El Vez

El Vez is a mexican restaurant Center City East Philadelphia located in United States.

9 / 10
987
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  • Phone

    (215) 928-9800

  • Website

    elvezrestaurant.com

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    ElVezRestaurant

  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

121 S 13th St (at Sansom St) Philadelphia , PA 19107 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 300


Keywords:

margaritas trendy good for groups good for dates tequila great value casual sangria quesadillas short ribs tortilla soup happy hour spicy food chopped salad corn chicken omelettes micheladas brunch food prix fixe menu
Raj Sarma

The guac is a must have and I recommend the option with the crab . Margaritas are well made, order them with Don Julio, you won't regret it. The taco sampler is a good way to taste all options.

Bre Bonner

Winners are: Blood Orange Frozen Margarita , Taco Tasting Platter and the Macho Nachos w/ chorizo or chicken . Be sure to have reservations if you want a table or you can try getting seats at the bar .

Fran Eppinger

The Carne Asada was straight up delicious, accompanied by some amazing creamed jalapeño corn . Best tres leches cake I've ever eaten. Guac and margaritas were solid as well . Can't miss at this place.

C B

Great place. The blood orange frozen margarita was outstanding so was the made to order guacamole and warmed tortilla chips . The food and service is fantastic that’s why it’s always crowded

Anna R

The pitcher of frozen margaritas was a great start and the fish tacos were delish. Great fun place. And don't forget to stop by the photobooth

Andrew C

Delicious and tasty, very similar to their other locations - plenty of classic mexican foods and various cocktails , NACHOS ARE THE BEST!!!! (FYI, NYC location seemed much nicer and upscale vs philly)

Jenny Ung

Blown away by this place. Service was slow but food was amazing. Sea bass tacos (!!), Queso Fondido(!!!), Chicken Tinga Quesadilla , Poblano rice , corn , were all equally delicious. A must try!!!

Fit Club Philly.com

Really awesome atmosphere. Great decor. Great location with many other restaurants to choose from as well (if you dont want to wait on the weekends). But the food is excellent. The margaritas are A+.

Bee Williams

El Vez is one of my favorite places to visit! Their drinks will have you on your ass if you have too many!! The food is amazing! DEFINITELY get the guacamole ! They're known for it!

Karli Scott

Their breakfast burrito offered at brunch is DELICIOUS. And their breakfast tacos are also a generous portion and really great. El Vez seated us immediately and we had excellent service.

Samar Hamdan

Fajita combo order ( chicken and steak ) was amazing. Very tasty . A little spicy but delicious. Will definitely go back.

C M

Order the Queso Fundido Con Carne as an appetizer or pair it with another tasty appetizer and make it your meal. The Short Rib Enchiladas were also a tasty treat.

Bobby

Amazing guac with unique mix-ins. The fish tacos were really good too!

Jeffrey James

Carnitas tacos are amazing! Definitely also get some chips g salsa to share. Good service & great food. Super busy, so be prepared to wait for a table!

Joe Lutz

Frozen blood orange margaritas are my favorite, but everything is very good. Never had a bad meal here.

Lamar

Chipotle chicken tacos , open faced shrimp quesadillas , mexican chopped salad , tacos al carbon , cactus and crab salsa...GOLDEN MARGARITAS. Hands down, BEST hangout spot in town !

Jen Dang

If you don't have a reservation , the wait is ridiculous on weekends. Try El Vez for lunch for a smaller crowd. Tito Santana guac (mangos , papaya and chipotle peppers ) is a must!

Maddie Lippincott

Food and drinks are always good here. Highly recommend the chips & salsa and you'd be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't order a margarita . Bit pricey , though.

Jenna Lancaster

Large margarita and guac options. Cesar Chavez guac is original and flavorful. Recommend the shrimp tacos . All busy, best to make a reservation !

Rob McGowan

Packed, all the time, and for good reason. Consistent service in a flashy setting. Table side guac , the Mexican Chopped Salad and Mahi Mahi Tacos are standouts.

