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    El Refu

    3.2 (164 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating

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    Ceviche tostada was on point!
    Sue Z.

    Great service amazing food! We came on a Saturday afternoon. Place was pretty empty, it's was a great afternoon spend having lunch with the fam!

    ...and she ate it all!  Beef and chicken Chimichanga Lunch
    Nikiba J.

    Sheeee's baaaack, here today! Babaaaa, here I am back for my 2025 Yelp reviews. Starting my calories off at El Refu's for lunch, now I went the entire last year dieting because summers are so exciting for me and the passengers I transport. As the food fatty connoisseur I am, El Refu's is the first restaurant I'm reviewing. I luvd the vibe, I could picture me and some friends watching Clarissa Shields next fight while eating fajitas and sipping on margaritas...they nailed the concept. I ordered the chimichanga mixed with beef and chicken because I couldn't decide on either or; it's a food fatty thing. The moist and tender meats was seasoned to peeerfection, I truly didn't mean to eat the entire NOT lunch portion so keep your eyes on your own plate:) I ordered an Arnold Palmer and could tell the tea was freshly made, service was great. My co worker ordered the #17 off the lunch menu, he stated he wanted to eat light. 5 star review! Here today. There tomorrow!

    Verde Chicken Enchiladas
    Aurelia A.

    Another highly recommended place from coworkers..Upon arrival we realized parking lot is small and is shared by several other businesses. We entered the establishment and was seated promptly. Was immediately brought chips and salsa and they took our drink order. We decided on the chimiicuanga rice/neans and the chicken enchiladas they came out fairly quickly mine was good however the Mr had some spots within his chimichanga that was lukewarm..I feel like after our meal was brought the customer service went downhill (place wasn't really busy at the time however as we were finishing up the crowd started) no check back, no drink refill, we were sitting next to ladies who was upset that they automatically added gratuity (table of 2) yes the manager took it off but I would make sure to check ticket theres alot of added $$ to simple things like leaving your tab open while at the bar area..Overall this place seems like a cool vibe to come and watch the game have a few drinks and chill.

    StanleyRay C.

    Our first time checking this place out. It was recommended by a couple of coworkers so we decided to give it a try. Nice little spot. Ambience is nice, we didnt order drinks but they have some good looking drinks. We were seated promptly and our waters followed soon after. Their green salsa is amazing. Once we ordered, I had the chimichonga and my wife the enchiladas Verde. Our food came quick. My wife loved hers. Mine on the other hand ‍ if you're a chimichonga lover dont order it. They normally come with rice and beans and cheese inside. This one only had the meet. So when I cut into it there's othing to hold the meet together. Chicken just fell out with every cut. So I had to mix it with my beans and rice and eat it like a salad. Had I known I would have eaten it like a burrito. It all tasted good and is the reason we would return but I won't order the chimi. Also watch your receipt. Couple of ladies next to us had an issue with them adding a 15% gratuity to their ticket for only 2 people. If you open a tab at the bar a 15% gratuity will be added also which is a little weird to me. So you have to pay for each drink as you go which causes more work for the bar tenders. Go figure.

    Amber V.

    wish we could rate drinks and food however we were turned away before we could. we live in the neighborhood and tried to go here an HOUR before they closed at 10:20 as you can see in my screenshots and the hostess told us they were closed and turned us away. this is the second time that we've been rushed out. the first time we were there they had security come up to inform us that they "were closed" and needed to leave AN HOUR BEFORE CLOSING TIME again. in my pictures from today you can see that they advertise being closed at 1130 and i took the screenshots at 1018 today THURSDAY 06/19/25. i work in the hospitality industry so im all about an early close, but turning ppl away an hour early is a big NO. EVEN AS I TYPE THIS REVIEW INTO YELP IN MY SCREENSHOT IT SAYS CLOSES IN 40 MINUTES.

    Frankie H.

    If you ho here be ready to party. We had a great time here. Dj played music, some of the waitress were dancing as they moved around, the bar was full of people. The food was good and the drinks are real drinks. We missed the happy hour, so we plan to go again for happy hour.

