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El Corralito is an absolute gem tucked in the heart of Ensenada's busiest strip. Yes, you're right in the middle of the action. We started outside to soak up the energy, but between the vendors, mariachi bands, and constant interruptions, we moved inside. Inside , the walls are covered in dollar bills with handwritten messages. The colorful artwork, warm atmosphere, and cozy vibe made it feel like an authentic experience I ordered the chicken enchiladas and they were incredible as they were stuffed with perfectly tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich, flavorful sc sauce. Every bite was savory. We had a one-year-old with us (who had no intention of sitting still), and to our relief, there was a cozy little play area set up in the corner. It was a small touch, but one that made a huge difference. Service is great. Friendly, attentive, bilingual. The server made us feel right at home and made everything easy. TLDR: If you're in Ensenada and craving an authentic, flavorful, and family-friendly meal , this meets your needs!
We stopped in Ensenada on from our Princess cruise ship. We read ahead of time that we need to try the local taco scene. I love me some good tacos! So we stopped here on the suggestion from a local shop owner. I ordered a Carnitas and Shrimp taco, Hubby ordered Chicken and Shrimp. We shared a Chicken Quesotaco, Guacamole and salsa. By far the guacamole and shrimp tacos were the stars of this meal! The shrimp tacos came with fajita vegetables, they were absolutely delicious! We both ordered flour tortillas and were happy they were fresh and yummy. The salsa was pretty spicy so I had it all to myself. Before our meal we were serenaded by a guitar player that stopped by our table. (Of course we tipped him $5). He let me choose a happy song or a romantic one, we chose happy! He was really good. Just note the guac and salsa came out fast. Our drinks took a little longer but the food was obviously freshly prepared so it takes a bit longer to come out. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to get back to your ship. It's really close to the shuttle bus parked near McDonald's. Definitely check out this place! They have a large menu and you'll definitely find something you love!
This place rocked. Amazing and massive tacos, great chips, spicy salsa, best beans I've ever had. Eat here you Won't be disappointed. Staff is great and food was beyond amazing.
One of my favorite places to visit when we go to Ensenada. Rather it be taking a cruise or driving from San Diego. Ask for Lee the amazing bartender he always makes the best drinks no matter what it is, and takes cares of all the guests. The service there is top notch the servers are fast and friendly. The bar is covered with dollars everywhere so when you go leave a memory as them for a sharpie and tape and place a dollar anywhere. I wish I could give this place more stars, go visit if you are in town.
El Corralito boasts a delightful local vibe that we absolutely adore. The bartenders and servers are always incredibly friendly, and their margaritas are simply the best! The food is delicious, and the homemade salsa packs a spicy punch. They even serve their own local brew, Cerveza Corralito! It's a fun and relaxing spot where you'll encounter both locals and tourists enjoying the atmosphere. And if you'd like to be serenaded by talented musicians, don't forget to show your appreciation with a tip for the cantadores! Arrrrribbbbbbaaaaa!!!
The outdoor seating a good. Clean and not noisy like some of the other restaurants in downtown. Our server was very polite and accommodating and didn't care that my nephew had a Coke from McDonald's. The food, I have been here a couple times when taking the Carnival Cruise to Ensenada. It's a good place to grab local tacos. I like Asada, pastor, and carnitas tacos here. It's my must stop.
Manuel was the best! Took great care of us all! The food was great! We were recommended this spot from a local down the street and others said they l loved it too! Super quick, clean and convenient!
I've been to Ensenada for years and years and have walked by this place many times. I feel dumb now for not stopping here and enjoying the food and drinks. The margaritas are amazing. My girlfriend says they're some of the best she's ever had, she's an expert. The margaritas are made fresh, not with a high sugar pre mix. Excellent. The salsa that comes with the chips is spicy, be aware of that. I like clean restrooms and these restrooms were spotless and smelled good. The inside is covered with dollar bills, the walls outside are covered in stickers, very cool. The food was amazing. We had the beef Mocaljete. It's big enough to share and the dish it came in kept it hot over the 30 minutes we took to eat it. It was huge and we couldn't finish it. We will be back here again and again.
