Just did not do it for me this time around. It's odd how you have to park around back to enter the main dining room. If you park in the front - it doesn't even look like it's open. We asked to sit at the bar - and they actually had to turn the lights on when we sat down. Asked for a skinny margarita and the waiter from the dining room came over to make it. Ordered the chicken fajitas and an a-la-carte chimichanga. Both were good! Asked for a second skinny margarita and the color and taste was completely different than the first. Neither used fresh oranges or limes - which is the whole idea of ordering a skinny. I see good reviews, so maybe it was just an off weeknight - but we will head down the street next time. read more

The tacos were some of the best (wife said her shredded beef hard shell was the best) on the taco trail. The warm chips and salsa included made my day! The salsa might be the best salsa I've ever had. Fantastic!! Please support this restaurant because you will have a great meal! read more

El Rodeo - Two tacos with chips and salsa. - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

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We visited El Rodeo again at their new location and I was blown away. The service was very attentive and the frozen margaritas were perfect for a hot summer day. I had the Mole poblano which you typically don't see at many Mexican restaurants and it was delicious and authentic. My partner had the seafood enchiladas which they enjoyed. read more

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The service and food was amazing. We are always looking for New Mexican restaurants to try. It seems like they just opened and were kinda slow which I am sure will not last long. They have a nice bar area in there which I bet will be packed as soon as people know that it is there. It is decorated very cute inside. We will be back!!! read more

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Food is good and the family that operates the restaurant are friendly and want to please.

Good hot food delivered quickly. An excellent stop for lunch. Clean and brightly decorated. No complaints.

We had like three servers!! Very authentic Mexican atmosphere. Mexican music playing. A bit strange to get in as the entrance is in the back of the strip mall. Confusing at first! Had the house special Birria tacos. Very good the rice wasn't warm but they immediately brought me out some hot rice! Moist and authentic flavoring. Enjoyed our dinner with my sangria. read more

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Always a good experience here. Food is fresh,tasty and they make great margaritas. Owners are good people.!!

Don't know how to answer their phone for takeout. Could not hear the person on the phone. Tried twice and gave up.

Early dinner, around 5:00, so it was a bit slow, but it was getting busier. We love Mexican and have it at least once a week. Honestly with all the options in the area, we forget this place is here. Im glad we remembered today! My spouse had the California Burrito, I had the chicken Chimichanga, both our meals were excellent. They came out fast and were piping hot. Our server did a great job and was very pleasant. Looking at the menu I would say their prices seem a little lower than some other places we like to go. We will add El Rodeo to our favorites list and will be sure to return again very soon. read more

My husband and I have made this our regular restaurant when we want Mexican food. Always an amazing family restaurant with a friendly staff. The food was fast and delicious. read more

I truly enjoy El Rodeo. The new location in the former Slyman's on Mentor Ave is really nice. The staff is very friendly. I am particularly partial to the Texas Dip, which is a bowl of queso cheese with steak, shrimp, and chicken. Fajitas are also very enjoyable. I definitely recommend El Rodeo. read more

Good food, good atmosphere, and kind waiters! Food came out quickly, it wasn't too expensive, and it was delicious! Portion sizes were good too! Definitely worth a try! read more

Since they have moved, the food has gone way downhill. The staff is nice, but it's just not the same anymore. I was told there were new cooks. Unless things drastically change, I will not be returning. It tastes like cafeteria Mexican food now. read more

Muy Bueno, delicioso! Excellent food, service and atmosphere. First time there, lunch menu, shrimp fajitas for me, hubs had Pollo Azteca. Yummy . We loved the salsa so much we had 3. The wait staff was super attentive, my only complaint is that I had to stop eating or I'd pop. It is a must try if you love Mexican food. read more

Love the colorful, festive Mexican decor. The veggie fajitas are so good. We loved our meals.

this place is the best Mexican in mentor. we love eating here. great prices, great service, great atmosphere, and the food is amazing!!! Come here I promise you won't be let down read more

Mole poblano came with plenty of food for $12. The mole is likely out of a can as it was sort of chalky and not rich or smoky like the legitimate mole I've had in Mexico. Not bad but not anything special. read more

El Rodeo - Mole Poblano - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

My family has been eating here since I can remember. Such an amazing experience every time. The people, the food, and the drinks are just amazing. I recommend the burritos.... so delicious. read more

Amazing new menus, food is delicious and service is second to none. New restaurant is beautiful too

