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EL TRES, Thunder Bay, ON

EL TRES

4.7
4.7
216 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Mexican
El Tres is located in the heart of Thunder Bay’s Waterfront district, known for it’s wide selection of restaurant and bars within walking distance from one another. We offer an inspired menu of authentic Mexican cuisine, made fresh in-house and from scratch, as well as craft cocktails, locally brewed beers and a small wine list. Immerse yourself in our eclectic decor and casual environment, whether you are enjoying our Chef’s Tasting Dinner or sharing tacos and guacamole with friends.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (807) 344-3443

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Allan Rebelo

  • Neighborhood

    Thunder Bay

  • Parking details

    We have a private lot beside the restaurant. There is also public lots on the other side of us and across the street, as well as street parking.

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 216 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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  • Toronto / Ontario

    Mexican

  • Thunder Bay

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  1. LindaC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience2
    We had been to El Tres a few times before & the food was always good. We went on Saturday & ordered tacos. My husband had the sampler (4 tacos) & I had 3 fish tacos. We both agreed that the food wasn’t great. It was hard ,..and cold. Also the shredded beets in the fish tacos was tasteless & extremely messy. A nice slaw or shredded lettuce would have been better. Our server on the other hand, was great! Because of the quality of our meals, we will not rush back.
  2. MauriceP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The ambience was excellent from the moment we entered. Our server was very friendly, personable, a good sense of humour, very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, food sensitivities, allergies and gluten free options. We most certainly will return.
  3. JenniferT

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We definitely enjoyed our dining experience at El Tres, but the lighting was very poor. We could not see our meals or what we were eating. Being able to see your food and the ingredients is very much a part of the dining experience.
  4. Ryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great and the service was excellent! I’ll be back again
  5. MelissaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Would definitely recommend! Our server Nick was great and very accommodating and knowledgeable of our food intolerances. Made for a very enjoyable dining experience.
  6. Madison

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food and atmosphere! As always!
  7. AnneV

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Nick was the absolute best! We want to thank him sincerely for making our experience unforgettable!
  8. KathrynL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always a great experience at El Tres. Our server was wonderful and the food delicious.
  9. TNeu

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yummy tacos, awesome margaritas and the staff is so nice. Definitely the place to go for a girls night!
  10. NeilG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food as always was great and we all really love the Queso dip.
  11. VictoriaK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Best margaritas I have had in some time. Service was excellent and food very good - group had appetizers and not entrees. Wait staff (Nick) provided just the right amount of attention - not overbearing but there when we needed. I will definitely be a return customer as will the guests in my party.
  12. MelissaG

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, great cocktails, Mexican themed restaurant. A must to visit in Thunder Bay.
  13. Valerie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and so much flavour ! The ambiance of the restaurant was unique and fun to look at. The server Nick was great. Full of suggestions and always checking on our table.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, we tried three different plates and they were all delicious. Service was excellent as well.
  15. jannet

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy our time at el tres, the food and service is always great.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend. Our server Nick was sincere, friendly, knowledgeable, and totally awesome
  17. JandHL

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our girls night out was made even better because our server Mario was awesome! He explained the menu to us & gave the best reccomendations. The food & Margaritas were so good!
  18. John

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This is one of our go-to places. The food was amazing and the drinks were stellar. Service was quick and it’s such a fun restaurant. We will definitely be back
  19. Virginia

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall4food3service1ambience4
    The margaritas and guacamole are worth it. The other menu items are average. The service this time was substandard. Not enough servers we think.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Unfortunately every time we go we feel rushed out
  21. AllisonL

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    The tacos were stale and pork very over cooked not super great this time. Guacamole was great and so were the margaritas.
  22. AmyB

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The music could have been turned up, all you heard was peoples conversations. Food was great, cocktails were delicious and the company was even better.
  23. SamK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    We went there as a family for my wife's birthday celebration on January 7, 2023. The food was amazing. We felt that there could have been more attention from the server. The place was packed. He made good suggestions about the menu, but we missed the high-quality service (checking on drinks, clearing the table, and quick chatting). We could not ask questions as he was running all the time, saying, "I will be right back"; we heard this statement 6 or 7 times. We always go as a family for lunch. In the future, we will stick to that (maybe not a child place in the evening, just a thought!). Overall, it was a good experience, and the food was perfect (you can tell they go into detail to prepare it)—food 10/10.
  24. KarenB

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food, atmosphere and staff! I would definitely recommend eating there. There were only two waiters working for a full house. I would have given 5 stars for service if another waiter was on shift. I would also like to see corn tortillas and nachos, instead of just wheat flour, for a more gluten friendly menu.
  25. JillN

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Some dishes better than others, but overall very tasty. Delicious drinks and great service. I’d go back for sure!
  26. GinaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was great, cozy and atmospheric and Mexican without being tacky. It's not cheap fast food Mexican. Food was excellent, and plentiful. Guac and chips SO GOOD and was more than enough for 4 as an appetizer. Tasty Margarita, not too sweet and not weak. Looking forward to the next visit.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for our anniversary dinner. We have wanted to try it for a long time. So glad we did.
  28. VickiR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great food and great service. I would recommend el Tres every time
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as usual !
  30. Wonderfuldining

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Was a good time! Great good and margaritas
  31. HB1026

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Had some great tasting items. The beef in my meal was on the salty side but I realize many people like it that way. Would go again and would order the same items or try a bunch of appetizers. Great tequila options in house
  32. CarolLynn

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and vibrant colourful atmosphere, quite loud though so be prepared.
  33. AdamR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food either excellent service. Drinks were delicious... Awesome margaritas 👌
  34. TinaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    El Tres was absolutely phenomenal! Great service, the food was amazingly delicious, the atmosphere was fantastic and had great ambiance. It is a place that we will definitely be back to. Thank you for a very wonderful experience.
  35. LesA

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server Natasha was very good. Very welcoming , explained the menu well, was prompt with drinks and food. Let us try a few bites and asked how the food was. We had quesadillas that were great. Good amount of filling and the new presentation was great. Instead of a large plate with sections, having it pre sliced and arranged on a skinny plate was great. The baked enchiladas were to die for. Hot, very meaty and they even left the spicy crema on the side as I don't like a of spice. I could add as much as I wanted. Over all, service, food taste and presentation were great. Highly recommend to anyone wanting great ambiance, food and super service. Definitely going back soon.
  36. TerriC

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit but definitely won’t be our last. The food was great! Our waiter Nick was superb!
  37. AbigailS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    best place to come and hang out after work for a drink! Great servers, great service, amazing food, good vibes!!
  38. Weaverbee

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We ate there last night and it was a fairly quiet evening for them. Our server was fantastic! I apologize for not getting his name. His food recommendations were spot on and I’m very sad I can’t go back tonight to eat there again. I would honestly fly back to Thunder Bay just to eat the pork tacos again. Such an amazing texture and taste.
  39. taralu71

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was amazing. Will be back for sure 😊
  40. Stacy

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nick was an amazing server!! Thank you Nick for being so much fun!!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

EL TRES does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. EL TRES also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (807) 344-3443.

EL TRES is rated 4.7 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today
Google Map for EL TRES

269 Red River Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 1A9

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Thunder Bay

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    We have a private lot beside the restaurant. There is also public lots on the other side of us and across the street, as well as street parking.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Allan Rebelo

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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