Central Dallas > Uptown (Oak Lawn) > Victory Park
1601 McKinney Ave(214) 747-1121
A well-known mainstay on the Dallas restaurant scene, El Fenix was founded in 1918. Renowned as the originator of "Tex-Mex cuisine" our restaurant's Wednesday “Enchilada Dinner Special,” featuring two cheese enchiladas, refried beans, and rice is perhaps one of the most popular plates in Dallas.
Over the last nearly 100 years, we've opened locations in 20 DFW neighborhoods, as well as Wichita Falls and WinStar Casino. The Martinez family has also become pillars of the Dallas community and history.
Had not been to Dallas for several years and was really missing great Texmex food. My friends said we have to go to El Fenix as it's a Dallas institution for great Mexican food. It was my first time...
Had a simple meal, cheese enchilada and soft beef taco. Very good as always. Waiter was Mingo. Best as always. Food was served quickly, hot, and as ordered. Management came around several times to...
I came here with a large group. There were many large groups. They did keep the chips and salsa coming. I wasn't expecting the best. I was lucky my food came out quickly. It was ok. I had heard great...
