El Tio
$$ • Tex-Mex, Mexican
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1433 Center St, McLean
(703) 790-1910
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Excellent food and service!! Friendly staff reasonably priced. Very nice and clean restaurant. I highly recommend!!!
I often eat here when I'm on a business trip and it's delicious
I was dine in last night someone harassed me and slashed my car tire right front of the their store. That person was their customer too. Manager refused to share camera records he didnt want to help
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
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El Tio is a family-friendly restaurant known for its good and authentic Mexican food. The menu is wide, offering various dishes like steak enchiladas with guajillo sauce, tacos de birria, wings, ribs, and burritos. Many customers find the food consistently good, flavorful, and made with care, with some dishes described as a "game-changer" or "delicious." The steak enchiladas are especially praised for their tender meat, rich smoky sauce, and well-crafted handmade tortillas that soak up the flavors perfectly. The restaurant also offers fluffy rice, slow-simmered beans, and fresh corn tortillas, adding to the sense of authenticity.
The atmosphere is welcoming, with a family-friendly vibe that makes it ideal for dining out with kids or celebrating special occasions. Customers appreciate the welcoming staff, who are described as humble and thoughtful, and enjoy the unlimited chips and salsa that create a relaxed and inviting environment. The bar serves great draft beer, and the drinks are highly recommended.
While service can sometimes feel slow in taking orders or drinks, overall, visitors find the experience smooth, fuss-free, and worth returning to. For a good, authentic Mexican experience with friendly service and tasty dishes, El Tio is a popular spot that offers value for money and consistently satisfying food.