Not impressed. When I walked into the restaurant there was a young gentleman standing by the cash register talking on the phone. He stayed on the phone for about three minutes avoiding eye contact with me, and I had to wait for several of the wait staff to walk by me before I was seated. The food was fair. I live in the land of Tex-Mex so I am not going to knock the food too much. Fair, not good, not bad just kind of there. After my order was taken the wait staff never came back to the table. My drink sat empty at the edge of the table for my entire meal, along with my napkin that I had to use to clean up some salsa I had spilled. I never received a refill, or a clean napkin. When my food was brought out to my table it was delivered by what appeared to be an eleven year old boy. I am all for family business, but you need to teach them how to do the job correctly. Not just flop you meal on the table and scurry away. When I had finished my meal I tried to get my check. I asked two different people to get my check for me. It never arrived. I finally just walked up the cashier, and told them what I had ordered so I could leave. On a happier note the salsa was good. Jason read more

It is a great place to eat! The owners and service are amazing and always pleasant each visit we have had. Kid friendly. The food is outstanding- best salsa, cheese dip, and rice and beans! read more

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant - Awesome salsa and cheese! - Mexican Near Me - Dickinson, North Dakota

My friends and I stopped in for an early dinner after visiting the Badlands and were a little disappointed that our waitress was not a small child as mentioned in the previous reviews. we were looking forward to THAT much of an authentic experience. However, we were there before school was out so maybe that's why we had an older teenager as our waitress. Who, by the way, was great. Never had a glass with less than 1/4 liquid in it. Our orders were quick and correct (rare out here). I had a great salad with tender grilled chicken, thoroughly cooked and still juicy. The atmosphere was nice, very welcoming and clean. Overall, I really liked this place. If I'm ever in Dickinson again I'd go back. read more

As a Mexican who just moved to Dickinson from Southern California, I was definitely skeptical about this place. Alright, so I'm the whitest skinned Mexican ever, but still I know my authentic Mexican food. I'm not going to sit here and tell all you Yelpers El Sombrero makes authentic Mexican food. I'm also not going to tell you the menu was easy to navigate. In addition to three other pages of dishes, there were thirty .... yes, thirty combination plates with basically every possible arrangement of the words enchilada, taco, burrito and chile relleno known to man. Don't do the math, I know there are more than 30 possible combinations....but you get the point. Bottom line, the food had flavor and it wasn't smothered in cheddar cheese (my personal pet peeve at 'Mexican' places) and black olives. The margarita was decent enough and I'm pretty sure it came in a fish bowl. The server was friendly and service was fast. I'll be coming back and I'm pretty sure it's the best Mexican in town that isn't being made in my own kitchen. read more

My husband and I enjoyed ourselves at El Sombrero last week. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service was outstanding . Everyone was friendly and courteous. We will eat here again! read more

Almost didn't stop since the lot was packed full at 6 p.m. on a weeknight. We decided to go for it....after a quick 5 minute wait, we were seated. The place was busy, but quick and efficient. Had a couple beers while waiting. I ordered the veggie fajitas, which were good and sizzling. The side of beans, rice and guacamole/sour cream could have been larger, but a good deal for the money. Friendly staff - I will likely return next time in town. read more

Walked there from our hotel. We're from Texas where there is a Mexican restaurant almost every block, so we have had experience with good and bad establishments. This restaurant was good. Beef fajitas were tender and flavorful. Came with a large plate of rice, beans and pico de gallo. Ran about $12. It was better than most of the fajitas in Texas. Chili relleno and beef enchilada plate came with rice and beans for about $9. The complimentary chips and salsa were good too. Service was fast and efficient even though we came in about an hour before closing. Very friendly server and hostess. Highly recommended. read more

I came in with low expectations being that it's located in North Dakota, but WOW. Unbelievable. The service was great, the food plentiful and the beer-garitas ineffable. Come hungry for authentic Mexican food and order the P5 with a side taco. You will become a believer like me. This place will haunt your dreams in the best way possible. read more

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant - Beer-garitas and queso are a must-have. - Mexican Near Me - Dickinson, North Dakota

I ordered a carne asada burrito and when my plate came, the waitress actually told me that they "ground up the meat" (it was regular unseasoned ground beef), my wife's margarita had zero alcohol in it and her tacos were absolutely disgusting. I wouldn't recommend this place to ANYBODY! Horrible experience, and complete waste of $30 .....side note* the waitress brought me another plate (after I sent the ground beef burrito back) of an actual carne asada plate, but at that point I denied the plate and asked to have it removed from my ticket. I just wanted out of there ASAP!! read more

