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Address: 4521 West Gate Blvd, Austin, TX 78745
Phone: (512) 351-8010
Website: https://www.elalmacafe.com/
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El Alma
JOIN EL ALMA SOUTH … El Alma Barton Springs. 1025 Barton Springs Rd Austin, TX 78704 (512) 609-8923. Mon–Fri 11am – 10pm. Sat & Sun 10am – 10pm. El Alma south ( …
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El Alma’s menu is a vibrant take on the contemporary flavors of Mexico, that also features local ingredients like redfish, lamb, and Texas quail.
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Reviews
Amanda Weilenmann
El Alma serves delicious food and drinks, and has a wonderful Happy Hour. This place has outdoor seating and friendly servers. However, the Barton Springs location will always be more fun simply because it’s on Barton Springs. But more El Alma’s is definitely a GOOD THING!
Their mango-rita is probably one of my favorite drinks in Austin.
The rajas con crema and veggie taco were very good. And the nachos with the melted cheese and pickled veggies offer a delicous combo of creamy, rich and pickle-y flavors.
… moreTheir mango-rita is probably one of my favorite drinks in Austin.
The rajas con crema and veggie taco were very good. And the nachos with the melted cheese and pickled veggies offer a delicous combo of creamy, rich and pickle-y flavors.
Kim Reid
The cocktails were very strong, a little too strong for us. chips were very good and my husband thought the salsa was fantastic. The queso was okay. His chicken dish was not good, he felt the chicken might be off. I’m not sure of this. I’m just saying he did not think the chicken was great. I had the duck taco and it was pretty good. The desserts were fantastic.
… moreBud Spikes
Stopped in for lunch and had some great tacos. Full of flavor, plenty of meat and the sauce(s) were great. The place is small downstairs, so it filled up quick. There’s an upstairs, but I didn’t go up there. Nice little find with great food and decent service. I’ll have to go back for happy hour/dinner to try their margaritas.
… moreSarah
Our first time here and everything was amazing! The food was fresh and flavorful, the drinks were delicious, and our server, Jared, was excellent!
… moreJoey Zamora
Last night I went with a friend to the El Alma location in Sunset Valley, and we had a really great experience. I’ve been here a couple of times before, but this visit we sat at the bar and tried a few cocktails along with two appetizers. Our bartender/server, Amaru, was awesome — super friendly, attentive, and really passionate about the restaurant. He gave us some great suggestions on what to try.
The music and atmosphere were on point. The chips and salsa were a perfect start, and both the ceviche and flautas tasted really fresh with great flavors. Overall, it’s nice having a trendy spot like this in the South Austin area. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or meeting friends for dinner, I’d definitely recommend this location.
… moreThe music and atmosphere were on point. The chips and salsa were a perfect start, and both the ceviche and flautas tasted really fresh with great flavors. Overall, it’s nice having a trendy spot like this in the South Austin area. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or meeting friends for dinner, I’d definitely recommend this location.
Amy Chance
I really love El Alma and believe this experience doesn’t represent the restaurant as a whole…the food is fantastic. Unfortunately, our service was disappointing enough that I felt I should share my feelings.
Our server, Timber, seemed very rushed and made us feel somewhat unwelcome from the start. We were there for less than an hour before he prompted us with the bill, even though we were still enjoying our drinks—my cocktail was only half gone.
At one point, he took my plate without asking if I was finished. During the meal, he also cleared unused place settings for friends who hadn’t arrived yet, which disrupted our experience.
What was most upsetting was how forcefully he cleared the table. Without checking if we were done, he took our chips and salsa, stacked the salsa dishes in the middle of the chip basket right in front of my drink, and pushed them down so hard that the chips broke and spilled. It didn’t feel nice. Fortunately, nothing ended up in my drink, but it wasn’t easy to witness.
It seemed like he was trying to speed things up.
