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    El Barril Snack Bar

    4.6 (21 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Specialty Food
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for dancing

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    Jenny L.

    Had an amazing brunch experience at El Barril on the far east side yesterday! I happened to bump into the chef at the Wine and Food Festival, who mentioned that they now offer everyday brunch. As a brunch enthusiast, I couldn't resist checking it out. El Barril is a cozy little place with a friendly atmosphere. What I loved about it is that it's not just a bar; they also welcome families with kids, and it's clear that they have a loyal customer base. They've been serving delicious food for over four years, and everyone there is incredibly nice. I decided to go for the avocado toast. At around $7, it was one of the most affordable options I found, and they were incredibly generous with the toppings. The wheat bread was layered with creamy avocado mash, crispy bacon strips, and a perfectly cooked egg of your choice (I went with over easy). The avocado toast had a unique seasoning that gave it a delightful lemony twist, different from your typical everything bagel seasoning. I also asked for salsa or Chile on top, and they had a variety of sauces to choose from. The combination was fantastic! To accompany my meal, I ordered their iced cafe de olla, which turned out to be a refreshing treat. The cinnamon and spices blended perfectly with the coffee, creating a balanced and creamy beverage. It was a truly enjoyable iced coffee experience. Next, the chef recommended that I try their tacos, and I'm so glad I did! The tacos came as a medley of carne asada, tripitas, and chicken. The presentation was beautiful, and the tortillas were perfectly fried to a crispy texture. The meat portions were incredibly generous, especially with the carne asada. I particularly enjoyed the green sauce that accompanied it. The meat was tender, although there were a few chewy pieces. The tripitas were also perfectly fried, and although the accompanying sauce was just okay, adding the green sauce took it to the next level. The chicken taco was a pleasant surprise for me. It had a delicious smoky flavor, possibly from being chargrilled. The sauce accompanying the chicken wasn't my favorite--it was a peanut sauce with a slight Thai influence--but adding the green sauce made it absolutely delicious. If they offered the sauce they use on their fries as an option, the tacos would be even more incredible. It's evident that they excel at spices and sauces, as their cocktails and red beers pack a flavorful and spicy punch. I wholeheartedly recommend El Barril to friends and family. It's a hidden gem for a relaxed and delicious brunch experience. They offer brunch every day from 10am to 3pm. They also have other tempting options like chilaquiles, stuffed French toast, and mimosas, which I can't wait to try on my next visit. Don't miss out on this fantastic spot! Come and check them out--you won't be disappointed.

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    Robbie M.

    finally had a chance to try the red beers at el barrel due to not wanting to go to my usual spot which is clasico. I will say the red beers here are really good and definitely worth a try.

    The Clamato that I ordered was really good. I ordered it with shrimp and the hottest carne seca they have.
    Brandon A.

    Only been there one time and it satisfied my craving for sure. The lemon pepper carne seca I had ordered (other than the super spicy one) was fully prepared in a separate cup with limon and hot sauce which was AMAZING. A bit pricey but still really good.

    So much yes!
    Nicole B.

    Ahhhhmazing red beers. Service was on point and explained the menu very well. Had the Thursday special for 1.50$ Tecates and a Clamato with beef jerky and shrimp and it was worth the every penny. Great value and quality for the price!

    Alma M.

    Love this place! Great prices great Clamato! If you like beef jerky this is the place as well.

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    Está muy rico las micheladas carne seca preparada hamburguesa deliciosa % recomendado el lugar muy agradable y muy amables buen servicio

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    Probably won't go again, food wasn't anything big. Drinks were good atmosphere good, price ehhhhh. Modern Latino vibes

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    50$ Tecates and a Clamato with beef jerky and shrimp and it was worth the every penny.

