Esparza's Tex-Mex Cafe
2725 SE Ankeny St. (SE 28th Ave.) 
Send to Phone
Portland, OR 97214
503-234-7909 | Menu
esparzastexmex.com
Cuisine
Open
Lunch & Dinner dailyFeatures
- Kid-friendly
- Full bar
- Outdoor dining
- Parking lot
- Casual
* Click here for rating key
Esparza's Tex-Mex Cafe Restaurant Review: Before you order any food at this Tex-Mex eatery, you'll notice the décor: hanging marionettes, vintage signage, plus a selection of taxidermy and animal skulls. The distraction value of the scenery makes it a good choice for families; young children (and their parents) will also appreciate the hot, homemade chips plus zippy red salsa that promptly arrives at the table. Anything prepared with one of the house-smoked meats --- brisket, buffalo, turkey, pork loin and wild boar --- is a treat. From the cornmeal-dusted fried cactus to the tacos, everything on the menu boasts in-your-face assertive flavors. The huge enchilada selection goes far beyond the ordinary. On weekends, try the special of pork loin with fresh chile verde. The bar is well-stocked, but for a Texas-style joint, the margaritas are strangely watery. |
- Find the Best Restaurants for Breakfast Near You
- 2013 Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S.
- Shop Amazon Memorial Day Event: Supplies and More!
What's Hot
RESTAURANT AWARDS 2013
Check out the 2013 edition of GAYOT's Annual Restaurant Issue, which features the Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S., Rising Chefs and more.
