My husband and I ordered the menudo which was delicious and my daughter ordered the tamales and fideo, she loved both. She is a somewhat picky 4 year old but she approved of her meal and ate very well. The customer service is great, the waiter came by and checked on us very frequently. They are very attentive and friendly. The restaurant itself clean and spacious. read more

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Some of the best Mexican food I've had in years. The machaca had juicy, shredded beef that was exquisitely seasoned. The chile con queso over it was delicious. read more

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A friend and I were cruising up Dyer St. in El Paso when we decided to embark at Lucy's Cafe North for lunch. Although the parking lot at this bistro is not large the restaurant itself is bigger inside than you would anticipate from looking at it from the outside. There are a lot of comfortable booths and many wood tables and chairs in an open and clean environment. Although it is called "Lucy's" all the staff as far as I could see were men. Everyone was welcoming and pleasant. The service overall was very good. Lucy's menu is diverse enough to please any palate and prices are quite reasonable. Today I ordered "Lucy's Famous Machaca Plate" and my friend ordered the Chimichanga Plate. While waiting for our food the waiter brought a smallish basket of chips and a bowl of salsa verde to the table. He soon returned with a bowl of a light tomato soup with fideo. That was not mentioned on the menu as I recall but it was free of charge. The chips were fine and the salsa verde was really up there on the heat scale. It was one of the spiciest salsas I've been served in a restaurant. Rate the soup a "B" with its nice mild flavor and the salsa a "B" also. Within twelve minutes or so our food arrived. I found the Spanish rice to be prepared really well, fluffy and with good flavor. The refried beans had a nice flavor and consistency. Rate the rice and beans both a "B+." My machaca was excellent. The shredded beef mixed with chopped tomatoes, onion, and an egg was covered with a delicious chile con queso that was made in heaven. Lucy's Cafe really knows how to season their food. The beef was juicy and not dried out like in many other places. The seasoning was exquisite. This machaca was so good! Rate it an "A." My friend's chimichanga plate arrived with two smallish chimis and rice, refried beans, and a bit of salad. She ordered her chimis with beef and they had the same delicious shredded beef that comprised my machaca. A bit of sour cream topped one chimi and guacamole the other. She said her chimichangas were both excellent. So, a nice place with really pleasant and efficient service, a broad menu with reasonable prices, and really good upper level Mexican food. Today's food was some of the most flavorful Mexican food I've had in awhile. Rate today's overall dining experience FOUR AND A HALF STARS for excellent. Can't wait to return. read more

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Lucy's Café North has been around a long time, and the food is definitely a step above fast‑food Mexican -- solid flavors, generous portions, and familiar dishes. When the kitchen is on, the plates come out hot and satisfying. Service is hit‑or‑miss. If you can get someone's attention, they're friendly, but it can take a while to flag anyone down. It's not the place to go when you're in a hurry or hoping for quick refills. The seating could use an upgrade. The chairs are hard and uncomfortable, and for a restaurant that's been in business this long, you'd expect something easier to sit in. The noise level can get moderate to loud during busy times, which doesn't help the comfort factor. Temperature is another issue. Whoever controls the thermostat seems to prefer extremes -- it's usually either noticeably warm or noticeably cold, rarely anything in the comfortable middle. It feels like the dining room is catching whatever temperature the kitchen is running. Parking is convenient as long as the lot isn't full, but it can get tight during peak hours. Overall, it's worth stopping by during off‑peak times when things are calmer, but it doesn't quite land as a favorite vibe for me. The food is better than Taco Bell, but not strong enough to make it an everyday stop. Still, it's a familiar neighborhood option when you want a hearty plate and have the time -- and patience -- for the experience. read more

Wonderful place with great prices. Great for kids as there are many breakfast and lunch options. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. read more

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Holy heck this place is great! The Machaca is some of the best in El Chuco! The family tradition carries on at Lucy's North!

