El Sabor Mexican Grill in Appleton, WI, is rapidly becoming a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Nestled at 2190 S Memorial Dr, this vibrant Mexican restaurant draws diners in with an inviting atmosphere and top-notch service that leaves a lasting impression. Customers rave about the friendly staff, with many highlighting the owner, Luis, for his exceptional hospitality. Brett Martin enthusiastically shares that he wishes he could rate the service a perfect 6/5, especially noting the fantastic 2-for-1 margarita deals.
The menu is a treasure trove of authentic Mexican flavors. Danielle Pokora describes her experience as "off the charts" with standout dishes like al pastor tacos and pollo con mole, which she claims features the best mole sauce she's tasted in over two decades. The complimentary trio of salsas—red, white, and green—provides a flavorful introduction even before the meals arrive. Another customer, Madeline FW, praises the revamped menu under new ownership, expressing her love for the combination trio that includes a truly amazing Verde chicken tamale.
Be sure to try the ceviche, as Iris Nguyen insists it's a must-order. Whether dining indoors or enjoying the outdoor patio in warmer months, El Sabor promises an unforgettable culinary experience. With genuine hospitality and exceptional dishes, it’s evident why many consider this spot the best Mexican restaurant in the Fox Valley area.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great cocktails
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
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts cheques
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
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Reviews For El Sabor Mexican Grill
Brett Martin
Jun 21,2025
I wish I could rate this 6/5 for service. Amazing people work here, and they have great 2 for 1 margarita deals. You gotta check it out, I need to shout out the owner Luis for his hospitality as well!
Danielle Pokora
Jun 7,2025
I haven’t been “wow”ed by a restaurant in years, and this place was off the charts! The service was top-notch, with our server being very friendly and helpful during our visit. They have indoor seating with a small bar, as well as a patio for outside diners. They bring a very visually authentic atmosphere, which even includes complimentary red, white and green chips that accompanied the red salsa, white cheese sauce and green sauce! All three sauces were so flavorful that we agreed our tastebuds were already satisfied, even if we didn’t order a meal, but of course we did. We ordered two dinners: the al pastor tacos and the pollo con mole- both excellent and filling dishes. The mole sauce was better than we have been able to find in over 20 years. We will definitely be back to try more of the food here, as it was quite difficult to choose from their large selection of dishes on the menu. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!
Anthony Moua
May 21,2025
Grabbed lunch here and it was delicious! Loved the staff and the service! The tacos, churros and burrito was amazing! I definitely recommend it!
Madeline FW
May 8,2025
I’ve always loved this place! However, since they switched owners their food is BETTER THAN EVER! I ordered a combination trio with the Verde chicken tamale, beef chile relleno & a beef enchilada and it’s AMAZING! My son had a quesadilla and double rice. Their mojitos are to die for !! And they now give you 3 dips for your chips, all are amazing !! Highly recommend this restaurant! By far the best Mexican food in the Fox Valley area! Also in the summer they have outdoor seating available . Customer service is always genuine and friendly . Loveeeee
Iris Nguyen
Apr 23,2025
Came here multiple times because of the Ceviche and I can’t tell you how good it is. Definitely get the ceviche if you plan to come here
Tiffany Willard
Apr 15,2025
This was our first time here! I saw one of their House Margaritas online looked very similar to Solea’s House margarita so I HAD to try it to see if they taste the same!! Surprisingly they are very similar in taste! Only El Sabor’s version doesn’t seem as strong tasting, but I enjoyed it very much! This time I tried an appetizer and he tried the fried ice cream! Both were very flavorful and well worth the cheaper price! He is picky about fried ice cream because some places do not actually fry the ice cream but this place has a delicious crunchy fried shell coating the ice cream! Our server was very friendly and attentive and the atmosphere was very inviting and chill! Beautiful little hidden gem! We will return to try full meals soon! :)
David Vande Vyver
Apr 14,2025
A great little place to grab some Mexican food, with delicious burritos and really tasty i'm guessing homemade flan for dessert, this was a nice place to visit for lunch, the food was served in a good sized proportion as well as it tasted really good, I would definitely stop in again in the future and maybe try some other delicious options on the menu, oh and I was surprised that there chips came with multiple sauces to, something I would love to see at other Mexican restaurants! One last thing is I also think there changing there name soon to Gonzalez Mexican grill as I seen that on the recept as well as they had a sign up inside, so if someone mentions that name that is here.
M Chedd
Mar 9,2025
Excellent food. Equally good service. The fish taco was fresh and delicious. Margarita was house made and refreshing. My blackened chicken burrito was spicy and tasty. I really like Mexican food and this place hit great on all fields. Highly recommend this place. Fair prices and clean dining room. I’m going back for sure!!!! ...
Reviews For El Sabor Mexican Grill