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El Vez in Philadelphia is a two star Mexican restaurant. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features a full bar, brunch, and lunch. This place is open late and good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food tasty. Try the scallops.
4.0 of 5 stars.
So everybody who goes here gets the guacamole. It comes out with chips and salsa. All is good. But who needs food (the entrees tend to be overly small) when you get all of this? First time I ate...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at El Vez exceeded expectations. The guacamole was good. The taco platter was excellent, especially the fish tacos. The drinks were above average, but not anything earth shattering.El Vez is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here over the weekend. I'd say the best dish was the appetizer...you gotta try the guacamole with the truffles-the earthy taste adds so much to the advocado. It was delish.However, everything...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is strictly a drink review - went for margaritas. I'm a connoisseur on the least expensive margaritas, my palate can not distinguish between the best tequila and the average. I certainly can tell...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Recently tried El Vez for brunch for the first time and discovered a new perfect brunch combo - shared guac & chips and a crab omlette & poblano home fries. As with all Starr restaurants, the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, you will pay $12 for about 6oz. of guacamole, but the $7 sangria is well worth the cost. This is hands down my favorite Sangria in the city. The red is spicy with all the right fruit and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Atmosphere: fun, buzzy, colorful--a great place for a fun meal with friends. We sat out on the sidewalk, perfect on a gorgeous early autumn evening. Inside seemed pretty loud so I was glad to be out...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went on a Saturday night, and was told there'd be an hour wait. A seat magically opened at the bar just at that moment (thank god -- my heels were killing me), so me & the boy settled in to a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was starving and in Midtown Village, debating about what to eat for dinner. I almost took the bus to University City...but then this place caught my eye. I was there about 5 PM on a beautiful...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In terms of environment, El Vez is a Chuy's knockoff (if you're from Austin then you'll know what i mean). Expect a full house with lots of people having a good time. That's good, but does create a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tacos... thats all I can say, get them!
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with a group of about 5 friends about 2 months ago and had a fabulous time. The atmosphere was awesome (the round booth was fun!) and totally loved the photo booth. The service was top...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After having dinner at another restaurant one evening, my friends were all craving some guacamole, and I of course was craving some yuengling and some special photo booth time. This particular time...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ooooh! Looky what I received:"I want you to know how your visit to El Vez back in April affected my life.First, this is how you acted: You came in and sat down at my bar, we introduced each other and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic blood orange margarita and guacamole, but the rest of the food is mediocre.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here after the Yelp Apothecary event(which was awesome!) and really enjoyed it. We ordered a bunch of different apps including the goat cheese guac which i loved hell put cheese and avocados in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is my favorite of the Stephen Starr restaurants. To be clear, the food is NOT Mexican. It's a fusion of Mexican, Tex-Mex and American food. This doesn't take anything away from the quality. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was more like a 3.5*, but i really liked the service and i had a great experience here, so why not....4* it is1) Bazooka Guacamole- YUMMY! Guac with goat cheese, fried shallots and the chips were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
it was good, but not outstanding. i went here with friends for drinks and appetizers only, so i can't vouch for the entrees or desserts. i would love to come back for an actual meal. on to the review....
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Friends suggested we try El Vez while in Philly. A group of us went for dinner. While the restaurant is a bit pricey, the atmosphere and food were excellent. I had the sample of 3 enchiladas and a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I loooove the mahi mahi tacos here, they are lightly breaded and cripsy, last time the quac was not as good as the previous one I loved that had tuna tartare with goat cheese. Also love the tuna...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a picky bastard as you can see from my other reviews. I have eaten here 3 times- I enjoyed them all. It's solid- the food is good, servers are great, fun atmosphere- it is a bit pricey but it's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped in here for drinks and apps on a weeknight w/ 3 friends. None of us had eaten and split some guac and nachos. We also had 2 pitchers of white sangria and another drink. Not much food several...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don't listen to what anyone else says here. The guacamole will CHANGE YOUR LIFE. Not listed in the menu is an option to get a guacamole sampler, where you choose three of your favorites. For $22,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is okay, by no means terrible, but for some reason I go here at least once every couple monthsThe blood orange margaritas are usually to DIE for, and although the food (esp. the guacamole)...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A neon lo-rider bike rotates on a shimmering throne of the ungodly in El Vez. Locals raved to me about this place as being the place to go. I will say the food is wonderful but the atmosphere is tacky...