*Dined-3.23.24: Came here for breakfast before I left town as it was recommended. I had the Chile Verde and Eggs which came with refried beans and hashbrowns & choice or corn or flour tortillas. I ordered corn and they gave me 6 tortillas wrapped in aluminum foil so they stayed nice and hot while I ate. Not sure it I was to share them with my dad b/c I sure was surprised they were generous to give me that many, I was expecting 2-3. My dad got the Huevo Rancheros. We both enjoyed our breakfast. The beans were tasty. As a starter they give you fideo soup which I really wanted to finish but it was just way too salty, neither one of us could eat it. Customer service was good and price was just right. I'd come back when I'm back in town to try something else. Always good to support local! read more

Great food. Service time was good. I'm going to return. Family of four with everything being great. Great job.

Food was bad and place had greasy floors had really bad service do not come here to eat

The food here was amazing! My family were passing through from the airport to New Mexico and stopped here after a recommendation. It was a fifteen minute drive from retrieval of our rental car and delicious! The portions were large, customer service impeccable - our server was Ricardo - and all of the food super tasty. Great price - normally to feed our large family costs an arm and a leg. Our faves were the bean tostadas, chicken carbon tacos, egg and sausage burrito, and the machaca burrito. Everyone was thoughtful, attentive and friendly and the food was 5 stars (from each of our five children!). Will most definitely return on our way back through El Paso for our return flight. I wish we had a place like Lucy's Cafe back home. read more

Food was Great and Clean Restaurant very Friendly service nice variety of food choices only thing wish salsa was hotter tasted like water down salsa other than that it was 5 stars.You Gotta try their Award winning tacos Antonia the very best in El Paso. read more

My wife and I have been doing Saturday lunch at Lucy's for the last few years. Service is great, but last 6 months, food no longer consistent. Two examples: Bean and Cheese Burritos used to be served on a toasted tortilla, now they seem to be microwaved, soggy, overcooked. Hamburgers used to fill the bun, cooked medium-well, with toasted bun. On my recent visit, the burger filled half the bun, was overcooked (burnt around the edges), and the outside of the bun was soggy (not from the burger meat- water or something?). I know Lucy's staff can do better than this, I hope that they will in the future. Trying to present constructive criticism, hope this helps. read more

Always great food, and . great service. The staff is friendly. Awesome atmosphere. Better than the "chain restaurants". read more

Cannot see the attraction.. was no where near what everyone was telling us it was.. Table was sticky even after they wiped it down.. sorry but no read more

This is definitely a little hidden gem in the NE and I'm so glad we tried it. I eventually realized this is the famous Lucys but their NE location (duh me). We wanted some breakfast and they delivered. The staff was fast and attentive and the food came out nice and hot. They served us chips and salsa and a little bowl of fideo (soup) before our meal (I thought it was odd since it was breakfast but then again why not). The prices are so reasonably priced, wish I would have gotten a menu pic. They even have a mini breakfast for like $4.99 that I'm very intrigued to order next time. Give them a try and support local! read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Pork chops and eggs - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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I knew Lucy for over 50 years. The original Machaca. Great breakfast. Great service, family owned. read more

They've changed! They expanded, git better cooks, and staff. The pork chops were on point n my fave Jamaica! Returning soon

I love the food and the service. I would get my Sopita fix here when I was pregnant! It's great for lunch and always felt like your in a neighborhood restaurant read more

I swear I am failing as a Yelper... I have come to this place so many times and yet this is my first time checking in and giving it a review. Sad Face. Two words. Taco Tuesday. I think I am obsessed with tacos lately, like, seriously. I usually eat chilaquiles when I come to Lucy's but since it is taco Tuesday I had to carry the tradition on. So I am here waiting for my chicken tacos. Yes... I recently began eating chicken again and so far it's been an ok journey. I am pretty confident that my tacos are going to be amazing. Lucy's isn't fancy, it isn't big. But the artwork on the walls is for sale and I think they are all local artists. Regardless, the food is good and cheap. There are three tables that only seat two people and six tables that seat four and there have been times I've come in and there were no seats available. Annnnd the tacos were great!!! This place uses yellow corn tortillas and the flavor was amazing. I could just eat the tortilla and be happy . The salsa verde added the right amount of heat that I like and the masa on the tamale was flavorful. I will definitely be back to give something else on the menu a try! read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Chicken taco plate and one red tamale. - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

