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    El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

    4.3 (174 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Hay S.

    Well decorated and well lit Mexican restaurant with accommodating parking. The complimentary Chips & Salsa was delicious. Well executed salsa with lots of flavor. This is more of a Modernized and Americanized Mexican cuisine. Just not much real Mexican flavor. All food was good, just seemed lacking real flavor or execution. The margaritas were the reigning champ. I had a raspberry margarita and it was accompanied by a selection of fruit and the alcohol to juice content was nicely done. I ended up having two it was so good. Children's quesadilla was nice size and she finished her plate. She also enjoyed my crunchy taco.

    This was a chimichunga with refried beans.  Guess I missed the actual chimichunga.  Sorry!
    Lori K.

    We were seated quickly, given a large colorful menu. Our server took our drink order quickly. I asked him what was popular or a meal he likes to eat He recommended the Mocajato. I love a good Mocajato but wasn't willing to drop $24 the first time I visit a restaurant. I ordered the fajita quesadilla with chicken. It was HUGE but lacking the cheese I was expecting. On the other hand it was stuffed with meat and vegetables. No complaints there! On the side was lettece, tomato and little sour cream. Hubby ordered a chicken chimichunga with a side of refried beans. He was served 2 chimichungas filled with only chicken. The meal was topped with queso, lettuce , tomato and the tiniest amount of sour cream. Chips and salsa were served with our drinks. The chips were not special. They lacked seasoning and I added salt. The salsa was kinda watery. But it had a tiny kick. It was actually very good. I have 2 complaints. I was drinking water because it was a hot day(88°) and I have a 20 mile drive home. (The special was half price margaritas but I had to pass on those) The server offered to refill my drink. He did. But all he did was top off my glass with room temperature water. All of the ice left in my glass quickly melted and I was left with room temperature water. First World Problem, I know. We each received one little bowl of salsa. I asked for more expecting an El Vaquero-like carafe of salsa for two. We received one more little bowl to share. This place has a lunch buffet. The price goes up on the weekend but I like the idea. The ambiance was festive. Large art work, flags over the bar, 6 TVs and festive tables. There is music playing but overall it is very noisy. We would return and I know now to ask for ice with my drink refill and extra sour cream on my side. I took pictures after we started eating but the portions were substantial!

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    Octavia M.

    The all u can eat bar was soooooo small! What I don't get is their menu is plentiful of food items but the bar was scares! It was $15 just for the bar to have 5 items! Then the cold bar had all the condiments and maybe 3/4 fruit items! I was disappointed because I found them from Facebook and it was going viral so I decided to check em out and I wasted my $20! $15 for the bar and 3 for the drink then tax was $20-$21 We eat outside and we had to put up our own umbrella because the waiter said she was too short and after waiting 10 mins no one came we got on top the table and did it ourselfs! Bae said the food was ok and nothing was hot everything was warm. He only eat the soft tacos only because he made them how he wanted them. It was quiet and huni they was coming by the boat loads. Idk we won't be coming back I left and went to Smokey bones! Sorry not sorry they have a cute photo opportunity by the front door! Very cute very mindful lol

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    Brian C.

    I came here last time I was working in Columbus and forgot to leave a review. In fact, I came to Yelp to see if a had left a review because I couldn't remember if I liked the place! I didn't remember anything bad and I was in the mood for some chips and salsa so I decided to return. Thankfully I did. The chips and salsa were top notch. The chicken fajitas really hit the spot. I had skipped lunch and managed to demolish the entire plate of fajitas! So good! Service was friendly and adequate. In have 9 more nights on this work trip. I'll be back.

    I always order the large queso cheese and the chips are unlimited.
    Toya R.

    El Rodeo never disappoints It is MY number one restaurant I go to for Mexican food. The decor is nice and I like to see their nice waitresses especially Miss Carolina! Cold Raspberry margaritas, great table spacing and the sizzling hot Texas fajitas are amazing. This visit I ordered the cheesesteak burrito and a large queso which is one of the best quesos I've ever had! Good Location, Lots of parking on a flat lot and close to Easton on Steltzer Rd. Elite ya later, T

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    Jocelyn S.

    My boyfriend and I ate at El Rodeo for dinner. I got the Carnitas and he ordered the mole enchiladas. I also ordered the pineapple coconut margarita. I loved the margarita! Super delish. Our food was fine. I enjoyed the carnitas. Our waiter was great and the manager was attentive. Great service! Great ambiance! Will definitely return!

    Dee F.

    I like the vibe of this place. It's like being out without doing too much. Normally I sit at the bar have some chips, salsa, and a couple nice sized daiquiri's....wheewwww!! The daiquiris do the job lol. Staff has always been pleasant, and helpful when you can't decide what you want from the menu

    Jared S.

    Parking: This location shares parking with the nearby stores, but I've never seen this lot full when driving by. They have plenty of parking, but it would be nice if the landlord would add more lights at night to feel safer. Parking was fine though. 4 stars. Customer Service: Upon entering I was instantly greeted by the staff and taken immediately to a table to sit. I was quickly introduced to the waiter and placed my order at 8:49pm, then ate chips and salsa until my entree arrived at 8:58pm! Super fast. Chips and salsa were refilled as I ate. Order arrived exactly as I requested. I was finished with my meal and check was paid by 9:29pm. My entire visit only lasted 40minutes. 5 stars. Food: The food was fresh and good. I had no complaints. Based on my taste buds, it was worthy of 3.5 stars. Ambience: This is a great place for relaxing first date, dinner with friends, or family. It's very casual place that feels comfortable to be. 4 star. Conclusion: Food was good, customer service was amazing. I will definitely be coming back! Also fun because you can order food while speaking Spanish. This restaurant gives relaxing fun vibes similar to actually being in Mexico. PLUS, they sing happy birthday. To everyone who reads this review, Happy Birthday! (4+5+3.5+4)/4= 4.1 stars

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    The chimichangas are amazing. My girlfriend and I went here and throughly enjoyed the atmosphere.

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    Service was fantastic. Food was good very reasonably priced overall a wonderful experience 2 thumbs up. Would definitely recommend.

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    My fajitas were awesome and the trio dip was on point ... we highly enjoyed everything

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