El Barrio Cantina And Tequllia

El Barrio Cantina And Tequllia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jo Ann VIP

   Philadelphia23 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   I have gone to El Barrio several times but it seems the last few timea have been truely disappointing. Made a reservation ahead of time for Cinco de Mayo but we werent seated until 35 minutes past that time. Drinks were all sour mix margaritas and in plastic cups. We could even drink them Food had no taste and was bland.Nothing came tonthe table together. We have 4 people who all waited fir eachbof our meals separately. Worse of all was the appetizer chips which were NOT homemade as they usually seem to be. These were stale tostitos brand. Im not sure Ill be going back anytime soon. The waitress did her best and was very good. I still left her a decent tip because she had no control over the poor meal.
   

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   MaryG

   Philadelphia2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   It was Cinco de Mayo and they had too many customers for the staff. Wrong orders were given and one person in our party waited ten minutes for their food after the rest was delivered. Don’t think illl be back
   

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   Jeff

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly enjoyed my experience at El Barrio. We sat outdoors on a perfect spring eveneng which made the experience even better! Staff was super-friendly and accommodating. Maybe not the most authentic Mexican I've ever had... but still quite good!
   

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   frank VIP

   Philadelphia21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great meal and drinks always a good time. Great dips!
   

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   Susan

   Philadelphia3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Always reliable and enjoyable. Servers and staff very kind and welcoming.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   4.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Waitress seemed new and not experienced had to ask for silverware a couple times
   

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   Michael VIP

   Philadelphia101 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Surprisingly very good and great service. When they first opened years ago it was good then went down hill but past few times the food has been really good. Hopefully they keep up whatever they are doing different because it’s a really cool spot and kids eat free on Mondays so that’s a plus.
   

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   Joseph

   Philadelphia2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on January 12, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   The restaurant was very nice and the food was really good, but the service was very slow and not attentive.
   

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   Caroline

   Philadelphia10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 31, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is always fantastic. Our party of 4 all enjoyed something different. Everything was HOT and FRESH!
   

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    stuart VIP

    Philadelphia57 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4

    Entering the restaurant, being greeted by Coco is great. Then to the table. The dinner never disappoints. We have awesome empanadas for an appetizer and the chimichangas were great. Both served hot and nicely presented. The margaritas of the month were tasty and refreshing. The salsa and chips served when seated were good too
    

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