El Rios Mexican Cafe
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Cheese Quesadilla Rice
Commentary Nachos
Mushroom Burrito
Chicken Fajitas
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Nachos
Texas Fajitas
Fajita Chicken
Chicken Soup
Bean Burrito
El Rios Mexican Cafe Reviews
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This was some of the best Mexican food ever. It might not look like much from the outside but that's what lured us in. Must try the spinach it was great! We will be returning.
When I first moved to Dawsonville a few years ago, I was trying different Mexican restaurants in the area and All of them tasted like fast food. The service was awful. Then a local person who lives in Dawsonville their whole life said that we should try El Rios. It’s family owned, and the food is like authentic Mexican. The service is outstanding. They know us personally we go there so much. Even now that we moved to Dahlonega, we take time out of our day to drive 25 minutes...read full review
I really love the chicken soup it taste amazing I think it has natural healing powers when your sick
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 9PM |
El Rios Mexican Cafe is a family-owned, local restaurant in Dawsonville that offers fast and friendly service. The menu features classic Tex-Mex dishes, including Texas Fajitas, burritos, and margaritas. Customers often praise the hot and fresh chips, refillable salsa, and the overall value of the meals. Although it may not provide an authentic Mexican experience, El Rios is known for its reliable, quick service and satisfying Americanized Mexican cuisine, making it a beloved hometown favorite. The cafe is open from five in the evening until two o'clock in the afternoon, which makes it a convenient stop for travelers. Many enjoy the great Fajitas and Quesadillas, and recommend trying the sweet tea with a lime. The attentive staff, led by Jorge Sanchez and his family, work hard to ensure a wonderful dining experience, with many customers returning multiple times a week and feeling like family. The Taco salad with sautéed beef tips has also received high praise for its exceptional taste.