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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 263 reviews

What Jessica O doesn't like about El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill:
This restaurant used to be my favorite, but now it feels more like a bar. It used to be a place where I could enjoy breakfast with my family, but now at 9 am there are drunks, loud music, and rowdy people. It's not a suitable place for my young children or for having a conversation over a meal. I am greatly disappointed with the changes and after over 32 years, I will no longer be dining here. My advice would be to c... View all feedback. What Danielle M likes about El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill:
We had a fantastic lunch at this restaurant. Both the chicken fajitas and carnitas were incredibly delicious and fresh. The venue is perfect for parties or large gatherings. We are excited to come back soon. View all feedback.

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4.4 ★ from 10 reviews
Kirstin
10.09.2022 - 08:47

The food and service at this restaurant are excellent! I highly recommend trying the chili verde burrito, and ask for it wet with extra green sauce.

Norval
10.09.2022 - 08:47

The food at this restaurant is top-notch and the customer service is exceptional. I appreciate that they support nonprofits that benefit the community. Thank yo...

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Krystel
10.09.2022 - 08:47

This was my first time at the restaurant. My aunts used to go dancing there in the early 60's. We received excellent service and the food was also very good.

Jenifer
10.09.2022 - 08:47

So excited to see this restaurant is still there! Started going here over 30 years ago with my family, as a kid! Best authentic Mexican food around. I look forw...

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Grayce
10.09.2022 - 08:47

Had the Menudo would have been good if they cleaned the fat and membrane off the tripe.. Lazy cook clean the tripe before cooking.

Restaurantji
3.9 ★ from 49 reviews
Danielle
19.08.2023 - 07:51

We had a fantastic lunch at this restaurant. Both the chicken fajitas and carnitas were incredibly delicious and fresh. The venue is perfect for parties or larg...

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Jessie
19.08.2023 - 07:51

This restaurant used to be a pleasant family establishment, but now it has been transformed into a bar with rowdy patrons and loud music. It is only 9:30 in the...

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Jessica
19.08.2023 - 07:51

This restaurant used to be my favorite, but now it feels more like a bar. It used to be a place where I could enjoy breakfast with my family, but now at 9 am th...

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Katelyn
19.08.2023 - 07:51

Marisol is the best!! We love her. We work down the street and we will come here everyday. Coming back in 3 hours lol!

Jordana
19.08.2023 - 07:51

They were quick, friendly, super welcoming and very accommodating. We ordered a beer and margarita with our meal and Marisol made sure to keep us comfortable du...

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4.0 ★ from 204 reviews
Jose
20.03.2024 - 15:47

The food was amazing, especially the menudo. The staff was fantastic and provided excellent customer service.

Lidia
20.03.2024 - 15:47

I loved the food. I was going to order grilled fish but it was sold out.

Iván
20.03.2024 - 15:47

Excellent service and flavor! Very good attention.

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