Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 1975 reviews

What TravelDiva001 doesn't like about El Mezcal Mexican:
We were hungry, tired it was close. I forgot how bad the food was the last time we ate here. The salsa was bland and thin; tasted like canned crushed tomatoes with some chili powder. My vegetable quesadilla had big pieces of carrots, tomato green pepper that were still crunchy. The mushrooms broccoli were cooked nicely. My husband had a burrito with a whole lot of shredded pork strings that had a weird taste. Definit... View all feedback. What Jotum likes about El Mezcal Mexican:
This is our favorite Mexican restaurant in Knoxville. Stopped here for lunch and found that the combination plates are the same as the ones for dinner...only cheaper! Food was great and Jose gave us excellent service. The chips were still warm and the salsa delicious. We both fully enjoyed our lunches. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 50 reviews
dknoye
31.05.2024 - 05:44

Huge platters will fill you up for sure. Fajitas were enough for another day. Chili Rellenos had just the right spice huge peppers. Burritos were over filled wi...

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DreadPirateJaymo
31.05.2024 - 05:44

They have great service and the food is consistently good. They seem to care about the quality of their food. One time I got a dish with guacamole, but they tol...

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Lisa
31.05.2024 - 05:44

This place is always very busy but we've never had to wait to be seated. The margaritas are a little ho hum, but the food comes quickly, is always hot and fresh...

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Jenny
31.05.2024 - 05:44

The waiter customized my order came back just perfect. simple but tasty food. chips are good but salsa was bland watery.

Linda
31.05.2024 - 05:44

I love this place. I probably eat here 2-3 times a week. Never get tied of their chicken tacos and all you can eat chips and salsa. I miss it when I go on vacat...

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El Mezcal in Knoxville received mixed reviews, with some diners expressing disappointment in the quality and taste of the food. Complaints included bland salsa, strange texture of meat, and excessive greasiness in the rice. Others, however, praised the restaurant for its delicious queso, warm chips, and good service. The positive experiences highlighted the flavorful Mexican rice and chimichanga, as well as the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff. Despite some negative feedback, El Mezcal also had loyal customers who appreciated the affordable prices, generous portions, and overall tasty dishes.

Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 1054 reviews
Jonathan
18.08.2023 - 04:58

This is a very good Mexican restaurant in Knoxville in Turkey Creek. I had the cheese enchiladas and very pleased with the cheese taste, thickness, consistency,...

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Celia
18.08.2023 - 04:58

A hidden gem, not far from Turkey Creek, with our favorite Mexican cuisine in the Knoxville area. Try the queso fundido, it doesn’t disappoint!

Colonel
18.08.2023 - 04:58

One of my favorite Mexican Resteraunts. Food is always good, and portions are large for the price. Great place for a tall cerveza and a nachos fajitas after a h...

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Rosalind
18.08.2023 - 04:58

Complimentary salsa and chips are always good. The staff is friendly too. If you shop at Kroger they have a coupon usually on the back of the receipt. The food...

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Dorothy
18.08.2023 - 04:58

Great small diner in TN, local great food with awesome service. The chips and salsa were amazing crunchy and warm. I ordered a platter with a tamale, burrito an...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 804 reviews
Wallace
17.01.2024 - 20:45

It's definitely worthy a stop in to check it out. The staff is delightful, the location is very convenient and the food is awesome.

Ed
17.01.2024 - 20:45

First time here. Food was excellent. Waitress was delightful. I had a two taco plate, delicious. I will return.

Richard
17.01.2024 - 20:45

Excellent food! Super friendly wait staff. Very reasonably priced.

Sam
17.01.2024 - 20:45

Amazing food for an amazing price and the customer service is great.

David
17.01.2024 - 20:45

Fajitas were great the beers was to

Gastroranking-us
3.9 ★ from 493 reviews

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