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This colorful, rustic locale with a quirky vibe serves an array of Mexican plates & margaritas.
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Address: 14224 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
Phone: (216) 226-9999
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Reviews
Peachy Keen
The food was amazing, as was the atmosphere, but the cook is also the waiter and everything. You have to be willing to wait forever for your food, have the wrong food to you, and maybe get forgotten. There was another guy helping him out, but I was told that was not normal, and the young male disappeared shortly after taking our order and never came back.
I was told by the friend who invited us that “the old cowboy” is usually the only employee, and there’s only one customer. Tonight, he had a stream of customers and ran out of supplies.
We didn’t get our third drink for quite awhile. He brought the wrong food to the table next to us. We waited 2 hours for our food and he brought us an extra taco. I assumed it belonged to a different table and suggested as much. I said we’d accept it if it didn’t belong to a different table. He left it with us.
It was all absolutely delicious, but it was $45 for four tacos — one of which we didn’t order, 2 pieces of delicious Key lime pie, one $2 bottle of water, 2 $3 bottles of Jarritos, and he tried to charge us for chips and guac that we neither ordered nor received.
My husband absolutely refuses to go again, but we had a good time chatting with our friend and the food and atmosphere were wonderful. I’d go again. Just don’t expect professional service.
And make sure you bring cash.
… moreI was told by the friend who invited us that “the old cowboy” is usually the only employee, and there’s only one customer. Tonight, he had a stream of customers and ran out of supplies.
We didn’t get our third drink for quite awhile. He brought the wrong food to the table next to us. We waited 2 hours for our food and he brought us an extra taco. I assumed it belonged to a different table and suggested as much. I said we’d accept it if it didn’t belong to a different table. He left it with us.
It was all absolutely delicious, but it was $45 for four tacos — one of which we didn’t order, 2 pieces of delicious Key lime pie, one $2 bottle of water, 2 $3 bottles of Jarritos, and he tried to charge us for chips and guac that we neither ordered nor received.
My husband absolutely refuses to go again, but we had a good time chatting with our friend and the food and atmosphere were wonderful. I’d go again. Just don’t expect professional service.
And make sure you bring cash.
Joe Kubinski
The best most authentic food you’ll ever have. If you’re looking for good food and margs this is it. Owner is an awesome person too
… moreEmily 11letters
A truly unique experience. Came here with a girlfriend tonight and had the BEST fish taco of my life. The food is so fresh, prepared with care, and truly amazing. I’ll be bringing my taco-junkie boyfriend back here soon. And yes, this is a one-man show restaurant so the service isn’t TBell fast but well worth the wait. They do take credit cards!
… moreRich Costello
TLDR: skip this place
This was pretty rough, it was a one man show so the wait was about an hour for a 4 top with no one else in the restaurant. The food was mid, and when I ordered the fella advised me to order less so I did. This was unfortunately poor advice and two tacos left me about 2/3 full. At one point the fella went into the men’s bathroom with a clear ingredient container and returned in front of us with ingredients which was freaking weird. My belly normally responds fine with Mexican but right now the bubble gut is happening and porcelain is suffering. Pass on this one.
… moreThis was pretty rough, it was a one man show so the wait was about an hour for a 4 top with no one else in the restaurant. The food was mid, and when I ordered the fella advised me to order less so I did. This was unfortunately poor advice and two tacos left me about 2/3 full. At one point the fella went into the men’s bathroom with a clear ingredient container and returned in front of us with ingredients which was freaking weird. My belly normally responds fine with Mexican but right now the bubble gut is happening and porcelain is suffering. Pass on this one.
Emily S.
El Tango is excellent! Antonio is so kind, and I was blown away by everything we tried. The food is prepared with love and care, and the ingredients are fresh and unique. The guacamole was the best I’ve ever had, and everything tasted fabulous. We will definitely be coming back here frequently – I can safely say this is one of the best restaurants in Cleveland.
… moreIkea Grace
I was very disheartened and disappointed. After looking around for a location after driving over 6 hours, my partner and I were greeted by 3 friendly customers who gave us some great recommendations on their way out at about 8:35 . Unfortunately we were only offered liquor and were informed that the kitchen was closed due to the cook “not wanting to go on “ I’ve never been so disappointed. If the location says it’s open until 10 I understand shutting the kitchen down 30 minutes before. But almost an hour and half because your cook is not up to it is not something I ever expected to hear from a restaurant. Very sad
… moreGeorge Pearl
Really cool mexican spot. The owner is a really genuine guy that a lot of people can’t seem to understand is just a guy trying to make a living and good food. To all the people complaining about the parking, it’s a spot right Infront of his business, just let him have it, does it really matter to you?
Absolutely loved the food, the enchiladas where well worth it and delicious, as where the chips and dips. Shame we live the other side of the pond cause it’s fantastic.
… moreAbsolutely loved the food, the enchiladas where well worth it and delicious, as where the chips and dips. Shame we live the other side of the pond cause it’s fantastic.
Shari Hopkins
Absolutely delicious, authentic Mexican food cooked to order and served by the owner. Every ingredient fresh and utilized to perfection, from the guac to the bursting-at-the-seams tacos on grilled tortillas to the key lime pie, which is blow-your-mind amazing. Great margaritas, too. Still thinking about this meal the next day. Can’t wait to go back. FYI, owner accepts cash only at this time.
… moreJack LaPlante
I love a good Mexican street food style taco. This restaurant has their own version, slightly different than the traditional, but just as good, if not better. Very fresh! The fish taco was my favorite on a recent visit, but the pork was good too. My dining partner enjoyed an immense burrito. Casual and comfortable ambiance, terrific service and a great place to enjoy a beer with your lunch or dinner. Unique and fun.
… moreJulie Bee
Amazing, fresh food. My group was a little skeptical at first, but holy cow are we glad we stayed! The chips and salsa aren’t free, but for GOOD REASON!! He brings out these piping hot chips and four incredible sauces! The tacos are BY FAR the best tacos I have ever had, my friend felt the same (I had veggie, she had shrimp). Highly highly recommend. And get the vanilla lime lemonade!
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