El Pavo Real
4401 S Broad Ave, New Orleans
(504) 266-2022
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Chipotle Coconut Shrimp
Chicken Enchiladas
Breakfast Burrito
Tacos Al Pastor
Black Bean Soup
Chicken Tamales
Chicken Tinga
Spicy Popcorn
Carne Asada
Chilaquiles
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Ordered the queso and chips appetizer and the pescado frito tacos... Queso dip is flavorful, creamy and has many textures. The tacos are composed simply, ingredients taste fresh, you have the option to spice it up with jalapeños or hot sauces. The pickled onion and cabbage slaw help balance the fried fish, along with the Chipotle mayo—be sure to add yourself a squeeze of lime or cilantro. Fast, attentive service. Sweet, respectful, and helpful staff. Usually a nice mix of...
We go to El Pavo Real every few months and it is always outstanding. The dishes are thoughtfully composed, sourced with good, fresh ingredients, and consistently executed perfectly. There's no dry, tired fish or soggy carnitas or grocery store tortillas. The menu draws upon dishes loved in actual Mexico, not the five-ingredient remix plates of American Tex-Mex. But the plates also aren't fussy or precious, and the price ($9-12 for taco plates, $15-25 for most entrees)...
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We arrived during happy hour and they were not too busy.
So fresh! The Rajas con queso is highly recommended. They may not be the least expensive but the food is incredible.
We ordered the carnitas which was lean, yet juicy and the mole poblano was a delicious experience.
The restaurant is very clean and the wait staff is attentive.
If you come here, think gourmet Mexican worth the visit. It is not your run-of-the...