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El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant

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Enjoy lively Mexican flavors with fajitas and margaritas at El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Raleigh, NC. Family-friendly with indoor and outdoor seating.

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El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant serves up a vibrant dining experience featuring classic Mexican fare with lively service and an inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy a well-curated bar program alongside dishes like fajitas and chimichangas, complemented by accommodating reservation options and ample seating including outdoor patios.

What to Expect:

    🌮 Classic Mexican dishes including fajitas and chimichangas
    🍹 Notable beer and cocktail selection
    🌞 Outdoor seating available for warmer days
    🎉 Family-friendly and welcoming for groups

Important Information:

    – Hours: Open daily with extended weekend hours
    – Parking: Free parking lot and street parking available
    – Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, restroom, and parking
    – Reservation: Accepted
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📍 Local Insights

🌮 Generous Portions: Regulars appreciate the hearty servings like the Texas Fajita loaded with steak, chicken, and shrimp making for a satisfying meal.

🍹 Margarita Favorites: The margaritas come highly recommended with some guests planning return visits just for the cocktail flight.

🛋️ Seating Variety Matters: From indoor booths to outdoor patios and bar seating, guests value the flexible seating arrangements for groups big and small.

🚗 Ample Parking: Despite some mentions of parking difficulty, the restaurant offers a free parking lot and street options, generally making visits convenient.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Friday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Saturday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Sunday: 11 AM to 10 PM

👉 Best For

Family meals, casual dinners, group gatherings, margarita lovers
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El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant

4511 New Bern Ave
,
Raleigh
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NC
27610

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant is praised for its authentic Mexican dishes, especially fajitas and margaritas, alongside friendly and attentive service. Guests highlight the family-friendly atmosphere and efficient seating options including outdoor areas. A few reviews cite occasional inconsistency in food quality and service delays, but the overall value and flavored offerings stand out positively.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Fajitas; Chimichangas; Guacamole; Margaritas; Fast Service; Great Beer Selection; Great Cocktails

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit for lunch or early dinner; expect peak crowd Wednesdays and Fridays around noon and 6–8 PM. Reservations advised for weekends.
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