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    El Tapatio Restaurante

    4.2 (78 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    We had an excellent meal. This is the most authentic Mexican restaurant that we have found in south Naples. We will definitely be coming back. PS don't let the outside facade fool you, the inside is clean and the food is worth it. The wait staff was very friendly and attentive.

    This is me along with my friend I dine out with.
    melanie w.

    As a first timer at El Tapatio Restaurant here I was excited to try out this hidden gem. Where have I been! Missing out on great authentic Mexican cuisine that's what! What makes this spot so spot on? Attention to detail: Especially true with our wait staff Mari. They have hired a fabulous waitress. She knows exactly when to check on us to see that our needs were getting met. She pointed ideas on the menu that made logical sense for what we were asking. She withstood high temperatures ( we choose to eat outside) here in August, she served our food with excellent expertise, polite , kind, and most importantly she had an innate sense when the best times were to check in on us. this is a skill that may take years to develop. Not this young woman. Mari has either been trained very well by the staff here or she is fortunate to have acquired an innate talent and is a natural as a waitress. of which is not easy in this area! Food: Excellent!!! We had for a late lunch. Served chips and salsa to begin and free. Crispy, thin, slightly salty! Salsa red sauce excellent! Perfection? We LOVED our Vegetable Fajitas. Huge portions of vegetables, rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, chopped tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Bravo chef! The vegetables were cooked 100 percent perfect! Crispy, not overcooked. Flavor of the fajitas, again, the perfect balance of spices vs too hot. Ambiance: We ate outside. Inside a little dark. Chairs are fun, and painted with the whimsical touch! Many booths and nice bar. Other staff: Welcoming, helpful, and great attitude. Price: $$ Value:$$$$$

    Menudo the soup not the group, aye-oh!delicioso!
    Michelle B.

    Hypothesis debunked! I once said that the east coast can not produce authentic Mexican cuisine. I am so wrong . I'll be the first to admit. Who would've thought? An enclave of thriving Mexican community lives here in Naples. Tapatio reminds me of an eatery in the tiny streets of Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo. Amazing! My true test of a good Mexican restaurant is how they they rate on their menudo or pozole. Sure enough they have menudo and hot damn it is tender, flavorful and delicious. For the not so adventurous do not try it as this is tripe, a cow's stomach lining. Eeeew, yummy! There's also - lengua, cow tongue taco! Eeeew, yummy! I ordered the gordita- thicker corn flour tortilla with chicharon (crispy skin in stewed tomatoes) eeeew, yummy! And gordita with steak. Amazing! And for $3.25 each. One was actually more than enough. I was certainly delighted to find items they normally do not serve here in the US. Items that are reminiscent of street hawker fare of Mexico. They also have flan, which was homemade and spot-on. And agua fresca. Cheap eats. The service was friendly and fast!

    Guacamole was so delicious.

    Stopped for an early dinner and the service and food did not disappoint. Staff were friendly and answered all questions. Place was clean and staff were following Covid protocol. Eat in or take out is available. Tables are spaced for social distancing and safety of both staff and customers. Our food came quickly and was very delicious. We will be back.

    Tacos lenga y carnitas

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    8 years ago

    Wow! Awesome mexican restaurant that looks like a motel! Highly recommended. Don't let the outside fool you! Well worth the trip.

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    9 years ago

    Unbelievably good! The food and service were amazing !! The chips were homemade and guacamole was excellent!

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    8 years ago

    This place is the best. I love the pork sandwich and the pork tacos. You won't be disappointed

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    I love this restaurant. Their food is so GOOD!! Best hole in the wall restaurant. I love eating here

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    Don't judge a book by it's cover. The building may not be 5*s, however I have to say it's the Best Mexican food in Naples.

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    16 years ago

    Best Cuban sandwich around, served with fries for $7. You're not there for the atmosphere but the food is good and reasonably priced.

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    Good traditional Mexican fare.Small and quaint.Great Guac and tacos.

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    12 years ago

    Couldn't find good this good in Mexico! Great family run joint, food is fantastic! Definitely will return anytime I'm in the area.

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    10 years ago

    I've been to a lot of Mexican food places in Naples. This place is my favorite. Tacos are great, excellent friendly staff, and great drinks.

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    15 years ago

    Great carne asada for $10 at in unimposing place. Worth a visit for the good prices.

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    13 years ago

    Great food portion and it honestly has the best authentic Mexican food. Was very happy with the enchiladas I ordered . Will be back soon.

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    If your looking for authentic Mexican this is the place for you. A hole in the but delicious!! Gordita's were amazing!

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