EL MARIACHI

5825 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston
(515) 276-3887

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Paul Avery

My food arrived just a couple minutes after we ordered. I'm pretty sure it was microwaved. It was bland, the burrito was mushy, the hard shell taco was soggy on one side. Not what I'm used to from this place, it was pretty gross.

Renee Kramer

Food is always delicious! I went in after work on Mother’s Day to take home 3 orders of shrimp fajitas and the patio and tables inside were packed. Despite staff being very busy, I still got my order in 15 min and one of the teens working at the register checked on me while I waited to see if I needed anything. I’ve always had excellent service. The margaritas are delicious as well!

pat kuenkel

Had burrito bowel got sick as a dog.
Will not be back

Scott B. Johnson

Very pleasant, busy restaurant. Typical Mexican menu with some pleasantly surprising special items.

Dietary restrictions: menu has a gluten-free section

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

benjamin klootwyk

Food came in big servings and tasted great. Priced very good for the serving size.

Parking: Easy parking.

Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs for toddlers

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burrito, Steak, Enchilada

Paul Mast

This place is very often crowded. Now I know why. Great food at a reasonable price. We will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

T P

Great food and great service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kerim Karaman

The food was decent— the fajitas and tacos were flavorful, but nothing that really stood out as exceptional. The portions were a bit small for the price, especially considering other similar spots in the area.

The service was quick and efficient, and the staff were friendly, which was a big plus. However, the flavors just didn’t hit the mark for me, and the salsa felt bland. It’s not a bad place, but there’s room for improvement when it comes to the food itself.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Burrito

Chris livengood

First time eating here,food was good ,service was exceptional, reasonably priced, we will be back again

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Zach Conrad

Waited over an hour only for them to tell us they cancelled our order. Had to jump through hoops to get a refund. Descent food, terrible customer service

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Cindy Day

So Had. Taco salad, lots of bland boiled (?) beef, some lettuce and a slice of a tomatoe on top with a dolup of sour cream.
was shocked - very tasteless. I have been here many times, so they have always had the best food and services! And have had the taco salad before! Is it them cutting costs? I would still totally recommenand this awesome mexi to an restaurant!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Crystal West

Clean friendly environment. Quick service & good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

DavidD P

Excellent menu. Service great. Food,

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Taco

David Shannon

We recently moved from the South Side, where our favorite Mexican restaurant was Primos, to Beaverdale. After trying a few places, I believe we've found our new Mexican restaurant on this side of town.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian combo section. Bean or cheese option for some dishes, like enchiladas. Gluten free enchiladas. Beans don't contain meat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Chips

Kunal Singhal

solid service and they are good at accommodating large groups, lunch specials are a nice deal and I love the free chips and salsa. huge menu so you can probably find something that you like, but I feel some things are definitely quite hit or miss and varying in quality.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

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