El Palenque Mexican Restaurant

About

Mexican

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    3.5 stars

Location

Adress: 715 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93458

Phone: (805) 928-2343

Work Hours

Mon 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Tue 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Wed 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Thu 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am-10:00 pm
Sun 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    100 out of 100
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    Takes Reservations
    Yes
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    No
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    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
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    Caters
    Yes
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    Gender Neutral Restrooms
    Yes

Reviews

  • Richard B.

    star star star star star 17 June 2026

    I have lived 6 decades in Cali and we tend to love basic strip mall Mexican over chains.  Hole in the walls like this joint that makes Mexican food with love.  The portions are the size of hubcaps.  The food deliciously rendered, plated and served.  Basic, but delivered in a 5 Star manner. Clean.  Attentive wait staff.

  • Chuy A.

    star star star star star 14 June 2026

    The meat was so juicy. Everything tasted so fresh. The food arrived very quickly. There were multiple hostess coming in checking up on customers consistently. Super friendly staff. 100% recommend.

  • Ashley R.

    star star star star star 11 June 2026

    Service is always so good here. The owner is so sweet came to our table to make sure we enjoyed our food and service.the food was amazing!! I didn't even make a dent on that burrito it was so huge but so flavorful.

  • Jessica L.

    star star_border star_border star_border star_border 7 June 2026

    First time coming in was great ! Second time I came in August 1st , the waitress asked us if we were ready to order or needed a few more minutes we had said we needed a few more minutes after she came back I was asking her a few questions on the food from the menu and her phone started ringing she pulls it out and answers while I'm talking to her which is VERY RUDE ! My husband paid in cash and asked for a receipt the waitress told my husband they don't give out receipt !!!

  • Betsy S.

    star star star star star 21 May 2026

    My daughter and I always love coming here to eat. Everyone is so sweet and super friendly. They always come a check on us to see if we need anything. The food is delicious and very satisfying.

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