Abdul-Aliy Muhammad

Those Blood Orange Margaritas are the best, luscious flamboyant sweetness with utterly side-tongue tangling citrus and of course the calming of tequila !!

Andrea P

Brunch recommendation: get the crab and corn omelette , substitute corn tortillas for yucca fries , cut up the omelette and wrap it in the tortilla . You're welcome.

Jacob Sheldon

Tito Santana guacamole is a must have with their perfect tortilla chips and it's very filling!

Zahra Rizvi

Amazing nachos and can't miss the guacamole

Leanne Alyssa

Best nachos ever! The colache and grouper tacos are also both amazing. It's always packed so remember to make a reservation

Philadelphia Magazine

The $14.99 lunch prix fixe includes two courses (either tortilla soup or chopped salad for the first course; short rib burrito , chipotle chicken tacos or black bean enchiladas for the second course). Read more

Jill Kimbrough

The frozen blood orange marg & sea bass tacos are BY FAR the best thing i've had in months!!! You can't go wrong!!

Visit Philly

The first sign that the food here is great: El Vez is always packed. If you can't get in at night, lunch is a great value , and it's the only time you can score a burrito .

Beth

Omg we loooooove it here!! Take pictures in the photo booth and get the perfecto marg . seriously. And the pineapple canelo....f-ing amazing.

Bullfrog & Baum

The aura is bright and festive starting off this restaurant experience with the right mindset. This place is great to share a bunch of dishes with the table, and you MUST start with the Guacamole .

C F

Get the Indian Red Lopez guacamole and the blood orange margarita . I really wish they would bring the surf and turf tacos and the short ribs to the dinner menu - they got rid of my 2 favorite entrees.

Sarah Kerr

Best. Tacos . Ever. Try the Chilean sea bass and mahi tacos .

Janis Rink

Wonderful time, so lively and fun. Food and drinks and dessert were all great. Try the Blood Orange Margarita !

Lance Lacoff

Not only is the food great but it's an outstanding spot most nights just to meet at the bar for drinks. The margaritas stand out.

Jeffrey James

Carnitas tacos are good. Busy place, so be prepared to wait for a table. Service is friendly & attentive.

Abner Aceves

One of the best Mexican food spots anywhere. The guacamole is delicious and so is the taco platter.

Rebecca G

Everything is delicious with vegetarian options . Get the Pina Especiada, spicy & amazing!

Danna Paulina

I'm from Mexico and is the best mexican restaurant that I have ever tried here!!!! Tacos are the best

Sincere Harris

Always busy. They take your phone number. So be smart and check in, then go find something to do for an hour. And your table will be ready.

Closed

The guac was to die for, dont miss out on the mexican corn !

Naman Bhandari

The goat cheese guac is bloody amazing. I'm putting goat cheese in my guac at home next time.

Cassie P

Love the ambiance of this place! Guacamole is definitely a must! Have yet to try the blood orange margarita

David Farré

Guacamole is fantastic!

Anne K.

People aren't kidding when they say to try the Blood Orange Margaritas and the guacamole De La Hoya style. Also be sure to try the grilled corn on the cob with cheese .

Colin Lee

De la hoya guac and sea bass taco are delicious. Very crowded on friday evenings

Philly.com

The big room is electric with color, energy and kitsch.; the upscale Mexican fare is sophisticated, authentic , and down to the bar nuts . Read more

Erin Gold

Best guacamole I've ever had. Hands down. Service is awesome, very friendly . Also the frozen blood orange margaritas are amazing.

Daphne Papapolyzou

Guacamole with basil is awesome. Try the black bean enchiladas

Leonard Hanson

Stunningly good chicken quesadilla and mahi mahi tacos , washed down with moreish blood orange margaritas .

Leonard Hanson

Amazing fish tacos . And enjoy the frozen blood orange margaritas .

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