Dalila F.

The food was out of this world. And the drinks were phenomenal. The wait was 40mins but the service was TERRIBLE. We were seated on a table right on the other side of the bar. The bartender probably should not have been our server poor guy. Tons of staff walked by without even offering water. I would go back with a reservation IN the bar because the food and drinks were so good Parking was not easy.

Jenee J.

We had a great experience at El Sitio overall and would absolutely return. We ordered family-style for a party of 8, and honestly, we were nearly full just off the appetizers alone. Everything was flavorful, well-presented, and perfect for sharing. The tableside guacamole experience was the only dish that fell a little flat for us; it was a bit bland compared to everything else and didn't quite live up to the hype. By the time the entrées arrived, we were already stuffed but the food was so delicious it was hard to put the fork down. Every dish was a hit, and we ended up with plenty to take home. Bonus points: everything reheated really well the next day. The drinks were also solid, well-balanced, and enjoyable throughout the night. Our server was fantastic, super friendly, attentive, and full of great recommendations. Every suggestion they made was a win. The biggest downside of the night was the initial arrival experience. We had reservations and arrived a bit early to check in. Despite an empty table right in front of us, we waited about six minutes before anyone acknowledged us. Several employees walked right past without eye contact or even a quick "we'll be right with you." Six minutes may not sound long, but it feels like a lifetime when you're being completely ignored. We didn't mind waiting, it was the lack of acknowledgment that was frustrating. This seemed to be a common issue, as other guests waiting to be seated were clearly growing frustrated as well. As a large party, we expected the food to take some time, which was totally fine. Apps came out quickly, but when it came to the entrées, smaller tables that ordered after us were served first. It felt like smaller tables were prioritized to move food out faster, even though our meals could have reasonably come out within that same window. Despite those service hiccups, we truly had a great time. Everyone loved the angel wings at the entrance and the gingerbread display in the hallway, which added such a fun, festive touch. All in all, excellent food, great drinks, and a fun atmosphere with just a few service details that could use improvement. Thanks for a memorable night!

Lexus T.

My husband and I have come across several ads online for this place so we finally decided to eat there for the first time last month for our anniversary. Lets just say it was good to give them a try, but I unfortunately don't see us returning any time soon. Not to mention, parking was atrocious since it's in Downtown Oly, so we were driving around for about 5-10 minutes just to find street parking available a few blocks away. The customer service, I will say, was outstanding from the time I made a reservation in advance (the person I spoke with on the phone was very pleasant) to being greeted when we entered the restaurant and getting to interact with our waitress for the rest of the evening. Everyone was very nice, which was wonderful and something I would expect from an establishment in which the aesthetic and menu are on the "upscale" side. Our waitress, Laura, was very helpful and patient with us since we couldn't decide on what we wanted to try. Since bone marrow was on the menu and we had never had it before, we ordered this to share. Realistically, the portion isn't exactly best to share between two people; if it was just me I could've eaten all of it by myself. It was good though and the flavor wasn't too overwhelming. I guess I just wasn't expecting it to be small. We ultimately ordered the Parrillada to share which came with a lot of different meats and sides. Upon first impression, it was pretty impressive, but after eating through some of it along with the sides we were a little disappointed. Although the chicken was flavorful, it was dry and not really fun to eat. The beans and rice portion compared to all the meats you get was lacking, I was surprised that they provided so little of each in just small bowls; how do you expect to share that between 2 or more people at the table? The Papa Al Horno was honestly the best-tasting thing we had on the table; the portion was just right, everything was flavorful and juicy. We shared a churro cheesecake (I believe this was a special?) which was pretty small in size, but good nonetheless. The overall feel for our meal was just average. I love Mexican food, but in comparison to other places I think you could get just as good or better food from a family-run hole-in-the-wall find. Who knows, maybe one day we'll give this place another shot, maybe we just needed to try some of their other items instead.

Ron H.

Wonderful service and great atmosphere. Food was delicious. Fiancé ordered something that came in a pineapple. Had a few bites and think I might have to make the hour+ drive just to order that. One thing I was expecting was complimentary chips and salsa which was not provided. That's my inner fat kid complaining about that.

Amanda C.

El Sitio is our GO TO for date night and when we have guests in town! Great service, great food, fair prices, and awesome table side shows! They make the guacamole table side and do the mezcal shrimp flame cooking. Always a showstopper!

I brought my friend here for dinner last night for her birthday. The food was excellent. She had the papa El Horno and I had the Pulga Cito. Super delicious with some tableside, guacamole, sangria, and a lovely churro cake dessert. Our waitress made my friend's birthday special and I really appreciated it. Well done!

Leah W.

Loved this restaurant, and the food was great. We will be returning soon. Wait, the staff was kind, and the decor was nice. Things to know: This restaurant is located inside the doors to the left. This was our first time, and I didn't know where to go once we walked into the open area. The door handle is low. Parking is free after 5 pm. Parking can be scarce, and you may need to park a few streets away. This restaurant is located across from the park. They have outside the main door a cute photo opportunity with wings/halo and the name of the restaurant. The restrooms are decorated like tiki huts. Prices are reasonable considering the great flavor of the food.

Kelly H.

After seeing many ads for El Sitio and wanting to stop in I finally had the opportunity to check it out. It wasn't dinner, just a snack but wow was it good. I look forward to going in for a full meal sometime soon. Service was great and prompt. I expected the inside to be a little fancier for what I had seen from the ads and the fancy menu items. It wasn't as plush as I expected but I was also there during the day when the lights were brighter. I also understand the building is an older building and some of the esthetics can be charming but this felt a little worn. I was happy with my visit and highly recommend the Elote corn and Michelada!

Jeff D.

Valentine's Day dinner was amazing. Food was flavorful, service was exceptional! Dining area was decorated with balloons and flowers for the Valentine's celebration adding sweetheart vibes throughout the restaurant.

Ambience: great! High windows and decorations made a Disney feel to this restaurant. Overall ambience good for a date night. Food: some great dishes and some average food (crema burrito). Their specialty prep: pineapple! (Pastor). Service: great and friendly

Jill S.

Their skinny margaritas is where it's at! Only natural good stuff and they're yummy! The molcajete's have a nice broth to them (with chorizo) but they do lack the chunk of queso fresco I'm used to. The menu says cheese but it's more like a sprinkle. :( The meats are often over cooked too. Sometimes the shrimp are mushy they're so over cooked. If it weren't for the great flavor of the broth, I'd say RUN. Their beans and rice are great and their green salsa is flavorful too. They offer a salsa trio but the red salsa lacks flavor and the creamy salsa is like something you'd want with fried calamari. I do really like their chile rellenos. The serving is quite large and the batter on the chile is nice. It's not too eggy and has flavor. They use more like a Jack cheese inside (no meat) and that's exactly how I love it. The staff is so wonderful! They're talkative and just welcoming and friendly. It's a open dining room with a mix of booths along the sides and individual chairs in the center of the room. There's no AC so they open the windows to allow air flow which is usually just fine even on hotter days. Overall, I think this is a fun place to take out of towners for drinks and something different. There's a cute photo op piece just outside the front entrance that is great for the 'gram. Reservations are recommended in the evening hours. Daytime is usually fine to walk in. A Saturday night will get you a laugh even if you try to stop for a drink (happened to me once, couldn't even sit at bar).