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    El Sol Mexican Cafe

    4.5 (248 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Talisa M.

    This was a great spot to stop in at! We googled breakfast burritos around the area and found this place with lots of great reviews on the burritos and since that's what we were craving, we decided to give it a go. Always nerve wrecking to try a new place, but we were very happy with our experience. Kind service, great burrito, close to where we were and great space.

    Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
    Jen N.

    Excellent breakfast burrito. Came out HOT. Flavorful, mild chorizo with an excellent tasting tortilla. Friendly service, clean location with seating inside and outside as well. Two ice cold full bottles of salsa were brought to our table along with our burrito. So glad we stopped.

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    Emily H.

    I was hesitant to try here due to mixed reviews but I'm glad I did! I had the Chorizo Plate for breakfast which comes with mix of chorizo and eggs, potatoes, beans and tortillas (corn or flour). The employee said they make their chorizo in house so had to try it out! It was good, but could use a bit more flavor. The potatoes were bland, no flavor. They also give you salsa bottles when dining in. The green salsa was spicy and the red was mild and perfect for me, which was funny since it's normally opposite. We also got a Pineapple Empanada to share and it was delicious. I wish there were more baked goods but they only had the fruit empanadas and some cookies. The restaurant is clean and the prices were decent. I will come back again to try more dishes!

    Chilaquiles Divorciados
    Amber R.

    Absolutely amazing!! We come typically once a week. Today we grabbed some catering because it's too hot to cook. They're so friendly here, definitely a mom and pop shop to the fullest. Comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, gorgeous art work. The food hits like nanas, it's untouchable. Highly recommended 100%

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    Terry W.

    Disappointing. We've been here before, but the food was disappointing this time. Not sure what changed, but the simple yet vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican food was missing. It was bland and lifeless. They are a bit pricey, so they need to perform better. Another meal like this, and I will cross them off my list. There are too many options in the valley to eat lifeless Mexican food.

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    5 years ago

    My favorite breakfast burrito spot. The Super Bueno Burrito has so much goodness and is crave worthy!

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    My family gets breakfast burritos and pan dulce from here regularly, love the price, love the people, and love the food!

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    5 years ago

    Best burritos! Super Bueno is super dope! Can't go wrong with any of the burritos. Salsa is amazing also.

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    Great breakfast burritos with excellent salsa. Service is fast and friendly. Reasonable prices and a good local feel.

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    Great little secret! Everything is spot on! Ate breakfast but tempted by the rest of their menu. Gonna try their tamales

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    The Mexicano

    The Mexicano

    4.1
    (355 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Large group friendly

    What a wonderful experience! This was our first visit to this location and they did not disappoint…read more We sat outside in the covered area and felt like we were instantly transported to Mexico. The high-end decor and authentic music made the environment feel festive. I ordered the shrimp molcajete. The presentation was spectacular and the flavors were delicious. I was surprised when they comped me a delicious flan for Father's Day! Additionally, they offered a military discount which was greatly appreciated Our server, Gustavo, was friendly and contributed to the quality of our experience. Although this restaurant is on the pricey side, the experience alone, makes it worth it.

    I have such mixed feelings about this place. The food and drinks are fantastic! The decor and…read moregeneral vibe, next to paradise! The service however, has been a miss all three times we've been in. The location is large so maybe they just need to add to their team and do a little additional customer care training with everyone. We came in Saturday afternoon to a small lobby area where a gal was already waiting to be sat and when the third group walked in that lobby got even smaller. We waited for about 5 minutes for the hostess who came off cold and unbothered in leaving customers waiting as the other team members took notice of the filling lobby with no one checking in to let us know we'd be assisted soon. The hostess proceeded to tell us she'd be seating us outside, no offer of sitting inside at all and not once did she acknowledge her absence or offer any sort of greeting, not even a smile. When you're the first person the customer interacts with at business I feel it good practice to create a welcoming atmosphere that represents the space you're entering. Especially a place like this that is known for a fun, lively atmosphere. We were sat outside and our waitress was very sweet and got us taken care of with water, food, and drinks pretty quickly. It was a lot cooler than expected on the patio which was awesome, as I was worried about sitting outside when it was 104. Great job with that Mexicano! But once we got our food our waitress stopped by to check in once and we didn't really see her until the end of our meal after that. No refills on water or check-in to see if we wanted additional drinks (which I feel like happened the last time we were in as well). There's a gentleman with a tiger tattoo on the back of his neck who stops in at some people's tables to check in and have chat, he's never stopped in with us.. it all just seems like the customer isn't a priority at this restaurant. The food is delicious, the drinks are great but for the prices, I want to feel more valued. I want to have that fun experience of going out for drinks in a vibrant high-end cantina where you feel connected with the staff. We'll go back but I would really love to see a more engaged customer support team.

