I would most definitely recommend El Paio restaurant if you want to eat some of the best food in the ArklaTex. Today, July 5, 2026. Restaurant was packed but when my girlfriend and i went in, we were greeted and seated almost immediately. The server Joel was amazing and attentive. Joel is an amazing, friendly and paid attention to our wants and needs. The food was awesome and fresh. My girlfriend got the Fajita Chicken Cimichanga and I had the Shrimp Fajita Nacos. Everything was hot upon arrival and was perfectly seasoned and fresh. The aroma, taste and look of everything was exactly what you'd expect from authentic Mexican food. Both plates were so much food that we both have full bellies and lunch for tomorrow also. If you have the chance to go, do it. You will not be disappointed. I promise. read more

We have been there several times since they opened and the first two times we went everything was ok...not great but okay. Then my son and I ordered for pickup and I got a taco salad with rancid smelling house dressing. Definitely NOT El Chico dressing. I didn't eat bc the smell of the dressing was so bad. My son ate his and said the food was just ok but not very good. Plus we had a long wait for our food at the pickup window. NOT IMPRESSED!! read more

Excellent food, excellent service, at very reasonable prices. Not a bunch kids working for a corporation. Great atmosphere as well. One of the few places I go out and eat. read more

It's been almost 2 years since we've been here so we wanted to try it again. Unfortunately, the food is still not good. I don't know how there's so many people saying the food is great. Really? I went in to order some food to go. A variety of items so we'd have lots of things to try. I asked for a menu and was given a menu that was greasy with food on it. Not a good start. When we got home we both tried all of the different things I bought but the best thing they had was their hot sauce. I really wish this place was better but it's simply not. read more

This was my first time trying this particular restaurant. We arrived with a party of (8) and was told it would be 15-20 minutes to be seated for the restaurant was quite busy on a Sunday afternoon around 1:00pm. They actually got our table ready in about 10 minutes. They have a nice covered patio for the outdoor seating, but we got seated inside which was fine by us. Our waitress was quick to arrive and took our drink orders. She brough our drinks out and then proceeded to take our order, making sure there were no question about anything on the menu. They have quite an extensive food menu and drink menu (full bar) as well. They even have a kids menu for the little ones. The salsa and chips arrived, they bring the salsa out in a small flask which is great, you don't have to keeping getting a refill as often. We ordered some guacamole and queso for the table, the queso came out nice and hot. The guacamole in my opinion was okay, but just seemed to be missing something to give it that pop, but nonetheless we polished off the guac. The food arrived and their where no issues with any of our items. Our waitress was on point checking in on the table to make sure everyone's food was okay and refilling our drinks. All in all a good experience. read more

El Patio - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

Food not great. I've tried this place a couple times over the years and always the same subpar food. Alrhough, service was great. read more

Really delicious food, great drinks, sweet servers. I've been several times & never a bad experience. read more

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Food was fine. It is hard to mess up Mexican food. Our server was fine. The balance of the employees were just unpleasant. The hostess grumbled when we asked to move to the many empty booths. She never asked us our preference. The hostess should be a gregarious and happy person. We should also get a thank you on the way out the door. Not likely that we will return. Too many other choices with happy people. read more

The service was bad the waiter shook his finger at me telling me I had ordered this plate. And said l can take the food home in a container. I ordered Tacos l paid for the plate and walked to the counter asked for a bag the waitress tossed it to me. Mind you I've been here at this restaurant before and I've never had problems until now. read more

We love this place. No matter what we order, we are impressed with this little cantina off the beaten path read more

El Patio - Chips, salsa, and guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

Don't waste your time. This place is obviously too busy to serve. We waited about 10 minutes and no one came by to check on us. We stopped going here about a year ago for the same issue. Service still sucks. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY and stop patronizing businesses that don't even anymore. We won't. read more

The food was good. But I was charged regular price for a half & half margarita, where anywhere else it is still considered a happy hour price. I tried to ask the waiter about the charge but he did nothing to correct the bill. We've had other issues in the past & tried to give them another chance. Probably will not ever go back. read more

Amazing staff, amazing food and drinks. Definitely worth trying ‍ especially the queso birrias !! read more

El Patio - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

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Horrible service for patio there were flies everywhere would not recommend coming here for outside service always order inside

Edited: this is for the BossierCity Location. I didn't realize it's not in Yelp yet. We arrived right smack dab in the middle of dinner. The street was full. Side parking was full. But there was no waiting. Also - no waiting for a server. Alex took our drink order and left us to decide what we wanted. He returned with a wrong beverage- but corrected it immediately. The salsa is hot. Don't be afraid of spice . These folks like it. Dad ordered a burrito and ATE IT ALL. Mom ordered bacon wrapped shrimp that looked like is was quite Diablo. The menu doesn't say spicy. But this shrimp LOOKED hot. I ordered the locos tacos and liked them. The tomatillo sauce was too smoky and too salty. I left it behind. The tortilla was thin and the cheese sauce really made a mess.... But the flavors were on point: read more

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I went here for the first time with my dad and brother who have been here before. We got sat right away, but it took almost ten minutes for some one to even take our drink order. Once we the drinks we were ready to order but our waiter dropped the drinks and walked away. When we flagged him down we ordered.I hade the Chori Pollo. I loved it. It was a lot of good and I'm glad I held back on the chips and salsa while waiting. My brother got the chicken fajitas. They were ok. Nothing special, but an ok dinner. My dad got the fiesta platter, one of each : chili relleno, chalupa, crunchy taco, tamale, and enchilada. They all can beef and covered and stuffed with cheese. Too much and too much of the same flavors. Over all of was ok. I'd go back for happy hour for discount drinks, I just wish they had half priced appetizers or a happy hour platter with an assortment of items. read more

