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    El Sol Mexican Cafe

    4.5 (248 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    EL SOL MEXICAN CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Talisa M.

    This was a great spot to stop in at! We googled breakfast burritos around the area and found this place with lots of great reviews on the burritos and since that's what we were craving, we decided to give it a go. Always nerve wrecking to try a new place, but we were very happy with our experience. Kind service, great burrito, close to where we were and great space.

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    Jen N.

    Excellent breakfast burrito. Came out HOT. Flavorful, mild chorizo with an excellent tasting tortilla. Friendly service, clean location with seating inside and outside as well. Two ice cold full bottles of salsa were brought to our table along with our burrito. So glad we stopped.

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    Emily H.

    I was hesitant to try here due to mixed reviews but I'm glad I did! I had the Chorizo Plate for breakfast which comes with mix of chorizo and eggs, potatoes, beans and tortillas (corn or flour). The employee said they make their chorizo in house so had to try it out! It was good, but could use a bit more flavor. The potatoes were bland, no flavor. They also give you salsa bottles when dining in. The green salsa was spicy and the red was mild and perfect for me, which was funny since it's normally opposite. We also got a Pineapple Empanada to share and it was delicious. I wish there were more baked goods but they only had the fruit empanadas and some cookies. The restaurant is clean and the prices were decent. I will come back again to try more dishes!

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    Amber R.

    Absolutely amazing!! We come typically once a week. Today we grabbed some catering because it's too hot to cook. They're so friendly here, definitely a mom and pop shop to the fullest. Comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, gorgeous art work. The food hits like nanas, it's untouchable. Highly recommended 100%

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    Terry W.

    Disappointing. We've been here before, but the food was disappointing this time. Not sure what changed, but the simple yet vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican food was missing. It was bland and lifeless. They are a bit pricey, so they need to perform better. Another meal like this, and I will cross them off my list. There are too many options in the valley to eat lifeless Mexican food.

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    OMG! This place was amazing! I had been wanting to go in and I'm glad I finally did- the salsa is so good and the food tastes homemade

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    Food is frsh & delicious. Great salsa. A little pricey but what business isn't these days.

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    5 months ago

    My wife and I shared a breakfast burrito with ham it was as delicious, and the service was great too

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    7 months ago

    Great food, big selection, authentic home-made treats, ambiance, catering, location... yum!

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    5 months ago

    Stopped by based on reviews. We were not disappointed. Great service, killer burritos, and good prices too.

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    2 years ago

    Authors tacos... Their Carne Asada is so flavorful! Pick up their homemade tortillas, you will not be disappointed!

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    3 years ago

    Grew up going here, so glad they've stuck around for a couple decades. Best burritos and tortillas and salsas around!

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    Great breakfast burritos! Big portions. Great atmosphere! Dog friendly. Highly recommend!

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    2 years ago

    Great place to eat. I have family that visits and always asks to go here. They are nice and attentive. Great breakfast burritos

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    2 years ago

    The best Green Chile burrito I've had in a long time. The service was very fast and the store looks very clean.

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    2 years ago

    FAVORITE spot by my office! I even got my husband hooked! They are friendly, love the VIBE and LOVE their food! Gotta come try it!

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    3 years ago

    We got brunch. The Huevos Rancheros had great green chili salsa. The refried beans had a great flavor. Simple but tasty.

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    Miel de Agave Chandler

    4.4
    (518 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    We went to Miel de Agave on Friday night before heading to a comedy show, and we were seriously…read moreblown away! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance, customer service, and drinks were amazing. I'm a HUGE mezcal lover, and they had a great assortment of mezcals and tequilas to choose from. If that's your thing, you will definitely appreciate their drink menu! Since we were heading to a show afterward, we didn't want to get too full, so we decided to share a few appetizers instead of ordering full entrées. The portions were surprisingly generous! We tried the chicharrón with guacamole, ahi tuna tostadas, and the Aguachile ribeye. Everything was delicious, but the ribeye was definitely a favorite. We're already fans of it from their sister restaurant, Blu Seafood, so we knew we had to order it here. Just keep in mind that at Agave it's served as an appetizer, so the portion is smaller so but absolutely worth it! And of course, we couldn't leave without dessert. We finished with their tres leches cake, and OMG... absolutely amazing. The perfect ending to the night! A special shoutout to our waitress, Jazmyn. She gave us incredible service, was so kind, attentive, and really knowledgeable about the menu. She made an already great experience even better. Great atmosphere, amazing drinks, delicious food, and outstanding service. We will DEFINITELY be back!