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    Soggy Peso

    4.2(19 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    I really wanted to give this place a four star. And to be fair, my wife ordered the tacos and she…read moresaid they were really good. Also, our server was awesome! If I were going off just that, I would give this place a four star, maybe five. First, the restaurant. We went there for lunch and as we pulled into the parking lot we wondered if it was even open as there were no cars there. Nevertheless, we got out and, yes, they were open. As soon as you walk in you notice the place is big and dark. Dark tinted winders, black ceilings and just not very inviting. It was super dark. Giant bar though. We asked to sit outside, although slightly warm, it was better than being inside a dark room. The outside was pretty cool! Giant area capable of holding 2K people, at least that's what the sign said. The shipping containers with the airplane on top were pretty cool. With lots of outdoor games, giant stage, and screens, I can only imagine how busy this place is in the evenings or weekends. But for us, we were the only ones out there when we came. Second the food. As I mentioned my wife ordered the shrimp tacos and she said they were really good. I ordered the Jazz burger. It was just okay. The smashed patties were not season very well, or they were overpowered with the bacon jam. And the bacon on top was not cooked very well. Yes, I do like my bacon crispy so I guess I could have mentioned that. But the bacon was super soft. Not my favorite. So for me, overall the food was just ok. The one thing I found strange about the food was how unaccommodating the kitchen was. I certainly understand when kitchens don't allow substitutes but when I asked for something simple like "no bun" for the burger they apparently gave the server a tough time. So my burger came with a bun. Which isn't a big deal, just don't like to waste food. My wife asked if she could mix match the tacos (most places will allow you to do this especially when they offer more than one type of taco) again the answer was the chef didn't allow for this (chef wasn't even there at the time). Now, is this a huge deal? No, not really. But a restaurant that wants to thrive and be well known usually will accommodate requests within reason. Not sure why this kitchen was so stuck on these things. The one great thing about this place was the service, and specifically the server. He really did do an amazing job even though he might have been the only one there besides whoever was in the kitchen. He was super friendly, checked on us, and even took time to just chat a little bit. He really made this experience as good as it was. What a great server/bartender. All in all, this might be a one and done for me. Off to the next. Cheers.

    Venue is designed to host large groups,unfortunately the night we went 4/25 they had insufficient…read morestaff on the floor,bar and kitchen. Food was sub-par ( Bbq dry and Luke warm at best) We were presented with our food without silverware that came 20 minutes later....I could go on but why??? This was a birthday party for my son, so who took it with a grain of salt.

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    The Lucky Dog Bar

    4.5(2 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Who knew that a dive bar in El Paso would have honestly legit bbq? When I went to 915 Vibes they…read moretold me they had opened another bar called The Lucky Dog and it had smoked meats. I was intrigued because most bar food was fried and greasy. When my brother in law came to town, I wanted him to experience the welcoming down to earth nature of the bars here (where families go out to drink together) and I was curious about the food. Wow. The bbq and brisket is legit. They have a smoker (locked up for some reason) that they smoke meat in every day and the results are super tender bbq and meats. They have a super clean full kitchen in the back (I asked to peek and thank the cooks) and they do some legit restaurant food here. The menu is pretty simple, the prices are super fair for the amount of food you get. We were 8 adults and it fed us all easily. We got nachos, zucchini sticks, onion ring petals, the brisket sandwich, and the ribs plate with beans and fries. We also got a lot of beer and shots to celebrate my in laws moving here. Happy Hour is from 12-8pm $2 Domestics = Miller/Bud/bud light /coors $3 Well Service was very friendly and the crowd was too, it seems that everyone was friends with each other which is nice to introduce to my out of town guests. Hubby remarked that the music wasn't obnoxiously loud and eclectic, probably because they have a jukebox system. We left when the dj arrived because we're old and have kids to pickup, but the others stayed to enjoy it turn up. I really like the bars here in El Paso, especially ones like the Lucky Dog which has awesome food. The meats were a little fatty but super tender, but hubby said it's actually good for soaking up booze if you want to sober up before leaving. Check them out, they're a month new, and #supportlocal. The Lucky Dog Beer Garden 1810 George Dieter Dr, El Paso, TX 79936 (915) 307-6523 https://maps.app.goo.gl/giHGvzinQbjhKpvt9

    Bar food that was delicious. I gotta go back to chill. The wedge fries were delicious.read more

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