El Mercado Cocina Mexicana

(214) 742-1740

920 S Pearl Street (Dallas Farmers Market)
Dallas, TX 75201 32.7781 -96.7896

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Neighborhood: Historic District

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Hours:

Mon-Fri 8am-3 pm

Sat, Sun 8am-5pm

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Price:

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El Mercado Cocina Mexicana

El Mercado Cocina Mexicana

What People Are Saying About El Mercado Cocina Mexicana

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In Short – Farm workers and white-collar downtown denizens mingle in this nest of Mexican tiles, brightly painted walls and serape curtains. The food is as authentic as the decor, sticking to such classics as enchiladas, tortilla soup and fajitas. More adventurous types should go for the camarones a la diabla, jumbo shrimp sauteed in a tangy concoction of hot peppers and herbs.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/12/09

Great Food

by Nannie at Citysearch

Been going to this little resturant for several years. When I go to the farmer market i always eat there. Great mexican food and great on the budget.

3 Star Rating: Average

07/09/09

fish tacos are to die for

by SierraK at Citysearch

The tacos are fresh and burritos beat anything you ever had. The salsa should be sold in jars.

  • Pros: delicious tacos
  • Cons: no rock music lol
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/07/08

Great Food, Low Price, Wonderful Time

by MutidNoyze at Citysearch

You're greeted at the door when you enter. (At this point, if you?re looking to eat outside, you need to let them know or they will seat you inside) Once you?re seated you?re brought homemade chips and fresh salsa in a serving container with individual bowls for everyone at the table (so you don?t have to worry about those double dippers that you may be sitting with) Inside is decorated with a tradition Mexican look. Outside you have the pigeons walking around hoping you?ll spare them a chip or two! You can always order a Bud Light or a Mexican Cerveza of your choice (I prefer Sol with lime). Your food is served rather quickly; I?ve tried most of the menu and I haven?t found anything I don?t like! My wife always has tortilla soup; she absolutely loves it! Once you finish your meal, I highly recommend that you try out the Flan. When it?s all said and done, your check is brought to you, you realize ?I had a really great time for a low, low price.?

  • Pros: Amazing service, Ice cold beer, flavorful food, very low price. What more could you want?
  • Cons: I had to ask for more cheese for my fajitas.

The Details on El Mercado Cocina Mexicana

When to Go:

Saturdays are perfect for enjoying a margarita outdoors and watching the farmers' market foot traffic go by.

What to Drink:

Pending the liquor license, there's no alcohol, but weekend patrons may enjoy a margarita on the house.

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

People Watching, Family-Friendly Dining, B.Y.O.B., Outdoor Dining, Hidden Find

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Mexican

Smoking Permitted:

No

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