    We had a Fri night dinner here for the first time and it was awesome! When we first walked through…read morethe door, we felt like we walked through a portal into a bar in like Scottsdale or Vegas! The ambiance was wonderful and perfect for date night. We were served by Ana who took time to explain the drinks and items we were interested on the menu. She was just absolutely great! We started with the Guacamole n chips and the Elote. Both were delicious and the chips are made in house I believe. We then had the short rib Birria and man it was onolicious! The beef just fell apart and the marrow with chips was lip smacking good! It fed the both of us just right. For dessert we had the Tres Leches cake and man we loved it too. The cake was moist and sweet but the ice cream was mild so it went perfect with the cake. We were stuffed! We will definately be back again to try more dishes and we look forward to seeing Ana again!

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    Miel de Agave Chandler
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    The Mexicano

    The Mexicano

    4.1
    (376 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Large group friendly

    Yesterday evening we had a reservation and I hadn't been to the Chandler Mexicano's in the evening,…read morejust at lunch. I was fairly disappointed how loud the music was and we couldn't carry on conversation without raising our voices. Had great service and the food was amazing, but I will rethink about coming at night - just too loud, even my guests were not thrilled with how loud it was.

    The Mexicano has several locations in the Valley. This one is located by the mall in Chandler. We…read morestopped by on a Friday night soon before close. I will say they close a little early on a Friday. Parking is a breeze in the large complimentary lot that surrounds the Mexican restaurant and bar. Ambiance (4.5/5): Trendy-looking Mexican restaurant. And a spacious one at that. Plenty of booth and table seating. We opted to sit at the bar. Pretty much the ideal restaurant experience for me. Nice without being stuffy. Service (4.5/5): Friendly service that was pretty efficient. What was awesome is they let us stay a good amount after close. Since they were cleaning up, they still had stuff to do, which allowed us to enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. Food (N/A): We had dinner prior so we were just there for drinks. They were nice enough to provide us with some free chips and salsa even though we were just having drinks. Two salsas, with one being a little too spicy for my taste. I can only handle a little kick. Good chips. I'll definitely have to come back for their food! Drinks (5/5): I appreciate it when a bar offers quality drinks that are creative. You'll find that at The Mexicano. Naturally, I went with the margarita flight which allows you to try four different frozen margs (prickly pear, lime, peach, and one more that's escaping me). And that's not all. They have a self-serve candy bar where you can add gummy bears, sour worms, and a variety of other candies to your margaritas. How cool! I've never seen anyone do this. If that wasn't enough, they have an all-day happy hour, every day of the week. I also haven't seen anything like that. Chef Joey is a genius! I'll definitely be back to enjoy the happiest of hours too.

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    Rib Eye Aquachile
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    Jefe's Cantina + Cocina

    Jefe's Cantina + Cocina

    3.9
    (145 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    We ordered from here through DoorDash one weekend for a late night meal and it was exactly what we…read moreneeded. We kept it simple and ordered the nachos and a burrito. The nachos ended up being the star of the night. They were loaded, flavorful, and very satisfying. There was plenty of food and they were more than enough for both of us to share. My husband ordered the burrito and finished it pretty quickly because it was on the smaller side. After that we both ended up just sharing the nachos and we were completely full. Since this was a delivery order I cannot speak to the dine in atmosphere or service, but the food was packaged really well and everything arrived intact and still fresh. Nothing was soggy and the portions held up well for delivery, which I always appreciate. The nachos were definitely the highlight and something I would absolutely order again. Next time I would actually love to stop in during the day and try it in person so we can explore more of the menu.

