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Restaurant El Rey

4.5 (166 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Huge burritos here!
Diana R.

Breakfast burritos served all day, right next to Target?! Yes please! I've been shopping at this Target for years, never ventured around the corner till today and so glad I did! Found this cute dine-in or take-out restaurant that serves delicious, huge burritos (among many other yummy looking meals). Very courteous, helpful gentleman took my order and also seemed to be the host, server, and maybe even other roles. Plenty of parking, convenient location. Will be back for sure!

Combo plate with two shredded beef and a carne asada taco.
Jerri Ann F.

I'm always on the lookout for authentic Mexican food. We visit Vegas 2-3 times a year and this was our first time here. It definitely will be on our favorites from now to eternity. I loved the homey and cozy decor. Being from California, we know what good Mexican food is all about and have high expectations. I ordered the Chile verde wet burrito and my husband ordered a combo plate with a carne asada taco and enchiladas. He loved his plate but we both agreed that my burrito was the star of the show! Such a perfect blend of spice, fluffy rice, beans all wrapped in a homemade tortilla. Homemade chips and salsa to start also were wonderful. Pure perfection! Service was friendly and made us feel welcome. We are even stopping back in on our way home to try the breakfast. Don't overlook this gem!

Shrimp Diablo! (Best I ever had!)
Joyce W.

This is what I envisioned an authentic Mexican restaurant to be. Very friendly lady server. All the patrons on my visit were speaking Spanish. Most dishes may be on the spicier side but they do have more milder plates, just ask if you are sensitive to spice-heat. I had the best shrimp Diablo ever. So much plump, large and clean shrimp. The sauce was so flavorful and so warming. Even the refried beans were perfect. No complimentary chips but they do have corn and flour tortilla choices included with most plates. They even have an array of "hotter" salsas on request. Of course one can buy chips. Everything, even the mini salad sliced right then. There is a difference of freshness, flavor and hospitality here.

Register area with food menu display
Vivian C.

After enjoying a show at the Clark County Library, my friends and I were looking for a place nearby to eat. Restaurant El Rey was literally just a few minutes away, so we decided to eat there. First of all, the place isn't much on the outside; you could easily miss it if you aren't actively looking for it. But once you're inside, it's actually quite lovely! The decor is lively and colorful and makes you feel completely energized, welcomed, and ready to enjoy your meal there. We were quickly helped when we walked in, and our server was very welcoming and congenial. She seated us and got us our menus. Once we were ready to order, she took the time to answer a question to help me choose between two menu options. Prices were reasonable. After we all ordered, the food came out pretty quickly. And it was delicious! My shrimp burrito (I have never had a shrimp burrito in my entire life, so it was something new and interesting to try) was so good! It was flavorful with plenty of juicy, seasoned shrimp and yummy vegetables prepared to perfection. Unfortunately, I ended up overeating even though I brought half my burrito to-go because I seriously couldn't stop eating it and ended up finishing it in the car, lol! My friends' dishes also looked really yummy. If you're looking for a tasty place to eat that's close to Clark County Library, Restaurant El Rey is a great choice if you're craving some really good Mexican food!

Chilaquiles in green salsa
Armando G.

A hidden gem in the middle of paradise! Service and food were excellent! May not be the fanciest place in town but sure is friendly and has a family atmosphere, so groups and families are welcome. Their Mexican food menu is extensive, I recommend that you take your time in ordering so you can ensure your eyes meet your palate desires. Thank you very much for the great personal service you rendered!

Aki I.

Back again for the second time. This time, I ordered a burrito with al pastor. Oh man it was so yummy and it was a lot of food too. I ordered Jamaica drink with it. I really enjoy this place. Such a colorful and nice vibe. Food is so good!!!!!! Just come try!!

Carne asada taco
Sonja Sky G.

This place is becoming my favorite spots in town. I love dipping my head in after being at UNLV all day. I always get the combo 6 but I do think about trying other things. I'm just to lazy to try something new and usually when I go I'm starving for enchiladas. The lady in the front is always nice. I love they give you a lot of rice and beans. The inside is so cozy and authentic. I just love this place.

Chilaquiles Rojos Con Huevo with meat added.

The food was okay, not what I expected! Not authentic at all, they don't have salsa and chips just not what I expected after reading reviews. The service was good just not good. Don't order a coffee it's just instant not good!

green salsa chilaquiles
G S.

this restaurant is AMAZING. it was so delicious! service was great and attentive! burrito was delicious!

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Fast and good customer service and food quality , is great very tasty, I was very satisfying, very clean , and good music

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This place is THE spot and it's super yummy munchkins. I recommend asada fries because they taste splendid

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Love love love this place. Best Mexican food I've found so far, and the staff are phenomenal!

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