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Welcome To El Rey Del Grill
Since 1996, El Rey Del Grill has proudly opened its doors in the heart of Little Mexico at 4535 Maple Ave in Dallas. Founded by Eve and Ray Castaneda, the restaurant was built on a love for travel and a passion for serving traditional food in a simple, authentic way. What began as a dream quickly became a gathering place where customers turned into friends and friends became family. Today, the story continues to be written one plate at a time.
Taste and Flavor That Feels Like Home
At El Rey Del Grill, every dish is a journey crafted with care, tradition, and a touch of love. From the moment it touches your taste buds, you’ll experience bold, authentic flavors that celebrate Mexico’s rich culinary heritage. Every plate tells a story, combining the warmth of home-cooked meals with the excitement of flavors discovered through travel. At El Rey Del Grill, taste isn’t just something you enjoy it’s something you remember.
Order From Our Website
Craving the authentic flavors of El Rey Del Grill from the comfort of your home? Ordering is quick, easy, and just a click away! Enjoy your favorite dishes, crafted with love and tradition, delivered fresh and ready to savor. Bring the taste of Mexico straight to your table today.
A Feast For The Eyes
Step into a visual celebration of Mexico’s rich flavors. Each photo captures the vibrant colors and delicious details of our handcrafted dishes.
Bring El Rey Del Grill To Your Next Event
Celebrate any occasion with the bold, authentic flavors of El Rey Del Grill. From intimate gatherings to large parties, our catering brings the taste of Mexico and the warmth of home right to your table making every event memorable.
Celebrate Life’s Special Moments With Us
From birthdays and anniversaries to corporate gatherings and family reunions, El Rey Del Grill is the perfect place to host your next event. Our vibrant atmosphere, authentic flavors, and warm hospitality create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively celebration, our team is here to make every detail seamless and memorable. Let’s turn your special occasion into a celebration filled with flavor, tradition, and joy.
Been coming here for years. The food is always hot and fresh. Customer service is amazing. The drinks at the bar are also great. All around 5 stars
This is in my top 3 places to eat around this area. I work nearby and always bring my co-workers and business partners. They love the spot and most of all they all have loved the authentic home style Mexican food. Angel stamp of approval. Awesome customer service! Family owned family ran.
Great food, great drinks 🍸 The 2 pc chicken combo is what I normally get but I've been craving tacos and these tacos are good 🌮
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We’re known for Mexican street tacos, birria, chicken, fajitas, and enchiladas, served alongside comforting soups in Dallas’s Medical District.
- Mexican Food: Mexican favorites range from street tacos and sauced enchiladas to birria, grilled meat platters, and comforting soups. Examples include Street Tacos, Enchiladas Mole, Birria Plate, Parrillada, and Caldo De Res.
- Latin American Food: Hearty plates feature cochinita pibil, barbacoa, and pork stew alongside tortilla-based favorites and tres leches cake. Examples include Cochinita Pibil Plate, Barbacoa Plate, Guiso De Puerco ROJO, Huarache, and PASTEL 3 LECHES.
- Chicken: Chicken comes in individual cuts, whole birds, piece combos, fajita plates, and soups, with tortilla, salsa, or side options. Examples include Breast/Pechuga, 1 POLLO, 2 PIEZAS CON PAPAS FRITAS, Pollo Solo Salsa y Tortillas, CHICKEN FAJITA PLATE, and CALDO DE POLLO LG.
- Drinks: Refreshments include horchata, hibiscus drinks, lemonade, sweet and unsweetened tea, sodas, and bottled water. Examples include HORCHATA, JAMAICA, LIMONADA, SWEET TEA, SODA LATA, and BOTELLA AGUA.
- Soups: Comforting bowls include beef and chicken broths, tortilla soup, menudo, and caldo tlalpeño, with medium and large sizes for several soups. Examples include Caldo De Res, CALDO DE POLLO MED, TORTILLA SOUP LG, MENUDO, CALDO TLALPEÑO LG, and Consome.
Additionally, explore Fajitas, Desserts, Birria, Enchiladas, Quesadillas, Steak, Tea, Tacos, Burritos, Tortas, and Tostadas.
What meals do you serve?
We serve Lunch
Where are you located?
We are located in Dallas, TX at 4535 Maple Avenue
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Highland Park, University Park, Dallas, Irving, Turtle Creek, Design District, Uptown, Knox Park, Elm Thicket, Victory Park, Los Altos, Oak Lawn, Perry Heights, Love Field, Meaders, Rawlins, Arlington Park, City Center District, Cockrell Hill, and West Village.
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