El Chico Cafe
| Address: | 1222 N Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070, USA |
| Phone: | +1 972-548-7526 |
| Site: | elchicomckinney.com |
| Rating: | 3.8 |
| Working: | 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–10PM |
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Meg Correa
My boyfriend has been wanting us to go for awhile now that we live close to the White/75 location. It was one of his favorite restaurants when he was a kid...30 years ago. First impression wasnt great. There was no one to greet us and it smelled like a urinal. We might have left if there hadnt been someone that walked in behind us blocking the door. The place seems completely run down. We were seated eventually and received our chips and salsa. My boyfriend ordered a margarita and after quite sometime it was served. Unfortunately, the waitress mentioned she had to ask for help making it since the day before someone told her she "made the worst margarita they had ever tasted." Confidence blown, we looked down and the "frozen" margarita was frothy. It maintained this consistency and look the entire meal and was so sweet he couldnt finish half of it. When it came time to order, I chose the Cinco Burritos because I had no idea what to try and figured they would be safest. The menu was a little vague - five mini burritos one cheese, one chicken, one avocado, one beef, and one bean with rice and beans. I asked the waitress if they came with a sauce to which she responded that she didnt know. I decided Id risk it anyways asking for a side of queso if they didnt have a sauce. The waitress came back and said that the enchiladas my boyfriend ordered game with chili con carne (which we knew from the menu). The food came out rather quickly after that. My boyfriend didnt mind his meal stating "it was better than not eating." On mine, each burrito came with a different sauce. The cheese burrito wasnt edible with uncooked onions and a vinegar tasting sauce, the beef burrito was okay with salsa, the avocado was guacamole and cold, the chicken was decent with sour cream sauce, and the bean was pretty fair. Overall my food was luke warm. The one star is for the chips and salsa. Other than that Id steer clear. We wont be back...even for $5.99 enchilada night. Honestly, we are happy we made it out without some disease or illness (fingers crossed).
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Marie Van Hooser
Went back there on Cinco de Mayo after being away for a few years. The food was good but i dont think they were expecting as big a crowd as they had so the service was really slow. Went back a few weeks later & the air conditioning was out. At first we thought it was just really hot but after being seated & drinks ordered, we were informed that it was out. We finished our meal & only 2 other couples came in & stayed to eat. i even ordered ice cream to cool off. Ok, I know stuff like that happens so we gave it another try. I ordered the "taco salad". It was a large taco on its side with chunks of lettuce, cabbage & cheese falling out, nothing else. I had to ask for sour cream & guac. No dressing, no nothing. Guess i should have asked. My mistake. Dont think we will ever go back! My co wokers prefer Jalapenos!
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Francisco Oaxaca
El Chicos in McKinney is by far the best, it is a McKinney Institution!! Excellent food and service. Mr. Collins, the owner is a special person who would give the shirt off his back to anyone who asks for it. Mr. Collins and his staff are dedicated to meeting the restaurant needs of all customers. McKinney is fortunate to have El Chicos as an eating choice. Cannot say enough positive things about this restaurant and passion the owner and staff have for what they do. A 100% pleasant dining experience for their customers is their daily goal. Keep up the great work and keep serving quality dishes!!.
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Robert Eugene Lentz
Nothing like it was when I was a kid. When the original Cuellar family still owned and operated it..it was very good. They sold out. Went downhill. Bought it back and it almost immediately was good again. Trouble is they sold it again years ago....food it not nearly as good as it was. For some reason they think Tex-Mex has to be very spicey. Id recommend going to El Fenix.
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A Private User
I went last week and it was great. We had some of the best fajitas I have ever had. Chicken mushroom covered in jack cheese, it was great. Our server was very good food was fast, we felt at home. management was very attentive and came and ask us if we need anything. We cant wait to go back next time, to try there free snack bar EVERYDAY 5-7 and awesome Happy hour.
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Brittney Spark
Tried their new veggie enchiladas, and it was delicious!! The Manager on duty came by our table and is very friendly. She seems to enjoy getting to know her guests, as she was visiting with all of the tables in the restaurant. My server Jesse was so great, best service I have had in a long time anywhere.We will most defiantly be back!
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Letty Bravo
This was our first visit ever, our server Jesse suggested the Cascabel Enchiladas which were delicious! We also had the Apple Pie which was the best Apple Pie Ive ever had. Cant wait to come again.
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William Smith
Drove in to McKinney from Arkansas with our grandson for his Doctor visits in Dallas . Our food was great ,but our server was who won us over . He was a very nice young man. Will be back.
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Joseph Fadhil
This place is absolutely amzing! Escpecially the Steak Fajitas, they are so tender. The server was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend
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AffordARide Transportation
Great food. Excellent service. So why only 4 stars? These people went to all the trouble of installing Wi-Fi, but deny it to customers! Bad form.
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Gay Cale
The food was good, if not hot, but the service was the worst I have ever had at an El Chico location. No wonder it wasnt crowded on Fathers Day!
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Robin Rhyne
Old school Tex-Mex, like when I was a kid. Cozy and quiet. Delicious food. Update, chicken Monterrey! My new El Chico dish.
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Zachary Wallace
It was OK but not the best I have had better the salsa was good but some of the food well was not so good
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Amy Vermillion
The fajitas were good. Service was slow and the place is dated and had an odd odor inside.
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Erika Lopez
Visited from vegas most disgusting supposedly Mexican food ever never going back
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Jake J
Typical tex-mex. If thats what you are looking for, you wont be disappointed.
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A Private User
Love this place! Best El Chicos in the DFW area.
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Just Me
The margaritas are huge and strong!
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Donella Lyles
Hope was here to help me honey!
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Opher Banarie
Good selection of Mexican food.
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A Private User
The brisket tacos are amazing.
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Keela Jones
Horrible enchiladas
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Lee Pha
Great ppl. Love it!
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Steve Palomino
Sub-par food.
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R. David Taylor
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