El Fenix
$ • Mexican, Tex-Mex, Vegetarian
Hours:
1601 McKinney Ave Downtown #1, Dallas
(214) 747-1121
About El Fenix
Customers' Favorites
El Fenix Reviews
Bling Blinky of Texas been eating at El Fenix since mid 1960’s — excellent service and delicious food !
It’s so delicious & the atmosphere is really great!!!
Tex mex. Good guacamole. Friendly service
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
El Fenix offers authentic Mexican foods in a beautiful and clean setting, featuring a relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant is known for its popular Enchilada special and has received praise for its friendly, attentive wait staff. Customers have complimented the service, noting that the servers are polite and professional. Among them, Bictor and Israel have been highlighted for their amazing service, with Israel efficiently managing a large party and Bictor being patient and funny. The lively atmosphere and music add to the dining experience. The outdoor patio sets this place apart, with beautiful foliage and views of Dallas, making it a special place to visit. Parking is available for three hours free on a paid public lot in front of the restaurant, and they also validate parking. While customers appreciate the overall experience, there have been some incidents, such as dropped plates and spilled salsa, which management has not fully addressed. Despite some mixed feedback on specific dishes, like the dry chicken in the street tacos, El Fenix remains a recommended destination for visitors to Dallas. Guests have enjoyed hearty portions in meals like taco salad and have praised the exceptional chips and salsa. Dario has also been noted for his polite recommendations, particularly the Texas sopapilla with ice cream, chocolate, and caramel sauce, making this restaurant a favorite in the DFW area.