El Rey

What a disappointment. I remember eating here about two weeks ago with my girlfriend. We love Mexican food.… Have traveled through Mexico and Central America many times… The food at this restaurant is just not good at all… The servers and the staff were very kind and friendly. However we really like the food and atmosphere at Stephen Starr’s “El Vez”. We ate again at “El Vez” this weekend. My suggestion if you like Mexican food, there’s so much choice in Philadelphia..

Just tried the paella last visit - highly recommend!

Went here for the first time ever for happy hour, prices were really great compared to the normal menu. The food was yummy but the staff was amazing! I accidentally got salsa on my white shirt & when u looked up one of the staff members brought me a cup of club soda to help get the stain out soo attentive & so sweet! Thank you so so much for the clumsy person solidarity!

Walking in without a reservation on a Saturday night, we were faced with a 1 hour wait. Yet, thanks to the speedy service, we were able to get a table within 30 minutes. The flags draped across the restaurant, accompanied by the fitting themed music in the background created a fantastic atmosphere that excited me for my meal. I do wish there was slightly more light inside, as I dislike dimly lit dining. I always want to see the delicious food I’m eating. The service was fantastic, with our lovely waitress referring to us as “friends,” always greeting us kindly and checking in on multiple occasions. We were served quickly after ordering. I got chips and guacamole as well as chicken tacos. Though I wish they served more guacamole, I still found it to be delicious: the perfect balance of lime and avocado. The chips, while slightly overcooked, were perfectly salted, rendering the chips and guac as something unbeatable. The chicken tacos were the perfect quantity of food, filling me up but not to the point of sickness. The flavors were excellent, making the experience unforgettable. My two friends who accompanied me got burritos and both throughly enjoyed them.

The margaritas are the best! You have to try them. Plus, Happy Hour with their dollar tacos... yum!