The atmosphere isn’t fancy here, but the proprietors seem to care and the food doesn’t disappoint.
Della Tapia
Our first lunch date ..Ernest and Della
Food: 5
Service: 4
Randy Bray
Best Mexican in Corvallis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joshua Walker
Food was horrible tasted awful chicken was dark nachos couldn’t be pulled apart at all and came out soggy, salsa was bland and chips came out cold.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
carrol esterhuizen
This is a great go to restaurant for Mexican food in Corvallis The same servers have worked here for years. The owner sings sometimes ! We have had great meals here for over 20 years and the food never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
michael
Super good food, a great variety and excellent quality. The staff is exemplary and diligent. I absolutely appreciate this fantastic restaurant and the friendly people, good prices for quick and quality service and offerings. Bravo to El Sol De Mexico.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsey Kelso
Ordered their food through DoorDash so can’t speak for service or atmosphere, but the food is the worst tasting food I’ve had in a long time. Everything had a bland watery taste to it, and there was way too much of said bland food. I ate a small fraction of the food and threw the rest away. Do they give you more food to make up for tasting so bad? Such a waste. My burrito was a watery/beany mess with very chewy chicken (freezer burned) that lacked so much in flavor that it tasted like nothing. I didn't even know that was possible. I had to add salsa to even be able to eat it. My husband got pork enchiladas that I tasted and immediately regretted and spit it out. The sauce was disgusting. Don't waste your time or money here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chris Horton
Exactly what we needed, great food, beautiful dining rooms and great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Santiago
I recently had the misfortune of dining at El Sol de México, and it was, hands down, the worst culinary experience of my life. From the moment I walked in, the place reeked of neglect—sticky floors covered in what I can only assume was a mix of spilled salsa and questionable grime, tables smeared with old food stains, and a bathroom that looked like it hadn’t been cleaned since the restaurant opened. The overall cleanliness was absolutely disgusting, making me question how any health inspector could allow this place to operate. The food was an outright disaster. I ordered their so-called “signature” enchiladas, which arrived looking like they’d been scraped off the bottom of a dumpster. The chicken was rubbery and undercooked, with a strange, sour taste that suggested it had been sitting out for days. The rice was a clumpy, cold mess, and the beans had a gritty texture that made me gag. To top it off, the salsa was watery and tasted like it was made from canned tomatoes left to ferment. I’m convinced the kitchen staff has no idea what hygiene means—there were visible grease stains on the counter, and I saw a cook wiping his hands on his apron before handling my food. I wouldn’t be surprised if I end up with food poisoning from this nightmare. The service was the final insult. The manager, a rude and arrogant man with a permanent scowl, barked at us when we asked for a clean fork (after finding one with dried food on it). He rolled his eyes, muttered something under his breath, and threw the new utensil on the table like we were bothering him. The waitstaff was equally unhelpful, ignoring our requests for water refills and acting like we were invisible. When I tried to address the issues with the manager, he cut me off mid-sentence, raised his voice, and told me to “stop complaining or leave.” I’ve never felt so disrespected in a restaurant. El Sol de México isn’t just a bad dining option—it’s a health hazard and a testament to terrible management. Save your money, your stomach, and your dignity—avoid this place at all costs. One star is too generous; it deserves zero.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Daniel Lewer
The building is great, the waiter and food are good. There is one particular waitress there that obviously doesn't like working there and has been there for a very long time so I am guessing she is family or owner. Food is great, service is great but if she is working be prepared for eye rolls and snarky comments but it is kinda part of the charm for us at this point:)
I’ve been a customer for as long as this restaurant started business here. Some people might think this reason I have might be petty or stupid, but it’s a matter of principle for me. I asked for a container to carry my leftover salsa out. The waiter said, “ no because it’s free.” Now this was part of my meal, but being free makes it their salsa and gives them the right to decide what happens to it. Now I got the bill with two mint candies. That was also “free.” So what? Can I take this out of the restaurant? According to the waiter, No!!!
