EL NOPAL MEXICAN RESTAURANT DIXIE IN SHIVELY

Mexican Restaurant $$ 4.2 (1471)


El Nopal Mexican Restaurant on Dixie in Shively generally offers a good dining experience characterized by a cozy atmosphere and largely authentic Mexican dishes. While many customers praise the quality of the food, service tends to be inconsistent, with some expressing dissatisfaction with their waitstaff experiences.

Overall:

4.5

(1188 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.1

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

3.9


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (502) 785-4090

Address: 4414 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Watching Sports

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" I stopped by El Nopal because I had heard good things. The carne asada taco was delicious! It came with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, which made it all the better. The ambiance of the restaurant was great, casual with a touch of vibrancy. I will definitely make this part of my regular dining spots. " (*Curated Review*)

" I usually try, but this time I opted for takeout. Unfortunately, my order was missing items, and when I called the restaurant, I felt brushed off. The food quality was average compared to my past experiences dining in-house, which is disappointing. I hope this was just a one-time issue, but it makes me hesitant to return. " (*Curated Review*)

" Let me just say the portion sizes at El Nopal are huge! I ordered the shrimp burrito, and it could have easily fed two. The flavor was on point, and my server was super friendly. Definitely coming back! " (*Curated Review*)

" I'm always excited to eat at El Nopal! The tamales are always served nice and hot, and they’ve got the perfect amount of spice. The margaritas are excellent as well. The only downside is the occasional long wait for a table, but it's worth it for the food! " (*Curated Review*)

" I think this is an average place overall. The food was decent, but it didn’t really excite me. The service was just okay, nothing special. The bright side is that it was clean and well-kept. I wouldn't mind coming back if someone else chooses it, but I wouldn’t choose it on my own. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (1178)

" Great spot for a casual dinner, but my last experience was a bit underwhelming. The portions were smaller than I'd remembered, and the service was okay but not very attentive. I want to give them another chance because I love their salsa! " (*Curated Review*)

" Brought the family for dinner, and it was a great experience! The kids loved the nachos, and I enjoyed the shrimp fajitas. The portions were really generous, and we had a fun time sharing. Our server was friendly, but the wait for our entrees was a tad long. Still, we'll be coming back, no doubt! " (*Curated Review*)

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