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    Jefe's Cantina + Cocina

    Jefe's Cantina + Cocina

    3.9
    (144 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    We ordered from here through DoorDash one weekend for a late night meal and it was exactly what we…read moreneeded. We kept it simple and ordered the nachos and a burrito. The nachos ended up being the star of the night. They were loaded, flavorful, and very satisfying. There was plenty of food and they were more than enough for both of us to share. My husband ordered the burrito and finished it pretty quickly because it was on the smaller side. After that we both ended up just sharing the nachos and we were completely full. Since this was a delivery order I cannot speak to the dine in atmosphere or service, but the food was packaged really well and everything arrived intact and still fresh. Nothing was soggy and the portions held up well for delivery, which I always appreciate. The nachos were definitely the highlight and something I would absolutely order again. Next time I would actually love to stop in during the day and try it in person so we can explore more of the menu.

    I ate here the other day so figured I'd leave a review…read more First impression when I walked in was wow - this place is empty. It was clean, the staff responded quickly to me, but I was the only person at lunchtime on the restaurant side, and there were only two people on the bar side. Despite that it was loud. They need sound attenuation, My server was prompt, and freely shared her menu favorites when I asked. Sadly I'm not really a mole fan, her recommendation, but did try the enchiladas divorciadas. First the chips and salsa... the salsa was basically puréed tomatoes. No heat at all. Just some salt. I asked for something spicier and the server found me some habanero salsa. That was tasty, but it probably had very little habanero in it. Again, no better than a low-med heat. I grew up across the southwest so to me that was disappointing. The enchiladas? I really wanted to like this place but honestly? It was unseasoned boiled and shredded chicken, wrapped in a raw / untoasted tortilla. And drowned in some that was not enchilada sauce. The red sauce tasted like tomato sauce. I'm used to red sauce being pepper based. The spicier and more roasted the better. No pepper discernible. The green sauce tasted like it had a hint of green Chiles but mostly tomatillo. Also boring but better than the red. Neither was good. I ate it, I was hungry and it wasn't greasy, but... this was a midwestern spice-hating simulacrum of an enchilada. No bueno, demasiada aburrida. So to sum it up; decent but slightly loud facility, wonderful server, and I would say forgettable food but the reality is it was unforgettably boring.

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    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara

    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara

    4.4
    (269 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    On point!!! Very delicious and will definitely return and explore the menu ....service was…read moreexcellent, very attentive, Ambience was great music in background delicious food in front of me, I highly recommend

    Sadly, this will be my last visit to Tortas. We have been going here for over 10 years and I've…read moreleft them a 5 star review years ago but over the past year it has gone downhill rapidly. I heard that there are new owners which makes sense. All the old workers are gone along with the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food we had come to know and love. On our last visit, some in our party got birria tacos and they all came with decently sized chopped bones in them! When we told the server about it, there was no apology - he actually said that is how they make it?!?!? Let me get this straight, you put choking hazard sized bones in your tacos and don't tell anyone to watch out for them? I've included pics and video so you can see what I am talking about. Tacos are my favorite food on the planet and I've had birria tacos at many, many places (including Mexico) and have never encountered multiple bones in any kind of taco for that matter. Unfortunately their carnitas tacos are dry and flavorless. The Super Taco is still pretty good (no bones), but this and our recent experiences here are making us cross this place off of our rotation going forward. Tortas, thanks for the memories, it was a helluva run, pero no mas.

