Family run very friendly, YET, carne asada burrito was thinner than a runway model. Very little lettuce or tomato. I've seen muddy water thicker than the refried beans. Very disappointed in the quality or quantity. Try the Mexican restaurant next to Elite Realty on 3rd street instead. read more

If you're looking for an at home atmosphere, this is the place to go. From start to finish the staff is so friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is outstanding. I always get the soft shell tacos because I just signed them so delicious everything has so much flavor to it and the prices are so reasonable. read more

Their Chile Relleno was excellent and their Rice was delicious with beans no Horchata and Chips tasted a little greasy otherwise I would give them a five.Servic3 excellent Atmosphere nice read more

Authentic Mexican! Best Mexican food in the area, proves you don't need to be in a Mexico to get an authentic taste of Mexico!

the food was good, portions were big, checked in on us regularly. the bathrooms were also very clean

Great friendly service! Authentic Mexican food. We are a family of 4 visiting from Chicago. Catalina from the Cody Hotel at Cody recommended this restaurant to us. We had the two cheese quesadillas for appetizer, the tacos al carbon with rice, beans and guacamole as well as the Beto's special. The shrimp and the breaded chicken breast were a little salty, but Everything else was delicious. The molcajete salsa was a plus! Very friendly atmosphere. Thank you! read more

So first time I ate here was maybe 5 months ago. The food was mediocre and I left smelling like grease. Decided to try it again this week. You know, give it a second chance. An older lady came and asked us what we were ordering. She said the kitchen is closing. She never even said hi. Made us feel very unwelcome, like we were an inconvenience. We had beans, Chile relleno, beef enchilada, beef tostada and a beef burrito. The chile relleno had " cheddar" inside, totally not the usual cheese for a chile relleno. It was covered in a really odd sauce. I couldn't finish eating it. The beans had maybe a 1/2 tablespoon of grated cheddar in a tiny pile. Not much to say. They were refried beans. The 3 beef items had a flavor that was odd. We both noticed it. We couldn't pinpoint the spice but it's nothing familiar. It was not a pleasing taste. We have eaten at a ton of Mexican places and have never tasted that flavor before. Fast forward to the register. I asked for the total. The ticket was handwritten and she never handed it me. We were definitely charged for more than we ordered but couldn't read it other than to see more items listed. Maybe there was a charge for chips and salsa?? So yeah. Unpleasant servers, unappealing food, random extra charge?? And leaving smelling like grease again. We won't be back. Definitely not authentic Mexican food. They don't even live up to good Americanized Mexican food. read more

Fairly good Mexican for northern WY, lovely service, their sauces could use a little heat. Love that there is no meat in the beans or sauces! read more

Great food, everyone works very hard, service was awesome a very pleasant experience!

Best Mexican food I've found yet, thanks to my Sis. The restaurant was cozy. Decor & ambiance was authentic & wonderfully colorful. Service was impeccable, wait staff very knowledgeable & friendly. Food was served quickly, was hot enough to burn the roof of your mouth & there was enough on the plate to feed at least 2 people. So there were left overs for dinner. This place gets up!! **Highly Recommend read more

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We have gone to this restaurant ever since I was a kid, and even during the quarantine this food has been awesome! Classic Mexican cuisine that you'll enjoy over and over again. I really like their carne asada quesadilla and carnitas! read more

My wife said her chicken and the ground beef tacos had no flavor (they didn't have shredded beef). My carne asada was under cooked (NOT ASADA (SEARED) AT ALL) and had no flavor. I substitute carne asada for pork in my huevos rancheros and (without telling me) the price went from $10 to $18. The Spanish rice and the corn tortillas were good. The refried beans, chips and salsa were just ok. We won't be going back. read more

Have eaten several times and they have never gotten the order right once. 3 stars because the service was good.

