Elmyriachi

I visited for the first time on 5-30-2025. I'm new to the area and the neighborhood. I came to check out the scene and the vibe. I just had got the news about one of my cousins passing away. So I had got out to clear my mind. I got there around 8:30 and I just missed the rush. I was not able to get a frozen mango margarita because they were out. I got the Pineneapple Margarita which is delicious with actual pieces of fruit in it. I also got something light I ordered chips and salsa which are great. Boone was my server for my food. My waitress took care of me at the bar though I didn't get her name. I told my bro about this place.

Went solo, was planning on sitting at the bar, but the outside was oh so inviting; whether covered with fans, or in the sun, this place is stellar for any type of patron. For my experience, it was a beer with chips and salsa, and Elmyriachi was the perfect spot for just that. Cheers 🍻

Arrived at 9 on a 10p close. Took 10 minutes to get greeted, drinks took 10 min to arrive, food was decent. Ordered a second round at 940 even though our first round wasn’t gone just so we could get ahead of the bar and not hold anything up - server said not to worry, take your time. Drinks didn’t arrive till after 10. Margaritas aren’t weak which is a major plus, but also, chugging them not an option. We offered to even pour into plastic while we finished so we could send all the dishes to the BOH, server never came back. At 1040, when almost done, a woman who was not our server came out and snapped “we closed 40 minutes ago, you mind wrapping it up?” Which we did, obviously- only to watch the staff and their friends who entered AFTER 10 doing shots at the bar. If you need people to leave quickly, last call your guests earlier, and certainly don’t tell them they are fine to sit and enjoy their cocktails. After shift drinks more important than your paying guests, got it. Great place, just don’t arrive after 8 I guess.

Daniel is a total GEM of a server. We enjoyed the chill atmosphere and the casual way the servers handled everything with professionalism and charisma. The chorizo queso was excellent. Salsa on point. I LOVED my pineapple margarita. We also had the smoked tacos and tampiqueno burrito. Both excellent and fresh. We brought our 3 month old and she was comfortable and well received. Thank you for an excellent lunch and a stellar vibe.

One of the restaurants on my "want to go" list. It did not disappoint. Sat on the patio, on a beautiful GA evening. Service was attentive and pleasant, although it was busy. Dog friendly and Vegan friendly too. The margarita was tasty as well as the trio salsa and chips and the stacked chicken enchiladas. I will return, hopefully for Cinco de Mayo.

Food was really good. Got your basic gringo style beef tacos and they were seasoned great. $12 for 3 large portion sizes. I also ate my weight in queso. Alex was a great bartender.

I don't think I've ever been so impressed and awed this much by such service. Erica with her sling and warm demeanor was just exemplary. She injured her arm, and with one arm made amazing drinks. Make me king for a day and Erica gets a badge of honor. Elmyriachi is a neighborhood tex mex place. Reviews don't matter this is where the locals hang out. Decent food with great prices. Their house marg is 7 bucks. The layout of this place is amazing. Outdoor bar, indoor bar, outside seating and inside seating. The service is kind and attentive. Food is okay, but if you want a place to not blow money and hang this is your spot. On a lovely day there isn't a rival. This is where you need to go. Bottom line: Great company and great atmosphere bar, okay food but great drink prices. Perfect for after work cocktails.

Very casual and fun place to hang out and eat some food food. We love the vegetarian and vegan options. Almost the whole menu is substitutable. They have tofu and other vegan protein options.

I came for the mariyachi!!! It is STRONG and reasonably priced at $8! I came here for it and i was satisfied! The tacos were good and the food was reasonably priced. The service was ok. And the ambiance was family oriented and chill. Plenty of parking and it's FREE

I don't even know how to say the name of the place but my friend that lives in the area suggested we stop by since they were new to the taco game so he wanted to give it a try. It doesn't strike me as a Mexican restaurant. It gave more of a dive bar type vibe but there's nothing wrong with that. I tried the Momma's Tacos, their beef tacos and loved that they offered a choice between soft and hard shells. I went with the soft shells and the beef was flavorful seasoned just right and hit the spot. The rice wasn't very tasty. I am not a beans person so I can't comment on it. But let's talk about the real star of the show: the crab queso dip. It's absolutely amazing. It was rich, creamy, and packed with chunks of crab. It's worth a trip just for that alone. The service was great, too. Our waiter was attentive and consistent, keeping our drinks refilled without us even having to ask. This might seem minor but I appreciated it. Everything was reasonably priced so you won't break the bank here. Just for the sake of the crab queso. I'll be back for sure!