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    Torta Cubano in all its glory...
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    Espos Mexican Food

    Espos Mexican Food

    4.1
    (907 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    Espo's in Chandler is one of those local gems that keeps us coming back. On our most recent visit,…read morewe ordered the Pueblo Alto Burrito with added guacamole--a carne asada California-style burrito--and it was absolutely fantastic. My wife can be pretty particular when it comes to carne asada, so she was a little hesitant when I suggested we share it. After a few bites, she couldn't get enough! The carne asada was flavorful, tender, and clearly high quality, and the burrito itself was packed with great ingredients and balanced flavors. The added guacamole was the perfect finishing touch. As much as we loved the burrito, Espo's has become a go-to spot for our family because of their Taco Tuesday special. Their 10-taco plate for around $12 is an incredible value, especially for families. We love that you can mix and match between carne asada, carnitas, ground beef, chicken, and shredded beef, making it easy to get something everyone will enjoy. The restaurant also has that fun, authentic hole-in-the-wall feel while still being a well-established local favorite. It's the kind of place that locals know and love for good reason. If you've never tried Espo's, I highly recommend giving it a shot. Great food, great value, and a true Chandler staple.

    This is a family business that I've been going since the 80! Always authentic and delicious Mexican…read morefood. That's when Chandler Blvd was still two lane road and called Williams Field road. We enjoy Espos for Tacos Tuesdays. We arrived a little before 7pm and waited for about 5 minutes to order. They called our number about 5 minutes later. Pretty efficient service as there was constant traffic. They offer 10 street tacos for $12.50 with choice of ground beef, chicken, shredded beef, carnitas or carne asada on Tuesday's. We ordered 10 carne asada tacos to share. They offer a nice self serve topping bar that includes a generous selection, three sauces, pickled red onions, cabbage, lettuce, limes. Freshly made corn tortillas give the tacos a home made flavor. Although the tacos are small, sharing 10 provided a satisfying meal for us. They have table inside and on the patio. We opted for the patio as it was nice weather. Mexican music played in the background was pleasant and set a relaxing mood on the patio. Highly recommended!

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    Menu 02/02/2026
    Quesadilla, Bean and Cheese Burrito, and El Jefe Burrito.
    Quesadilla, Bean and Cheese Burrito, and El Jefe Burrito.
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    Ghost Ranch: Modern Southwest Cuisine

    Ghost Ranch: Modern Southwest Cuisine

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    Always great experience with a fun, modern ranch vibe! We got there just after happy hour…read more(unfortunately), but our server, Torrance, made the meal memorable. He was incredibly kind and attentive, especially with my friend who is deaf, making sure we always had water, napkins, and plenty of chips. The margarita flight is always a must for me, so I had to order one for my friend since it was her first visit. I told her that even though neither of us are into spicy margaritas, I knew she'd love it and I was right! Every margarita was delicious. I also ordered the lavender lemonade, which was refreshing and just as good. Ghost Ranch never seems to miss when it comes to drinks. Potato tacos! Another must have My friend ordered the Aztec Cake and insisted I'd regret not getting it. She was absolutely right. It was bomb and Torrance offered us a side of chips .TY. I ordered the short rib. It was flavorful, tender, and filling, with lots of garlic and savory flavor. I'm not sure if short rib is just not my thing, but it didn't wow me the way the Aztec Cake did. I warmed it up later and it was delicious a second time so no complaints. Excellent service, delicious drinks, and a fun way to spend the Fourth. We'll definitely be back!

