El Vaquero
About
Mexican
Price Range : Under $10 ($)
Location
Adress: 330 E Center St, Alma, MI 48801
Phone: (989) 463-0781
Work Hours
Business info
- list_altTakes ReservationsNo
- directions_carDeliveryNo
- move_to_inboxTake-outYes
- credit_cardAccepts Credit CardsYes
- directions_bikeBike ParkingYes
- accessibilityGood for KidsYes
- groupGood for GroupsYes
- volume_upNoise LevelQuiet
- local_barAlcoholNo
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingNo
- wifiWi-FiNo
- tvHas TVYes
- fastfoodCatersNo
Reviews
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Kelly B.
Great Mexican food! The restaurant is owned by a Mexican family and they are really great people. The food is fast and fresh and very good. They are also very reasonably priced.
The crowd is mostly locals and professors because it's a bit of a walk from campus, but totally worth every step. -
Torrey L.
Best Mexican food in town. Exceptional service. Family-owned and it shows. It's so awesome to be able to support folks who do it the right way. I have been eating here since I was in high school, maybe before, and I've never had something that wasn't delicious. My go-to is the burrito California. Absolutely fantastic. If you want a guaranteed good thing, get absolutely anything with chorizo and enjoy!
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Todd A.
We stopped by El Vaquero on our way up to visit the Ziibiwing museum in Mt. Pleasant. It was easy enough to find and free parking was ample.
The inside is pretty plain, with plenty of comfortable seating and a few Mexican decorations scattered about. We weren't there for the ambiance, so that was just fine with us. One interesting touch in the decor was the use of interesting black & white photographs. They were quite interesting and generated some good conversation.
Service was excellent - quick, friendly, available but not intrusive. The waitress was particularly kind toward our child, which was much appreciated.
There was a slow but steady stream of locals stopping by for lunch while we were there. I'd estimate that they have 60-70 seats all told, so they must have times that are pretty busy.
Complementary chips and salsa were rapidly placed on the table. The chips were large, warm, and crisp. There was a generous portion of salsa with just enough spice to make it interesting. It was chunky and quite tasty.
Our order included burritos and fajitas. All were served with the standard refried beans and dirty rice. It was all presented very nicely, freshly prepared and very tasty. Portions were generous, but not so much that we either left in pain or dragging doggy bags. The one thing I would add would be a couple of additional hot sauce options on the table beyond the one that was there (Tapatío salsa picante). Choice is nice to have.
We were very satisfied and look forward to another visit when next we're in town! -
Charles S.
Nothing fancy, but nice wait staff and good food. Don't let the strip mall outside scare you off. I would definitely come back.
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Sara J.
If I could leave zero stars I would! Absolutely terrible. Slash was canned tomatoes with garlic powder and cumin...ick. The server asked my daughter if she wanted another horchota then charged her another $2.00...if you like canned and pre fab Mexican food then you'll love it!! Big waste of $$!!