Every time I travel to the area I pass this restaurant and say, "I need to try this place." Finally…read moregot the chance to try it, and I don't know if the built up anticipation caused me to expect more or the restaurant just didn't meet some minimum standards. The host who sat us was friendly enough. The restaurant is spacious with the expected Mexican decorations. Our table was not clean, and the host didn't notice. I asked the next person who came by to clean it, and she was happy to do it. It gave me hope that this was a minor issue, and we'd enjoy the rest. Unfortunately, it was the least of the issues. The server kept forgetting things we asked for and disappeared. We never got a refill on anything. He came back and apologized, but it seemed disingenuous. We were happy to leave, and unfortunately, we might not return - at least until we forget about this experience. Like: Quesadilla (flavorful steak, but one side did not have any on it); cheese dip (didn't get a refill on chips) Dislike: Hawaiian fajitas (great flavor; steak was tough with gristles); service (kept forgetting things, didn't refill anything, disappeared)

Arrived and were seated immediately. The booth was very cramped ... but we made it work…read more The restaurant was decorated in a typical Mexican restaurant way with bold colors and items from Mexican places around strategically. The menu was disappointing kind of big but it was a more Americanized version of Mexican food and I was looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant for dinner. The photos of the food are of more authentic dishes, but when you come in, read the descriptions on the items you realize that the owners have pretty much designed or reimagined all the dishes but for an more American target audience - not a bad thing for them but not the experience I wanted. I order the flautas (rolled tacos) 4 came with the order, guac & sour cream plus lettuce and tomato (I asked for them to leave that off I wasn't going to eat it anyway) no rice or beans I had to order that extra (‍) My son ordered a French fry appetizer My mom a chicken & steak plate. The chips & salsa were ok. Salsa lacked any real spice or flavor it tasted like tomato and oregano. I didn't have any. I ordered an horchata & it was fresh & delicious & the mug it came in was also pretty cool looking. My son really enjoyed his fried zero complaints there they had queso, chorizo & pico on them. My mom enjoyed her plate as well. My food was "ok" the meat in my flautas lacked seasoning & they were extremely greasy. The guacamole was tasteless & looked very unappealing so I didn't eat that, the rice & beans were very good delicious actually, the rice was probably my favorite part of my meal. Overall good definitely not terrible just not terribly authentic maybe somewhere in the middle.

Eat here the other day for the 1st time, everything was delicious…read more We had the #10 Fajita mix, the #8 tacos and also an order fries, the fries were hand cut to order... If you have been here you must give it a try... I'm glad we did!

If you're looking for good authentic food this place is a must. I had the caldo de res and it was…read morereally good. Bowl was big and it came with tortillas. Very filling and perfect for a cool day. My husband and father in law had the grill chicken breast and they both enjoyed it all. My mother in law had the skirt steak and she loved it. They had a kids menu as well . My kids opted for chicken tenders and dries and cheese quesadilla with fries. My group also had smoothies and agua fresca. We all enjoyed our meal. Great location with parking and great staff.

In town for a new Auburn admission and this place is near our hotel. Great food! Enchiladas are…read moreamazing! Great LIVE music and super nice waiters! Priced perfect for "Tex mex". Definitely recommend!

Okay I loved El Patron. Like I looked so forward to eating there when we passed by on our way to…read moreLake Martin. We just went 11/29 at about 6:00 and I just don't know what happened to my favorite Mexican restaurant. I'm just so sad and disappointed!! Was it from the recent closing and reopening that things had to change? I just don't know. So when we walked in, it smelled of Fabuloso cleaning product. Why do Mexican restaurants use Fabuloso at all to clean?? Like I knew I would be tasting that while I ate, and I was right. That's all I could smell and taste. Next the table was crusty. They came to clean and what a surprise, Fabuloso. Food was okay. My meat wasn't really hot. The tortilla chips tasted of rank oil. Like the oil they cook the chips in needs to be changed. We didn't even finish the basket and we can eat some chips and salsa. My husband went to the bathroom and he said the bathroom was disgusting. They clearly didn't use the Fabuloso in there. We were in and out in 30 mins. It was the most disappointing meal. Also did take my meat home and when I got home my whole bag and napkins smelled like Fabuloso. I ended up trashing the whole meal. I don't know if I'll go back after this. I'm so sad because I loved this place. And if you're a Mexican restaurant owner, stop using Fabuloso to clean.

