El Rey Taqueria Family Restaurant

740 SW 59th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109, United States
+1 405-601-7613
$$$ Mexican restaurant , Restaurant
(1409 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

El Rey Taqueria Family Restaurant is a straightforward, no-frills Mexican restaurant located in southwest Oklahoma City. It leans into classic dishes that resonate with both locals craving authentic flavors and visitors in search of comforting, home-style Mexican fare. The atmosphere feels warm and inviting, with a casual dining room that suits everything from quick lunches to relaxed family dinners.

One of the standout experiences here is the fast and reliable service, making it a solid choice for those who want flavorful, freshly prepared food without a long wait. The menu highlights a variety of tacos, including spicy pork and carne asada options, which are popular with regulars. Generous portions of rice and beans accompany plates like the Carne Asada Plate and Carnitas Plate, providing a satisfying balance of protein and sides.

El Rey’s salsa bar adds a personalized touch, allowing diners to adjust the heat and flavor to their preferences, enhancing the overall meal. For people who like to pair their food with traditional drinks, the restaurant offers classic options such as Jarritos sodas, Mexican Coke made with cane sugar, and refreshing aguas frescas like hibiscus and horchata.

The space feels clean and welcoming, reflecting its role as a neighborhood staple where families and couples often come back for dependable Mexican dishes. The dining experience feels laid-back and authentic, avoiding any pretense — it’s a spot where the focus stays on the food and a relaxed environment.

Visitors who appreciate local, straightforward dining will find El Rey suits those who want comforting Mexican classics without fuss. It’s especially good for lunch or early dinner when quick service matters most but without sacrificing home-style flavors. Be mindful that there’s a small convenience fee when paying with cards or digital payments, something to keep in mind but not a disruption to the overall experience.

Highlights
Fast service
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Healthy options
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 12:00 AM

1409 Reviews
Raw & Rated

21 Dec 2025

Their breakfast burritos are one of my favorites, delicious and very reasonably priced. The food and service are good, but I took off one star because they add a convenience fee if you pay with cards or digital payments like Apple Pay or Google Pay. It’s not a deal-breaker, but something to be aware of.

Shilyce

20 Nov 2025

Been here twice and my food always come out quick and got. Smaller rice and bean portions but the prices are amazing. Me and my husband eat for $23. Amazing salsa and carne asada tacos

Sarah Sam

29 Oct 2025

Food was pretty good when I was missing home cooked food.

Alessia Gray

17 Oct 2025

This is our favorite go to Mexican restaurant. You wont be disappointed!

Christian B.

07 Oct 2025

***UPDATE*** We visited in person today and is a warm, inviting, and clean restaurant. I tried the menudo and it was delicious! My husband had chilaquiles rofos without egg and they were really good. The rice and beans were on point. They offer several aguas frescas. I had tamarind and he had pineapple. See pictures. We've never been physically to the restaurant, ordered for delivery only, and we've tried several different items. I only have 3 pictures though of the carne asada tacos and the street corn which you can't take see all of. We've also had their machaca, eggs, flank steak with shrimp and green onions, chicken enchiladas, which comes with rice and beans, and menudo. Everything has been delicious, hot, and fresh. I can not recommend this place enough, food wise. It's the real deal! The only complaint I have is the amount you get for the street corn. I thought the serving size was too small for almost $10. It tasted amazing, though!

Anthony Shriver

01 Oct 2025

It was great!!! The tacos and quesadilla I got had me while full wanting more after I was done it was that good! I'll be making this place a regular lunch stop. I can't express how good it was, it was just that good. All their salsas are fantastic! Definitely and I mean Definitely recommend this place! The orange ish colored salsa is some of the best salsa I've ever tasted. Do not know what it's called. But Definitely amazing!

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