El Puente | Mexican
$ • Mexican, Vegetarian
Hours:
1111 E Republic Rd, Springfield
(417) 883-4502
About El Puente | Mexican
Customers' Favorites
El Puente | Mexican Reviews
I haven’t been here since June 2024 because of bad service and bad food but I thought I would give it another chance.
$16.99 for Carne Asada and half of it was fat.
A Gentlemen set me, same gentlemen got my drink he was vey friendly.
Waitress named Vicky took my order and brought me my food and brought me the bill. She never once came back and checked on me. The service in this establishment is subpar at very best and the food has become disgusting, when this place...read full review
I don't normally write bad reviews but our experience was so bad here, I felt I had to.
We accidentally ordered from this location instead of the Nixa location and instead of cancelling our order, we decided to do the right thing and drive to pick it up. I wish we'd just have bailed on the food.
When I arrived, I found our takeout order in a bag, sitting on a counter by the checkout which was also by the front door, unattended. After paying, the worker handed me...read full review
I’ve been here multiple times and have never had an issue, but this time was horrible. I requested no onions or tomatoes on my order, and after it was delivered, it took almost 18 minutes for the server to come back and check on things, and that chimichanga was packed full of onions and tomatoes. He sat down at the table and chose to watch TV for 17 minutes instead of coming to check on my food. So I did not eat half of my food or drink my drink and was just told “I’m sorry.”...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
El Puente | Mexican is a highly praised restaurant known for its delicious food and excellent service. Many reviews highlight the El Puente Rib Eye as a standout dish, while others mention the Burrito Mexicano and fajita plate as favorites. The restaurant is also recognized for its complimentary chips and salsa, which are warm and crunchy, with a salsa that offers a nice kick. The atmosphere is described as beautiful and inviting, making it a great spot for families and friends.
While most experiences are positive, with quick service even when busy, there was a mention of a less satisfactory experience with service on one occasion. Despite this, the overall sentiment is that El Puente offers a wonderful dining experience with a wide variety of flavorful dishes. The homemade hot sauce is a must-try, and the tortillas are considered the best around. Customers recommend El Puente for anyone looking for great Mexican food in a welcoming atmosphere.