Undoubtedly the worst food ever. Got the #23 plate and my Chile relleno was literally a nondescript slice of something green. In a cheese ground beef nacho sauce-ish type of concoction. The "chalupa" was a tostada shell topped with bean and more cheese. Only the tamale was edible. We were going to order drinks but changed our minds as we didn't want to fork any more money over to them. read more

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Always great food! Had an amazing server named Lucas! Very nice and polite, if I could review him alone he would get a 10/10! This restaurant is very welcoming and cozy! Overall very great experience and service! 5/5 stars! read more

We happened to be staying down the street, and took a chance. We truly enjoyed our experience a lot. Service was efficient and thorough, yet not overbearing. Prices were reasonable, with options for any budget. Atmosphere is casual, but clean. And most importantly, the food was better than good. I've been to Mexico for business a lot of times, and this place is the real deal. If you want "Amercanized," you can get it. If you want real Mexican food, comida authentico, you will find that spirit here. Ingredients were definitely fresh, as well as freshly prepared. Flavors were bright and enticing. And a pitcher of house margaritas washed it down nicely for some, while others enjoyed familiar brands of cerveza read more

I thought this was pretty decent Mexican food. There were tons of options. Including gigantic margaritas, which I sadly skipped because I didn't want to be the only drinker at the table. The chips and salsa were very tasty. And our food came out incredibly fast. (We had just finished the chips when our food came out, with a refill basket of chips). The food couldn't have taken more than 10 minutes! I was so impressed. I had chicken tacos, and they were quite tasty. As was the rice on the side. The beans were pretty standard re-fried beans, so I left most of them on the plate. The guacamole we ordered was good too. I could have eaten tons more of that, except that we finished it and I was really full. I would eat here again if I was ever in the area! read more

Worst dinner experience. If your looking for overpriced grocery store canned quality ingredients your in the right place. Although they are are fast as Taco Bell! Go to Taco Bell. read more

At El Rodeo right now with a party of 7 and they have us bunched up at a table with no room to even eat. Piss poor service tonight and honestly my 1st bad experience but just because yall are busy doesnt mean give terrible service. I'm never coming back read more

The place was packed, food wasn't authentic and the Strawberry Margarita was too much sugar not enough tequila.

Continuing a downhill slide...not so much the food but service. Tried them again today, was seated, given salsa....then ten minutes later left because no one actually came to my table....three or four dudes just standing around chatting. Don't expect much and maybe you'll get lucky read more

Never go here! This has got to be the worse Mexican food I've ever eaten! I had the Chili Verde dish...beans burnt...pork over cooked and slightly burnt and way, way too much salt! Salsa was just as bad. Servers could careless! read more

Flavorless food and not as authentic as you think.. head down to la perla for more authenticity and cheaper prices

This place is bad news if you have celiac or food allergies. I am Celiac, and Ordered a salad that was gluten free but supposed to come in a tortilla bowl. Made sure to Convey that due to medical condition my food could Not even come in contact with the gluten, no bowl shell. I was served the salad as it is in the menu and then told by the irritated waitor to "just don't eat the tortilla bowl" that my salad was in. After myself and 2 others explicitly directed that the salad be remade, And this was not just a preference but a serious medical Condition. He took the plate away and returned with a salad on a plate that was literally just the same Salad. But now what was on top under the salad, And re topped with the toppings. And was still sorta circular shaped too from The tortilla bowl. When I asked him yet again (knowing this was the same One) if this was the same salad or remade. He annoyedly told me it was different... it was not. Don't risk Your health and eat here if you have food allergies. I don't particularly appreciate a restaurant willing to poison their customer, to save a few bucks on a remake.... not to mention the initial error Was on their part. They knew prior to the food being made. read more

Don't know what happen to the review I actually made when I went to this place but it definitely is t very good. It was over a year ago but I remember the waiter didn't even get my order when our group ordered and had another persons order wrong. The chips and salsa were horrible. Tomato paste and cilantro isn't authentic salsa people get your stuff together! If you think this place is authentic Mexican food then I hate to go where your going. Was visiting the area and a friend said they loved the place so we went but obviously the poor guy doesn't know what good Mexican food is supposed to taste like. Sorry bud but next time we won't be going there. read more

