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    El Portal

    4.8 (10 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Had lunch there today. I ordered the chicken quesadilla. The food was excellent! Can't wait to go back again.

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