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    El Arriero Downtown

    3.6 (43 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Clara S.

    Heard rave reviews from friends so we thought to check it out one evening. Complimentary chips & salsa were brought out very promptly which I had taken for granted until a recent encounter at another location. We were amused to that an independent Mex resto is doing a 'Wednesday Wing Day (60¢ per piece)' promo. Wings come with generous amount of sauce. Had the beef taco and they were yummy, not gamy. Will have to return soon to check out the other foods on the menu. From what I saw on the other tables, this place is promising. I must return. PS - a Mex resto can't go too wrong with a giant cactus right out the front.

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    Kat F.

    This is our first time trying out this restaurant and I will have to say that it's quite nice inside. They have the Mexican theme orchestrated delightfully. Since we came in on Saturday, the lunch special is not offered which compliments a drink. It only runs from Monday- Thursday. But they still have lunch menu just not as cheap during those days. Anyways, I ordered shredded beef chimichanga which is very tasty and yummy. I told them to make it a little crunchier and perfected its way to my tummy. We also had enchiladas which was ordered from the regular menu and you can pick the filling from cheese, chicken, to beef. Alex gobbled it up with no hesitation. The chips and salsa came out warm which was also delicious.

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    Richard M.

    I was in town for a show and this place was two miles from the venue. The place wasn't very busy for a Friday evening but it was before 6pm. The food was decent and the portions were good but nothing really stood out. I would come here again and/or suggest to friends.

    Regular margarita! It was great!

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    1 month ago

    Very good food. Fast service and very polite!! The waitress was very nice and helpful.

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    3 years ago

    this place is great. really good food. great bar. service is strong and fun. cant go wrong with this place, consistently is very good.

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    2 years ago

    Very clean place, not coming good customer service, and outstanding food and the drinks are good and cheap

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    14 years ago

    We often visit on Thursday evenings with friends to have the happy hour margaritas and dinner. The food and the staff are great.

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    14 years ago

    Great place to eat. My only complaint is that it can be very load inside.

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    11 years ago

    I went for a late lunch and hand the best peach daiquiri and the chile verde was pretty good too.

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    9 years ago

    The absolute worst food I have ever had. I got it to go. It was not edible and I threw it away. The service was no good either

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    11 years ago

    Best Mexican restaurant in the upstate. Service is always fast and friendly. The food is always delicious and the portions are awesome.

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    Shucks Oyster Bar

    Shucks Oyster Bar

    4.1
    (53 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    We had such a great time and the food was great! Our server (I believe her name was Sidney?) was…read moresuch a delight! For appetizers we got the clam chowder, not shy on the clam, was very tasty and a side salad with maple bacon vinaigrette, nice and refreshing. Something called to me to get the crab cake and since it's an appetizers I ordered that with a side of street corn. Upon first sight, I felt maybe they went a bit light on the remoulade but the flavor from the crab cake itself was incredible, and the remoulade was a nice enhancement. Any more would've overpowered the flavor of the crab cake itself. They did it right and the street corn was also delicious. Pimento Cheese Rockefeller Shucks pimento cheese and jalapeño pepper jelly. I didn't know what to expect from this but we are adventurous and I'm glad. This may be my favorite of the evening! We also got the Butter Parmesan Rockefeller which was heavenly. Next onto the raw oysters. We opted for gulf, Virginia, and NC and ended up ordering more VA & NC. Normally I use lot of horseradish and coctail sauce but the mignonette was so delicious that about half way through I only used that. Finally, and I wish I had gotten a picture, we talked ourselves into getting the crème brûlée cheesecake, diets be damned. I love crème brûlée and the hubby loves cheesecake. This became apparent when after a few bites we made a deal that I eat the top and he can have the bottom this was a win win for us! All the food was a hit, we loved our server, and the location and ambiance! Not only will we be back, I could see us becoming regulars. The hubby loves raw oysters/seafood and I'm coming around. Everything I ate was fabulous and I would order any of it again though there are other menu items I want to try as well. Thanks Shucks for a great night out. We will be back!

    I hate this place closed. Was my favorite downtown seafood spot. Fresh oysters and lots to choose…read morefrom

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    Some of the best oysters I've had...... and I've had a lot of oysters! Great seafood and atmosphere!
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    UP On The Roof

    UP On The Roof

    3.6
    (74 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Gorgeous view, great food and fantastic service. Temperance took such great care of us and was such…read morea pleasure! We had the calamari appetizer, fish and chips, crab cake sliders and the strawberry arugula burrata salad at our table and everyone loved their meal. The fun names on the menu are just an added bonus. Top spot in downtown Anderson with plenty of shade and fans.

    Beautiful views of Anderson, SC. Be advised that most of the seating is outside thus the name Up On…read moreThe Roof. We went on Mother's Day , bright and sunny skies and HOT in the sun. The whole trying to get out of the sun was a thing. They have some seating indoors, and some seating under a roof . Everything else is outside with no cover whatsoever. There appeared to be a sun shade that could be pulled over the seating area but perhaps I was wrong because surely they would have utilized the sun shade if it were available. I think because they were very busy the manager ( from NJ) was harder to deal with than usual ( don't know as I've never been there) on the ride up in the elevator the people getting in said " Good Luck" to us . The waiter and host were very nice but apparently anytime a guest tried to get seated out of the sun the manager sounded very irritated. Anyway.... On to the food : I am extremely gluten sensitive. So far no stomach issues and it's been a couple of hours. We had a charcuterie board that was delicious. The only gluten were pencil breadsticks. I ate cheese and grapes and pickled okra. It was very fresh and good. I had the fresh trout meal which included creamed corn and a few baby grilled carrots. There were two pieces. It was really tasty . They have one gluten free desert : strawberry shortcake type deal. Almond cake with strawberry confiet. It was really delicious. The head chef is gluten free so I felt safe eating there. My other family members had a breakfast burrito and chicken lettuce wraps. They both seemed to enjoy their meals. I will most probably give it another shot on a non holiday to see if they have more luck with finding another coffee press ( they apparently were all in use or they truly just had one?) and to see if seating of your choice is more accommodated.

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    That view!
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    Fresh and HOT fries. If I'm eating the calories, I want them hot! TY!
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    The panorama view from all areas of the restaurant... Amazing!

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    The panorama view from all areas of the restaurant... Amazing!

    El Arriero Downtown - mexican - Updated July 2026

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