I came for a drink while walking through town. There are dollar bills that around the venue. They have bar food and drinks. I had a Cadillac margarita per the waiter's suggestion. It definitely could have been better. It tasted as if I was drinking juice. I don't think there was any alcohol at all. Service was fine.
Okay- I just loved the vibe, loved the little patio, my photos turned out great with all the dollar bills in the background. Service was excellent, my Paloma gave me a little buzz, the Torta carnita sandwich was the best ever! Massive! Enough for both of us. Great chips, good salsa, yummy guacamole!
This place was recommended by our Royal Caribbean Cruise shuttle attendant. It's a short 7 minute walk from the cruise shuttle drop off area in downtown Ensenada. It's known for its fish and shrimp tacos. However, they didn't have fish or carne asada tacos on a Sunday afternoon, which was disappointing. Our group ordered shrimp tacos, chilaquiles, and a mixed molcajete (chicken, steak, shrimp), and all the dishes were great. The Cadillac and mango margaritas were refreshing and delicious. Our server spoke English and took our order quickly, though it did take some time for our alcoholic drinks to arrive at the table. Nonetheless, they were worth the wait. The total for 8 people was $155.00 USD. Overall, the food was excellent, the service was efficient, and the ambiance was pleasant. I would recommend giving El Corralito a try, especially if you're a fan of shrimp tacos and delicious margaritas.
The place is clean and offers a full bar plus restaurant. You can dine indoors or be seated outside. We did not come here to eat, so we sat at the bar. I did not want to drink so I ordered a Diet Coke. What makes this bar unique is its money decor. The bills you see are real and depending on where and what the patrons wrote on it, you can have a laugh or be puzzled by it. I was able to go behind the counter (where the bar is) to place the dollar bill on the counter. Hope in 3-5yrs when we return, we will be able to see it there. Great service! I'll try the food next time.
Really dope spot in Ensenada to drop into and have a drink or food and catch a vibe. Make sure u have a dollar bill cuz the whole place is filled with them and it really adds to the ambience. The servers are all super cool and the drinks are top tier. We only went for drinks when we went but the chips and salsa was really good so I can imagine the food is good too. They even have their own beer that's brewed specifically for them which is really good.Definitely will b going back here when I'm back out that way. read more
Such a fun place with fun vibes music playing cute decorations service was rlly good everyone super nice to us I love the ambience! We ordered the Mexico nachos and I got 3 taco 2 asada. This place was very touristy the food wasn't good or authentic read more
This was our fifth and last port to stop on this Princess Hawaii Islands / Ensenada Mexico cruise, once we disembark we took a shuttle to downtown.We stumble up this colorful restaurants, there is a pato in the front, as we enter we were quite Impressed. El Corralito restaurant is located in downtown Ensenada, this place is covered with dollars bills from the walls to the ceiling and even the light fixtures, we were seated right away by a beautiful senorite that very nice and friendly. We ordered tacos pescado, tacos pollo, guacamole & chips, limonada mineral water and a fresa soda, the food was sbsolutely delicious, real authentic Mexican food. They give you a marker and tape just in case we wanted to sign a buck and leave our mark in Ensenade....I did. I would highly recommend this for great food and awesome vibes. read more
El Corralito is an absolute gem tucked in the heart of Ensenada's busiest strip. Yes, you're right in the middle of the action. We started outside to soak up the energy, but between the vendors, mariachi bands, and constant interruptions, we moved inside. Inside , the walls are covered in dollar bills with handwritten messages. The colorful artwork, warm atmosphere, and cozy vibe made it feel like an authentic experience I ordered the chicken enchiladas and they were incredible as they were stuffed with perfectly tender chicken wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich, flavorful sc sauce. Every bite was savory. We had a one-year-old with us (who had no intention of sitting still), and to our relief, there was a cozy little play area set up in the corner. It was a small touch, but one that made a huge difference. Service is great. Friendly, attentive, bilingual. The server made us feel right at home and made everything easy. TLDR: If you're in Ensenada and craving an authentic, flavorful, and family-friendly meal , this meets your needs! read more