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Where I come from, we have many fancy and non-fancy Mexican restaurants, most of which are very, very good. I'm Mexican-spoiled. My friends took me to El Vez for a little dinner the other night, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great blood orange margaritas and steak tacos. No comment on the guacamole because I couldn't be less interested in guacamole. Do not show up on Thursday, Friday or Saturday night after 5:00-5:30...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I want to give 3.5 stars but will give 4 because I know I'll be back for drinks again.Fun for out of towners as a quick pit stop - not a final destination. Let's call it what it is - the Disney Land...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh El Vez, why do you sometimes do me wrong? I'm pretty picky when it comes to Mexican - and El Vez is NOT the best Mexican in the city, but we all know that. (I'm not comparing it to the South...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Super overpriced fake Mexican food with crappy drinks and a photo booth. What do you think the two stars are for? The photo booth is the best part of El Vez! My friend Alexis and I would sometimes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spent a wonderful summer evening catching up with an old friend at El Vez. The outdoor seating was perfect, I'm not that familiar with Philadelphia, but the area was hip, lots of great looking people...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was really not impressed with this place at all. I've heard a few people say it was great, but maybe that was a while ago.The atmosphere was pretty cool and the staff was very friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite Mexican, although some would say it's not authentic.I don't really care. There's been a lot of thought put into the menu. The food is great and it keeps getting better. Not many...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the first time I came here 2-3months ago I made the mistake of NOT making reservations on a friday night, well needless to say I was told i would not get a table for 1.5hrs. I then packed my butt and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My huevos rancheros were delicious... as was my dessert and my coffee. Food was artfully prepared and portions were an ideal size.Atmosphere is perhaps nothing to write home about, but it's not too...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I stumbled into El Vez last week, as I was searching for somewhere cool and "local" on my first trip to Philly.Yo quiero El Vez!El Vez is a swanky little Mexican joint, that offers their hip clientele...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously... they took my chips!?!?!After paying a ridiculous amount for guac.. I was with chip in hand and she took the rest of the chips from the table!!! It took a solid 5 minutes for the whole...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hard to find anything bad to say about El Vez. I've been coming here for a while and am definitely more drawn to it during the summer months. Best guacamole in the city and I love the mahi mahi...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my current favorites in the city - I've never had a bad experience here. I prefer the less expensive small plates to the entrees, but I still never leave hungry. The corn on the cobb...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed it very much last week. Food was decent but the bar scene was awesome. It was hip and loud. My friends and I had a funtastic time!
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I really enjoyed dining here. It was a great vibe, really huge bar scene. We went around 10:00 and were seated promptly. The nachos mama's were amazing!!! A must try. They had a variety...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten out here a bunch of times... Some things are great, others not good at all.Personally, I like the Fajitas (I think it's an order for 2-3 people). They are fresh and usually a safe bet....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Why do Steven Starr places suck so much?This place was kind of a joke. The food was bleh, the service meh, and the people there, clientele and servers were blah...Went here after a game one night, sat...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place, but a little pricey.
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great fresh guacamole. They get creative with the margaritas, pomegranate is yummy. Decor is fun, clean. Service is that generic Stephen Starr restaurant feel, which kinda makes you feel l like a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I had brunch at El Vez on Sunday. The prices on this menu are pretty reasonable, but after ordering one drink each (a bloody mary for my friend and a mimosa for me), plus an order of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a big fan of rant reviews and I figured I'd never write one, but guess what? Now this is happening. I've been to El Vez twice before and enjoyed it. It has a high price to food quantity ratio,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Let me say right off that Stephen Starr doesn't do much for me. I'm more impressed by the steak than the sizzle, as it were. In lieu of the reviews I've avoided writing about Jones and the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think my mistake with this place is that I always seem to go around happy hour--the worst time ever to go. The drinks are good, and the food seems okay. But everything here...EVERYTHING...is waaay...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gourmet Mexican in the city. Sometimes the food great, other times it's not so good. Over all I like it though. Great Margaritas!
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First..talk about change. What happened to the gay ghetto? My, how 13th Street has changed! Still has that queer feeling but its been cleaned up! El Vez, please open a branch in Boston, we need you!!!...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food and drinks were excellent, the service was great. If you enjoy good food, you'll love it here. Fun atmosphere. We had red sangria and a traditional margarita, both were delicious! Try the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think I had a one or two day span between my visit to Jones and then to El Vez. I think I'm Stephen Starred-out for the time being.I've been ogling this place for so long. I think it was the funky...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not the best Mexican in town, but the bar in the center is awesome. The scene is fun and loud and the food is decent. 3 stars.
