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El Merendero
- Mexican
- Tucson, AZ
About this business
In 1965 this restaurant started as A & W serving their famous root beer barrels and hot dogs as a drive in. Later on Mr. Robert Perez bought it and changed the name to "El Sombrero Drive Inn" changing the restaurant to Mexican food. In 1986 the Bohon family bought the restaurant, changing the menu and added seafood to their Mexican food menu. In 2000 the Bohon family started the plans to update the appearance of the restaurant and finally in 2001 the restaurant became what it is today, a better looking place continuing with ... read more
Location details
5443 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
The service was great. Food on the other hand not even good. ordered carne deshebrada chimichanga $8, wanted it enchilada style a $1 extra ask for sour cream and guacamole $3.50 more. Enchiladas sauce was put on like a thin layer on top only. Hardly no meat in the chimichanga mostly tortilla. I don't recommend this place.
We had a pretty good experience. Wasn't too crowded when we arrived, and service was efficient, although we weren't ready to order one minute after getting menus! My wife was happy with crunchy tacos, but I LOVED the Enchiladas Eduardo, which had a cheesy chipotle sauce that was the best dish in a week of eating out in Tucson. I would go back just to have that dish again. As it got a bit later, tables started filling up, and it looked like some were waiting for their food. So if you go at Prime time, keep expectations In lin... read more
Great Food! Great Service!! Will be back again, that's a guarantee.
Business response:
Thank you, we’ll see you soon 👍
Business response:
Our apologies on our service situation. If you can please send us the details on a private message we’ll appreciate it. We’re always working on having great food and service. Thank you
This has to be in the top three Mexican restaurants in Tucson—if not the top! The food is as authentic as you can get. Fresh made and a wide variety on the menu. Staff are so friendly and helpful. I love this place! Have been going there for seven years. Never fails me
Food is great! Although the staff is nice, their actual service could use some improvement.
Frequently asked questions about El Merendero
How is El Merendero rated?
El Merendero has a 4.1 star rating with 1,381 reviews.
When is El Merendero open?
El Merendero is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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