El Norteno Mexican - Winter Haven

We absolutely love this restaurant! We've dined here multiple times and have never had a negative experience. We even drive from Lakeland just to enjoy their food, as it's the only Mexican restaurant my husband truly enjoys. We can't wait to check out their new location soon!

El Norteno used to be the go-to spot for great Mexican food, known for its generous portions, freshness, reasonable prices, and overall quality. Unfortunately, in recent years, the restaurant has experienced some setbacks in these areas. However, there is still potential, especially with their new location in downtown Winter Haven! We plan to visit and review it soon, and we're hopeful that our experience will lead to an improved review.

It's a lovely spot to enjoy a meal, but don't anticipate anything out of the ordinary. The menu is quite simplistic, with nothing particularly unique on offer. The overall experience feels quite amateur. It’s acceptable if you keep your expectations low. I had the worst screwdriver cocktail of my life there, and I experienced heavy digestion just a few hours after my meal.

Food is decent, service is terrible. We waited 15 minutes to sit, 15 more to say they were made of chips, 15 more to order drinks, then order about 10 more. At the end of our meal, they asked if we wanted chips. A piñata fell from the ceiling and almost hit a child and there were no employees in sight. And they have villains. Not worth the trouble.

Service good. Very friendly. Chips good salsa if that was home made they need to start buying canned. Food OMG Taco Bell has better beans. Probably the worse mexican food ever had. Now I went there years ago and there food has not changed. Still god awful