Great little Mexican restaurant in downtown Opelika! On another tennis trip....... Needing a quick…read moremeal. Mexican is always fast and easy. Who doesn't love Mexican? I got the Fajitas and loved them!! My littles got chicken and rice with cheese and enjoyed it. The dish came out with an orchid flower on the side. It was beautiful. People are so picky with their chips and dip. I liked theirs but my husband did not. I love spice. The salsa is spicy! I will definitely come here again next time we are in town! The restaurant is nicely decorated and you may be lucky enough to get a view of the train as it passes through downtown!! My littles loved it!

The California Burrito was stuffed with steak, shrimp, and chicken as protein. The rice, red onions…read moreand cilantro added flavor. The margarita was light and crisp.

I was genuinely impressed with this place. I was in town on business and did not want fast food, so…read moreI settled on this place once I noticed the full parking lot. I figured if all those people were there, there must be a good reason why. And, that there was! It isn't the best Mexican food I have ever had, but it was definitely on a higher level than most of your hometown Mexican joints. The cheese dip was basic, but the margaritas were big on size and taste! I ended up settling on the sopes for my meal and again, I was not disappointed. The variety of meat and beans were piled high on each of them. They were hot and super tasty! Overall, I am glad I stumbled upon this place and if in the area again, I will swing in for a marg and a sopes!

We came for a business trip to Opelika this weekend. We craved Mexican as is one of our favorite…read morefoods. We found Durango; great place, nice environment but most importantly, great authentic Mexican food, clean, well decorated. Personnel absolutely courteous. We highly recommend this place.

This is the spot in town for tacos! The employees are…read moregenuine and authentic, family focussed business. Second time here in two months about to become a regular.

A casual eatery with very kind staff and excellent service. I got a barbacoa street taco and a…read moreGordita with chorizo. The meat was so tender and flavorful. The Gordita was packed with chorizo. The self serve salsa bar has so many different delicious salsas.

Just had the best chimichanga in the known civilized world. Seriously, tell yo mama and them…read more Perla hooked me up! Update: took the leftovers home, just smashed them two hours later. Yep, tell all the mamas about them.

The tacos were amazing! I popped in for a light lunch and only ordered two tacos, grilled chicken…read moreand carnitas. The tortillas were house made and perfect. The grilled chicken was hot and juicy and came served with onion and cilantro. The carnitas was slightly dry and I would not order that again. I had red sauce and verde and both were house made and excellent. Chips and red sauce were served complementary. I do not think the chips were house made. I will definitely be returning!

It was an excellent breakfast. Eggs cooked perfect, salsa delicious and very picturesque perfect…read morepresentation. Will be back.

I was so excited to see this restaurant was open for breakfast. The menu is massive and varied. I…read morehave included photos. The inside of the restaurant is super cute and clean, and the staff were friendly. Everything we ordered was fantastic. All the sauces had layers of flavor, and I appreciated that nothing tasted like it was just covered in salt. Each plate had little extra details - pickled onions, fresh avocado or herbs, rip berries - that made them special. The portions were large. We will definitely go back and try lunch.

Order was wrong and no one wanted to fix it. They said "oh well I can't take it back" and tried…read moremaking me pay for something I didn't order. Food was not good kids quesadilla was hard. The beans were whole beans. I've never seen them like that at a Mexican restaurant.

Oh wow this is a gem. While they have been limited by…read moreroad construction and covid, their food remains some of the best Mexican fare we have ever had. The shrimp dip and steak chimichangas are AMAZING.

This place was like an all in one super market, restaurant, bodega. Super cool, I liked the vibes,…read morestaff was friendly. But I don't believe it was the cleanest place because I walked to the back to wash my hands I noticed the chef handling my tacos with his bare hands (side note I had a terrible case of the shits when I got home). I know not everyone uses gloves behind kitchen doors but I'm not sure the last time he washed his hands. That glove stuff surprisingly doesn't bother me as much as it should, because behind closed doors no one knows what goes on. The tacos were cool though I ate 1 and a half of my three. The sauces were laid out on the side to add additional topping besides onion and cilantro. The verde sauce was underwhelming but being that I was on a road trip, I did enjoy my corn seemingly authentic tacos. My biggest objection, like I said would be the fact that I almost crapped my pants shortly after consuming the food. Thanks guys, my fault for being hungry in an unknown territory. I did enjoy my Juaritos, tamarin snacks, and nick nacs from the bodega side.

Stop by a random Hispanic food spot driving to atl from fl and saw reviews were good. Chicken…read moreburrito was very good. Although it didn't have beans or rice or avacado but did Taste fresh. Must add the pickeled onion from the bar, taco just had chicken and onions and nothing else. I eat at taco stands all the time in Cali and at least they have is cilantro and tomatoes. Hopefully they will add