The relish and queso are good, and most of the food was decent. Our waiter was sweet. I like how they build the nachos so that they look like little perfect triangular beds with chicken pieces tucked under cheese blankets on bean mattresses. I hate how their beans taste strongly of animal fat. Yes, I know real refried beans have lard in them, but somehow most avoid tasting like some dust-bowl grandma sneaked into the kitchen and and poured her entire jar of bacon grease savings into the pot. I ordered a Mexican Martini, which was on the menu (and because I was missing Austin), and no one knew what it as or how to make it. I'm pretty sure I drank an entire shaker of sweet and sour mix. It's worth a stop if you're trying not to break your shopping stride (also, it's handy to duck into their bar if you want to have a drink while shopping), but if you have the time, drive to Ted's Escondido.
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Elizabeth J.
"Eek"? Try SQUEAK. I regularly end up here on shopping trips with people who believe it's the best Tex-Mex in town. I can get past the mediocre food for the sake of spending time with family, but I think they may have had their fill after the last trip. I was sitting in a booth and out of the corner of my eye I noticed some movement. A tiny mouse stared up at me from the floor where he was dining on tortilla chip crumbs. I quietly alerted my mother so she didn't see it and scream. The next time our waiter returned I told him. At that point we had seen the mouse run from one side of the restaurant to the other -- twice. I wanted to be polite about it and not cause a scene, but soon that was taken care of by a woman at the table next to use. The mouse ran across her foot and she was up and out of the place like a shot. Her scream caught the attention of the rest of the patrons and pretty soon everyone knew. The manager came over and told us not to worry about the check. I'm sure the other 3 tables on the mouse's route received the same treatment. The manager said the entire mall has a mouse problem right now.
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Hang D.
I highly doubt if it is a Mexican restaurant. The chips are disgusting. For the Fajitas, even more disgusting! The worst Mexican restaurant I have ever been in. Expensive but disgusting!
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Aarash G.
I am always open to trying places regardless of my predispositions. My opinion of El Chico prior to March 30th was that it was most likely a terrible restaurant. On March 30th my experience at El Chico confirmed what I believed. There were three of us eating so we ordered some appetizers and a few meals and shared everything. Everything was bad with the exception of the guacamole, which was surprisingly delicious. They made it out of all fresh ingredients table side. The combination fajitas were terrible and rubbery. I cannot recommend this place to anyone, but there is one scenario that someone should dine at this El Chico. Here is that scenario: You are at The Buckle at Sooner Fashion Mall shopping their unbelievable selection of Affliction shirts. After spending two hours looking through their really cool bedazzled dress shirts, reversible beanies and beautifully designed t-shirts, you realize you are really hungry. You can't leave the mall though, because you haven't done your fedora shopping for the afternoon. You realize that El Chico is right next door and you can get a quick meal in and still shop for fedoras all afternoon! In this scenario it would be acceptable to eat at El Chico.
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Don W.
Never liked their over priced, low quality food anyway, but these kinds of business practices are unacceptable. I just wanted the Yelp community to be aware of them. okgazette.com/p/12776/a/…
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Address :Sooner Fashion Mall,3439 W Main St
Norman, OK, 73072
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Brooke B.
The relish and queso are good, and most of the food was decent. Our waiter was sweet. I like how they build the nachos so that they look like little perfect triangular beds with chicken pieces tucked under cheese blankets on bean mattresses. I hate how their beans taste strongly of animal fat. Yes, I know real refried beans have lard in them, but somehow most avoid tasting like some dust-bowl grandma sneaked into the kitchen and and poured her entire jar of bacon grease savings into the pot. I ordered a Mexican Martini, which was on the menu (and because I was missing Austin), and no one knew what it as or how to make it. I'm pretty sure I drank an entire shaker of sweet and sour mix. It's worth a stop if you're trying not to break your shopping stride (also, it's handy to duck into their bar if you want to have a drink while shopping), but if you have the time, drive to Ted's Escondido.
(2)Elizabeth J.
"Eek"? Try SQUEAK. I regularly end up here on shopping trips with people who believe it's the best Tex-Mex in town. I can get past the mediocre food for the sake of spending time with family, but I think they may have had their fill after the last trip. I was sitting in a booth and out of the corner of my eye I noticed some movement. A tiny mouse stared up at me from the floor where he was dining on tortilla chip crumbs. I quietly alerted my mother so she didn't see it and scream. The next time our waiter returned I told him. At that point we had seen the mouse run from one side of the restaurant to the other -- twice. I wanted to be polite about it and not cause a scene, but soon that was taken care of by a woman at the table next to use. The mouse ran across her foot and she was up and out of the place like a shot. Her scream caught the attention of the rest of the patrons and pretty soon everyone knew. The manager came over and told us not to worry about the check. I'm sure the other 3 tables on the mouse's route received the same treatment. The manager said the entire mall has a mouse problem right now.
(1)Hang D.
I highly doubt if it is a Mexican restaurant. The chips are disgusting. For the Fajitas, even more disgusting! The worst Mexican restaurant I have ever been in. Expensive but disgusting!
(1)Aarash G.
I am always open to trying places regardless of my predispositions. My opinion of El Chico prior to March 30th was that it was most likely a terrible restaurant. On March 30th my experience at El Chico confirmed what I believed. There were three of us eating so we ordered some appetizers and a few meals and shared everything. Everything was bad with the exception of the guacamole, which was surprisingly delicious. They made it out of all fresh ingredients table side. The combination fajitas were terrible and rubbery. I cannot recommend this place to anyone, but there is one scenario that someone should dine at this El Chico. Here is that scenario: You are at The Buckle at Sooner Fashion Mall shopping their unbelievable selection of Affliction shirts. After spending two hours looking through their really cool bedazzled dress shirts, reversible beanies and beautifully designed t-shirts, you realize you are really hungry. You can't leave the mall though, because you haven't done your fedora shopping for the afternoon. You realize that El Chico is right next door and you can get a quick meal in and still shop for fedoras all afternoon! In this scenario it would be acceptable to eat at El Chico.
(1)Don W.
Never liked their over priced, low quality food anyway, but these kinds of business practices are unacceptable. I just wanted the Yelp community to be aware of them. okgazette.com/p/12776/a/…
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