1st time take out. Always a concern pulling up at 7pm Thursday to empty parking lot and bar/restaurant. Ordered enchiladas Verde. The chicken was ok, green sauce weird gummy texture, no tang like authentic homemade. Side are scant 1/2 cup boxed rice and mealy canned beans. $1.50 for smallest container Pico. Was hopeful for a decent Mexican restaurant on CT shoreline but this is not it
martin cherniack
El Compa is the real thing. Fresh ingredients, good preparation and presentation. For diners familiar with the menus of the West Coast and urban Mexico, and in search of authentic cuisine, there is no degree of separation. The menu has most conventional staples and is full. There are some particulars. The rellenos are of the breaded variety, which is a matter of preference. The mole is excellent, but is restricted to a single dish. However, the chef will customize an order if it is absent from the menu. The margaritas are simply excellent.El Compa is family friendly. There is access and convenience for the disabled and small children. Again, there is willingness to customize food orders. For those disappointed in the available Mexican cuisine on the Connecticut shoreline, there is a first rate alternative.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mayra Rodriguez
El compa is the best mexican restaurant in town! Wonderful atmosphere and authentic food! Drinks are some of the best I have had!
K J
My food was cold, soggy and flavorless. The proteins were mixed up in my tostada and enchilada. Nothing tasted or looked homemade. I would definitely expect more from how much they are charging. Very disappointed.
Food: 1
dewayne bryant
Went here this evening and have to say I will not be back. Dirty tables water on the floor, stale chips and water downed Salsa. BIonic burrito was more lettuce than anything.else Basically 20.99 for a lettuce wrap.?. The chicken fajitas were over cooked and dry. Save your money dont go there.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Paul Boda
Delicious drinks and food at a fair price!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tamal & Chile Relleno
Kathy Kat
Great dinner! Lovely atmosphere...service was top notch, food was so tasty!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Ryan Poulsen
Al pastor tacos were were awesome and Tony the bartender was excellent! Great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Taco
Wesley Eder
Took my wife and 3 sons to dinner last night and had a very good meal. My 3 children ate “Mario’s fajitas” and loved them- they were especially impressed when Mario himself (owner/chef) came out to say hello- all boys (14,18,20) were stuffed. My wife had chicken fajitas and she said they were delicious. I had a quesadilla and ceviche de camarones- both tasty and filled my bucket.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas, Quesadilla, Coctel De Camaron
Courtney Eder
Mario (chef / owner) cares about his restaurant! Yummy drinks and I recommend the fajitas -
Had a nice, inexpensive date night at El Compa with my husband. Margaritas were smooth, enchiladas and fish tacos were flavorful, house hot sauce offered varying degrees of heat. We look forward to trying their happy hours during the week!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Veronica Mendez
Very good service from Said and excellent food, thank you for the attention, highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jackson Eder
This place is very good Mario the chef is very kind and his specialty menu items is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wendy Mackey
Just had a wonderful meal at this restaurant, taco Tuesday featured authentic Mexican delicious tacos for unbelievable prices. You can’t beat the bucket of corona beers for 20 bucks. Will definitely see me again on another Tuesday and maybe even another night of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Sweeney
El Compa is fantastic!!! The food is delicious, the portions are generous, and the staff is awesome! I recommend the fajitas. I couldn't decide if I wanted steak or chicken. They were very accommodating and made a combo of both! Antonio, the great bartender, also brought out a spicy sauce that hit the spot! Deveyn, one of the waitstaff, was so friendly! Between their wonderful demeanors and the fantastic meal, my first time there will most definitely NOT be my last!!! I highly recommend El Compa!!!
1st time take out. Always a concern pulling up at 7pm Thursday to empty parking lot and bar/restaurant. Ordered enchiladas Verde. The chicken was ok, green sauce weird gummy texture, no tang like authentic homemade. Side are scant 1/2 cup boxed rice and mealy canned beans. $1.50 for smallest container Pico. Was hopeful for a decent Mexican restaurant on CT shoreline but this is not it
El Compa is the real thing. Fresh ingredients, good preparation and presentation. For diners familiar with the menus of the West Coast and urban Mexico, and in search of authentic cuisine, there is no degree of separation. The menu has most conventional staples and is full. There are some particulars. The rellenos are of the breaded variety, which is a matter of preference. The mole is excellent, but is restricted to a single dish. However, the chef will customize an order if it is absent from the menu. The margaritas are simply excellent.El Compa is family friendly. There is access and convenience for the disabled and small children. Again, there is willingness to customize food orders. For those disappointed in the available Mexican cuisine on the Connecticut shoreline, there is a first rate alternative.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
El compa is the best mexican restaurant in town! Wonderful atmosphere and authentic food! Drinks are some of the best I have had!
My food was cold, soggy and flavorless. The proteins were mixed up in my tostada and enchilada. Nothing tasted or looked homemade. I would definitely expect more from how much they are charging. Very disappointed.
Food: 1
Went here this evening and have to say I will not be back. Dirty tables water on the floor, stale chips and water downed Salsa. BIonic burrito was more lettuce than anything.else Basically 20.99 for a lettuce wrap.?. The chicken fajitas were over cooked and dry. Save your money dont go there.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Delicious drinks and food at a fair price!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tamal & Chile Relleno
Great dinner! Lovely atmosphere...service was top notch, food was so tasty!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Al pastor tacos were were awesome and Tony the bartender was excellent! Great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Taco
Took my wife and 3 sons to dinner last night and had a very good meal. My 3 children ate “Mario’s fajitas” and loved them- they were especially impressed when Mario himself (owner/chef) came out to say hello- all boys (14,18,20) were stuffed. My wife had chicken fajitas and she said they were delicious. I had a quesadilla and ceviche de camarones- both tasty and filled my bucket.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas, Quesadilla, Coctel De Camaron
Mario (chef / owner) cares about his restaurant! Yummy drinks and I recommend the fajitas -
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a nice, inexpensive date night at El Compa with my husband. Margaritas were smooth, enchiladas and fish tacos were flavorful, house hot sauce offered varying degrees of heat. We look forward to trying their happy hours during the week!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good service from Said and excellent food, thank you for the attention, highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is very good Mario the chef is very kind and his specialty menu items is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just had a wonderful meal at this restaurant, taco Tuesday featured authentic Mexican delicious tacos for unbelievable prices. You can’t beat the bucket of corona beers for 20 bucks. Will definitely see me again on another Tuesday and maybe even another night of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
El Compa is fantastic!!! The food is delicious, the portions are generous, and the staff is awesome! I recommend the fajitas. I couldn't decide if I wanted steak or chicken. They were very accommodating and made a combo of both! Antonio, the great bartender, also brought out a spicy sauce that hit the spot! Deveyn, one of the waitstaff, was so friendly! Between their wonderful demeanors and the fantastic meal, my first time there will most definitely NOT be my last!!! I highly recommend El Compa!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas