El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

Name: El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
Address: 2360 Fairgrounds Rd NE, Salem, Oregon, 97301, US
Telephone: (503) 967-6494
Rating: 3.80

Mexican restaurant

El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina stands out in Salem with its quick service and welcoming vibe. Known for its hearty lunches and dinners, this casual spot offers a diverse menu, featuring everything from comfort food to small plates, all made with authentic ingredients. Guests rave about the personal touch, especially from Mike, who treats diners like family. With wheelchair accessibility and a family-friendly atmosphere, it’s a great choice for groups. Stop by for a delightful Mexican feast and enjoy the cozy ambiance along with your favorite spirits.

Contact Info

Location: 2360 Fairgrounds Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 967-6494

El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 3-8 pm
Friday: 3-8 pm
Saturday: 12 am-8 pm
Sunday: 12 am-8 pm

Services

Takeaway
Dine-in

Fast service

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine

Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating

Bar on site
Toilets

Casual

Groups

Accepts reservations

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu

Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot

Dogs allowed outside

Food & drink

By owner

Street View

Menus and Prices

El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina menu prices 1

Menu 1

El Mezcalito Mexican Restaurant and Cantina menu prices 2

Menu 2

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Reviews

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would.
We showed up with a group of 11, and Mike (nickname) was the only person working. He treated us like family and served us family style.
We didn't even order.
He brought what he knew we would love, and he was spot on.
3 types of meat, cheeses, toppings, hand-made guacamole, beans, etc, etc. Everything was authentic, with explanations on how each was made and the story behind everything. He even brought a tub of various drinks and waters and put it between us.
Very easy to see who ate and drank what. Because we had the place to ourselves, he sat with us, and we talked for a long time, laughing and sharing stories. If every place had a "Mike", they would get 5 stars consistently. Mike: Thank you for your kindness, service, genuine desire to make sure we felt welcome, and for your amazing and quick cooking skills.
The food was as awesome as you. To the owner: Don't ever lose this guy, he is an amazing find.
He is part of our extended Irish family now, and he is the reason why we will be back every time we are in Salem.

I had a combination plate with 1 picadita and 2 vegetarian enchiladas with rice & beans. Pops had the Mole Oaxaqueño plate with hand made corn tortillas. I loved the enchiladas, but the rest of the food needs more attention. The service was amazing! We were very well taken care of and look forward to going again in the future.

Owner response

experience with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the vegetarian enchiladas and the Mole Oaxaqueño plate.
Your feedback on the other aspects of the meal is noted, and we will strive to improve.
We're delighted that you received amazing service and felt well taken care of.
We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

As far as Mexican restaurants, that is a sit down establishment it was okay.
There are plenty of other better Mexican restaurants in the Salem area.
The one person helping me, did an awesome job being attentive and very kind as well as courteous.
I believe they might have been alone and/or cooking alone as well.
I couldn’t tell, I didn’t go look in the kitchen.
The food was below average, the chips were stale, and the serving size below average.
The corn tortillas were slightly burnt.
The atmosphere was more akin to a bar.
I have no intention on going back, I wish them well.