The Good: Best Mexican food I've ever had. The margaritas are awesome! The service is FAST and efficient! Best of all, The food is consistently good!!! And it's family-owned by hardworking, friendly folks. The restaurant is always clean -- and always packed (quite a feat in Wyoming). The Bad: Nothing! The Food: A little challenging to find veggie options, but I figured it out after a few visits and order sides -- a guacamole tostada, rice, and sometimes a quesadilla. The rice is yummy but to spice it up I get extra salsa and pour it on the rice, it's delicious. The guac tostada is also delicious with a generous amount of guacamole, and the quesadillas are always crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. My boyfriend gets the tamales and loves them. The Service: Fast, efficient, friendly. They has been there for twenty years and the family and employees are true restaurant professionals. They clean tables super fast, easily accommodate large groups, and they are always busy--when they're open (they're closed 3-5 PM between lunch & dinner and are closed Sundays--they're family-owned and family-oriented!) Overall: Recommended!! If you're in northern Wyoming, eat at El Tap! There's not a lot of restaurants in Wyoming, and almost zero decent ones. So we ended up going there a lot---like everyone else in town! It's no secret in Powell, El Tapatio is THE place to go for a solid, tasty, affordable meal & marg! BEST Mexican food I've ever had! read more

El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant - Delicious rice, guacamole tostada, quesadilla, and a marg! - Mexican Near Me - Powell, Wyoming

I may be a vanilla dude and not know much about Hispanic food, but this place is top notch! The staff are very friendly and the food is great. I've been attending this business since it opened and my experiences have been nothing but amazing. This establishment is the backbone of this community. read more

El Tapatio Mexican restaurant is a local favorite! The staff is friendly and kind. I could fill up on chips and salsa alone, but they have a vast menu of amazing options to choose from. Every time I choose something different and I have never been disappointed! They not only provide great food, but speedy service making this a lunch time favorite. You will not leave hungry. The prices are very reasonable. Highly recommended. read more

We are visiting Wyoming from Southern California. The Mexican food we've become accustomed to, however, does not compare to El Tapatio. We were unimpressed with the salsa that tasted like spicy marinara sauce and the chili verde sauce that wasn't green... On the plus side, the restaurant was clean and they quickly accommodated our large party. Their staff was very kind and friendly, too. Overall, a pleasant atmosphere, but we probably won't be back. read more

Overpriced and awful. I have eaten there 3 times and still was not happy with the food. The service was great, but the portions were very small and the taste was below average and bland. read more

Good place to eat and fast friendly service. Prices are also decent. Family friendly place and also a family owned and run business.

My favorite Mexican restaurant! Mexican hamburger steak with green chili, fajitas, adobada, served by friendly knowledgeable family. I told the owner (Berto) if I get a choice for a last meal ,it will be at El Tapatio. read more

Love this place. Food & Owners are amazing!! They even have curbside delivery during pandemic.

El Tapatio is one of the finest restaurants we have ever had the pleasure of being served. The wait staff are amazing and treat you as family. The menu is very well done with many choices of Mexican cuisine. But even if Mexican food is not your thing, they hamburger/cheeseburger and fries are the best we have ever eaten. We will eat there as often as possible. read more

The menu has a wide variety of authentic options, fresh tortilla chips and salsa served complimentary when you arrive. Food is made-to-order and always arrives hot and fresh, and service is normally top notch. Great lunch option for a real meal, we get in and out in about 40 minutes. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE. It's my favorite restaurant of all time, and any time I can stop in and eat I do. The salsa is to die for and the food is just fantastic. Every-time I'm away from home for long, I always find myself wishing I could go eat at El Tap. The servers are great and I've always gotten my food back fast, no matter how busy. The atmosphere is great. Food is great. Really, everything about this place is just great! read more

El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant (El Tap's, for short) is the best Mexican restaurant in the Big Horn Basin of Wyoming. Open for lunch and dinner, it has a wide-ranging menu, is reasonably priced, and enjoys a casual, warm atmosphere. This is the real deal. Although I eat there weekly, one of my favorite times of the year to eat at El Tap's is around college holidays, because the restaurant fills up with families and their returned college students--all of whom insist that eating at El Tap's is the first thing they want to do when they get back to Powell. read more

