“El Vecino” means “the neighbor,” and that’s exactly what we want to be to our Dallas community. Serving authentic, family recipes over 100 years old, we’re your neighborhood Tex-Mex restaurant, located right on Buckner Boulevard near White Rock Lake. Let us welcome you into our bright and friendly restaurant, where we’ll serve you a cold beer or mix up a craft cocktail that pairs perfectly with our classic Mexican dishes and great conversation. We’ll make you feel right at home because everyone here is considered a friend and a neighbor.
Lake Highlands spot for Tex-Mex greatest hits, plus margaritas & cerveza in vibrant dining room. Based on 839 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
718 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218
Phone: (469) 802-6060
Website: https://www.elvecinotexmex.com/
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Hours
| Sunday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–10 PM |
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Reviews
Kimberly Williams
Wait time: Less than 5 minutes with a dining room full on a Saturday evening.
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Kevin Tipton
Service is top notch in professionalism and attentiveness! Overall very well mannered staff. Food was good. I was disappointed in their salsa/hot sauce options & their queso was a disappointment, but other than that the experience was pleasant. Our whole group enjoyed the Margaritas even 1 non alcoholic margarita.
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Jeremy C
If I could give this place 6 stars for the food, I would! First off, the complementary chips and salsa are great. I’m normally a green salsa guy, but the red salsa here is velvety smooth and very delicious – very different in texture to most red salsas at Tex Mex places.
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Alissa Christine
I came for an early dinner on Good Friday after visiting the Arboretum and thank goodness I was there by 5pm as I literally just beat the waiting list by 5 minutes ! As soon as I walked in I was shown right to a table by the friendly host who thanked me for coming. My waiter came quickly to offer me a drink and tell me the night’s special of stacked enchiladas with shrimp, scallops, calamari, and fish, served with a sourcream chipotle sauce which I immediately chose. Chips and salsa brought out were great with my favourite being the spicier green tomatillo salsa. My main course came out shortly and my diet coke was refilled without me asking as well as the red salsa for my chips was topped up. My entree was served hot with rice and black beans on a separate plate. I peaked under the top tortilla and could see there was a good amount of seafood inside, no fillers, and it smelled great !! The whole meal was fast and delicious with exemplary service. Will definitely return !
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JennX
Great Tex-Mex! The food was amazing! And the chips and salsa were so good. Definitely one of my new favs! The place was packed with every table full, yet the service was quick, that’s impressive! I even asked for a number of extras like fresh jalapeños, pico de gallo, extra salsa and sour cream, and they were quick to get them for me. The restrooms were also clean, always means a lot to me! Will definitely be back!
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Ryan Drury
We’ve been coming every Wednesday ($6 enchilada night – inflation proof treat of the universe) since before the pandemic. This place is home. I bring my parents, my friends, my colleagues… everyone with a pulse and whose well being I take into my personal charge. Come if you value your tastebuds and respect your wallet. Happy hour until 6 pm.
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PRNCSS Kasino
They were so busy , but fast ! Literally every table was filled . Food was yum . Nice portion for the price ! Will be returning .
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Siley Valmor
This is my new Tex mex spot. In my opinion the food options were great and had so much flavor. Both salsas were really good and I typically don’t care for green salsa because it’s usually bland. Service was great, it was clean. And to top it all off it wasn’t expensive in this crazy economy. Highly recommend!
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Rachel H
I love this place. Their frozen margs are some of the best I’ve ever had. Their food is great quality. I have not had a thing I didn’t like here.
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Just Browsing
This is a fun festive atmosphere. The bright colored booths with beautiful patterns, walls decorated with one of a kind art and all the staffs quick service and friendly faces have made me a repeat visitor.
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