El Jacalito

2030 E Oltorf St suite 110, Austin
(512) 445-4109

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An amazing local spot. Been trying all the Mexican spits in Austin and this stands out purely for their quality and the warm people that work there. IMO the best mole in Austin hands down. Great little bar and nothing by smiles.
We ate here today, and even though we were the only ones in the restaurant, the service was surprisingly slow. It felt like they were busy with how long everything took and how rarely we were checked on.

The tacos were okay but a bit pricey for the portion size. The barbacoa was definitely the best one, while the carnitas were a little too sweet for my taste. The chips and queso were lukewarm and a bit watery, maybe they would’ve been better without the ground...
When you come in and notice that all the abuelas and all families are eating happily at the restaurant and enjoying it, it must be because the food is really good and authentic. I sat down with my partner, and as a matter of fact, it was. I ordered guisado ranchero, and you can tell the meat quality was outstanding. It didn't need the guiso to be good, but the guiso made it even better. My partner had puerco en salsa verde, and it tasted like you were at some grandma's...

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