This is the best Mexican food in Plainfield. The colorful interior is quirky, but charming. They are always pretty busy, but you rarely have to wait for a seat, and you always get attentive service. Their whole menu is interesting (for a mexican joint in an Indy suburb) and I've never ordered something I didn't like. Their salsa is always great, just don't expect it to always taste exactly the same, because its made fresh daily and not always by the same cook. The bright atmosphere and cheap drinks combined with speedy and friendly service and tasty food make a great and energizing dining experience.
Review Source:Woah! Love this place. Really great food, really great prices, fast seating. I've frequently been afraid of having a long wait, given how busy it is, but it's never been a problem. Order their chorizo, it's good. I ordered a glass of Negro Modelo (draft) and they brought me a 32 oz. mug. I was a little irritated at the mix-up, but for $3.50, I couldn't argue. I'll certainly be a regular here.
Review Source:If El Meson is not the best independent Mexican restaurant out there, it's pretty close.
The first thing you'll notice about the experience is that they aren't picky with the portion sizes. Everything--from the size of the salsa bowls to the drink cups--is huge. One of the people at our table got a salad that I could have made last for three or four meals. If your main concern is leaving El Meson hungry, forget about it. You'll get more than your fill.
I am a huge fan of Don Pablo's chips and salsa, and El Meson's salsa tastes almost the same as the salsa you'd find at Don Pablo's--albeit with a much less-thick consistency. The chips are not freshly-made on-site like they are at Don Pablo's, but they will arrive to your table piping hot by the basketful.
I do have to take away one star for the inconsistency of the service. Some of the waitstaff is average, and some will only come to your table to deliver your drinks and your food. There are waiters and waitresses here that are great, but they are outnumbered by the ones who are just average.
Overall, I always leave El Meson having had a positive experience. Try it out sometime!
I wish Yelp would let us do half star ratings because I would give El Meson 3 1/2 stars. It's better than other Midwest-Mex places but not quite authentic or yummy enough to earn 4 or 5 stars.
When I first walked in, I immediately loved the interior, it was your classic, fun, brightly colored mexican decor. The staff was very quick and friendly.
Whenever I try a new mexican restaurant...I go for the basics. I figure if they screw those up there is no sense in being more adventurous. I got a combo with a beef taco, cheese enchilada and a chalupa. Everything was well prepared and above average for americanized mexican. The salsa was excellent!
Very reasonable priced with one of the better kids menus I've seen (for a mexican rest). Our total bill was around $25 for 2 adults and 2 kids.
This will be our go-to place for a quick mex-fix!
El Meson is the best among all the various Mex-American restaurants. They have the same general menu with fajitas and combination plates, etc. but they seem to bring a little extra to the table. The food seems a little fresher, a little better prepared, a little better service. It all adds up to the best Mexican restaurant on Indy's Westside.
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