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"I ordered takeout because of the Coronavirus. The food was ready when I got there. I called them and they walked it to my car. How wonderful. The food was great. Thank you for being there when we need you."
Alan B
Source: Trip Advisor
"We love this place! Authentic food, great portIons and quick service. Last night was our typical Saturday night argument regarding where to eat. My boyfriend said let's go to "our" Mexican place. Sold and we were off. We like to go there when we're hungry because the portions are big! We sat down ordered drinks, they brought the complimentary chips and salsa out. We ordered and snacked on the chips when our food came out. Everything was hot and delicious. We both ordered the Guadalajara Special, if you haven't tried it I highly recommend as it's what I get every time. There were a couple of guys across from us who both ordered the fajitas, they came out sizzlin' and smelled amazing."
Dawn V
Source: Yelp
"Absolutely fantastic evening. Excellent meal wonderful waiter and phenomenal drinks!"
Alex M
Source: Google
"We had take out. The food was high quality as always! I certainly recommend El Palenque!"
Barry C
Source: Google
"We love this place! Authentic food, great portIons and quick service. Last night was our typical Saturday night argument regarding where to eat. My boyfriend said let's go to "our" Mexican place. Sold and we were off. We like to go there when we're hungry because the portions are big! We sat down ordered drinks, they brought the complimentary chips and salsa out. We ordered and snacked on the chips when our food came out. Everything was hot and delicious. We both ordered the Guadalajara Special, if you haven't tried it I highly recommend as it's what I get every time. There were a couple of guys across from us who both ordered the fajitas, they came out sizzlin' and smelled amazing."
Dawn V
Source: Yelp
"Very good food. I'm not typically a Mexican food fan. My son suggested it for lunch take out. Food was tasty and very flavorful."
Tracey G
Source: Google
"I'm always suspicious of Mexican restaurants which have the usual American decor, rock music, and all-Caucasian employees--particularly the chain Mexican restaurants. But, as soon as I walked into El Palenque, I was reassured. And the food blasted away any little suspicions I may have had. The food is like what I would expect eating at a Mexican family's get together. The portions are good and the prices are right. The decor is pleasant and the service is good. I don't think any Mexican food aficionado will be disappointed."
David W
Source: Trip Advisor
"I have been here a number of times - enough to have a favorite meal (El Vaquero Especial) and to start craving El Palenque's homemade salsa. The menu choices, while vast, are well organized. You'll be able to get your Mexican favorites or find some new ones like I did. The food is tasty, ample and well prepared. The wait time for food is just right - long enough to let your table enjoy the salsa and warmed chips. We've always had pleasant and attentive service and everyone who has been there with us has enjoyed their meals. Prices are very fair. Forget the fast food tacos and have dinner at El Palenque."
Bob
Source: Trip Advisor
"The food is always great here. The margarita's are perfect. The jumbo is the best size to last the whole meal! I've been to El Palenque several times and this time I had to write a positive review."
Inigo M
Source: Google
"Love it here! My mom and I come here at least once a month, authentic and delicious!"
Lexi S
Source: Facebook
"Who doesn't love a good Mexican joint? Unlimited chips and salsa, a huge menu with endless choices and combo options, and friendly wait staff- you cant go wrong. I am a hungry man and i can never choose. I want one of everything, and I'm not willing to sacrifice. The only option for me here is the special dinner- includes a chalupa, chile relleno, taco, enchilada, tamale, and rice and beans. I also add a crema salad on the side for a little freshness and the sour cream, which is necessary for me. This equates to 2-3 plates of food just for me and it's okay! Generally speaking it is very good and i never leave unsatisfied."
Cullen W
Source: Yelp
"First thing I liked about the place was interior design which was also accompanied with music: so Mexican so Cozy. Staff are not good, they are great. Very friendly and polite. The food was Awesome for quality and quantity and the price. I don't remember the name of food but it had rice beans steak and chicken with taste cheese sauce."
Amir B
Source: Google
"Came here for margaritas and nachos last night, and was pleasantly surprised. Their chicken fajita nachos were really tasty with flavorful meat. The jumbo lime margarita was solid and definitely quite jumbo, but I just wish it had been salt-rimmed. Their chips were high in crunch factor and I like that they leave you a little carafe of salsa on the table. Our server was also super sweet! I'll probably be back again when my nacho cravings return."
Dianna R
Source: Yelp
"The best Mexican food in WNY!! great service, the free homemade salsa and chips and wonderful, all food is excellent."
Don T
Source: Facebook
"This is a family type restaurant, casual and friendly. Large standard Mexican restaurant menu and the food is very good. We try and stop for lunch when we are in the area and have never been disappointed."
Jeff M
Source: Google
"Having lived and worked in Mexico I can rate this place with some credibility. If you don't like authentic Mexican fare, then this probably not the place for you. Go to a tex-mex place where you'll probably be happier. BUT, if you like authentic Mexican food, and are on the north side of Buffalo, this is the best I've found. The other good one(a different business) is on the south side. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is that they are not very flexible with their meals. They have a large menu so most will find exactly what they want but if you want some combination not on the menu, you may not be able to get it."
Thom R
Source: Trip Advisor
"I have been here numerous times and cannot believe the care they take in the quality of their food, which is always outstanding, hot and delicious. Friendly staff, sometimes do not speak English so well, but, always great service and the waiter always comes around to see if we need anything. Always feel comfortable there!"
Gail S
Source: Facebook
"This place is definitely one of the more authentic Mexican restaurants I've been to. The waiters are hard to understand but super friendly all the same. The jumbo margs are amazing and a decent price. The queso was right up my alley as well."
Charlynn R
Source: Yelp
"Great service and good food. Pricing is very fair. I recommend the chicken enchiladas!"
Creighton W
Source: Google
"I have been here a number of times - enough to have a favorite meal (El Vaquero Especial) and to start craving El Palenque's homemade salsa. The menu choices, while vast, are well organized. You'll be able to get your Mexican favorites or find some new ones like I did. The food is tasty, ample and well prepared. The wait time for food is just right - long enough to let your table enjoy the salsa and warmed chips. We've always had pleasant and attentive service and everyone who has been there with us has enjoyed their meals. Prices are very fair. Forget the fast food tacos and have dinner at El Palenque."
Bob
Source: Trip Advisor
"Visiting from Michigan, wanted Mexican food so we decided to eat here. Very good food, great chips & salsa and friendly staff."
Andrea V
Source: Facebook
"This was a great place to go to lunch on a Friday. We showed up at 11:30, just before the big lunch rush. I sampled everything my family ordered: tacos, nachos, quesadillas, rice, and beans. I am not a judge or expert in regard to authenticity, but I thought it was wonderful. The food was a perfect lunch size portion as well. We left feeling satisfied and not stuffed. All the area Mexican restaurants, this one has my favorite salsa. It's not all the salty and tomatoey, it has a very fresh complex flavor. The prices were great as well. I think each entree was less than $7."
Lauren O
Source: Yelp
"Always great food, and friendly servers. The portions are large for the price and the quality is astounding. Try anything, you will not be disappointed!"
Christen J
Source: Google
"I have to be in the mood to eat Mexican food, and when I want Mexican, I go here! They're not pricey at all, have large portions, and has nice wait staff. The menu is a little tricky to understand if you're not well versed with reading Spanish or are just unfamiliar with the dishes, but they're all tasty! I usually get the Tortilla Soup and a side of rice."
Sara S
Source: Trip Advisor