    Parking can be a bit tight in this plaza, but I usually find a spot near the nail salon on the…read moreother size of the building. Been waiting to check this place out for Happy Hour and finally got around to it with friends. Happy Hour is daily with $3 off all appetizers (not just selected as the menu says) in addition to drink specials. We ordered a few apps to share and had: - Chips with Guacamole and Salsa: solid - Queso Fundido: I was excited for this as friends have said they liked it, but the cheese harden within minutes and it wasn't as nice - Street Style Esquites: I was expecting more corn rather than mixed in another cheese dip and likewise, the cheese harden quickly. - Shrimp cocktail: it was pretty heavy on the liquid rather than thicken, but good - 3 potato tacos: okay, wasn't expected it to be fried so it was a bit greasy but loved the slaw it came with - Southwest egg roll: not bad, was a crowd's favorite and I liked the sauce it came with We didn't realize most of the apps came with tortilla chips otherwise we may have ordered differently. I got the frozen margarita and it was a bit sweet, but nice for the summer evening. Our server wasn't super attentive, but was nice whenever they came around. There's a sampler entree platter I'd like to try, but of all the appetizers we tried, the best was probably the chips with guacamole and salsa.

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    Aztec cake  Top sirloin taco plate
    Aztec cake Top sirloin taco plate
    Coctel de Camarón
    Coctel de Camarón
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    Mexico Magico

    Mexico Magico

    4.5
    (89 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    We arrived a little before 7pm on a Tuesday and were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant…read morewas about 30% full. From researching on Yelp I learned this place specializes in Baja Mexican food, seafood and we were looking for a place that served ceviche. Bingo! We ordered the Torro de Mariscos to share, a seafood tower consisting of shrimp ceviche, cooked shrimp, octopus, squid, aguachile, avocado, cucumber, red onion, topped with a tomato sauce. Enjoy on cracker or corn chips. We were hungry and started eating on arrival, so my picture is post tower demolition. Hehe Checkout the menu for a picture of the tower presentation. I had a similar dish last time I was in San Carlos deep sea fishing and this was right there on flavor and freshness! Very comfortable atmosphere with bright color mural paintings and mariachi music playing in the background gave the feeling that I was in Mexico! Afterwards I learned that the owner is from San Carlos! Wow! Small world! We will be back! Highly recommended for Baja Mexican food!

    I'd like to start by saying I was pleasantly surprised by this place they have the best oysters…read moreI've had in Arizona. Everything tasted fresh, and you can tell they take pride in their quality. When I arrived at the table, I was served chips and salsa. The chips were perfectly crunchy with a delicious flavor and tasted homemade. The drinks were both beautiful and delicious perfect for catching a nice buzz and snapping a few pictures. The aguachile was perfectly seasoned, not too spicy, and the shrimp was fresh, big and flavorful.

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    Inside
    Coctel especial
    Coctel especial
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    Manuel's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - Chandler

    Manuel's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - Chandler

    4.0
    (193 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Established in 1964

    Rarely do I give a restaurant 5 stars but Manuel's delivers on what they offer…read more Caveat. We ordered the special of the day. That made the meal affordable vs the non special items that were on the high side, which today is par for the course when eating out. The Monday/Tuesday special is a Taco and Cheese Enchilada with rice and beans. $12.50. For the taco you can choose from shredded beef, chicken or ground beef. Everything on the plate was very good and enough to fill you up. For dessert we had the fried ice cream. Definitely worth the $7. But if you come on a Thursday it's only $2 with an entree. On Thursday the Carnitas are the special of the day. They also have a Fiesta Hour where a few items are pretty reasonable. The atmosphere is standard full service Mexican restaurant. The service was excellent as well. We are definitely adding this to our list of favorites.

    My daughter and I went here recently for an after school shared plate of chicken nachos and the…read morefood was delicious! They loaded the nachos so we even got extra tortilla chips on side to keep dipping! We sat in a comfy booth in the bar area. The hostess stand had 2 very kind and helpful teens working. It even made my teen daughter think "how fun, Maybe I'll get a job here!" The server was so sweet and checked on us frequently supplying extra napkins, water refills, more chips throughout. The manager asked us how things were at the end too. So the staff seemed very on top of things! The only reason I'm giving 4 and not 5 stars is that my daughter had to go wash her hands in the bathroom and she said it smelled horrible. A mix of some sort of scented spray and other "bathroom smells" made her have to hold her breath. I figured it was a one off but she said no she had actually been here once before and the bathroom smelled bad then too. Maybe they can check and fix if there is some sort of sewer issue or something? Anyways, excellent food and service so we will def be back and maybe even w an application hahaha

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    Manuel's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - Chandler
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