El Caporal Taqueria

Stopped here for lunch but ate dessert first! We ate the apple turnover and it was fabulous,…read morebrought the rest home! I had pork tamales and it was terrific. Hubby enjoyed a tostada and quesadillas both chicken. Worth a stop.

We stopped in for a quick lunch in Silverton at Los Girasoles!…read more I had a vegetarian burrito and my husband had an Asada burrito and a few of their beautiful pastries. The food was very reasonably priced, however, the flavors and quality was not great. The meat was extremely fatty and salty. They did have some beautiful pastries that we will be back when we are craving them!

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Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant

3.8(85 reviews)

0.2 mi

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Service was extremely friendly & efficient.... The food was delicious with great presentation…read more The decor, music & atmosphere were great! There was 17 in our party and everyone was very pleased with the food, service and ambiance.

After trying the Lebanon Ixtapa, this was not my top choice, only thing open past 9pm in Silverton…read morebesides DQ so not many options. Awesome service though, I really enjoyed how thoughtful and attentive the servers were. Food was great! The super nacho had lots of chicken and cheese. Enjoyed the experience and wouldn't mind going back if in town.

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Arroz con Pollo #22 love this dish at Ixtapa! Always eat half and take half home for next day lunch. Delicioso!

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Don't get dinner without a house margarita!

Oso

4.4(90 reviews)

0.5 mi

Good service, creative and delicious food, supported by a worthy wine list. An excellent and…read moreelevated dining experience in Silverton.

We called to place a to-go order and the employee was so friendly! This is the perfect place to go…read moreif you want to try something new that is guaranteed to be an absolute hit. I ordered the black garlic caesar salad, no onion, and chicken kabob. It was amazing... the manchego cheese was a nice touch, and the grilled lemon added a delicious flavor to the meal. We also got an appetizer platter, with hummus, chorizo, and whipped feta. The whipped feta is whipped with honey-- it's sweet. I really liked it. And the flavor of the hummus when it first hit my mouth sent my eyes to the back of my head.. DELICIOUS. Absolutely loved all the food here. I hope to come back some time to sit down and eat!

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Water Mountains Restaurant

4.3(38 reviews)

2.3 mi

Very clean spot, Nice people an fast best Burger. They have…read morea next tables that look so charming.

The food was great, the service was amazing, and the vibe was very relaxed. The cheeseburger and…read morepatty melt were exactly what we needed after completing the Trail of Ten Falls. Would def recommend!

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El Caporal Mexican Restaurant

5.0(22 reviews)

4.1 mi

The food is so good. Doesn't have heavy seasoning or sugar, so it tastes lighter than the food in…read moremost Mexican restaurants, yet it was cooked so delicious in a natural way! The salsa was the same way- more runny and light tasting- even my daughter who doesn't like salsa said it's really good. I think the food here's more healthy and home-style. The service was quick and nice, too. Will come back!

So yummy! Homemade flour tortillas - fresh avocado and the best chips ever!…read more The chicken fajitas were delicious too!

Chicken fajitas. Amazing.

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Condiments....cha cha cha

Flor Mixteca Lonchera

5.0(1 review)

0.6 mi

The burrito here is just chonky to the extreme and it tastes mighty good, too. This is just a food…read moretruck, but the food is delicious. And less expensive than usual. There are some covered wooden tables outside if you wish to eat your food onsite. Full Mexican food menu.

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Twirling Bird

4.9(107 reviews)

0.4 mi

The people working were really friendly and helpful. The…read morefood was delicious and lots of it. The food court was clean & very nice. We will definitely go back .

We came here in the summer just for their rotisserie chicken, but it happened to be a hot day so…read morethey didn't have any (as Texans, that was wild to us, 90 degrees is nowhere near "hot" in our book lol). That said, Twirling Bird did not disappoint with their sandos. Just look at it, it's huge!! The size alone is impressive, but the taste is even better. The chicken was juicy, crunchy, and super flavorful. We also got the wings, which were a little extra burnt for our liking, but they still tasted great. The sauces are solid too, I'd recommend getting as many as you can. It's a food truck, but there's a really nice seating area tucked further inside with shade, fans, and a hangout vibe. It's shared with other food trucks as well. Must-stop if you're on your way back from the falls.

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Mac's Place

3.3(209 reviews)

0.4 mi

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One of my favorite stops in Silverton! Anytime I'm out this way, I love stopping at Mac's Place for…read morea bite. They have some seriously delicious sandwiches, and I've tried a variety of them, but my go-to is always the Reuben. It never disappoints! The staff is always super friendly, which makes the experience even better. And they have a really nice patio right next to the river, making it such a great spot to sit, eat, and enjoy the scenery. If you're in Silverton and looking for a good sandwich, definitely stop by Mac's Place!

There is a reason Mac is in the name. This place KNOWS how to do mac and cheese. This cheese pull…read morewasn't even the craziest. I got the plain, but they also have buffalo chicken, chicken and a BBQ one. This was probably one of the best Mac and cheeses I've ever had and the service was great.

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Crave Haven

5.0(1 review)

0.3 mi

The owner is very nice and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the twisted empanada and the…read moreStrawberry banana taco.

From the owner: Puerto Rican/ Mexican infused food.read more

Sopa de Arroz Rice Bowl ( Soup Rice) Made with Jasmine Rice and fresh vegetables

Puerto Rican Style Empanadas Check with Food Truck for options available

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9 months ago

Great customer service and BEST TACOS IN SILVERTONNN we love this little taco truck and recommend it to everyone!! read more

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9 years ago

Awesome food for a good price. Glad to have El Caporal Taqueria in Silverton! Love this place

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