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El Rey
Cuisine: Latin, Mexican
10Best Says
This casual atmosphere diner pleases customers with its funky decor, delicious food, affordable prices and tasty margaritas. Join them for happy hour, which comes highly rated from regular patrons.... Read More
This casual atmosphere diner pleases customers with its funky decor, delicious food, affordable prices and tasty margaritas. Join them for happy hour, which comes highly rated from regular patrons. Headed up by Stephen Starr, this venue has been impressing customers at lunch and dinner since the 1990s. Dive into delicious meal choices such as rice, refried back beans, corn on the cob, casual, chile en nogada, and chipotle bbq. Be sure to try the guacamole. Staff is also well versed on the food choices, and in addition to their dedicated gluten-free menu, can guide those needing gluten-free options to the choices that are best for them.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Sharon Rigney
Philadelphia Local Expert
- Mexican: "Make a point of checking out their happy hour with great drink specials and tasty dishes."
- Best for Mexican Because: This restaurant makes a point of trying to be a Mexican dive, yet it especially caters to those looking for a great happy hour experience.