This was amazing the food was nicely cooked and very good. Their cheese is to die for and salsa is a solid 10/10. The wait time was only about 15 minutes in which our server was very attentive and cool. The surroundings could use work, but it's all about experience. I would like to give my first five star to a restaurant which was very deserving. 10/10 read more

Haven't been there in years, honestly since they took over the Catfish house years ago. Stopped in with some friends on a not very busy evening. The food was unfortunately disappointing! Fajitas were extra greasy and she spilled on two of our guest. No apologies!! Waited to long for refills and drink orders! Chips were stale, queso was watered down and milky!! For how little business they had we were disappointed in the service and food quality! Definitely will not be going back!!!! read more

We haven't been here in a while and went back today and still 5 star. We got seated immediately when we came in and they were pretty busy. I ordered steak Santa Fe as well as my daughter. My husband ordered Mexicana burrito and my daughter's boyfriend ordered shrimp. Food came out really quick hot and tasty. Our waitress was super sweet and I had a sangria, my daughter had a nonalcoholic frozen drink. Her boyfriend had a soda my husband had a beer and our whole order with everything came to $90.! my husband and daughter also had an appetizer the Mexican street corn. between ordering and our food coming out, the chips went fast fast because they're so delicious but one of the managers walked by said would you like some more chips and brought them over? I thought that was great. We didn't have to ask.!! this place is amazing. We will definitely be back. read more

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In the middle of Bowling Green right off the interstate, there is this Mexican restaurant. I was recommended and ordered the steak fajita burrito and it did not disappoint. We ordered food to go, and the staff was so friendly that took our order. He knew I wasn't from town so he gave some suggestions of places to go see. The food was absolutely amazing and apparently they have other locations in the area as well. read more

El Mazatlan - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

I was out of town this weekend, and needed a quick lunch. Since I did not have access to a car, I hopped on DoorDash to find something that could be delivered quickly. El Mazatlan Restaurant came through! After reviewing the menu, I decided to order a Fajita Taco Salad Lunch plate. I have NEVER had a Fajita Taco Salad Lunch that was in a bowl that looks like a huge taco!! So the presentation was impressive - let's talk about the taste. This taco salad was packed with flavor and delicious. The tortilla that was deep fried in the shape of a "stand and stuff" taco was super crispy. There were big chunks of grilled onions and bell peppers, along with slices of seasoned grilled chicken, topped with cheese sauce, lettuce, and pico de gallo. This all was topped with a scoop of homemade guacamole, and a scoop of sour cream, Thoroughly enjoyed my lunch! The chips and salsa served on the side was underwhelming (the salsa tasted too much like tomato and did not have any spice at all), but the Fajita Taco Salad made up for that in spades! Highly recommend! read more

El Mazatlan - Fajita Taco Salad Lunch - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Ordered Fajitas Jalisco. Except for the 4 shrimp, the chicken, beef, and vegetables were chopped into tiny pieces. There was maybe one ounce each of the chicken and beef. The refried bean accompaniment was about the thickness of a paintbrush swipe. All in all, a terrible value at $14.50. Too many Mexican restaurants in BG to get ripped off! read more

Service was fast but very cold waiter. Matter of fact. Dinner was out within minutes, the food wasn't even room temp. Flavor was good, but over all disappointment. TV's in bar weren't working. Just a lot of snow on screen. read more

Stopping thru for a quick dinner. It has Great prices, good service and clean. parking lot was packed which is a good sign. Food was excellent. read more

This place is clean and it is always very good and food is very tasty. Service is always simply wonderful. It is probably our go to place for in Bowling Green. read more

Fun for families with something for all ages and tastes! Healthy lettuce wrapped shrimp with pico de gallo is my fav!

Wrong order two times. I don't think the waitress understands english. The atmosphere is dark. Just passing through and wanted to try a new Mexican restaurant. What a let down. read more

Delicious from the chips & salsa to the entries.extremely fast service. Excellent wait staff! Recommend for families and all others! Wish it was closer. Would become a regular!!! read more

El Mazatlan - Chimichanga and chicken Fajita Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Ride motorcycle from Nashville to the Harley Davidson shop in Bowling Green. Store wasn't opened yet so we decided to grab lunch across the street. Either I have Covid or this is the most bland, flavorless food I've ever consumed. I ordered 2 taco lunch with rice and beans. First they brought the wrong food. Then, there was no cheese on my tacos when they came. My B/F ordered quesadilla and asked for a little queso on the side. THEY CHARGED 4.99!!! WTF! An appetizer of cheese dip was cheaper! Just passing through town. I'll know next time to skip this place. (Picture of tacos AFTER I added the cheese( read more

El Mazatlan - Taco - Lunch - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Always pleased with food & service A little loud but not disruptive Highly recommend if you love Mexican Cuisine read more

