El Chihuahua Restaurant

Salt Lake City, UT · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.3/5
★★★★☆ 4.3
Reviews
20
Rank in Salt Lake City
#350
of 1074 restaurants
City Percentile
43%
rating percentile
Address
El Chihuahua Restaurant, 3926 Highland Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84124
Phone
(801) 272-8091
Website
elchihuahuaslc.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

El Chihuahua Restaurant is a restaurant located in Salt Lake City, UT. It is one of 1,074 restaurants listed in Salt Lake City. Its 4.3-star rating matches the Salt Lake City city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About El Chihuahua Restaurant

Manuel and Dolores came to America (Salt Lake City, Utah) with their family to fulfill their version of the American Dream by opening their own restaurant. It was here that they taught their children what their forefathers taught them- the... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★☆ 4.0 Dalton Anderson · Nov 2025

We ordered a Scoop of Guacamole, Carne Asada and Shredded Beef Nachos, a Chicken Chimichanga Lunch Platter, a Tamale Lunch Combo, a Strawberry Daiquiris, and a Piña Colada. The drinks are amazing here. Definitely the primary selling point for me above other Mexican restaurants. The chimichanga is really good, but I'd get the shredded beef instead of chicken. The tamale was fantastic. The shredded beef on the nachos is great, the carne asada is okay. Overall, it's solid Mexican food. Carlos was a fantastic server and took great care of us. He was helpful and highly responsive. I have zero complaints about the service we received. I love the atmosphere here. I've been here with a party of two up to a large group, and they do great to accommodate. It's a nice open restaurant, and I enjoy th

★★★☆☆ 3.0 Marisa Kelley · Nov 2025

Food was good, but nothing spectacular. They've got a ton of TVs, so if you like sports, you can almost guarantee at least one screen will be playing it. I'm pretty sure they're known for their MASSIVE drinks, and my guess is that's the real attraction/draw here. The big one is so big that if you get it, they won't serve you any other alcoholic drinks aside from that one. It's like the equivalent of 4+ drinks.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Dillon Hansen · Feb 2026

Be aware, prices on the menu are for C A S H. add %3 if using a card. Why even do this? just make the price on the menu reflect what it really is. There is a bar next door and often there is people out front smoking. something to be aware of if brining little kids with. The cigarette smoke smell is a huge turn off when walking up to the restaurant. I no longer go for a sit down meal here but am happy to pick up take out. We have had several different servers forget items we have ordered and the environment can be super hectic depending on where you're sat. Great for large groups but not so much for smaller ones. My one knock on the food is the lack of spice in some entree's like the chili Colorado is super mild. Chile Verde has had super dried out meat the 2 time's I have had it. I als

★★★★☆ 4.0 Melissa Anderson · Oct 2025

The gal that answered the phone to take my order was amazing. My food was delish, but sadly, the burritos weren't smothered in cheese AND onions. Sad day. I was looking forward to my order. No onions. That makes the icing on the cake. Brings all the flavors together. Bummer. However, the gal at the front desk ROCKS. Although there were 4 other people who stared and turned away when I walked in. I'd talk to them about that. Thanks!!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ashish Rana · Feb 2026

Amazing restaurant. Great food , great drink. Generous quantity. Anna the owner is the nicest person. PARKING BEWARE-DO NOT PARK ACROSS THE STREER FROM THE RESTAURANT IN THE EMPTY PARKING LOT. It WILL COST 400 $ ESPECIALLY ON THE WEEKEND! They have spotters who just watch you park and immediately Tow your car! Park in El Chihuahua parking lot or on the street instead !!!!!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurantFamily restaurantRestaurant

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