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    Joel's Mexican Restaurant

    3.9 (22 reviews)
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    Carne Guisada

    I wouldn't even give this place one star! It's not the same at all, the carne gusada has NO flavor! (I couldn't eat it) the time wait SUCKS 15 min just for 2 burritos and a pint of hot sauce (came out to $17) no wonder why the place looks dead ‍ yeah I'd rather go to Jalisco

    Lunch Buffet Monday thru Friday.
    Troy P.

    I always forget about this place, probably because it is placed in the middle of a neighborhood. I leave satisfied. I partook of of the Lunch Buffet. Started with a small bowl of menudo, which had plenty of hominy. Good menudo in my book. From there, moved to the cheese enchiladas with rice and beans. I'm not a huge fan of cheese enchiladas but these were okay. I finished with their carne guisada with rice and beans, which was my favorite from the Buffet. You could also make a crispy taco if interested. They also have homemade chips and a challenging hot sauce if you like it on the warmer side. I rate this place for what it is - a neighborhood hole-in-the-wall.

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    19 hours ago

    Friendly atmosphere quick service people are great food is good the coffee and sweat tea is great

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    Great service and delicious food!!! Every time I've eaten here the food is consistently fresh, hot, and soooo good!!!

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    9 years ago

    Really good food and atmosphere! I'll definitely be going back again. Its located in a neighborhood but worth looking for.

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    7 years ago

    The place is a ​hidden gem. They have great salsa and a lunch buffet.

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    Great AUTHENTIC Mexican food! We ordered Menudo and a breakfast burrito. We will definitely be back!

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    $8 all you can eat cheese enchiladas, fideo, menudo, carne asado, rice, beans, tortillas -- drink included.

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    Nostalgia! This place is like walking into the past. Everyone learns and says your name. Warm…read moresmiles, corney jokes, and a bit of fun humor makes the place a little more special. Home cooking of pancakes (or a waffle), meats (bacon, sausage, ham, steak), eggs (any way you like them), biscuits (fluffy and fresh), fresh gravy, grits, oatmeal, and free flowing coffee like Niagara Falls. Coffee is the best! Never bitter or too strong. To go plates available in case you can't finish the food. To go cup of your drink for the road available as well. If you can't stay, you're hitting the road early so you need take out - well that's available too! Only a party of one for breakfast? Don't be shy, come in and sit at the horseshoe counter. This area is from the original establishment that survived the famous Lubbock Tornado of the 1970's. They're OPEN at 06:30am Wednesday through Sunday but close at 2:00pm (1400pm). No, it's not IHOP. Nothing international here. This is family type of cooking and hanging out. Parking available in the front and sides plus street parking available. The staff meet you at the door with a smile. Service is quick, fun, and pleasant. When sending your on your next endeavor Cathy greets you at the check-out service counter with a smile. Don't forget the punch card for rewards towards your discount meals. Family friendly. Collegiate discounts. Veteran friendly and discounts. Seen on TikTok, Facebook and Facebook Reels, Instagram, and Yelp! If you have questions, just ask Jeff Stotts (owner) or Andrea. We'll see you again Pancake House. Thanks for being Lubbock TX number one family business.

    Small town charm and great service. Everyone knew everyone and made me feel like I was in the right…read moreplace. The food was amazing. For the price it was a lot of food, go hungry.

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