We love ordering pick up for El Maztalan! Great food, delicious, fast service and have never had a bad thing on the menu! I do recommend the Chori Chicken it's my fav! read more

El Mazatlan - Chori Chicken Flour Tortilla Chips - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

I ordered simple nachos with Beef. Unlike the photo on the menu they brought me ground beef. Hamburger with cheese and it was tepid temperature and disgusting. This location is on 31-W by pass off Fairview Ave read more

Just moved our daughter to Bowling Green for a new job. We were in the mood for some Mexican food. This one was just off I-65 on Cumberland Trace Rd. Not too far from her apartment. So, off we go! Two out door patio areas, and they weren't that busy. We opted for outdoor seating as it wasn't scorching hot. Our waitress, Shannon, was quick to the table, got our drink order and another girl brought us chips. We ordered the Sangarita. A margarita with a little attachment that pours a small bottle of Sangria into your glass. Good stuff. I think I would've/should've gotten it frozen instead of just ice, but hey, there's always next time (and there will be!!) I ordered the Burritos Potrillo Two flour tortillas wrapped around grilled shrimp, steak, chorizo, broccoli, pineapple and jalapeno. Topped with ranchera sauce and cheese dip. Served with rice. Seems like an odd mix of stuff, but It WORKS!! And a large portion, too. I could only eat half. (Even warmed up the next day, made a great lunch!) My wife had the #1 combo: . One taco, two enchiladas and rice. she was quite happy with it, and, it was big enough for leftovers, too. Daughter had the Chef Special: A bed of rice, topped with grilled chicken and cheese. She was quite happy with it since she had taken a liking to a dish in Nashville at a restaurant near her school. She said this was perfect and she'll be a regular there. Our waitress was good on checking up on us and was pleasant talking with us after we told her about our daughter moving there. She gave us some tips on places to see and things to do. But, importantly, she did her job quite well. I visit Bowling Green somewhat regularly as I travel and have a few accounts there. I have a feeling I'll be taking my daughter to dinner there on some of my visits! Happy to!! read more

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I've grown up going to El maz most of my life. Their food is still one of my favorite, but recently they've adapted a culture of rushing you through your meals. I came here with a party of 10, and not once did the server come back to refill our water or ask if we need anything else. Instead, they came back with the check right after giving our food, cashed out and disappeared. I wish this was a one off situation, but this has happen both in the Cumberland and Fairview locations. If they just gave us time and asked us if we wanted another drink then we would have easily spent another 200$. I understand if the restaurant was full but we were the only people in the back with plenty of open tables. Just disappointed because I love this restaurant but the service has gone down hill. Please work on this. read more

When you order to go you don't get what you ordered paid 41$ for two meals and didn't even get one full meal. Especially when ordering a special you think the few things in their menu they could get right very disappointed. Not to mention it was awful as far as flavor goes. Have been ordering from for years not anymore. read more

Probably the best Mexican food in bowling green, this place had great savory food the chicken was well seasoned and they gave entire black beans instead of refried beans which I love. Not the traditional Americanized food this is the real deal! read more

El Mazatlan - Pollo Chicken Santa Fe - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Ehhh. I thought we went to this one before but we didn't. The food was mediocre and service just a tad bit better. They appeared crazy busy but weren't. Beans and rice didn't have a lot of flavor and margaritas were weak. I have better but I've also had much worse. read more

I've never gotten anything that was not good, and have been dining here for years. Excellent authentic Mexican food, excellent service. Food is usually arriving at the table 7-10 minutes after ordering. Love this place, go here at least once a week. The recent remodel looks great, but I miss the 3D dolphins on the wall. read more

Stopped here for lunch after visiting the Corvette Museum. Quick and friendly service, delicious food. Very good flavors, the tomatillo & habanero sauce were top notch. We ordered two containers of it to take home. Very reasonably priced, Would come back for sure! read more

El Mazatlan - Fajitas Jalisco Fajitas Tropical Fajitas Habanero Sauce Tomatillo Sauce - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

We just moved here and I was looking for a good Mexican restaurant and this place was great! It looks nice and clean and new and my son loved the fish. The chips and salsa were just ok but the fresh food made up for it. They use more fresh ingredients than I've seen in most Mexican restaurants and it tastes delicious! We will be back! read more

Nice restaurant, clean and organized. Food was delicious and reasonably priced. Service was fast paced at some points, and slower at others. Good atmosphere for dinner or celebrations. We also had next to no wait time. read more

El Mazatlan - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

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we ordered 4 kid's quesadillas, and 2 adults. We also ordered a coke, and margaritas which was fine. But when we got the bill they charged us for all adult quesadillias and they asked me why I was complaining bc my grandkids are 7 and 10 in no way they are adults. So apparently they told me that this was the bill and they wouldn't do anything about it ! So I paid it and told them I will never ever be back. We ate dinner there at least 2/3 times a month. You know what the manager said?? See you next month.,. He will never see us again. and I will tell everyone how bad they rip people off if there not paying attention. read more

