El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant

So, me and the old lady are at a birthday party at champs. We can't help but notice there's a mexican resteraunt next door. It's only 430, so we know it's dead, and we can get in and out fast. That was the plan walking in. Go eat at a place with the same sysco ingredients as everywhere else and be satisfied. Or so we thought.

Hoooo-leeeee crap. This place is amazing. The atmosphere is cool and the staff is friendly, but the food is genuinely next level. It starts with their crafted-in-house salsa. Bright and vibrant with a ton of flavor and the right amount of heat for mass appeal. Then, they bring out the crafted-in-house queso. Expertly spiced, smooth and creamy. I got tacos. (Crosses myself and says a hail mary) They are absolutely the best tacos I've ever tasted in the city of louisville. The last time I tasted those flavors was in a hole in the wall joint in Florida where no one spoke English. The chorizo......there's something I can't identify. Some flavor I don't know fills the olfactory cavity with every bite. I was entranced. I asked what the flavor was, but the server didn't know. She went on to explain that the chorizo is also made in-house, and the recipes are more traditional with a more authentic flavor profile.

Meanwhile, my old lady gets the barria torta. Something neither of us had heard of, but the pics looked excellent. Reminded me of the ropa vieja at Havana rumba. What she got was a Mexican pot roast sandwich the size of a dinner plate. Hot, juicy meat piled high, covered in pickled onions and dripping with au jus. Served with a ramiken of au jus for dipping......She sat there playing with her food. Tearing off bits to flavor differently with the myriad of options available. Verde and rojo, both made by hand. Lime, cilantro, red diced onions, pickled onions, and the aforementioned queso. She must have tried a dozen different combinations. Making o faces and noises the entire time. She didn't finish half.

So needless to say her and I were planning our next visit two bites in. As we sat there, my other measuring stick for mexican resteraunts filled the room around me. What I look for is, do people from that culture eat there? The answer is a resounding yes. When we left, there were more people of Hispanic descent eating than any other group. It was truly a spectacular experience.

I have found my new spot.

You should come find it too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

One star off for excessive atmosphere. Always excellent service. I enjoyed some tacos on the last visit. They were great. Taco De Maiz - 1 Chorizo, 1 Pastor, 1 Lengua. Quit reading reviews and get yourself to El Mariachi.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent, the best in Mexican food, I congratulate you

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tacos Al Pasto

Great food, horrible chips. The salsa is awesome but the chips are so hard and will destroy your mouth.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Great service and delicious food! They have the best cooks. Seriously I never get the same plate and every time it’s absolutely delicious! They’re very clean and accommodating.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT IN LOUISVILLE! Always fresh food here. Best rice, best beans, best fajita veggies. Awesome service and open til 10! Waitresses are always SUPER nice. Always always. Definitely a hidden gem.
Mariachi - don’t change

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely the best Mexican restaurant in Louisville. Fresh ingredients authentic menu. Can't be beaten.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My wife and I came in for the first time several days back. I don't remember what it was called. Served in a mortar, beef ribs, shrimp, chicken, cactus (delicious), steak and veggies. We finished the meal with home made cherry fried ice cream served with chocolate syrup and crispy cinnamon and sugar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious Hispanic food. The gorditos (I think that is how it is spelt) were delicious! It was not crowded so we got our food in no time. The drinks were also cheap!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

We went for the 1st time to celebrate our son’s 7th birthday and I have to say they went above and beyond to make his birthday special. The Food is so delicious, and large portions for such a reasonable price. The staff was amazing and very friendly! I highly recommend! We definitely will be coming back again!!

Authentic in house made tortillas and tortilla chips are unlike any other restaurant in the city. Tacos and beans are my favorite. Authentic Mexican food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fajita Nachos, Rice and Beans, Pollo, 2 Chicken Tacos

I have been fortunate enough to be served by Yazmin on several occasions, and I can say without a doubt that she is the best waitress I have ever met. Her service is impeccable, always prompt, and with an attention to detail that really stands out. From the moment we arrive, Yazmin greets us with a warm smile, and her positive attitude is maintained throughout the entire experience. She makes sure that our drinks are always full and our dishes arrive at the table at the perfect temperature. Her promptness does not compromise the quality of the service at all, as she is always attentive to our needs and anticipates any request.

The restaurant, for its part, is consistently excellent. The food is always fresh and arrives at the table at the ideal temperature, demonstrating a clear commitment to quality. The atmosphere is welcoming, and you can tell that every detail is carefully thought out to provide a memorable dining experience.

Also, I want to highlight the work of the manager, Juan. Every time we visit the restaurant, he makes sure that my family and I have the best experience possible. He is always friendly, approachable, and clearly committed to the satisfaction of his customers. Juan has a knack for making every visit feel special, and that's something we deeply appreciate.

Bottom line, if you're looking for a place with great food and exceptional service, this is it. Thank you Yazmin and Juan for making every visit a memorable experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Carne Asada, Steak

Excellent food, amazing atmosphere and great food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

100% delicious Mexican food to go to dinner to celebrate a birthday on a different afternoon from there I love shrimp because I eat meat or chicken at home. Ha ha

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Ceviche de Pescado

I get up crazy early in the morning and I like to eat early. This place served me in a very early and it was very good food. I highly recommend them

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5