The atmosphere isn’t fancy here, but the proprietors seem to care and the food doesn’t disappoint.
Our first lunch date ..Ernest and Della
Food: 5
Service: 4
Best Mexican in Corvallis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was horrible tasted awful chicken was dark nachos couldn’t be pulled apart at all and came out soggy, salsa was bland and chips came out cold.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This is a great go to restaurant for Mexican food in Corvallis The same servers have worked here for years. The owner sings sometimes ! We have had great meals here for over 20 years and the food never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super good food, a great variety and excellent quality. The staff is exemplary and diligent. I absolutely appreciate this fantastic restaurant and the friendly people, good prices for quick and quality service and offerings. Bravo to El Sol De Mexico.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered their food through DoorDash so can’t speak for service or atmosphere, but the food is the worst tasting food I’ve had in a long time. Everything had a bland watery taste to it, and there was way too much of said bland food. I ate a small fraction of the food and threw the rest away. Do they give you more food to make up for tasting so bad? Such a waste. My burrito was a watery/beany mess with very chewy chicken (freezer burned) that lacked so much in flavor that it tasted like nothing. I didn't even know that was possible. I had to add salsa to even be able to eat it. My husband got pork enchiladas that I tasted and immediately regretted and spit it out. The sauce was disgusting. Don't waste your time or money here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Exactly what we needed, great food, beautiful dining rooms and great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently had the misfortune of dining at El Sol de México, and it was, hands down, the worst culinary experience of my life. From the moment I walked in, the place reeked of neglect—sticky floors covered in what I can only assume was a mix of spilled salsa and questionable grime, tables smeared with old food stains, and a bathroom that looked like it hadn’t been cleaned since the restaurant opened. The overall cleanliness was absolutely disgusting, making me question how any health inspector could allow this place to operate.
The food was an outright disaster. I ordered their so-called “signature” enchiladas, which arrived looking like they’d been scraped off the bottom of a dumpster. The chicken was rubbery and undercooked, with a strange, sour taste that suggested it had been sitting out for days. The rice was a clumpy, cold mess, and the beans had a gritty texture that made me gag. To top it off, the salsa was watery and tasted like it was made from canned tomatoes left to ferment. I’m convinced the kitchen staff has no idea what hygiene means—there were visible grease stains on the counter, and I saw a cook wiping his hands on his apron before handling my food. I wouldn’t be surprised if I end up with food poisoning from this nightmare.
The service was the final insult. The manager, a rude and arrogant man with a permanent scowl, barked at us when we asked for a clean fork (after finding one with dried food on it). He rolled his eyes, muttered something under his breath, and threw the new utensil on the table like we were bothering him. The waitstaff was equally unhelpful, ignoring our requests for water refills and acting like we were invisible. When I tried to address the issues with the manager, he cut me off mid-sentence, raised his voice, and told me to “stop complaining or leave.” I’ve never felt so disrespected in a restaurant.
El Sol de México isn’t just a bad dining option—it’s a health hazard and a testament to terrible management. Save your money, your stomach, and your dignity—avoid this place at all costs. One star is too generous; it deserves zero.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The building is great, the waiter and food are good. There is one particular waitress there that obviously doesn't like working there and has been there for a very long time so I am guessing she is family or owner. Food is great, service is great but if she is working be prepared for eye rolls and snarky comments but it is kinda part of the charm for us at this point:)
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is amazing and great service from Rafaela
Food is good , building is looking old
Good variety of Mexican style foods and drinks.
I’ve been a customer for as long as this restaurant started business here. Some people might think this reason I have might be petty or stupid, but it’s a matter of principle for me. I asked for a container to carry my leftover salsa out. The waiter said, “ no because it’s free.” Now this was part of my meal, but being free makes it their salsa and gives them the right to decide what happens to it. Now I got the bill with two mint candies. That was also “free.” So what? Can I take this out of the restaurant? According to the waiter, No!!!
Great food
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