El Vez Restaurant
(215) 928-9800
121 S 13th St
Philadelphia,
PA
19107
39.9496
-75.1618
Neighborhoods: Center City, Center City East
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In Short
Multicolored mosaics, illuminated murals, circular velvet-upholstered booths, Charo-faced bar stools and tricycle-bound guacamole mixing stations surround patrons ordering house-made chips, salsa and margaritas. Mexican fare arrives family-style. Mahi mahi tacos, tuna tostadas and made-to-order guacamole are popular small plates. The spicy, tall chopped salad with grilled corn, chayote and almonds is another favorite while the tender beef shoulder with tricolor salsas is a must-try entrée. For dessert sample the cup of coffee mousse with Kahlua foam.
User Reviews
tobinjan
May 20, 2009
We loved the tacos, the tuna appetizer and the nachos (which were a huge portion, even for gluttons!).
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futurechef
May 10, 2009
This place is almost identical to Distrito. The food is about the same as it is at Distrito. The place looks a little worn though.
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fyt
February 07, 2009
From the minute we walked in - we were greated with smiles. We sat in the middle of the room. It was a little dark, but enough light to read the menu and see the decor. The service was really good - Jack our waiter had the menu down to a science and was very happy to answer any and all questions. He paid just enough attention to us. Now the food - OMG - I was nervous about this place from reading some of the reviews. I ordered the taco sampler and was more than happy - beef, pork, sea bass, mahi mahi, etc. If a flower had a taste - this was it. Each one was better than the next. Kudos to the Chef and staff. Dessert -well - make sure you save room. Drinks were on the same level. This place is a class act. The price is on the higher end - but as they say you get what you pay for - this was worth it. I highly recommend it!! Enjoy.
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Know Before You Go:
Seating policy is first come, first serve. If you're coming en masse, you may call ahead to reserve a long table.
Look Good:
A strip of four black-and-white mugshots from the in-house photo booth costs $3, a quarter the price of a dish of guacamole.
What to Drink:
No need to browse the signature drink selection--everyone orders margaritas.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
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Smoking Permitted:
No
