Tried this place after we did a hike. Coming from Texas I'm not really a fan of New Mexican Mexican food. This place tho is as close to Tex Mex as I can get. The food here is amazing. My son had the fajitas and the nice touch is they come with jalapeños grilled on them. I had the cheese enchiladas and they very amazing. If on this side of the mountain or even if you aren't give this place a try! read more

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This was by far the worse food I've ever had. I was so excited to try it, I walked in to place my order, paid $34.00 plus $7 tip. I ordered carne asada with a shredded beef enchilada, rice and beans. What we got was a flour tortilla with some dry shredded beef with tons of melted cheese. No sauce, no salsa, there was maybe two tablespoons of very dried out rice, beans that probably came out of a can. I also ordered a chimichanga...again same dried out shredded beef with no taste at all, please trust me....this was the worse food I've ever had, we couldn't even give it to our dogs. I asked the young man as I walked out with my food if there was salsa in the bag he said "yes"NOPE NO SALSA NO CHIPS if I could put a -10 I would read more

El Mariachi - Carne asada with a shredded beef enchilada rice and beans wasn't that - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

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Outstanding menu items. Fresh guacamole. Yummy chorizo fundido, Barrias tacos, and enchiladas. Order at the counter, sit at one of the handful of tables inside. $70 for 3 adults, 2 entrees, 2 apps & 3 non alcoholic drinks. We didn't order, but their family options looked like a great option. read more

I love this place. The mini carne asada tacos are my go to, but the nachos are pretty darn good, as well . This is my favorite local place to eat, I checked out the all you can eat Sunday brunch today, and I'm looking forward to trying that one weekend. The employees are beyond friendly and welcoming. I have a subtract a star for the amount of flies that swarm you and your food while you eat. Hanging fly tape is gross, but it beats having flies. read more

I judge a restaurant by how much unedible gristle is in the Carne asada. I'm halfway through my first Carne asada burrito and so far have run into 6 pieces of gristle that I could not eat. The meat seems like dry leftovers from two days ago. Person at the register was nice and friendly. When I asked my wife if she would go there again, it was a flat, NO. First time and last time, that was easy. read more

El Mariachi - Super yummy looking, tastes as good as it looks burrito, half gristle, half Carne asada jerky, very dry, probably going to the dogs, - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

The food is delicious. They have indoor and covered outdoor seating. The service is effective. We keep coming back.

For my last meal in NM, I wanted something Christmas style but not fancy. This restaurant was definitely not fancy and could use some work on the outside eating area cleaning out the junk and making it pretty. However, the food was delicious, and the young woman manning the counter was ever so sweet. I ordered the cheese enchiladas plate with added chicken Christmas style, whole beans instead of refritos, no rice. It was heavy on chicken, light on cheese, but the sauces were outstanding. The red sauce was made of Chiles only, no tomato. The green sauce was pretty darned fiery. Loved them both! The bean pot liquor was very salty but the beans were delicious. My peaches ordered the combination plate with your choice of meat in a soft taco (he had carnitas), a cheese enchilada with red sauce, and a Chile relleno with green sauce. Peaches gave me a tiny bite of the relleno. The poblano was a wee bit spicy. The batter maintained its crunchy exterior. It was great! I thought the prices were reasonable for the portions and quality. If I lived in the area, I'd be back! read more

So good to have them around if it's the one on Juan tabo I love the service even when the kid is there he's so sweet! Especially the food no one else can top them. Definitely recommend read more

We have been supporting all our local businesses for years. So Yelpers everywhere are support local businesses everywhere. So El Mariachi was on our radar to try. Today was the day!! I have been craving menudo for a few weeks but wasn't sure if I would find some as delicious as my moms. Well I had a little doubt but I was willing to try. It wasn't quite my moms but it was darn yummy. My craving has been met! Other family members ordered a breakfast burrito that was great. Maybe not what New Mexican are accustomed to real potatoes diced not hash browns, eggs and cheese all cooked together. Now we know New Mexico is known for some good tortillas and these were some very authentic ones. I'm not positive but I am fairly sure the tortillas were made on site. They reminded me of making tortillas with my mom and abuelita growing up. Finally also was the carne asada which were cooked to perfection. The corn tortillas stayed perfectly warm on our way home. Finally a word on their salsa very very delightful. read more

