El Vecino Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ( 1073 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
1492 Forestdale Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35214, United States
+1 205-798-5188
El Vecino Mexican Restaurant, located in Forestdale, Alabama, is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican cuisine. Patrons rave about the vibrant atmosphere and the friendly service that enhances the dining experience. One of the standout features of El Vecino is its extensive menu, which includes popular dishes such as the trio fajitas, combining tender steak, grilled shrimp, and chicken, and the indulgent Shrimp Primavera, which has won the hearts of many diners since its discovery in 2020. Customers frequently compliment the generous portions and fresh ingredients, with crispy tortilla chips served alongside zesty pico de gallo and creamy guacamole as perfect starters. The sizzling beef fajitas, bursting with flavor, arrive with an array of accompaniments, ensuring a satisfying meal. Diners have consistently reported that their dishes arrive hot and well-prepared, enhancing the overall enjoyment of their visit. Overall, El Vecino provides an exceptional dining experience, where each meal is crafted with care and served promptly. Whether you're craving the signature enchiladas or experimenting with unique offerings like bowtie pasta, this restaurant never disappoints. With numerous accolades from satisfied customers, El Vecino easily earns its place among the top dining spots in Birmingham.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For El Vecino Mexican Restaurant

Freddy Hurst
May 26,2025
El Vecino Mexican restaurant has great food with great service and a very good atmosphere. My wife and I love the trio fajitas, which come with tender steak, grilled shrimp, and chicken. The portions are large and I guarantee you will be satisfied!
amy follett
May 17,2025
The most splenderiferously delectable feast in months at El Vecino Mexican located in Forestdale, Alabama. When we discovered this paradise in September 2020 I chose the Shrimp Primavera. Today my dining companion and I were treated to freshly cooked, crispy warm tortilla chips salsa and queso. I ordered the Shrimp Primavera, again, with sweet tea. My partner went for sizzling beef fajitas and a diet beverage. The beef, onions and peppers sizzled on a platter along with a plate of rice, cheese, tomatoes, refried beans, lettuce and three soft warm flour tortillas wrapped in foil. Medium Frozen lime margarita. Edit April 8, 2025 Mango Margarita Horchata Steak Quesidillas and Camarones Diablas Yum! Great service and food fit for Gods!
Tena J
May 6,2025
Bowtie Pasta at a Mexican Restaurant doesn't sound normal but it was really good. Chips and Pico are always fresh. My salmon was cooked well and needed citrus, a dab of salt and garlic. Veggies and potatoes needed a light seasoning. We had waters and a small frozen mango something liquor was on the light side
Jay Miller
May 6,2025
I’ve been going here for years and this is still one of the best restaurants on this highway and I always have a great experience every time the food is always hot and fresh the service is great .. I 100% recommend
Shiloh Corfman
Apr 27,2025
We go here pretty often and it is delicious! Food is always warm and well prepared; comes out quick and the servers are always on top of things. Never had a bad experience here.
Chinetra Jackson
Mar 14,2025
Not overly loud. Nice environment. Family friendly with great service. The food is delicious.
Nina Jones
Mar 11,2025
Went to a Bridal Shower here. I enjoyed my visit and the food. I had the Combination plate CZ. It was appealing and filling. Good customer service. We was informed about paying for our meals, because some people want to eat but not pay. So wrong!
Betty Zalucki
Feb 7,2025
My husband and I were craving Mexican food today, being that we are on the road for our Honeymoon this coming weekend. The service was friendly, fast and we got great food! The quality was there, it was better than what I was expecting for what we ordered & I'd say we got a slightly above average amount of food, too. Bookmarked- we'll be stopping by again.

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