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very cool place - LOUD. With a great big round bar in the middle. So they are known for their guacamole - 4 or 5 kinds to try. And I guess if you are known for guac you can charge $13-$21 for it AND...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Meh. I had high hopes for this place, but I spent $33 for dinner and left hungry. Perhaps I paid for each minute that we sat waiting for our food. In the end it was underwhelming. I haven't had a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So...I never knew I lived so close to El Vez. I always wondered what restaurant it was when I walked right next to it, because I never saw the sign that was WAY above the ground until I was on the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not what I typically think of when I hear Mexican--but, it's awesome regardless. The drinks are a little over priced but at the bottom of a pitcher of margaritas, you won't care. Fish Tacos were first...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ay papi, I wanted a bit more! Came here on Sunday for a quick bite to eat and was really surprised by the off the wall, yet fun design and decor. We chose to sit in one of the padded schnazzy booths...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the first time for a friend's 22nd birthday! One word sums the whole evening up- AMAZING. Awesome waitress with great suggestions, um, guacamole that can only be described as "mmmmm" x...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After a long day of sightseeing in the City of Brotherly Love, dinner at El Vez was a welcome conclusion to an exhausting day. Why El Vez? It was two blocks from my hotel. Lucky for me. When I Yelped...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE EL VEZ...u want killer mehicano food? EL VEZu want tasty alcohol filled Sangria? EL VEZhow bout a photo booth or trickedout bike in the middle of a bar?ELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First things first: I'm writing this review primarily for the photobooth. I'm expanding my NYC list to the tri-state area (quad-state?). The photobooth is top-notch, with the long narrow b&w 4-strip...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food has really improved here over the years. What was of particular note on a recent trip (when we drank our dinner) was the bangin margaritas. Man, they were out of this world!
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stephen Star did it again with this Mexican restaurant. Love this place. The decor is very cool. The food is delicious and presentation is awesome. Guacamole made table side is a must have. You...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another Steve Star original, El Vez has everything a Philadelphia native would want in a Tex-Mex restaurant. El Vez has unique and original dishes, drinks, & decor that is excellent for a group...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here 3 times now. I really like this place. I love the Nacho Mama nachos -- very yummy. Got to love a plate of nachos where the cheese is fully melted through and through. Nothing annoys...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a total sucker for the ironic atmosphere. Great cocktails. Great guacamole. Totally overpriced.
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh El Vez. I'd had a few cocktails here, but never ventured in for dinner until the BF and I had a late show and needed a late dinner. You may be familiar with how I feel about needlessly pimped (and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my go-to places in Philly when I'm in town, and I've been here a dozen or so times over the past few years. There's always a good crowd and great energy here. If I'm with colleagues,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
ok...i cant really speak about the food cuz i only ate there once and only tasted the Bean Enchilada. it was alright. nothing SPECIAL but not bad....u kno? my Yeungling beer was GOOD tho!the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OK... the highlights of this place are: There is a pimped out bike spinning over the bar. The booths are really cool...velvet and vintage looking. They have one of those old school photo booths....
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A Steven Starr joint so expect the gimmicky food to be overpriced. Also like most steven starr places el vez has overpriced drinks that are so "fun" that girls have to try. In this case el vez also...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'll preface this by saying I'm from Los Angeles, so I'm overly judgemental of Eastcoast Mexican food. I mean, you wouldn't expect a guy from Miami to think Clevland's Cuban food was top notch. So as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
cant go wrong; nothing too special but nothing dissapointing....this is on my todo list to write a real review about...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to El Vez a few times and thought the food was just ok.....my brother choose to have his family birthday dinner there this past Sunday. I was not the happiest camper. I thought it was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hey, if you're feeling the need to lay down some serious bucks on nothing but atmosphere, then you're sure to love the tragic experience known as El Vez. Honey pie and I tried this joint out after...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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From the minute we walked in - we were greated with smiles. We sat in the middle of the room. It was a little dark, but enough light to read the menu and see the decor. The service was really good - Jack our...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Huh...what??? I can't hear you! The music in this place is so jacked up that its amazing they can even get your order. The food is so-so and the service is nice but honey please turn down your...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last night I had dinner with one of my girlfriends at El Vez... as usual, it didn't disappoint. Yes, the restaurant was packed even on a Tuesday... but we didn't find it so loud that we couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, Steven Starr. I only wish I was here to review you as a businessman, because if I was, you'd earn 5 stars across the board.But the problem is, I am not here to review your business tactics as a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun and bustling. Good Mexican food with a little extra flair than your average Tex Mex joint. Our waitress was very attentative. We had the tuna nachos, fish tacos, and some amazing chicken with a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got the opportunity to visit El Vez for dinner last night with some friends. It had been a while since some of us had seen each other, so this provided a perfect opportunity. We arrived a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best. guac. ever. this is the spot where my husband and i had dinner the day after getting married and we plan on making it a tradition to come back on every anniversary because it is addictive and we...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So after many friends have told me that El Vez is the place to go for some great "New Mexican" food, I decided to take my GF there after a day walking around Philly. I was excited because all I heard...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was in Philly for New Years Eve and went to this place the next night for dinner. It was a few blocks away from my hotel. When me and boyfriend entered we instantly knew we'd be waiting for a bit..It...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Super funky and fun! The bartenders were really nice. Reminds me of LA.
