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    El Primo Mexican Grill

    4.3 (34 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    David T.

    This was my second visit. We came on opening day several years ago and never made it back. The food is good but a little pricy. Prices are equivalent to a sit-down restaurant, but here you order at the counter and then they bring the food to your table. I think part of the price is small-town tax. Hamilton doesn't have many restaurants and I've heard rent is expensive. Part of what you're paying for is the convenience of not driving to Columbus or Pine Mountain. Margaritas were good, but for $9 we got not-full Solo-size cup. They didn't charge my wife for her second, but I'm not sure if this is typical. I had the barbacoa taco and pollo asado taco. Both were very good, but two tacos left me a little hungry. My wife had the nacho fries with barbacoa. This was a lot more food and we ended up sharing it. It's more than one person would want in many cases. Two drinks, two tacos and the nacho fries was $42 before the tip. As far as ambiance, the place is nicely, if sparsely decorated. It was quiet, which we appreciated, since many places are too noisy with tvs or music blaring. Our only real complaint was that they didn't bring the food at the same time. I had almost eaten all of my taco's before my wife's nacho fries arrived. (She gave me permission to go ahead and eat.) if I had waited, my food would have been cold.

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    Lindsay S.

    I visited a friend in Pine Mountain yesterday and she took me here for lunch and oh my gosh... I'm so glad she did! The employees were so kind & FAST. I got the Taco Bowl with carne asada & my friend got the Street Tacos. Mine was so good, it almost brought a tear to my eye. We enjoyed the afternoon in the open patio, perfect spring temperatures. Overall, it was fantastic, some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. This place is going to be mandatory for all our Pine Mountain visits.

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    Ron L.

    This is a small Mexican place that has authentic food. I've driven by this place 50 times and never stopped, but tonight we decided to drive up from Columbus for something different. It's not a big place but the food is really good. Right on the square in Hamilton.

    Jennifer G.

    I was as Harris County High for volleyball and was told my options were drive 20 min away, a sandwich chain or the concessions at school I had seen this cute place in downtown Hamilton, so i said why not? It has only been open 2 months (hence lack of reviews). It was very solid Mexican - i has two Tex mex style carne asada tacos, great flavor and good sized for $2.50 each. The chips and queso were good, just the chips needed more salt you can order to stay or go, with ample outdoor seating once it isn't so hot outside it would be a great place to enjoy the patio. The only downside no alcohol, not sure if Harris County is dry or they just don't have a liquor license yet, but a margarita on a hot day would be great! :)

    Enormous burritos!! With the best Margaritas!!!!

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    9 months ago

    Fast and close to Hamilton. Definitely in our rotation but be sure to check hours. Also have alcohol if you need a margarita.

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    2 years ago

    This restaurant came highly recommended. Its small on the inside and you order your food first prior to being seate

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    Food was bland and portions are minuscule for what you pay. Went when they first opened their Hamilton location.

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    Food is great. Customer service is also great. It's nice to have another restaurant option in Hamilton!

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    5 years ago

    Delicious and fresh food, very good customer service. I wish we'd tried it out sooner! Outdoor patio is great.

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    4 years ago

    Great food and service. It is Close to home and easy access. Will be a repeat customer.

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    4 years ago

    Delicious burritos! If your wanting authentic Mexican this is your place. It's the perfect stop in downtown Hamilton!

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    Take out Menu does not reflect the price at the counter. Food is more expensive than other Mexican restaurants in the area.

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