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It is closed. Will reopen at a new location. I was looking forward to their Chile Relleno

Cedar Crest holds a gem! El mariachi is a fantastic little spot to stop for lunch or dinner! Eating indoors or outdoors, the smells of the food only make your stomach more hungry than it was before arriving. Three in our party and we all ordered different items. The food was quick to come out despite having a lot of customers. Everything on our table looked absolutely amazing! I am very glad that we stopped here to eat as it is a place that we will still return! When passing through Cedar crest, you'll want to stop by for sure! read more

El Mariachi - Very nice place - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

The food was amazing and the service was superb! We had the tamales, street tacos, beef tacos, frito pie, quesadillas, and a burger.

There are few choices in the area and this one has potential, but they are not quite there. The inside could use some sprucing up. On this visit, the only fountain drink they has was Hi-C. The wait was 40 minutes because they have so many phone orders and a very small kitchen. I got the Taco Plate. The tacos were SPECTACULAR! The refried beans were average. The rice was inedible. Either it was old or under cooked, but there were so many crunch hard parts I just couldn't eat it. My husband got the enchilada. They were too spicy to be enjoyable. We like good chili, but when that's all you taste, it's not enjoyable. I understand it's difficult and they are understaffed just like many of the businesses these days, so I'm giving 3 stars for the tacos... because I would defiantly eat those again. I'm hoping this place can work things out because there is a lot of potential and I'm local to the area. I am invested in a good Mexican food establishment. read more

Food was great! Service was also great! Had great convo with the owner! I would recommend the rellenos! Red chile was nice and spicy!!

This place is really good. Carnitas burrito is top notch. Love NM but this place reminds me of Mexican food in Southern California. Fresh ingredients, sensible menu, staff that obviously love eachother. Great spot! read more

We found this little gem on google maps and so glad we went a few minutes and miles out of our way and stopped. First off Ozzie was fabulous with asking all the right questions regarding our order, offered to bring our order out to us as we were sitting outside on the patio since we were traveling with our pups. Food was fantastic! The tacos are like I've never had, shell was fried on the stove! Husband tried the El Mariachi plate and said it was really good! Ozzie was so polite and friendly, made us feel at home. If in the area stop in and enjoy, you won't regret it! Oh and plenty of patio seating, covered and out of the weather with some Mountain Views. And parking for trailer or RV next door. read more

Ordered their all pastor tacos, I must say one side crunchy the other SUPER soggy. The rice taste like instant rice, bleh. Not good at all. The beans were decent. To add the young emo guy behind the counter really RUDE! Zero customer service! Kept walking outside to smoke his e-cig! Cmon it's a restaurant. People are sitting outside!You ask will I return, NEVER AGAIN! read more

El Mariachi - El pastor tacos. - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

Tasty food and nice staff. Nice outdoor porch area with tables to eat at. I love how vegan and vegetarian friendly they are. They make tasty fake meats, have a section of the menu dedicated to vegan fare, and do a monthly vegan buffet that benefits a local farm animal sanctuary. Tasty salsas, grilled veggies, etc. read more

This place is recommended to me by Spears automotive. This burrito is packed with flavor. 5.75 plus tax for a handheld burrito. I am very impressed with the flavor of the burrito and how quick the service was. If you're up in the cedar Crest area I highly recommend you stop here even if you need it to go. read more

El Mariachi - Front of building - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

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Excellent! The quality and flavors of this restaurant has actually gone up over time. It is on par with our favorite Mexican restaurant in ABQ. Staff is very friendly. So happy to have this place on our side of the mountain. read more

Food is good but online ordering can be tricky and they may not see it. Call in if you can.

