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Mexican restaurant in Indio, California
What should I order at El Tapatio Restaurant?
What to order
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Mexican Food
Mentioned repeatedly as excellent, authentic, fresh, and flavorful, with many reviewers calling it the best Mexican food in town or in the desert.
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Ceviche
Called 'to die for,' which makes it one of the strongest individual dish recommendations in the reviews.
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Shrimp Tacos
Highlighted for great flavor and singled out as one of the dishes the reviewer especially enjoyed.
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Shrimp Enchiladas
Also specifically praised for being especially enjoyable and flavorful, making it a recommended item.
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Guacamole
Noted as particularly good by a reviewer who returned multiple times, suggesting it is a reliable favorite.
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Salsa
Recommended for its strong flavor, with one reviewer specifically saying the salsa alone is worth the visit, especially the green salsa.
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Chile Guerdo's
Explicitly suggested by a reviewer and described as so good it gave them 'goose bumps,' indicating a memorable standout dish.
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Shredded Beef
Directly described as delicious, making it a clear recommended option from the reviews.
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Seafood
Praised as fresh and high quality, with an excellent broth and good portion size.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About El Tapatio Restaurant
Homestyle Mexican cuisine including seafood offered in down-to-earth digs with booth seating.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as Latino-owned
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- 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
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
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 El Tapatio Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for Mexican food, seafood, and drinks like chavelas, micheladas, cocktails, and beer. Reviewers repeatedly call out the ceviche, tacos, and salsa as standouts, along with fresh, made-to-order food and strong bar service.
What dishes are most recommended at El Tapatio Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend ceviche, shrimp tacos, shrimp enchiladas, shredded beef, and chile güeros with shrimp and cheese. Tacos al pastor, tacos de cabeza, guacamole, and the green salsa also come up often in reviews.
What is the atmosphere like at El Tapatio Restaurant?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and clean, with booth seating and a bar area that gets more lively with live music, karaoke, and mariachi. It seems to work well for groups, families, solo diners, and people looking for a relaxed meal with drinks.
Is El Tapatio Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and reviewers describe it as reasonable for the portion sizes and quality. People mention generous servings, fresh food, and that the meal is worth the wait and the price.
How is the service and how busy does El Tapatio Restaurant get?
Service is frequently described as fast, friendly, and attentive, even when the restaurant is busy. Reviewers also note that the food is made fresh to order, so there can be a wait, but many say it is worth it.
Is parking available at El Tapatio Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does El Tapatio Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, El Tapatio Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is El Tapatio Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, El Tapatio Restaurant is good for kids.
