El Jinete - Oak Ridge's Mexican Restaurant
$ • Mexican
Hours:
770 Briarcliff Ave, Oak Ridge
(865) 294-5170
About El Jinete - Oak Ridge's Mexican Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Small Chips and Salsa
Burrito California
Cheese Steak Tacos
Guacamole Casero
Chicken Tamales
Fajitas Texanas
Hawaiian Bowl
Burrito Verde
Birria Tacos
Burrito Real
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215 ratings
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
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El Jinete - Oak Ridge's Mexican Restaurant offers delicious Mexican dishes, including the popular Shrimp A La Diabla with a mouthwatering "BBQ" sauce. The menu features a wide variety of "Tex-Mex" and authentic cuisine, ensuring there is something for everyone. The restaurant consistently provides pleasing conditions and flavorful food, making it a great spot to celebrate special occasions.
Customers have praised the in-house made chips, which are not too greasy or salty, as well as the fresh house salsa made from tomatoes, cilantro, and onions. The carne asada has been highlighted as tender and flavorful, cooked to order. Portions are generous, with good value for the price. The atmosphere is nice, and the waitstaff is attentive, enhancing the dining experience. Vegetarian options, like the bean burritos topped with queso blanco, have also received positive feedback. Overall, El Jinete is considered one of the best Mexican food places in the area, highly recommended by many.