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    El Tapatio

    3.4 (110 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Genevere S.

    Stopped in after many years on a Saturday mid day and it was pretty only 2 other tables. Our waitress was very helpful and friendly. But the food was not what I remember. It was flavorless and not as described on the menu. Someone at my table ordered the flank steak and for another cut of meat. It was small and tough to eat and no flavor. The chimichanga I ordered was dry and barely had any cheese on top as it's supposed to. The fajitas did not come out sizzling as it states on the menu and as it always does every other Mexican place Ive order fajitas from. Definitely has decreased in food quality from the prettiness I visited. I won't be visiting again.

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    Stephanie R.

    Went for lunch today with family after a long day at the farmers market and I was very surprised by how down service was. A few years ago this restaurant had all the tables full and now it was empty with just a few tables on a Saturday but I can definitely see why. The food quality has decreased and it not high quality as it was before. I ordered the carne asada which on the menu it states "flank steak" but when I received my order the cut of meat was not flank steak. It was definitely a different cut of meat. The meat was tough and shaped round. I asked the manager and she said it's the same cut of meat they always serve with that meal but I am very knowledgeable with cuts of meats and I can confirm that was not flank steak and they are selling meats that are not what they say it is. I was very disappointed as this used to be one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. I was shocked to see how empty it was for a Saturday but I can see why sales have gone down.

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    Shelby W.

    2 stars for El Tapatio, I honestly won't be back unless a lot changes and I don't think it will. Located in Hunters Creek is this Mexican restaurant. Soon as I walk in there is no hostess and it's dead inside, mind you I came on a Friday around 5pm. After waiting for a while for a hostess, I realized that no one spoke English, now usually this isn't an issue as long as we can somewhat communicate on ordering but unfortunately that was an issue. I sat down and asked for a passion fruit margarita and the lady who didn't speak English didn't understand, I pointed in the menu and kept saying "dragonfruit" and I'm like "no" and it was back and forth for a while, she kept coming back and asking "dragon fruit" and it was getting pretty frustrating. She finally brought me something and it was fine, not the greatest but fine. For the entree I got steak enchilada with yellow rice and refried beans. The rice and beans tasted good but the enchilada barely had cheese on top and the steak inside was gross, tasted like super cooked steak and just wasn't great. Not a fan of this place.

    Nachos Supreme
    Tiffany B.

    My friends had been raving about this spot for a while so I was very excited to check it out. The restaurant was so cool and uniquely decorated (I need that tequila floor in my home now lol), the service was great, and the food was good. I ordered the passionfruit margarita which wasn't very passionfruit-y but still good, the quesadilla I ordered was huge but needed a little bit more seasoning/flavor, the rice was delicious, and the fries were okay. The show stopper was definitely the nachos and the chips and salsa were also pretty good. Next time, I'll definitely try something new!

    Passion fruit margarita
    Eliany T.

    This place is a SOLID 4 stars ! If you want a typical Mexican dinner where flavors are authentic AND the portion sizes are HUGE-- this place is for you! This is your typical place where you don't want to dress up and feeling like grabbing dinner after a long day at work. Every time I come here the flavors are fresh and perfect. It's definitely NOT Tex-Mex. Be prepared to be greeted happily in Spanish and be serenaded by Mariachi while enjoying chips & salsa on the house ! Still one of the few places that offer this ! Low maintenance - great time The carne asada is always cooked so good too! Their hot sauce (you can ask for) on the side is also soooo delicious!!!

    Quesa Fundido

    I have been here many times. Service fantastic, prices greatly increased. Had the chicken soup tasty but tiny bowl for $10.99, prices had gone up a lot.

    Steak fajitas
    Meredith B.

    My family and I came in on a Sunday afternoon. The restaurant was busy and fairly crowded. We were a party of six. Everyone enjoyed their food. Our server was young and very inexperienced but nice. I would give this place a try the food is good and came out hot and fresh. I just feel all the servers are too young and when they are not serving they huddle up near the bar and gossip. My server didn't clear up the dishes after dinner and no refills.

    Kera P.

    It's been a while since we dined here. They have updated the inside, it's much more brighter with the improved lighting. The food is still really good. You get a good portion size of food. When you sit down you are brought over chips and salsa. The salsa has good flavor, it's a bit on the thinner side for me but still good. Drinks were well made. I asked for a skinny Margarita. It was strong!!! It was also a bit tart but I enjoyed it. Hubby ordered a Michelada. He said it was one of the more flavorful ones he has had. I wanted Birria but they don't have that on the menu so I ordered chicken fajitas. You get a lot!!! Hubby ordered the shrimp quesadilla, it was large and had a lot of shrimp! Food came out quick. It was very busy and the mariachi band was also very good!!

    This is "fajitas". Have not ever seen fajitas cut up into little pieces.
    Cinde W.

    Not gonna lie....it was horrible. Worst "Mexican" food we've ever had. See pictures for reference. Totally inedible.

    Sangria, chips and salsa, beef enchiladas, refried beans and Mexican rice with tomatillo sauce on the side.

    Upon arrival, no hosts were present. Went to the bar, the bartender was speaking with friends so I waited a little bit before she noticed me. While she was friendly, she didn't really speak English which is disappointing when trying to ask questions. The restaurant was pretty clean with nice decor giving a Mexican appeal. The food surprisingly was very good, large portions and flavorful. That would be the only reason I'd return.

    Riunite margarita, modelo draft, Chips & Salsa
    Aidilyn G.

    Decided to stop in for dinner and we were not disappointed with our choice. The restaurant is so beautifully decorated with different Mexican decor, bright and vibrant. We were immediately greeted as we walked in, we opted to sit at the bar. Bartenders and our server were attentive and helpful. I did order a riunite margarita and it was originally served half full (never seen it done that way), I asked the bartender to fill it up just a little more with frozen which was not an issue. The food was great quality, and the price for everything we got was honestly amazing. We ordered the queso dip for our appetizer, so good. For dinner we ordered quesadilla Cancun (shrimp) and carne asada, everything was so flavorful.

    Lauren S.

    This place blew us away ! The atmosphere was so nice! It felt like we were back home and the food was next level ! The taste was so authentic ! And the lady waitress was so fluent in Spanish that she was able to communicate with my dad very well and get his order perfectly!! I wish I could've taken food with me on the plane it was so good

    Hannah D.

    Food is very good. Service is OK. There is a little bit language barrier. A lot of space very nice decor.

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    The shredded chicken quesadilla and fajitas are delicious! Also the queso dip! Definitely a family favorite

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