El Pueblito in Bracebridge

155 Manitoba St, Bracebridge, ON P1L 2B7, Canada

★★★★★
(995 reviews)
Categories: Mexican restaurant Gluten-free restaurant Health food restaurant Vegan restaurant Vegetarian restaurant

About

Authentic Mexican Food in Muskoka, offering homemade food cooked from the heart. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free available.

Website
elpueblitomuskoka.com
Address
155 Manitoba St, Bracebridge, ON P1L 2B7, Canada
Plus Code
2MVP+C4 Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12–8 PM
Wednesday
12–8 PM
Thursday
12–8 PM
Friday
12–9 PM
Saturday
12–9 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Fireplace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
995 reviews

Most Mentioned

margaritas (60) churros (45) vegan (22) patio (20) flautas (17) empanada (16) vegetarian (16) cottage (6) birria de res (5) gluten free (5)
5 stars
773
4 stars
144
3 stars
30
2 stars
14
1 stars
34
★★★★★
December 17, 2024

This place is an amazing cozy gem, the way the food is served, plated and tasted was amazing. Their horchata is yummy, nachos are freshly made and we loved the burrito and flautas de pollo - a must! Don’t skip this place, is too good! 😊

★★★★
October 12, 2024

We liked that Yulie was good with everyone, but we're upset with the way Mackenzie treated us with racism. I guess you guys need to train your employees better to treat everyone fairly. Main course - El Vegano was tasty 🫶 Dessert - Flan was too good 🤭

★★★★★
August 31, 2024

Crowded for a reason! Excellent food, great potions and a lot of happy people. Expect a wait. Rattle the mirracas in the bucket on the shelf to either annoy the people beside you or get the waiter to seat you. Regardless, the food is worth it the staff friendly, the vibe is definately mexican!

★★★★★
August 17, 2024

Happy to find this place through Google. Delicious Mexican food in Bracebridge. We started with the chips and pico- everything fresh and surprisingly tasty pico. We had the classic margaritas, fresh lime juice, again delicious. I had the taco birria de res. Tasty and rich. I enjoyed it but wouldn’t order again. My wife had chicken tácitos, very good. Our server was quick and friendly.

★★★★★
August 8, 2024

Already obsessed with El Pueblito. Such a classic little spot, right on Manitoba St, with brilliant service and food made with love. You can truly tell that every detail has been thought of, whether it’s having loads of vegan options available, or having fresh local pickerel available as the fish taco of the day. A perfect blend of authentic Mexican creativity with Ontario local food. The food is so fresh, so flavourful, and so considered. I wish I had more space in my stomach to just keep eating- luckily, they also have freshly frozen food available at the front of the store in case you want to have more later! 10/10 would recommend, if you couldn’t tell already!

★★★★★
July 2, 2024

We stopped in here on our way to Algonquin, so happy we did. The food was amazing, the beer was cold and our server was fantastic. They have so many food options to choose from and the food came out quickly. The restaurant it's self was beautiful, it was filled with Mexican decor. It added a nice touch to the dining experience. If you are every in the neighborhood, check this place out. Thanks El Pueblito for a perfect experience.

★★★★
June 14, 2024

Date of Visit: May 2, 2024 Enchiladas with salsa verde Chicken Mole. We stopped into Gravenhurst on our way back from a quick Day trip to see the Giant Heads in Burk’s Falls. Most restaurants were closing soon, so we had limited options and decided on Al Pueblito Mexican. We ordered Enchiladas with Salsa Verde, and Chicken Mole. The food was tasty, well-presented, and full of flavour. 
We also enjoyed Margaritas. This restaurant is a tiny little hole-in-the-wall type of establishment that you may not notice when driving by. 
Inside - there was one man working/serving the entire restaurant. The food came to our table very quickly, and was served piping hot and was delicious. This is a good little spot for a meal. - seems like a locals favourite as it was packed. The menu is not huge, and options like “salsa verde” or regular salsa - do not allow for substitutions.

