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El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar

4.2 (423)
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
8230 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, AB T6E 4B2

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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4.2

4.2
(423)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

415 Reviews
  1. SeanN

    Edmonton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 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

    Toronto1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 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 Gold

    Calgary16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 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

    Edmonton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 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 Gold

    Calgary1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 2, 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 Gold

    Edmonton2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 1, 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 Gold

    Edmonton10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2020

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

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  8. DwayneO Gold

    Edmonton35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 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 Gold

    Edmonton48 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 29, 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

    Edmonton11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 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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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
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  1. Home
  2. Canada
  3. Edmonton / Northern Alberta
  4. Edmonton
  5. Edmonton

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