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El Meson

3.3 (97 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Abby M.

This is a solid spot if you're searching for some good Mexican food! The inside isn't anything fancy, it's the typical local Mexican restaurant vibes. The salsa is served in a big bowl which is nice not to have to ask for more with a big group. I ordered the chicken chimichanga. It was good sized & came smothered with queso & rice and beans. I also got the classic Margherita, which was good, but didn't seem like there was much alcohol at all in it for the price. Overall a good spot for a quick dinner!

Madison S.

This restaurant never disappoints! This place is no frills, and you can always expect quick service and quality food. During my last visit, I ordered the chimichanga and it was on the table within 10 minutes of arriving to the restaurant! As you can see in the pictures, you get a massive amount of food and the prices are great as well! A consistently great place for a quick meal!

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Amanda M.

El Meson is consistently busy which speaks for their food and service. Everything I've ever ordered has come out quickly and with good quality ingredients. The servers make sure you never want or need anything and explain menu items if needed. The frozen margaritas are good here and the enchiladas Cancun are phenomenal, the shrimp are perfectly cooked- not tough and chewy like you can get at other establishments.

Here's your $11 taco salad people! No lettuce, no meat, a couple of spoonfuls of onion and peppers was about it! I also got some kind of gross soggy taco from them that I didn't order. Second picture.

Randy D.

Nice place, lively decor and very reasonable prices. Had the pollo com crema and was very tasty. Does not come with tortillas so I asked for corn. Salsa and chips come standard. Rice was good, I'm not a huge fan of refried beans but they were ok. Service good. I'd definitely gonna k if I'm in the area again

My favorite dish... chicken chimichanga

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10 years ago

First visit was extremely enjoyable! Service was courteous and fast. Food was awesome, prices are phenomenal! Can't wait to visit again!

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Salsa was not good. They forgot Stevens shrimp. They are deffinately good. Check out the county line location. Just a restaurant.

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13 years ago

Very inexpensive. Food not heated and not very spicy. Service indifferent. Mi Amigos is better and definitely Taco Bell is better.

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11 years ago

I've never done a review before, but if you value your intestines, stay away. Have not been feeling good all day. I will never go again.

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El Meson - mexican - Updated June 2026

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