EL PARASOL, Espanola - Restaurant Reviews, Phone Number & Photos

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CUISINES

Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Fast food, Spanish

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

FEATURES

Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible

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4.5

151 reviews

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Very good

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Average

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4

Terrible

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Rocky Road

Chiang Rai1474 contributions

Great grab n go tacos in Espanola

Mar 2020 • solo

I always order the Vegetarian tacos with guac @ $2.50 each. In Mexico, these are called "Tacos dorados" and the only difference is a small amount of cow cheese, more of a garnish. Thanks for keeping tacos happening for essential workers and travelling taco lovers.

Written 23 March 2020

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Anna J

Las Vegas22 contributions

Great food!

Sept 2023 • family

We thought this was a sit down Northern New Mexico restaurant but it’s actually a small building where you order at the window. I’m hearing impaired and I couldn’t hear well nor see the face of the person taking the order since the window is low and small. We both had the carne adobada burrito and the beef taco with salsa. The food was great! The chile in the adobada would be considered too hot for non-New Mexicans. I have learned my lesson about tipping when I pay especially when your food is not served by a person. The prices are probably average. I would’ve given this place 5 stars if it had been a sit-in place. It does have tables outside but it’s a noisy area.

Written 11 September 2023

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Monica K

Alamosa25 contributions

Hot. Fresh. Delicious.

Dec 2022 • couples

We stopped after our favorite spot was closed. A lady in the parking lot recommended us to this place. We drove up to a clean pretty parking lot with a fence to block the main road noise and solid green metal picnic tables. Silver trash cans with tight lids were plentiful. We order a green chicharron burrito and a red chicken burrito. They take a minute but fresh food always is worth the wait. The chicken had been stewed with celery and tomato and was juicy and tender. The refried beans were wonderful and it had just the right amount of cheese. The chicharron was tasty and the Chile verde had a homemade taste. Don’t let the humble exterior fool you. This place is a gem. We will definitely be back!

Written 27 December 2022

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Southwest_Gaucho

Lake Havasu City1277 contributions

Authentic New Mexican food, taco stand style

Dec 2019 • none

Small stand, part of a chain throughout the area offering authentic New Mexican burritos, tacos, soups, etc. No seating inside, some picnic tables outside. Flavorful and filling, good lunch option in Espanola.

Written 2 January 2020

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Okiedevildog

Oklahoma1155 contributions

Great breakfast burritos

Jul 2022 • couples

Hidden gem for breakfast burritos. I had the chorizo, egg, potatoes and red sauce. It definitely had a kick but not too bad. Wife ate the other half while I ate hers. She had the bacon, egg and potatoes with green sauce and that was delicious. This Okie didn’t find it has hot and spicy as the chorizo with red sauce. The burritos are big as well and filling. Definitely recommend

Written 26 July 2022

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Coral P

22 contributions

Unexpected

Oct 2021 • none

Long day driving so googled for someplace to eat. Lots of locals walking over from their jobs end of day. Had the chicken tacos; one with salsa, one with guac; each just a little over $3. Yellow corn taco shells. Lots of well seasoned shredded chicken. Good flavor; fast and easy; order at the window; they call your order number when ready. Picnic table under large shade trees to wait or eat. Easy to find. Plenty of parking in the back. I travel through Espanola to Santa Fe often and will be stopping here again.

Written 11 October 2021

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tacoguy

147 contributions

Great food and great prices!!

Aug 2021 • none

This take out spot was a one of my favorites during our week long travel in norther New Mexico. The tacos were great. we particularly enjoyed the posole and green chili. Went back the next day and bought in bulk!

Written 9 August 2021

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DeanneB969

Littleton78 contributions

Authentic home made Mexican food!

Oct 2022 • family

What a find!! Lots of locals eating here which we always take as a good sign. This is a walk up and order your food place, no indoor eating. There are some tables to eat at outside of the weather is nice. Most people seemed to be picking food up to go. The food was fresh, authentic and VERY good!! Highly recommend checking this little slice of Heaven out.

Written 12 October 2022

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Geepsmom

Little Rock350 contributions

Best tacos in the US!

Oct 2023 • couples

We always stop at el parasol when in the area but this was a first time visit at this location. Ample parking and outdoor seating. Fast service and the food was just as good as the other locations. We love you guys!

Written 20 October 2023

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Margaret W

1 contribution

I crave the beef taco all year round

Jul 2020 • friends

I live across the country and every year I come to live in Española, NM for at least a month. El Parasol is the first place I eat at and the last before I leave. I always joke with the workers that I wish I could order and have it flown to FL/KY. I’ve never had a bad experience. BEST TACOS I’VE EVER HAD!

Written 21 July 2020

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Bryan L

Colorado Springs639 contributions

Nice stop

Dec 2024 • family

Pretty good place to eat. Carne adovada burrito had a good little kick to it. Wife live frito pie, reminded her of good old days! Outside seating and no bathroom! Just fyi

Written 27 December 2024

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judy v

9 contributions

Where's the meat?

May 2023 • couples

All I can say is "Where's the meat?" I ordered the chicken avocado tostada and could not find the chicken. So disappointing! It was all beans out of a can and some avocado:(

Written 28 May 2023

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Connie G

Albuquerque6 contributions

Tacos Las Brazas were excellent, others not so much

Jul 2022 • none

Restaurant was cold and had lots of employees doing nothing. I'm sure we would go again as Tacos Las Brazas were delicious

Written 10 July 2022

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Pat J

Lincoln20 contributions

Going back for more!

Mar 2022 • none

We got a mix of choices, some burgers, some burritos and chips and salsa. It was all delicious and well flavored! We will be going again before our trip is over.

Written 17 March 2022

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montanapescado

Albuquerque1576 contributions

Great tacos and excellent salsa

Sept 2021 • solo

Needed a quick stop passing through Española and this taco stand was perfect. Quick and tasty. The salsas were not just good, but special. Pork and beef were superb; chicken was a little dry/bland.

Written 21 November 2021

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