First of all, the food was unexpected and outstanding. The service was friendly, and the ambiance comfortable. What else do you need? Exactly. Get yourself there.

This is a great local Mexican spot. We came on a Friday night around 6 and it was crowded! We waited about 20 minutes for a table. There were lots of families, so it actually cleared out as the night went on. They have all the classics. We got queso, a burrito and chicken quesadilla. All very good if you are looking for good old Mexican food. They also have decent margs for a decent price. You do have to pay for chips as a heads up!

nice people and good drinks! yelp wants me to write at least eighty-five characters so i'll say that their coquito is tasty

Consistently one of my favorite spots in Atlanta. When you come here you know you're getting good food, food service, and chill vibes. I normally stop in for brunch and they do have bottomless! Only got apps this time but tried the pork skins for the first time and 11/10.

I love this place so much! It's a chill spot with insanely good food. If you're vegetarian or vegan, don't worry because they've got a wide variety of veggie options plus tofu and vegan cheese! Prices are pretty reasonable too! The service is chill as well and sometimes it's a little slow but sometimes you luck out with an awesome waiter. I've had my fair share of both. They also have brunch on the weekends too!

One of the restaurants on my "want to go" list. It did not disappoint. Sat on the patio, on a beautiful GA evening. Service was attentive and pleasant, although it was busy. Dog friendly and Vegan friendly too. The margarita was tasty as well as the trio salsa and chips and the stacked chicken enchiladas. I will return, hopefully for Cinco de Mayo.

Parking was not easy - it was very busy so we had to street park, however, Our party of 7 was seated immediately during lunch hour! Huge win - This was a plus for me since there were several children with us. Nothing special to indicate about the ambiance or service - neither were extremely warm. Left on a high note - Our food arrived fast and was delicious!

I've been to El Myr exactly twice. The first time, in December 2015, wasn't really my bag. I remember being served some brisket tacos that were lost somewhere in the hipster BBQ trend that was sweeping the city at the time. The meat was sweet, like Kansas City sweet; the zing of a proper and savory taco was not really decipherable. I didn't return for about eight years, and I love Tex-Mex. El Myr is a standby in the Kirkwood square, now serving for almost a decade, I think. They are Kirkwood-famous for the bar, which offers a nice selection of you-guessed it margaritas and some other swell cocktails. True to form in this beer town, they have an extensive draft list featuring some beloved local and regional beers. I was persuaded to return by my hungry children and a partner who agreed that we would not be cooking tonight. Anyway, it had been so long that I forgotten what the place looked like on the inside. The outdoor dining is spacious and sunny, with ample shade features to block the late-summer blaze. The crowd was pleasant and seemed kind of hip - seating was at about 70% at 5:00pm on a Sunday, and there was lots of pleasant chatter. Service was congenial and honestly, pretty fast. With the current table occupancy, I expected a much longer wait. The servers were extremely kind to my kids, who were plied into silence by a salsa sampler. So, I ordered the flautas. If you have not tried, they are a Tex-Mex standby where a protein is tightly rolled in a tortilla and deep fried. These were filled with chicken. Very tasty dish, the meat was well-seasoned and the portion was pretty generous, with three big ones coming out on the plate. They were blazing hot and served with some queso for dipping. Kids both nabbed their usual quesadilla and choccy milk. They've redeemed themselves (in my memory anyway). I think they've settled into a more classic Tex-Mex niche and we had a very pleasant meal.