★★★★★
May 18, 2024

My husband and I stumbled upon this little gem in the heart of bracebridge and would hands down come back for more. The food was incredible, amazing flavour and friendly and FAST service! Highly recommend this spot and we will definitely be back for more! The serving sizes were generous and the margaritas are delicious as well!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2024

Vegetarian options: Fantastic vegan options! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 14, 2024

Great authentic food! Kid-friendliness: They have highchair and changing pad. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 7, 2024

Wonderful food excellent staff and authentic food Vegetarian options: A number of great options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 7, 2024

Loved it what a blast for the ER party

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

What an authentic Mexican experience!! The food was amazing, Melene was superb and provided us with a very warm and friendly service- it reminded us of living in Mexico again this is a MUST go in Bracebridge. We look forward to coming back mostly for the mezcal margararitas but the food was top notch also. Highly recommend!! Celiac friendly, the most authentic Mexican food in Muskoka :) Thanks for being here we LOVED it! Do not miss this place xx

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Delicious food. Excellent service. I would love to return and try more of the dishes! I only had the flautas de pollo which was excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Very authentic mexican place, really nice staff and fast service. The food is delicious, the portions are relatively small.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Clean restaurant with nice ambiance. Our hostess greeted us with a friendly smile and we were well liked after during our meal. We all enjoyed our meals and will be happy to come back

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Great food!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Had a fantastic dinner here. We had the Flautas de Pollo and the steak burrito. Both meals were excellent, and the servers were friendly and attentive. Looking forward to coming here again and sampling more of the menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Enchiadas were the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Delicious. Incredible service. Worth the wait. Celiac-safe (gluten free) and vegetarian friendly for sure. We will be back! Vegetarian options: Lots of amazing veg options all noted on the menu. Very vegetarian friendly! Dietary restrictions: Celiac safe (gluten free) options; lots of dairy free options; very knowledgeable about dietary restrictions. Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly food and service. We had to wait 45 mins to be seated (which was 100% worth it!) so just plan ahead if you are bringing kids. Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant interior and restaurant bathroom (upstairs) are wheelchair accessible.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Good food and very friendly staff. I love the atmosphere there.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

So good!!!

★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Waited over an hour for some mediocre tacos. Not a fan

September 21, 2024

Been a regular and always have had a great dining experience with food and service however today it was a major disappointment . Service was slow, burrito when served was not even warm. Our server agreed and said he would get another for us. The same one came back 10 min later even cooler than before. Probably our last time dining in the restaurant, next time we will do take out as at least you can warm it up in the microwave.

September 21, 2024

Waited 1 hour for take-out. When original timing was 20 minutes. Will NEVER be back. Tacos were also not even good after waiting that long.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

The owner is incredible. She is so warm and inviting. If you go a few times she even remembers your favorite dishes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Super friendly staff, great environment and generous portions. Have your food as mild or spicy as you like it. And if the food wasnt marvellous enough, the fresh to order Churros and homemade ice cream are worth the trip all by themselves. If you come to Muskoka and dont go to El Pueblito - you have missed out.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Food was absolutely amazing and definitely represented true authentic Mexican food, huge portions and amazing owner our favourite was the pico dish with the corn chips! Not to mention this place is pet friendly and they are super welcoming to furry friends. Be prepared to love this place, it s truly a gem!!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing food and eye for detail was incredible. The presentation was exceptional. A go to whenever someone comes to visit. A true Muskoka gem! Gracias! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Having lived in Mexico, can attest this place is serving authentic Mexican flavors and food. Delicious flavors, cold Mexican beer, authentic tasting salsas and friendly staff make it a winning combination for Muskoka. Thanks for the lovely experience, can t wait to come back again

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Friendly people.. good mexican food. Like gome

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

1st time very enjoyable and food was very fresh and good quality and well prepared.

★★★
August 21, 2024

First time visiting this restaurant. The food and waitress were great; however, the hostess was rude and mean. We were a family with two kids trying to decide on whether the menu had something kid-friendly while still outside of the restaurant but within the fenced area. The hostess told us that we needed to either ask to be seated or wait on the sidewalk, but that we couldnt be there. It is noted that at this time the restaurant just opened and there was only one couple inside. We understand that if the restaurant was busy, we may be on the way for others, but this was not the case. We regret not leaving right then, but our kids were hungry and tired and didnt want to keep on looking for another place. Usually, restaurants are accommodating with families. At the end of the day, the overall experience left a sour taste with all of us, and we will not return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Delicious food. Surprisingly quick, too. The owners are very kind. Authentic. I go here for gluten free options when I want to eat out. All of the tacos should be gluten free, just double check. Mole is gluten free, last time I checked. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free (celiac)

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Great food and great staff!