That's three stars based upon all things considered. Of the two servers, one only spoke broken Spanish but she had a nice smile. The cheese enchiladas were ok. The combo plate the same. First order of chips came with lunch and the salsa was very weak. read more

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Been coming here over 20 years and the food and service has remained consistent ever since ... Average! It's brown, hot, mild and nothing to write home about but it fills the tank (assuming gas is what you're after). I'll continue to go on occasion but doubt it will ever be better or that they will smile and learn my first name but it will likely not be horrible either. I make better food at home but when "ok" is good enough, they deliver ... (Well not to your door, but you get the idea). read more

Outstanding authentic Mexican food. The family owned restaurant serves more than a meal. I feel as though I am part of their family when I set down. I highly recommend the shrimp fajitas. The only drawback is that they are really busy during lunch. I usually try to get there around 1130 or wait until after 1 pm read more

First a disclaimer: I love Mexican food. I've been coming here once a week for a long time. Every Mexican restaurant prepares their dishes a bit differently, so I decided to start down the left side of the menu, trying the next item each week. I have not found one item that I don't like. I do prefer some better others (not a fan of fish or shrimp) but that's just me, not the food preparation. This restaurant is family owned and operated. Great people! Service is fast and friendly, orders come out quickly, and the food delicious (and large potions). If you like Mexican food, give El Tapatio a shot. You won't be disappointed. read more

Best Mexican food in town, if not in the state. El Tap is my friends and I's weekly lunch spot. There are so many options for food and for desserts, the churros are to die for. My usual order is a chicken enchilada with rice. Delicious! The servings are plenty and filling. The service is impeccable as well. They are there to serve you and make sure your needs are fulfilled. The pricing is reasonable as well. The only complaint on that is that an extra sour cream is a dollar. A little steep for another table spoon of sour cream. Chips and salsa is the highlight of the meal. (Besides the actual food of course!) the chips are warm and perfectly salted and the salsa is homemade. So good. 5 stars and more for the best restaurant in Powell Wyoming. read more

It might be the best Mexican food in Wyoming, but if you've ever been outside Wyoming you've had better.

Excellent place for a night out. The food is excellent and the service is fantastic! If you want authentic Mexican food, this is the place for you. read more

The food was very good, but I have never been treated like a second class citizen in a Mexican Restaurant! I came in from Idaho for a visit and thought I would try this restaurant, NEVER AGAIN! The food was dropped off and we were never thought of again. There was not even a 'thank you' after we paid. Never again! read more

Great authentic Mexican food at a great price. Service was friendly and quick. If your passing through Powell, this is the place to eat!!

Our Thursday night spot for so many years now that we can't remember NOT being there. Great food. Great people. Great service. We love El Tap! read more

Unfortunately the gentleman who took our order did not translate it to the cook because a bean burrito does not a chile relleno make. Also, big difference between pollo y carne, which again is as mixed up on my enchiladas. However, at least it was of the same course variety (unlike the relleno). We were not able to address the food concern due to the waiter never returning to ask about the meal. The food we did receive was adequate and tasted pretty good warm. read more

This is some of the best and most authentic Mexican food you will find in this area. The staff is super friendly, the service is fast and the food is great. The green chile sauce is amazing!! read more

Great service & food! They handled my special request,-no problem! And it was delicious!

Pretty good place! I ordered the beef chimichanga and it's ground beef, not the shredded (as most places). It would have been excellent if the traditional shredded beef. Just an FYI. The wait staff are great! You seat yourself, so don't stand there at the door like we did. Lol Pretty decent prices. read more

I love coming here! The service is usually decent. I can never stray away from my favorite dish, the grilled shrimp. DELICIOUS!! For dessert I always order flan. That never fails either! During lunch and dinner rush time, it's ALWAYS busy!! The best time to go is right before the dinner rush hits. read more