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Generally, I'm a fan of Stephen Starr's restaurants; Tangerine, Morimoto and Alma de Cuba have been exceptional experiences. El Vez, while still quite good, reminded me of the flaws that plague his...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, Stephen Starr restaurants can be overhyped, but I left this colorful one feeling pretty content:First of all, let's start with the decor. 1 for red Pee Wee Herman-ish bike with bling on full...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
blood orange margarita was a nice change and i think it lived up to the rep...however i wish i coulda had it on the rocks instead of frozen.i got a sea bass tacos and they were excellent and perfectly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i never thought too much about philadelphia cuisine until i tried this place for my friend's bday. the guacamole is amazing, the cook tries all kinds of innovations with it...such as putting...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We have been there a few times since this summer. But we have learned our lesson by now and should never think we can walk in there by chance to get a table. We have stopped by around 6pm for dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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the menu is creative & perhaps mexican inspired- but it's a far cry from authentic mexican food. my husband is from new mexico & we've taken numerous trips to the southwest and mexico where i've had better...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here a fair amount of times in college (when I had the cash) for drinks, and that hasn't changed since I've started making the medium-bucks after graduating. Surprisingly enough, in the 5 or 6...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would highly recommend this place for Summer Sips happy hour.. Great sangira, free yummy apps (its hard not to love something deep fried and free). Their guacamole is also quite tasty. So I was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there last night for the first time, and really enjoyed it. The blood orange margarita was delicious to start out and the classic guacamole was fantastic. The chips they serve it with were warm...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone said to try the blood orange margarita but I wasn't keen on it. That's probably my own fault since I don't care for frozen margaritas, just classic ones on the rocks.ANYWAY I find the food to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I stumbled on this place while visiting Philadelphia for work. All I can say is WOW!. Great atmosphere, and great food. I had the Chipotle Chicken Tacos, the tortilla soup and the Mexican Chopped...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have you ever seen El Vez, the Mexican Elvis? That is part of what inspired me to plan a dinner here. Ok, that and the Starr Restaurant quotient. Glad I did -- great menu (the kind where I had real...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to El Vez lots. I went there more than once the week it opened. I always wanted to like it more than I actually liked it. I like my Mexican food to be a little less mysterious and a little...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is by far one of my favorite restaurants in Philly. I've been there many times and every time I leave, I feel satisfied and full. The guacamole is absolutely amazing (you can't go wrong with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I ran into this place by accident. We were walking down the street and noticed a packed restaurant with a Mexican menu. I am not a big fan of Mexican food since in our area it is mostly...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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El Vez is a good spot to go with a big group of people, but your experience can depend on where you are seated. Try to get a spot in one of the round booths, those are the most intimate and easy to hear...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe it's just me but I was not impressed by the guacamole...I got the De La Hoya...it was just too limey! I really like lime but it drowned out all the other flavors. I also was not impressed with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
their mahi mahi tacos are so good. i want them now. the sea bass tacos are really good too with just a little bit of sweet potato puree on them. love the queso fundido with mushrooms and truffles....
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is where the young working crowd goes for a drink after work in downtown Philadelphia. The lounge/bar area was packed and loud on a Wednesday evening. It is a great casual and hip atmosphere....
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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Upon arriving & being seated, drinks were ordered. Once we received our drinks, one of the guests began drinking her sangria when she noticed a "insect" which city search will not allow me to name, about 3/4...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez get's a 4 star because it was a great place for New Years Eve. It was one of those woozy nights that I tipped way to much and my wife drank-to-sickness. Which leads me to the reason this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
An old friend treated us here for some late lunch goodies and ended up being more disappointed than satisfied. The appetizer was a good generous size and pretty yummy. It made us very excited about...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is nice to look at (and great on paper), but the delivery isn't there. The inside is wonderfully decorated and has a genuinely unique feel. Some of the food is really good (the tortilla soup...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummy....the guacamole is awesome!!! All of our entrees were excellent. Our service was great and the drinks are delicious. yay :)
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The drinks are yummy and pricey. The guacamole is pretty fantastic. I'm not a huge starr fan boy, but this is probably my favorite one. Its a little tough to get a seat some nights, so make a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is a visual, aural and gastronomic shock therapy session. I'm not 100% a fan of Stephen Starr, but I do like El Vez.I would give this place a fourth star if it weren't for the fact that it is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love El Vez despite the many negative reviews. It's definitely your typical Starr restaurant but I still enjoy going back. They have great guacamole, my favorite being the Cesar Chavez. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing guac, breathe-taking beverages, but the actual food, is mediocre and overpriced. The Blood orange margarita was amazing. A great balance of sweet and sour. I got a glass at first and then...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez gets 4 stars for the GUAC - not for the rest of the menu - which would get 3.The guacamole hear really is tasty - although if you've tried the guac at Xochitl - which is made tableside with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I did not have dinner here so I am rating this based on drinks and the guacamole. Actually came here while waiting for a seat at another restaurant. The ambiance is great- very lively w/ a great...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez has a fun, cool vibe - perfect for dinner with friends. Of course, the prices are more inflated than no frills Mexican food, but you're paying for the ambiance as well.The guacamole was tasty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best red sangria I have ever tasted. Seriously, it's like crack. Can someone please tell me what's in it? Pepper flakes? Red hots?Edited 9/11/08: I'm really trying to be all healthy these days...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The guac is probably the best thing at El Vez. We had the "Bazooka" Limon version, which inspired me to start using roasted tomatoes in my own guacamole. The goat cheese does not overwhelm the rest of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for lunch but I don't think the menu is drastically different from their dinner menu. I also didn't pay for it, which always improves the experience. We had the guacamole because I am a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They get 4 stars for the guac and sangria alone! HUGE chunks of avocado, lots of garlic, and it comes in this rocking stone bowl. The sangria is also really good, the margs are strong, and they have a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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I was looking forward to trying El Vez after hearing about their good guacamole & margaritas. We arrived at 9:30 on a Thursday & the place was prob 1/2 to 3/4 full - with lots of people at the bar and less...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is the first Starr restaurant I've truly been dissapointed in, in that the atmosphere does not make up (enough) for the misse with the menu & service. Though Starr hits a home run with the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Look, it's a fun place. It's not going to set any records in Zagat for fine dining. the bartender is wearing her tee shirt knotted so when she bends over you can see her splash pad on her lower back....
