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El Tio Tex-Mex Grill in Gainesville, VA, is a lively Mexican eatery known for its fresh and delicious Tex-Mex cuisine. Our menu boasts an array of mouthwatering options, from sizzling fajitas to cheesy enchiladas, all made with premium ingredients for a truly authentic taste. Enjoy our refreshing drinks in a spirited, family-friendly setting where everyone is welcome. Whether celebrating with loved ones or enjoying a casual meal, El Tio is the go-to spot for Northern Virginia residents seeking vibrant flavors. Visit us today and indulge in our delightful Tex-Mex dishes.
Lively restaurant offering fajitas, tacos & other Tex-Mex dishes, as well as margaritas.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 7527 Linton Hall Rd, Gainesville, VA 20155
Phone: (703) 753-0826
Website: https://www.eltiogrill.com/
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Reviews
Robert Frick
Food reasonably good. Shredded beef and chicken poorly completed see photo of wishbone, luckily not splintered. Not cool
… moreJackie Alderette
Hands down our favorite Mexican of all time. The white queso w ground beef is the best. Love that the salsa isn’t exactly like every other restaurants. It’s chunkier and full of flavor….and I love it. My husband thinks they have the best steak fajitas. He always has complained at other restaurants that they don’t give enough meat to fill him and that the meat is usually tough and has too much grizzle. I use to have to beg him to go to Mexican because it’s my favorite. Now he suggests Mexican. The service is always amazing, restaurant is always clean and food very consistent.
… moreHristo Vassilev
First time visiting this place. I am impressed by the staff and the quality of the food. Portions are huge and mostly very delicious and fresh. Ceviche is one of kind, but to warn you it’s big so be careful ordering the second course. !! Fajita was one of kind. This place is becoming my favorite Mexican!!! Keep up the good job guys!!!
… moreElna Brown
This was my first time having lunch with my friend at El Tio Tex-Mex Grill in Gainesville, and wow—what an experience! We’ve been to plenty of Mexican places, but this one is exceptional:
✨ Cleanliness: 100%
✨ Food: 1,000%
✨ Service: 2,000%
First and foremost—the salsa and chips. I can’t get over them! Every bite was heavenly, and that hint of cilantro (I think!) after each bite had me going, oh my goodness!!!
I ordered the Pescado Cancun—grilled salmon topped with shrimp and scallops in the most incredible sauce. It was so good, I found myself scraping up the sauce with my leftover rice to take home so not a single drop of flavor would go to waste.
The service was just as impressive. Ms. Esperanza took wonderful care of us, and on our way out, the friendliest manager, Oscar, greeted us warmly. That short conversation ended with an unexpected treat—I got to bring home their signature house margarita and (yes!) more salsa and chips.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hands down, one of the best Tex-Mex dining experiences I’ve ever had. I’ll definitely be back!
… more✨ Cleanliness: 100%
✨ Food: 1,000%
✨ Service: 2,000%
First and foremost—the salsa and chips. I can’t get over them! Every bite was heavenly, and that hint of cilantro (I think!) after each bite had me going, oh my goodness!!!
I ordered the Pescado Cancun—grilled salmon topped with shrimp and scallops in the most incredible sauce. It was so good, I found myself scraping up the sauce with my leftover rice to take home so not a single drop of flavor would go to waste.
The service was just as impressive. Ms. Esperanza took wonderful care of us, and on our way out, the friendliest manager, Oscar, greeted us warmly. That short conversation ended with an unexpected treat—I got to bring home their signature house margarita and (yes!) more salsa and chips.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hands down, one of the best Tex-Mex dining experiences I’ve ever had. I’ll definitely be back!
lisa carpenter
The food was absolutely delicious and the service phenomenal. We were a party if 16 and they handled it like it was just a table of four. Plenty of parking and friendly service. The camarones al ajillo was out of this world, I could have made a meal of it alone.
… moreJudy
The salsa is chunks of tomatoes/onions and the rest is watery. My steak fajita w/ shrimp came well done when I asked for medium and it included 3 shrimps. The chorizo queso came with big chunks of chorizo. I had to use a knife in my queso to cut the pieces smaller. The rice? I’ve had better out of a box. The chicken tacos were juicy enough to make the shell soggy yet the meat was dry. Margarita? One and done.
