El Asadero Mexican Bar & Grill

4.4 ( 1161 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
1081 Smiley Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45240, United States
+1 513-407-3582

El Asadero Mexican Bar & Grill, located at 1081 Smiley Ave, Cincinnati, is rapidly gaining a reputation for exceptional Mexican cuisine and an inviting atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the quality of food, particularly dishes like the carne tampiquena and a variety of tacos, all made with fresh, authentic ingredients that tantalize the taste buds. Diners rave about the vibrant environment, enhanced by friendly staff and entertaining features such as live music and balloon animals for kids.

Many patrons, like Anita Eulenburg, appreciate the well-crafted margaritas and the festive vibe that makes it an ideal spot for celebrations. However, a couple of reviews did note that there are charges for chips and salsa, a detail that didn't deter overall enjoyment. The diverse menu offers both traditional favorites and unique specialties, making it a delightful choice for all ages. Even on special occasions, the staff's accommodating nature and the energetic setting make guests feel cherished—a sentiment echoed by Julie in her birthday celebration experience.

In summary, El Asadero is a must-visit for any Mexican food lover looking for authenticity, fun, and flavor all wrapped in one lively package.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has fireplace
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has live music
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For El Asadero Mexican Bar & Grill

Anita Eulenburg
Jul 10,2025
Great spot for mexican! Great margs, friendly staff, and quality food! If you are looking for a fun spot that's good, this is it. Convenient location off 275. Plenty to offer here, fun celebrations too. We will be back!
Rae Rose
Jun 24,2025
Very fun, good vibes, kind waitresses. Only downside is they charge you for chips and salsa even tho you don’t ask for it. Pretty much paying for the atmosphere. Our bill was 65 not including tip for 2 meals. It is a very fun atmosphere tho, nice people. There’s a lady who does ballon animals. And they had a live band.
Rob Curtis
May 16,2025
Our waiter only asked some of us if we wanted appetizers, so my app came out with my food. It's not a really big deal, though. The food was absolutely amazing! Hands down the best Mexican restaurant I've been to! We had a large party, and everything (except my app) went smoothly. The managers even helped out.
Brian Steenhoek
May 15,2025
You have to try their carne tampiquena and variety of tacos. Fresh made to order with authentic ingredients that will make your mouth water. Nice size steak and generous portions.
julie
Apr 26,2025
We came in later than expected due to other events for my son's birthday. They were so nice and accommodating! He loves birria & the birria pizza did not disappoint! The bacon fries were also delicious and different. The menu is very very diverse and full of traditional food as well as uncommon dishes. You will be sure to find something for everybody. The energy is unmatched especially for birthday celebrations. They made my son feel so special. My only complaint is that there's no El Asadero closer to us in Cleveland!
Tom F.
Apr 3,2025
I’d give El Asadero 10 stars, if I could! We went there for the first time, on my birthday. Literally everything was top notch. The restaurant is very cool, and beautifully decorated. There’s a massive selection of drinks and food, and everything we tried was incredibly delicious. If you’re not in the mood for Mexican food, they also have steaks, pasta, burgers, etc. The atmosphere itself was so much fun, with flaming fajitas and smoking, sparkling drinks. Most of all, the staff members were extremely friendly & attentive. They made my birthday really special. We’re going back next week!
Julia Escobar Villegas
Mar 25,2025
Excellent experience. The restaurant is beautifully decorated outside and inside. The food is delicious and beautifully decorated too! From the chips and salsa to tamales, carne asada, or and steak and shrimp, very single thing we tried was good (including charro beans and guacamole!) Nice, kind, quick service. Plenty of options in the menu. We had a great time and recommend this place to you. We will be back.
Aaron Wentling
Mar 19,2025
I'm sorry I am just finding out about this place. It's been there for a few years and I never noticed or disregarded it. The food is excellent, the drinks are exceptional. The prices are higher than average but not by much. The food quality and potion sizes justify paying a little more. The decorations and paintings are vibrant and fun to look at. The music gets pretty loud when they are busy, but was better on our second visit.

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