★★★★
August 21, 2024

Seriously a great choice for Mexican cuisine. We did take out, but the employees were very kind while I waited. Food was great. Portion sizes are quite large, so don t be deterred by the price. Definitely recommend

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Delicious!, clean and great service

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Delicious lunch. Great Mole. Tried to go for dinner but 35 minute wait. This is a fabulous restaurant but please take reservations to avoid disappointment. Definitely coming back....early! Thank you!!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Wonderful food and excellent service! We will definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Always great food & service. Thanks again. See you soon!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

perfect MX experience. clean WC also part of the MX concept. nice MX deco, efficient HVAC, very kind staff, MX music. free street parking. high Q/P

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Best place to have authentic Mexican food.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

We have dined here many times. It s our favourite place to eat in Bracebridge. The food is excellent, the atmosphere is relaxed and I recommend El Pueblito to all my friends.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

ALWAYS the total package at this beautiful restaurant - best mexican restie outside of Mexico!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Dynamite Mexican food and friendly staff! Loved the Birria de res!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Best place to eat in Bracebridge! Dietary restrictions: Great gluten free options! Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Excellent, fresh, delicious food! Will definitely put this on my list of must return to places when I m in the area!

★★★★
July 21, 2024

Great tasting food, servicer was nice but took a long time for meals.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Wonderful steak burrito. Very friendly staff. Great music and cozy environment.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

First place in Canada, which made me feel like I was in Mexico.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Lovely people, wonderful food, cheerful atmosphere, delicious cocktails. Been twice, just as good both visits. Dietary restrictions: So helpful with restrictions around dairy and gluten.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Always a good time eatin here

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

The food and margaritas were very good. The dog friendly patio is always a plus for us.

July 21, 2024

The lady with the accent (server) was very rude with her answers. As if she did not want to serve us. The other staff members (Asian girl and front counter girl) were very kind and pleasant. Too bad. The place seemed nice but not nice enough to put up with rudeness.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great food, loved this place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

This is the very authentic Mexican restaurant. Prepared with love! Good beverage selections.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Great food ,good service , nice clean restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

What a great place! The food was outstanding.

★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Not that great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Its my go to for date night. Aways great. Great people making great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Just amazing, five stars across the board. No reservations so you need to be early or be prepared to wait. We were there at 5 on a Saturday, second table there but a full house with a lineup when leaving at 6.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Everything is wonderful, the food, the service, the place, the products, the people, you have to get to know it, you will fall in love with this beautiful and delicious place. If you want to eat authentic Mexican food Here is the correct place. Kid-friendliness: Kids will love the desserts And the environment

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Everything is delicious, the atmosphere is very nice, excellent service . Definitely It has the season of Mexican food. Its authentic Mexican food. The delicious desserts Kid-friendliness: The children feel at home. Are . excellent hosts. Definitely We will return many times

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

We discovered this spot a few years ago while driving through town and have made it a point to visit whenever we are in the area. Portions are generous and prices reasonable. Food and service have always been awesome and the Margarita nights, well sometimes I prefer to let someone else drive because they are soooo good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Delicious food and friendly staff. The atmosphere was pretty relaxed too. It was great for those of us just passing through to cottage country.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Ordered takeout April 2024. The order was ready to go and packaged well. The staff are friendly the restaurant atmosphere is welcoming. The food was amazing. Best Mexican food around.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Come here pretty regularly and always look forward to the next time. My personal favourite is the Enchilada with chicken and Salsa Verde.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Delicious, yummy, authentic food. Highly recommend coming here for a good meal. The server was also so nice and sweet.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

We had the pleasure of dinning here , it was absolutely great food ! Would highly recommend this restaurant . The only thing I would change is the lighting , it s a little too bright . But the food was great the staff and owner were really nice .

