Mexican plates turned out in a relaxed, airy space with a full bar, string lights & sidewalk seats.
Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 190 State St, Portland, ME 04101
Phone: (207) 536-1354
Website: https://www.elcorazonportland.com/
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Reviews
Alisa Gorelick
I really like this place. The servers are always beyond friendly and considerate. The food is great! I get the tamales and the churros are borderline illegal on how good they are! Sweet place.
… moreA Tek
10/10!!!!!!!
My husband & I had take the 1.5 hour drive to Portland for an appoinment.
We came across this wonderful place while searching for a delicious lunch.
Wonderful, superb authentic food!
we tried the house made jalepeno poppers (ginormous & fresh) to start. Husband had the pork chimichanga (pork cooked to perfection) & I had to try the fried green tomato tacos. Blown away by all the flavors!
Abby was our awesome server who served up a wonderfully funny sense of humor!
Be careful though, she BITES!!!
… moreMy husband & I had take the 1.5 hour drive to Portland for an appoinment.
We came across this wonderful place while searching for a delicious lunch.
Wonderful, superb authentic food!
we tried the house made jalepeno poppers (ginormous & fresh) to start. Husband had the pork chimichanga (pork cooked to perfection) & I had to try the fried green tomato tacos. Blown away by all the flavors!
Abby was our awesome server who served up a wonderfully funny sense of humor!
Be careful though, she BITES!!!
_ Graehound
Wonderful tortilla soup, extremely fresh side salads, and some of the best pan-fried jalapeños I’ve had that I haven’t made myself. The value for the freshness and speed in which our order was ready for pick-up was incredible, as was the kindness of your impeccably-dressed front-of-house (Hot Topic for the WIN!) Many thanks for the very healing and appreciated dinner from two under-the-weather Midwesterners. ♡
… moreAshley Mendoza
Just wanted to leave a helpful review for others who haven’t made their way here yet. As a Texan with mexican roots, I find this place to be my go to for a good fix when I don’t feel like cooking. Authentic flavor that never misses! the pozole is my favorite so far…. Today I tried the tacos dorados with shredded beef, rice and beans with the Jalapeños toriados. Tasted just like home… thank you so much for keeping the authenticity❤️
… moreBreakwater Lighthouse
Yesterday, I was walking through Portland and found myself hungrier than usual. I saw El Corazon and decided to stop there for some Mexican food. Usually, I’ll research a place before trying but not today.
I visited during the off-peak time of around 1:30 pm and was promptly greeted by an energetic hostess. She invited me to sit anywhere I wanted and even mentioned that I may want to select a bigger table since it was not a busy time! Nice, huh? She answered several questions about the menu and never winced. She was gracious throughout and aimed to please, exactly what you’d want in a hostess but seldom get.
The meal was a customized quesadilla which was delicious. They even stocked a non-alcoholic beer! Heineken, no less.
The pricing was reasonable, also…not cheap but what you’d expect to pay in the City or perhaps just a little less.
Thanks to El Corazon, I had a super lunch experience. Thank you!
… moreI visited during the off-peak time of around 1:30 pm and was promptly greeted by an energetic hostess. She invited me to sit anywhere I wanted and even mentioned that I may want to select a bigger table since it was not a busy time! Nice, huh? She answered several questions about the menu and never winced. She was gracious throughout and aimed to please, exactly what you’d want in a hostess but seldom get.
The meal was a customized quesadilla which was delicious. They even stocked a non-alcoholic beer! Heineken, no less.
The pricing was reasonable, also…not cheap but what you’d expect to pay in the City or perhaps just a little less.
Thanks to El Corazon, I had a super lunch experience. Thank you!
Andrew Miner
Great spot with good food and very good service. The chile rellenos, chicken mole, and anything with carne asada have been my faves. Bartenders are always solid, and the drinks are reasonably priced, if a little on the sweet side. Unfortunately a few negatives with my most recent visit:
Chips and salsa are no longer complimentary, and what more, they’re $6.25. Gotta add that extra quarter just so the customers know you’re serious.
They also wouldn’t honor an online coupon I had because it wasn’t on paper… even though the code was a scannable QR code that had been emailed to me. Checkmate, I guess, to those without a printer.
Parking can be tough in this area, particularly on weekends, but otherwise it’s in a good spot. The location has some cool outdoor seating, and the inside is a little bit dated, but is full of light, conversation, and whatever is playing above the bar.
… moreChips and salsa are no longer complimentary, and what more, they’re $6.25. Gotta add that extra quarter just so the customers know you’re serious.
They also wouldn’t honor an online coupon I had because it wasn’t on paper… even though the code was a scannable QR code that had been emailed to me. Checkmate, I guess, to those without a printer.