Wife and I stopped going both N and S on I-65. Great find. The shrimp taco lettuce wraps are unique and very tasty. Will stop here again. read more

I was visiting here and my local family wanted to go to this restaurant. I am from SE Michigan but we have much better Mexican food offerings. I felt the portions were small and the food just so so. Service was okay. He was very busy so I have given him something of a break since another person shuttled the food and it was hot. Never came back to see if we were happy and if we needed a refill. There are 7 of these restaurants and I honestly don't know why. Sorry. read more

For Mexican food, it's good! We particularly enjoy the service as everyone is always friendly. It's a happy, clean restaurant! I love the salsa but the chips are usually on the burnt side (maybe it's the oil?). My husband always orders the shrimp fajitas. I love the guacamole! read more

El Mazatlan - Huervos rancheros! - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Came here to grab some dinner on Fathers Day. I'm probably biased as I'm used to excellent Mexican food at home in Texas. This wasn't even close! The salsa tasted like tomato sauce and the chips are thick and hard. The service was poor and I'm pretty sure my "Mexican Mojito" had no alcohol in it. The fajitas were chewy although they did arrive hot. The sides were bland and tasteless. Overall a huge disappointment. I should have known better than looking for quality Mexican food this far north. read more

I have been here twice on my visits to the area and I have been very impressed with the food and drink prices & selection, service, and quality of our food. No complaints! Plenty of outside seating with fountains. I must recommend the fajitas and Queso dip. read more

El Mazatlan - Mexican Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Fast professional service, good value and good food.I ordered the fajita salad and although tasty, I was surprised that it was more like a large taco than a salad, it probably had about a 1/2 cup of lettuce and tomato and the rest was meat, sautéed veggies and cheese. read more

Our waiter was super nice, food was okay but the lady at the front who we paid with was RUDE!! Acted like we were an inconvenience for paying our bill. That interaction is the reason we will go somewhere else. read more

Excellent Mexican food. Tasty margaritas. Sat quickly. A really enjoyable experience overall

Excellent Food, great staff and service, we will definitely go again! we went to the one on Cumberland trace Road it's absolutely beautiful. If you like superb Mexican food and drinks go check them out read more

I love this place. I was one of the first customers after it was converted from a fish fry. There is literally nothing on the menu that is bad. The staff is absolutely fantastic and recognize repeat customers as if they are family. Certain servers are my favorite and the managers always greet us. I have a special margarita on the menu, they even put a special button for it. read more

This is your typical "Authentic" Mexican restaurant here in the midwest. It is really a mix of TexMex and Americanized Mexican foods, with little that is anywhere near authentic. The over-use (or use at all) of shredded ice-burg lettuce, sour cream and shredded cheese should be your clue. Those who rated this at 5-stars; meaning "above all excellent" - have not considered what that rating means, or do not know dining in general. Overall it rates a two-star for food. This is NOT five-star dining folks!! I ordered the crab quesadilla for 10$,, it was worth about a dollar. There were a few pieces of imitation crab meat mixed with gooey melted cheese, onion, and green pepper. (I dont remember the disclaimer that this was not real crab meat on the menu) Took two bites, looked inside - and set it aside. Told the server it was horrible, but it was not taken from the bill. I will eat about anything, but this looked gross and was just Bad. Got a fish taco instead. Lame as well. Smothered in ice-burg lettuce and a little cheese. Edible. The decor is very nice for sure; but does not make up for the very basic americanized-mexican fare. read more

Was excited to try the newest El Maz as I'm a fan favorite but I was incredibly disappointed! The food tasted a little off. They forgot half of our requests including lemons, shrimp, drinks, queso, etc. the waiter made inappropriate jokes as soon as we got to the table and pressured us to buy alcohol multiple times- even the person driving. The waiter then disappeared and we were given a new waiter who did not introduce herself. Then As we checked out the manager did not take our coupon and laughed at us. Will not being going to this el Maz again. read more

In real need of margaritas and good company, so I decided on this place. Convenient location and portion size is a lot of bang for the buck. Food was better than expected, and probably the best chain restaurant rice I've had. Was not a fan of the salsa, as it is thin and I like my salsa chunky. Had the chicken fajitas and they were delicious. Service was great and the patio where we sat was perfect and uncrowded. Minor things that kept this from 5 stars? The menu is very large (so if you like a lot of options, this may be great for you), and the salsa. I would actually rate this as 4.5 stars. read more

Was with a large group. Delighted to notice the service, food and drink delivery was exemplary. Varied menu, excellent tasty food, reasonable prices....Can't go wrong here!! read more