Normally I am bummed by a Mexican restaurant that does not offer complimentary chips and salsa. That being said, that's all we ordered, aside from 2 different but AMAZING margaritas!! I consider myself somewhat of a salsa connoisseur and let me say that their RED salsa was PERFECTION!!! Savory with heat 10/10 recommend!!!!! Our server was so sweet and willing to chat with us about the menu. They have several vegetarian and vegan options. Pet friendly and generally a very chill place. We loved it. Will definitely return for a meal!! (Only reason we didn't eat was because we were going to a foodie event close by)

Love this place... my favorite is the brisket tacos which has a flavor punch out of this world

This is an ok little Mexican spot with good drinks at reasonable prices. The service is very spotty here. It was terrible when I came with a friend and just as bad when I came just for drinks a second time. My friend and I waited about 15 minutes before the guy came to our table (after passing by several times). I enjoyed the nachos and the pork rinds which were tasty. They forgot my queso however which I asked for on the side. Then made excuses that it was burned but offered no recourse. They have a parking lot which is great for the area! They do charge for chips and salsa which is meh. And I think when my friend and I came for drinks we were charged $4 for chips and salsa but maybe that's the price. I do think they need to work on their service. Folks are friendly but they're lacking in this area.

My favorite Mexican place in Atlanta, food, atmosphere and staff is great. I love the monthly car show on Sundays there. Keep on doing what you doe Elmyriachi!

My husband and I stopped on after we did the 'Bridgerton Experience' down the road. It was pouring rain and we were in our 'ball' attire. We sat in the covered 'outside' seating. Our waiter was fantastic, I unfortunately have a severe allergy to jalapeños. And asked if there was any in the queso. He informed us that they were, and made a suggestion for a different appetizer. After we ordered our waiter came back with the head chef who spoke with us about how many of there things had jalapeños in it. They stated their top priority was to make sure I was safe but could also enjoy the food. They went above and beyond to make sure I got something amazing and safe for me. I have NEVER had an attentive experience like that at any restaurant. Not to mention the food was DELICIOUS! We will be going back for sure.

I decided to get some takeout! So in the pouring rain I stopped by and placed a togo order! I got the taco salad with spinach a side of smoked brisket and the hazeadilla! The taco salad was very yummy! Now I'm not a big beef eater, but I thought the smoked brisket was a bit on the tuff and chewy side! But at least this time it did has a smoked taste! My gf ordered a chimichanga with ground beef and queso cheese! She said it was alright, but she has had better! I was pleased that there was enough food for leftovers the next day! I will admit I was very satisfied with my meals!

I came to this location for the first time on cinco de Mayo and had a great time. I returned today by myself just for a quick drink and to enjoy the little bit of sun on the outside bar patio. The host was very nice and was accommodating when I asked about the outside bar seating. She informed me that the bartender was going to open the window so I could sit at the outside bar. I used the restroom then sat at the normal bar inside to wait for the outside bar to be opened. The male bartender made eye contact with me multiple times but did not greet me. Instead he goes and takes a tables order. When he returned to the bar he finally asked me if I'm placing a Togo order. I said no, I'm waiting for the outside bar to be opened. He didn't say anything. He just went back to making drinks for the other table. The female bartender returned And said hi but she looked pretty busy with bottles in her hand so I didn't want to bother her for a menu. At this point I felt very neglected and the bar wasn't even full. I felt like I was irritating the male bartender with my presence so I decided to just leave. The host was concerned but I wasn't feeling the vibe of the bartender. As a fellow bartender of 10 plus years, I know what genuine customer service looks like and for whatever reason, the male bartender didn't feel like showing it to me. I won't be back but wanted to make management aware of how it made me feel. Thank you.

I love it here! I love sitting on the patio. The service is amazing & the staff are so helpful, patient, and sweet! The food is so good & fresh. The prices are reasonable and not too expensive! The crab dip is amazing as well. I hate I didn't get a picture! The environment is so free and I love it.

Have been here twice and enjoyed it both times! Moving from Texas, I had difficulty finding tasty tex-mex options in town - and luckily we found elmyriachi! Great margs, good service, good food with an affordable price! Also nice patio for when the weather is cooperating!

Chimichanga and burritos are large and yummy. I would skip the tacos {in comparison to neighboring spot} the tacos are pretty small and lack much filling. If you are into cocktails the jalapeño margaritas made with a jalapeño bride and you can get it to go in a serving for two which is awesome. Also the parking lot is relatively small and there's extra parking across the street at the funeral home if needed.

