Los Bandidos De Carlos & Mickey's

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1,074 reviews

#6 of 1,838 Restaurants in El Paso₹₹ - ₹₹₹, Mexican, Southwestern, Vegetarian friendly

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11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Mon

11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Tue

11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Wed

11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Thu

11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Fri

11:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sat

11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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4.0

1,074 reviews

#6 of 1,838 Restaurants in El Paso

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PRICE RANGE

₹843.00 – ₹1,265.00

CUISINES

Mexican, Southwestern, Latin

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

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1310 Magruder St, El Paso, TX 79925-1936

+1 915-778-3323

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PRICE RANGE

₹843.00 – ₹1,265.00

CUISINES

Mexican, Southwestern, Latin

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch

FEATURES

Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music

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Purmamarca

New Mexico631 contributions

Raucous Long Time Standard in El Paso

Sept 2020 • none

We went to Carlos and Mickey's to celebrate a brief visit from a family member not seen for several years, and chose to dine in rather than "take out." That was probably a mistake. The place was packed...if any tables have been removed, it was still very crowded, almost certainly a larger crowd than currently allowed. One room had two large tables with birthday parties, and there was a huge amount of noise, fueled by the giant margaritas most were drinking. The only visible masks were worn by servers. In different times I'd give this restaurant a higher overall rating. It has a interesting group of separate rooms, with lots of interesting photographs related to its history. The menu is very large with many options. Some items are very spicy...guacamole is full of jalapenos, and those not used to eating that level of heat should be careful. Margaritas are excellent!

Written 18 September 2020

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MikeB1952

Santa Fe1174 contributions

Good Food. Reasonable Prices. And It's Outside Security!

Jan 2020 • none

We decided that since we wouldn’t get home until later tonight (like 9 or 10pm), we decided to eat at the airport. There was a little Mexican restaurant, called Carlos and Mickey's, before getting to the security gates. Since the Frontier folks hadn’t gotten there, we decided to eat. We were served by a nice fellow who started us off with chips and salsa. The chips were whole fried corn tortillas. We were skeptical that they would be good. But they were. Very light and crispy. The salsa was also good. Not hot. But tasty. My wife and I shared a chicken chimichanga smothered in a red sauce. It was fine. Lots and lots of chicken, unseasoned and bland chicken. The sauce was also rather bland. Not hot. And not very tasty. It was accompanied by a dollop of sour cream and guacamole, lettuce and tomato, rice (not bad) and beans (also not bad). It was a good way to have something to eat as well as take up some time. And the prices were very reasonable. Particularly for an airport.

Written 18 January 2020

Rick B

El Paso108 contributions

Beautifully decorated Mexican restaurant

Aug 2019 • family

I was very impressed by the decorations on every wall of the restaurant. Each room is different. It is nice that the background music is mariachi which helps make a truly Mexican atmosphere. The menu is extensive and it is difficult to decide what to order from so many choices. Food prep and presentation is superb. It is very attractive and appetizing. I highly recommend the red enchiladas. They are my favorite. Add a great Mexican beer with it and you have a borderland comfort meal. Best to visit in between lunch and dinner times to avoid the loud crowds.

Written 6 March 2020

John B

Oakland Park6 contributions

New years eve

Dec 2019 • solo

I went to the Sun Bowl which ended by 4pm and allowed me to go up scenic drive to watch the sunset. I went for dinner at Carlos & Michael’s early and found a seat un the bar at a tiny table with 1 seat. I had 1 house margarita which was almost undrinkable and steak tacos which had tiny strips of meat on thick corn tortillas. I probably made the wrong dinner choice as the place was packed and obviously popular.

Written 23 January 2020

ruddog999

El Paso6 contributions

Being from El Paso and first visit to restaurant

Jun 2021 • none

Service was good, employees very attentive, food is mostly tailored for tourist not very good Mexican food for El Paso, they serve white rice instead of real Mexican rice they have a very mild watery salsa, asked for some red hot salsa, don't have any. beans tasted like they came out of a can. Was not impressed with the flautas I ordered. Would not recommend as a good Mexican Restaurant. Visitors try L & J instead.

Written 3 June 2021

Robert G

Houston1080 contributions

Neat decor, great service, good food

Oct 2021 • business

Simple two page front and back menu. Very tasty guacamole, real con queso, tasty salsa. The fresh tortillas were very nice. Tacos Pastor were had pineapple, strip meat. Shrimp quesidilla was packed with shrimp. The coffee has a tinge of cinnamon and was fabulous. And we love coffee and this was one of the best coffees we have ever had. The sopappias and fried ice cream were very outstanding. The soppapias came out piping hot with a bottle of honey.

Written 23 October 2021

John B

Sierra Vista199 contributions

Quite a Find!

