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El Mercado

4.3

About this business

The sombreros and parrots, mixed with the Mexican music in the background, could fool diners into thinking they stepped into a fiesta. This good old-fashioned restaurant is serious about its Mexican food, served with a progressive touch. From breakfasts of huevos, rancheros or migas to dinners of grilled chicken, shrimp, fajitas and more, the food here does not fail to satisfy. The atmosphere is casual; the patio is terrific and the hot sauce is great. 

Location details

1302 S 1st St, Austin, TX, 78704, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
MonClosed
Tue11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wed11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thu11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fri11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
4.32,111 reviews
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Ed Erdmann 
recommend  Recommended
8 years ago

We had a wonderful time. Attended the Monday night Backstage event with Michael Hearne and friends. The music was great. The service was great. The food was great. We'll be going back. 

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Ed Erdmann 
8 years ago

We had a wonderful time. Attended the Monday night Backstage event with Michael Hearne and friends. The music was great. The service was great. The food was great. We'll be going back. 

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Louis Castillo 
8 years ago

Nachos were cold and service was slow and they were not busy. Don't think we will be returning. 

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Rudolph YRosario Zapata 
recommend  Recommended
8 years ago

best waitstaff !excelente quick service, friendly, good food. went there with 80 year young mom... she enjoyed ( she should know .. her husband , my dad's QEPD aunt was owner of el Tapatio on 6th and her mom's sister was owner of salinas hotel on east 6th ) had a blast .. will return.... 

Business response:

Thanks for the review, Rudolph! We're glad you had a great time! 

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Amy Wedgworth 
8 years ago

Waiters are ways rude no matter what time of day you go 

Business response:

Amy, we're terribly sorry to hear you felt the servers are inappropriate. Please email NATE@elmercadorestaurant.com as we would like to make this right and make sure this doesn't happen again. 

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Jason Berry 
8 years ago

The waiter left my tab on the table without saying a word. When he came back I told him that I did not ask for the tab. He said they had a limit because of tabc. I asked for a manager the waiter nor the manager came out. 4 margaritas in 3 hours. Never coming back nor do I recommend this place. Communication and better customer service needed. 

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Amy Wedgworth 
8 years ago

Waiters are ways rude no matter what time of day you go 

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Rudolph YRosario Zapata 
8 years ago

best waitstaff !excelente quick service, friendly, good food. went there with 80 year young mom... she enjoyed ( she should know .. her husband , my dad's QEPD aunt was owner of el Tapatio on 6th and her mom's sister was owner of salinas hotel on east 6th ) had a blast .. will return.... 

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Gladys McMarion-Overton 
8 years ago

My family and I have been coming to El Mercardo since it open. We come on most of our family special occasions. I celebrated my birthday on yesterday there. Great drinks. 

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How is El Mercado rated?

El Mercado has a 4.3 star rating with 2,111 reviews. 

When is El Mercado open?

El Mercado is open now. It will close at 9:00 p.m.  

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