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Austin Tex Mex Restaurant with Patio, and Bar - El Chile Cafe Manor, Austin, TX

El Chile Cafe Manor

4.4
4.4
406 Reviews
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
Welcome to El Chile. El Chile Cafe y Cantina offers a combination of Tex-Mex and Interior Mexican cuisine. We will hold all reservations for 10 minutes past reserved time. We run seasonal specials and launching a great new brunch menu for the weekends! Come sit at our bar to enjoy a game or just relax having some of our great drinks options we offer! We do apologize, but our patio is not pet friendly. Service animals are welcome. We appreciate your patronage.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Tex-Mex

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (512) 457-9900

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Giovanny Gonzalez

  • Catering

    Inquire with us for your next party, wedding, or corporate event. Contact us at info@elchilecafe.com

  • Neighborhood

    Central Austin

  • Cross street

    Chicon and Lafayette

  • Parking details

    Side lots are unavailable for lunch M-F. Additional parking is across the street.

  • Additional

    Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 406 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. DenB

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood texmex joint. Awesome drinks and good eats.
  2. SusanB

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Food was delivered without all ingredients listed on the menu, and the breakfast potatoes weren't warm at all. They made it right. Also had to send back the Bloody Mary that was way too spicy.
  3. SaraS

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The wait staff was outstanding, so accommodating and attentive, I really appreciate the care.
  4. Claire2096

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great brunch spot. Server was new, but still great… she asked questions when she didn’t know., Which I appreciated. Her sevice was good. Overall I’d go back. Blueberry pancakes were so good
  5. MandiraV

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. The waiter was really nice and I really enjoyed the agua fresca.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    It was mothers day so a little crazy. We had a good time. Food is tasty
  7. AllyJ

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service2ambience2
    I reserved an outdoor table for 5, when we showed up they didn't have a 5-person table available outside so we sat around a 4 person table with 1 person on the corner. The waiter did not know the menu at all and so we had to repeat our order over and over while he stood confused. My silverware was dirty with full chunks of food dried to the fork. It was not busy and felt frustrating that they advertised Mother's Day Brunch and then we went and had a poor experience when it felt like other parties that didn't have reservations had better outcomes. Won't spend another occasion here.
  8. sanbornjo

    Austin

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    It was good, but nothing outstanding. The classic margs tasted "watered down." The poblano pollo was fine, but not enough seasoning - which is rare in Mexican restaurants. The queso was good, but the fried tortilla chips we were excited about were slightly less crisp than they should have been - prob from the humidity. The bathrooms were messy -- TP on the floor in several areas. Just no one paying attention it appeared.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, very nice. I love tacos and tacos that like tacos.
  10. Raoul

    San Antonio

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    A bit of a wait with a reservation but friendly staff. Guacamole was great though pricey. Salmon and pineapple ceviche was meh, need something acid to bring some zing.
  11. 1234

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Held a team dinner of 8 people inside noise level was really loud, food was fantastic, people did enjoy themselves. Thank you for the amazing and traditional food.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    Returned to El Chile after awhile away. It’s not as great as it once was at the original location. The food is decent but the drinks were rushed and unbalanced in flavor. Not sure I’ll be returning.
  13. MeghanM

    Austin

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I enjoy this spot. Food is consistently good. Salsa with the chips is great, nice and spicy. This time I got the vegetarian relleno. It was ok, not my favorite dish as it is just stuffed with cheese and spinach but I still enjoyed it. Would have liked more vegetables or beans inside to give it a bit more to it. Sauces on top are awesome. It is filling too! Next time would just select something different. Husband got the pollo poblano and enjoyed it. Just a great date spot that’s not overly expensive or fancy but still is a fun vibe.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Service is so bad, who cares about the food. Management equally as casual. It was like watching a group of high school kids pretend they were operating a restaurant.
  15. JolayneF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic experience-the food was delicious and our server took great care of us.
  16. Dino

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great indoor and patio options. Wonderful food with offerings not found elsewhere. Adequate free parking unlike too many other places in Austin. A short drive to UT campus.
  17. Lunch1

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    Good experience. A bit slow and very noisy at lunch time
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great had a wonderful birthday celebration
  19. rudyd

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All was well
  20. JamieR

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great spot! They make their own chips and the queso with poblanos and onions was delicious. I loved the pork relleno. My wife's arbol grilled shrimp was even better.
  21. SCALRA

