El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
| Address: | 300 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley, MA 01969, USA |
| Phone: | +1 978-432-1336 |
| Site: | eltapatiorestaurants.com |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–10PM |
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Christopher Simmons
Frozen Margaritas were terrible. 1/3 liquid, 2/3 tasteless foamy slush served in a plastic marg glass. The portions were huge but the food was pretty bland. The chicken enchilada tasted a lot like the beef burrito. rice was good. the bar area was a good place to watch a game. nice stools, foot rest ledge, and lots of TVs very visible. overall appearance of the entire restaurant was pretty cool. The bar tender seemed really put out (annoyed) from the get go. we were the only 2 people there and service was slow and infrequent. The bar tender seemed even more annoyed when we pulled out the coupon from the website. I want this place to be good but they need to polish up the margs, make the food a little more distinct (offer sauces maybe), and service improve a little.
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Quad Wheeler
Salsa is not the usual chunky style. Its more like a thick tomatoe juice with lots of onions, spring onions, and cilantro in it. Dont really care for raw onions but still found it OK but thats just me. I found the service was top notch on my visit(thank you rowley). Chille con queso was excellent, the chimichanga with Carnitas(pulled pork) was pretty good although smaller than what I expected. Rice and beans were pretty good too. Overall I was happy with the whole visit. If you truly love be Mexican food from all walks then you wont be dissapointed.
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Robert Murphy
I am a "regular" @el tapatio and love the place. The staff are top shelf, very attentive, very helpful and just plain good people. To the people complaining about the frozen margarita, Id suggest the regular margarita without ice. Mine have never tasted watery. The carne asada, chicken mole, chili verde, and camarones de ajo (?),are all great as far as Im concerned, as are their appetizers, especially the wings diablo. Owners are always there and have done a terrific job with training their staff. On a scale of five stars I give el tapatio "seven"!
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Tyler Nelson
The chips are terrible, and the salsa tastes like pasta sauce. Had a frozen margarita which tasted like it had no alcohol at all, and was very bland. The food we hoped was going to be better, but it was also tasteless. Had to use two portion of sour cream to make it good. I will say the wait staff was friendly. That was the only good thing about this place
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Matt Shinestist
Had a great experience dining here. The manager was very sweet and pleasant and overall the service was great. The salsa served with the chips tasted fresh. The food was delivered quickly and the portion size was huge (well worth the money). The ambiance was great and kid-friendly. I highly recommend this place to those with a craving for Mexican cuisine.
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Peter Lougee
A decent Mexican place in my old home town, El Tapatio serves solid if not great fare. Mostly I was sad to discover the margaritas were pretty watery. The burritos, however, were large and tasty, so maybe its a wash. All in all, El Tapatio is a strong addition to the restaurants in the area.
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Zac Cataldo
Warm nachos with your own yummy salsa as soon as you arrive at your table. Delicious vegetarian burritos. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff with his prices and lots of parking!
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Jamie Glydon
Pleasantly surprised! Stopped here randomly on the way home from a vacation. Food was very good. Service was excellent. If I am in the area, I would dine here again.
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Christian Dexter
Depends what u order. Not impressed with fish tacos. Didnt even try. First visit was better. Still good enough if u want mexican in an area with few mexican choices.
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Mar Racing
My second home! Great food, good drinks and excellent staff :) friendly, good music and the Abuelos margaritas are awesome. Try my shot...the Miguel Habanero Shot :)
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Joanna Heath
Really good Mexican food with no wait, low prices, and big portion sizes. But the staff are the true win here - very friendly, efficient, and accommodating.
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Tim J
If youre gonna go here, get something you can easily have at home (like tacos or nachos). It wont be worth the money if you do. Otherwise, very good
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yolanda douglass
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Sangria was delicious. The food was amazing. Ive got a new favorite Mexican restaurant.
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Eric M
Fast service with legit Mexican food. The staff are always willing to help me improve my Español. I really like the decor.
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tracy cole
The service was outstanding, food was hot, fresh and flavorful. The portion size was generous along with chips and salsa.
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Chuck Claar
Excellent food, great service and very reasonable prices! Been there several times already and will keep going back!
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reggie valme
Nice atmosphere, great staff, very reasonable prices. Definitely will come back.oh and the food was excellent!
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Ron OBrien
Who ever said the chips and salsa are not good are completely out of their mind!!! Theyre fantastic!
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Alex Mangos
Best Mexican food ever, family owned and feels like you are in a place you would find in Mexico :)
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Betty Muise
My favorite place. Food is fantastic and drinks are great but the staff and owners are so awesome!
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Chuck Baker
Very friendly staff, chips and salsa fresh and tasty, HUGE burritos. Overall good experience.
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Kevin Quigley
Good authentic Mexican menu. The staff at this family run restaurant is extremely friendly.
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Claire Hernandez
Best Mexican restaurant in the area. Good food and great service. Highly recommended!!!
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Steve B.
Great food, great service. Family run. The owners are always there. Super nice people!
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Martha Castaneda
Fabulous food and drinks. The atmosphere is very inviting. I would recommend any day.
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Guarionex Hernandez
Frozen food as Mexican dish no good at all. The margarita taste like lemonade
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brendan salter
Just loved it great spot did not try the food but will be back soon to try.
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Brian Malaquias
Fantastic atmosphere great food highly recommend. Owners are great.
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Gregory Jack
It was delicious. Food tasted fresh and we were well taken care of
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O Moriarty
Best Mexican food around!!! Good prices and the plates are huge.
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Rob Brown
Great food, fresh ingredients, friendly for young children.
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Dave Lyman
Great family run business, great food, super nice wait staff
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Big Lou Silva
Im not a huge Mexican food fan...But i am now awesome...
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Maria Trimble
Very friendly staff, great mexican beers and good food.
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Brenda McCoy
The food here is amazing. Highly recommend eating here!
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Sarah O
Excellent food, great margaritas, love the atmosphere!
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Scott Chase
Best mexican restaurant in the area, Friendly staff.
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Tabitha Hally
Low key. Find what you like and it is always great.
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Irene Rawson
Love this place. Great food, excellent service!
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Jack Christian
Fantastic Food and Service ! Never a bad meal !
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jocelyn baker
Very good food and atmosphere. I will be back.
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Eric Clayberg
Excellent Mexican restaurant with large menu!
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Jim McCormack
Great food, reasonable prices, friendly staff
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PEDRO PIAU
only food that I like is the " carne Asada "
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Joseph Leclair
Awesome and speedy. Yummy and fair priced.
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Daniel Cookson
Decent food. Good value. Good service.
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Trent Carmichael
Great menu just what I was looking for
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Nicholas Neuwirth
The BEST Mexican Ive had in town!!!
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KD ALNU
Nice food and friendly staff!
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Rex Geller
Better that en fuego by far
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Roland Boire
Authentic Mexican cuisine
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eddie allee
Best salsa in the area!!!
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Tlp142
Great food and service!
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Robert Sexton
Good food, good staff
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Lisa Stubbs
I love the salsa!
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A baz
Good food