Hidden gem in the city! Great bar selection! Had the Watermelon Margarita on their featured drink list and it was so fresh! Then I wanted the Texas Margarita because I enjoy Gran Gala so Bartender made me the Frozen Margarita & added Gran Gala, it was amazing! Nachos with were very filling and they have their own parking lot!

The best thing is the "organic margarita". The customer service is cool as long as you don't get Erica as a server and whomever her dirty blonde, short haired, blue eyed "manager" is as a "reinforcer" of bad service (he's pictured with a mask on). C.J. is his name...if they're even telling the truth. Erica's bad customer service was so evident that me simply pulling out my phone, made her duck behind the bar to hide who she was. (I wish the video would post.) Olivia... she comes off cool but she gossips about customers as if she knows them personally. She projects her company's bad business on the customers as if the customers are wrong. They have gossiped so much about me, specifically, I feel famous when I arrive. They talk negatively about me because of my outspoken disdain for their previous mistreatment towards me as a loyal customer. Thankfully they're close to my work and I can get a margarita quickly. Otherwise, all my suggestions are to go elsewhere.

Loved it. The drinks are in point. The barbacoa burned the stew out my mouth the spice was so strong but the food had a nice taste and am bringing my daughter here for her birthday in 2 weeks

We enjoyed our service and food at Elmyriachi. We took 20 high school students for lunch. The service was speedy and the food was excellent. Thank you for accommodating our group on short notice.

Great location,dog friendly, with great patio service. Authentic Mexican with Vegetarian and Began options. Great parking and kid friendly. Do try the freshly made Margaritas Will definitely be back soon

Came here for brunch with friends. Service is a complete mess. You have to place orders at the outside window, one at a time, so for a group of 8 it took forever just to get orders placed. Obviously we didn't get food at the same time either. Food wasn't bad but I feel like other services have well adjusted to covid protocol while this one is still in stone ages.

Wonderful neighborhood bar and Mexican food. Bartender was delightful. If I lived around Kirkwood the bar would become my local favorite.

Stopped in on a Sunday around 6:00. They have both indoor and outside seating. We opted for indoor. Which we were able to get a table right away which is a plus unfortunately that is where the speedy service stopped. We started out with chips and queso the queso was pretty tasty but the chips were a tad bit hard for our liking. I ordered the chicken quesadilla and my partner ordered the chicken tacos meal and subbed the sides for corn and potatoes. It took about 45 minutes for the food to come out. The food looked aesthetically well but flavor wise it was lacking a bit. I am not sure if it was an off day as that happens at times. I would rate this place a 2 and a half stars but due not being an option I'm rating it a 3.

We eaten here before and the food was incredible that when we had a craving for Mexican, we knew this would hit the spot. We placed our order online for picked up/carry out. The food was ready in time... Sadly, the kid's steak was dry and cold. And, the crusty potatoes were burnt, they were darker than the steak. The shrimp was tasty, our daughter love it, we'll order more next time because they were super tiny. The green burrito had three pieces of broccoli whereas before; it was loaded with broccoli. The fajito burrito fell apart due to retried beans juiciness. The guacamole was spot on!

We've been going to Elmyriachi for the last 5 years, and it's only gotten better. We always liked it, but it used to be hit or miss; now it's consistently good. Their chips, salsa, and queso are my favorite in the city. Their fish tacos are solid every time. There was only one time we had to complain about the food, out of the dozens of times we've been, and it was because of the portion, not the flavor or quality, but they were quick to apologize and make it better. Service is always friendly too, and they're happy to accommodate our kids when they come. Perfect patio and great margaritas that aren't watered down are a bonus!

The value for the $ is fabulous and the food was really good. Outdoor seating only so if it's cold or rainy it may not be a great choice but today it's mid-70s and sunny! Good drink selection, kid menu available, food came out super fast, very generous portions. No complaints!

The food is good. Nice vegan/vegetarian options. I ordered the crispy tacos. My only reservation with the food is that corn wasn't roasted. The service was completely trash. The guy took at least 15 mins to come up and ask for our order. My drink came with my food. The table was dirty. He didn't follow back up to check on us. I was really disappointed. I have been wanting to try this place for years.

