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El Grotto, Perth, AU-WA

El Grotto

3.9
3.9
10 Reviews
$A40 and under
Mexican

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2 people
8:30 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for scenic views
El Grotto is a good times bar & taqueria in Scarborough beach. We are a celebration of Mexico’s vibrant culture & rich flavours, bringing a slice of mex into Scarborough! Our menu is packed with all the Mex favourites like tacos, tostadas, and beachside snacks, always made in-house using fresh, local produce. Our back bar is filled independent agave straight from Mexico and cocktails are always delicious & seasonal with the classic Tommy's Margarita a crowd favourite!

Experience our love through food, drinks & music.
Come for some tacos, sip on mezcal & stay for a fiesta!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    1300 919 557
  • Website
    http://www.elgrotto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Greenham
  • Catering
    Get in touch to discuss your options.
  • Private party facilities
    El Grotto offers group bookings on the coast of Scarborough Beach. Our spaces welcome groups of 10+ guests, offering bar service for some drinks & snacks. We love all birthdays, celebrations, or casual get-togethers, big or small! We keep it simple and casual with no minimum spend or deposits.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 1300 919 557
  • Location
    Shop 5/148 The Esplanade, Perth, AU-WA 6019
  • Neighbourhood
    Scarborough
  • Cross Street
    Cnr Scarborough Beach Rd & The Esplanade, Nth of Beachside Rendezvous H
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Buses 421 & 422East: Scarborough Beach Bus Station - Stand 2West: Scarborough Beach Bus Station - Stand 3
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Experiences

  • QUIZ NIGHTS @ EL GROTTO!

    Multiple dates available
    Every Wednesday night at El Grotto! Join us for a night of trivia, prizes & tequila! Get in early and feast on $15 burgers, $15 nachos, $8 wines & $6 lagers. Quiz night kicks off at 7pm!
    QUIZ NIGHTS @ EL GROTTO! photo

Offers

  • GOLDEN HOUR | 5 - 6pm DAILY

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    A GROTTO HAPPY HOUR BY THE BEACH! EVERYDAY 5-6PM *** $12 MARGS $6 LAGER 3 FOR 2 TACOS $8 TEQUILA SODA *** BOOK IN OR WALK IN!

    GOLDEN HOUR | 5 - 6pm DAILY photo

  • TACO TUESDAY ++ $5 TACOS!

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    (NOT) ANOTHER TACO TUESDAY $5 TACOS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 6PM! BOOK ONLINE OR WALK IN!

    TACO TUESDAY ++ $5 TACOS! photo

  • CANTINA NIGHTS | EVERY THURSDAY FROM 6PM

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    SUNSET DJ || BIRRIA SPECIALS || $8 MICHELADAS!!! BOOK A TABLE OR WALK-IN!

    CANTINA NIGHTS | EVERY THURSDAY FROM 6PM photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 10 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.6Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

10 Reviews

  1. Samara

    Perth

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This is a place for people to line their stomachs before they go out. Not a place to sit with friends for a nice dinner and catch up. Food arrived all different times, no apologies from the staff, very limited menu so I though maybe they do a few things but do them really well. NOPE! Overall awful experience so we won't be back. Meat market dining at its best.

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  2. Martine

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was more like a nightclub with snacks , not a Mexican restaurant. Great for young party goers but if you’re looking for a relaxing meal choose something else.

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  3. Nicole

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff are awesome! Foods delicious! Great atmosphere

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  4. Jade

    Perth

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Great food and drinks, however Service fell short.

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  5. April

    Perth

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Was an below average meal to say the least. Half our party ordered their food at the same time and got their meal 25 mins after we all had finished. No champagne glasses. Chicken tacos were inedible. Beer wasn't even cold. He only good thing was the burrito. Service wasn't crash hot either, didn't seem very accomodating. Wouldn't rush back.

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  6. Bethany

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, margs were awesome. Atmosphere is always good, I think everyone enjoys this place! Thank you for the great night!

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  7. Leandra

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, vibe and margs! Slightly short staffed though for the sheer volume of people they had coming in for the special Tuesday offer. Couldn’t clear tables quick enough & one poor girl running food by herself.

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  8. Wendy

    New South Wales

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Slow service. Had to request cutlery. Food very average.

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  9. Laura

    Perth

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was ok, food was good, quick and friendly service, very busy during happy hour. Music is loud so hard to have a conversation. Recommended for drinks and nibbles but not as a restaurant setting.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have always enjoyed sunset moments with sensational margaritas here. Just a great local scabs spot that that is reliable when other venues come and go. Can't fault much on the offerings.

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FAQs

El Grotto is rated 3.9 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Grotto

Shop 5/148 The Esplanade, Perth, AU-WA 6019

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cnr Scarborough Beach Rd & The Esplanade, Nth of Beachside Rendezvous H
  • Neighbourhood
    Scarborough
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Buses 421 & 422East: Scarborough Beach Bus Station - Stand 2West: Scarborough Beach Bus Station - Stand 3
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Greenham
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.elgrotto.com/
  • Phone number
    1300 919 557
  • Catering
    Get in touch to discuss your options.
  • Private party facilities
    El Grotto offers group bookings on the coast of Scarborough Beach. Our spaces welcome groups of 10+ guests, offering bar service for some drinks & snacks. We love all birthdays, celebrations, or casual get-togethers, big or small! We keep it simple and casual with no minimum spend or deposits.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 1300 919 557
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