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Depends on what you come here for. If you want a few drinks and a nice atmosphere, I'd give this place 4 stars. It's fun and the bartenders are great. If you come for Mexican food, 2 stars. I know...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is fantastic! Go with a group and enjoy the food and service in a festive, laid-back atmosphere.Start with the quintessential Mexican restaurant appetizer - chips and dip! The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was totally skeptical of El Vez and all these other yelpers didn't calm my nerves. Tales of overpriced chips and crowded tables gave me pre- El Vez diarrhea, but I was pretty surprised when I went...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not a fan. Hate the whole enviroment. Not for me.
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for my first time last night and I thought it was pretty good. Nothing amazing but a good atmosphere and the food was good. Had the chipotle chicken tacos and they were good. They make several...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
overhyped, overpriced, but the drinks are good, and the guac is quite tasty.this year, i went for cinco de mayo (i'm a glutton for crowded-ness) and they had set up extra tables outside. it wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I kind of like El Vez. Yeah, it's often overcrowded, and the food is at times underwhelming, but it's a fun, festive atmosphere and the blood orange margarita and the chopped salad (pretty much the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Terrible. That, honestly, is the only word I can use to describe this place. I moved here from Los Angeles and have been in search of some worthy Mexican fare. This ain't it...I've been to Barclay...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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My friend and I really enjoyed dining here. It was a great vibe, really huge bar scene. We went around 10:00 and were seated promptly. The nachos mama's were amazing!!! A must try. They had a variety of food...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A 5 star / 1 star duality: you can have a great time here but it's a prickish establishment.
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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This has got to be my favorite place in the city (next to Continental Mid-Town), especially to hang with friends. The Guacamole and everything else I've tried is awesome, the decor is fun and uplifting, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Crab Guacamole! AWESOME!!!!Good food, great brunch, srsly. Nice attractive staff (that matters to some). Expensive. You pay for the kitchiness. Oh well. I'll go back. I had fun. Take pics in the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I took some out of town Yelp colleagues here for lunch today and was hoping and praying it would please our critical tastebuds and high service standards. Well, let's just say that they get a B- for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Way too pricey. Way.Guacamole was $12!? It comes in a huge bowl but really isn't that huge. It could fit in a much smaller bowl. The margaritas were strong which is always a plus in my book. But I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Coming from San Diego, I knew I'd never find a decent margarita much less good Mexican in Philly. This place charges RIDICULOUS prices for margaritas made primarily with Jose Cuervo Gold. For those...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This Starr restaurant has its signature unique decor and friendly and professional service. Not much else. The chips are really thick and hard. They were painful to eat so I just stopped when usually...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The guacamole is to die for but way expensiveTry the pomegranate margaritaI would recommend this place for drinks and light snacks
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the food is really good, and the drinks are delicious. i'd have to agree that it's a bit overpriced, but it's a stephen starr restaurant so duh.i consider this a special occasion place so it's fun to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Consistently delicious food. Friendly service. Superb margaritas. Far too expensive. Fun, lively atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent FoodGreat DrinksGood ServiceA bit pricey but that was expectedWe ordered the taco platter and the make your own tacos, I would go back anytime!
