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El Gallo | Mexican Restaurant is the premier destination for authentic Mexican cuisine in Fair Oaks, CA. Located at 11773 Fair Oaks Blvd, our Mexican restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for a night out with friends, a romantic evening, or a family dinner. Our menu features a wide variety of traditional Mexican dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and bold flavors. From classic favorites like tacos and burritos to innovative creations, there's something for everyone at El Gallo | Mexican Restaurant. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, our friendly staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. We're proud to be a part of the Fair Oaks community and look forward to serving you soon. Come visit us today and taste the difference that sets El Gallo | Mexican Restaurant apart from the rest. Experience the bold flavors and warm hospitality of Mexican cuisine at its finest.

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Savoring authentic Mexican flavors at El Gallo, where tender carne asada and flavorful fajitas steal the show. Fresh ingredients and generous portions make this spot a local favorite.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.6/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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Diana Miller
Diana Miller -Google user
5 years ago
Wonderful Mexican food fresh and delicious. The chips and salsa were great. The service and decor was great. I had the chipotle chicken bowl and had plenty left over for another meal. I look forward to coming back!
Whitney Boateng
Whitney Boateng -Google user
4 years ago
Absolutely 5 starts from me. Food was delicious and flavorful. The serving portions are hugeeee. I had to take some home. Staff were courteous and attentive. I will definitely be coming back for more. Enjoyed my lunch here. Must try!
Deanna Sweet
Deanna Sweet -Google user
a year ago
Wanted to say big thank you for letting me charge my scooter in a need of my travels great people and atmosphere sweet polite and couldn't ask for a better place to get stuck at . Also to the beautiful lady Alexis the Host she...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
A Shepherd
A Shepherd -Google user
a year ago
Bean dip, salsa and chips complimentary...Steak/Chicken fajitas..delicious..Enough for two..
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4
Brandon R
Brandon R -Google user
2 years ago
We are new to Sacramento area and haven’t been able to find food Mexican Food until now. This place was amazing. We were surprised how good it was.
Dine inLunch$10–20
Steven Harleynot
Steven Harleynot -Google user
5 years ago
Our new favorite neighborhood hangout! Jose and his crew run a great bar / restaurant with excellent service and food. The bean dip and salsa brought out to your table upon entering will fill out up if not careful. They are a delicious start to...Read More
Bre C
Bre C -Google user
3 years ago
If you’re looking for authentic, home-cooked Mexican food, this is the place. They cook with love and it shows! Shrimp fajitas are the best!! I dream of that bean dip that comes with the chips and salsa! 🙌
Dine inDinner$10–20
Andrew Gayner
Andrew Gayner -Google user
6 years ago
Very nice place to eat! Salsa is fantastic.
ryan huson
ryan huson -Google user
a year ago
We eat here often and absolutely love it. I went in tonight and got some street tacos for my wife and as always the food is amazing and the staff really goes over and above. Definitely our favorite spot to eat. I...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Karin V
Karin V -Google user
2 years ago
First time here. The waitstaff was wonderful and food was delicious with generous portions. Loved the addition of bean dip with the complimentary chops and salsa. Service was excellent, very prompt and pleasant (seems to be rare at many places due to staffing issues, but...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lotPlenty of parking at 1pm on a Sunday.
Sonia Bittle
Sonia Bittle -Google user
a year ago
I have not dined in yet. If you're looking for close to authentic besides your own home cooked Mexican meal and in Citrus Heights. This is the place! Just moved to this side of town. I was having a hard time finding a restaurant close...Read More
DeliveryDinner$10–20Service: 5
Aaron Thomas
Aaron Thomas -Google user
4 years ago
Great food and great service. Leslie did a great job with suggesting the meal we ordered. The food was hot, tasty and memorable. The fresh horchata was enjoyable and very reasonable sized. We will definitely be coming back time and time again. Thank you everyone...Read More
Steve Bowman
Steve Bowman -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
The food was amazing.4 of us had great food and service. Leslie took care of us and was over the top nice. She made sure we had a good time and were happy with the service. My drink was never empty, which is very...Read More
Dover Whitecliff
Dover Whitecliff -Google user
2 years ago
Loved the food and service here before the Coronapocalypse and have missed it a lot during lockdown. Happy to say that the food is still amazing (queso fundido for the win), every person that works there is attentive and friendly, and the service top notch....Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Megan West
Megan West -Google user
a year ago
Lovely location for our event. Party room was spacious and well appointed and was connected to the bar separate from the restaurants dining room. Food and service were out of this world!
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Flour Tortillas Chips and Salsa, Steak, Carne Asada, Chicken Fajitas
Fred Reyes
Fred Reyes -Google user
2 years ago
El Gallo, the restaurant food is 2nd to none its excellent, the staff is super friendly extra helpful they're always there to satisfy the customer. I highly recommend this Mexican food restaurant compared to many others. And I've eaten a lot of Mexican restaurants, so...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Enchilada, Chile Relleno & Enchilada, Flour Tortillas Chips and Salsa, Taco, Carnitas Plate, Carne Asada, Soft Tacos, Steak & Shrimp Fajitas, Chicken FajitasPlenty of parkingFree parking lotI take my whole family there the age ranges are 10 to 55 and there's something for everyone
Charles Comroe
Charles Comroe -Google user
a year ago
We got there during happy hour so I got the Gallo combo and my wife got a quesadilla. Both were quite good, the drinks were cheap but good, and we had plenty of food for another meal.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Tanya Butler
Tanya Butler -Google user
5 years ago
I just discovered this place. The chips, salsa and beans they serve are some of the best around. They have a full bar as you walk in with plenty or seating. We enjoyed the outdoor patio. The Chile Colorado was very good. Their lunch specials...Read More
Andrew Lamb
Andrew Lamb -Google user
2 years ago
This place definitely feels like a hidden gem, tucked away in a corner of a parking lot. I've never been disappointed here, the service is always friendly and quick to seat, and the food is always fresh and comes out quick.
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 4SD Red Hot SalsaPlenty of parkingFree parking lotMy kid loves this place!
Darie Lyles
Darie Lyles -Google user
5 years ago
Every time I come here I’m always so delighted by the staff and the food is so flavorful and delicious. Avocado Margarita is amazing! Taste like a green smoothie with tequila LOL and the black been dip & salsa are always so fresh! Definitely an...Read More

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