meals, for some reason all of the food came out at once and it was a little overwhelming especially when you're supposed to receive your appetizer first. I got the crispy fries with meat and guacamole, they absolutely drenched the fries in guacamole and it didn't taste fresh at all. There was just too much of everything on it. The appetizer was huge and if I would have known that I personally wouldn't have ordered it especially if I knew it was going to be served all at once. I got the chorizo quesadilla and there wasn't any cheese in it for some reason, I couldn't even pick it up without it falling apart, had to pick at it with a fork, on top of that it wasn't hot at all. Only the plate was hot which didn't make any sense, the chipotle sauce they added on top tasted absolutely like nothing unfortunately. The "ambiance" of the place felt off since it was almost completely empty and we had several different people come up to us and ask if the food was okay. Which is normal but it just got irritating since it seemed like everybody who worked there just kept on asking us. Check was about $60 including tip, to me personally it wasn't worth it. But overall it made great dogfood. read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Appetizers, Quesadillas, Burritos - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

Food was eatable but very bad. For starters the food was cold, I got a chicken burrito chicken was burnt and everything was ice cold in the inside. The flavor of the food in general was bad. read more

I haven't lived in Hickory for about 5 years. Since moving away, I have been on the hunt for an ACP as authentic as El Paso's. I have not had any luck. The service is so friendly and helpful. The staff does an outstanding job at making sure you have a great experience. The ambiance is typical for Mexican restaurants. You don't really go in expecting a quiet meal. However, we went after lunch rush so it actually was quiet. The food was OUTSTANDING!! This dish includes chicken, queso, rice, zucchini, mushrooms, and pineapple. My favorite ACP ever and unfortunately I don't think I will ever find anything comparable somewhere else. Guess I'll be stopping in whenever I'm in Hickory until the end of time. read more

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Best customer service ever from the very first encounter with Jeffrey and Genesis I was sold exceptional hospitality. First time going here, super clean establishment and it will not be my last. If you're interested don't hesitate go and enjoy a taste of real Mexican cuisine with genuine authentic food and people! read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Blackberry Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

I went through ordering my food on the phone with the manager Allen . I gave them a name to put it under. When my friend went to pick up my food they told them the name and the manager never wrote any name down. So my friend had to call me and ask what I ordered. After about 5 minutes of confusion because my order was apparently incorrect, is When the manger got on the phone with me. I explained again to him what I ordered and I then asked if he put the order under a name. He says No and I ask why. He says they don't take names. I mentioned that may be Convenient for your customers to know, And he then hung up on me, all while using my friends phone. read more

This place is one of the best Mexican restaurants in Hickory! My husband and I come here all the time. Fast service and seating, great food.

I've been to El Paso a handful of times and it's probably my favorite Mexican restaurant in Hickory. The price point is fantastic, with pretty much the whole menu outside of shareable fajitas and seafood clocking in at $10 or less. I got the Burrito Azteca and it was an absolute monster of a meal stuffed with a ton of steak, beans, rice and onions. As is tradition with most Mexican restaurants, they have margaritas with frozen and on the rocks options. There's typically a drink deal available, but even when there isn't drinks are on the cheaper side. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone in the hickory area read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Burrito Azteca - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

Food is always good ! It look s good and taste good. The service is always great . The service is always perfectly done

Best Mexican food in the area. Speedy service with fresh ingredients. Chicken chimichanga is my go-to. Service is quick and friendly.

This is the best Mexican place in NC. I have tried a lot of them and this place has it all. The guac is . The portions are great and the food tastes delicious. Service is always on point as well. Try this place and do the skirt steak fajitas.... read more

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This place is a gem My wife and I love Mexican food and we have been here more times than we can count! The food is fast and delicious, always hot, always fresh! Their salsa bar is a great addition to the experience. The wait staff is usually very attentive and friendly. The decorations are like most Mexican restaurants, but still has a local vibe to it. read more

Still, really really good food as always. I moved away from home and came back for a visit & nothing has changed! We ordered ACPs for pickup today, and I guess it's due to Covid, they've began bringing the food out to your car for you. Very large portions, enough to make two or three meals out of one plate! The onions were charred perfectly, adding the right amount of flavor to the dish, and they don't skimp on the cheese! We even got a mild salsa and a hot salsa with our chips in the bag. Amazing, fast service! read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - ACP - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

Good always the best when we go never disappointed they always do us right always cooked to perfection

Excellent good with a diverse menu. Great waitstaff. I recommend the pineapple margarita. read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Pineapple Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