Parking can be tough in this area, particularly on weekends, but otherwise it’s in a good spot. The location has some cool outdoor seating, and the inside is a little bit dated, but is full of light, conversation, and whatever is playing above the bar.
Amaury S
We were craving Mexican on a Friday and decided to finally try out El Corazon after a friend recommended it. I am so glad we did! It honestly exceeded our expectations and we cannot wait to go back soon.
Pro-trip: COME HUNGRY!
As soon as you walk inside El Corazon, you can tell it’s an authentic Mexican spot, which is so refreshing to find here in Maine. The menu is not your typical Mexican-American menu — they really go all out by not only having your Mexican staples (tacos, burritos, etc) but also some very unique dishes that I wasn’t expecting to find in Portland. I was also impressed with their cocktail menu. It was very nice to see most cocktails priced between $8-$11; you don’t often see any anymore in a city’s downtown area. 5 stars for keeping it affordable, El Corazon!
After stuffing our faces with the free chips & salsa, we were ready to order. I went for the Birria de Chivito and it was delicious. This dish from Jalisco, Mexico consisted of young tender goat slow cooked for 7 hours (!!!) in a mild red Chile sauce with Mexican spices. Everything about this dish was perfect. It was so full of flavor and aromas that transcended what my palate was expecting. It came with a side of rice, beans, and tortillas aka way too much food, so I had leftovers which made for a nice dinner the next day. I also tried the pork pozole, which was a steal for under $6. So filling! The tortillas were phenomenal and they give you so many of them. The queso fundido was also a hit — it was one of the best ones I’ve ever had.
My partner had the Sundevil Carne Asada plate and he said he liked it, but I found the meat to be a bit bland and chewy. I am glad I ordered the goat and not the steak, honestly.
All in all, great food in a very casual setting which we actually enjoyed. Service was definitely all over the place, but you can tell they are severely understaffed at the moment, so kindness is key. Our waiter was also the bartender for the night, and in total there were only two people serving the whole restaurant.
… morePro-trip: COME HUNGRY!
As soon as you walk inside El Corazon, you can tell it’s an authentic Mexican spot, which is so refreshing to find here in Maine. The menu is not your typical Mexican-American menu — they really go all out by not only having your Mexican staples (tacos, burritos, etc) but also some very unique dishes that I wasn’t expecting to find in Portland. I was also impressed with their cocktail menu. It was very nice to see most cocktails priced between $8-$11; you don’t often see any anymore in a city’s downtown area. 5 stars for keeping it affordable, El Corazon!
After stuffing our faces with the free chips & salsa, we were ready to order. I went for the Birria de Chivito and it was delicious. This dish from Jalisco, Mexico consisted of young tender goat slow cooked for 7 hours (!!!) in a mild red Chile sauce with Mexican spices. Everything about this dish was perfect. It was so full of flavor and aromas that transcended what my palate was expecting. It came with a side of rice, beans, and tortillas aka way too much food, so I had leftovers which made for a nice dinner the next day. I also tried the pork pozole, which was a steal for under $6. So filling! The tortillas were phenomenal and they give you so many of them. The queso fundido was also a hit — it was one of the best ones I’ve ever had.
My partner had the Sundevil Carne Asada plate and he said he liked it, but I found the meat to be a bit bland and chewy. I am glad I ordered the goat and not the steak, honestly.
All in all, great food in a very casual setting which we actually enjoyed. Service was definitely all over the place, but you can tell they are severely understaffed at the moment, so kindness is key. Our waiter was also the bartender for the night, and in total there were only two people serving the whole restaurant.
Tara Konya
Intimate Mexican restaurant is a quaint residential neighborhood in downtown Portland. Friendly staff with communal tables. The food was pretty good. We’ll definitely be back. Compared to most Mexican restaurants, the food took a while, but they also had a significant number of takeaway orders. The beans and rice were excellent! The food was fresh and not processed. Thank you for a great night out.
… moreBeth Smith
Such a cute place! We were able to call in for reservations only a couple hours before hand. The server was amazing and so friendly! Food was super flavorful but must have sat because it wasn’t hot when eating it. My fish burrito was a bit lacking in the protein section. The drinks were delish. Ambiance was lovely. Definitely will go back!
PS the churros are AMAZING. Make sure to go for a birthday!!
… morePS the churros are AMAZING. Make sure to go for a birthday!!
Bree Duffy-King
Definitely the best Mexican spot in the area. Having lived in San Diego for years, it’s hard to find authentic flavors around here. This place does not disappoint. Some of the best enchiladas and refried beans I’ve ever had.
… more