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Decent food, a little overpriced. The guacamole is by no means overrated. It's really that good.The Blood Orange Margarita is my favorite drink in the city. It's the PERFECT drink for a sultry summer...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Part of me is loath to review a Starr venture, but I'm sure I'll end up writing about them all before long so El Vez is as good a place as any to start. If you have yet to experience this place, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The special lobster tacos were amazing- so were the steak tacos too. Margaritas are good, but just go ahead and get a pitcher to save money. I'll definitely be back.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is ok. Food and drinks were alright, decor was festive and fun - gotta love the black and white photo booth. I may go back.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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My sister and I loved this place! The hostesses were very friendly, and our server, I believe her name was Susannah, was extremely pleasant and attentive. We ordered the guacamole, bass tacos, beef gorditas,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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Been here a few times. Although it can get a bit too loud at times, thats about the only drawback I can see. The Guacamole is fantastic and is offered in six or seven different, unique styles. Have had the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think the food was pretty good. I went here for a birthday and our group was pretty big. The service was good. The best thing about this place is how unique it is. It's pretty interesting.One...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the "dela hoya" gaucamole hit the spot, my garlic senses titalated. ordering two guacs white cheddar cheese dip few margaritas was just right for me and my cheap-o friends. ignoring the red...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, we all love and hate Starr restaurants. Previous reviewers complain that El Vez is all about frou-frou ambiance and not the food. They are dead wrong. El Vez is not only reasonably priced, but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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I went to El Vez with a friend on a Thursday night for drinks. We were told to wait at the bar by a few young, flighty hostesses even though there were at least ten tables open, many of which were for two...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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The place to see and been seen after work! Cute Mex-kitch atmosphere, huge red velvet booths, and a rotating bike behind the bar! Good fish tacos, great guacamole! And don't leave without having a...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm..Well, El Vez is a Starr production to be sure. I went for a business lunch in Starr fashion, the salad I got was huge and very delicious while the tacos were small and so-so. Service was fine...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Yelpers have got it right. Overpriced and overrated. I used to live near by, so I'd pass this place regularly. I'd laugh to myself as I swerved between the happy hour folks sprinkled over the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried to hit up every Starr restaurant when I lived in Philly but fell quite short because I was a student and couldn't afford places like Striped Bass. El Vez, though, I made it to twice, and both...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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We ate here on a Friday night. The place was packed and it was pretty loud. The service was great despite the big crowd. The food was very good. The guacamole is pricey but good. I had the chicken tacos and...
menupages.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
have been here 3 times.. more so because it's close to my brothers place rather than it being good mexican food..the decor is great and fun..especially the wall of dead dolls...and the photo booth and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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This is my first time posting. We've been to El Vez several times in the past few months and every time we've had excellent service including friendly attentive servers. Of course the margaritas are fabulous...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The good:Came to El Vez for late night drinks quite awhile ago and had a fun time. Their decor is dark and chic, and their bar is a riot (check out the spinning bike) - check out their communal sink...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As with all Stephen Starr restaurants, you go for the ambience versus the food. El Vez is another prime example of this fact. Good selection of Mexican and Latin American beers, as well as, a great...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like El Vez, mostly for the Blood Orange Margarita, their tortilla chips and guacamole. The entrees always leave a little something to be desired. I ordered a really salty Mexican Chopped Salad...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Stephen Starr--as usual, the interior decor does not disappoint. This is a seen and be seen type of place, so I wouldn't be coming for the food necessarily, which are expensive small portions.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've got to be the last person in Philadelphia to try El Vez, but I did a couple of Friday nights ago, with friends for happy hour and a seriously energetic winding down session.I'd forgotten that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2007
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The portions were ridiculously small. They were not your typical Mexican either. They start with a typically Mexican dish and change it in an interesting way with a good flavor but not enough. I left hungry....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Another beautiful Steven Starr masterpiece, this restaurant is the epitome of cool. I went here for lunch with a co-worker, and I was struck by its funky interior and cool wait staff. I ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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I agree that it is a bit expensive but most nice restaraunts in the city are and this is worth it. Interesting and unique atmosphere. The guac is awesom (sounds weird but i luv the goat cheese and pistachio)....
menupages.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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We went after work one day. The hostess was rude. The "manager" was even worse. I have noticed that, at the Starr restaurants, the staff acts like you are lucky to be in the restaurant (I haven't been to all...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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The food was decent but i thought it was overpriced. We got an appetizer dish that was three tacos for like 13$. It was really good but the tacos where the size of ritz crackers. If you want a good burrito i...
menupages.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, if not for the decor, my experience at El Vez would be completely forgettable. The service was sub-par - slow, didn't know seat positions at table when food arrived, etc., but more importantly,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't waste your time and money on this one. Not very good. moderately high prices for certainly under-par mexican food.My girlfriend and I got 4 dishes.Queso Fundito Con Carne- fairly good, the taste...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a collection of Tequila!I like it. I know it's SRO...I don't like SRO...but this ones alright. Never going to be my regular haunt. There are always too many people at the bar...but still they...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the fresh guac was delish!our blood orange margaritas were delish!sure, it's pricey, but what Starr restaurant isn't?a great place to go on a weeknight for some gnoshing and boozing.and with regard to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i started off my friends bachelorette party here, which having never been here before was a bit of a risk. but i think we were all pretty happy with the choice. we definitely were all happy with the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
For $24 I got a small fillet of red snapper topped with a fresca salsa over a crab meat, corn and garbonzo combo. It was alright but I wouldn't say it was worth the price, portion size or otherwise....