    I ate here the other day so figured I'd leave a review…read more First impression when I walked in was wow - this place is empty. It was clean, the staff responded quickly to me, but I was the only person at lunchtime on the restaurant side, and there were only two people on the bar side. Despite that it was loud. They need sound attenuation, My server was prompt, and freely shared her menu favorites when I asked. Sadly I'm not really a mole fan, her recommendation, but did try the enchiladas divorciadas. First the chips and salsa... the salsa was basically puréed tomatoes. No heat at all. Just some salt. I asked for something spicier and the server found me some habanero salsa. That was tasty, but it probably had very little habanero in it. Again, no better than a low-med heat. I grew up across the southwest so to me that was disappointing. The enchiladas? I really wanted to like this place but honestly? It was unseasoned boiled and shredded chicken, wrapped in a raw / untoasted tortilla. And drowned in some that was not enchilada sauce. The red sauce tasted like tomato sauce. I'm used to red sauce being pepper based. The spicier and more roasted the better. No pepper discernible. The green sauce tasted like it had a hint of green Chiles but mostly tomatillo. Also boring but better than the red. Neither was good. I ate it, I was hungry and it wasn't greasy, but... this was a midwestern spice-hating simulacrum of an enchilada. No bueno, demasiada aburrida. So to sum it up; decent but slightly loud facility, wonderful server, and I would say forgettable food but the reality is it was unforgettably boring.

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    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara

    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara

    4.4
    (269 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    A hidden gem inside the Mercado! They have a plain variety of different stores that service, cash,…read morechecking, bicycles, a flower store, cell phone stores, natural, herbal medicines, sports uniforms, and a salon. There's also a jewelry store. They have a graphic design store here as well. It's almost like a little mini mall. But the highlight of everything is the restaurant! They serve some of the best authentic tacos in Chandler. This is definitely a hidden gem and one of my favorite places to take friends and family. It's located off **Arizona Arizona Avenue tucked away in the corner so it's kind of a hard spot to find, but there's plenty of parking available. If you're in the mood for authentic Mexican food, I would definitely stop by! The Torta Milanesa is my absolute favorite! The Pozole and Camaron soup is delicious. Tuesdays, they offer the special tacos de Carne Asada !!! Support local!!

    Sadly, this will be my last visit to Tortas. We have been going here for over 10 years and I've…read moreleft them a 5 star review years ago but over the past year it has gone downhill rapidly. I heard that there are new owners which makes sense. All the old workers are gone along with the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food we had come to know and love. On our last visit, some in our party got birria tacos and they all came with decently sized chopped bones in them! When we told the server about it, there was no apology - he actually said that is how they make it?!?!? Let me get this straight, you put choking hazard sized bones in your tacos and don't tell anyone to watch out for them? I've included pics and video so you can see what I am talking about. Tacos are my favorite food on the planet and I've had birria tacos at many, many places (including Mexico) and have never encountered multiple bones in any kind of taco for that matter. Unfortunately their carnitas tacos are dry and flavorless. The Super Taco is still pretty good (no bones), but this and our recent experiences here are making us cross this place off of our rotation going forward. Tortas, thanks for the memories, it was a helluva run, pero no mas.

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    Torta Cubano in all its glory...
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    Espos Mexican Food

    Espos Mexican Food

    4.1
    (912 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    Espo's in Chandler is one of those local gems that keeps us coming back. On our most recent visit,…read morewe ordered the Pueblo Alto Burrito with added guacamole--a carne asada California-style burrito--and it was absolutely fantastic. My wife can be pretty particular when it comes to carne asada, so she was a little hesitant when I suggested we share it. After a few bites, she couldn't get enough! The carne asada was flavorful, tender, and clearly high quality, and the burrito itself was packed with great ingredients and balanced flavors. The added guacamole was the perfect finishing touch. As much as we loved the burrito, Espo's has become a go-to spot for our family because of their Taco Tuesday special. Their 10-taco plate for around $12 is an incredible value, especially for families. We love that you can mix and match between carne asada, carnitas, ground beef, chicken, and shredded beef, making it easy to get something everyone will enjoy. The restaurant also has that fun, authentic hole-in-the-wall feel while still being a well-established local favorite. It's the kind of place that locals know and love for good reason. If you've never tried Espo's, I highly recommend giving it a shot. Great food, great value, and a true Chandler staple.