    Austin

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Queso fundido is one the best in town. Don’t forget to finish off the jugo that’s left in the pan - super rich and tasty. Top shelf margarita on the rocks (The Perfecto I think) was drowned out by lime juice - couldn’t drink it. A splash of agave is all it needed to be truly perfecto.
  22. MovingOut

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our family meal there very much. Tasty food and good drinks.
  23. MPDALE

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our wait person was on her 2nd day working for El Chile. She was very professional and oh so very friendly. We'll likely ask for her next time.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was great. Very friendly. Engaged in conversation. Knowledgeable about the menu. Food was excellent. Margaritas were fabulous. Overall a very pleasant dining experience.
  25. Rick

    Austin

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I love this place.....our go to when heading to UT events or Bass Concert Hall.
  26. DaxR

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Menu was interesting. Tried two unique dishes but were disappointed. Way too salty. May give it another try and go for enchiladas or tacos next time.
  27. McLa

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Good food and cocktails, they were just sadly out of a lot: large tortillas, black beans and beef, which seemed pretty wild for a Mexican restaurant.
  28. brandonr

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    I’ve had one of the poorest experiences you can have at a place. I call the day before to see if you could order off the main menu during brunch in which I was informed yes. Once I get seated we’re handed brunch menus only, in which I ask the waiter to get a regular menu and the waiter tells me “no it’s only brunch menu until 3pm” It’s 2:30pm, I inform him I called ahead and was advised otherwise and the response was “not sure who told you that”, which was a bit rude. So now it’s 30 minutes until 3pm and I’m not in a mood for eggs. So I ordered guacamole and chips and departed. No attempts to make a Situation right, and zero exceptions where made. I was so excited to try this place and unfortunately the service itself left a horrible taste in my mouth. Most if not all places allow you to order off the main menu during brunch. This place did not advertise brunch menu only etc..
  29. TamaraN

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great, fresh ingredients and try the unique cactus taco. My margarita was a little watery tasting but definitely strong. Nice outdoor patio.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Staffing seems to be a problem everywhere. No separate fryer for seafood/shellfish limited options for companion, e.g. tortilla chips.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The manager was incredibly RUDE, but everything else was lovely.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food was excellent and service was great. I can not wait to go again!
  33. lisaS

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Queso with peppers and o iond now has American Cheese - we miss the true queso. Chilitini - miss the old glass with tahini around the entire ri
  34. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great drinks and service, would go back. Delicious food as well.
  35. kylet

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Would love to come back again as El Chile was one of our favorites, especially when it was still Yuyo. Friday nights have been a little below average on the food quality/taste - I’m sure it’s tough to manage the increased traffic from UT/Moody, but I also had El Chilito down the road recently for breakfast and it was great! Looking forward to giving it another shot soon.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Our waiter couldn’t have cared less about being there. He appeared to be put off when we asked about an ingredient in one of the dishes. He’d walk by table and ask if they needed anything but would keep walking and not pause if answers. Also, olives would be nice to have to garnish the Mexican martinis with.
  37. SeanV

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    Food came out no lie less than five minutes after ordering. Ice cold.
  38. DeniseV

    Exclusive

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Went with a group of 10 people for a bday party. Service was great and staff was attentive until the end (we were there from 2-4), not sure why our table was not completely cleared at the end of our meal? Maybe short staffed? But food and drinks came out quickly-so no complaint. I ordered the pollo pablano and marginal at best, sauce lacked flavor and the chicken breast was seasoned when it was put on the grill so all I could taste was the grilling. Also was warm and slightly cold. So, really a “meh” sort of dish considering it was a specialty dish and compared to what others ordered-ie puffy tacos, posole looked good. And I have definitely had better margaritas. The frozen sangria/regular mix was too sweet and their rocks wasn’t sweet enough.
  39. JessicaC

    Austin

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    First time here and will for sure be back. Our server was great and the food was delicious.
  40. CathyM

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good and the service was excellent!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from El Chile Cafe Manor using the Order Online button. El Chile Cafe Manor also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. El Chile Cafe Manor also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 457-9900.

El Chile Cafe Manor is rated 4.4 stars by 406 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today
Google Map for El Chile Cafe Manor

1809 Manor Road, Austin, TX 78722

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Chicon and Lafayette

  • Neighborhood

    Central Austin

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Tex-Mex

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Side lots are unavailable for lunch M-F. Additional parking is across the street.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Giovanny Gonzalez

  • Additional

    Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

  • Phone number

    (512) 457-9900

  • Catering

    Inquire with us for your next party, wedding, or corporate event. Contact us at info@elchilecafe.com

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