An old friend here in Moses Lake. We always stopped here on trips to Seattle, and then they opened a second location in our little town of Cheney, so visits have been few since then. Well, nothing's changed in decades. Still friendly, clean, quick, with great gringo Mex. It's also easily accessible from the interstate, and always super-busy. As usual, we got wicked full, and brought a ton back to our RV, haha. Glad to pay them another dinner visit... read more

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I don't have much in the way for bookmarks for Moses Lake and hardly any restaurants for the city but I did have El Rodeo in my list to try. I got one of their combinations on their menu. A cheese enchilada and bean tostada as well as rice and beans. For one it's a bit bean heavy since the tostada is a bean one and the you also have refried beans on the side. Perhaps to reduce that the tostada should be a guacamole tostada. The food isn't all that spicy. In fact it's a bit on the bland side but despite that I nearly finished my entire combination plate so I must have been hungry and the food wasn't all that bad. But it wasn't the most memorable Mexican meal I had but I will freely admit I am a serious snob when it comes to Mexican food. So would I come back? Well, Moses Lake is still largely unexplored by me and the couple of stops I made I passed by a lot of different restaurants so I'd say "never say never" but it isn't a major priority to come back but in a pinch I wouldn't rule out on a return either. I just was looking for something spicier and perhaps more authentic. read more

El Rodeo Restaurant - My combination meal of a cheese enchilada, bean tostada, rice and beans on the side. - Mexican Near Me - Moses Lake, Washington

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The food here tasted like true authentic Mexican food, which is not the case in some of the other Mexican restaurants in the area . I ordered the Giant Burrito with shredded chicken and it was delicious. From the time I walked in the door until I left, the service was superior and the servers were attentive to my needs. Everyone was professional yet personal with plenty of smiles. The ambiance is what you expect in a Mexican restaurant. I was very pleased with my meal here. read more

I dropped in for an early lunch today, in the past I have been well pleased. Although early this afternoon, I was surprised that the food item I chose on the menu came with maybe 6 curled fried chicken little stripe, served on top of a bed of lettuce, raw mushrooms, avocado slices and tomatoes quarter slices. It comes with a choice of salad dressing, not worth $16.50. There was a good flavor on the marinated chicken but the serving was skimpy. The separate basket were nice and crunchy, salsa good, cabbage slaw good. The music atmosphere was ok, though it could be turned down more. I have recommended this Mexican Restaurant many times to friends. Maybe I'll wait on that for awhile, see if this menu item gets improved. This is the first time I tried that lunch item, I usually go with a chicken taco salad, which always is very generous with the shredded chicken. read more

Service was great! Ambiance was also good. Food is tailored to senior white folks (basic and bland).

I had a take out order and the chips were packaged with chips that looked half eaten and soggy with food. Usually pretty good service and food. read more

This is our favorite place to go. My husband and I always share the el Rodeo platter and it is a perfect amount of food for the two of us. They are always friendly. read more

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I was in town for two nights. I had tried a Mexican restaurant in Tacoma two nights prior and it did not scratch my itch. (You will not find a review for said restaurant in Tacoma as my dad taught me, if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all) So I was ecstatic when I asked the ladies at my hotel, Where was the best place to eat in town and they named this restaurant, a Mexican restaurant!!!!! From the second you pull up, you know you're about to eat authentic Mexican food. The entire restaurant made me feel like I was in Mexico, and I've never even been to Mexico. I just really love burritos, tacos enchiladas and chimichangas!! I ordered the super wet chicken burrito. It was big, thick, wet and ahhhhhhh oh yeah, sorry please excuse me. Where were we? Oh yes ..Wet burrito. lost track for a second there.... If I ever visit Moses Lake again I'll be eating dinner here, every night. read more

El Rodeo Restaurant - people sitting at a table - Mexican Near Me - Moses Lake, Washington

The best in town, we all know this! Chicken Carnitas, Carne asada burrito, Camarones al moho de ajo, chips and salsa....all. the bomb! read more

Tacos Al Carbon were simply warmed corn tortillas. Not grilled/fried in salsa like every other Mexican restaurant. Otherwise would've just ordered 3 tacos. Steak inside was good. Side of 4 corn tortillas was $4.75. Just had water to drink. Bill with tip was $35. Won't be back. On a positive note, service was good and the restaurant was clean. Chips and salsa were good. read more

In a town full of countless Mexican food options - most of them quite good - This has always been my favorite. The service is wonderful and the ambiance, while standard, is quaint and warming. My favorite - Enchiladas con mole, sub spinach/cheese for meat. But the chicken version is wonderful too. Keep it up! read more

Busy early Tuesday afternoon and the servers were hustling and very attentive. Food was great! We will be back! read more

Decently sized portions at a reasonable price. Conveniently located with easy access and good sized parking lot. Servers were prompt and attentive. read more

It's a nope for our family. So greasy. Tasteless covered in cheese. If you have to eat here, choose the fajitas. read more

El Rodeo has good, traditional Mexican food. My favorites include Arroz con Pollo, their taco salad when I want something light, and the Verde burrito. I also love that they have a daily special so I can try something different at a little lower price. Their margaritas are delicious! Service is always good. The wait staff really hustles. read more

The food was good, but not great and very little spice. The staff although friendly were not quick to do anything. The real sad part was that several residents told me that this place was great. Not! read more

Food is so good, and plenty of it! We think it's our favorite restaurant In Moses Lake. They are very nice and Great service! read more

