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Very few restaurants have the staying power to celebrate even a quarter-century of service, but El Fenix celebrated their Centennial! Founded in 1918, by Mike Martinez, a Mexican immigrant, El Fenix is credited as “The Originator of Tex-Mex Cuisine.” It has been named an “All American Icon” by Nation’s Restaurant News and a must-see dining destination for visitors to North Texas. Acquired by Local Favorite Restaurants(TM) in 2008, El Fenix was refurbished with freshened interiors and a revamped menu, while maintaining its signature authentic elements.
Branch of a long-running chain serving Tex-Mex staples in a hacienda-style setting.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 810 N Central Expy #100, Plano, TX 75074
Phone: (972) 578-1020
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Reviews
Michael Yeo
El Fenix is always my favorite Mexican restaurant. They have great service, a Fanta selection of menu.
My go to is either Enchiladas or tamales and fajitas.
Staffs are always friendly and they keep the chips and salsa coming.
Parking for the restaurant can be challenging during busy times but there is a parking lot close too.
… moreMy go to is either Enchiladas or tamales and fajitas.
Staffs are always friendly and they keep the chips and salsa coming.
Parking for the restaurant can be challenging during busy times but there is a parking lot close too.
Kimberley Noel
I didn’t actually eat at this restaurant, I had food from this restaurant. The office I work at in Richardson brings in different restaurants each day to provide food for employees. The restaurants vary from day to day and week to week. You can order from a set menu and pick it up or, you can order from them when they set up in office. I saw that El Fenix was the featured restaurant that day and I’ve never eaten there so I was excited to try it. I ordered the combo meal with chicken tacos. It came with rice and beans. Overall, it was good considering it was food that they brought into our office and not directly from the restaurant. The portions were good and the price was fair. On the plus side, the portion size/value and convenience. On the negative side, I wish it came with some kind of salsa or pico de gallo because it could have used a little heat. The flavor was good but mild. The beans were very dry and could have used some salsa or something. I would guess if you ate in the restaurant the meal would have been served with chips and salsa. However, this way everything was extra. Chips and salsa, etc. And it would have been nice if it at least came with a small portion of chips and salsa.
… moreLori Moorehead
We visited the EL FENIX restaurant off of North Central & 75 after church. Our server, Ricardo, was very attentive and provided great friendly service. He greeted us and provided warm chips & individual salsa cups and was very pleasant as he took our drink and food orders. There were three people in our group and we all enjoyed our delicious meals from the menu. We couldn’t believe how large the portions were which included chicken and steak burritos and shredded chicken quesadillas. Of course, each of us requested to go boxes for later. We highly recommend this restaurant if you’re looking for great, authentic, Mexican food! Thanks Ricardo, you’re the best!
… moreL. Alexis Taylor
El Fenix is a TexMex staple. Consistently perfect and always has your favorite menu item available. They will try out new ideas from time to time and I have not been disappointed.
El Fenix always hits the mark with their guacamole, this last time I don’t know how they did it, but it was even better.
There is a reason they have been around for as long as they have been – they care about their food and people.
… moreEl Fenix always hits the mark with their guacamole, this last time I don’t know how they did it, but it was even better.
There is a reason they have been around for as long as they have been – they care about their food and people.
jason lyman
Took the whole family out for dinner. Had been here before and wanted the kids to try it. It’s a really good place. Classic Mexican dishes no surprises no frills. Super nice staff lots of tables and seating, fun decor. Younger kids had tamales and enchiladas. Older kids had fajitas. We had chips with salsa and queso for an appetizer which was good. Wife got the fish tacos and I got steak fajitas. Overall a good place not terribly expensive we did try the flan for dessert which my wife thought was mostly disappointing. But when you’ve had authentic or homemade flan that’s difficult to compare to.
… moreChristine Kehr
According to the restaurant’s website, El Fenix has been in business since 1918. Now there are 14 restaurants across the metro area serving delicious Tex-Mex cuisine. I first visited the original El Fenix in Dallas in 1990 and this was my first visit to the Plano restaurant. The restaurant is colorfully decorated. The chips (with salsa) were really good. I ordered the El Jefe Plate. It was a lot of food—3 enchiladas, 1 beef tamale, 1 crispy beef taco, rice and refried beans. The chicken enchilada with sour cream sauce was so good! I highly recommend the sour cream sauce. I have photos of the dishes ordered by my dining companions but I cannot remember what they ordered. They said their orders were very tasty. We arrived during happy hour so I ordered a frozen margarita for $6. It was very good! For true Tex-Mex, El Fenix is my go-to.
… morelily garza
I came along with my Mom and her friends from junior high, the experience was amazing. Our server Brian was a sweetheart, and the manager just as nice and amazing. Very nice food, and atmosphere. Ask for Brian whenever you come, he was so attentive and patient. Amazing experience overall 10/10.
… moreMarky
I like El Fenix. I’ve been going there for decades. Usually for the Wednesday enchilada special. Everything I’ve ever gotten there is good. I like the hot sauce and thin chips. And the fact they don’t charge you for tortillas. On enchilada Wednesday after I order I am usually served piping hot and fresh in about 5 minutes.
… moreTerri Becker
I was out running errands yesterday and had the hankering for some good Mexican food and just as I thought that I saw a sign for El Fenix. It is located right off of 75 in Plano. I had never been to this location so decided to give it a try.
I was seated right away, was brought a menu, chips and iced tea very quickly. Server was attentive and brought everything I needed. I decided to order from the lunch menu, I went with sour cream sauce, rice and beans. I should have specified to bring the soup out first, both were sent out together. The cheese, rice, tortillas were served and a bowl and the broth came in a container that was poured over top. The soup had a good flavor but it was a bit cold. The enchilada rice and beans were good as well.
The interior of the restaurant is pretty standard. They have a mural painted on the back wall, with traditional Mexican decor on the walls. There is a small bar tucked into the back and several rooms for dining.
Overall, good experience.
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… moreI was seated right away, was brought a menu, chips and iced tea very quickly. Server was attentive and brought everything I needed. I decided to order from the lunch menu, I went with sour cream sauce, rice and beans. I should have specified to bring the soup out first, both were sent out together. The cheese, rice, tortillas were served and a bowl and the broth came in a container that was poured over top. The soup had a good flavor but it was a bit cold. The enchilada rice and beans were good as well.
The interior of the restaurant is pretty standard. They have a mural painted on the back wall, with traditional Mexican decor on the walls. There is a small bar tucked into the back and several rooms for dining.
Overall, good experience.
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J M (Texas Foodie)
El Fenix is a Dallas institution, and the food is real TexMex. My friend got the chicken enchiladas, which she loved, and I got a combo plate with cheese enchiladas and beef taco.
No one can match the light as air tortilla chips that you get when seated with their homemade hot sauce.
The service was very good. The only downside is that this location is showing wear and tear and should be remodeled.
… moreNo one can match the light as air tortilla chips that you get when seated with their homemade hot sauce.
The service was very good. The only downside is that this location is showing wear and tear and should be remodeled.