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El Chile Café y Cantina

Editorial Review

A kaleidoscope of margaritas. Mexican fast food with a sheen. The overheard philosophy of UT faculty. This eastside spot is but one of many locations around town. There's El Chilito, the restaurant’s taco-stand offshoot, just a couple blocks down the street. There's also a variation on Congress, and yet another on Barton Springs. Hurry to one and dip your chip into the record-setting roasted-jalapeno salsa. It's good enough to drink straight up.

Features

  • Lunch
  • Parking
  • Brunch
  • Margaritas
  • Outdoor Dining

Attributes

  • Price:
    $$
  • Reservations:
    Not Accepted
  • Alcohol:
    Full Bar
  • Vibe:
    Chill, Locals
  • Restaurant Type:
    Mexican

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