Immediately kind and helpful staff sat us with chips and salsa and had our drinks before I knew I wanted one! Salsa tastes homemade and the chips are delicious and perfect for scooping! Order went in fast and came out perfect! Made with love and care and affection and the music they had playing made you feel like you were back in Mexico! Loved the bright colors of the restaurant booths and tables, really brought the place to life! Excellent service. If I could give it 12 stars I would, but sadly I am only allowed 5... read more

They were friendly upon walking in. The both chairs were not clean. The table was clean. The cheese dip came out luke warm. My husband's and friend's good came out looking amazing. The steak and cheese burrito tasted good. I got the Volcatina (sp?) fajita... I wouldn't get it again. The steak wasn't seasoned and the veggies were cut so big that you couldn't enjoy the meal. See checked on us once many twice after getting our food. The rice has nice flavor. The refried beans were weird, not sure on a good or bad way. The margarita was good. I'm not any special trips back up here, but good luck to those that dine. You will find some different items on the menu than your traditional Mexican American restaurants. read more

El Rodeo - Volcanito Fajita - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

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They are such great people! Family run business and are extremely attentive to their customers. Never out of drinks and food is always made fresh to order. They are native Mexicans and make good TexMex but they make their own authentic food if you ask about it. Great for kids and families. read more

The food was amazing as well as the service and the beautiful restaurant! I highly recommend to anybody who needs a good bite to eat !

GREAT FOOD. Best Mexican I've had in a long time!! Great service and a really clean place. I'd go back again and again!!

This is a great place for quick hot Mexican food! My friend and I went there for lunch since we craved Mexican food. As soon as we got seated we were served with chips and salsa and the salsa was yummy despite the chips tasting slightly stale. Their lunch menu has amazing deals- I got an enchilada, chalupa and rice for only $5.99!! Our meals came quickly and overall I can't complain! There's ample parking and a good stop for those who need to take a break from the dealerships that surround the place if you're shopping around for cars :) read more

El Rodeo - Lunch special #8! - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

If your plan is to get violently ill, this is the place to go. We had a B-Day dinner/gathering here involving 7 people from 3 separate households (no previous cross-contamination). Within 24-36 hours of the dinner at El Rodeo, all 7 dinner goers got violently ill with the same symptoms. (Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fever, etc). Of course, when we called the Restaurant we got the canned line, "But Senora, you were the only ones that got sick". Read the other patron review that got ill the same day. The Lake County Health Dept shows 2 Critical and 4 Non-Critical Violations as of Jan 14, 2020. https://www.healthspace.com/Clients/Ohio/Lake/Lake_Web_Live.nsf/food-frameset Type: 'El Rodeo' in search line at top left corner of LCHD webpage. Dine here at your own risk!!!! read more

Still a solid three stars--but really not bad when you stick to the safe items. We had an hour to kill before Mini Murph's baseball practice and it was dinner time. We knew this would be quick, tasty and family friendly. Picante fajitas are my top choice. Grab the lunch sized portion (add a $1 after 2:30PM) for only 7.99 and it's more than enough with two tortillas and sides. Plus the never ending chips and salsa, which has been better since my initial visit. read more

El Rodeo - Lunch sized portion of the chicken picante fajitas. Perfect portion, just add $1 after 3pm. - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN LAKE COUNTY! The service is always friendly and and quick. Food is fresh and delicious. The homemade salsa is smooth and flavorful. You wont find a better local spot. Great for families or going to grab margaritas with friends. read more

Clean, fast and delicious! Fresh salsa and guacamole served with yummy chips to start. Chicken tortilla soup, seafood enchiladas and pineapple stuffed with lots of everything was our feast tonight. Didn't enjoy any margaritas tonight because tomorrow morning working early. Next time for sure!! read more

For dinner or lunch, El Rodeo and other Mexican joints like this one are usually not my thing. I like fresh ingredients and typically - or every time I've been to any El Rodeo - they just don't seem to serve fresh anything. Last night, was a different story. My sister and I were out shopping. We were both in fitting rooms complaining about how everything we tried on looked terrible and then whined about how huge our guts are. Then we talked about food and how awesome it is. And then my sister decided she wanted fried ice cream. So, of course, to drown our chubby sorrows we went to El Rodeo. The place was dead. We were seated immediately and served the freshest chips and salsa I've ever had at any El Rodeo. They were seriously just fried and the slightest bit of grease was still left on them. SO GOOD! We ordered the "supreme" fried ice cream. It comes in a fried tortilla covered in cinnamon sugar. This was also VERY fresh - it was just made. I have never experienced two fresh items in a row at El Rodeo so I was more than pleasantly surprised. We guessed that since it was almost 9:00 pm they were making things fresh for the next day. So maybe timing is everything? Thank you, El Rodeo, for making my gut even flabbier. Just what I needed. read more

