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What to order
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Rib Eye Tacos
Most frequently praised dish; reviewers call them amazing, delicious, tender, and full of meat, with some saying they are the best tacos they’ve ever had.
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Filete De Cabreria Paquete Leñador
Strongly recommended as a large, flavorful platter with perfectly cooked meats and generous portions that can feed multiple people.
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Guacamole
Mentioned as outstanding at the salsa bar, with reviewers saying it was delicious and part of what makes the condiments stand out.
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Chips And Salsa
Recommended for the homemade chips and well-balanced salsa, which reviewers describe as delicious and just the right level of spicy.
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Carne Asada
Praised as one of the best meats on the menu, with reviewers noting excellent flavor and overall meat quality.
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Gringas Tacos
Specifically called amazing by one reviewer, making them a standout taco option alongside the rib eye tacos.
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Jazz Ribeye Tacos
Highlighted as exceptional and described as standing above other tacos, showing up as a favorite among repeat visitors.
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Lemonada
Recommended for being fresh-squeezed, refreshing, and a perfect sweet-tart drink to pair with the meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About El Leñador
El Leñador is a grill and Mexican restaurant in Hermosillo, Sonora, known for carne asada, rib eye tacos, tripe, cabreria, and its salsa bar. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, hot meat, the generous portions, and the clean, attentive service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a bar onsite and options for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Its price range is MX$200–300, and reviewers often say the value is strong for the quality and amount of food.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
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
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is El Leñador known for?
El Leñador is best known for rib eye tacos, carne asada, and its salsa bar, which reviewers say pairs especially well with the chips and homemade salsas. The Filete de Cabreria Paquete Leñador is another standout because it comes as a large platter with multiple meats and sides, making it a favorite for groups.
What dishes are most recommended at El Leñador?
Reviewers most often recommend the rib eye tacos, gringas tacos, Filete de Cabreria Paquete Leñador, and carne asada. The tripe, flour tortillas, and the salsas and guacamole from the salsa bar also come up repeatedly as highlights.
What is the atmosphere like at El Leñador?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and a little trendy, with a clean dining room and attentive table service. It seems to work well for groups, solo diners, and even dates, especially because the platters are large and the seating is comfortable indoors.
Is El Leñador good value, and what is the price range?
El Leñador is in the MX$200–300 range, and reviewers often describe it as affordable for the quality. People mention that the tacos are generously filled with meat and that the large cabreria platters can feed several people, which makes the price feel worthwhile.
What should I know about the salsa bar and drinks?
The salsa bar is one of the most praised parts of the restaurant, with a wide variety of salsas, guacamole, and vegetables that are kept clean and clearly labeled. Reviewers also mention cold beer mugs, a full bar, and drinks like fresh-squeezed lemonade, so it works well if you want tacos with beer or cocktails.
Is parking available at El Leñador?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is El Leñador kid-friendly?
Yes, El Leñador is good for kids.
