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El Chilango Taqueria is a vibrant and authentic Mexican restaurant serving the best tacos on South Padre Island. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to craft traditional dishes that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. From classic street-style tacos to innovative fusion flavors, our menu has something for everyone. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a festive dinner with friends, our colorful and lively atmosphere is the perfect setting. Come visit us at 1912 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, and experience the bold flavors and warm hospitality of El Chilango Taqueria.

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James Dunbar
James Dunbar -Google user
Edited 3 months ago
Everything Excellent. Artwork on walls. Every wall has something. Also a section that has artworks for sale, ceramics, pottery, painted cups, wall ceramic hangings, mosaic artwork, etc. I got a mosaic ceramic sea horse. Not many places have sea horses. So happy to find...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5No wait
Mark Naranjo
Mark Naranjo -Google user
a year ago
Food was good and did not take long to make and bring out to the table. Was a little bit pricey but compared to other food places at the island it is comparable. Will definitely be coming back. Also the atmosphere is great.
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Bistec Tacos SoloPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Roadlesstraveledguy
Roadlesstraveledguy -Google user
Edited a year ago
I was looking for tacos al pastor and El Chilango Taqueria did not disappoint. I was also able to try the tacos bistec which were delicious as well! This is a nice restaurant with an attached artisan market that has dine-in & take out👍👍.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Al Pastor, Tacos De Bistec Loaded
Ashley Hale
Ashley Hale -Google user
2 years ago
Best tacos in SPI. Beautiful decor and gift shop inside. The tacos were delicious. We loved the salsa, it was sooo good. We ordered the bistek tacos and the spicy shrimp tacos. Will definitely be eating here again. Don't skip this taco joint, it's the...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Brown Eye (Brown Eye Latina)
Brown Eye (Brown Eye Latina) -Google user
3 years ago
I love this restaurant! Tacos are huge and worth ever dollar. Their Chorizo taco knocked out of the ball park. Sopes were delicious. The little retail shop is interesting for those who want to take home some Mexican Soveneirs.
Cap Bobby
Cap Bobby -Google user
4 years ago
Wow this place is very good! The foood is great! I love barbacoa it’s very good. The atmosphere is like very authentic! The workers are very nice. You can sit outside. Witch is good. They serve breakfast all day!
Bri !
Bri ! -Google user
4 years ago
Really nice please with very good and friendly customer service! The food is amazingly delicious! They also sell some cute artwork!
Miroslava Cazares
Miroslava Cazares -Google user
4 months ago
Food was amazing top tier service atmosphere was excellent everything came out better then expected , they have a great small shop connected to the restaurant for novelty items authentic clay Mexican style cantaritos and the drawings in the restaurant are amazing definitely going back...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Up to 10 minNot surePlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
EGV3
EGV3 -Google user
2 years ago
Did not expect to order a breakfast taco the size of a dinner plate lol. So good an big. The barbacoa was good not greasy at all. Salsa on the eggs is on point.
Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Huevos Divorciados, Menudo Soup, Mini Barbacoa Tacos, Breakfast Taco
Roxx
Roxx -Google user
2 years ago
Beautiful place! You order 1st at the register & then they take the food to the table. Good strong coffee, horchata/jamaica fresh & not over sweet, menudo was good, BUT flour tortillas are super thin & quick to go hard. Restroom is hot/humid. Girls toilet...Read More
Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chilaquiles SpecialPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Monica Wentworth
Monica Wentworth -Google user
3 years ago
Friendly staff. VERY CLEAN! Authentic Mexican food withOUT the dripping grease! Tastes fresh and delicious m. Great location. Well priced for the location! Very impressed!
Dine inBreakfast$10–20
John Hernandez
John Hernandez -Google user
2 years ago
Food was great. Tacos the size of burritos. Great food. Highly recommend. We had breakfast and will definitely be back for other meals.
Take outBreakfast$10–20Chorizo and Egg, Bacon Egg Bean N Cheese Taco, Huge Flour Tortilla
Lizette Blake
Lizette Blake -Google user
2 years ago
First time going to this restaurant and was impressed. Their menudo was very delicious! Definitely recommend if you're at SPI and want some Menudo!
