El Bajio
Welcome to El Bajio, your go-to destination for authentic Mexican cuisine nestled in the heart of Athens, Georgia. Located at 400 Hawthorne Ave Ste 12, this vibrant eatery boasts an impressive 4.7-star rating, a testament to the delightful culinary experiences that await you. Whether you're craving classic dishes like Texas Fajitas and Arroz con Pollo or unique delights such as Quesa Birria tacos and refreshing Strawberry Margaritas, El Bajio has something to satisfy every palate. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring your dining experience is both enjoyable and memorable. Conveniently open six days a week, El Bajio is perfect for a casual lunch, a family dinner, or a quick takeout meal. With hours extending from 11 AM to 8 PM most days and 11 AM to 6 PM on Sundays, finding time to indulge in our delicious offerings is easy. Located in a bustling area of Athens, you're just a stone's throw away from a vibrant community filled with shops and parks, making it an ideal stop for a delicious meal after a day of exploring. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is reflected in glowing reviews from patrons who rave about our flavorful dishes and welcoming atmosphere. Come visit El Bajio today and discover why we are a beloved staple in the Athens dining scene! For more information or to place an order, give us a call at (706) 850-1191 or check out our website at el-bajio.web.app.
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Paul W. Peel
Great authentic Mexican food with some Tex-Mex items also. The service was great and the food was out fast and tasted delicious. Well worth a visit.
Sybille Cybill
The food was amazing! Everything was soo delicious! We had Texas Fajita, Arroz con Pollo and Strawberry Margarita. All tasted great! I can't wait to go and eat the most delicious Mexican food there again! Thank you!
Sandy KC
We wanted to try a different Mexican restaurant on our visit here. It is authentic as far as we can tell. However, it was not a great dining experience. We came in and were greeted in a very friendly manner, so that was awesome. We were told to sit wherever we like, so we did. And then we waited and waited and waited. Finally we asked for some menus. Those were given to us promptly, and our drink order was taken, and I ordered some queso to have with the chips. The waitress then came and took our order for our food about 5 minutes later. Then she brought our drinks, and it had been probably 10 to 15 minutes since I had ordered the queso dip. My husband was chowing down on the chips with the salsa. I had to ask her about the queso dip, and she said, "Oh yeah," and went to go get it. They brought us some more chips, which was fabulous. My husband complained that there was hardly any flavor to the chip dip, and it was not the least bit spicy. The queso dip was very runny, and bland. It tasted as if it had been watered down with a flour-based roux. It had kind of a pasty flavor and did not exactly taste like cheese. So that right there was not lovely. When our food came, it initially looked fabulous. I was really impressed that they put a decent-sized glob of sour cream on top of my salad instead of the little teaspoon that a lot of restaurants provide. So that was awesome. I started mixing up my salad ingredients to eat them. The menu had not said anything about there being onions and green peppers cooked in with the meat. It was put in the bottom of the taco shell for the taco salad. I'm allergic to Green peppers, so I proceeded to have to pick all of those out of the salad. That's not necessarily something I would ding the star rating for, because that's my own personal issue. However, when they had put in the sauteed meat and vegetables, they included a whole lot of liquid. So the bottom of the taco shell was a swimming pool. As I proceeded eating, of course the bottom of the taco shell got soggy and started leaking. I always hate when that happens! Not to mention, it's no fun to eat when you get down towards the bottom and everything is sloppy, drippy wet. The flavor of the food in our main dishes, however, was excellent! My husband and I both agreed, we will probably not return to this restaurant, because the whole experience seemed rather lackadaisical, and there was no attentiveness to the customers, the details of the dish or in the service. Not to mention having pasty flavored queso is not something I look forward to in a Mexican restaurant! Overall, It's not bad food. So you may enjoy this restaurant more than we did, and I don't think you would be highly disappointed in your experience. We've just had better, and so we will try some other Mexican restaurant next to go around. I'm looking for a perfect place that serves those perfect thinly crispy chips along with some really great tasting queso, and has great food. Excellent service is icing on the cake. Unfortunately, this was not what I personally was looking for. When I find that perfect, local Mexican restaurant, I'll post a raving review!
Kimberly Alfaro
Shrimp cocktail never disappoints and the quesa birra tacos had great flavor. This place is always consistent, gives you an authentic experience and great portions! Highly recommend !
Gabe Vodicka
Really tasty tacos! Been looking for a good taco place on this side of town after the Juaritos fire. Well prepared, fast, friendly. More of a takeout vibe but there are plenty of tables as well.
Erica Andrews
Such a hidden gem! If you like good tacos - this is a must. Don’t miss out on sitting down and seeing their full menu. Gauc was chefs kiss!
Catherine Ling
Was looking for a Mexican place to eat at with friends for Cinco de Mayo and stumbled upon this place. Don’t judge the appearance or location of this place. Amazing service and food. Best chips, sauces, and tacos I have ever had. VERY affordable for college students 🤗 It was so good, I came back not even 24 hours later
J. M.
Excellent food... Decided to try something new and went for the pork ribs. Was so mesmerized by the food that I completely forgot to take pictures. Delicious!
Ken S
Don’t go… my first clue was the fact that the entire place was empty at 6pm. Seems locals know best. I have to seriously question those giving 4 star reviews 1st off, not authentic 2nd, within the hour I was throwing up the food I’d just eaten Will not be back
Brian Bowles
I love this little Hispanic restaurant. The owner she is a sweet heart. The food is so good and all original spices and taste from Mexcio