We stopped in Ensenada on from our Princess cruise ship. We read ahead of time that we need to try the local taco scene. I love me some good tacos! So we stopped here on the suggestion from a local shop owner. I ordered a Carnitas and Shrimp taco, Hubby ordered Chicken and Shrimp. We shared a Chicken Quesotaco, Guacamole and salsa. By far the guacamole and shrimp tacos were the stars of this meal! The shrimp tacos came with fajita vegetables, they were absolutely delicious! We both ordered flour tortillas and were happy they were fresh and yummy. The salsa was pretty spicy so I had it all to myself. Before our meal we were serenaded by a guitar player that stopped by our table. (Of course we tipped him $5). He let me choose a happy song or a romantic one, we chose happy! He was really good. Just note the guac and salsa came out fast. Our drinks took a little longer but the food was obviously freshly prepared so it takes a bit longer to come out. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to get back to your ship. It's really close to the shuttle bus parked near McDonald's. Definitely check out this place! They have a large menu and you'll definitely find something you love! read more
7 months ago
This place rocked. Amazing and massive tacos, great chips, spicy salsa, best beans I've ever had. Eat here you Won't be disappointed. Staff is great and food was beyond amazing. read more
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One of my favorite places to visit when we go to Ensenada. Rather it be taking a cruise or driving from San Diego. Ask for Lee the amazing bartender he always makes the best drinks no matter what it is, and takes cares of all the guests. The service there is top notch the servers are fast and friendly. The bar is covered with dollars everywhere so when you go leave a memory as them for a sharpie and tape and place a dollar anywhere. I wish I could give this place more stars, go visit if you are in town. read more
El Corralito boasts a delightful local vibe that we absolutely adore. The bartenders and servers are always incredibly friendly, and their margaritas are simply the best! The food is delicious, and the homemade salsa packs a spicy punch. They even serve their own local brew, Cerveza Corralito! It's a fun and relaxing spot where you'll encounter both locals and tourists enjoying the atmosphere. And if you'd like to be serenaded by talented musicians, don't forget to show your appreciation with a tip for the cantadores! Arrrrribbbbbbaaaaa!!! read more
The outdoor seating a good. Clean and not noisy like some of the other restaurants in downtown. Our server was very polite and accommodating and didn't care that my nephew had a Coke from McDonald's. The food, I have been here a couple times when taking the Carnival Cruise to Ensenada. It's a good place to grab local tacos. I like Asada, pastor, and carnitas tacos here. It's my must stop. read more
I've been to Ensenada for years and years and have walked by this place many times. I feel dumb now for not stopping here and enjoying the food and drinks. The margaritas are amazing. My girlfriend says they're some of the best she's ever had, she's an expert. The margaritas are made fresh, not with a high sugar pre mix. Excellent. The salsa that comes with the chips is spicy, be aware of that. I like clean restrooms and these restrooms were spotless and smelled good. The inside is covered with dollar bills, the walls outside are covered in stickers, very cool. The food was amazing. We had the beef Mocaljete. It's big enough to share and the dish it came in kept it hot over the 30 minutes we took to eat it. It was huge and we couldn't finish it. We will be back here again and again. read more
8 months ago
The service was amazing and so was all time food. Everything was very fresh and the drinks were too. Their margaritas were bomb! read more
9 months ago
I came for a drink while walking through town. There are dollar bills that around the venue. They have bar food and drinks. I had a Cadillac margarita per the waiter's suggestion. It definitely could have been better. It tasted as if I was drinking juice. I don't think there was any alcohol at all. Service was fine. read more
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Okay- I just loved the vibe, loved the little patio, my photos turned out great with all the dollar bills in the background. Service was excellent, my Paloma gave me a little buzz, the Torta carnita sandwich was the best ever! Massive! Enough for both of us. Great chips, good salsa, yummy guacamole! read more