I came on yelp to look at the reviews here before coming & it's really not that good. It's horrible! I had the flautas beans & rice Everything was bland & the chicken had a dark meat taste 1 Star for cleanliness I honestly don't see what the hype is abt this place I definitely wouldn't eat the lettuce here They give too much! read more

In my opinion, this is the best Mexican food in the area, it's authentic and flavorful and I never leave disappointed! read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

I had the chicken and steak fajitas and they were delicious. They brought me a giant bowl of cheese when requested. Jumbo margaritas were only $6.50 and two of them got me feeling good. read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

Food was hot and good, just had the wrong sauce but was good overall. we got take out and it took them about 30 minutes to find our order that someone put in drive thru window. Amazingly it was still hot when we got home! read more

I ate here with my husband for a quick date. We had our 7 month old with us too. The bartender saw us feeding the baby off Of our plates and brought us a whole plate of sliced oranges for him to eat. He loved them and it kept him busy and gnawing away (he's teething) so my husband and I could finish our meals. Such a kind gesture. The food was Also great along with the service. We got the fajitas and tamales read more

We moved to Hickory from Texas, and our reference of good, authentic Mexican comes from experience. El Paso is our "go to" Mexican restaurant. There are a couple good ones in town, but this one seems to be the one we're drawn to. The food is always delicious, served hot and made fresh. I've had so many of their entrees and I have yet to experience a mediocre meal. The food is consistently good.We're happy to have an establishment like El Paso in our community read more

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Stopped here for a late lunch. It was pretty busy when we went in but had quieted down by the time we left. Food and service was great. We had lunch items and all was delicious! Will stop back when in the area. read more

Love love! I love El Paso! My fav Mexican restaurant in the city! Service and food are a 10

The restaurant looked packed from the outside. The parking lot was full. However, the restaurant is pretty big and can handle the crowd which is nice. Inside the decor is bright and vibrant. They have a big bar area when you enter. When they bring chips to your table you get salsa and also a bean dip. The bean dip was just like a thinner version of refried beans. It wasn't my favorite but it was something different to go with the chips and salsa that you always get at mexican restaurants. The food came out quick and was nice and hot. The food was good but nothing special - it was what you would expect to get at any Mexican restaurant. read more

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This is the best Mexican restaurant we have tried in Hickory since we moved here. They have great food but their customer service is a bit lacking. That's why I only gave them a 4 rating. Their food gets 5. read more

They have a lot of options on their menu and food is great. The Hawaiian Margarita is a must have.

Great food portions and worth the price i went here whenever i was in the area because there food is good and authentic

While visiting Hickory we gay takeout. We enjoyed it. Thought the flavors were good, portion size was as expected. We had plenty of good. While waiting we had a margarita at the bar, that was only so-so. Give it a try, I think it is worth it. read more

The service was fast and attentive. Clean restrooms and tables. My food came out very quickly and it exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be back soon! read more

El Paso Mexican Restaurant - Veggie plate was amazing!!!! Service was fast. This place is a hidden treasure for sure. - Mexican Near Me - Hickory, North Carolina

When I heard from my cousin, who lives in Nashville, that there was an El Paso in Hickory, I did not hesitate to jump on a plane to fly into Charlotte. During the entire drive up to Hickory, I was bustling with excitement as I couldn't wait to feast on the best Mexican food in the South finally. I was excited to try the famous Fajita, and when I sat down at the restaurant, I was like a kid on Christmas morning waiting to receive my free chips and salsa. I was disappointed to receive the chips 15 minutes after sitting down, and by this time I was drooling from the corners of my mouth. The chips came out to my table hot and with a fresh smell. And the waiter said to me, "Lo siento, hombre." I tore through the chips and ordered my Fajita. When the waiter brought out the Fajita, he placed it down in front of me, and immediately started singing and dancing with his co-workers. I practically had a Mariachi band in front of me, just not quite to the level of a real one. The surprise of the band got me hyped, and I ate the fajita like a rabid dog. I was done with my entree in about 5 minutes, and I got up and personally thanked the head chef with a firm handshake and a smile. Overall, my experience down in Hickory was great, but in my opinion, El Paso did not live up to the hype. I was saddened a little bit to be let down on such an exciting journey, but being able to see the beautiful views and tourist attractions of Hickory whilst enjoying the best Mexican food in the south was still a great experience. I would end up going again if my family ends up going on vacation to Hickory or adjacent cities. One of my favorite restaurants in Hickory, the food was good, and the service was good, but both could be improved. read more

