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Mexican restaurant en Indio, California
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Shrimp Stuffed Peppers
Recommended multiple times as amazing, delicious, and a must-try; reviewers especially liked the flavorful shrimp filling and the mild-to-moderate spice level.
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Chiles Güeritos
Praised for being amazing and delicious, with chilled shrimp inside and a preparation that reviewers said brought out maximum flavor.
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Salsa
Frequently praised for its great flavor, spiciness, and freshness; several reviewers called it delicious or even 'to die for.'
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Seafood Sampler Platter
Mentioned as a standout order that impressed reviewers with its authentic flavors and overall quality.
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Ceviche
Specifically singled out as memorable and heart-stealing, suggesting it was one of the best items in the seafood spread.
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Shrimp Salad
Highly recommended because one reviewer said it was among the top two shrimp salads they have ever tasted.
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Carne Asada Wet Burrito
Praised for being packed with perfectly charred carne, avocado, pico de gallo, and a cheesy red sauce that made it very satisfying.
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Machaca Con Huevo
Recommended for its large serving size, plenty of onions and peppers, and great flavor.
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Menudo
Included in a positive review of the restaurant's authentic food and overall quality.
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Fish Tacos
Recommended for the incredible sauce, which was specifically highlighted as a reason to order them.
Detalles
Horario
| Lunes | 8 AM to 8:30 PM |
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| Martes | 8 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Miércoles | 8 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Jueves | 8 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Viernes | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Sábado | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Domingo | 7 AM to 8:30 PM |
Acerca de El Mexicali Cafe
Traditional, scratch-made Mexican food is provided at this longtime spot with weekday happy hour.
Servicios
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
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
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- 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
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Preguntas frecuentes
What is El Mexicali Cafe known for?
It is best known for stuffed peppers and chile relleno-style dishes, especially the shrimp-stuffed chiles güeritos and shrimp stuffed jalapeños. Reviewers also consistently call out the authentic, scratch-made food and the salsa with a spicy, flavorful kick.
What dishes are most recommended at El Mexicali Cafe?
The most recommended dishes include the shrimp stuffed peppers, chiles güeritos rellenos de camarón, ceviche, carne asada wet burrito, and shredded beef tacos. Reviewers also mention the machaca con huevo, menudo, fish tacos, and the Mexicali sampler as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at El Mexicali Cafe?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a small indoor dining room and a larger outdoor covered deck. Reviewers say it feels friendly and homey, which works well for groups, families, and solo diners, though the deck can be noisy because of nearby traffic and trains.
Is El Mexicali Cafe a good value?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value for the $10–20 price range, especially given the large portions like the machaca con huevo and carne asada wet burrito. Reviewers often mention that the food is filling and the quality feels worth the price.
What should I know before visiting El Mexicali Cafe?
It can get crowded quickly, but several reviewers say service is fast and they were seated immediately or finished in under 40 minutes. If you want outdoor seating, the covered deck is a common choice, and the restaurant accepts reservations.
Is parking available at El Mexicali Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is El Mexicali Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, El Mexicali Cafe is good for kids.