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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i never liked nachos until i ordered the macho nachos -- now i demand them once a week....great fun atmosphere, declicious affordable food, can get noisy & a bit one dimmensional -- great happy hour -- try the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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My wife and I just returned from dinner at El Vez. Before I go on let me say that I use and enjoy kosher and sea salt in all my cooking. If anything, I tend to err on the salty side. However, if I were to...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for lunch with a friend. Fun and enjoyable. fresh guacamole is an experience. Seafood tacos were cheesy, maybe a little shy on flavor, though. The wait staff was very attentive (and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This is the place to go for over-priced mexican food!I enjoy Steven Starr's places. I've been to all of them, but this one is not that great. I have been here multiple times, and have felt sick to my...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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Concierge at our hotel recommended this place. Being from California where we have phenomenal Mexican food, I thought this restaurant was pretty good. The house ...
gusto.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not the best Mexican, but as the Death Starr's go, awesome decor and clientle.The two reasons to go: 1) freshly made guacamole 2) grilled corn-on-the-cob with crema fresca and paprika on top.
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
El Vez is a total trip. If I had ever dropped acid I would assume it is something like the atmosphere of this Steven Starr restaurant. A gold-plated low-rider bike is rotating above the circular bar...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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Not what I expected but in a great way. The mahi tacos are out of this world. The guacamole being made to order adds to the experience of this fun yet serious food outlet of Stephen Starr's. Service could have...
menupages.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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I've had many good meals here, even though it seems El Vez thinks a little too highly of itself. Good food, pricey, but worth it, if you can put up with the atmosphere. However, I may not be returning there...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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The place is nice, tons of things to look at! The service was fair, not my idea of good service. The apps, were tasty, but "done up" up in a way that distracted from the taste. The Guac is good, not the best I...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from Southern CA. I speak Spanish. Please don't call this Mexican. Okay, okay, the guacamole is good. But good guacamole is a prerequisite for good Mexican where I come from. The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The staff takes good care of you. Some innovative mexican dishes (truffle oil, single serve guac and chips). The guac is super fresh and quenching, but not a heavy guac. And their margs are some of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2006
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Although our server seemed to roam in her own world (at least she smiled when she made it to our table), the food and fun made up- and this was seated on the sidewalk. The inner decor is near whimsical- but...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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It was an ok restaurant. It's surely average though because I don't think you can do too much fusion to mexican food as to let say French/Chinese or Cuban cuisines or make it hype. The service was good, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for some great mexican food, look no further than El Vez. This Stephen Starr restaurant is a great place to socialize with friends or go on a date. The atmosphere is pretty cool and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was in Philly for business and a friend who went to Penn insisted that I check this place out. I'm not much for Mexican but the freshly made guac and 3 different kinds of enchiladas were fantastic....
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard about this place and Starr's other restaurants, but I was very disappointed by El Vez. The food tasted like anything you could get at Chi Chi's but cost 3 times as much. The drinks were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great atmosphere! Very lively and fun. The speciality drinks are very tasty and the the food is quite good. We had the duck confit appetizer which was good and I had the mahi mahi tacos which were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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El Vez had great food and service. The guacamole and chips were top-notch, obviously freshly prepared. The margaritas and tacos that we shared were very good also, all with large portions. Though the music was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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First of all, this was the most fun I've ever had with family and friends! We came for my birthday and recieved fast, wonderful, friendly service complete with some of the best drinks I've ever had! *Try the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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Ambiance: Very Cool, hip, young, upscale, and fun. Dress code: college student to designer labels. Outdoor Seating: Yes Menu: Updated Mexican Company Policy: Tables reserved for entree diners only. So if you...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
nice spot.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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We stop by here fairly often to have a drink and get some food. The guacamole is amazing and the El Vex dessert is incredible. Love the bike rotating behind the bar and the bathrooms are cool.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2006
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I would not recommend eating here if you are hungry. The portions are small and the prices are relatively high for what you get. The food is average. Certainly not the best mexican food in Philly. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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I have been to El Vez several times with friends. First, leave impatience at the door. If you want to enjoy yourself here, you must be willing to endure the long wait, loud music and packed bar. But, once you...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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The food here is great and so is the ambience. The service is very good. The entree portions are perfect especially after the wonderful appetizers. The chips and guacamole are house made. I loved the Golden...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
im a huge fan of el vez. great food, fun bar, old B&W photo booth for crazy pictures with friends / dates, and awesome dessert.i recommend the fish tacos, el vez dessert, and 3 salsa nachos.definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2006
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Yes, there is a wait. It was unclear if they take reservations because online they said no but to get seating inside, reservations were required?!?!? We got a margarita and that made the wait bearable. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2006