El Rodeo is the epitome of an average Mexican restaurant. The fajitas are a solid option but they are nothing to write home about. The sides are decent and the chips and salsa are average at best. The restaurant is very clean and the service has always been great whether you are eating in or taking out. If you are craving some Mexican, I wouldn't tell you not to go here but there are many other options that are worth a shot. read more

Ordered 2 taco lunch with no cheese. Out cone just two tacos. Ordered 2 batches of salsa and had to be changed because I only had 2 tacos and water. I had 2 tacos only because the waitress messed up. Last time here. !2.50 for salsa. read more

El Rodeo - $2.50 for this? - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

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Beware! TWO PATRONS POISONED! I stopped in for late dinner with my mom on Saturday afternoon. We both ate chicken, rice and beans and salsa. I'm unsure if it was the salsa or the chicken. I was uncomfortable Sunday night, but by Monday the poisoning was in full swing. Violently ill with nausea, pain, vomiting and diarrhea. We were not around anyone sick with the stomach flu and both became sick at the same time. We did not eat similar foods in the days before El Rodeo or after our visit. Service was only OK. Food and salsa were actually good, too bad we had to pay for it for a whole day. Still feeling slightly ill on the second day. Will obviously not be back, health department should pay a visit. I would love to see what the kitchen looks like, considering. read more

This place was recommended by some close friend. The decor is really nice and quite with all the wood carving. The chips and salsa is really fresh and delicious. We ordered the queso fondido with chorizo to eat with the chip. I ordered a fajita supreme with all the meats. It was pretty good. We wanted to order a half pitcher of margarita and waitress came out with a full pitcher. We had a good time drinking the full pitcher. The place was fairly busy that Friday night. Service was a little slow but at the end, food is good. I didn't even know they have a tableside gucamole until I seen it on Yelp picture. Definitely we will go back for the gucamole. read more

The only thing that everyone seemed to like was the margaritas. The food was really bland, and most of it was cold. I truly love Mexican food and this was by far the worst I've had in this area. I came with a large group of friends from work and this was something we had looked forward to for sometime. There was someone sort of issue with the gift card our work hard rewarded us with and the staff tried to figure it out. I felt that the staff tried to fix the situation but came off very rude. Also, the worst part was almost everyone got sick from the food. We all talked about the experience and the only thing we all had in common that day was eating here. Maybe this place is better for small groups. read more

If I could hover between A-OK and being a fan, I'd be there but sometimes this place is so money that I'm going to give it the benefit of the doubt. Maybe a few times the cooks had an off night, but one thing that keeps me coming back to this restaurante is the tall draft beers. Domestic, Import, or Craft it comes in a mug directly plucked from the deepest part of Antarctica topped with shaved ice. I know what you're thinkin', ice and beer?! Gross. Ice in beer usually doesn't mix well but the long thin shaved pieces are entirely unnoticeable and don't water down your beer. Enough about the brews and lets move to the grub. If you're feeling froggy, try anything from their specials menu (I recommend the Fajita Volcanito) they're actually pretty tasty if you hit the chefs on a good night, however if you find yourself strolling in when the sky is falling the food comes out just about average. If you want to go with something safe, try any of their fajita dishes they are consistently good and rarely fall fail to please. The service can be shotty but the atmosphere and beer make-up for it. If you like an empty restaurant where conversation call flourish try El Rodeo. read more

Our favorite place! The staff treats you like family and are always friendly. They have reasonable prices and the food is terrific read more

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Been coming here every Sat. with my husband and kids (when they're in town) for the past few years. Get the same thing - 2 chili rollino's and a side of guacamole. Yum yum yum! I start craving them middle of the week. I've eaten at a lot of Mexican restaurants - Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado - El Rodeo gets the trophy! Colorful atmosphere, authentic food and free Spanish lessons every Saturday (failing miserably but they never seem to give up!) read more

El Rodeo - Chile rilleno - Mexican Near Me - Mentor, Ohio

Our favorite family own Mexican around! Great service and the best salsa around! We eat here 3x a month and can't get enough of the taco's enchilada's or chimmi's! read more