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El Rinconcito

4.0 (237 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
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Good for groups
Good for kids

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Just made terribly tasting "chorizo" and egg taco.
Tesla R.

Oh man.... The chorizo and egg were awful. I've NEVER tasted a such an odd but gross chorizo before. I can't even describe it. The agua Fresca lemonade was watered down and sour. As if it was old from the day before and no sugar added. I wasted the entirety of my money before I couldn't eat anything I ordered. Never again.

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Denise D.

Cute little place tucked away in Round Rock. I was craving a breakfast burrito, and wanted to try someplace new. Yelp steered me towards El Rinconcito. Plenty of parking, and easy access. I ordered a sausage, egg, cheese & potato breakfast burrito made to order. It was big and stuffed full of ingredients! I also ordered an Al pastor taco. It was ok, but not outstanding. The burrito was hot & cheesy, with big flavor in every bite! The service was efficient, and I was in and out in a few minutes. I'd like to go back and dine inside sometime!

#13. Huevos Rancheros with Bacon
Jessica A.

This place has changed owners and looks dingy and not that great. The young girl working there acted like she didn't even want to be there.

El Rinconcito dinning area.
Michael C.

El Rinconcito is one of those restaurants on Mays Street in Round Rock that you may drive by every day and not even notice it. It looks like someone converted a small house into a small restaurant. Parking is limited, more parking in the rear (back yard). Once inside you see that it's a quaint little spot that's very popular with the locals. When you arrive, you step right up to the order window. Be sure to let them know if you're dinning in. El Rinconcito offer a variety of Mexican breakfast and lunch choices that take you back to memories or dinning in Small Mexico City eateries. The Food is very authentic and the taste is amazing. I had the Chorizo and Egg Breakfast with refried beans, white cheese sprinkled on top. I was craving potatoes for some reason so I asked if they could blend in potatoes with the meal. No problem. They serve the most delicious coffee in this cute little mug. It has a hint of cinnamon. I love it. My wife has tasted the Carne Asada Torta (Mexican Steak sandwich, but so much more). She was quite pleased with the flavor. I can't wait to try their burritos and the "Torta Cubans. You'll just have to come in to see what this is all about. Service is excellent. This location is fairly small so service is personal. The servers are always smiling and vert friendly. They are very accommodating and will build your meal to your liking. The Salas is very good, but watch out for the red one. Took my breath away. All and all I Visit this place whenever I can. I just wish they stayed open longer. Michael Cummings-Georgetown, TX.

#1. Egg and Bacon, Potatoes and Cheese Taco
Amari H.

This is my new spot! Definitely a hole in the wall that is more than worth it. I came here for a solo bday breakfast and I'm so glad I did. I got a BPEC breakfast taco and the huevos rancheros. DELICIOUS! Homemade tortillas, great salsa, great quality food. I'll definitely be back to try more lunch/dinner options. The waitress is very nice as wellZ

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Courtney B.

Today I came to this establishment for the first time and got the lunch special to-go. Today the special was flautas with beans and rice. The four flautas were fresh and crisp an topped with sour cream. The rice for the dish was hard as if it had been left out or prepared ahead of the flautas. I would order this dish again but would most definitely check the side dishes prior to leaving with my order.

New nenu
Lyla A.

Update after eating here 9/16/18 and 12/8/18: The food isn't as good. I didn't change my review the last time because I thought it was a fluke but it's not. Their barbacoa is not tender anymore. The food is fine and tasty but it's not exceptional any more to us. I feel sad because this was my favorite place for breakfast The service is always friendly.

Breakfast tacos!
Jamie P.

We were headed to a different breakfast place originally, but spotted this one on the way and thought we'd try something new. I'm so glad we did! I ordered the huevos rancheros and my husband ordered breakfast tacos. The place is small so you probably want to avoid peak hours unless ordering takeout. We arrived at the tail end of brunch and were lucky to get a table. Everything we tried was delicious. I really liked their salsa..not too spicy but still flavorful. The huevos rancheros was doused in it so I ended up eating it in tortillas like breakfast tacos. The staff were all very friendly and let us know up front how long their wait for food would be. Would recommend for a good weekend breakfast!

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Muy fea la comida . Gorditas crudaas. Por dos. Gorditas 30 dolar. Wow. Muy feo la comida ño vuelvo. jamas

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Order was wrong and tortillas taste store bought. Potatoes under cooked. Not good breakfast tacos.

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Muy rico el pozole!! El pan dulce con cafe! Todo muy bueno y el servicio muy amable. Lo recomiendo 100%

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Very good place. Really good food and amazing services 100% recommend best food around hands down.

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Really goood food. Barbacoa is other places tend to be greasy but not here. The fat is also taken out.

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