Lucy&#x27;s Cafe North

Typical business trip to El Paso and had a couple hours before heading to the airport. My co-worker…read morehad been here before and insisted on trying this again. It's a little hard to find tucked back in a little strip center. The inside is interesting decor with different theme walls. What was nice is that the staff was very friendly. It was close to closing time so we ordered fast and got our chips and salsa quickly. Loved the homemade chips and that they were still warm. Salsa was ok. I liked my fajitas but I wasn't as blown away with the taste as my co-worker. I had a few pieces of meat that had grizzle when I bit into them. It wasn't as seasoned as I was hoping too. The beans and rice were ok but didn't appear scratch made.

Amazingly good flautas for an incredibly reasonable price. (They have other dishes too, but that's…read morewhat they are known for!) Beans and rice on the side are optional / modest extra charge - they are usually very good and worth adding if you're hungry enough. My favorite sauce is the Chipotle. It's got heat as it's also creamy...I would call it medium (I like spicy food.) If you're getting them to go, you might want the sauce and toppings on the side. They usually ask about that, but occasionally they might forget. Service is usually friendly and efficient even when they are busy. Your food is made to order, so it's fast but not instantaneous. Allow 5-10 minutes for pickup most of the time. The dining room is medium-sized. I would say it's a place to eat and go, not stay and linger.

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This is a staple here in El Paso Texas, it's great food, drinks, lots of history all around you and…read moreover all a great atmosphere. Perfect for family, business, or just be out with friends.

Best green chicken enchiladas in the city!!! Historical and…read moregreat service! A must visit

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The green enchiladas with beef was so filling and good, we got our order quickly and was so…read morerefreshing living in austin to come home and have some real Mexican.

I was very excited to try this place for the machaca and green chile combo. Unfortunately the…read morespecial seafood crab one (it was basically the crab sticks) wasn't as good as I thought. It was very heavy and very cheesy. There was something super heavy about that I cant describe. The staff was super nice and got us our food and drinks and refilled our salsa n chips often. My friend had the mole item and felt it was way too sweet/cocoa on it. Overall I would've wanted to try the other machaca items and other things. The vibe is very homely and chill, bit of a hole in the wall atmosphere.

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Los Bandidos De Carlos & Mickey's

3.7(588 reviews)

7.9 mi

"Simply Amazing" Wow!!…read moreFrozen Margarita a favorite. Steak tampiqueña taking me to the next level! "Simply Amazing" Food great Service great Ambiance great Parking...well that's a challenge lol

I've been a loyal customer of this establishment since 2008. While the food was never the primary…read morereason I returned, the excellent margaritas and outstanding service kept me coming back for nearly two decades. Unfortunately, that loyalty came to an end after a recent experience that was both disappointing and unacceptable. My family and I chose this restaurant to celebrate a birthday. Every guest paid separately, and there were no issues during the evening itself. However, as the event concluded, multiple attendees, including family members and in-laws, overheard servers making derogatory comments about our party. Among the remarks were that we were "ungrateful," "cheap," and "broke," along with other inappropriate comments that no customer should ever have to hear. I brought the matter to the attention of ownership, hoping for a meaningful resolution. While I was told the employees had been reprimanded, the proposed remedy was a $25 gift card. After nearly 18 years of patronage, the response felt dismissive and only added insult to injury. What disappoints me most is not simply the behavior of the staff, but the lack of accountability and concern shown afterward. This was a place I once considered a reliable and welcoming destination for family gatherings and celebrations. Sadly, that trust has been lost. As a result, I will no longer be returning or recommending this establishment to friends, family, or colleagues. Respect for customers should be a fundamental part of any hospitality business, and in this case, that standard was not met.

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Everything was just average. We stopped in El Paso for the…read morenight while traveling. The restaurant was close to the hotel we stayed so we devout try it. Food was ok but nothing really good. The service was decent. The waitress took our orders fast but did not come to offer to refill our drinks. If we travel through El Paso again I will look for another place.

Don't pass this place up. The food is delicious. So much salsa to choose from and great drinks…read more The service was excellent. When I return to El Paso I will definitely come back here to eat.

