Looking for a Mexican restaurant in Elizabethtown. Go try out El Patron, excellent service from the…read moremanager Jorge and also amazing food, really love their drinks(Bahama mama lover here)

What a great experience we had a El Patron Grill! Honestly, this wasn't our first pick but due to…read morethe situation I'm glad we ended up here. We came for a weekday lunch on a rainy day. When we arrived we were sat immediately and were probably the 5th table in the good sized restaurant. Our waiter arrived and took our drink orders quickly. It took a few more minutes before he came back to take our food order. While the menu is pretty large it is not huge. That's good IMO because they understand what each dish takes better. My Michelada was excellent! I don't mean because of the showy shrimp and cucumber with Chamoy and Tajin. I mean it was one of the best ones I've ever tasted and I've had a lot. Our food came out and was really good. I got Chipotle Chicken which came on a sizzling platter with a chipotle cheese sauce, onions and peppers, and rice on the side with tortillas. Lip smacking'! I asked for some home made hot sauce as well. It was pretty good but due to the amount of tomatillos in it I found it a tad bit too tangy. The others in my party were apparently happy with their meals because all of their food was gone. If driving through Elizabethtown or vacationing at White Lake and have a taste for Mexican, stop by El Patron and leave full and happy.

The Birria tacos at this place were SO good!! Loaded with flavor and hearty portions! The consume…read morewas delightful!!! Cool hole in the wall Mexican spot we went to while visiting friends. people were friendly! Bathroom was pretty rough, would avoid going in there if possible.

Damn man... I've eaten a LOT of Mexican food in my 53 years, but the steak / shrimp burrito here is…read moreliterally the best burrito I've ever eaten. It was so good, I ordered a second one to go! Place is small, and simple so don't expect "fancy dining" but the staff was friendly, the tables were clean and the burrito to die for. Would definitely come back.

Yummy! Tacos at the lake! Super cute and fresh authentic Mexican! Chicken, beef and steak! Fresh…read moresalsa and chips!

Omg Next to belk in whiteville nc. Don't be fooled by this…read moreplace in a struggling strip mall. They are not listed on yelp and really must be. Storefront is shop/grocery. In the back is non-descript restaurant with salsa and taco toppings bar Tacos 1.50. A massive burrito for 6 bucks. We were there around 3 and fresh handmade tamales were on sale. Perfectly seasoned chicken and green chili. This place is a gem!

Very nice lunch! Had the president tacos - steak and shrimp. Enjoyed them very much! Good chips…read moreand salsa. Rice was nice and flavorful. Best tacos I've had down here.

4.5 Overall - A real beach-feel taco shack, less than a block from the ocean. Outdoor seating (no…read moreindoors) and weathered wood lends authenticity to the Surf City vibe, but then one also needs to contend with the birds and heat (minus the ocean breeze). We drove here with friends from Jacksonville (NC) and experienced the food and service and, afterwards said we'd definitely return here. Why? Tacos. We ordered four - Tuna, Shrimp, Chicken, and Veggie- all on a soft corn tortilla. Each one packed a mouthful of flavor combinations that were distinct and memorable. My blackened and seared tuna took a different turn with the bacon, yet it melded well with the cabbage and the spicy mayo. My favorite - the blackened and grilled Shrimp taco - included Asian slaw and sweet chili sauce that complimented the char. Our friends ordered the seafood nachos which frankly looked liked the shrimp and other seafood were overwhelming the chips! If I had been hungrier, I would have ordered this monster! Soft drinks (Coke products), adult beverages, and "Sweet Treats" are also available. The bathrooms are inside the surf shop. Paid parking is right next to the store. (If a song could be adapted for this review, it would start, "Shaka, Shaka, Shaka, Shaka Tacos)

Man, I hate to give less than 5 stars, but this place has gone downhill over the last 8 years we've…read morecome here. It's so sad. This used to be our favorite, and let me tell you why it no longer is... First, and worst, the customer service. They couldn't make any exchange for the spicy salsa that comes with the kids meal, so basically I'm paying $7 for a tortilla with melted cheese. Additionally, my kid was taking our plates up the steps and fell, getting salsa all over his arm. As he sat there picking up everything, two workers walked by him and ignored him. Didn't ask if he was okay or offer to help. I guess that's what happens when you hire kids that don't care about anything. They all seemed unhappy and I encountered 5 different people and zero smiles. Secondly, the food and prices. I get that everything has gone up in price, but don't go up in price and down in quality, skimping on things that used to be free and plentiful. I just don't want to pay more for less. Lastly, we caught management in a lie and that's just not okay. You gave my husband an excuse for something and me a totally different one. Don't make up stuff to force your ridiculous policies. Bottom line, the food is pretty good, we've been here more times than I can count, but next time remember that customer service goes a long way and you could have just made right an issue that cost you pennies instead of reading this review.

Excellent food and wonderful service! Highly recommend! Our waiter was very helpful on menu…read moreexplanation

Three of us came here for a late lunch. They have a lunch menu that ends st 3:00…read more We were seated right away and the waiter brought salsa and chips quickly and took our order. Our drinks were delivered quickly but it did take a long time for our orders to arrive. I got chicken and beef fajitas with beans and rice and salad ( lettuce , a little cheese and tomato ). My grandson got a chicken taco with beans and rice and a empanada. My daughter got a chicken sandwich with fries. Mine was just warm, not hot. The beans were different than most places but they were ok. My grandson did not eat more than two bites of the taco. I have never seen him do that before. He just didn't like it, even after we put salsa on it to try and improve it. Luckily my daughter had a big serving of fries and my grandson are most of them. They were the best thing we had. We had fried ice cream for dessert and that was just ok as well. Our first waiter was great, checked on us several times but then disappeared. The second girl was just like opposite. We had to ask to order the ice cream.... And we waited a long time before asking. The place is decorated beautifully and the booth was comfortable. There is a large parking lot for parking.

Always amazing food and service, I have been going to them for years and never been disappointed,…read morelove crazy tacos

The quick service is all that was good. The portion, both in garnish and meat, is small and the…read morechicharron is soggy bs. Good horchata though

This is a hidden gem. From the outside, it looks like you might not want to enter but it is a…read moreMexican convenience store with a grill. The ladies work in the grill are making everything fresh and homemade. The food is awesome!!

Best tacos and sopes around! Cute little shop has authentic mexican candies and treats!read more