As always the food and service was amazing. My mother in law loved the menudo and pancakes are fluffy and very large. All the plates have been high quality and great portions. The prices are ridiculously low for what you get. read more

Great service. Friendly environment. The food was okay for the price. The machaca is pretty good. read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Lucy's Best - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Yes! The burritos and salsa are fast and delicious!! Best I've had from the Northeast EP.

These guys never disappoint!! Always have the best stuff in town , tacos , salsa and great vibes all day

Great food, fast service, friendly staff... Who could ask for anything more! They are following all the social distancing rules and cleaning everything. Bathrooms is probably the cleanest in town! They bring you some really yum green chile salsa and chips. The soup is the basic tomato Today we had the steak picado and the empanadas. Delicious! read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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This place is a MUST when I'm visiting my parents in El Paso. The tacos Antonina were just as I remember!! The fideo soup was a plus, just like mom used to make. I will definitely keep coming back when I visit. read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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Okay you walk in and there's some Mexican Cokes right there it has to be heaven! Services outstanding very friendly. I ordered the breakfast sandwich. Food is very good I highly recommend you come to this establishment read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Inside - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Great breakfast!!!! Breakfast burritos and traditional Mexican dishes are delicious. Even the coffee was fresh and smooth. The only gripe I have is that communication is hard ,and they give you very little salsa for the food. The salsa is great, by the way! read more

Always a great dining experience. The staff is attentive and the food always delicious; served quickly and hot. Try the pork chops!!! read more

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Awesome people that work there and the food is fantastic!!! Great little place in the northeast, one of our diamonds. read more

Great food with appropriate pricing. Service was good but not too fast paced. Enchiladas were tasty.

Great food and service! Special Lusy's dish was amazing. Highly recommended this place

My daughter and I ate at Lucy's a few weeks ago. The service was awesome and the food was so good. Cooked fresh. The server was so friendly and courteous. We will definitely be going back to this restaurant to eat. read more

The Chilaquiles are the best I have ever had in the US. Authentico! This is a must stop for breakfast when you are in El Paso

The food and service is always great. The restraunt expanded and offers more seating but it is still busy. The staff is always accommodating and professional. Tacos Antonia are the best. read more

Food is delicious, service is exceptional, and they will not disappoint. I highly recommend you go and try it.

Have gone there twice and service is slow. I ordered tacos one time tortillas were real flimsy and meat just falling off.

First off, it's a diner. So manage your expectations around that. That said, it's a great diner. Actually, this would be my go to spot if I were local. Everything I had was delicious. I got the Machaca breakfast. It had the most flavorful cheese sauce on it that I've ever had. Had chiles, tomato, and peppers cooked in it, to where each was tender and flavorful. It was so great! The whole meal was yummy. Warm corn tortillas, tender and juicy Machaca beef, perfectly scrambled and salted eggs, and flavorful retried beans. Even the chips and salsa were delicious (albeit pretty spicy). Everyone was SUPER friendly but not clingy. My husband got steak and eggs and wasn't crazy about it, but again - it's a diner. So him ordering a steak is just not my business :/. read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Machaca breakfast - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Pretty great little place to enjoy a meal. The price is average (10 dollar a plate) but there are other meals on it. Pretty good stuff for sure.I would try it if your in the area. Very relaxing atmosphere. read more

Lucy's Cafe North - Menu - Mexican Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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Love this place! Always so friendly, food is great, people even better. Love the chill diner environment.

Food selection is awesome flavor is good friendly waiters they take care of you like you were family