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Have been going for years. Food is always great. Fresh, great looking and tasty. Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Some nice staples on the menu and great specials. Staff are friendly. Fun vibe with colourful decorations. Can get busy but worth the visit. Don t forget to try the hot sauce. Vegetarian options: Some good appetizer and main menu options. So you can go and have different things each time. Fresh and great tasting. Parking: Plenty of street parking.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Food is amazing. Too bad they are so far from us

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Several vegan options. I loved the flauta and mango margaritas Vegetarian options: Vegan options available Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian foods Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Not only has it got a great vibe, thats obviously from the owners love of her home country, but the food is high quality. So many places all taste the same these days, since the suppliers are the same and their products are average. This restaurant is the real deal. Prices are good also.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Nice place and excellent service

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Fantastic in all regards. We will be back and will bring friends! Thank you. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Go for the food; stay for the margaritas and the artwork. Stopped here on a weekend trip north from Toronto. Lots of places are closed outside cottage season and we weren t sure what to expect. The food was delicious, the decor was fantastic and the hostess/waitress/owner was lovely. Absolutely would return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Best mexican in town

★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

I spent my Birthday there for dinner, the wait for a table hurt my old bones.The tequila shot helped.sorry about the little shot glass.We were a party of 10. My meal was a delicious birria burrito. Mexican is not for everyone. But the majority enjoyed. This is not Taco Bell.my wife and I dream of returning. Have the Churros.6 each.oh heaven.Thanks El Publito.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Frist time at El Pueblito and BY FAR, let me say that again, BY FAR!! One of the best Mexican restaurants i have been to. Food is amazing. I had the tacos and by far one of the best tacos Ive ever eaten. Drinks were so good! I would say if you havent been here before you have to come here!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

The food is great! I felt like in Mexico

★★
March 21, 2024

Exceptional food but service to be desired.. very busy but what does it take to say hello. The young gentleman waiter would rather be somewhere else. When you work for your tips, making your customers feel welcome goes very far for a good tip hence , why he did not get a good one. we asked for water and he brought one glass! And not even cold I ve never experienced a waiter who ever did that. We had no friendly conversation or anything close to it not even a Hello or how are you this evening!!! I think you should know how the service was.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

During my visit to Bracebridge, my dining experience at El Pueblito stood out as a highlight. The Birria tacos, enhanced with cheese, were exceptionally flavorful, ranking among the best I have ever savored. The owner and staff exhibited a commendable level of friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. The El Pueblito margarita complemented the tacos perfectly, and the irresistible churros were a delightful conclusion to the meal. Overall, the ambiance of the restaurant was enjoyable and added to the positive dining experience.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

10/10 tacos and Mexican Caesars! Staff and food are always amazing. Thanks again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

100 % recommended, extraordinary food, lovely service. Thanks God bless

★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

27th of Jan-2024. We came for lunch. Our first visit. The restaurant was buzzing! The staff was very pleasant to interact with. The food was amazing. Do not think of chain food here. Everything is made right here, using own recipes. If you think, you dont like Mexican food, come in here and taste for yourself how good it can be. Entrees are between $20 and $24. A Margarita small $16. What turned us off, was the aggressive tipping screen on the payment machine, starting at $18%. Vegetarian options: There are a handful of very yummy vegetarian options on the menu, which we very much appreciated.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Authentic Mexican delicious food, great service, excellent music, reasonable prices. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Best Mexican food in town!!

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Just wow! Very kind and friendly service! But the food! Omg! Wow! Took a bit of time because everything is made fresh to order. But absolutely worth the wait! Birria tacos is definitely where its at! Will be back for sure

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Fantastic, authentic Mexican Cuisine!! Great service, beautiful artwork, and a cute store. Also, frozen prepared meals to purchase. No reservations, but the wait is totally worth it! My only wish would be dimmer lighting at dinner time. We cant wait to go back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Not from these parts, just here working for few days Stopped in here and it was like I went to Mexico. Pure authentic Mexican restaurant. Lovely atmosphere and great customer service. I had Tamarind juice and Tortilla soup. Followed by chicken flutes. All delicious and authentic. Will definitely be back here. Adios

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

I have never had authentic Mexican food before and it was amazing. I recommend this restaurant to everyone. Love love.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

My all time favourite place. Phenomenal margaritas and outstanding food. My mouth drools just thinking of it! I wish I remembered to take a picture of my meal but I literally can t stop shovelling it into my mouth long enough to take a photo. The staff always makes us feel welcome and are so friendly and wonderful. We love you El Pueblito!!

