El Azteca Ii Mexican Rstrnt
(215) 733-0895
714 Chestnut St
Philadelphia,
PA
19106
39.9493
-75.1528
Neighborhoods: Center City East, Center City
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In Short
Turquoise accents and colorful Aztec artwork add Mexican mojo to this casual taqueria. Service is prompt and friendly, catering to young people looking for cheap but flavorful eats. The menu mixes and matches tacos, burritos and tamales in every possible permutation, and the food runs big on portions. Quesadillas have mountains of shredded iceberg lettuce, creating a crisp and crunchy contrast for the enormous torillas oozing in melted Chihuahua cheese.
User Reviews
Saucylatina
December 27, 2008
I have been going to Azteca for over 8 years or so and maybe its because I'm friendly to the waiters/waitresses but I have never had an issue with either. After our first few visits we stopped ordering appetizers because our entrees would come out so fast. So 8 years later we still just enjoy the warm chips and spicy salsa while we wait for our food. The portions have been reduced recently and at first I was miffed, but its still more than enough to satisfy my hunger. The atmosphere has changed as well for the worse because people don't know how to hold their liquor....maybe the waiters/waitresses have preconceived notions of their clientele and assume that anyone under 30 will be obnoxious. Is this a wrong assumption to have when you run a business.... but I will admit that I won't set foot into Azteca after 7 on any given day because I worry it will be overrun with college kids that think its cool to have 6 bottles of Tequila on their table. My endnote is that it may not be the best Mexican restaurant out there, but its certainly pretty authentic, friendly and consistent. I recommend you visit them earlier in the day so that you can have their undivided attention and really evaluate the place when its not hectic like on a Saturday at 9PM. I'd love to heasr if your experience is any different under these circumstances.
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sonrisa35
November 07, 2008
I have been going to this restaurant for years and thoroughly enjoy it. It has the best Mexican food around and the service is always great with friendly waiters and waitresses who make you feel at home. I used to bring my Spanish students there year after year for an end of the year party. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves authentic Mexican food. It is very flavorful, lots of it and reasonably priced. We always are seated promptly and served quickly. It is one of my favorite places to go.
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ajt141
September 19, 2008
I'm a regular at El Azteca. I've eaten there far too many times to count, and everyone I've brought with me has enjoyed it immensely. I honestly have no idea where some of these bad reviews are coming from. I have never had a bad experience. Everytime I go there, my expectations are exceeded. The food is great, the service is speedy and efficiant. Oh well, to each his own.
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What to Drink:
It's B.Y.O.B., so bring your own tequila and your server will mix it into a pitcher of margaritas.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Lunch Spot, B.Y.O.B.
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
