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El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar, Edmonton, AB

El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar

4.2
4.2
449 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
ABOUT EL CORTEZ
LOCATED JUST OFF WHYTE AVENUE, EL CORTEZ MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR IS A CREATIVE COMBINATION OF ARRESTING DÉCOR, CULINARY ARTS, FINE TEQUILA AND CRAFT COCKTAILS.

El Cortez specializes in traditional Latin food with a modern twist, tantalizing tequilas and delicious cocktails. Our thoughtfully curated menu encompasses everything from tapas, to entrees, to gourmet street food & tacos, to nuevo latino fusion dishes.

We are one of only 9 establishments in the world certified by the Consejo Regulador del Tequila (The Tequila Regulatory Council).

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Dessert, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue 4:00 pm–2:00 am Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (780) 760-0200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate groups from 2-100 people. Catering, craft cocktails, beer and wine, over 130 tequilas + most other spirits available. Upstairs offers a state of the art projection screen and sound system.Additionally, we have a beautiful private room in the basement that's been designed to look like a tequila cellar and can host up to 80 people. It's perfect for corporate mixers, parties, and small wedding receptions.
  • Private party contact
    cressida@elcortezcantina.com : (780) 887-2469
  • Area
    Edmonton
  • Cross Street
    83 Ave NW
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of parking at the meters along the North side of the building and on the street. Additionally there are approx 40 meters available across Gateway Boulevard with a large paid lot beside them.
  • Entertainment
    We host occasional live "secret" shows from time to time in our tequila cellar basement party room. Please check frequently on our social media pages for details. Since August 2014 we've hosted the following artists: Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk, Lindi Ortega, Matt Mays, Tiga, Shawn Hook and others.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

449 Reviews
  1. SeanN

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The foods are freaking amazing!!! Definitely worth a visit!!!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 March 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was alright: revised menu led to mixed feelings. Brussel sprouts were a hit with everyone though. Cocktails were great, but as it got busy service got slower and slower. We were told as soon as we walked in that we had to leave in 2h because of another reservation; it came across as very poor service to a planned reservation.

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  3. Lovefood

    Calgary

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 5 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Every time we go up to Edmonton from Calgary we pass this restaurant and it has intrigued me with its very bright sign. This time I did make reservations for my sons birthday. Food was amazing, the service was just fine. The only thing was the music was a little on the loud side and we really had to talk very loud to one another to be heard. Other than that will definitely go again.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was amazing! We went in to check out the new menu. Everything we tried was delicious! Can’t wait to go back!

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  5. Gina

    VIP

    Calgary

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 March 2020

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    No comments. Not enjoyable. Will not return again.

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  6. BlaiseF

    VIP

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 March 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Lack of service. The new menu items were a disappointment and not appropriately priced

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  7. dina74

    Edmonton

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Delicious eats!

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  8. DwayneO

    VIP

    Edmonton

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 1 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly service.except didnt like the part where hostess told us our table was booked after us and and we had 90 minutes to enjoy our appetizer and dinner.seemed rushed on a Saturday night where we wanted to go out and enjoy the evening. Other than that great place.

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  9. JessP

    VIP

    Edmonton

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 29 February 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Will be back. Pricey, but awesome.

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  10. LizM

    Edmonton

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 23 February 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tacos were amazing and the margaritas were even better! Our server was attentive, pleasant and quick...even though the place was packed and she was super busy.

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El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 449 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar

8230 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, AB T6E 4B2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    83 Ave NW
  • Area
    Edmonton
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue 4:00 pm–2:00 am Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Dessert, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of parking at the meters along the North side of the building and on the street. Additionally there are approx 40 meters available across Gateway Boulevard with a large paid lot beside them.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We host occasional live "secret" shows from time to time in our tequila cellar basement party room. Please check frequently on our social media pages for details. Since August 2014 we've hosted the following artists: Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk, Lindi Ortega, Matt Mays, Tiga, Shawn Hook and others.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (780) 760-0200
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate groups from 2-100 people. Catering, craft cocktails, beer and wine, over 130 tequilas + most other spirits available. Upstairs offers a state of the art projection screen and sound system.Additionally, we have a beautiful private room in the basement that's been designed to look like a tequila cellar and can host up to 80 people. It's perfect for corporate mixers, parties, and small wedding receptions.
  • Private party contact
    cressida@elcortezcantina.com : (780) 887-2469
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