This place was recommended by our Royal Caribbean Cruise shuttle attendant. It's a short 7 minute walk from the cruise shuttle drop off area in downtown Ensenada. It's known for its fish and shrimp tacos. However, they didn't have fish or carne asada tacos on a Sunday afternoon, which was disappointing. Our group ordered shrimp tacos, chilaquiles, and a mixed molcajete (chicken, steak, shrimp), and all the dishes were great. The Cadillac and mango margaritas were refreshing and delicious. Our server spoke English and took our order quickly, though it did take some time for our alcoholic drinks to arrive at the table. Nonetheless, they were worth the wait. The total for 8 people was $155.00 USD. Overall, the food was excellent, the service was efficient, and the ambiance was pleasant. I would recommend giving El Corralito a try, especially if you're a fan of shrimp tacos and delicious margaritas. read more
9 months ago
The place is clean and offers a full bar plus restaurant. You can dine indoors or be seated outside. We did not come here to eat, so we sat at the bar. I did not want to drink so I ordered a Diet Coke. What makes this bar unique is its money decor. The bills you see are real and depending on where and what the patrons wrote on it, you can have a laugh or be puzzled by it. I was able to go behind the counter (where the bar is) to place the dollar bill on the counter. Hope in 3-5yrs when we return, we will be able to see it there. Great service! I'll try the food next time. read more
8 months ago
Cool spot for drinks. Been here twice on trips to Ensenada and both times had a great time. The service has always been good here. I've never tried the food here yet. The lime margaritas are really good here. I will be back next time I'm i in Ensenada. read more
2 years ago
We had great food in a fun atmosphere. The wait staff was attentive and sang happy birthday for my mom with a guitar and everything. All told, it was about $90 US for lunch for four with four margaritas. I recommend using US cash in Ensenada. read more
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The setting is awesome ! food is amazing authentic Mexican food. The service was great what more can you ask for ? read more
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Took SO long to get our food. Our group is very patient but we wasted a lot of time at the restaurant before heading back to the cruise. And then the food was sad. I've never seen tacos made like this: dry meat, rolled up in a stale tortilla, with no other ingredients other than picked onions. A very sad representative of Mexican food for those visiting for the first time. read more
3 years ago
Great find thanks for a snack off the cruise ship. We all had street tacos and our 18+ had margaritas. read more
This place was great, we came here on a Sunday evening. The decor is pretty cool, make sure you bring your single dollar bills so you can leave it in the wall with your name on it The ambiance was great, we had a trio that came in and played a couple of songs for us and it totally set the tone. The food was fantastic, we had the chicken wings, burger and nachos. It was all pretty good, our drinks were also on point. I totally recommend this place. read more
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Came in for a beer and Margaritas. Got chips and guacamole. Chips were stale and guacamole bland. They served us mini beer bottles. Told us it was 1$, then when the beer came it was more. Margaritas on the rocks, had no alcohol or watered down. Blah taste Others around us were complaining as well. Food plates around us did not look appetizing. Cool bar. Service was quick. 1 drink then move on. read more
4 years ago
We came here upon a visit to Ensenada. We had to wait an excessively long time to get a table as they were all dirty. Our waiter never brought us chips and salsa. My daughter had a torta, and it was huge, but she said she has better elsewhere. My boys got the nachos which they said were good. I had steak and shrimp fajitas. They were so bland in taste, I didn't even finish them. When we got the bill it was 1260 pesos which should have been 64.78. He wrote on our receipt 70 dollars. There was another review here, where they said the same thing happened to them. I didn't question it, and just paid the bill as it was just me and my kids. Just be aware read more
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Av. Adolfo López Mateos 626
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