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El Mercado

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Allandale, Austin
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7.5/10
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    Kathleen S.
    "The Hot Latin Kisses are great!"(2 Tips)
    Lee
    "Excellent Mexican martinis and great staff!"(2 Tips)
    Karen F.
    "oddly not easy to find breakfast in Austin"(3 Tips)
    Robyn R.
    "The staff is excellent!"(6 Tips)
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  • Ricardo G.heart icon on user image
    Ricardo GonzalesDecember 22, 2017
    What I like about it. It's one of the oldest places to go to in Austin for Mexican food. Go and bring friends. Food is good.
    Upvoted Apr 4
  • Melissa G.heart icon on user image
    Melissa GilesFebruary 18, 2015
    Now that we are moving through the menu I realize that the food is more than so-so per my last review. Its always good and always consistent. That coupled with stellar service you can't go wrong!!!
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    Melissa GilesAugust 27, 2014
    It's all about service here. The food is so so (The fish tacos are my recommended choice.) but the staff is so amazing. Love it all the more for that. I come here withy 6 yr old alllll the time.
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    Bruce ReillyJuly 21, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I love the ever-changing marquis in front- always funny, and they have great food, and wait staff inside- one of my fave Allandale eating places!
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    ᴡ FreemanApril 30, 2016
    Been here 100+ times
    Everything is delicious, but the salsa is to die for.
  • Lee
    LeeFebruary 15, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Excellent Mexican martinis and great staff! Bueno vibes!
  • Joe L.
    Joe LaRoueJuly 15, 2013
    Always one of our favorite places to stop when in Austin. Great food and service. Can't wait until next years vacation
  • Andres C.
    Andres CantuFebruary 23, 2013
    Breakfast quesadillas w/ bacon add queso. That even READS like its tasty, right?
  • Sula M.
    Sula MilsteadMay 5, 2012
    Be sure to tell the waiter that you are ordering from the kids menu. Even if your child is pointing to what they want on the kids menu.
  • Karen F.heart icon on user image
    Karen FraserFebruary 6, 2013
    Open early for breakfast everyday ; oddly not easy to find breakfast in Austin
  • robert s.
    robert salazarApril 30, 2012
    They have great mexican martinis! Great daily specials.
  • Marymichael C.
    Try the sour cream cheese enchiladas the best
  • Ron H.
    Ron HuffmanDecember 11, 2011
    Must have: Limon Martini, dee lish!
  • George M.
    George McCabeMay 23, 2013
    Joseph - top notch bartender.
  • Jennifer C.
    Jennifer CowferFebruary 16, 2013
    Chips & salsa were the best part.
  • excitable h.
    excitable honkyOctober 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Quick service during lunch if you're pressed for time.
  • Kathleen S.
    Kathleen SmithApril 10, 2011
    The Hot Latin Kisses are great!
  • Robyn R.
    Robyn RileyAugust 26, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The staff is excellent!
  • Robyn R.
    Robyn RileyAugust 26, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    And the best beef fajita in town!!
  • Heather F.
    Heather FerreyraAugust 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Chips and salsa are crave-worthy!
  • Lucia B.
    Lucia BrionesApril 14, 2012
    I don't like to be that person but not highly impressed with the food. Either it was bland or bitter (Carne guisada dinner)
  • Scott W.
    Scott WissonMarch 25, 2012
    Not delicious. There are better places in the area.
  • Teri N.heart icon on user image
    Teri NewsomFebruary 12, 2013
    If you want not hot at all stuffed jalapeños get the hot Latin bites. Bland, bland, bland.
  • Alex P.
    Alex ParrishJanuary 23, 2010
    Playa martini! Fantastic!
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