The restaurant is clean and modern but very loud. The music volume made it hard to have a conversation. Salsa is too hot. I had the tacos carbon and the chicken was seasoned terribly. So disappointed based on the Mentor paper's glowing review. read more

Stopped for an early dinner after a movie. Great house tacos & house buritto. Will be back.

The service was horrendous and we waited for 35 minutes just to get drinks. Definitely not some place I would go back to.

This was our first visit and all of the food was great. I would recommend the El Mocho! Flavors were a bit salty but suited my taste. One in our group was gluten free and they had no problem with finding something. A bit on the pricy side for Mexican food but we will be going back. Only reason for 4 stars is that it was the first visit. read more

Went there for the 1st time yesterday early afternoon, all I got was a Nachos there were shrimp on it no cheese sauce if there was it was just sparingly squeezed on. the booths were not comfortable at least for not my BIG Caboose... it was 16.00 just for the plate of Nachos! I don't see myself going back there anytime soon cuz it was pricey. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the food was and the variety. My husband doesn't eat meat and they had some great options for him. The drinks were good. The only reason for the 4 star rating is even though it wasn't busy the service was a little slow and we had empty glasses on our table for a while. The service was friendly though and I will definitely be back. read more

The staff is extra friendly! Food is great. Prices are extremely reasonable! If you're looking for some good Mexican food this is the place to go. read more

I am 44-years-old with 5 kids ages 22 thru 7, and even though I'm not a "hipster" by any stretch of the imagination, I still enjoy dining at trendy places but will not be back to this place. The food is a bit overpriced for what you get, and while some of the items had some heat to them, they were still lacking in flavor. (And for those reviews who say this is "authentic" Mexican... Yes, it's more authentic than Taco Bell, but in my opinion, it's not even close to authentic Mexican food you'll find in San Diego, CA or at taco shacks in Mexico.) Plus, the music was so loud it was impossible to have any sort of dinner conversation that was more than 3-4 over-enunciated so they could read my lips because there was no way they were going to hear my voice! After reading other reviews, I was very excited to try this place, but I left feeling so disappointed. On a positive note, there were some girls sitting next to us who were enjoying some cocktails & they looked REALLY good... But that could just be because I'm 44-years-old and have 5 kids! Every cocktail looks yummy to me! read more

REAL MEXICAN. THIS IS NOT YOUR TACO BELL STAND. This place serves real Mexican street food along with traditional Mexican. The staff is friendly and will explain the menu. The owner is thanking the patrons and following up on request. The margaritas are strong so be sure to uber or have a DD. Can't wait to go back. read more

Small but nice place with a slightly different spin on Mexican food. Their margaritas are quite tasty. I ordered the tamales as an appetizer and was a little disappointed in how dry they were. Great salsa and endless chips and the marinated veggies help make the Margaritas go down even quicker! read more

Very good food ! Had the tacos, a burrito and a torta at our table and loved it all !

Tasty street style tacos with interesting guacamole and torta (sandwich) offerings. The interior is very nice and the staff are friendly and attentive. The pork carnitas stand out as some of the best from anywhere, and there is a habanero based hot sauce that has become my favorite. read more

Most awesome Mexican restaurant around!! Real Mexican food. You cannot go wrong here. Great prices! I will tell you that the wait for your food is a little wait but it is worth every bite!! This is a real hidden gem!! read more

Salsa is fantastic. Love the street corn and traditional gorditas. Kids loved it, too. Hope they revise the booth seating, the height and placement from table was awkward and uncomfortable. Will definitely return though! read more

Absolutely excellent--tremendous food (started off with great chips) off a menu with pretty solid variety and good pricing, and good environment for lunch or eating with a big group at nicely separated booths. read more

I had three of their street style tacos. Some of the best tacos I've had outside of California. Excellent quality meat, good seasoning, reasonable prices. The chips and salsa was also good for dine in service. Clean place with nice atmosphere. Worth the 10 minute drive from my hotel. I'll come back my next trip out for work. read more