Beans and Rice OK. Chili Rellano was a nasty joke. Canned chili wrapped in egg with tasteless chewey cheese on the out side, and some crappy, watery red sauce(?) with one piece of boiled celery on top!!! Shredded beef taco was like pate without any flavor. Everything was basic taco bell in bigger servings. The worst is the Waiter leans in much to close, talking inches from your face, bad breath too. Make a better choice and cook at home! read more

We love El Rodeo! The customer service is always great and their food is consistently good. It's become our go to and is worth the thirty minute drive! read more

Recommend by a local police officer, they always know where to eat. Fantastic flavor, great service and I don't think you can finish your plate! read more

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We had lunch a couple days ago. It was delicious 5 star food and service. Highly recommend Joan Van Steenkist co-owner of the Bank Tavern in Ephrata read more

Stopped on our drive from Seattle to Spokane. Pleasantly surprised. Cozy, bright atmosphere. Super fast service. Excellent food & drinks. Had the carne asada plate and shrimp fajitas. read more

Our FAVORITE Mexican restaurant in Moses Lake. The Mole sauce is the best I've ever tried. The food is delicious, the service is always great, and the ambiance is sometimes busy and always family-friendly. read more

Food was great service was great amazing music playing. Best burger I have ever had I recommend.

Worst quesadilla known to humanity! This was drenched in oil with dark grey guacamole plopped on-top. Also, who puts shredded lettuce on the bottom of a hot quesadilla? This pile of soggy tortilla mess had hardly any cheese and all the vegetables were swimming in oil so I couldn't taste anything. To top it all off, they charged me $13.50! I've never heard of a veggie quesadilla costing $13.50. My mom's chicken tostada was even less, at $12.50. My dad's carne asada $17.50. Feel completely taken advantage here. Especially when their menu clearly states a chicken quesadilla is priced at $8.75 and that's with meat. I guess since COVID-19 they're over charging their customers. Never been so disappointed and disgusted with a veggie quesadilla. Don't do take-out here. They'll over charge you, take your money and push you out the door. I even called the restaurant after looking at the receipt and even the man at the counter said he didn't know why the quesadilla cost so much. This place was such a let-down. read more

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The carne asada is so good. we have never had a bad experience here. maybe someone else had a bad experience but not us. food and drinks are good. Never seen hispanics eat here read more

Super friendly and attentive staff. Huge plates of hot delicious food. Taco salad was huge and loved the flavor of the refried beans. Tostada perfect size. read more

This is the first time we have ever eaten here. The service was excellent and the food was very good. The prices are reasonable considering inflation. The place smelled clean, besides looking clean, which is important to me. I'm sure we will be back. read more

I. Overall: This is a Simple Family Restaurant with Good Food and Good People Making and Serving it. I would gladly go there again... II. Disclaimer: I have not been compensated to write or share this review by anyone in any way shape or form III. The Food: As with any family run establishment, the service was swift and our drinks and meal orders were taken promptly. We ordered: - Margarita: They weren't shy on the tequila or on the size of the drink - Carne Asada: I ordered it without any Rice or Tortillas and it cane with Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, a Roasted Jalapeño and Refried Beans with Cheese. The Steak was medium and tasted good. Combining the Steak Slices with Beans, Pico and Jalapeño - DELICIOUS !! - Tostada El Rodeo: Nice Crispy Tostada full of Veggies and Beans. Tasty ! IV. Ambience and Service: The people are super nice and kind. They will stop by multiple times to make sure You're comfortable and have what You need. The Ambience is not why anyone would come here - its the food V. Price: This Restaurant is in Moses Lake but I found the prices to be at par with what I would pay in Seattle so that was a bit surprising, other than that all good !! read more

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The food is soooo good the food came out so fast and the service was amazing I recommend it if you want good Mexican food go here 10/10

This place has great service, wonderful food, a weekly staple in my diet they also have great margaritas.

It's been a few years since I've stopped in. Again, the food was pretty good, and the service was excellent. I do love their chips and salsa. Thy gave me four corn tortillas with my carnitas de res. Why don't other restaurants ever do that? read more

They are like family, they are family! Ruben and Manuel are amazing hosts. Best Mexican food In Moses Lake! My favorite is the pollo asado y mas (Chile relleno). So good, great huge margaritas and beer. Love love Love it! read more

Twice here within one month. Super fast with good service. Good tasting food, rather small portions but fills you up.

Not very good. Service was slow. Fajitas were greasy. Enchiladas were soupy and they didn't have a traditional enchilada sauce on them. Wont be going back, better options available. read more

Who would have thought that you could find some good mexican food in Moses Lake? It was not even on my radar, but everyone was hungry, so, of course, I got on yelp to find some options! The guacamole was great, and the Chile Colorado was pretty darn good. They were very helpful and accommodating to our son's allergies. To top it off, our server was awesome! read more

When you read over and over again that the carne asada is good, trust it. That's what I had tonight and it was great. Mexican food might be my first comfort food and it was just what I needed. Carne Asada read more

Good food and excellent service. Issue with our lunch order was quickly resolved and food was good and well worth the price. Will visit our next time in town. read more

Parking lot is tiny, yet there is adjacent lot to park. We were seated right away. Service was great and fast. Food was blah. Mole sauce was not what we consider usual. Chicken enchilada had large pieces of chicken rather than shredded. Hard shell chicken taco again not shredded and was soggy. With so many Mexican restaurants in town, will not return. read more

Always great service, flavorful food and a cozy atmosphere. And, did I mention, they mix a mean margarita?