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Mexican restaurant in Fairbanks, Alaska
What should I order at Gallo's Mexican Restaurant?
What to order
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Fajitas
Mentioned multiple times as sizzling, amazing, and consistently great with attentive service, making it a standout dish.
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Chicken Chipotle
Recommended for its authentic flavor, bursting with taste, and highlighted as one of the best dishes alongside vegetarian options.
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Veggie Quesadillas
Frequently noted as delicious and having great vegetarian options, appealing to a wide range of customers.
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Enchiladas
Chicken and cheese enchiladas are praised for being flavorful, cheesy, and well-prepared, recommended by multiple reviewers.
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Menudo
Specifically highlighted as really good and authentic, representing traditional Mexican cuisine.
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Mexican Shrimp Scampi
Recommended especially for seafood lovers, noted as excellent and a unique offering at the restaurant.
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Camarones Mazatlan
Described as awesome and a good value, contributing to the positive seafood options at the restaurant.
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Fried Ice Cream
Highly recommended dessert, noted for being a must-try and well-loved by diners.
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Chicken Tostada
Mentioned as freshly made with flavorful and tender chicken, paired well with complimentary spicy salsa.
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Huevos Ranchero
Listed among the good dishes with favorable reviews, appreciated for authentic taste.
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Blackberry and Strawberry Margaritas
Praised as the best margaritas ever had by a reviewer, complementing the food and enhancing the dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Gallo's Mexican Restaurant
Gallo's Mexican Restaurant is a Mexican restaurant in Fairbanks, Alaska, serving lunch, dinner, brunch, and late-night food. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, fast and attentive service, and the lively, colorful atmosphere. The restaurant is described as cozy and casual, with sports on TVs, a bar onsite, and options for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. It is priced at $20–30 and is used by solo diners, groups, college students, and tourists.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Gallo's Mexican Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for Mexican dishes like fajitas, chicken enchiladas, veggie quesadillas, and chicken chipotle, along with margaritas and beer. Reviewers also mention generous portions and a lively atmosphere that feels authentic and welcoming.
What dishes are most recommended at Gallo's Mexican Restaurant?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the fajitas, menudo, chicken enchiladas, veggie quesadillas, asada, Mexican shrimp scampi, and fried ice cream. The chicken tostada, veggie enchilada, and fried apple burritos also come up as memorable choices, with comments about flavorful chicken, spicy salsa, and large portions.
Is Gallo's Mexican Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20–30, and reviewers say the food is not too pricey for the portion sizes. Several comments mention big servings and a solid meal-and-drink experience, which makes it feel like a good value for Mexican food in Fairbanks.
When is Gallo's Mexican Restaurant a good time to visit?
It is popular for solo dining and also handles large groups, but one review noted that big parties can wait longer for their food. If you want a quicker visit, reviewers suggest coming with a smaller group, and the fast service is often mentioned when the restaurant is not busy.
Is parking available at Gallo's Mexican Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Gallo's Mexican Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Gallo's Mexican Restaurant is good for kids.