Beyond fresh. Beyond authentic. Truly exceptional food and drinks. You know a place is authentic when they actually have a paloma on the drink menu. I can't tell you how many times I have asked for that drink at other 'americanized' Mexican restaurants and they couldn't make one or even heard of one. The paloma here is a little different than a traditional one, but is really good. What a great start to what became a perfect meal. Salsas and guacamole were bursting with fresh flavors. Baha fish tacos were flawless and quesadilla El pastor was refreshingly not drowning in queso. Great service, timed perfectly. Can't wait to come back. The cozy little bar in back is a hiding spot that can't be beat. read more

The food is consistent and always good! Their salsa tastes wonderful but can be on the spicy side. We come here often because of the food, wait staff and atmosphere! read more

This is the real deal for Mexican Food!! Servers are friendly and attentive. Ate here multiple times and they are always quick and food is authentic and consistent. Dishes are fresh and flavorful. Love their queso and burritos. The bar area is comfortable and secluded if you're just in the mood for drinks and tapas. One of my favorites next to Barrio and Momocho. read more

While the food is very good and the servers are friendly, the wait for the food is ridiculously slow. We went the first time about a month ago on a busy Saturday night, and we attributed the wait to that. We just went again this week (a Wednesday night) and unfortunately had the same experience. The restaurant was not that crowded, yet we waited almost an hour for our meals. Tried to give it a second chance but just not worth it. read more

Very cute. Nice decor. Bigger than I thought. Although portions aren't huge they are quality and extremely tasty. Always looking for good Mexican but not a lot of good quality ones around us. Reminds me of a place I would find in Ohio city or Tremont. Hidden gem read more

Great street style Mexican food. Food,drinks and service were terrific. Will go back often to go through he menu. Don't miss the tamales. Went on a Monday which we usually avoid. Two more points about this place, is that any nearby staff whether they're your server or not are very quick to help you out with any needs. El Taco Macho is neither Tex-Mex or pricey. read more

Not sure if we will return. Kitchen filled with smoke as we walk in. Very poor ventilation! We ordered our food and waited for a very long time! My husband finally got his food first after waiting for more than half hour. Thinking that I would be getting my food at same time. My husband waited for me to get my food so that we ate together. Which was sadly wrong I waited for an additional 10-15 minutes to only get half of my food. They brought the other half out after I tell them that my rice was missing. Rice comes out with beans that I specifically ask not to have. Food was good but after a long wait and reeking of cooking smoke from kitchen we left less than satisfied. Had to shower when we got home because our clothes and hair were saturated in cooking smoke smell. Did get discount on bill after asking if they could do something for us. The waiter was not very apologetic. read more

Excellent food. Came with the kids, both ate their meals with gusto. Very fresh and full of flavor. I'll be back. :) We had quesadillas and shrimp tacos. Shrimp taco had lots of spice but lots of flavor! I also really enjoy the little relish dish with the pickled cabbage and carrot. Crispy and tart. read more

We've been here several times and have never had a bad meal. Once suggestion though, the tacos are kind of small so if you're hungry, I suggest getting 2-3. The burritos are amazing and a pretty good size! read more

Everything from the food to the service was great. A hidden gem in Painesville! This is definitely our new favorite Mexican restaurant.

Best margaritas around! The food is all a la cart, which is quite different from typical Mexican fair. Very unique flavors. The place is spotless inside with some nice artwork. Definitely a go-to if you like Mexican! read more

Food and service were great. Great beer selection and large margs. Tacos were small so it was recommended to order two. The location is not ideal. read more

I loved the food here and the atmosphere was awesome. Great service as well. Good value for my money.

I need to start by saying I am a very picky eater, in the sense that if food isn't cooked exactly as I want it, I won't eat it. This is my go to place when we don't know what to do for dinner, or need a drink after a long day. The food is great, the service is great, and you can't beat the price. My boyfriend and I go here at least once a week. I will say, this is Mexican street food, so don't expect your typical retried beans and rice, but each time I'm more and more impressed by the food I get. (Although my favorite thing here is the carnitas, it's incredible.) The staff is super friendly, everyone greets you as you walk in. We've sat in the dining area a few times, but mostly choose to sit back in the bar area, where it's more relaxing. My only problem is the ever "lets go for one drink" which turns into staying for hours because we get lost in conversation with the bartenders. I highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone. read more