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    El Rodeo

    3.8 (297 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    EL RODEO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Burrito
    Noah F.

    We have been here multiple times and this is a place you can just walk in and be guaranteed good service, great portions, and delicious food. They have great deals and we have yet to be disappointed. The place is nice and very spacious. We got the Birria tacos, a burrito, and a marg. Everything was delicious as usual. Burrito is huge and the tacos are so flavorful and juicy. The margs are also very large but tasty. And you get unlimited chips and salsa the entire time. If you're looking for cheap, quick, and delicious Mexican food definitely check this place out. After multiple visits we have yet to be disappointed.

    Queso Fundito, greasy bubbly goodness!
    EllaMinnow P.

    Classic dishes at this local joint. Food is always good, albeit on the greasier side, but that's flavor baby. Also enjoy their shimp chimichangas and mole chicken.

    Craig M.

    I don't travel to the Portland area often for food, so when my father-in-law wanted Mexican, we just happen to come upon El Rodeo during our drive after other locations were not open or had 2 hour waits. There is plenty of parking in a private lot. Both the exterior and interior entrance was well kept and clean. It was not difficult to sit a party of 5 and they were quick to take our drink orders and deliver them. We all ordered a variety of food, but they start you off with homemade tortilla chips and their salsa. Needless to say, those didn't last long and a 2nd round of chips and salsa made its way to our table. I would take that home just by itself. I had the Fajitas Brava which comes with steak, carnitas, chorizo, chicken and shrimp. Everything had a street taco feel to them which has crispy edges from the sizzle plate. Quite honestly, I didn't mind it and the shrimp was well cooked. It came with all the usual fixings. It was large and plentiful, but I consumed the majority of it and would order it again. Everyone enjoyed their tacos, burritos, enchiladas and their fixings as well. Staff was very friendly, they do make homemade guacamole at your table (where they roll a cart to you), but we did not indulge but watched the table next to us. We enjoyed the food enough that the kids already want to visit grandpa again and indulge in some El Rodeo Mexican food. I agree and would come here again.

    Salsas
    Matt M.

    We stopped here on an early late July Saturday night before we had to catch a flight at the Portland Jetport. Our server was great and really personable! We liked the free chips and salsa. The salsa does have a kick to it. We ordered 3 tacos with 1 chicken and 2 chorizo with rice and beans. We added an additional chicken taco. We really enjoyed the food. Next visit, we will definitely order the table side guacamole!

    Frozen strawberry margarita and guacamole
    Jane G.

    If you're looking for classic Mex food, great portions, classic dishes, and huge margaritas, El Rodeo is THE place to go. Their enchiladas, chile rellenos, guac, and queso couldn't be yummier. They also seem to be one of the few places in the Portland area with frozen margaritas! Delicious!!

    Salad Bowl
    Mike G.

    Excellent experience overall. The food was fresh tasting, coupled with good service and well situated south the border ambience! I had the taco Asada burrito plate, along side of jalapeño margarita and a side of hot salsa. Highly recommended!

    Danielle V.

    Food is consistently great with large portions. They have a large bar and large dining room. Even when I get take out the food is always just as good. Free chips and salsa to start! The drinks are large as well. Service is always great at the bar and the food comes out fast. I always get the super fajita quesadilla , it's my favorite. This is my got to Mexican place.

    Enchiladas
    Diana G.

    We visited El Rodeo for a late lunch. The restaurant was not too busy, but there were still many uncleared tables. It took a while for our waitress to get to our table, but once she did she was attentive and really gracious. The food was good, and the portions were generous. The ambiance was very Mexican cantina, with fitting music playing. Prices were quite reasonable.

    Elote corn
    Ellen B.

    Great spot for Mexican food. We had steak burrito, carnitas street taco and elote corn. First off was complementary chips and salsa. The salsa was not spicy, but add a little red sauce on the table, and it adds just the right amount of heat. The tacos came with both a red sauce and green sauce, which I liked that I could choose. This was a very good taco with tender meat. The elite corn is a new menu item. Lots of tajin and crema on a nice piece of corn. My husband had the steak burrito. Now, he is a steak burrito guy and feels all Mexican restaurants should be judged by their steak burrito. This one got 2 thumbs up from him. He liked the mole sauce on it and avocado. The filling had grilled onions and peppers in it which gave it great flavor. Really good food in a big, clean space. The waitstaff was attentive and the food arrived pretty fast as not that busy when we went. We will be back!

    Kath S.

    Very nice interior. Clean, spacious and cozy. The food was delish and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Really enjoyed our lunch here.

    Chips and Salsa with appetizer queso dip.

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    A staple for my friends and I. Tuesdays and Thursdays for cheap radios!! Their tall beers are huge.

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    Amazing service and the food was absolutely delicious!!! Drinks were amazing!!! I would recommend this place to anyone who loves Mexican

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    Food is awsome and the drinks suck, very weak drinks, go there for food but not for drinks

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    Great guacamole! Good service! Birria was good! Outside seating was nice! reasonably priced.

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