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    El Tapatio Restaurant

    3.6 (131 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    16. Three Taquitos Rancheros
    Virginia T.

    We go here often. Authentic atmosphere. Great food! Friendly staff and yummy margaritas!!

    Taco take out
    Anthony A.

    We were in the area and just wanted a quick snack. I ordered the three taco deal togo. They whipped it up in 10 minutes and we were to be on our way. Ooops. I had to ask for napkins and utensils after spending $18 and $2 tip? Then they only put one fork in the bag and two napkins when I told them I was eating in the car. Bad service. The tacos were bland. No flavor at all. We ended up tossing at least 50% of it away. Next time I will keep rolling to another spot.

    Veggie Fajitas
    Christopher P.

    This place absolutely does not deserve the low ratings it has. Great service, wonderful ambience and delicious food. My partner and I had vegetarian options (veggie burrito and the veggie fajitas) and were both very happy with our selections. Lots of food too for the money. We will definitely be back.

    Chips and salsa on the table as soon as you sit.
    Arissa L.

    Best Mexican food in and around Portland. Service is amazing every single time! They have good a/c for these hot days and great seating. I moved to N Portland and still go out of my way to come here.

    Pollo a la Crema, strawberry margarita
    Alexa A.

    Definitely my favorite sit down Mexican restaurant. I've never had a bad experience here. The pollo a la crema is my go to!

    Lovely seating options.
    Sandra C.

    Beyond friendly service...and not the fake friendly, but real deal authentic and timely. Delicious food, really good margaritas (at very reasonable prices). The salsa is yummy - get lots!! And everything we got tasted super fresh and delicious. Cannot wait to visit again.

    Chalupa and enchilada platter
    Steven B.

    My dinner, Chalupa and Enchilada Platter, did not rate up there with my favorite Mexican restaurant servings in the past however I found my dinner to be decent enough and there was nothing wrong with anything. My first inclination was to give a 3 star rating but after comparing my experience to other comparable Mexican restaurants I have been to, and that's a lot, I really feel inclined to give them 4 stars. The apparent quality of the ingredients and the preparation of the food really rose above many other places. It tasted just fine. Nothing swimming in grease or oil. The portion for the price was very fair and the service was prompt, extremely gracious and friendly. I would have been happier if my food was hotter....

    Trio Fajitas
    Vivian F.

    I am pleasantly surprised by how good this place is. I had a craving for fajitas and placed an order for pickup. I got the trio fajitas, jalapeño poppers, and churros. The meal was ready in about 25mins, was packaged so nice and securely and reasonable priced. Let me tell you the fajitas were delish! Huge prawns, lots of tender streak, and juicy chicken. They even packaged all the toppings securely too. The poppers weren't actually jalapeños but bell peppers instead which was kinda bummer but still yummy and the churros were so delicious I stuffed 2 of them down even tho I could hardly breath from being so full already. I will be coming back here again for the huge portions and well priced meals.

    DELICIOUS! Combo fajitas for two comes with two orders of sides and choice of tortillas. And an ala carte cheese Enchilada.

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    Best Mexican restaurant I've been too. 10/10 service. Super friendly and fire food. Highly recommend to anyone in the area.

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    It's a Portland staple. Nothing too exciting. It's not amazing but it does the deed. The service is wonderful and the salsa and chips rock.

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    Amazing Mexican food!!! Great service and nice atmosphere! I love their crab enchiladas!

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    Great service and the food was good. Like their mole dish and salsa is kinda spicy and fresh

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    Amazing came from Los Angeles and love this places highly recommend if you re traveling

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    Taqueria Los Puñales - Charming decor, inside and out

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    Inside aesthetic

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    Inside the space

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