… moreMurat Kucukkazdal
it was a pleasant experience. While there were a few hits and misses with the food, I would still give it 4 stars for the delicious cassedia and other positives.
Let’s start with the negatives. The lomo saltado rice and beans were not up to my expectations in terms of taste. They lacked the desired flavor and didn’t quite hit the mark. However, it’s worth mentioning that taste preferences vary from person to person, so others may still enjoy it.
On the other hand, the cassedia was a standout dish! It was packed with flavor, the cheese was gooey and melted to perfection, and the filling was scrumptious. It definitely left me craving for more.
The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, with friendly and attentive service from the staff. The menu had a decent variety of options, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes.I would definitely recommend giving this Mexican restaurant a try, especially for their mouthwatering cassedia!
… moreLet’s start with the negatives. The lomo saltado rice and beans were not up to my expectations in terms of taste. They lacked the desired flavor and didn’t quite hit the mark. However, it’s worth mentioning that taste preferences vary from person to person, so others may still enjoy it.
On the other hand, the cassedia was a standout dish! It was packed with flavor, the cheese was gooey and melted to perfection, and the filling was scrumptious. It definitely left me craving for more.
The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, with friendly and attentive service from the staff. The menu had a decent variety of options, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes.I would definitely recommend giving this Mexican restaurant a try, especially for their mouthwatering cassedia!
Pedro Macias (Maciasinator)
If you’re looking for a Tex-Mex experience that’s second to none, look no further than El Tio Tex-Mex Grill. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates great food, wonderful service, and an all-around fantastic dining experience. Keep up the excellent work, El Tio, you’ve won my heart and my taste buds!”
PS. You won’t find better chips + salsa! Anywhere! I said what I said.
… morePS. You won’t find better chips + salsa! Anywhere! I said what I said.
Freddy Solis
Food was delicious the employees were very friendly and attentive. The drinks and food came quick for our large group. It was a busy night very crowded but we received a table without much waiting. I’ve been here several times the food seems to improve everytime.
… moreDylan Wiley
It was Taco Tuesday and I was in the mood for some tacos. A coworker recommended this restaurant and said it was a great place to take your family for Tex-Mex. I ordered the $18 taco plate, I chose one chorizo one carnitas and one steak.
While waiting I was given free chips and salsa, The salsa was delicious. A little watery but very homemade tasting.
I got the taco plate and was very disappointed. The meat seem to have been overcooked, In the chorizo didn’t taste like chorizo, It tasted like how dog food smelled. I made a comment to the server about the off taste and she looked at me, smiled and said okay then walked away.
The restaurant wasn’t very busy at that time as I had shown up after the lunch rush.
Maybe they don’t do tacos very well and everything else okay but these tacos were thumbs down the worst tacos I’ve ever had. I think I’d have been better off going to Taco Bell across the street.
I don’t think I’d have been so upset if the plate wasn’t so expensive. This kind of meal should have cost less than $10 not $20 before tipping.
My only other complaint was when I was done eating I had to wait for about 15 minutes until my check could come to my table so I could pay to leave.
… moreWhile waiting I was given free chips and salsa, The salsa was delicious. A little watery but very homemade tasting.
I got the taco plate and was very disappointed. The meat seem to have been overcooked, In the chorizo didn’t taste like chorizo, It tasted like how dog food smelled. I made a comment to the server about the off taste and she looked at me, smiled and said okay then walked away.
The restaurant wasn’t very busy at that time as I had shown up after the lunch rush.
Maybe they don’t do tacos very well and everything else okay but these tacos were thumbs down the worst tacos I’ve ever had. I think I’d have been better off going to Taco Bell across the street.
I don’t think I’d have been so upset if the plate wasn’t so expensive. This kind of meal should have cost less than $10 not $20 before tipping.
My only other complaint was when I was done eating I had to wait for about 15 minutes until my check could come to my table so I could pay to leave.