I'll go ahead and give El Sombrero (or "El Sombs," colloquially ) a good review. Bar what some patrons have commented, the restaurant does have its merits. Yes, the food is flavorful, and that's not because I haven't had "better" from the "big city." I have developed a sort-of litmus test for restaurants based on the sweet tea served, and their tea is good (literally and figuratively). Usually, the wait staff (unless overwhelmed by the swarms of hungry patrons at dinner hour) is fairly quick about getting around to letting you order. The menu is pretty diverse and well-described enough for one to know what's coming out of the kitchen. The food is usually out in ten to fifteen minutes, so unless you're hitting the bar or wasting time with friends, don't expect to be made to be there too long. I don't have one certain "usual" (besides the sweet tea), but of the items I order, I'm usually satisfied with what I get. One of my favorites is the Pollo Fundido, though friends of mine tend to go with the Big Burrito or the Chicken la Loma, usually a chile relleno on the side. (Don't be afraid to try other things, though. A lot of the menu items are similar to one another ingredient-wise.) As for the lack of the fifth star, the wait staff can be a little inconsistent in quality on occasion. It's nothing experience-breaking, though. After all, I keep going back. In the end, the sweet tea is still good. read more

ONE OF THE BESTTTT places around. I got the vegetarian quesadilla, it was fresh, hot and so delicious. I was thoroughly impressed with the quick, kind, thorough service. The decorations were awesome, and I do not drink, but many of my friends here do, and this is the only bar around. read more

El Sombrero - Vegetarian Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Grundy, Virginia

The food is sooo good that acp is the best thing there the customer service is amazing they are fast and great love it there me and my ole lady loves the chips and dip yummy in our tummy "that was my belly" read more

El Sombrero - Gf and chips - Mexican Near Me - Grundy, Virginia

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Steak Fajita chimichanga all the way. That's my "go to meal"... nestled in the heart of Grundy Virginiaacross from the only 3 story Walmart in existence ... yummy read more

Amazing food and even better service!! Food is always just as described on the menu, big portions, and always yummy and served hot.

As someone from Texas the last thing I thought I would ever find is good Mexican food in Grundy, Virginia. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. The salsa was very good, shrimp quesadillas were excellent, and the service was also very good. I strongly recommend this place to anyone who likes good Mexican food. read more

Love love love this place. Great workers who work extremely fast to make sure you get you food hot. Very nice place and people who work there read more

7 of us stopped for lunch - each had a different choice from the menu. I had a chimichanga - bland. The decried beans that came with it were also bland. The salsa was also not the best. I asked if they had something with a bit more spice to it and server didn't seem to understand what I was asking for - brought us more of the same. Food did come out quickly although we had to go looking for him to get drink refills. I'd pick a different place if you have the opportunity. read more

found a hair in my food. tried to pay my bill for 45 mins. sitting at the bar, 3 obnoxious idiots loud but they were served 3x in 45 mins and I was ignored. held my card in my hand, waving the bartender/server down several times. there was literally 8 people in the entire place so they weren't busy. never going back and wouldn't suggest anyone going there unless you like hair in your food and watching loud ob drunks and wait for a bill for 45 mins is what you want. Finally went and found someone to get the bill. Brought it to me and stood over my shoulder until i signed it. read more

salsa was awful food was okay service wasn't great I guess you need to write a book to leave a review

The decor is good and appealing, especially considering the fact that this restaurant is in the middle of a highway with nothing else like it for miles. The restaurant is owned and operated by people from Mexico which gave me another reason to give this restaurant a try. The food though leaves a lot to be desired as it just is bland and devoid of any taste. The refried beans had no taste and the tortilla were like paper. The fajita veggies were too oily and the chicken fajitas had too many big chunks of tomatoes. I have tasted food at chain Mexican food restaurants and well known sit down restaurants in DC and nothing tastes like this. It may be good for the people in the vicinity of the restaurant but for the "city folks" like me and my wife the food was just a bad experience. read more

absolutely outstanding food the place looks great too would try it again the food tasted very authenti!

Had a family meal here, Very fresh and yummy. I had a couple tacos and chips. they have a full bar. Loved the salsa was tasty. For sure will be back. Its big so you can bring the whole family read more

Not the best but not bad. It is the easiest place to go to in this area aside from fast food. Good service and you get your food fast. Also, keep in mind this is the only place to get alcohol in the area as well! read more

This is one of the best Mexican restaurants I've had the pleasure of dining at. No matter the time of day, my family and I have always been seated promptly. The service is GREAT! The food is AWESOME! I don't drink but they do have a full bar. My only complaint would be that the atmosphere changes on weekend evenings when the local Law School students come in. Alcohol sometimes makes people get a little loud. All in all though this place is EXCELLENT... Fajita chimichangas are mouthwatering. Sweet tea is exceptional! read more

El Sombrero - two men and a child - Mexican Near Me - Grundy, Virginia

Maybe my standard of good Mexican is too high. Recently moved here and this was not anything close to authentic. The chips tasted of old fry grease and the salsa was terrible. I got Chile Colorado. Didnt finish it because the meatvwasnt very good. The beans and rice were good. My husband got fajitas and said for what they were, they were very overpriced. read more

In Grundy for the weekend riding our UTV's and this place was by far the best we ate. Really good food, wonderful sweet tea and extra fast service. I swear our food was on the table in five minutes. read more

This place is legit yummy Mexican food. We're both got quesadillas that were good, cheese and veg. Enjoyed a beer and a small margarita. They have a vegetarian section on the menu. Large building could serve a caravan. Very colorful and tv tuned to Universo. read more

Awesome food! Wonderful decor! We actually got our food within 5 or so minutes! And what awesome food it was! Sooooo good! The workers are not overly friendly, but you could not fault the food or service! Thank you El Sombrero!! read more

The restaurant has authentic Mexican fare and is always busy it seams. A full bar with happy hour beer prices. The classic margarita (on the rocks with salted rim) was above average. The staff is very attentive. The complementary chips and salsa are fresh and tasty. The menu is extensive and reasonable priced for the quality and quantity. Recommend the fajitas as it comes on an iron pan steaming hot with plenty of sides. read more

Place is a disrespectful representation of Mexican food. If I had the option to give it no stars then I would have. Place is themed nicely but the food and service are terrible. So many options on the menu but the food all tastes and looks the same. Usually slow so the workers really find no incentive to work when people do show up. Can get a little busy on Fridays when the locals come, but overall it is a mediocre place. read more

Excellent food, very fast service, and reasonably priced. One of the best Mexican restaurants that we have found.

I found the food to be pretty typical, but enjoyable. It wasn't poor by any means, but nothing to write home about. If I could rate the service independently I would give that 4 stars. Very friendly and quick service. read more

This is our favorite Mexican restaurant!!! We actually drive over 30 minutes just to eat at this Mexican restaurant because it is excellent!!! We drive past others to get to this one!!! Out of every one my husband and I have been to, El Sombrero is the only one that has consistently fresh chips and has the absolute BEST salsa around!!! My husband loves his food spicy, and this place has never disappointed him!!! He always orders the Chili Colorado and he loves it!! I always get the Chicken Burritos and they are delicious. The waiters are attentive, courteous and never leave your drinks empty. Do yourself a favor a give El Sombrero a chance, you won't be disappointed!!! You'll even start driving out of your way to go get some awesome food, too!! read more