I used to go here rather frequently. Decent food, portions, and pricing. Unfortunately, the business has decided that they want to inject politics into their pozole. The business closed down for "Day Without An Immigrant" ... Apparently they like American money but don't support American immigration laws. Never again will I cross their threshold. read more

I used to like this restaurant but I will never go back. The kitchen is nasty and will turn your stomach! Make better food and make less noise about politics! read more

I ordered the lunch combo : burrito with two tacos and it came really quick!! It also tasted really good too. The customer service was attentive and I was very impressed by their portion sizes. More than enough for a lunchtime meal and it was only $6.00!! I'll definitely come back here again read more

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Great selection that accommodates that of Americanized Mexican and Authentic Mexican cuisine. The service was good. I was quite surprised and plan to return. read more

I don't know why this location doesn't have a review yet but I'm happy to be the first! I've had dinner here a few times and I've also ordered to-go food from here. The service is good and the food is excellent. If you're feeling a little adventurous, try the salsa bar! I'm not a huge salsa fan; I just prefer a regular mild salsa, which is available at the bar. The one served at the table is a little on the spicy side and is loaded with cilantro. I like spice, but cilantro isn't my thing. It's nice to have variety, and this place has it! The parking is a little awkward but there are plenty of spots! This location is right off 127 in Viewmont. Honestly it's in a much better location than the other one in Hickory. Check it out! read more

There is more than one El Passo's in town but I have never been disappointed with anything at this location. The chicken tortilla soup is OUTSTANDING! The wait staff is attentive and the facility is very clean. If you like seafood you will be thrilled with the offerings. Excellent for lunch and dinner. read more

My daughters college graduation was May 16th. She chose El Paso to celebrate afterwards with family since it was close to the college and who doesn't like Mexican, right!? I tried calling 3 days before to make a reservation considering we were going to be a large party. When I called I was told they dont make reservations because sometimes parties dont show up. I assured him we would show up, he insisted it was first come first serve. We arrived and there was no wait!!! We were thrilled!!! They seemed a bit taken aback by our party of 12 and I apologized and said I tried to make a reservation. They sat us together at a large table in the center of the restaurant. Everything was fine, so far. The waiter takes our drink order and when he was bringing out one of the trays the hostess ran into him from behind and the entire tray went down, partially on two of our guests. We felt really bad for the guy as it wasnt his fault and told him it was ok. They take our food order, bring out our meal. One of our other guests orders was never put in, it was completely missed. By the time his food was brought out the waiter was literally bringing the rest of us our to go boxes. Now here's where it gets good!!!! The waiter tries to bring us our checks, (which he asked in the very begining of our order how checks would be divided) first he teies to charge our guest for the food that was never put in and brought out as we were leaving. Second, EVERY single bill was wrong. Way wrong. Like two guests were charged 60$ for a lunch combo and drink. Another waitress sees our waiter having trouble and comes over to help. She fixes 2 out of the 12 orders that were wrong and leaves, leaving the frustrated waiter on his own again. He fixes receipt after receipt and it was still a mess. My son in law had to go tell the waiter he was never charged for his food so that they could be honest and pay. My sister in laws receipt was wrung up incorrectly 3 times. I witnessed her asking him very politely to take off the drinks she didnt order all while saying please and the waiter stops in middle of walking away and throws his head and hands up in the air and sighs rudely embarrassing all of us as uf any of this was our fault all while the ENTIRE restaurant is staring at us.... worst experience ever!!!! My son in law said they have eaten there maby times and never been treated that way before. For the rest of the first time experiencers, they wont be returning. Thanks for the awesome graduation lunch El Paso!!! read more

I have spent thousands of dollars here since they have opened this location, the food is always spot on, friendly staff, and good prices. This is THE BEST Mexican restaurant in hickory. They deserve nothing less than 5 stars. read more

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They didn't really get to us right away plus they didn't give us enough menus. Their decorations of the place are vary simple nothing to bad or good. They microwave their rice and if u order the super burrito you can mostly taste more of the tortilla the the chicken or stake read more

Tonight will Probably be my last visit to this place. Waited on a waiter/waitress forever and never got one. The people in front of us and behind us came in after we did and already had their drinks and their food coming out when we walked out. Tried to flag someone down and they all pretty much just kept walking or acting like they weren't waiting on our table. Asked to speak to a manager and was told there wasn't one working. I guess I'll keep my $40 a week I usually spend there and take it and my family somewhere where they actually care to have customers. read more