El Vez

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   John

   Philadelphia

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   El Vez never disappoints. Food was fantastic. Waitress was super helpful and efficient. Great place to eat before a show at the Kimmel Center.
   

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   Kevin

   Philadelphia

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love this place everything about it was great as always
   

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   Holly

   Baltimore

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This is one of our favorite casual restaurants in Philly. The food and service is always excellent!
   

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   Karen

   Philadelphia

   14 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Leeann the hostess was great! She helped accommodate our party of 15 which then went to 17 last minute . Our waitress Andrea was also attentive and friendly . Food was delicious. All the staff top notch . One of our favorite places to eat .
   

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   R

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was great as always. Food was excellent, we picked the original guacamole and the queso fundido as our apps and those are always great choices. The shrimp tacos and the mahi mahi tacos were super tasty. Our server was very friendly and consistently checked on us to make sure we were good. Definitely will be coming back for our next date night
   

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   Shannon

   Philadelphia

   88 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   88 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The blood orange margarita was delicious. We also had barria tacos made with slow cooked lamb. Shrimp tacos, chicken enchiladas and a carne asada burrito. All the food was fresh, well seasoned and delicious. We started with quac and chips, I definitely recommend them. The vibe was fun and the service was spot on. Try it for a quick lunch or a yummy Mexican dinner.
   

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   Megan

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Lots of things have changed and not for the better. Hot sauce for fajitas has changed and is not good, chips and salsa tasted different and we didn't really care for them. Also, the size of the fajiatis was much smelled than in the past & i only got a few onions and peppers( which is typically my favorite part). Kids had come home for college and it was the first place they wanted to go, but Overall it was a very disappointing meal for all of us.
   

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   Tiffany

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 24, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food. Attentive staff. Quirky interior design.
   

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   Robert

   Philadelphia

   6 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 1

   Frequent use of the side entrance creates horrible seating environment for tables nearby—-constant gusts of cold air. Will not return, despite the food being quite good.
   

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    jody

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We headed to El Vez for brunch, and let me start by saying: make a reservation. This spot is popular—and for good reason. While dinner reservations can be hard to snag, brunch turned out to be the perfect choice. The moment we walked in, we were transported. The decor is warm, colorful, and vibrant—everything you’d hope for in a great Mexican restaurant. There’s a cozy, welcoming vibe, but it’s also lively and buzzing with energy. The eclectic touches, like the low-rider bike suspended over the dining area, add just the right amount of whimsy without feeling over the top. It’s the kind of space that makes you want to stay and soak it all in. Now, onto the food—because wow. We started with the Macho Nachos, and let me just say, these are nachos done right. Served on a pizza-style pan, every single chip was covered in toppings—no sad, bare nachos at the bottom here. We went with chicken and chorizo for our proteins, and the combination was perfect. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the chorizo added a spicy kick, and everything was brought together with gooey melted cheese, fresh guacamole, and tangy salsa. It’s easily one of the best nacho dishes I’ve ever had. For the main course, we ordered the Steak Burrito and Huevos Rancheros. The burrito was phenomenal—the steak inside was unbelievably tender, and you could taste the care that went into seasoning it just right. Each bite melted in your mouth. The huevos rancheros were just as impressive, with eggs so fresh they practically stole the show. Paired with the perfect mix of beans, tortillas, and salsa, it was hearty and satisfying without being too heavy. We couldn’t resist trying their Blood Orange Margaritas, which were as refreshing as they were delicious. They were perfectly balanced—tangy, sweet, and just strong enough to keep us in that happy brunch mood. The service at El Vez was another highlight. The staff were warm, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. They made us feel right at home
    

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