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    El Vecino

    4.3 (404 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex, Mexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    EL VECINO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Guy H.

    I'm not sure how many times I've been here but, thought I'd update for two reasons. 1. Thank you to the family that is there selflessly delivering their loving offering to patrons. Truely an endangered commitment these days. 2. To inform those unaware of El Vecino that they are missing out. It's superior Tex Mex. My Mexican Side Car and Big Johns platter was enough to send me into Sunday afternoon happiness. I recommend you visit asap.

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    Bonnie W.

    Quality food but can be lacking in flavor. The salsa was good but the Mexican lasagna was bland and needed spice, acidity, anything to add more flavor Service is excellent! And its a fun place to be, they have a full bar with seating.

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    Kelley H.

    Great authentic Mexican restaurant tucked into the neighborhood area. We went on a Friday night, there was a 30 min wait but we were able to get a drink from the bar and sit and wait and time flew. The service and staff were all really friendly. The food came really quickly. I ordered the Taco Salad and loved it. It was very flavorful and it didn't need the dressing. My drink was the Sangria Margarita and it was so good ! Overall great little spot to support. Will be going again!

    I had the scrumptious crab enchiladas with charro beans, guacamole and a top shelf margarita! So great! I'm fortunate to live close to this gem!

    Charley's Choice
    Marie N.

    The food, ambience and service overdelivers! The portions are just right, with the right amount of flavors throughout each dish. Our party gobbled up the chips and salsas which were perfection. Be sure to order a side of queso, it does not disappoint. Looking forward to our next dine out to try some of the other dishes. There are plenty of options to try from.

    Mole chicken
    Dipesh P.

    Just left a Saturday family lunch here and I don't think I could have even imagined a better family weekend late lunch. We came with our little ones in tow and the restaurant was pretty packed on a random Saturday at 1pm. We were quickly seated and opted for some draft beers, a margarita, and some guacamole. We got the chicken mole, spinach enchiladas, combination fajitas, and a chicken quesadilla. All the food was delicious but the service was next level. Our server couldn't have been nicer and she even overheard us speaking about a birthday and we got a full birthday celebration by what felt like the entire restaurant staff!! The green salsa served at the table is super tasty and has some heat kick. The red salsa they serve is also super tasty. The steak fajitas were super moist and tasty. Even the chicken fajitas had on point flavor. We will definitely be bask!!

    The menu, freshly made chips, sauces
    Sheilicha S.

    Overall this spot was just okay. I give them a 6 outta ten. The hospitality, service, and friendliness of the staff is welcoming. Not really sure if I'll return though. All Mexican restaurants aren't for everyone.

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    Evelyn R.

    This place is awesome. The employees are very helpful, atmosphere is inviting, decor is nice. I would definitely recommend. We had the sampler platter which had a little bit of everything and it was really good. My bf had the fajitas and I had the shrimp tacos. He was raving about how flavorful and soft the meat was and my shrimp tacos were very good as well. Our server, Arlene, always had a smile and was attentive and just positive. She checked on us constantly and made us feel welcome. Overall we had a great time.

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    The food and service is excellent! "Margies" are the best! Will be visiting again soon!

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    Really good Mexican food and decent margs. It's better than other nearby classic TexMex places.

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    Great customer service. Everyone was friendly and attentive. The food came out quick and was pretty good. Would come back.

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    Ask the Community - El Vecino

    What's the happy hour time and specials?

    3-6pm M-F, $5 margaritas

    Does El Vecino have any gluten free options? Are the chips okay or friend in the same oil as chimichangas, etc.?

    Do we need reservations for 2 around 6:00 on a Saturday night?

    I don't think so but with Father's Day weekend may not be a bad idea.

    Happy Hour info? I'd like to try this place out. And sample several drinks.

    Monday-Friday - 3 to 6

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    Our friends found this spot and it was such a great find! The vibe is amazing, nice decor, great…read moremusic, good service. We hung out comfortably and had a couple of drinks before heading out. The food is amazing!! Obviously every dish is meat based here and it's cooked to perfection. Seasoned deliciously and very tender. The garlic mashed potatoes were smooth and tasty. We also ordered Chicharrónes and guac. I'll admit I was very skeptical about The Chicharrónes because they're either cooked right or they're not. They got it down here. Everything was cooked exceptionally well and delicious. 10/10 recommend. Food and drinks are great!

    The short of it--food was fine, but certainly felt overpriced for what we ate…read more Long of it--Sat outside and it was nice. Here in Texas, chips and salsa are such a commonplace experience it's off-putting to pay for them. We ordered the guacamole and the chips and salsa come with it, so that was, I guess, better...but the guacamole was $16, so there's that. The salsa was tasty as was the guacamole, but again, for the portion it's really not worth it. We had the queso flameado, which was yummy and the flour tortillas are good! We split the sirloin and were underwhelmed. For a grilled meats place the steak was very under seasoned and wasn't giving us fresh hot grilled vibes. Meh at best, as were the rice and beans. We ordered elote as a side and it was really the best thing we ate. Service was friendly and efficient! Cocktails average $16ish. Again, for the prices we expected better.

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    4.5(244 reviews)
    7.4 miDesign District

    Came in on a whim on a Friday night around 9pm with no reservation. We were instantly taken aback…read moreby the ambiance here. My wife and I agreed it felt like we were back in Mexico City. Chris our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took his time walking us through the menu and explaining what made El Carlos Elegante so special. The drinks were perfect. My wife loved her Desert Flor while I thoroughly enjoyed my Modelo Micheleda. Her Surf and Turf one hitter was exceptional. I have to say my Crab Cake was just ok. It tasted a little pasty and very heavy on the bread. The Pulpo was absolutely amazing. Perfect texture and the sauce it was served almost had me licking the plate. The El Machete was incredible from its presentation, to the freshness of the corn tortilla, to the quality of the meat inside. Definitely recommend this. We really liked our Okra + Shishito course, we just wished it had more okra in it. The two things I loved about the Al Pastor was of course the sauce it was served on but the fact that I got to enjoy it like a steak. It was served sliced on a bias like flank steak. Typically Al Pastor is finely chopped and served in tacos and burritos, so this was a different eating experience for me. And of course it was delicious as well. We cannot wait to come back and try more of the menu.

    Moody lighting. Hand-pressed masa. Wood-fired everything…read more El Carlos Elegante delivers modern Mexican cuisine with depth, intention, and serious flavor. From the "one hitters" that wake up your palate to the mezcal-forward cocktails and flame-kissed mains, every dish feels thoughtful and layered. Service was excellent, our server recommended a tasting menu that did not disappoint and was very knowledgeable on every item. This is the kind of spot you book for a date night... and end up planning your next visit before dessert hits the table.

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