Atmosphere: 5
Jim Ploehn
Jim Ploehn -Google user
a year ago
This is as authentic as it gets! Want dinner for breakfast? No problem. Want guacamole without cilantro? No problem! And the store is a fantastic change from the regular souvenirs. Great food and atmosphere! All the 🌟
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5
R/S Brady
R/S Brady -Google user
a year ago
These breakfast tacos are MASSIVE! The pricing seems so expensive until you get your tacos, then it all makes sense. My husband can easily put away 3-4 normal breakfast tacos. He ate one chorizo and potato taco then split an extra with me and said...Read More
Take outBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5Breakfast Taco
Katherine Garcia-Romero
Katherine Garcia-Romero -Google user
a year ago
This food is high-quality homemade with lots of love and pride. The staff was lovely and helpful. We enjoyed shopping through their little store. It's a must try while on the island!!
Dine inBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5
tavo gomez
tavo gomez -Google user
2 years ago
Very solid Mexican restaurant. Food is great, the decor inside looks like you’re in Mexico. Got the Chicken Enchiladas, tasty. They also have a small store inside the restaurant selling Padre Island merch straight from Mexico. 9/10
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 4
Jay Nolasco
Jay Nolasco -Google user
2 years ago
Food was good. The menudo was tasty. . Barbacoa was good. I order eggs well done and they were not.I will definitely be back whenever I am in town
Tom Freeman
Tom Freeman -Google user
a year ago
I decided to try something new and got the sopes al pastor. It was delicious! The base, fried masa was perfect… crunchy on the outside, soft interior. Among all the flavor , there were little pieces of pineapple. I’d definitely get this again
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Al Pastor
Eva
Eva -Google user
a year ago
A little high end for tacos...BUT they are worth every penny. Very clean place! Customer Service was AWESOME!
Haze Jane
Haze Jane -Google user
3 years ago
Perfect go to spot when u need something spicy to recover from last night's partying. A little pricey but worth it. Food's delicious and huge portions. Couldn't finish this humongous breakfast taco!
Smt Griffin
Smt Griffin -Google user
2 years ago
We come here every time we are in South Padre! The food is good and affordable. The staff has always been friendly and I like that it’s never a challenge to find a clean table. I look forward every year to seeing...Read More
Jess O.
Jess O. -Google user
4 years ago
Let me start by saying this restaurant is a must visit if you're in Padre Island. Food and service is outstanding plus there food is very delicious. Enjoyed breakfast and lunch. Let's talk about pricing, two words super affordable. Keep it going, stay hungry Padre...Read More
Derek TerBeest
Derek TerBeest -Google user
a year ago
Just come here and eat the al pastor tacos, don’t even think twice. So so good.
Tara Skoglund
Tara Skoglund -Google user
a month ago
Been coming here for a few years. Great tacos every time. Cooked to order and served HOT! Great homemade side sauces and fresh lime wedges come with the taco order. Tacos are a bit different depending on who’s cooking but always delicious. Friendly staff with...Read More
Take outDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Indoor dining area
Kimberly
Kimberly -Google user
a month ago
Visiting from Dallas and decided to stop by here. We ordered tostadas, enchiladas, fajita tacos, guacamole, micheladas, and birria tacos. The fajita meat was a little chewy for me. Overall everything was great! Will definitely come back and recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Jackson “T_Dog2_2015” McCormick
Jackson “T_Dog2_2015” McCormick -Google user
3 months ago
Their Birria was amazing and the salsa was unique but very good as well. I would definitely eat here again,
Atmosphere: 5
Paula B (Italian Girl)
Paula B (Italian Girl) -Google user
7 months ago
We love the authentic Mexican food and eat here every winter. Really delicious. A bit on the pricey side, but worth it. We had quesa birria and the breakfast burritos are yummy. Share something! Huge portions. Cute gift shop too. Hand painted wares.
Stacey Vance
Stacey Vance -Google user
3 months ago
Amazing big breakfast tacos! Probably 6 eggs and the flour tortilla was legit. We will be back.
Liam Reckley
Liam Reckley -Google user
a year ago
We came in for some chilaquiles and tacos, the flavor was really good. The pricing is just about the same as anywhere else on the island which was reasonable - especially since the flavor was so good. …

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