El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

(919) 683-2417

905 W Main St
Durham, NC 27701 36 -78.9095

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Neighborhoods: Downtown, Brightleaf

ELRODEOMEXICANRESTAURANT.COM

Price:

$

Last updated 10.17.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats

Cuisine:

Mexican

Smoking Permitted:

No

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What People Are Saying About El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

Featured Review

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Contributor

In Short – A corporate fern bar located in the renovated, cobble-stoned Brightleaf Square--the highlight of downtown Durham. Enormous selection of American-friendly Mexican fare. More than 32 combo choices (such as one taco, two enchiladas and rice: $6) as well as the especialidades de la casa. And if you never thought you'd veer from the beef burrito, you haven't seen the 15 vegetarian optionsat Rodeo--try a potato burrito with a chalupa on the side.

Editor's Tips

Parking:
Free parking in the lot across from Brightleaf Square. Bring your ticket in to get validated.
Know Before You Go:
Kid- and birthday-party friendly and a great after-work hangout for those who find neighboring restaurants too slick.
4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/21/08

surprised!

by DurhamFoodie at Citysearch

very surprised that El Rodeo was as good as it was. Very cool atmosphere, serves cold Corona's and very large burritos. Kind of challenging location to find. I recommend the burritos, there may be other good options but when i think of them, I think of freshness...which is always a good thing!

  • Pros: Different but very good.
  • Cons: Hard to find
3 Star Rating: Average

05/11/06

Standard Mexican Fair

by joeypm at Citysearch

Been here a few times for Lunch. Usually its crowded and the Salsa is OK. The portions are modest compared to other Mexican restaurants. The Food Quality is OK, nothing special. Selections are standard fair. The service is good and the wait staff friendly. The Price is very reasonable but, considering the portion, its right on par. I am guessing the other reviewers dont go out much as there are better Mexican restaurants in the area.

  • Pros: Price, service
  • Cons: portions
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/08/06

El Rodeo is the nsip nsp bang bang

by johnnyfreakinutah at Citysearch

First place i went to uopn moving to NC, fell in love with brightleaf square and Rodeo. Been going twice a week for over 10 years now. best setvice, speedy, and just great food!

  • Pros: service, location, food
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/07/06

MY FAVORITE PLACE

by steakeater03 at Citysearch

El Rodeo on Main Street is one of the BEST mexican eating places. The wait staff there is extra friendly and quick. Everytime I go in they remember me and what I like! I wish that more places were like this one.

  • Pros: Service, Great Food, Price
  • Cons: NONE!
4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/06/06

Good lunch, served quickly

by rconglet at Citysearch

El Rodeo is a great spot for a quick, hearty lunch that costs about the same as the average fast food joint. The service is fast, but it is good, too. The menu can be overwhelming, but I suggest you try the "Rodeo Lunch" -- very tasty. This not "four star fine dining" by any means -- just good food, served quickly at a good price. that combination makes it a recommended place for lunch as far as I'm concerned.

  • Pros: Inexpensive, Attentive service, Convenient locations
  • Cons: Can be crowded
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