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El Toro Bronco

4.7(73 reviews)

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I ordered the 5 person combo chicken and steak. To go. It…read morecomes with 5 prebuttered baked potatoes- average sized, a large serving of Charro beans, one small queso fundido with Chorizo, ( they charged me for the chorizo and the queso did not have it). About 8 large chile toreados, grilled onions.and plenty of corn tortillas. The charro beans were mostly bean soup. I actually poured some of the bean soup into a bowl so we could serve ourselves to avoid some spilling. The baked potatoes were generously bathed in butter. They did not provide any other toppings for the potatoes. Personally I think some sour cream, or Mexican crema de la Mesa, some chives, some other toppings would have been nice. The queso fundido was good but also a disappointment. It was missing the chorizo that I had paid extra for. The meat was very good. Well done but not dry or hard to chew. I was pleased to see that the chicken was not cooked into dryness. We did come across a couple of meat grisel or what in Spanish is called "nervio". This place has a small sign that states that if you pay with a credit card a 3% service charge will be added to your bill. I am pretty good with math and I pointed out to the cashier that they actually charge 4%. He did make a correction on my bill. Be ware of your bill. Otherwise they do give you plenty of food. It reminds me of a Mexican parrillada/ grilled cook out. The food here was very good, good tasting, and in spite of the small glitches worth it. We will be returning again.

Decided to try this little hole and the wall and man oh man does this place pack a punch in terms…read moreof flavor! The flavor of everything was really really good. From the meats to the sauces. Amazing! Only thing I didn't like is how dang small my tacos were. Other than that, great spot!

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El Cometa

3.9(292 reviews)

9.8 mi

I discovered El Cometa in 2019 through a friend, and it quickly became one of my favorite places to…read moreeat whenever I am in El Paso. Looking back, El Cometa is what started my taco obsession. Their tacos al pastor con queso are so good. The marinated pork is perfectly seasoned, a little greasy in the best way, and topped with melted cheese. One thing I love is their salsa bar. I always grab the red salsa, green salsa, and guacamole. I pile all three on my tacos, and every bite is amazing. Their tacos remind me of my favorite tacos at the resort my family visited every summer in Cancún. Even though it has been years since I have been there, El Cometa brings those memories back with every bite. The staff is incredible. Last summer, the hostess recognized me right away and seated me immediately. She even remembered my order. I order the exact same thing every visit: tacos and two cans of Sprite. The fact that she has been there since I first started coming in 2019 makes every visit feel like coming home. From 2019 until I moved away in 2022, I went there almost every week. To eat here, everyone lines up at the cashier to place an order, but somehow I always felt like royalty. The staff knew me, and every visit felt welcoming. El Cometa never disappoints. The food is outstanding, the service is excellent, and every visit reminds me why I fell in love with tacos in the first place.

Quick pit stop in El Paso for Mexican food. Very casual ambiance you order first and they bring the…read morefood to your table. While you wait you can go to the salsa bar which has a good variety. I'm always a sucker for green sauce and both green sauce were my favorites one mild one a little spicy. Service was quick. Food was decent. First and second menu items were our choices. The tacos al pastor were great, decent amount of meat on the tacos and flavorful. Flautas are more like taquitos very crunchy on the outside and the meat was tender. Price is affordable.

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Carlos & Mickey's

3.6(80 reviews)

7.1 mi

$25 for a very small steak and shrimp fajitas with awefull looking canned beans, flautas were…read moretasteless my wife did not eat the rest after tolerating eating only one. Too expensive for small portions and horrible food! And margaritas ....$17 dlls ? Wow!!! I'll never go back to the one on mcgruger

We were in town for a few days to visit family for the holidays and couldn't believe how early many…read moreplaces close on Sunday night! Unfortunately the place we really wanted to eat at closes early on Sundays. So we hesitantly decided to go to Carlos & Mickey's since it was open. My boyfriend said the margarita was good but the food was very subpar. We added the free salsa that came with tostadas to the guacamole. It needed something to give it a decent taste. Then my flautas were not very good. I asked for more salsa so they brought me a different version. The salsa made the flautas somewhat more palatable. My boyfriend had a combo plate and ate it since he was hungry but didn't say he really liked anything on it. I say this to those from out of town esp when visiting for events like the Sun Bowl, there are other restaurants that serve fantastic Mexican food in El Paso. You truly should consider those!