January 21, 2024

The owner lacks kindness. The waiters 5 stars. Excellent food

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Delicious food, pleasant staff

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Absolute gem! Great authentic Mexican food. Found this restruant on our way back to Hamilton from the cottage, reviews looked good so we stopped in. The reviews were spot on, everything from the food, drinks to the service were excellent! Unfortunately they dont take reservations, its small place and it was packed however its worth the wait if you have the time! Thanks for a great night well be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Great meal, fresh ingredients, fast friendly service. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The best churros!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The service is excellent and the food is fantastic.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Authentic cuisine and Margaritas!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I found this place while driving up north with my family, and well, it s a gem! The place is fun and cozy, the food is amazing - many vegan options! Couldn t recommend more! Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian options available.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Awesome food and service. Just do it! Guacamole was fabulous and the fish tacos delicious. The refried beans are the best I ve ever had anywhere. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

A real authentic Mexican experience right here in Muskoka! It s family-run, homemade, fresh and super tasty! The decor and music are The Real Deal! I ve vowed to eventually have everything on the menu. Great spot!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Fantastic shrimp tacos. Authentic flavours. Delicious corn tortillas. Pico de Gallo was perfect. All homemade. Great service

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We went with a group of friends with our Samoyed dogs to the patio at El Pueblito. Well what a little gem of a restaurant. The staff were so sweet and even brought out bowls of water for our dogs. The food was really great. Best avocado dip I ve had and amazing tacos as well. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Everything is made from scratch and oh so good. And the margaritas wow very yummy!! I had the mango one. It was so good. Great experience and great food. I highly recommend stopping into this restaurant if you are in Bracebridge.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great Mex food! Definitely will be back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This little gem of a restaurant is fantastic!! The atmosphere, the staff and the FOOD is top notch. A must stop while in Bracebridge.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Salsa dancing was so much fun! I had a great time! Parking: Street parking and other free parking near by. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Most authentic Love it!!!! Love the El Pueblito margarita!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food huge portions and love a place with lots of veggie and vegan choices!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We went for a late lunch on Friday Jun 30th 2023 and had one of the best meals we ve ever had in these past few years ! Definitely the best Mexican food in Ontario we ve had. We took the tostado de Tinga de Pollo as a shared appetizer, and for main course we had the Tacos - Birria de Res, Flautas de Pollo and the Empanada - Carne Deshebrada. Everything was fresh, hot and oh so delicious! The portions were generous and filled with sauces that rounded up the dish extremely well. The corn-based empanada was big, and both soft inside and crispy on the outside. It came with crunchy lettuce and vegetables plus saucers on top. The four of us shared an order of 4 churros for desserts, which were again freshly made to order and very good size. We had the El Pueblito Margarita and it contained some many refreshing flavours, each sip for better than the one before and complemented the food really well. Our waitress was super friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We tried to go back two days but realized they were closed on Sunday. Oh and their patio is dog friendly so we were able to bring our sheepadoodle with us and prices for the value were incredible! Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great place hidden away. You will love it ...real Mexican food. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

O M G. Run don t walk. This restaurant delivers nothing but flavour and freshness. I have literally never had a bad meal here. The staff is friendly and helpful. If I could I d eat their food every day. It s still fresh and amazing when you get take out. Do not miss your opportunity to eat here :) Dietary restrictions: Also cater to vegans, vegetarians and I believe gluten free

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Recommended by local friends, we went at around 5:30pm Saturday night (8 July 2023). Ordered the Guacamole con Totopos, Carne Asada Burrito, Birria de Res Tacos, and Churros. Portion sizes were decent, lots of filling for the burrito - decent sized steak bites throughout. One can taste cilantro in every bite, a bonus for cilantro lovers. Taco meat (beef) was tender and had good flavour, decent amount compared to other restaurants. Busy but no line ups.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This is a really unique restaurant located in a town where fish and chips, burgers, and french onion soup are the norm. Authentic Mexican menu coupled with great family owned restaurant service. Worth many repeat visits! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Very delicious and great atmosphere. Loved the music and decor

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food and generous portions. Reasonable prices. Good customer service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food here was incredible. Good portions too. It took a while for us to place our order which was concerning however we received our meals so quickly. They were flavourful and it was delicious. Margueritas were fantastic too! Highly recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent and typical Mexican food - flavours just like in Mexico, which is not that easy to find. Service can be a little slower due to popularity. Only thing I would improve is bringing water and not diluting marguaritas aside from this is was perfect

