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    El Nopal Mexican Food

    4.6 (107 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

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    Good for kids

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    Britt B.

    Loved it! The best Birria tacos I've had in this area so far. The consommé was perfect. The plate comes with three tacos, rice, and beans and a can of soda for $16.75. We also tried a couple pastor tacos and they were equally delicious. I might skip the rice and beans next time and just get more tacos, haha! We also really enjoyed the Horchata. I'm not totally sure, but I got the feeling that this is a one man show. The man working there was very helpful and kind. He took our order, disappeared to the back, reappeared with our food and then came to check on us. The restaurant was clean and probably his Pride and Joy. I am so glad to have a great Birria spot close to home!

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    Yolanda M.

    Raul the owner , was so pleasant . He introduce himself and explained the whole menu to me ( Better service then some restaurants) the pricing was reasonable . I got the birria fries and birria taco meal , the meal comes with a soda. The food was sssssooooo delicious I can't believe I've pass this place over and over again and never gave it a second thought . It is so nice to have good , hot , healthy food in our own neighborhood, Thank you Raul!!!!!

    Carne Asada Fries

    Came because of a tik tok I seen. Food was way under seasoned. Carne asada fries had barely any meat and was mostly sour cream,cheese and tomato, maybe I'm used to how rallibertos across the street makes them which are fire. The strawberry horchata, hot sauce and carne tacos were good. Sorry but it was not good like I was expecting from the videos I've seen.

    Quesa birria, esquites, horchata

    10/10 DELICIOUS BEST EVER NEVER MISSES food, service and ambiance is always perfect pricing is good as well

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    Eugenia V.

    Lucky find! Was in the area waiting for car service and got lucky with this find, it was delicious

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    Aaron W.

    I really enjoyed my lunch today at El Nopal! The cashier/cook was super friendly and the place seemed clean and tidy. I had the El Birria taco plate which was rich and delicious, perfect with just a squeeze of lime! Will come by again to try other dishes and I'll report back! Ps: Lots of beer, wine, and real sugar drinks.

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    Alejandro F.

    Just literally had my 1st bite of the birria taco with cheese and omg it's really really good! The meat is flavorful but super tender and the tortilla it's in makes it even better. The consomé is legit and 100% amazing, the salsa roja is good but my favorite is the salsa verde! It's got a bit of sweetness and slightlyness to it but at the same time the heat kicks in and pleasantly lingers in your mouth adding to the taste and amazing experience. The Horchata is definitely a must as well!! I will definitely be coming back and bringing more people to experience the amazing food here, to Raul the owner está bien deliciosa su comida amigo y te espero para la próxima!!

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    Galia H.

    I was curious about the tacos árabes, since it isn't a very popular dish outside the central region of México. The taco was a bit smaller than expected, but super tasty, and with a very generous amount of meat. (Ate it too fast to get a photo). I also got a mulita de birria, and holy cow it was delicious. Not too greasy, and with so much meat! Will definitely be coming back whenever I'm in the area.

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    3 months ago

    The best, homemade, fresh ingredients, authentic Mexican food. And the owners are amazing.

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    Delicious food, quick and friendly service, and you can buy birria by the pound! I could drink the consommé alone and be fully satisfied!

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    2 years ago

    Really good and friendly. Opted for 3 tacos - al pastor and carnitas. Will certainly be coming back

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    The entire menu is good- but the birria fries and tots are my wife and I's comfort food- almost too good.

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    3 years ago

    The street tacos are legit and the spicy Cheeto burrito will leave you stuffed. Not much more you could ask for.

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    4 years ago

    Best Mexican food in Washington! El birria quesadilla is amazing and so is the breakfast burrito.

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    Love this place. Carne asada tacos are just like the ones in SoCal. I haven't found too many places in WA that I can say that.

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    We went here for a double date last night! Hostess was super friendly and accommodating as we…read morewalked in and asked if we prefer a booth vs table so we picked a booth! She took us to the back which featured a bar area and twinkling lights on the ceiling! Loved the plants and decors on the wall. Our server was so attentive and kind! Me and my girl friend's husband ordered the Mar Y Tierra, thinly cut steak with garlic shrimp and mushrooms on the slide with rice, refried beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and choice of corn or flour tortillas! The steak was my favorite -- so juicy, tender and flavorful! They have a great variety of drinks! I got the watermelon basil margarita. They also have Jarritos soda which, my girl friend tried the guava and it was good! You have to get here before peak or you may not get a parking spot. They do have parking at the back but I bet if it's a peak night, it'll be crowded. We will definitely be back next time!

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