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El Fenix Mexican Restaurant

El Fenix Mexican Restaurant El Fenix Mexican Restaurant, located on Mckinney Avenue Downtown, has been serving up their signature Tex-Mex cuisine since 1918. Named an "All American Icon" by Nation’s Restaurant News, this restaurant is a must-visit dining destination for visitors to North Texas. Under the ownership of Local Favorite Restaurants™, El Fenix has undergone renovations while still maintaining its authentic elements. Experience a piece of history at El Fenix Mexican Restaurant.
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Mark your calendars — October 19 at El Fenix Northwest Highway! One day only!
10/12/2025

Mark your calendars — October 19 at El Fenix Northwest Highway! One day only!

🎉 MONDAY ONLY: Celebrate El Fenix’s 107th Anniversary! Don’t miss out, this special happens just once a year!
09/13/2025

🎉 MONDAY ONLY: Celebrate El Fenix’s 107th Anniversary! Don’t miss out, this special happens just once a year!

We’re celebrating 107 years of Original Tex-Mex! 🎉 Join us this Monday for our anniversary celebration!
09/11/2025

We’re celebrating 107 years of Original Tex-Mex! 🎉 Join us this Monday for our anniversary celebration!

🌶️🍤 NEW & LIMITED TIME ONLY!Our Chipotle Shrimp is here, but not for long! 🔥 Don’t miss out on this bold, smoky, and fla...
08/29/2025

🌶️🍤 NEW & LIMITED TIME ONLY!
Our Chipotle Shrimp is here, but not for long! 🔥 Don’t miss out on this bold, smoky, and flavorful summer special. Summer’s almost over… make it delicious! 🌞

🌶️🔥 Sizzle, Savor, Celebrate! 🔥🌶️National Fajita Day is TODAY! 🎉 Join us at ANY El Fenix location for a fajita fiesta AL...
08/18/2025

🌶️🔥 Sizzle, Savor, Celebrate! 🔥🌶️
National Fajita Day is TODAY! 🎉 Join us at ANY El Fenix location for a fajita fiesta ALL DAY LONG.
Don’t miss out on the sizzle!

Beat the Texas heat with our NEW Mango Chamoy Margarita, here for a LIMITED TIME only at El Fenix! 🥭🔥 Sweet, tangy, and ...
08/09/2025

Beat the Texas heat with our NEW Mango Chamoy Margarita, here for a LIMITED TIME only at El Fenix!
🥭🔥 Sweet, tangy, and spicy all in one refreshing sip. Perfect to cool you down and spice things up this summer! 🍹💃

Don’t miss out, come try it before it’s gone!

🔥 NEW! Chipotle Shrimp 🔥Introducing our bold new flavor – Chipotle Shrimp.Juicy shrimp simmered in a rich chipotle cream...
08/07/2025

🔥 NEW! Chipotle Shrimp 🔥
Introducing our bold new flavor – Chipotle Shrimp.

Juicy shrimp simmered in a rich chipotle cream sauce, served with Mexican rice, fresh avocado, and crisp lettuce.

🌶️ Limited Time Only – Don’t Miss Out!
📍 Available at all locations

Tag your foodie friend and come try it today!

🌶️🔥 NEW FLAVORS HAVE ARRIVED at El Fenix! 🔥🌶️Craving bold? Meet our Spicy Mango Chamoy Margarita — sweet, spicy, and eve...
07/26/2025

🌶️🔥 NEW FLAVORS HAVE ARRIVED at El Fenix! 🔥🌶️

Craving bold? Meet our Spicy Mango Chamoy Margarita — sweet, spicy, and everything nice. 🍹🥭 Rimmed with Tajín and bursting with tropical heat, it’s the summer sip you didn’t know you needed.

Pair it with our NEW Chipotle Shrimp Plate — perfectly grilled shrimp tossed in smoky chipotle sauce, served with Mexican rice and fresh avocado. 🍤

💥 Spice meets flavor. Heat meets refreshment. Only at El Fenix Tex-Mex.

📍Available now at all locations. Tag your spicy food crew 🌶️

🎉 National Tequila Day is this Thursday, July 24th! 🍹Celebrate with us at all El Fenix locations and enjoy our legendary...
07/22/2025

🎉 National Tequila Day is this Thursday, July 24th! 🍹

Celebrate with us at all El Fenix locations and enjoy our legendary House Margaritas, rocks or frozen, ALL DAY LONG!

You don’t want to miss this tequila-worthy celebration!

👉 Click here to find your nearest location.