    I was really disappointed with my recent visit to Espo's. This place used to be one of my…read morefavorites, but it has gone completely downhill. The taco meat in my meal was raw, so I had to send it back and have my order remade. Even after that, the food was bland, lacked flavor, and unfortunately made me feel sick after eating it. On top of the food quality, the seating is incredibly uncomfortable and could really use an upgrade. It's hard to enjoy a meal when you're uncomfortable the entire time. It's sad because Espo's used to be consistently delicious, but after this experience, I won't be returning.

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    Menu 02/02/2026
    Menu 02/02/2026
    Quesadilla, Bean and Cheese Burrito, and El Jefe Burrito.
    Quesadilla, Bean and Cheese Burrito, and El Jefe Burrito.
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    Ghost Ranch

    Ghost Ranch

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    We had dinner at Ghost Ranch tonight. My first time for taco Tuesday. Our server, Natalie, was…read moreawesome! She was knowledgeable about the menu, so friendly, and our service was supreme. I had carne asada and it was every bit as good as Natalie described it. My husband had pastor tacos and he is in a food coma he loved it so much. The guacamole was the best I have had! We will be back next week on Tuesday. Also, Natalie was so accommodating to our little ones. It was a great experience. Five stars does even cover how much we liked our dinner and service.

    Always great experience with a fun, modern ranch vibe! We got there just after happy hour…read more(unfortunately), but our server, Torrance, made the meal memorable. He was incredibly kind and attentive, especially with my friend who is deaf, making sure we always had water, napkins, and plenty of chips. The margarita flight is always a must for me, so I had to order one for my friend since it was her first visit. I told her that even though neither of us are into spicy margaritas, I knew she'd love it and I was right! Every margarita was delicious. I also ordered the lavender lemonade, which was refreshing and just as good. Ghost Ranch never seems to miss when it comes to drinks. Potato tacos! Another must have My friend ordered the Aztec Cake and insisted I'd regret not getting it. She was absolutely right. It was bomb and Torrance offered us a side of chips .TY. I ordered the short rib. It was flavorful, tender, and filling, with lots of garlic and savory flavor. I'm not sure if short rib is just not my thing, but it didn't wow me the way the Aztec Cake did. I warmed it up later and it was delicious a second time so no complaints. Excellent service, delicious drinks, and a fun way to spend the Fourth. We'll definitely be back!

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    Aztec cake  Top sirloin taco plate
    Aztec cake Top sirloin taco plate
    Coctel de Camarón
    Coctel de Camarón
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    Mexico Magico

    Mexico Magico

    4.5
    (92 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    First time here and glad I popped in. I've passed it before but had never tried and saw most…read morereviews were good as well. Came here for lunch! Good was so good I dint get to snap a photo. I ordered the tuna tostada and a small side of rice. Both were packed with flavor! Cute spot with artwork around Next time I come I want to try the drinks here! My server was Jeny and she was nice. This place looks like it gets busy also loved that they had the World Cup match playing on the TVs. I will return!

    We arrived a little before 7pm on a Tuesday and were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant…read morewas about 30% full. From researching on Yelp I learned this place specializes in Baja Mexican food, seafood and we were looking for a place that served ceviche. Bingo! We ordered the Torro de Mariscos to share, a seafood tower consisting of shrimp ceviche, cooked shrimp, octopus, squid, aguachile, avocado, cucumber, red onion, topped with a tomato sauce. Enjoy on cracker or corn chips. We were hungry and started eating on arrival, so my picture is post tower demolition. Hehe Checkout the menu for a picture of the tower presentation. I had a similar dish last time I was in San Carlos deep sea fishing and this was right there on flavor and freshness! Very comfortable atmosphere with bright color mural paintings and mariachi music playing in the background gave the feeling that I was in Mexico! Afterwards I learned that the owner is from San Carlos! Wow! Small world! We will be back! Highly recommended for Baja Mexican food!

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    Coctel especial
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