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    Tania M.

    I had the greatest most unexpected time here, and I can't wait to go back. The food is so good and the drinks... well, pardon my French will fu$@ ypu up outta no where!! I I loved loved loved the chunky guacamole, and their shrimp a la plancha was soo Good I ordered extra!!! The place is such a neat spot decorated like you're walking into an old Mexican town fair. The servers are great and very attentive. I love that I ordered and was shocked when everything came out at once!!! I am definitely planning on becoming a frequent flyer here!!

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    I would definitely come back for the margaritas and dancing but the food was not good.

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    Great drinks. Great Dj. Love this place good food great service. Definitely will be back!

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    Love this place! Good food & music on the weekends! I love the enchilada plate with beans and rice :)

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    GREAT service by the bartender named Anthony. He was so attentive and quick and a very smart man. We loved having him as our bartender.

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    The staff and food make you want to come back! Presentation and taste of food very home cooked meal feelings

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    8 years ago

    Awesome environment.Great Food and amazing drinks! They have really good wings. I highly recommend El Refu.Best Bar in Humble hands down!

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    9 years ago

    Food and drink is decent but when the DJ starts on the weekend it's not a restaurant, it's a club. After 8, it gets really loud.

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    9 years ago

    Bad Service because they take forever to take your food out to you and they serve the same thing as mi rancho and

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    Max is the best bartender! He always is super great with me and my coworkers, our favorite spot to…read morebe after work.

    I'm back my Yelpers. Good to be back. OMG. This place was told to me by one person and another…read moreperson thereafter and had me SOLD. Steak night advertisement is why I came on a Wednesday from it's Instagram page. From the entrance there's nothing like this place. Outside inside, wood built bar, 2 stories, gravel rocks parking and grass entrance. Has the feel of a local crawfish spot but good hole in the wall joint, with good food good prices drinks and vibes. Everyone here either greeted with a smile or greeted with a hi. That's right, leave your worries home, and any bitterness you have on your chest, cause this isn't the place for it. No kiddos here or young folks either. Closes 2am every night. Seems like a more club on the weekend, I can only imagine with alot of open flooring space and a DJ nightly. Grown Grown here. This place... I should of been coming a long time ago. This place is Underrated. Forget your chain bars these days, this is where it's at. Bathrooms, and tables and service everywhere. Behind a Shipley's donut along side the feeder road. You'll miss this place if you blink. Sat up top for the views, FIRST TIME. Fans are near seating so you're not hot. Food is ordered downstairs but they bring it to you wherever. But drinks can be ordered any area in here. MULTIPLE BARS INSIDE A BAR. Steak was tender. But wanted Medium well, it was more like Medium, but turned out better than I normally thought. Seasoned, butter and savory hands down, and potatoes was well done, and fully loaded. Drinks were stiff here as well. I can only imagine a Fri-Sun night... more crowded, probably standing at times for a seat. Parking lot is first come first serve, very limited. And of course parking near Shipley Donuts when they're closed, in case full, just another secondary. I would really recommend this place if you like enjoying outdoor eating and music with a crowd. This is a real bar, no questions. Must try on your bucket list.

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    Cane here because I was craving Mexican cuisine and have been here once so I visited their Google…read morepage and saw some videos of their Caldo de Res. I got the Caldo de Res because, i wasn't only craving it but from my POV/perspective it seemed like the most nutritious and economical option on their menu. I sat at the bar and Erick, the bartender was smooth as silk, he speaks English and Spanish fluently and gave me recommendations on the drink I ordered. Thank you Erick. The restaurant has an open floor supporting pillars, and boiths strewn about. There is also a open viewing area where tortillas are freshly made by hand. The food came out promptly, I mean of course right, awesome, and it was hot, presented well, and the flavor matched that of a median palate, they added accompaniments on the side of course for you to flavor it more, great. I added all the accompaniments and we were off, not the rice though, I ate that as I went . The rich beef flavor was prominent, and it was filled with vegetables including zucchini, potatoes and carrots to name a few. Overall this was a hearty, nutritious and filling meal, I graciously enjoyed every bite.

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