Yucky Yucky Yucky ! Worst Mexican food we've ever had. I got a chorizo dip with a side of chile relleno. The chorizo dip was fine except that there was clearly no chorizo in it; it was definitely ground beef. The chile relleno (which is a meat and cheese stuffed pepper often deep fried) came out as pepper glob. a bowl of greasy cheese and ground beef came piled on top of one tiny slice of pepper. Not chile relleno. Another person in the group got the tilapia fish tacos. I swear, i think they just de-breaded fish sticks and put them in a taco. The guacamole salad would've been good if the guacamole was good. The worst we have ever had...runny and bad tasting. Another person had the carne asada tacos. It was unseasoned ground beef in flour tortillas...not even close to carne asada. Overall, the decor was very cute and enjoyable. I had really high expectations for this restaurant and was completely disappointed. I definitely would not come back and will tell others to avoid it. read more

This place doesn't even deserve one star. The server was rude. The chips and salsa were okay. The food (I had the Enchiladas Rancheros, my one friend a quesadilla, my other friend a steak burrito) was repulsive. We barely touched it. It was literally like microwaved bad Mexican food. They even asked if we wanted to-go boxes. Ha! When we declined they brought them anyway. Weird. Gross. No. Go to La Perla for some better (but still pretty mediocre, but the best you can get in this area) Mexican food. read more

I went to the place for lunch despite people telling me not to go. I should have listened. The service was good and fast but the food was disgusting. I am almost 99% sure that they microwave the food, and the guacamole they serve tastes and looks like the dip you buy at grocery stores in the jars. I asked for lettuce and tomato on the side and they didn't look that fresh. I had several pieces of lettuce that had gone bad. The only good part of my burrito was the chicken. It was average at best. Just my opinion so if you loved it thats good too. I just won't recommend it or go back ever again read more

What a great establishment! I took my team of 20 people here for lunch today. Everyone had a great time. The food and beverages were great. The employees were incredibly friendly. The service was amazing. We'll be back, that's certain. read more

I will start with the good: the fried icecream is awesome, some of the best i have had. Now the bad: This place used to be very good with amazing food, but they changed the menu and the food fell in quality i think, i fell sick every time i leave there now. read more

I've ate here many times, but each time is no better. I wouldn't consider it even close to real Mexican food. The food is bland, and I haven't heard the best things about the cleanliness of the kitchen. I really don't have anything positive to post except the waitstaff always seem nice and the portion size is generous. If you're looking for good Mexican food, I'd suggest La Perla on Pipestone in Benton Harbor. read more

The server sucked. The food is great but this is the second time with the same server and same thing. .. The drinks were never refilled, we were never asked how we were after the food was dropped off... The first time we were here we never got the guacamole we ordered and we never had drink refills. We're done with this place. read more

Wow! Very impressive for a Midwest Mexican restaurant. Mmm, Mmmm good! Coming from Southern California, that is a big compliment. I ordered the Quesadilla El Rodeo - a browned flour tortilla with chorizo,chicken, carne asada and of course some melted jack cheese with some lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole. Served with a very nice and light spanish rice side dish. Very fresh and tasty ingredients. I must say, as I've mentioned before - better than I ever expected. The decor and ambience was beautiful. Nicely warm chips and very good salsa served prior to dinner. read more

Two stars only because the steak (on the steak tacos) at least had flavor. Otherwise this place is barely a one star. It's by far the most over priced Mexican food, with the least amount of flavor I have ever been to. The margaritas didn't have any alcohol, they just tasted like the mix and they weren't even frozen. My husband ordered 3 steak tacos (only, no meal) with lime and cilantro. They brought him 3 plain steak tacos and a meal. I ordered 2 steak tacos, brought me 3 and when I told the waiter, he said "it's a win". Yea it's a win because they charged me for the extra taco. If I pay over $50 for Mexican food, it better be good and my order better be correct. Pick anyone else in town to eat, skip this place. read more

I like this place a lot. I like Mexican, this place does a good job, has good margaritas, and a good selection of Mexican beer. Salsa & chips are good -- salsa is a smooth style, not everyone's cup of tea. Service is always VERY good and VERY fast. Even with a big group they do a very good job. Many places cannot seem to handle a group well. I go there often. I will continue to go there often. read more

