El Mezcal Mexican Grill
About El Mezcal Mexican Grill
El Mezcal Mexican Grill is a Mexican restaurant and bar located at 1105 Broadway St, Cape Girardeau, MO. It serves a variety of dishes including tacos, enchiladas, and specialty items like queso fundido and potato chip nachos, with prices typically ranging from $10 to $20. The restaurant also functions as a caterer and event venue, accommodating both casual lunches and larger groups.
Customer feedback highlights flavorful food with fresh salsa and a well-regarded margarita selection. Service is generally described as quick and attentive, even with larger parties. Some guests note minor inconsistencies, such as slightly dry tacos or a liquidy dip, but overall the food quality and portion sizes meet expectations. While the atmosphere is standard for its category, many recommend it for reliable Mexican cuisine in the area. Taco Tuesday specials are popular for value-conscious diners.
Menu Highlights
Okonomiyaki
Potato Chip Nachos with Pico De Gallo
Blueberry Margarita
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El Sol has the best salsa I’ve ever had at a Mexican restaurant. They do $1 tacos on Tuesday that are good but a little dry. However, they are cheaper and way better than Taco Bell. The other items on their menu are great as well. I haven’t had anything I didn’t like there. Recommend the margarita! They recently added $2 street tacos to their taco Tuesday option. My wife and I loved the steak. Chicken option was a bit bland. I think they do a pork version but we didn’t try it. Pics are of one of my chicken tacos. I added queso on top. The other is a kid’s chicken cheese and rice. Update: added pictures of chicken and steak street tacos.
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Margaritas were on point. Food has flavor. Was not disappointed with the higher spice level of my dish. Better than expected and would eat there again. Servers nailed our orders with our large party with only two very minor delays (no actual mistakes!) Instilled a lot of trust
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10 of us Saturday with no reservations got good quick tasty service Dessert first meant we tried all of them with the Xango deep fried cheesecake the favorite Only issue was the Sol dip was so liquidy that the thin chips turned mushy.
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Visiting from Colorado, and I must say this place exceeded my expectations on every level! Food was amazing, especially their queso fundido! Their Potato Chip Nachos are so delicious, I ordered them as my main entree. The drink specials are the best, with the best margarita and beer prices in town!!! Definitely will be returning! Great staff, thank you for great service!!
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Love this place. Portions were good sized and food had great taste. Salsa super fresh and crispy thin chips. Priced well. Will be back.
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The wife ordered the carne asada said it was a little dry but good otherwise, I ordered the Vaquero Special I enjoyed it good flavor with good portions of the food, and chips n salsa as the standard. Prices are okay, atmosphere was okay/ standard for Mexican restaurant, and service was average. Nothing awful and nothing amazing past my food dish.
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Great food, enjoyable experience, possible that they just didn’t have enough clientele for lunch that day, but it felt a little rushed. Would recommend if you are in town!
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are some popular dishes at El Mezcal Mexican Grill?
The street tacos, chicken enchiladas, and queso fundido are fan favorites, along with delicious margaritas and fresh salsa.
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Can I walk in, or do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are accepted if you prefer to plan ahead, especially for larger groups.
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Does El Mezcal offer dine-in and takeaway options?
Yes, you can enjoy your meal dining in or opt for takeaway if you're on the go.
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What kind of atmosphere can I expect at the restaurant?
The vibe is casual, cosy, and trendy—great for groups, tourists, or solo diners looking for a tasty Mexican meal.
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Is parking available and do they accept card payments?
Yes, there is free parking with street and lot options, and they accept credit/debit cards as well as NFC mobile payments.
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Came here after a college visit and go glad we did. They were quick and kind. My husband ordered chicken enchiladas and taco. I think he really liked it since it was gone quickly! I ordered 2 street tacos; one carne asada and one al pastor, and both were very good. My daughter ordered the enchiladas suizas, which was really good! We'll be visiting again next time we go to Cape Girardeau.