The newest restaurant to the East Mountains. The food was delicious and chili's were flavorful. The red chili tasted authentic and homemade. The green chili was just the right of spice. I also had the carne burrito with avocado. Chip and a salsa bar made There were several vegetarian options that I would love to try. If you can support this little spot during the opening they will be around for many years to come. read more

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This place is a true gem in Cedar Crest for Mexican food. We all ordered burritos for our first try of this location and all of us liked it enough to commit to coming back. They also have vegan options available as well. It was jam packed during lunchtime with all the locals and construction crews eating here. It can take a bit to get your food when they are busy, but it is worth the wait. read more

Great food before. Today, not so good - actually really not so good. Very disappointed. Maybe a different cook? Please El Mariachi, read my review for your best interest and be aware that today's take out was nothing like what we ate there before . What happened?? Hope you return to that great place we remember. Consistency. Very important. Our best wishes. read more

Tremendous food and very nice people! The deshebrada burrito is incredible. Love taking visitors here.

Humble small restaurant with outstanding flavor and freshness. We had the combination plate. Everything was delicious. Don't pass it up.

Fantastic Food and Service !!Owner very nice and efficient. All the locals love this place

Great burritos especially the carne asada burritos and delicious tacos. The service is always wonderful.

Best place in the East Mountains for Mexican food! Good prices too. Can dine in or out and has beer and wine.

I bought 7 qts of Carne Adovada for a reception. The owner added both corn and flour tortillas, along with a container of red chili without me asking for them. Everthing was delicious!!! read more

Excellent, tipico... really fresh and delicious Tacqueria with a great menu. Staff are just wonderful... a neighborhood treasure already! read more

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Great Spot, great people and they do a lot for community. They have traditional and new dishes, great combinations and all priced right.

The food selection is amazing. Everything we have tried there has been worthy to go back again and again. The customer service is great. They are so friendly and helpful. I like how there is plenty of seating. read more

Excellent food!! We had two huge bowls of posole - best we've ever had. Prices are very reasonable and the young man at the counter was so friendly. Definitely recommend! read more

El Mariachi - Posole - Seafood Near Me - Cedar Crest, New Mexico

Delicious vegan options including flautas, quesadillas, gorditas, and tacos served with amazing customer service. Loved sitting outside enjoying the fresh air from the patio. Don't forget to take some of their salsa to go! It's amazing on everything! read more

I tried this place for the first time 2 days ago. I got the mushroom tacos. They were really good! The beans & rice on the side were also 10/10. It was so good I had to go another time. This time around I got a Carne Asada burrito & my partner got a Frito Pie Burrito (whaaaaa?!). Both were really delicious. We got a side of chips & guac too (which was also 10/10). Love the area that it's located. The employees there made it feel very welcoming. Okay, to sum it up... please get some food from here! read more

I have loved the food until today. My wife and I bought the beef fajitas plate. I have eaten fajitas in many different places in Texas, Arizona, California, and New Mexico for the last 20 years. These are absolutely the *worst* fajitas I have ever had. There were 75% grilled bell peppers, 5% grilled tomatoes, 1 tiny sliver of onion, a couple of slices of jalapeño and 20% meat. The meat was tough and burnt. My advice if you buy the fajitas here: just dump them in the trash. It is better to leave hungry, than to suffer through this horrible meal. To be fair, other food here is pretty good ... or at least has been until now. read more

Wonderful Mexico street tacos!! Great staff!! Perfect place to stop on highway 14!!!!! read more

They're friendly, I'll give 'em that...but I've tried them three times and that's enough. First try they couldn't get the order right, green chile chicken burrito was beef (re-order was chicken but with red). Second try was take out, family size assorted tacos, got home and found they were burnt badly (had to throw 1/3 of them out. Third try was combo fajitas...again burned badly, not just over cooked but blackened, dry, and impossible to chew and swallow. Cost $50 for two people!!! I'm done. read more

Great food, service, very nice out of the way location. Perfect for a Sunday drive plus going here avoids Sunday brunch traffic in Albuquerque. Both my significant other and I enjoyed our Mexican meal. Owner friendly. All good is made from scratch on site except for tortillas which are made fresh elsewhere. read more