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    El Mariachi

    3.5 (321 reviews)
    ModerateCuban, Mexican, Spanish
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Margaritas (alcoholic beverage) lunch.  Feels so good.
    Maria A.

    El Mariachi Mexican Cantina on N. University Drive, Coral Springs, offers weekday lunch four (4) days a week only. Had I known I would have tried to go yesterday on Thursday. That said, request to dine outdoors was a breeze (pun intended) and the Winter Olympics was on tv. Waiter is Daniel who introduced himself as "Dani." Request of legendary busboy for " no chips" was also granted. "Dani" takes care of all food, drink, and bar delivery service to the table with a smile. He can entice by telling all about Sunday Brunch and Happy Hour which starts at 4 pm. Happy Hour, as I recall and as he hinted, is not to be missed. Chicken Soup, Salad, Lechon Tamale (appetizer portion yet a substantial size) and more is here for your enjoyment. Just remember Lunch Menu isn't offered on Friday or Saturday, as "Dani" graciously explained. Great place for margaritas. On this visit I drank Iced Tea which is very good because it tastes fresh-brewed. Unlike me, splurge and eat the Chips! All food is a treat!

    Amesha R.

    One of my most frequently visited restaurants. It's always great to sit outside under the fans it's never to hot. The server brings out your chips and each person has their own salsa which I dip at my own pleasure. Drinks are always on point. I order the same dish because it never fails it's always just as good as the first time I got it. Taco explosion salad with steak. I always recommend this spot for a lunch and or dinner and leave full

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    Jami W.

    So the thing is that I love nachos and this place gets them right! I've been here twice and each time they were consistent with the layers of cheese and meet and there was a bit of everything in one bite. Not only were the nachos good but the service was pretty good too. Their margaritas are the standard. They serve the traditional chips and salsa to start and the salsa is decent. My husband had their enchiladas with red sauce substituted and he cleaned his plate. This last time we went was on a Friday night and we sat outside. They had an entertainer singing and she could sing! The crowd seemed to enjoy her. I prefer outside seating, which was immediately available, but inside seemed to be the more popular option. Maybe I'll give another dish a try but being that I generally go for nachos, especially when they're that good, I can't guarantee it.

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    Jose B.

    Food was great, service was slow but friendly and attentive. The day was great so we sat outside. Get the lechon asado, you will not regret it

    Steven H.

    The food here is amazing. From the fresh, warm tortilla chips, to the whole fried snapper, which was all deliciously plated and tasty The restaurant is clean and has an authentic feel. Though the tables are too close together, which does not leave you much room for comfort While the server was knowledgeable and friendly, the service was extremely slow, and we received very little attention even while the location was empty. It only got worse once the restaurant filled up as time went on

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    G L.

    My husband, Chuck, and my brother, Raph, went here recently for Raph's birthday. He had been here before on his own but it was the first time for Chuck and I. The food was amazingly good, the atmosphere was very pleasant and our waiter, David, was very attentive to our needs and go us everything we needed for dinner. David even made Raph's night special with a sombrero and a song with dessert. It's a little restaurant in a very busy plaza, but what a way to just dine out to get away for a little bit. I'd recommend this to anyone for any occasion!

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    Christina D.

    TL;DR version- good food, terrible service. Had lunch at El Mariachi with my family, a party of 11 (six kids, five adults). As we sat down, a runner brought us some yummy warm chips and cold, fresh salsa. It took about 5-10 minutes for our server, Gabriel, to take our drink order. It took another 15 minutes to receive our drinks. My husband ordered a Patron margarita with no salt, but they forgot to pour in the sour mix or agave so it tasted like lime tequila. He sent it back for another one, and the replacement was mixed correctly, but the glass had salt on it. My husband just let it go. It took literally 40 minutes (from having sat down) for our server to take our order. It seems he was paying more attention to other tables (his own and other servers') instead of ours. My sister had to find him and ask him to take our order. His attentiveness did improve afterward. We all enjoyed our food (although the lechon was dry). The real standout was the churrasco steak. My husband and I will give this restaurant one more try but we will sit at the bar next time, hopefully for better service.

    Enchiladas Lunch Special
    Latasha B.

    Oooohhhh mmmmm ggggggg!!!!! The empanadas are the star here !!! Taste of home in love very pleasantly staff full bar and outside patio with tvs very rare find ,,,, lunch menu very affordable although you will pay $9 for 3 empanadas great price just want a plate full !!! Bathrooms nice and clean ,, not a lot of inside business at lunch ,,, they missing out .

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    genie s.

    Came on a Sat afternoon. Not too busy. Sat outside. Staff was friendly and recommendation for the NEW BARRÍA tacos. Fire! Tender roast and super tasty!! Will def be back for the mezcal margarita!! Just enough balance! Muah!!

    Sangria frozen Margarita, not what I wanted but delicious and refreshing none the less.
    Ginger H.

    Environment was nice, small family place. Steak was deliciously seasoned, tacos were full of thick juicy pieces of steak. I asked for them with cilantro, onions and lime, they aren't offered like this on the menu. I wanted a Paloma which they didn't offer and for flavored margaritas, they had some to choose from but no pineapple.

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    Serge A.

    The menu is amazing here. Great service. We sat outside on the patio. The price was excellent... I had two massive burritos with a sub white rice with this amazing chipotle sauce.. honestly it could be a plate for two at only $13.00. The ropa Vieja had such a rich flavor I didn't know which to eat. I will be back and soon

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    It's one of my favorites. The food is always good. I've been going there for years never been disappointed.

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    6 months ago

    Always consistently great service and delicious food!! Love the Mariachi singers!! We have been coming here for many years.

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    3 months ago

    So far great welcome. The place is very nice. For sure we'll come back. Margaritas are good!

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    The food is great. The music is on point and love the ambiance. Great place to get great drinks tok

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    8 months ago

    Awesome staff! Love the good and the food is always fresh. I just say I go here weekly and it

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    Great food great show terrible service , hostess needs to improve and management needs to make sure he trats all customers with respect

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