This place is fire. First, service was great! Greeted as soon as we walked in, and our server continuously checked in on us throughout our meal. We started with Queso Con Carne...served hot with a big basket of fresh chips. I ordered the Gringo Burrito and my wife had the Chile Poblano. The Gringo comes with a side of salsa, but believe me, this thing is so flavorful that you need no add-ons. Both incredible! (And enough for us to enjoy leftovers the next day :) I also appreciated the amount of parking provided. Elmyriachi is an Atlanta gem!

Love this place! Their food is delicious and great service too. So many excellent vegan options -- thank you!!

Have to say the selection of food was on point. Nice neighborhood TEXMEX spot. Outside dining only.

Went with my friends for brunch on Sunday around 12:30. No wait and food came fast! This place attracted me because I'm vegan and they have lots of options, but also have lots of meat too for anyone who wants it! The portions are big, I finished half of this. So worth it and would definitely go again. We sat in a nice patio area and there's a convenient parking lot in the back. The mimosas were also delicious and only $5.

I'm surprised that this restaurant only has 3.5 stars on here, but I imagine it's because of the price to portion ratio. I had the chimichurri steak tacos, and they were delicious. My coconut daiquiri was also great and even though it was small, it still left me feeling toasty. Overall, I would say this is definitely a lunch spot vs dinner, and although a bit pricey considering the portion, the quality of food is great.

A vegan friend of mine suggested this place so I came here for dinner one Friday night! Enjoyed the atmosphere and food and service! Ordering: There was about a 20 minute wait in line just to order food at the counter. After ordering the food, we waited for another 15 minutes to snag a table (they are first come, first serve). Ordering was easy enough at the counter. They bring you your drinks out to you right after ordering, as well as your apps (we got chips + salsa). Entrees such as tacos/burritos are given to you much later though. We had a 45 minute wait post-ordering to get our burritos. Service: Great service! I was a bit skeptical at first but our server was amazing! If I'd known she was that great, I would've tipped higher when I ordered at the counter. Very attentive and checked up on us often. Food: I got the Thai burrito and it was a very interesting flavor profile. The peanut sauce was mild but flavorful, and the veggies inside the burrito were appreciated. It is a big burrito, by the way. My other two guests had a burrito and tacos, but I'm not sure which ones exactly. The food was served in to-go boxes, so I thought it was slightly pricey for what it was, but I enjoyed. This is really the only reason I am docking a star. Drinks: Finally the fun part!! The margaritas was so good. I had the house margarita, just a single serve drink. My boyfriend got the double portion of the house, and they brought it to him in a to-go container. His was very, very strong. Mine wasn't too strong but I definitely felt it near the end. TLDR; Good atmosphere with good service. Slightly pricey for what you get but overall an enjoyable place. Good drinks as well.

The food is not authentic and not fresh. I ordered the tacos and enchilada stack it was horrible. The beans taste like canned beans and the enchilada sauce was brown. Do not recommend if you are looking for authentic Mexican food.

Reminded us of taco joints in Austin, Texas. Went for lunch around 1:30-2 on a Monday. Enjoyed the patio vibes, food, and service! No wait to order but the food did take a bit of time to arrive. I got the Baja Tacos (1 Shrimp + 1 Fish) with a side of rice and crispy potatoes and my boyfriend got the (1 Pork + 1 Brisket) with the refried beans and rice. The Shrimp taco was my favorite but they were all delicious and full of flavor! We just moved to Kirkwood so we will definitely be back! Great local spot.

Came with some friends (group of 9) on a Friday night, around 7:30pm to celebrate "National Margherita Day" FOOD: I ordered the Tacos Verde ($10?) with tofu on corn tortillas. My sides were pinto beans and corn. Overall, the flavor was fine -- had a little kick with the green sauce and I liked the tofu, but could have used a little extra something. The corn tortillas were very nicely toasted -- they were double layered and cooked so they had a good texture to bite into -- a little leathery so they have some substance, but not too hard. My sides however, were a bit sad. Lacking in flavor. BAR: They have quite a selection. I ordered a 3 Taverns Lord Grey because I love sour beers and I haven't been able to find it recently because it's out of season (spring/summer beer). If I had used logic appropriately rather than getting excited, I would have realized I should not have ordered it. More specifically, I think the beer I got has been sitting around this restaurant since the summer. The flavor was not right -- the tartness was gone. I did not even drink half of it because it was stale and it made me very sad. SERVICE: Quite good considering how busy they were! Staff were very polite and attentive. Brought us refills of chips in a timely fashion! AMBIANCE: Kind of cool. Looks like they have a patio area as well as an interior. Lots of decor. I liked it. OVERALL: Typical Mexican place that's not authentic, but can give you a decent meal. Reasonably priced. It's okay, good for groups.