I came here on a recommendation. I had been to the other Mexican spot in town and was told this was better. Unfortunately the person who told me this didn't know Mexican food obviously. The food was extremely bland, ground beef in everything vs. shredded beef, and the salsa had about as much flavor as a can of stewed tomatoes. Where are the spices and flavors that make Mexican food so good? This was sadly a huge disappointment and I won't be back. I've tried this place 3 times now with 3 different menu options. All with the same disappointment read more

This place has great authentic Mexican food for the whole fam. Everything is pretty much less than 10$ and u get a great portion. Also u get unlimited chips made in house. If ur in Dickinson stop here for some good grub. read more

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant - Yum! Jeff loves every bite! - Mexican Near Me - Dickinson, North Dakota

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No complaints. I travel the area and this place is within walking distance of the hotels in the area. I have always received friendly service and good food here. I will continue to stop whenever I'm in the area. read more

We always enjoy the food and the atmosphere. Great staff. Always service with a smile. Fish Tacos are good. Full bar. read more

Food was alright but I got sick immediately right after. Place is old and any other Mexican restaurant in CA or AZ would p this place to shame. read more

Oh man this place is horrible. The food was bland and very cheaply made. Not authentic whatsoever. The wait staff was non existent. Drink refills didn't happen. I'd save your time and money and go elsewhere! read more

We've been waiting 45 minutes for our food. I ordered a margarita , don't order a margarita here. Yuck. The Chios and salsa were ok.

Went to this place for lunch based off their 5 star review. For being this far from Mexico the food was better than some places I've had. The lunch portions were fairly small, but the price was reflective of that. Salsa was pretty good. I usually judge a Mexican place straight off by their salsa. Service was slow. Took a long time to get our check after finishing lunch. To their credit though they were pretty busy. The options for Mexican are slim here so far this is the best of them. read more

Good Mexican in ND? It's true...passing through, I was impressed with the taste. Being from California, I've had plenty good Mexican. This meal reminded me of back home. read more

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Dickinson, North Dakota

I've been there a few dozen times and it seems the food gets a little worse every time. When we first moved to town (Oct 2014) I could have given them 4 stars, but something has happened and their food is almost flavorless. Example: when you order a fajita, you expect a sizzling plate and flavorful/caramelized meat and vegetables.....not meat that tastes boiled and vegetables that are barely cooked or seem just out of the can, let alone practically no seasoning to taste. :-/ I would give them 1 star, but it's at least eatable and has good service. (Our options are limited here in his town) read more

Very good! Service was great, fast and friendly. Food was very good. I had the chicken fajitas that were awesome, my husband had the rib eye and shrimp which was excellent and they had our favorite beer on tap which we haven't found in 3 months due to Covid. Will definitely come back if we're in Dickinson again! read more

Great restaurant! Even though it was busy we were seated right away. Servers were very attentive. Huge menu. Salsa was excellent! Pricing is very reasonable, portions are generous. Food was delicious! read more

Ordered my food, it came out 30 minutes later, cold, after reminding waiter(owners son). Said I didn't want it, or it to be remade, I'll pay for my beer and leave. Owners wife at till preceded to call me a liar after asking how my meal was and I told her. I said I'm not coming back with that attitude, she said good. Haven't been back in 3 years. Philippe, please divorce the gold digger! read more

Food was okay. Portions were fine despite what we read in other reviews. Our server had a gruff demeanor, but maybe it was a cultural thing. As a woman I felt bypassed as most of the interaction was with my husband and I got a cursory acknowledgement while my order was being taken. We appreciated the location as it was right next to our motel. read more

Well I will never eat here ever I am easy to please when it comes to food but this place dosen't have any flavor what so ever the beans and rice seemed to be from a can the ground beef tasted horrible and looks like canned dog food as we were paying for our check I don't t know if the lady was the owner but she could use some customer service classes very disrespectful all in all I would not spend my hard earned money at this place ever if I could give a 0 rating I would read more

Awful! Confusing. We ordered Nachos to have chips, beans, lettuce and guac only on them. Add a chicken breast on a side plate. When ordering, the guy slammed his pen and paper on the table and sighed loudly in disgust. God forbid someone order food without meat and dairy on it! Food came out smothered in beef! I told him we could not eat the food and he looked at me as though it was my issue and had to eat the beef. I gently pushed the plate towards the edge of the table and stated again I could jot eat the food. He grabbed the plates and never returned to the table. My Husband, nice guy he is found the guy to pay for the beer and freakin tipped him! Wtf??!?! He never fixed the order but instead was sitting and eating his own dinner ignoring us. The place is a joke!!!! Will never return. read more