We have been coming to El Rodeo since it was just a hole in the wall and nobody knew about it. It was small and dark and iffy. It WAS our favorite place. But of late it has had a steady decline. 2 weeks ago my daughter, grand daughter and I went for dinner. We got there at 6. We got home after 8. And it was a Tues. The waiter was flustered and I chalked it up to being unleashed too soon. He got our drinks and we weren't ready to order yet and he did not return for over 15 min. The meal was a shambles. Fast forward to tonight. Same waiter. He needs to find a different job because a waiter he is not. He got our drinks. No menus..no straws for drinks. We asked for a high chair and he told us he was too busy to get it. He came back and asked if we were ready to order and we still had no menus. He went back to get them..came back with straws and more chips but no menus. Finally got the menus and 2 minutes later he came back for our order. He was obviously sweating and flustered because of what he imagined was too many tables. HE was not afraid to use that as his excuse for whatever he lacked. When the food came... the refried beans were burnt. When we mentioned it he said do you need more rice? I said. No..we need unburnt beans! My husbands order according to the menu was to come with refried beans rice pico and salad. He did not get the pico or the salad( lettuce). When he mentioned it at the register the manager said that his order did not come with that. I REVIEWED the pictures of the menu online here and it certainly should have! Our frozen margaritas were not! He never refilled drinks. At the end of the night he tossed us the bill without a word. Btw..he managed to grab my daughter's shoulders when he came back for the order when WE had JUST got the menus and she pointed that out to him. He also grabbed at my grandson to try to make light of the fiasco. Do not touch people! We are not familiar with you at all! Talking with the manager is fruitless because he seems not to care. And his mastery of the English language varies by HIS need. They have had substantial wait staff turnover also. I am very disappointed to cease frequenting El Rodeo..but until they can up their standards, and care about their product and customers..we are out!! P.s our party can be anywhere from 3 to 12. read more

I've been twice and my experience with El Rodeo is that it is like other Mexican chains. The margaritas were just sweet mixer and very little tequila. I liked the guacamole even though it seemed like a sauce rather than the guacamole I'm used to at the area authentic places. Overall it reminds me of going to taco bell with waiters and real plates. I do have to say the wait staff is exceptional. We were seated quickly, the food came out pronto and was hot. read more

I love this place!! Great staff. Great food. Can never go wrong with the massive burrito loco and flan. Delish!!! read more

Easily some of the best Mexican food in the area. The Carne Asada is a go-to for me, but almost every other dish I've tried has been very good. The prices are right, the atmosphere is fun, and the service is quick. However! If you go on your birthday and broadcast that fact, you may be in danger! The waitstaff has been known to bring you a dessert while singing Happy Birthday, only to take their fingers and smear whipped cream from the dessert on your face. :) A must visit, and one of my two favorite places for great Mexican food. read more

Authentic Mexican food. Friendly, accommodating staff. Food came quickly with generous portions. The children's menu is very reasonable. The Margaritas are amazing. Wish I could stay for more "That's a belly full of great food" read more

Always a good place to start or end a good road trip. Chips and salsa are good. The enchiladas are excellent. Service is always prompt.

There are not a ton of decent Mexican restaurants in SW Michigan so it is a nice surprise when you find one. We stopped in for a late lunch while doing some shopping the afternoon of black Friday. Yes, I said afternoon. There is no way on earth you could get me to stand in line overnight to save $20 on a DVD player. The menu has a lot of options. There is something for everyone. I was quite please to see there were several options with chorizo. I chose the chorizo tacos. They were stuffed full of chorizo. They were not the best I have ever had, but they were good. The chips & salsa are also good. My wife tried the enchilada combo. I tried the beef enchilada and found it to be quite good. The prices are good and the portions are substantial. read more

Cool decor. Reminded me of Mexico. Horchata tasted powdery, maybe store bought. Two chicken enchilada one beef taco with rice was like $8. Good amount of food. Tasted ok for the price. Nothing you muST have here. But decent. read more

El Rodeo - Dining room - Mexican Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

This is some of the best Mexican food served in the area! Plus the service is Excellent! You you have the appetite for a great meal. Look no further! read more

