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    El Magey Mexican Restaurant

    4.0 (127 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    EL MAGEY MEXICAN RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Curtis S.

    They had some really good Tres leches cake and the best tacos in Baton Rouge. They waiter was super nice and the place had a great feel and atmosphere.

    Menudo and other soups on Sundays
    Van N.

    Food : for a Mexican buffet, the taste and quality is pretty good especially for the price! On Sundays only, they offer specialty soups like menudo and pazole! Yummmmm Service : self serve. Ambiance : neat and welcoming

    Chicken enchiladas, refried beans, rice
    Robin B.

    El Magey has been here for a number of years. I love Mexican food and look to try new ones and even though it has been a long time coming, it was worth the wait. The food was good and our server was very friendly, helpful, and sweet. The atmosphere was good and casual. It was perfect for a Sunday afternoon pregame meal.

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    Kate F.

    Always gets better, this has been one of my favorite places for years. The buffet has fresh fruit and salad, vegetables, two types of queso, so many things to select from. The watermelon was crisp, there are quesadillas, beef and jalapeño cheese burritos, several types of desert, flan, tres leches cake, soapapillas, tamales. They give you chips and salsa, the salsa is fresh, the chips are great. They add new items all the time. Fried fish, bbq chicken, diablo shrimp but not spicy, all the sides come with the buffet like sour cream, pico de gallo, cilantro, it's amazing. I paid $20.95 but it's always the best. Great atmosphere. You cannot go wrong at this place.

    Chili rellenos with queso , tamale and beans
    Teresa W.

    This is a great buffet with everything on it chichangas, tamales, enchilada, taco's, fish, tamales and so much more. It's all delicious

    Erin M.

    Highly recommend this place when you want a good variety of Mexican food. It's off the beaten path of Siegen and when you walk in the place is clean and inviting. They keep the buffet stocked and with many options like chicken fajita, pork fajita, Mexican rice, tacos, grilled fish, quesadillas, and some other non traditional dishes. The variety changes on lunch and dinner but keeps the same options mentioned above. Everything is hot and fresh to say it is a buffet. They also will bring you chips and salsa to the table if you want it. If you like spicy salsa, try the extra spicy or the habanero salsa on the bar and thank me later. Reasonable pricing (just really wish they had a bar and this would make it the perfect spot) and great service. Pretty sure this is a legit chose for many BR natives.

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    Craig R.

    Great variety on the buffet. The flautas and taquitos were really good. Shrimp were fresh but could use more seasoning. The salsa was good and had a nice kick But them lengua was horrible. They don't clean off the outer membrane on the cow tongue but it was tender so not the problem. There wasn't any flavor and the gravy it was cooked in was greasy and bland usually not a problem with Mexican food.

    Mallori D.

    Best Mexican buffet! The food is great and so was the service. They need to serve alcohol and it was a little pricey. But worth it!

    Carnitas, enchilada verde, steamed veggies

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    Food super fresh !! Service was amazing!! We enjoyed every thing about our experience!!

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    3 months ago

    Decent food, good service, clean restaurant. Kinda pricey now, and they stopped rewards program.

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    Great people and great food. I really enjoy this place every time I go there. It's always clean as well.

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    What can I say? My grandchildren love this place. The food is good but the prices are getting a little too high for a buffet.

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    OMG... what a yummy spot that has been sleepy secret until NOW…read more... The food is so fresh, authentic and delicious. Dinner starts with complementary chips and salsa that are super yummy. Got the trio dip that has this cheesy gooey queso , corn with herbs and cheese and chunky guacamole. We order the carne asada and poncho mixto. The freshness of the food. I will go back and continue to try a new dishes ! But they also have tacos and burritos. The drinks were good too!!! Service was awesome. Gloria was our waitress and she provided some assistance with the choices made. We ate in the bar area. The ambiance of the restaurant is super cute for a girls night out or a first dinner date or a date night with that special someone.