Decided too try Again!! Wrong idea!!! Shouldve went too taco bell. Why do the burritos have cinnamon? Is this italian?? Apparently with spaghetti sauce on the whatever it was i was eating. Ordered number 11 lunch. And i gotta ask for a kids cup for a kid, come on!!! Not again!! What are folks smoking in dickinson too give 5 stars or not know this is horrible!??? read more

My sister and stopped for a quick supper. The service was excellent and the chips and salsa were fantastic. Their salsa was so good that I bought extra to bring home. It was not so hot that your mouth burned so was able to really enjoy it. We had beef chimichangas and they were also very delicious. The meals with the extra chip and salsa we order was only 35.00$. Was very nice and clean. We will be stopping again when we go read more

I walked out after not being served, the owner and his wife currently have a bad attitude. I have lived in Dickinson for two years. I have eaten at El Sombrero about twelve times. I know that there are certain days and times that they are busy, so I went at 8:30 p.m. on a Wednesday night, the parking lot was not completely full. I went and sat at the bar as I have done in the past when I am by myself. I was seen by the owner's wife, the owner, and about four staff as I went and sat down at the bar. I was ignored. I went looking for the owner and his wife to say if you are not going to serve me, I will just go to a different restaurant, but didn't see them, so I went some place else to eat. A friend of mine who has eaten there for a couple of years, had the same experience two months ago. If you read through other reviews here on Yelp, you will see that other customers have been treated the same way. read more

Please do not go to El Sombrero in Dickinson, ND. The food is so incredibly bland it will shock your palate. The chips were stale & the "salsa" was more like tomato water with cilantro floating in it. I had such high hopes that there was finally a great place to eat in Dickinson, ND. read more

Very good, fast service . Meals come with chips and salsa. Family has been a regular since opening of El Sombrero. Reccomend the P5 which seems to be very popular, chile rellenos, N2 (kids menu), Pork Carnitas, Chicken fajitas, and the fried ice cream read more

I was staying at a nearby hotel and didn't have a car, so I walked over here. To start with, the chips and salsa were very good. Fresh chips and not too spicy salsa. Then I got the same thing I always get at a Mexican restaurant...a beef burrito. I also ordered some queso to pour over the burrito. Their queso was very runny...but good. The burrito was perfect. I would have to rank it up there with one of the best I have had. Why 4 instead of 5 stars? Service sucked. I sat at the bar and was ignored by everyone anytime I needed anything. I actually asked one guy for a refill on my drink and he just looked at me and walked away. read more

Not the worst I've had, but by far not the greatest! Basically not impressed. We were seated quickly and had chips and our orders in fast. When the food came that was the last time we saw our waiter. The food was bla, rather tasteless. Waited 10 minutes for the check that never came. While standing in line to pay the waiter delivered an overpriced and illegible check. Don't think I will return and I love Mexican food. read more

We really liked this place. Laid back, good Americanized Mexican food - not what you're looking for if you want authentic food but still very good. Especially for ND which has horrible restaurants on average. Friendly and attentive staff, a good IPA on tap, and nice crispy tortilla chips. Salsa had good flavor, too. You will not be disappointed in the number of sombreros. read more

Stopped on the way to Billings and it was satisfying. Good taco, excellent rice, ok beans. Liked it overall and don't let the young waiters scare you off they are capable. read more

Excellent food and service. Authentic Mexican food! Clearly a local favorite... Folks waiting in the lobby for open tables. Very fast service, too. read more

The best thing about this restaurant is the top shelf margarita. But it goes downhill quickly after that. The chips are greasy. The food unremarkable. Over use of jalapeños. Uninterested service and dirty tables. read more

I am from Texas and love texmex. This isn't texmex, but it's really not bad. Don't get me wrong, it ain't Pappasito's, but if I want Mexican it holds me over until I can get back to the south. read more

Food was ok waiter was slow and rude when it came time to pay our bill we waited for about 10 minutes and the waiters were sitting by the bar and ignored us read more

The Hat restaurant, dollar-for-dollar, is the best eatery in Dickinson. Yes, there are a collection of juveniles running the establishment much of the time but they're as competent as many of the adults you see around here. The food is usually prepared very fast and the prices are good. I've tried much of the menu and have liked everything, but lately have been favoring the carnitas and the rellenos. read more

Not authentic. Very bad waiter who didnt speak very good English and wouldn't stop talking to me.