December 21, 2023

First time at this restaurant, as part of a first time travel to Canada. Came in a large group with seniors. Teenager 1 confirmed, the waiting time is 30 minutes for two tables to be joined together, but there is a table for 4 empty, and the seniors in my party can sit on that whilst waiting for the other table to clear. Teenager 2 came out and advised the seniors cannot sit there and have to wait for the other table to become available. I then asked a lady with an accent if she was the manager and she completely ignored me, and started shuffling menus. Asked the same question again, and she told me to speak to the host. I said no, I am speaking to you about the misinformation provided to me. She told me to lower my voice and walked away. 45 minutes later, we were seated. And I came to understand that the lady was in fact the owner. At the end if the meal, a 20% gratuity was added without any prior knowledge and without any note on the menu. Absolute shambles of a place, service was so poor and the lady who owns the place, hats off to you for setting a great example - you should be embarrassed of yourself and your wait staff. I can only assume that the local Canadian population have low standards with regards to service! Will never recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada. PS. Instead taking ownership for the ridiculous service, the owner decides to reply with an implicit defence. Also, the food is not even real Mexican food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious Mexican food every time Ive come here. The Agua Horchata is truly the reason I come back, it is delicious on a hot summer day. Ive only had one issue here and that is a mix up in our food selection. However, I gave them another chance and my most recent meal here was delicious and accurate.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Absolutely hands down the best authentic Mexican cuisine I have had the pleasure of eating. Everything we ordered was absolutely excellent. Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Vegetarian options: Great vegan options clearly labeled on the menu! Loved the flautas! Kid-friendliness: No kids menu but willing to accommodate special requests!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Food fresh and very tasty. Service great. Great Mexican restaurant

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This is a favourite restaurant in Bracebridge. They welcome you like family. Theres lots of variety in the menu and the Margaritas are a local specialty. And their patio is dog friendly.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This was our first time eating here, and we had lunch on the patio. The food was great and our host was polite and friendly. I loved the decor too. Great vegan and vegetarian options. We will be dining here again and again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We had a great time, wonderful food in a beautiful town. Definitely recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This is the BEST restaurant we have been to in a long time. The food was fresh, fast and delicious. The service impeccable, and the interior spotless. Amazing!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food, servers were super kind, and atmosphere was wonderful!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food, perfect vibes, super kind server, just the right mexican-vibes experience

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food great staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Easily the best Mexican food Ive had since our trip to Mexico. Service is prompt, bathrooms are spotless as is this whole place. An amazing experience

★★★★
December 21, 2023

It was crazy busy when we got there, but the staff was amazing getting a table very fast, food was really good and the atmosphere was fantastic. Dietary restrictions: Celiac friendly

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

i only give reviews that are 5* across the board and in all my travels, including mexico city, Lima, Barcelona (all food meccas), I have to say this is in the top 5 of all mexican food and drinks, plus their cozy, warm and family like service was beyond compare! I will return again and again to this place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The best restaurant in Bracebridge amazing food and drinks

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Exceptional! Great food, great ambiance, great service. Finally found a good taco place in Canada in the most unexpected places. It was delicious, the guacamole is a must have and so are all the tacos. Scarfed down with multiple glasses of horchata with music blaring in my ears, eating tacos after other, a little bit of chiquilin. The tortillas are always fresh and taste of corn as they should. The service is great and the owner is a very sweet lady who enjoys what she does. Do not miss out of bottles of tajin that you can buy from the front counter along with a tshirt of Frida Kahlo Vegetarian options: A good selection of something vegetarian in each of the sections from the main dishes, to tacos and even quesadillas.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

What a pleasant surprise. I had the guac+tortillas and the tiger shrimp tacos. These specific tacos were better than almost all of the hipster-tacos that Ive had in Toronto! Will definitely be back and bring friends/family. ps - the interior is charming and the bathrooms are clean.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

One of the best meals of my life. We liked it so much we went back the following day.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My boyfriend and I come here all the time whenever he comes to visit and its always the best experience. Last time I was there, the waiter remembered what we ordered on our previous visit which was so impressive! The staff is so lovely and always welcomes us with a smile :) My boyfriend and I are advocates for the birria tacos and mango margaritas and if you truly wanna treat yourself, end the night with some of their churros. Such a lovely restaurant, Im so glad they exist and so does my boyfriend that he wants to become an El Pueblito affiliate :) Wish I could eat here every single day, 24/7 365 days a week!!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing and authentic Mexican food and you definitely won t find another place like it in Muskoka. I have gotten many dishes for take-out which have been hot and fresh when picked them up. El Pueblito has high quality food with great staff and management. Dietary restrictions: Provide vegan and gluten free options

