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EL Riacho Mexican Restaurant

3.9 (61 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Empanada appetizer
Carrie A.

Hubby and I visited El Riacho this afternoon. We were immediately greeted and seated at a rather large comfortable booth. Warm chips and salsa were brought to the table. We started with an empanada appetizer and hubby ordered the tongue tacos and an a la carte enchilada. I had the Riacho fajita which has chicken, beef, and shrimp. Both us us were quite happy with our order and the atmosphere remained comfortable and enjoyable. We will most certainly return.

Gold margaritas. Small
Nanci D.

My favorite restaurant. It feels like home! My favorite dishes are, in no particular order, Camarones a la Diabla, Camarones al ajillo, shrimp quesadilla, tacos al Pastore, any fajitas! Everything is always prepared perfectly, and presented so attractively. Margaritas are delicious - I like the gold. All servers are attentive and warm. We've eaten here dozens of times, even two or three nights in a row, and never been disappointed.

This dish would have been awesome with far less butter and salt. The ingredients were all good, just soaked in butter.
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I really want to like this place, due to my rating back in 2014. This restaurant was a favorite of my coworkers and boss back then. However, it's almost 2018, and rating this place 3 stars is generous. 2.5 Stars - There's nothing about this place that is any different from the typical chains around here like El Toro and El Rancho Grande. (This is the main point, as all those places typically rank 2.5 to 3.5 stars anyway). - My dish was soaked in butter and salt. I ordered the shrimp and vegetables as a means to have a healthy(ish) lunch. This was pretty unappetizing. - The portion of the beans and rice were very small. I'm talking four small forkfuls each. My dish was $13.99... Who normally leaves a restaurant like this hungry? While I'm not usually one to gripe about portion size, I'd really like enough rice and beans to go along with at least half my meal. Like I said, I used to be fond of this place about four years ago. While we won't be back any time soon, we might check it out in a year or so to see if it's doing better.

Roberta P.

Great Mexican restaurant in the heart of Fairborn & close to WPAFB. I've been coming here since they first opened and it's consistently good food at reasonable prices & great lunch specials too! Friendly staff are always warm & inviting. Perfect for family and friends get togethers too!

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Food was exactly what we expected, which was reasonable and very good. Always a cheerful atmosphere and great service.

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Friendly staff, good food, quick service . The atmosphere is fun! You feel like family here!

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Our favorite meeting up with old friends place! Always good food and service. I've never been disappointed!

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Expansive menu; great staff; quick service; clean; warm environment; and excellent food. Highly recommend.

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Stopped by early in the evening for supper. Got served immediately, food was good. Would definitely go back

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Very good authentic Mexican food. Decent price and the people there are friendly. Relaxing atmosphere.

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Ohio is not known for its Mexican food. But being born and raised in California El Riacho is as good as it gets !!!

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8 years ago

Doesn't look like much but it's the best Mexican food in Fairborn/Beavercreek. Period.

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