El Patio - Chori Pollo - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

I wish I had photos to share but we ate it all too quick. If you want a good LARGE queso (bigger than any other "large" order of queso I've had in Shreveport) this place has got you covered. read more

Very good food! I absolutely love the Chori Pollo!! Always looking forward to eating lunch here! read more

The best Mexican food I've tasted thus far since living in Shreveport. I haven't tried them all but I'm impressed by this spot. Nice open concept with a lot seating even on the patio. Our waiter was nice. Seems like if you're a local, frequent visitor, you receive better service and attention. It was my first time, but the service was still great. Definitely enjoyed the queso. They probably have the best Spanish rice I've ever tasted. Great portions. The steak in the verdes enchiladas was flavorful and the salsa verde was spicy (which I loved). I really enjoyed my meal to the fullest. I can't wait for my next visit. read more

El Patio - Verde Enchiladas w/ Steak - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

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Always a great place to eat! Food is excellent! Lunchtime is crowded and the service is on time. read more

El Patio - Beef Chili Rellano - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

Hands down fave Mexican place in Shreveport! My husband always gets the nachos and my go-to is the chimichanga. I also love their chips and salsa- spicy but good! Their food is on the saltier side so beware...but still taste good! We have only dined in at the restaurant once and the service was pretty good- and fast! And to pickup you call to place order and then pickup at the drive thru window. Very quick and efficient! read more

Great food and kind service! They also have the best white queso!! Conveniently placed in South Shreveport!

The service was cordial and even though she told me it'll take 15 minutes to come out, it came out in FIVE minutes. The restaurant is very well decorated and welcoming, a bit of a homey atmosphere. The food itself was....i don't know. I didn't eat it, but it looked nice. I'll give a 4/5 for vibes and service alone. read more

burrito loco is the best!!!! Ordered to go it was so fast!! Thanks for a great dinner

Newer Mexican restaurant. Very nice and quaint decor, small and beautiful, also has a patio with tables and TV. Prices are reasonable, service is good. Menu offers large selection. Parking close and easy. I have only been twice, had Puffy Tacos once, beef taco salad next. Will return to try other dishes. read more

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Nice friendly workers pricing is a little high for what you get a couple of workers don't know English very well but overall it's a good place to eat read more

Food quite good. Not oily. Hot. Vegetarian dishes available. Not too salty. We knew waiter as he used to be at Pepes. Will go again.

You have not really eaten here if the the train didn't come throu.. Awsome.. Cold beer... Good food... Family.. read more

El Patio - The El Patio train passage And cool beer Good food.. Family... - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

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I ordered Beef Nachos for lunch, not the fajita beef that were described more as a fajita dish with grilled veggies which I don't want on nachos. The ground beef nachos came to as a pile of tostados piled on a plate and then scattered with big chunks of seasoned ground beef. All of this was covered in melted white cheese. No garnish whatsoever. I'm used to a more assembled plate of nachos and this didn't come close. Pretty disappointed. One of my companions ordered a chicken relleno and she got beef with sour cream sauce. I'm going to have to think about returning to this restaurant. read more

Love this restaurant. It's very clean, nice atmosphere, the employees are friendly, prices are adequate and the food is excellent. Enjoyed everything. We will definitely be back to dine there again. read more

The atmosphere and ambiance are major draws to this establishment. Their margaritas are phenomenal. The food choices, from basic tacos to more elegant platters and desserts that are authentic make this a must stop bid you like flavors hailing from "south of the boarder" read more

I've been here several times for lunch, and I'm a big fan. Get there early enough to sit on the patio! I love a good pat, and the inside feels a little cramped in my opinion. Giving 4 stars because I think the salsa could be better. Is salsa worth a whole star?? Yes, it is. It's not bad, but if a Mexican joint doesn't serve salsa that's at least on par with what my ol' lady can whip up at home, you're getting docked. White queso is on point, and the steak fajitas are fire. read more

Friendly staff , food never disappoints I have tried a lot of things on the menu and all have been good . Chimichanga Wednesday!!!

Just awful. Really. The margs are pre-made and terrible. The food is terrible. Been here several times just to be sure. No more. read more

I was excited to try this place but was definitely disappointed. I ordered a combination plate that did not come with rice and beans....Yes, that's right. I have never been to a restaurant that made you order rice and beans as a side dish. When my combination plate arrived it was a tamale, a burrito, and an enchilada SWIMMING in queso. Not complaining about that part because at least I didnt have to buy the small queso. The tamale was hard at the ends and the other two items were salt filled. Two people in our party ordered quesadillas and the shredded cheese comes on the side not melted. Again, that was a first. Every place has an off night and maybe this was theirs. read more

You know the food isn't that bad but the chips and hot sauce has got to be the worst on the planet. read more

El Patio - Chips are the worst... if they would just change them the place might be a better experience. - Mexican Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

Decided to try this place out on Saturday for a late lunch. The big surprise was when a string of credit card charges started appearing on my account in less than fifteen minutes after paying. More than $400 in transactions to Uber in CA were run up before I discovered the breach. Oh, and the food was average at best. Everything is premade or out of a can. I'm guessing chef Ben E. Keith is responsible for the menu. read more

Wonderful food, we did take out for the first time and the food was delicious!!! We got the fajitas with shrimp, steak, chicken, carnitas and chorizo and a layer dip !!! Can't wait to try other items off the menu! read more

Great food ,Excellent service. The chips and hot sauce are fresh. I eaten at this restaurant several times. I haves tried different dishes and have never been disappointed I'm glad there in the neighbor hood. read more

This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Shreveport! Very clean restaurant. Well heated patio area.