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    El Tapatio

    3.7 (51 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Order El Tapatio Takeout or Delivery

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Lunch portion combo fajitas
    Tex F.

    Food was good but service tonight was not. Maybe they were short handed, but we had to ask for chips and salsa as we were being asked to order mains. The fajitas were delivered first - no tortillas, guacamole or pico, no beans or rice. At least we had forks. The sides did eventually arrive. We were never checked on for refills of tea until the check was delivered. There are other Tex-mex restaurants, including other El Tapatio's in town. Will probably be going there next time.

    Service dogs are NOT allowed. Looks like my lawyer will be involved.
    Kirsten O.

    Does not allow service dogs. Has allowed my service dog in the past and the staff was very friendly. That is why I came back to this establishment. I guess I will not come back. Staff was rude this time as well.

    Brandi C.

    The salsa was delicious and so was the food. The frozen mango margarita was one of the best I've had. The carne asada was seasoned to perfection. I definitely recommend this place.

    Candace C.

    Have ate here in the past and had positive experience but not today! Margarita was terrible, when we told the waiter he just took it away without asking what was wrong with it or asking if we wanted a different drink. Friend ordered grilled shrimp with shredded cheese, they served her cold shrimp topped with cheese. Asked the waiter about the shrimp and cheese not being warm or melted so he grabbed the plate, walked off without a word or even listening to the problem then proceeded to bring back a clearly microwaved crispy cheese shrimp plate. Food was subpar today but the service was the worst part. Super disappointing.

    Regular strawberry margarita
    Stephanie K.

    The greatest and best food in Gainesville. The chips and salsa and delicious. Loved everything I've eaten here.

    Nothing. No meal. I told you I didn't want bell peppers.

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    9 years ago

    Best Mexican in Cooke county, 10/10 every time. I recommend the fajitas. Does not look like much from the outside, but it is a great place.

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    8 years ago

    Good TexMex items! Margaritas by the pitcher very reasonably priced and the friendliest staff around.

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    Service sucked. Never got any refills on drinks or chips. Food was ok. Won't stop here again.

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    The queso fundido was almost like a chorizo fajita dish (including peppers onions and mushrooms) with a lot of cheese on top - I loved it this way.

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