I don’t like leaving negative reviews, especially for a place I usually enjoy. I even accidentally booked this location instead of Barton Springs, which was my mistake, but I expected the same warm hospitality El Alma is known for. Sadly, this experience didn’t meet those expectations. This isn’t about the restaurant in general; it’s about a need for better service etiquette from this particular server.
For anyone wondering, this had nothing to do with tipping. In fact, when he briefly showed me the screen, the tip was already set at 25%. He moved so quickly that I had to ask him to bring the monitor back so I could even review the bill, which felt just as rushed and strange as the rest of the experience. I ultimately tipped him more than 25%—not because the service deserved it, but because I believe in sending good energy even when it isn’t received. I didn’t want his negative energy landing on me.
My intention in writing this isn’t to be cruel. I hope Timber, or anyone in management who reads this, understands that when we dine out, we are paying for an experience as much as we are for a meal. This restaurant even includes a wellness fee, which I am happy to support, because I believe in giving as much as I’m receiving. I arrived with a good attitude, excited to share a lovely evening with friends, and I want my dining experiences to feel relaxed and enjoyable, not rushed or transactional. I hope this is received as an opportunity for growth, not simply criticism.
… moreOur server, Timber, seemed very rushed and made us feel somewhat unwelcome from the start. We were there for less than an hour before he prompted us with the bill, even though we were still enjoying our drinks—my cocktail was only half gone.
At one point, he took my plate without asking if I was finished. During the meal, he also cleared unused place settings for friends who hadn’t arrived yet, which disrupted our experience.
What was most upsetting was how forcefully he cleared the table. Without checking if we were done, he took our chips and salsa, stacked the salsa dishes in the middle of the chip basket right in front of my drink, and pushed them down so hard that the chips broke and spilled. It didn’t feel nice. Fortunately, nothing ended up in my drink, but it wasn’t easy to witness.
It seemed like he was trying to speed things up.
I don’t like leaving negative reviews, especially for a place I usually enjoy. I even accidentally booked this location instead of Barton Springs, which was my mistake, but I expected the same warm hospitality El Alma is known for. Sadly, this experience didn’t meet those expectations. This isn’t about the restaurant in general; it’s about a need for better service etiquette from this particular server.
For anyone wondering, this had nothing to do with tipping. In fact, when he briefly showed me the screen, the tip was already set at 25%. He moved so quickly that I had to ask him to bring the monitor back so I could even review the bill, which felt just as rushed and strange as the rest of the experience. I ultimately tipped him more than 25%—not because the service deserved it, but because I believe in sending good energy even when it isn’t received. I didn’t want his negative energy landing on me.
My intention in writing this isn’t to be cruel. I hope Timber, or anyone in management who reads this, understands that when we dine out, we are paying for an experience as much as we are for a meal. This restaurant even includes a wellness fee, which I am happy to support, because I believe in giving as much as I’m receiving. I arrived with a good attitude, excited to share a lovely evening with friends, and I want my dining experiences to feel relaxed and enjoyable, not rushed or transactional. I hope this is received as an opportunity for growth, not simply criticism.
Aditi Arun
The food and staff are really good! Loved the sweet potato Relleno. The spiced jalapeño cauliflower was okay. Our server recommended the mole sauce on our veggie enchiladas but it was okay for us. Really enjoyed eating Grilled corn on the cob, the sauce was amazing
… moreGlory Cassagnol
I enjoyed the service, atmosphere and food! I’m a sucker for green enchiladas and this was a success for my first time at El Alma. Plan on returning soon 🙂
… moreMKing
Run don’t walk go here! Margaritas, salsa, guacamole, mango habanero shrimp special appetizer so good, no it was amazing! Everything was just so mouth watering good! Peachy Fuego wasn’t to our liking but am positive those that like Mezecal would love it!
… moreGabriela Favela
Had dinner on a Friday night. The staff is always friendly & very pleasant. The enchiladas and Azteca soup were good, but the al pastor tacos were so greasy that my partner only had 1 bite.
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