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Taconeta

4.4(441 reviews)

10.6 mi

FIrst of - fantastic tacos - the Baja fish tacos and the EL Teofilo shrimp and cheese were…read moresuperlative - outstanding, fresh and so delicious. Additionally, the agua fresca - cucumber lime - was awesome on an incredibly hot day. Great people, great service, very fun vibe inside. First rate and unforgettable

Eat tacos. Sip tequila. Repeat…read more Probably one of the best taco restaurants I've been to in El Paso! I could say so much for you to believe me, and it honestly starts with the speedy (and kind) service, flavorful profiles and the pricing! My first visit I just simply couldn't believe it. Each visit, I try something new and I must say that I'm hooked on the Jamaica Margarita (with the tajin rim), and the pork shoulder taco, as well as the chicken taco! The Baja shrimp taco is also in my top 3! The staff is kind, energetic and will remember you; not just from personal experience but from my observations as well. Service is fast, food is hot and it's a great place to be! There is no wi-fi, but it is a FUN and engaging place for sure! I'd recommend a bar seat if you're lucky Warning: You may leave planning your next visit before you've even paid the bill.

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Andale Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

3.8(345 reviews)

9.7 mi

I went to the Ándale restaurant and had an excellent experience. I had a great time. The carnitas…read morewere delicious. The service was exceptional. Additionally, there is live music on weekends. It's a good place to celebrate a birthday or any other get-together.

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Lisa R.

9 years ago

Had breakfast here one morning and it blew me away! I was stuffed but wanted to keep eating it was that good. Returned for the chicken tacos two days later (take out). WONDERFUL as well. This Lucy's opened in this location about a year ago. The location has seen about five restaurants in the past ten years that came and went. I hope Lucy's stays here forever. Great prices, great food and great people working here too. read more

Erica B.

5 years ago

The food was so good. This was our first outing since the pandemic hit and we couldn't have chosen a better place to have breakfast. The servers were very nice and fast and the place was clean, made me feel comfortable during this difficult time. I ordered the tamales with eggs and my husband the red chilaquiles with eggs. Both very delicious. read more

Larry B.

4 years ago

I've been eating here for several years. Never had a bad meal. The food is really good and the service is right on. It is a very friendly staff and everyone seems to know each other. The chili Colorado is robust and full of flavor. The breakfast sandwich is a full meal and tasty. The cafe is definitely family friendly. read more

Margo L.

229

7 years ago

A "hidden northeast treasure" where the food, service and prices are incomparable!!! A must try and worth the drive, if you don't live nearby!!! read more

Chelsea S.

3 years ago

We eat here all the time. Amazing food, great prices, and friendly employees. Definitely recommend if you're in El Paso!

Brian H.

9 months ago

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

Michel S.

5 years ago

Amazing The food was so good just like something grandma would make love the tacos and the burritos. read more

Alia M.

8 years ago

A classic, this place never disappoints, is the closest you can get to a home made meal, I love it!

Jozlynn C.

2 years ago

absolutely amazing food service is so welcoming and helpful. I got my food in less than 20 min!!!!

Teresa L.

9 years ago

This place is amazing best customer service and the food is awesome I would recommend to everyone

Bre B.

2 years ago

Delicious restaurant and I cannot wait to visit again. I would recommend it every day if I could.

Cris M.

4 years ago

Always amazing food! Friendly staff and very welcoming. One of our favourite places to go!

Norma Y.

4 years ago

I love the Menudo so. good !!!! All the staff is so nice and they help each other awesome. read more

Gustavo G.

3 years ago

Very good customer service. The food is good. The price is good. The place is very clean. read more

Paul L.

6 years ago

I've enjoyed the great food and friendly service at Lucy's for over 40 years. Thanks....

Norma Y.

4 years ago

Had the Menudo was so good !!!!!!!

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