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    El Porton

    2.4 (99 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    EL PORTON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Toya D.

    I wanted Mexican food n was in the area. Years ago, this strip had some delicious eateries, not just the high end. Anywho, the food wasn't what I expected. The guacamole didn't have any onion, lime juice, or salt. Just mashed avocado. I dont know what was mixed in this cheese dip, but queso it was not. I couldn't tell you what was in my bowl. I got an upsot, sot stomach in the restaurant. It could have been the drink, doubt it. I didnt finish it either. N went and sat in my car. $60.00 later, I can not recommend this establishment.

    1. One Taco and 2 Enchiladas Combo
    Alexis B.

    Hands down my favorite Mexican restaurants. Whether it's a good margarita or in my case enchiladas and a chicken taco you won't miss! When I first started coming to this establishment I would order the enchilada supreme and a side of rice now this is my go to! I get everything I want and quickly. They seat you fairly quickly if there's anyone standing at the host stand They've been known to take a minute to acknowledge new guests arriving. When I don't see a host I seat myself in the bar area much easier for those of us who are impatient or HANGRY lol! Once seated the chips and salsa come out immediately. The food never takes long to be prepared and brought out. Always fresh, hot and everything seasoned perfectly! It's one spot I can expect good food every time without a doubt!

    Chicken fajitas

    I always have a great experience when I order take out from el porton--it is timely and correct! They give such a huge portion of queso and lots of salsa, and in my opinion you can nevvva have too much of either (ALSO you don't have to pay for the to go salsa like some restaurants). Their chips aren't my favorite but they aren't bad. Really good, will be back of course!

    Ali D.

    Several years ago I considered El Porton my default favorite Mexican restaurant in town. Then somewhere along the way they expanded their menu (which included PASTA offerings...?) and instead of specializing in a few dishes and perfecting them, they offer way too many mediocre-at-best options. Nothing tasted authentic and the dishes that formerly were full of flavor just fell flat... all while their prices have gone way up. This chain is a hard pass for me.

    Ants all over table

    Ants all over table. We ate our bland guacamole and chips for about 10 minutes before realizing the table was covered in ants .... Needless to say we did not order food, paid, and left. Service was poor

    Lunch menu
    Erica B.

    Everything about it was amazing! The service.. the food.. the drinks! Food came out fast, and was delicious and drinks came out faster and were strong! The end!

    The bar at El Porton. 2 flavors of margarita, if you believe the Sharpie captions.

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    Best top shelf margaritas in town and we love their cheese dip! It's very kid- friendly!

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    Waiter terrible, manager terrible, food terrible. If I could give it 0 stars I would. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE.

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    Service is okay, but the food was mediocre at best. Salsa is just not very good compared to other places in Memphis.

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    LOVE ElPorton! They have wonderful white cheese dip. My family and I have gone there for years.

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    0.3 mi
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    3.4(28 reviews)
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