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Guacamole is to die for. Other than that….pricey and not worth it. The atmosphere is very crowded and large, even during the off hours on a Saturday afternoon. Small glasses for soda and water and a l...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not my favorite of the Starr joints I've sampled. Admittedly, the fact that I recently spent 6 weeks touring Mexico colors my opinion a little (e.g., white-flour tortillas are SO Taco Bell), but I do...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Loved this restaurant!! Unique decor, attentive staff, great crowd! The menu selection is great and offers something for every palette. The Mojo Grilled Shrimp and Enchilada Mixtas were two dishes I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2006
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We finally got to this "hot" place. Mistake #1 was going on a Saturday night with another couple. No reservation and a two hour wait. No way that we would have waited, but the other couple seemed intent on it....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2006
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I can only recommend the guacamole that is made at your table. Obviously, the guac does not come out of a can and is excellent.If you want heavy, greasy, and over-priced pseudo-Mexican food, then ...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/15/2005
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Not even the margaritas are goood here. And, they'll hold you in the bar forever even though there are lots of tables open (seriously, I counted 5 that we open for the hour that they forced us to spend in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2005
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All thumbs up on this place. Friendly (though a little green) servers; delicious appetizers. The tortilla soup is a real Starr on the menu. Main courses are great, too. My dining companion and I did a tapas...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best Mexican restaurants in Philly hands down. Although it's not traditional Mexican they do a great job of cooking up innovative new takes on the classics such as crab and lobster tacos...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2005
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El Vez is a fun place to go - really, any place with a motorcycle must be cool. But, the food is merely okay and very pricey. Four tacos are close to $20. And the liquor, especially the tempting f...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Stephen Starr place is a real find. It's special enough to be a go-to destination, but situated in just the right spot and laid-back enough to be a neighborhood hangout. I love the fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2005
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We have been to El Vez four times with very different groups. We love it because it's very easy to enter and navigate with a stroller (very difficult in many places in Philadelphia). The food is goo...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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Most food at El Vez is great, particularly the guacamole, crabmeat salsa (almost like ceviche), snapper and mahi mahi soft tacos. Carne asada is so-so as are the crab enchiladas. The El Vez dessert is fair....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2005
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The food here is simply delicious from the fresh tortilla chips and piquant salsa and fresh guacamole to the zesty, well-prepared entrees. The salsas are especially good. I've usually had fish and I've yet to...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
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I love El Vez! I have been there twice! The tuna tostadas are a MUST TRY! So is the home-made guac--worth the $12!! The special drink menu is amazing--try it! And the sangria is great! The salmon entree is...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2005
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Big glass facade with views outside and the huge circular bar are just a few of the features that makes El Vez fun to go with a crowd. The food we ordered was NOT family-style at all: small portions, but very...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2004
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The pomegranate margarita was pretty good, as was the guacamole and the snack mix. However, the classic mexican dishes such as the queso and chorizo dish are found much better elsewhere and for much much less....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2004
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As I had a 40 minute wait for my guests I made myself at home at the bar. Initially I had some concern when I surveyed the menu,which seemed limited, and sipped on a below average but pricey margarita.When...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2004
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The atmosphere was great. The drink menu was interesting and we tried a few different ones. We thought $12 was a bit much for guac made with 1 1/2 avocados. We opted for the queso fundido (really good!)...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2004
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El Vez is one of my favorite new restaurants in Philadelphia. It has incredible food and ambiance. The servers take time to make sure you enjoy the experience. The fish tacos are out of this word.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2004
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This new Stephen Starr restaurant is definitely "flamboyant". I felt like I was in Las Vegas. The huge bar with a glitzy bicycle high atop in the middle was packed with a 30 something crowd. Our waitress was...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2004
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The only part I enjoyed about this place was sitting at the bar waiting to be seated. El Vez has a nice, trendy bar with some pretty good margaritas. However, that was it. The food portions were small and not...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2004
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The food here was extremely fresh and creative - the crab salsa is to die for as well as the freshly made guacamole. The spiced sangria was really different (but good). I would recommend just about everything...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2004
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First strike was our hostess who literally didn't look up to greet us, let alone feign a smile when she sat us. Not exactly a warm reception for a new restaurant that is trying to pull off a "warm and fuzzy"...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2003
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Okay, so the first two weeks aren't the bet time to judge a place. My experiences though were mixed. The service was SLOOOOWWW. The food was top notch and not too pricey, esp for a Starr joint. the drinks were...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2003
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fun mexican joint that does it starr-style...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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food was average and very overpriced. service was substandard. my son was charged $2.25 for a 6-8 oz......
tripadvisor.com - user review
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stephen starris latest foray into dinner-cum-theater is a fantasia mexicana with wild decor including a gold-plated low rider (a tribute to elvis---el vez get it?). the music blares, the bar scene is layer...
gayot.com - user review
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a contemporary mexican restaurant, el vez offers many unique items such as maha-mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and adobo rack of lamb. enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with...
opentable.com - user review
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A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and adobo rack of lamb. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with...
opentable.com - user review
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