Why settle for less when you can have it all?El Jefe Fajitas = shrimp, steak, chicken, and brisket on one legendary plat...
06/29/2025

Why settle for less when you can have it all?

El Jefe Fajitas = shrimp, steak, chicken, and brisket on one legendary plate 🔥
Sizzling, savory, and made to impress, this is Tex-Mex taken to the next level. 😎

Come hungry, leave like a boss.

🍉 Cool down with the El Jefe Watermelon Margarita at El Fenix! Fresh watermelon, perfect balance, and all the bold Tex-M...
06/26/2025

🍉 Cool down with the El Jefe Watermelon Margarita at El Fenix! Fresh watermelon, perfect balance, and all the bold Tex-Mex flavor you love. It’s the ultimate way to toast to good times! 🍹🔥

Come sip, savor, and celebrate with us.

Give Dad what he really wants this Father’s Day. Juicy Carne Asada + an ice-cold draft beer for only $23! 🥩🍺 Cheers to t...
06/13/2025

Give Dad what he really wants this Father’s Day. Juicy Carne Asada + an ice-cold draft beer for only $23! 🥩🍺 Cheers to true heroes, good food, and unforgettable bites!

📍Available at all El Fenix locations this Sunday!

Due to the inclement weather, El Fenix - Downtown will be OPEN from 12-4 PM. At this time, we will reopen for normal ser...
02/03/2022

Due to the inclement weather, El Fenix - Downtown will be OPEN from 12-4 PM.

At this time, we will reopen for normal service tomorrow at 11 AM. Follow us on social media for all future updates.

We look forward to welcoming you in with us for lunch. Stay warm and stay safe, DFW!

We'll see you tomorrow at 11 am for lunch at El Fenix - Downtown!
08/25/2021

We'll see you tomorrow at 11 am for lunch at El Fenix - Downtown!

We are open and ready to serve you the Original Tex-Mex! Our new hours are Sunday-Thursday from 11am-8pm and Friday-Satu...
06/24/2020

We are open and ready to serve you the Original Tex-Mex! Our new hours are Sunday-Thursday from 11am-8pm and Friday-Saturday from 11am-9pm. Join us for Happy Hour every Monday-Friday from 4-7pm and enjoy $2 domestic drafts, $3 import drafts, $3.49 original margaritas & $5 beer-ritas! Then, don't forget that we are also offering curbside & takeout specials along with online ordering for contactless pick-up.

Visit https://www.elfenix.com/location/el-fenix-dallas-downtown/ for more information.

We’re bringing the original Tex-Mex back to Downtown Dallas! We will be opening for dine-in, curbside and takeout starti...
06/08/2020

We’re bringing the original Tex-Mex back to Downtown Dallas! We will be opening for dine-in, curbside and takeout starting Thursday, June 11th. Our new hours will be 11am-9pm Sunday-Thursday and 11am-10pm Friday-Saturday. We will be taking safety precautions recommended by the CDC and local authorities in order to keep our loyal guests and staff members safe. We are thrilled to be serving the community again and we look forward to seeing you very soon!

Address

1601 McKinney Avenue Downtown #1
Dallas, TX
75202

To get to the destination at McKinney Avenue Downtown in Dallas, you can take the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) and get off at the Mckinney Avenue stop. From there, it's a short walk to the location. Alternatively, if driving, you can take either US-75 or I-35E and exit at Mckinney Avenue. There is street parking available nearby but it can be limited during peak hours, so it might be best to use a paid parking lot or garage in the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their bold flavors, vibrant colors, and hearty portions. And when it comes to authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, El Fenix Mexican Restaurant on Mckinney Avenue Downtown in Dallas is a must-visit destination. With over a century of service, El Fenix has established itself as the originator of Tex-Mex cuisine and an all-American icon.

The restaurant's interiors have been recently refurbished to give it a fresh look while still maintaining its signature authentic elements. The revamped menu offers a wide range of dishes that cater to every taste bud. From sizzling fajitas to cheesy enchiladas, every dish is prepared with the freshest ingredients and cooked to perfection.

One of the standout dishes at El Fenix is their famous queso dip - a creamy blend of melted cheese and spices that's perfect for dipping tortilla chips or drizzling over your favorite dish. And if you're in the mood for something sweet, don't miss out on their delicious sopapillas - fluffy fried dough dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with honey.

But what really sets El Fenix apart from other Mexican restaurants is their exceptional service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready to make recommendations or answer any questions you may have.

Overall, El Fenix Mexican Restaurant on Mckinney Avenue Downtown in Dallas is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for authentic Tex-Mex cuisine served with exceptional service.

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