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El Barrio

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Central City, Birmingham

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El Barrio

9.2^/10

217

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"Guacamole, margaritas, and tacos.. Everything is always on point"(11 Tips)
"I enjoyed the spicy chicken tostada and tres leches cake!"(3 Tips)
"You can't go wrong with any of the tacos."(12 Tips)
"The Spicy Chicken Tostadas were great!"(2 Tips)

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margaritas
trendy
quesadillas
spicy food
good for dates
healthy food
chile rellenos
chicken tostadas
good for groups
casual
great value
tres leches cake
spicy chicken
daily specials
bar
short ribs
meats
crowded
good for special occasions
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GregDecember 28, 2012
Excellent place in downtown. Great atmosphere and service. I sampled all four of the tacos. Each had its own unique blend of flavors. Get a side black beans too
Clinton PittmanJanuary 26, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Avocado's Number is the number of avocados in the guacamole, 6.022^23 avocados/guacamole. Better living through chemistry! *If you don't get it, you should have paid more attention in school :-)
JULIA FROSTApril 16, 2013
Everything here is excellent, but the Elote is a must-try. It's like the best corn you've ever had, hopped up on steroids.
LaurenMay 2, 2013
I love coming in for a later lunch and sitting at the bar. Mike makes great drinks and the tacos and chile relleno are my favorites. A must go!
Guy McCulloughFebruary 20, 2013
Been here 5+ times
El Barrio margarita is tasty. Bibb em salada and tostado est tres bien. Oh. Sorry. Wrong language.
Catherine IndelicatoMay 27, 2016
Guacamole great ! Sangria great ! Plantain Nachos and carnitas great !!!
Samantha WhitfieldJanuary 24, 2014
Everything is delicious! The taquitos are just enough for lunch. And don't forget to ask about daily specials!
Rockie HeardJanuary 4, 2016
The chicken enchilada was very very good also the grapefruit martini
Susannah LamonFebruary 19, 2014
Love everything about this restaurant. Guacamole, margaritas, and tacos.. Everything is always on point
Joseph StokesMarch 11, 2016
The jalapeño bacon quesadilla was delicious and the salsa out of this world.
Laura GilbertJune 2, 2012
Wow! Watermelon mint margarita and one of each taco, plus the meat loaf...amazing!! And Kevin, our waiter, was the sweetest!
Sharleen ForbesApril 16, 2013
Food was awesome!! Our server was sweet! But my friend Alex rocks so ask for him and leave him a huge tip.he deserves it.
Michael HansenSeptember 14, 2012
You can't go wrong with any of the tacos. Next best thing to the taco trucks.
iLiveiLoveiLaugh Moore (LaToya)November 29, 2017
Pan fried gulf fish is DELICIOUS. Chicken and rice soup is very tasty.
Thomas ChungDecember 3, 2013
The breakfast tostada made for a solid vegetarian breakfast. Try the mexican coffee for something different.
Nicole YOctober 17, 2014
First timer with the fam! 30 min wait- not bad compared to other tips. Food was wonderful and the service was spectacular!
NéstorJune 11, 2015
Pretty good margaritas and mexican food. Good ambient and a very nice place.
Rent MonsterOctober 16, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The brunch is amazing! Don't miss it!
Jeff SchnirringDecember 9, 2017
I enjoyed the spicy chicken tostada and tres leches cake! Delicious!
The MayorMay 18, 2013
Tacos al carbon with grapefruit margarita. Money in your mouth. Guacamole is pretty legit too.
Chris TerrellJanuary 30, 2012
Excellent margarita and ambiance. Salsa is excellent and fresh. Real tex mex. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Wade Kwo nFebruary 15, 2012
The Al Pastor Taco (chile-marinated pork taco) is very hot and very good. Highly recommended. ★★★★
Mary LanauxAugust 10, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Ask for the house made hot sauce. Awesome heat with a little bit of sweet.
Rent MonsterJuly 30, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Arrive early for dinner. This place is very popular - and for good reason.
Deanna Crespo-sotoJuly 9, 2012
The quesadilla is amazing! Nothing like the ones you've had before. Goat cheese is the trick!
Marc DavisJanuary 8, 2016
I cannot stress how good the tacos Al carbon are! Awesome!
Rent MonsterNovember 19, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Sample each of the tacos. They're all excellent!
Jack NobleAugust 10, 2014
Great margaritas and the steak is delicious.
Michael BrownMay 30, 2018
The carnitas are amazing.
David BarryOctober 3, 2013
The Cowboy Burrito using short ribs is amazing!
Bert HendrixJuly 27, 2013
Food was great! Had to wait a while but worth it.
Marc DavisNovember 10, 2015
Tacos Al Carbon are delicious!
Chuy SanchezJuly 7, 2013
Upscale Mexican food... Tres Leches cake is wonderful.
Bill B.January 27, 2012
Very good meal. Different spin on meatloaf and smashed Taters.
Ryan EickJanuary 6, 2019
The quesadilla I had was tasty
Kimberly JacksonMay 18, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Steak and Eggs at Saturday Brunch is superb!
J. ChildsSeptember 20, 2016
The Spicy Chicken Tostadas were great!
Adam MartinMarch 31, 2012
The house margarita is the best in town. Tamarind syrup? Sold!
Curtis CorrellApril 12, 2015
Excellent guacamole
Brian TurnerJuly 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Don't overlook the Blue Berry Tres Leche
Curry WilliamsAugust 28, 2014
Everything
Josh JonesJanuary 17, 2015
Chile Verde, slaw, cornbread, corn
Rebekah MathewsDecember 14, 2014
Best guacamole in Birmingham!
Cedric J. BurdenJuly 22, 2022
Chicken tacos are good.
Corbin BlankensteinFebruary 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Carmen is the best!
Lynsey WeatherspoonFebruary 18, 2012
Come early or be prepared to wait a while.
Pam FJuly 21, 2012
Get here early or you will be waiting.
Alaina CoryMarch 9, 2012
Pineapple margarita + queso = happiness in my mouth!
Cynthia KingJune 5, 2016
Gulf shrimp quesadilla!!
Joey BlackwellNovember 30, 2012
Best Mexican in the city!

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