El Pinto

El Pinto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jesse VIP

   Phoenix2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Every aspect of the experience was excellent except the reception area which is unwelcoming and completely disorganized. Once you are past the reception area it is great.
   

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   Annie VIP

   New Mexico11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Great service and great food! Yummy prickly pear margarita!
   

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   Sherri

   Fayetteville2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   The food the service in the atmosphere are unmatched. Wonderful place to eat while visiting Albuquerque. We will definitely make plans to come back next time we’re in this area.
   

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   Bonnie VIP

   New Mexico16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   As always...The BEST! GREAT seating to enjoy the beautiful day, but with the perfect temp by the fireplace! Best bevs, food, sopas with BEST OF BEST SERVICE BY BELLA! Thanks El Pinto! Happy Easter!
   

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   christopher

   New Mexico1 review

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Food was tasty. Eggs were supposed to be over medium but were scrabled. Coffee could have been warmer and the mimosa stronger. Buckwheat pancakes with pecans was superb. Only one menu for the two of us. Service was prompt. Very excellent layout and vibe . Pricing was ok. Thanks for asking.
   

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   Kayla

   Minneapolis1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   We were sat right away with our reservation and our waitress was super friendly and knowledgeable! We got the appetizer sampler to try the ribs and the guac and both were great! We sat outside where the sun shined through and wood burning stoves kept us warm and made for the best ambiance. Glad we had our Easter brunch here as it was a special place!
   

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   Tim

   New Mexico1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   El Pinto is the place to go if you are seeking a comfortable place to meet with friends, have a romantic dinner or celebrate a special occasion AND you are looking for the best New Mexican cuisine. The dining area is spacious with unique seating options for large groups, big families and intimate couples dining. My only complaint is the lighting is hit or mis in parts of the dining room which makes visually enjoying your meal a challenge. But once it hits your taste buds your eyes forget all about it! New Mexico eats carne and El Pinto's menu is clear about that. But along with meat there is a fine selection of other delectable choosing's that are not carne. You won't be disappointed. Did I mention the tequila? All I'm going to say is if you can't find a Tequila to your liking, then you should try switching to bourbon or cerveza. We have only had one bad experience with the service. Otherwise, it has always been top notch. Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful servers. If you are looking for a beautiful, authentic place to bring friends or family then please consider El Pinto.
   

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   Toni

   Los Angeles3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Lovely, rustic atmosphere. Food is good. Service is average.
   

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   Nancy

   Dallas1 review

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We asked for a large table and were put out in an ugly old enclosed patio by the kitchen. The chairs were so old and wobbly we were afraid they would collapse before we finished our dinner. Ordered cocktails that didn’t arrive until we finished our meal. Took way too long to get food and beverages.
   

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    Melissa VIP

    Portland29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

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

    Love the ambiance! Server, Derrick, was very attentive and helpful. Food was great. We shared the fried green chilies and guacamole. Only complaint on guacamole was serving could have been bigger! Chips were hot and fresh, although first basket had a lot of small broken chips. The combo plate was awesome! Great variety of food. Definitely recommend!
    

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