No matter what I order, every time it's a different price. Some days I'll pay $7-10 for a kids taco with rice and beans, one day they charged me $15? Same with other items on the menu and it's a bit frustrating. Make sure your employees know how to ring up food on the POS. The food is usually pretty good but I hope the workers can be on the same page one day read more

This. Place. Is. Delicious. (If you like Mexican, obviously.) My favorite Mexican place might be elsewhere, but this is a close second. And now that I think about it, I really can't come up with a valid reason why it isn't at least tied, other than this one came into my life after the other. But back to El Rodeo-they have great Mexican food, a large menu, and great drinks. The staff is friendly, and can carry a ton of plates up their arms. The service is fast, too. Prices are as expected for the area, which is pretty cheap compared to big cities. read more

Middle of the road Mexican joint close to the hotels and freeway. Parking sucked as it share the lot with in a strip mall next to a planet fitness. Apparently people actually go there instead of enjoying large margaritas with chips and quasi. Service was lacking. Not very attentive. Though the food came out quickly. Nothing to write home about. Just another Mexican joint with the same flavors you would expect. Nothing over the top or wow about it. Chips and salsa were ok. Salsa was bland. Fajitas were hot and free but also not well seasoned. Friends said the tAcos and burritos were so-so. In all, if you need a Mexican food fix and you are in the area, it's not bad. Expect to wait a little for service. Otherwise, ok. read more

I hope this restaurant can get some more help.me and wife are there only 2 waiters for evening rush. I got the wrong order .and it was like rubber.This is the only time it wasnt 5 star restaurant like the 45 dollars for 2 costed. Really a shame read more

I'm sitting in the resturant and here eating and I found a hair in my food . And my beans had no flavor

I would like to say first of all, that this is not authentic Mexican food by any stretch. But for SW MI, and its incredibly limited Mexican food choices (taco bell, and..?) this is pretty good. You can definitely get your Mexican fix here, they have a huge menu and good prices. From when they opened about 8 years ago, the food has gone downhill a little, but its popularity has increased and they've made huge decorating changes. It used to be kinda dark and swanky, now its beautifully decorated with an apparent Mexican theme. I haven't lived in MI for years, I live in Arizona now, but I just went back last fall for dinner. It was pretty unimpressive compared to what I'm used to, I remember every dish was drowned in cheese. I love me some cheese, but it was overboard. It was a bad attempt to pump some flavor into this otherwise bland dinner. I got a potent margarita though, always a plus. read more

El Rodeo had a great atmosphere. It was a unique dining experience. Great authentic Mexican food. The service was prompt and entertaining. My friends and I will definitely be returning in the near future. Dawn Windbigler read more

Are you looking for the best restaurant in town? Do you want to feel so comfy that you could ever feel? Well, you haven't lived till you try El Rodeo! One reason is their amazing food! They have unbelievably scrumptious food and drinks! For example, their queso is outstanding! It's basically warm cheese dip that you can dip your chip in. But hold on. That's not even the best part yet. They also have salsa with a whole bunch of different flavors to it! It'll make you want to NOT stop eating it. However, the best part is their cheese quesadillas! They warm up the tortilla with cheddar or mozzarella cheese inside... MELTED!!! Another awesome thing about el rodeo is their workers! They will not stop until the day is done! Also, if you are really hungry and you just ordered your mexican food, in a minute or two, your food that you ordered will be right in front of you! But, the best part of this awesome restaurant is that they have TV's! You can watch soccer, football and so much more! You can almost watch anything! No one can resist watching TV at a restaurant. Also, when it's your birthday, they'll come out, put a mexican hat on you and spread whipped cream all over your own face! Its awesome there... the perfect place to go on any night you want! Also, if you were wondering, the food is pretty cheap! But you can't find out if you don't go there! Go there tonight! Right now!!! read more

So if you like Mexion food you should go to el rodayo and here are some reasons y ps. Their food is so GOOD!! So most people there are mexion but they speak some english so you can understand what they say.and the rise is so GOOD!! Another reason is their desserts. There are some of the best i have ever tasted. My personal favorite is like a bosco stick with apple pie. And their tacos are the best thing i have ever tasted EVER so i think you should try their tacos. So if this makes you want to try El Rodeo I think you would love their food forever. I give them five out of five stars. read more