Ive stopped at this local favorite for many years. The food is always hot and fresh. They will…read moremake just about anything you want, just tell them. I usually get a burrito. They are huge. Plenty of food to make sure you don't leave hungry. The staff is always friendly and the place is always clean. Definitely recommend.

Love this Mexican Restaurant! Food is authentic and reasonably priced. Very clean with friendly…read morestaff. Delicious food!!

In the beginning of my first experience in coming to this restaurant was exceptional. Hostess was…read morenice and friendly. But that was in the beginning. Imagine when you receive your order and it wasn't up to par. Now mind you I reside in Marion a neighborhood within a neighborhood near West Frankfort. I'm visiting my daughter who live in WFnand i

The food is very good , the margarita was worst I've ever had , waste of money , big disappointment…read more.

Absolutely delicious Mexican food in Murphysboro. Loved it. Previous visits to the area we have…read moregone to a Mexican restaurant in Carbondale with a liquor license - thinking that that El Jalisco did not have the same. Glad to know we were wrong. Delicious margaritas - and - the quesabirria tacos? Oh my goodness - I can't get enough. SOOOO delicious. We were there with three adults and one toddler. Two of us devoured the quesabirria and could not stop raving about how delicious they were. Rick enjoyed a burrito - and the chips and salsa kept the ten month old in our party very happy. Will definitely be back on our next trip to Murphysboro. And while I love to try different dishes - the memory of that quesabirria taco has me salivating. Ohhhh - so good!

Our recent experience was very disappointing. Food came out fast but was very bland and then we…read morefound hair mixed in my partners food, so not just fell on top. We brought it up to our server and he immediately said it wasn't anyone's hair because it didn't appear black. My hair was pulled up and my partners is very short. We went back and forth with the server which I think is unprofessional and he came back with the check with only 10% off. We had just got off the lake and wanted some good food and it was not worth our time or money:(

UPDATE: As per my last review it feels good to be right when it comes to restaurants. This place is…read morethriving. So much so that they have now built on an addition for more seating. This place is amazing for our little town. We are still regulars here they are consistent with everything. They have Karaoke on Monday nights, great drink and food specials and a buffet at lunchtime. We will always be customers here. Try them out if you have not.

Love this restaurant for its great food and great service. Try the nachos best in Southern Illinois.read more

Great Authentic Mexican Restaurant in the area! Carne…read moreasada is really good and also the Homemade Carnitas, very good authentic flavor. Free salsa and chips! The salsa flavor was delicious and also the cheese dip so Good. We love the agua fresca Horchata. Plus very nice and friendly people there.

We met here for a birthday celebration. 7 adults. Food was…read morefast getting to us, food was hot and everyone enjoyed their plate. Service was great, he asked several times if everything was ok or if needed something. It wasn't crowded. Nice and quiet. We got to wear the birthday hat and free ice cream treat. We usually go once a year here and will be back.

Being from California (and on Ca time) my party didn't expect much for a late dinner in southern…read moreIllinois. Especially concerned about quality of Mexican food in this tiny town in Ill. Thus, we were hesitant...but hungry with little expectations. Upon entry, we were pleasantly surprised to hear Mexican music and Spanish speakers in the back. I had hope! Although the salsa was bland (& I avoid spicy), we shared the taco plate and a nachos. We were not disappointed. However, I recommend skipping the mojito entirely- I had to send it back. And yes, i know mojito is a cuban drink. They knew we weren't from town, lol- so we got to talking and learned they had roots from Mexico, then grew up not terribly far from me in Ca. He admitted they've had to adjust the way they make some items due to the mid-west clientele they have who aren't used to anything remotely authentic.

The atmosphere is like you are family. The owner/manager (…read moreI don't know which he is) greets you while you are there. They promptly take your order and bring you chips & salsa with little bowls to pour the salsa in, so everyone at the table has their own bowl. The prices are good and the food is great! We usually end up with a to-go box because the servings are generous.

We stopped at this restaurant in Marion for lunch and had a really good meal. We'd never seen the…read moredish that was Mexican rice bowl with roasted veg and cheese sauce before. It was really good! Also had the chips with a great salsa. All the people we encountered were super kind and friendly. It was clean and enjoyable to be there. Fast and friendly A little note. This dish would have been fine with no cheese sauce and a sprinkle of shredded cheese instead Just an idea for the place. The cheese sauce was indeed delicious!

Great food and service for a fair price. From the burritos to the fajitas it's all great. I suggest…read moretrying the authentic items they have.(there is a special menu).

I have eaten here several times. Their food is delicious. I…read morerecommend this restaurant.

The food and service was really good. The server…read morerecommended the frozen mango margarita and it was tasty. They offer a number fruit options. My entree was good and it was so much meat. The shrimp was one of favs but all of it was flavorful. I would go back if I'm in Carbondale.

One of the most authentic Mexican restaurants in the Marion area…read more I stop here every time I visit Marion, and I always leave with a smile. Their fajitas are fantastic. Their sauces clearly are home made. And, most importantly, the flavors remind me of my childhood in Mexico. Overall, it was good Mexican food. Solid. Flavorful. It is not entirely what I would call true Mexican food. There were some TexMex elements in their food, but overall the flavors were what I would expect from good Mexican food. The last time I visited, they were upgrading their locale, so there was a bit of construction happening. I cannot wait to visit again in 2026. I'll definitely be back on my next trip to Marion!

Our first time there since they moved to the new location. Food and service are still fantastic…read more Now the new restaurant is so nice! We won't wait so long to visit again. Both had combination dinners and so much food we could not eat it all. THE BEST SALSA!!

We were on our way home from a softball tournament ans decided to stop…read more It is a higher end Mexican restaurant, but portion size and taste cancels out the price. Food was delicious, and service was great!

After a referral by our camp hosts we decided to see for ourselves. Our party of 4 arrived and were…read moreseated in a booth. The Resturant is beautifully appointed, too. We ordered Margaritas and a Paloma ... everything was delicious! The staff very sweetly attended to our party by regularly checking in on us. We will be back whenever in town. Drop by you'll be glad you did.