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Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 115 reviews

What G likes about El Rey:
Torta de carne asada is the best and close to be pretty authentic. Seems like they get the bread from a bakery so it’s really good! It’s a must try. Drinks are good as well.Update: the food is not as good as when I first came unfortunately. View all feedback. What Stephan Smith doesn't like about El Rey:
The waiter kept disappearing and was no help to our party. Drinks and food are overpriced for what you get. Sangria was good, but it basically came in a small dixie cup. They messed up our second drink completely. View all feedback.

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3.9 ★ from 115 reviews
Charlene
20.01.2024 - 15:20

Their nacho fries are so good. Really anything on the menu. But those fries with steak, yumm.

G
20.01.2024 - 15:20

Torta de carne asada is the best and close to be pretty authentic. Seems like they get the bread from a bakery so it’s really good! It’s a must try. Drinks are...

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Jake
20.01.2024 - 15:20

Great quality food. Not busy on a Saturday lunch. Prices are very reasonable. Service could be a little quicker when not busy.

Stephan
20.01.2024 - 15:20

The waiter kept disappearing and was no help to our party. Drinks and food are overpriced for what you get. Sangria was good, but it basically came in a small d...

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Morgan
20.01.2024 - 15:20

Had a great time enjoying the improv show in the back of El Rey's Arlington location. The space was great for the event (although i would flip the tall tables t...

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