Jul 2020 • none

We found this place using a coworkers phone app and it was way better than we initially thought it would be. I like the decor and the family pictures on the walls throughout the restaurant tell quite the story. The beers were reasonably priced and the meal of Tampiquena Steak, Carnitas Pork Tips, Mexico City combo platter and never ending chips with house salsa made sure that not a single person pushed away from the table hungry! Stop in and enjoy a meal or couple dozen visits here.

Written 29 July 2020

Lynn S

League City586 contributions

Great Mexican Food!

Jun 2020 • family

I’m not a huge fan of Tex Mex or Mexican food but this was some of the best I’ve had anywhere. I had a combo platter with an enchilada in red sauce, tostada, and taco with refried beans. The red sauce is the best I’ve had, spicy but not overwhelmingly so. The refried beans were also some of the best I’ve ever had. And excellent margaritas too. To top it off was the fried ice cream which was good but nothing special. Our waiter was nice. Service was slow but the food was superior. I would love to eat here again.

Written 18 June 2020

Jim R

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Best Chicken Enchaladas

Dec 2019 • none

Carlos and Mickeys has the best chicken enchaladas in El Paso. My better half always enjoys the Mexican Plate with one of their outstanding margaritas. The service is always good but they can become rather crowded for dinner so be prepared to wait for your table, grab a margarita at the bar and relax.

Written 27 January 2020

Luis N C

Nampa147 contributions

Lots to see but food is good too

Mar 2022 • couples

We kept our food simple as we had a drive ahead of us. I enjoyed the crisp, freshly made tostada chips and salsa. The salsa was not too chunky and not to liquidy, spot on flavor. I ordered the tortilla soup with chicken and quesadillas. She ordered albóndigas with quesadillas. I though the albóndigas had a good ratio of meat and vegetables, however the broth was a little bland. The tortilla soup on the other hand was rich and flavorful. I have never had a soup like it. The tomato base or whatever they tossed in added an amazing element that kept me wanting more. The quesadillas used store bought tortilllas which was disappointing. I figured since they made their own chips we would get fresh tortillas too. Anyhow, service was great.

Written 23 March 2022

awaywego123

Houston98 contributions

A Must for Mexican Food in El Paso

Apr 2024 • family

If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with a great atmosphere, look no further! This was the second time an extended group of 30+ family members gathered here at the Magruder Street location for dinner. Wait service was top notch, food arrived quickly and piping hot, and every request (and there were many with this number of people) was met with a smile. And, on top of everything else, our request for separate checks was accommodated. When you're in El Paso, please check them out. You will be glad you did.

Written 29 April 2024

kidflemingo

Spartanburg737 contributions

Great Carnitas

Mar 2020 • none

I was in town for business and my customer wanted to eat here and now I see why. I love carintas and this place had some of the best I have ever had. THe salsa was fresh and very spicy just like it should be. If I lived in El Paso I would eat here all the time. I cant wait to go back.

Written 4 March 2020

MasCabron23

Columbia414 contributions

Come and Join the Party!

Nov 2021 • family

We have been here countless times and every time is a good time! The atmosphere is inviting with live music playing, drinks flowing freely and people having a great time. The food is equally as good too and never disappoints. The queso fundido with chorizo is delectable and addicting! The bacon wrapped shrimp is scrumptious. You can't just have one! The rib eye is cooked to perfection! The margaritas are thirst quenching and perfect after a long day at work! The restaurant is good for all occasions! Come on by even for just a drink! CHEERS!

Written 2 December 2021

Andrew Rodney

Santa Fe1390 contributions

About average at best

Mar 2023 • couples

We saw so many good reviews on TA, but we were not impressed with the food; it is just OK. I had the carnitas, which has been well reviewed here, but I have to say, if these are ‘the best in town,’ go out of town for carnitas. I love them and try them whenever I see them on the menu, and this take isn’t great: dry and flavorless pork. The rice that came with it was equally bland and greatly unremarkable. The cowboy beans were pretty good. Skip this dish! My wife had the crab rellenos, which were an improvement over what I ordered but nothing special, and again served with bland refried beans and the same bland white-ish rice I had with the carnitas. Horchata was good. The chips and salsa were delicious! I had high hopes based on these items, but dinner was pretty forgettable. The service was outstanding! Arlette was very attentive and the kitchen is fast. What comes out is average.

Written 26 March 2023

Richard77008

Gonzales10 contributions

Good dependable Mexican food.

Oct 2020 • couples

Good choice for solid, dependable Mexican food. Had a combination plate and everything was tasty. Husband has enchiladas and thought they were good as well. Two slight negatives. First the service was a little on the slow side-- I think our waitress was slammed. Second there was a 3% credit card fee- odd when they should be encouraging credit card use instead of discouraging it.

Written 12 October 2020

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