Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2929 reviews

What Chuck Griffith likes about El Portal Mexican:
What a treat! Came here because it was close, but I was happy to see so many traditional Mexican dishes on the menu, with me being a Gringo. Food was delicious and forgot to grab photos, the flavor was there. I definitely recommend this no frills place as it was clearly a favorite with locals (judging by the clientele). Service was super welcoming. The have an outstanding brunch menu, which we’ll have to try out anot... View all feedback. What Joana Kohler doesn't like about El Portal Mexican:
Expensive and sevice aas slow. Food was okay. Had the sampler platter . Best thing there was the chips and salsa and the salsa had way to much cilantro in it.. like way way to much. Like globs of it.. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
4.0 ★ from 17 reviews
Graciela
08.03.2023 - 14:08

Victor was very helpful in selecting food, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, for a surprise party I planned. He was extremely polite and made sure everything is rea...

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Вучен
10.03.2023 - 20:20

I've been eating with two people regular for the first time tonight. My dinner was delicious and it will be my new favorite place

Rahsaan
08.03.2023 - 14:08

Getting a bite to eat before heading to the airport. The food is delicious the staff very attentive! Where we live in WA state, it's hard to find good a Mexican...

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Morton
09.03.2023 - 04:08

Stopped for Sunday breakfast. Excellent experience. They have a dog friendly outdoor patio. The menu has a wide variety of excellent dishes. The menudo was grea...

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Cynthia
09.03.2023 - 04:08

Norma is the only waitress who makes delicious chavelas and the only friendly and attentive one. The owner bitc*ed about us asking for regular tortillas instead...

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Google
4.4 ★ from 620 reviews
Kevin
28.10.2023 - 17:45

The food is all made fresh. They have wonderful chorizo tacos. All of the food is delicious and generous portions. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Family...

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Jason
28.10.2023 - 17:45

Our server was great. She was very friendly and attentive to us. The horchata may be the best I have had, and they didn't skip out on the refills. It took a bit...

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Charles
28.10.2023 - 17:45

Carnitas to die for as well as melon fresh water Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes:...

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Matthew
26.01.2024 - 08:36

Handmade tortillas. That's all you need to know. But the staff is very friendly. Food is good. The place is clean.

Jani
26.01.2024 - 08:36

We returned to this restaurant quickly after our first visit. Why? The service was perfect and the owner was welcoming. The food delicious. The margaritas divin...

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Top-rated
4.2 ★ from 10 reviews
5Edwin
15.11.2023 - 22:41

Great authentic Mexican fare! The shrimp cerviche and oysters on the half shell on the seafood platter were the bomb! Service is so attentive and super friendly...

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5Erica
15.11.2023 - 22:41

Great food, and the owner is such a nice guy. We love coming here.

5Barbara
15.11.2023 - 22:41

Victor was very helpful selecting food items, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, for a surprise party I was planning. He was extremely courteous and made sure everyt...

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1Michaelangelo
15.11.2023 - 22:41

I have been craving some good mexican food. I am new to Palm Springs and was super excited about the recommendation to this restaurant. I ordered the chile rell...

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5Thomas
15.11.2023 - 22:41

It's a good little spot, so far the best Mexican we've found in the area

Yelp
3.9 ★ from 190 reviews
Tim
28.10.2023 - 17:45

We visited on a very hot day, eager to explore new dining options in our area. The food exceeded our expectations, and the service was outstanding. This restaur...

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Michael
28.10.2023 - 17:45

El Portal, located at 32235 Date Palm Drive, #101, was closed by the Health Department on March 15 due to a vermin infestation. The restaurant reopened on March...

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Kelly
28.10.2023 - 17:45

Closed due to a cockroach infestation. Proceed with caution.

Facebook
4.3 ★ from 481 reviews
Foursquare
4.3 ★ from 20 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 46 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 1211 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.0 ★ from 334 reviews

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