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El Chico Cafe in Texarkana

Name: El Chico Cafe in Texarkana
Address: 420 Realtor Ave, Texarkana, Arkansas, 71854, US
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.1

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El Chico Cafe is a family-friendly Mexican restaurant and Caterer serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine in Texarkana, AR. Conveniently located at 420 Realtor Ave, we offer a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for dining with friends and family. Our menu features a wide range of delicious dishes, from classic favorites to innovative creations, all made with fresh ingredients and a passion for traditional Mexican cooking. Whether you're in the mood for tacos, enchiladas, or fajitas, our experienced chefs will prepare your meal to perfection. We also provide catering services for events and parties of all sizes. At El Chico Cafe, we're committed to providing exceptional service, quality food, and a memorable dining experience. Come visit us today and taste the difference for yourself!

El Chico Cafe Review Summary

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Pros

El Chico Cafe is a hidden gem with a cozy atmosphere, serving delicious Mexican dishes at reasonable prices. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure customers feel welcome. The portions are generous, and the food is consistently flavorful, with popular items like the enchiladas and fajitas. The restaurant also offers a variety of vegetarian options and a full bar with a selection of margaritas.

Cons

Some customers have reported inconsistent food quality, with a few dishes being overcooked or underseasoned. The restaurant can get busy during peak hours, leading to longer wait times. Additionally, the menu could benefit from more innovative and unique options, as some dishes may feel a bit generic.

Review Rating Chart

Yelp: 4.2/5

TripAdvisor: 4.1/5

Google Reviews: 4.3/5

Zomato: 4.0/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.5/5

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4.1

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constance bernstein -Google user

5 months ago

They got us our drinks and then decided to not let us order we sat for 40 minutes and finally decided to leave the service is awful.and the food is not worth a 40 minute wait. Get better employees if you want to keep your...Read More

Jeffery Copelin -Google user

a year ago

Well as painful as it is to do this review 😖 El Chico's is on the decline. The food is not what it used to be or what it should be. Service isn't terrible but could be better. The food is becoming very bland...Read More

Elizabeth Molina -Google user

2 years ago

Great Mexican restaurant here in Texarkana! I'd say the prices are decently priced and they also have a children's menu which is great. Our server was very friendly and the place was comfortable and not too rowdy. They also have a bar available and great...Read More

Mia Curry -Google user

2 years ago

This place is trucker friendly and the service and staff are AMAZING!!!! Especially CHELSEA DOMINY!!!! She rocks as a manager. She was very determined to help a trucker get some good food and the cooks did not disappoint!!! Thank you to the host and the rest...Read More

Cindy Williams -Google user

2 years ago

I had lunch here this past week, excellent service. I was seated pretty quickly. Portion sizes were extra large and the price was more than fair. Would recommend this place.

Jay Sallis -Google user

3 months ago

Mom's party get together fir the holidays was a rousing success! Thanks to ALL of the staff that made that night a fun and pleasant experience! Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Tennille Michel -Google user

a month ago

Best Staff, Best Salsa, Best Location! 🔥Staff is knowledgeable, kind, and quick! Location is clean & has a great atmosphere. Queso, chips & SALSA… OH MY WORD. SO YUMMY! We recommend The Mama or the El Caballero if you want to share! ❤️💃🏻 Ask for...Read More

Chris Prince -Google user

3 months ago

It really makes me sad to leave a 1 star review. I grew up on El Chico and it has always been one of my favorite places to eat. Sadly, I can no longer feel this way. Over the years this place has really gone down hill. The service & management are terrible. I can no longer dismiss it as a coincidence. Over the last year, every time I come here, the service has been horrible. Every time I bring my wife and kids, we spend 2 hours there because of how slow, unmanaged, and unorganized this establishment has become. This last trip was the final straw. When we arrived, there were a handful of tables being used and they weren’t very busy, yet they had no menus and said we would need to wait until they can find us a menu. 30 minutes later, still no menu. We finally see our waitress as she comes to take our order only to realize we don’t have menus. There was a good 15-20 minutes in between times we saw our server. When we would ask for something, we may get it 20 minutes later. After 30 minutes of waiting for my wife’s drink she finally went to the bar and got it herself. Only, it had been sitting there for 30 minutes and all the ice was melted and it was extremely watered down. So, she asked for another one. Only this time they don’t have the necessary ingredients to make the drink (mexican martini). Needless to say, my wife did not get a drink. After an hour and a half of being in the restaurant, we finally get our food. After 2 hours in this restaurant we are ready to go. Only I had to send the wife and kids to the car while I continue waiting for the check. Once we left and got back on the road, we didn’t get 10 minutes down the road and my 8 year old daughter starts complaining of stomach pain. The further down the road we get, the worse the pain gets. Until we ended up having to pull over because she got sick. We had to stop 3 times for her to throw up. The only thing she had was the Mac n cheese from the kids menu. This is also the only thing that was in her throw up. Looking back, I didn’t think about it at the time but her Mac n cheese did look pail when they brought it out and now my daughter is still sick with severe stomach pain. I can’t say enough how disappointed I am as this has always been a favorite restaurant of ours. Needless to say, after 42 years of eating El Chico, we will never return to this location due to the extremely poor service we receive every time. I feel management is the biggest issue for not improving these issues. I have talked with the manager the last few times I have been there to share my disappointment yet nothing has improved. This is a failure by management. Get it together guys!

Eric Brown (CatDad501) -Google user

5 months ago

Came here a few years back and was way better than today. Not sure if they have new management or new people over the kitchen. Food was bland And not hot. Waitress kept Forgetting stuff we asked for Had To go back to the kitchen...Read More

Car Slat -Google user

a month ago

Wonderful place, enjoy meeting friends there. Food, drinks are delicious. Prices are responsible. Good vibes Good times Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Chips and Salsa, Street Tacos Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot

Features

Service options

Outdoor seating

Curbside pickup

Delivery

Takeout

Dine-in

Highlights

Fast service

Great tea selection

Sports

Popular for

Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Wheelchair accessible restroom

Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Alcohol

Beer

Cocktails

Coffee

Comfort food

Happy hour drinks

Happy hour food

Hard liquor

Late-night food

Quick bite

Small plates

Wine

Dining options

Lunch

Dinner

Catering

Dessert

Seating

Amenities

Bar onsite

Restroom

Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual

Cozy

Trendy

Crowd

College students

Family-friendly

Groups

Tourists

Planning

Accepts reservations

Payments

Credit cards

Debit cards

Children

Good for kids

High chairs

Kids' menu

Parking

Free parking lot

Parking

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