El Mexico

About

Mexican

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    3.5 stars

Location

Adress: 724 N Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160

Phone: (931) 684-0874

Work Hours

Mon 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Tue 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Wed 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Thu 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am-10:30 pm
Sat 11:00 am-10:30 pm
Sun 11:00 am-10:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    98 out of 100
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    Takes Reservations
    Yes
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes

Reviews

  • Tish S.

    star star star star star 12 August 2026

    ¡Olé!  I just got home from eating the fabulous fare at this restaurant, and I'm waiting until I can go back again... diet permitting!  This was a cheat day; and our server Luis made it a truly wonderful one.  The beef burrito real I had was impeccable... cooked to perfection... the rice and beans delish... the tomato and lettuce garnish were fresh and tasty, not just for looks.  My table mates had versions of enchiladas which looked really good, and must have been... they disappeared before my burrito did!
    The tortilla chips are fresh and crispy, the salsa perfect.  The drinks are served quickly, and the food doesn't require a long wait despite the parking lot being filled to capacity... this place is run exceptionally well.  One doesn't have to do a thing but glance at a server, ANY server, to get help... I mean, WOW!  I had forgotten my queso blanco (I like to put it on my rice and beans) and BAM!  Like magic a server was there and in a minute so was my cheese dip!  Later, I realized I had forgotten my jalapeños... I like my food spicy... and Luis wanted to know if I wanted fresh sliced or pickled... I told him it didn't matter as long as they were hot.  A couple of minutes later, my new best friend Luis brings me a dish of freshly sliced jalapeños AND a bowl of hot and spicy pico... YUM!!!  See?  Above and beyond!!!  A great meal at a great place.
    DEFINITELY going back on my birthday so I can wear a sombrero... not sure what all they do, but I bet I have a BLAST! (Oh, the prices were more than reasonable...)

  • Mike V.

    star star star star_border star_border 5 August 2026

    Tried El Mexico while in Shelbyville today. I ordered rellenos but only one puny small rellenos came on the plate which tasted a little funky (I hope I don't get food poisoning). The rice and beans were alright, but nothing to brag about.

    On the bright side the service was friendly and quick even though they had a decent lunch crowd. But honestly, this will probably be my last time in here.

  • John P.

    star star star star_border star_border 29 July 2026

    I've been here a few times and have yet to be impressed, very slow service for a Friday night when they were clearly not busy. Weak margaritas but tasty, food was hot but easily forgettable. The one bright spot is their great tasting salsa but refills are not automatic.

  • Danielle S.

    star star star star star 23 July 2026

    Great, fast service. Very large portions for a fair price. Never had an empty water glass. Food was not mind blowing but it got the job done that's for sure.

  • Frank G.

    star star star star star_border 21 July 2026

    We ate there the other night. Food was good. I had the Burrito California and it tasty.  The salsa was better than most. It had chunks of tomato. Service was a bit slow.

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