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El Vez, Philadelphia, PA

El Vez

4.7
4.7
6982 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 times today
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
  • Good for groups
A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 928-9800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Conn
  • Catering
    With delectable cuisine and stellar service, Stephen STARR Events brings the experiences of the wildly successful STARR Restaurants to the world of catering. “Re-inventing” the traditional event, Stephen STARR Events prepares unique chef-driven creations as well as signature selections from the restaurants with menus tailored to each client. For more information on full-service catering for small and large private, social and corporate functions, as well as, quick-service options, please contact Stephen STARR Events at (215) 923-2675.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact the restaurant for more information.
  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    Sansom
  • Parking details
    Garage parking available on Sansom Street between 11th & 12th Streets. No Valet is available.
  • Public transit
    Broad Street Line - Walnut Locust Station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 6,982 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Vez in Philadelphia is a vibrant hotspot celebrated for its "best guacamole" and "amazing margaritas." Regulars love the lively atmosphere and consistently "amazing" food, with dishes like mahi mahi tacos and birria tacos receiving high praise. Despite occasional noise complaints, El Vez remains a beloved choice for fun group outings.

6,982 Reviews
  1. Ayana

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!! Food, service and value! We were in Philly for a conference and enjoyed our experience.

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  2. Ron

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. Server couldn’t have been better!!

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  3. Megan

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 never disappoints. Service, food, drinks, energy, and atmosphere all the most you could ask for. 👏🏻👏🏻

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  4. Donna

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great.

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  5. Andrew

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very loud. Weird table and chairs that made hard to connect & hear my date as he was talking. Service was excellent. Waitress was fun and interactive. Food was AMAZING!!! Taco sampler is a 13/10 would recommend. Overall five stars because the restaurant cannot control how loud humans are. Might have been better if in a both. I will absolutely go again with friends because the food was sensational. But the table and chairs felt awkward. Almost as if they intentionally are meant to keep you as far away from the table and other person as possible.

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  6. Diana

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from host, to service, to food was absolutely fabulous!! Super accommodating!!

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  7. John

    Philadelphia

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and cocktails as always. Quesadilla was great as was Salad, however salad has shrunken considerably compared to previously. Great service and delicious dessert.

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  8. Amy

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! Thank you for a wonderful first experience at El Vez.

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  9. ByoBrunette

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little quiet and maybe half full restaurant - probably because the Mets were in town to play the Phillies. Fabulous drinks and server, always delicious.

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  10. Stacie

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    El Vez is always a good time! The Margaritas are amazing and the food is always delish!!! Good atmosphere to celebrate any special occasion!!

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FAQs

El Vez offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 928-9800.

El Vez is rated 4.7 stars by 6982 OpenTable diners.

El Vez does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 98 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Vez

121 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sansom
  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Garage parking available on Sansom Street between 11th & 12th Streets. No Valet is available.
  • Public transit
    Broad Street Line - Walnut Locust Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Conn
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 928-9800
  • Catering
    With delectable cuisine and stellar service, Stephen STARR Events brings the experiences of the wildly successful STARR Restaurants to the world of catering. “Re-inventing” the traditional event, Stephen STARR Events prepares unique chef-driven creations as well as signature selections from the restaurants with menus tailored to each client. For more information on full-service catering for small and large private, social and corporate functions, as well as, quick-service options, please contact Stephen STARR Events at (215) 923-2675.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact the restaurant for more information.
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