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Emilia's Restaurant Brownsville
Welcome to Emilia's Restaurant Brownsville, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Brownsville, Texas. Located at 605 W Elizabeth St, this authentic Mexican eatery stands out with its commitment to delivering traditional flavors that transport diners straight to the bustling streets of Mexico. With a phone number of +1 956-504-9899, Emilia's is ready to take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey of culinary delight.
What makes Emilia's so special? It’s the passion and dedication to authenticity that resonates with each dish. From the moment you step through the door, the warmth of the atmosphere envelops you, akin to being welcomed into a close-knit family gathering. Diners rave about the quality of the food, with reviews echoing sentiments like, “the food is so good you want to lick your plate clean” and “it feels like a neighborhood restaurant.”
The menu is a celebration of Mexican cuisine, featuring standout dishes like the picadillo plato, which has been hailed as one of the best. Each plate arrives generously accompanied by beautifully flavored soup and a piece of tres leches cake, offering a perfect finish to a satisfying meal. The enormous flour tortillas paired with their mouthwatering bisquetes further exemplify why locals and visitors alike find it hard to stay away.
While many customers write about the deliciousness of the food and the unbeatable prices, the sense of community at Emilia's also shines through. Repeat patrons share tales of returning multiple times during their visits, reinforcing the restaurant’s reputation as a must-try destination. Despite an occasional service hiccup—as noted by one diner—the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive, underlined by the consistent quality of the meals.
Emilia’s Restaurant Brownsville is not just a place to eat; it is a culinary experience that captures the essence of authentic Mexican dining. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by to savor dishes that are not just meals, but heartfelt expressions of culture and tradition. Your palate will thank you!
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Our Guestbook
“ The reviews speak for themselves. This place serves up authentic Mexican food so good you want to lick your plate clean. It's that good. ”
“ We went twice while we were in town. The food was so good and overall the place is very authentic. You can tell everyone knows each other and it feels like a neighborhood restaurant. The prices are unreal for what you get! DELICIOUS! ”
“ I stopped here while visiting UTRGV Brownsville on recommendation and, WOW! The food is wonderful! I had the picadillo plato and it was likely the best picadillo I've had. It comes with a beautifully flavored soup and a small piece of tres de leche cake which is light and fluffy. The prices are so good, especially for the amount of food you get. I will defiantly come back the next time I'm in town. ”
“ Talk about authentic delicious Mexican food.....this is the place! The bisquetes and huge flour tortillas are exceptional! The food delicious as well. It's a must try! ”
“ The place was great, I love the art they have inside. The atmosphere was great, too. The only problem was our waiter. For some odd reason, she did not hide what so ever that she wasn't happy she had us as a table. It was the first time we've ever been there too. She didn't smile, not once at us(we don't usually care for that sort of thing, but her face was just full of annoyance). With her other tables, she greeted them happily and smiled constantly, but when she'd came back to us, it was back to being upset. We only had 3 interactions with her, when she took our drink order, when she took our order, and when she gave us our food. After that, when we would try to wave at her for something, she would just look away. We're not sure what her problem was with us, but I feel like our experience would have been so much better with a different waiter. ”
“ Went here for the 3 rd time also delicious and reasonable prices We had chicken salad everything was delicious and fresh came with a small soup and sour cream and ranch dressing. I had the Mexican enchiladas in a red sauce, with refried beans and rice. Everything was delicious have a large menu. Also the lemonade was very good. Cost was responsible at 8 a plate and the lemonade we was at 25 including a good tip. Our server was great. Second time eating there everything was delicious i had a bistec which taste just like seco de carne Been back again had another delicious meal for 8 ”
“ Love coming here when I’m in Brownsville. They serve you fideo to start but food and service is always great as always! Prices are good for the amount you get. ”
“ The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and welcoming and the value was fantastic! Highly recommend this restaurant, it's worth going out of your way for. ”