Aesthetically pleasing, the outdoor seating is so nice on a hot day, the food is amazing (I've only had the tacos), been going there for YEARS and the drinks will get you ‍

Had 2 smoked brisket tacos today, and there was hardly any meat...and I paid over 10$ for a little slaw and radishes, with a teaspoon of meat. There should have been at least a heaping tablespoon of brisket meat and all I tasted was the bbq sauce and corn tortilla. oh, almost forgot---the male "order taker" acted like we were interrupting his day, got love that one! Pass this place up...

This is by far my favorite post work happy hour spot. The food and drinks are fantastic and also cheap! The service is top notch. Fish tacos and Corona are my usual go to. 10/10!

I'm a fan of Elmyriachi no longer. And this bums me out because the food and drinks are really good, but egads, the service is awful. It's so awful that I no longer want to experience it. Service has never been that great at the tables and at the bar it's non-existent because it's all people who know the bartender so they struggle to service customers while talking to their friends about the minutia of their lives. I've seen this phenomenon with four different bartenders so I know it's not a fluke. Elmyriachi has also changed the entrance and I waited a few minutes for a hostess who never came (until a group walked up behind me and I passed the hostess on her way out to greet them.) I eventually seated myself at the bar which had the lackadaisical service that it always has. Maybe the problem with service is that the staff is constantly changing. There are only two people I've seen working here since my first visit. The bar staff has been different every time. I really wonder what this high turnover is all about. It doesn't seem to be the usual restaurant/bar situation. I'll miss the pork tacos with fresh radish and pickled onions and the turkey chorizo (*sigh*) and the drinks of the day (double *sigh*) but not enough to brave the staff here.

First timer and heard about the Brisket tacos. They were delicious. Service was good. Love the patio. Will be back.

Not the quality I remember. Been two years and the difference was notable and not in a good way. Ordered my usual chicken chimichanga with assorted sides, chips, salsa, crab dip and was surprised by how spicy my chimichanga was, and how permeated everything was by cilantro...salsa, queso, salads...overwhelming...crab dip tasted like old spoiled crab...refried beans were the best thing on my plate...and pricey, like everything else in Atlanta...and did I say it was cold as well?...don't think I'll be returning...

Excellent service, tasty food, and good drinks. My server, Brandon, was very attentive and friendly. Give him a raise.

DONT WASTE YOUR $$$! TERRIBLE SERVICE! So heres the deal- this place USED to be great. Post pandemic hiring has completed RUINED their customer service. My stepdad and I used to meet up here all the time since it this is located between both of our houses in kirkwood/EAV. He refuses to go back now after waiting 1 hour before even being served a drink. If you do get your food its wrong, and seriously takes FOREVER every single time. They aren't even busy like they used to be, but somehow nobody working there can keep up. This past friday was my last attempt with the business. I tried to call in an order around 7pm & was told within a 30 second phone call that I was "taking too long and should have actually looked at the menu online before I picked up the phone." I called back after the rude comment with my order ready to go, but had a question about their quesadilla's as the menu did not specify about add on proteins. Keep in mind this meal was going to my grandparents who are both in their 90's. It was my grandpa's 91st birthday actually, and i was trying to bring them something to eat since they can barely leave the house....Anyways this little turd employee decides to throw a legitimate tantrum over the phone whining that "he does not have time for 20 min phone calls" The second phone call was 1 min & 6 seconds. That included the time I then had taken to point out his childlike behavior. I also told him I worked in the service industry myself, and that he was being absolutely ridiculous. The total time for both calls lasted 1 min & 36 seconds. I tried to call back to talk to a manager about it, and i think the kid blocked my phone number Yall seriously just go somewhere else, and thank me later!