    First chips were nice and warm and crispy and the salsa had a really unique flavor that I wasn't…read moreaccustomed to. It wasn't spicy like most salsa that I taste, but it also had a different flavor. I couldn't really put my finger on what the difference was, but it was really good. I ordered the Carne Asada and it was 10 out of 10 for presentation. The dish came steaming, sizzling and smoking as they sat it down and it continued to do so for over a minute. While the steak was cooked properly, medium well as I requested, it was very tough. Maybe it was an angry cow. Regardless, the staff was very attentive. And the service was very fast. Ambience was nice and it felt very comfortable although it was a bit cold so I had to go and get a jacket for my mom and my sister-in-law. I would give them another try the next time I'm in the area. The menu had a few options that I would be interested in.

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    We have been regular customers here weekly for over two years…read more Jim Uridales goes out of his way to cook the most delicious cuisine in our area. There are many choices on the menu. Tonight I got Spanish coffee and a chili relleno. The Spanish coffee is an alcohol drink that can be used as a dessert. Yummy! The chili rellenllo was filled with dellicious ground seasoned beef. It has a coating and is deep fried. The pulled pork quesadillas are so yummy- this is what my hubby got tonight. I like the way the seating is here. There are booths and tables and all are comfortable. Though you may be sitting near another table, the acoustics are such that others talking are not bothersome. This is a pet peeve for me- many times I would rather eat at home - but here, the restaurant here feels like our family now. They are known for their delicious margaritas; but the bar can mix most any drink . I love Mestizos, the yummy food and varied menu mmm is the word! My husband and I are self proclaimed foodies. We love most everything on their menu. The chefs Dad owned a Mexican restaurant in Baton Rouge for years- " Carlos" Uridales inspired his son, Jim, to open his own restaurant. Mestizos has been in business for over 25 years. Jim Uridales and his crew are also benevolent members of Baton Rouge and they are a service oriented group of professionals. The menu prices are slightly higher on some items, however, scallops with shrimp here are very delicious and perfectly browned in a buttery flavored manner and this menu item sells for 30 dollars and it's the most costly entree on the menu. Their tapas menu is more budget friendly and delicious. I urge you to try this delicious menu for yourself. We love their catering department too!

    Update. 2026. I mean, Jim Urdiales, the owner chef, is a friend. We were on the same culinary tour…read moreof the Yucatán. But this lunch is absolutely delicious. Mark Twain, or someone was famous for saying that the coldest winter he ever spent was a summer in San Francisco. And today I say with absolute sincerity (but slightly tongue in cheek), that the best meal I ever had in Mexico City was in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. If Michelin ever gives stars in Baton Rouge, Mestizo should on the list. Try the scallops in mole verde and the salmon in mole pistachio.

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    Modesto Tacos Tequila Whiskey

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    3.9
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    6.7 mi
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    We came on a Sunday, and I got a delicious brunch!…read more The restaurant wasn't busy for an early lunch, so we got seated right away. Immediately upon walking in, I loved all of the colors and the vibes of this Mexican restaurant. When you sit down, they bring chips and salsa to your table. I wasn't a huge fan of the salsa or the chips. The chips had some seasoning on them and to me, it didn't mix well with the salsa. The salsa was really thin, and I prefer a chunky salsa with a salted thick chip lol. I was feeling adventurous and got the French toast on the brunch menu. It was delicious! The berry compote and the two different syrups paired really well with it. The bacon that it came with was perfection. I ate every last bite. I did have a bite of my friends tacos, and they were good but on smaller side in my opinion. Our waitress was great and there were plenty of tvs to watch while we waited. But, we never waited long for anything!

    I've been coming here since they first opened, and while I've noticed the food quality has dipped…read moreslightly from those early days, it remains a solid choice for Tex-Mex in BR. This is definitely Tex-Mex rather than traditional Mexican, but it hits the spot if that's what you're craving. The real standout is the decor and ambiance, especially after renovating and expanding. It's a fantastic space to hang out and chitchat with friends over dinner. The service has always been great and efficient for me. I can't remember the server I often got - maybe Joshua? Their yearly Cinco de Mayo party is also always fun and a vibe! Overall, still a solid spot in Baton Rouge for Tex-Mex and close to LSU campus.

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