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We Love El Pueblito!!! Best Restaurant in Bracebridge, Best Mexican Food in Ontario! And Best friendly staff! Viva Mexico Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Was there on Sept 9 for lunch. Great service and food. Was in the area for the weekend and wanted to check it out.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Really good, authentic, Mexican food. Definitely at Canadian prices though, so take that into consideration. But if youre missing some delicious Mexican food, this is the place.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent authentic Mexican on Main St Bracebridge. Really enjoyed, including the guava Margherita. Lots of gf options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

delicious food and friendly waiters

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Love this little restaurant, good is great and authentic, price is right, service is the best!!! Vegetarian options: Verizon options available

★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food was delicious ! Great flavours and had decent portions. Nachos and guacamole were delicious ! And the churros - to die for. Pricy, but mostly worth it. I had high expectations for the classic margarita but was quite disappointed in the fact there was sprite in it. Just not classic margarita flavour and seemed like a filler.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Cute spot with fantastic service and even more fantastic food! We got margaritas, the fish ceviche, guac, birria tacos and the chicken flautas. Everything was delicious! Will definitely visit here again next time we re in Bracebridge or the surrounding area, not just for the food and drinks, but to be able to wear the sombreros while dining Hope to be back again soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Absolutely fantastic restaurant!! The food was excellent. The service was perfect. Authentic food and generous portion sizes. No pictures because we ate it all so fast, so good!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Real deal. Server was super sharp to get food to the kids really quick (after Santas village) which brought them back to life - and kept the service top notch when the Saturday dinner rush hit. Food was amazing and the interior / art were awesome as well. No complaints Kid-friendliness: They asked for another quesadilla and theyre very picky

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Super good food! Nicely decorated and very clean. Servers are super friendly, also had very nice music playing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Very much enjoyed the decor, the food and the service. Two thumbs up!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best Mexican in the heart of Muskoka!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I went with a friend recently and had a great experience. The staff was great and the restaurant is authentic and bright and interesting to be in. Meals were generous and yummy. I was expecting more flavour (steak burrito), the steak was great but I felt it s delicious-ness was covered by all the rice in the wrap. I even used the salad and sour cream looking white sauce. But I wanted more POP of flavour. Next time I will try the tocos with the steak because I bet it s a better ratio to let the steak shine! Highly recommend. Will return. Parking: They don t have a parking lot. They are in the downtown area so there s usually street parking available.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Absolutely fantastic experience. Food was authentic and delicious, service was very friendly and efficient. Definitely must visit again.

Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Service was rude. The 2 ladies that served us were very mean. The food is ok. There werent any vegetarian options that were not spicy so I ended up eating something I didnt want which was the only thing I could eat. I would not recommend it. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This place is banging. An absolute must for all.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Love Spanish / Mexican Food . its soooo Good fresh , Authentic, warm , food made with love! Parking: During end of summer not busy at all for parkimg but during summer o man its tricky

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

No 1 on my list for Tacos.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food is amazing!!! Staff was very friendly. They accommodated us when they did it have too and we had a great meal as a result. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food was very tasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Outstanding service! Delicious authentic food! A joyous atmosphere! I would highly recommend this restaurant - one of my favourite spots Ive ever dined at. The staff and owner are a delight!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Staff were friendly and attentive.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Spread the word!! My experience was truly exceptional, from the delicious Mexican cuisine to the top notch service and the beautifully appointed dining room. (There are enough 5 star google reviews for this establishment to give you a sense that this is a quality establishment, nevertheless, my thoughts below.) The menu offered a variety of Mexican options, including vegan and vegetarian. It was quite obvious that our dishes were prepared with care and creativity. I particularly enjoyed the chicken burrito, which was bursting with bold and savory Mexican flavours. The dining room was nicely decorated and had a warm and inviting atmosphere. The lighting was just right, and the tables were simply, yet tastefully set. The service was top notch. The server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They made excellent recommendations. We never felt rushed, even though they were busy. The server checked with us a couple of times during the meal without being intrusive to ensure everything was okay.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Friendly and prompt service. Kid friendly!! Just what we needed after swimming.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

My favourite Mexican restaurant. Very authentic.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Favorite restaurant in muskoka! Always a fun time

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The best mexican food outside of Mexico. Hands down.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food was amazing! Cozy atmosphere!! Service was great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This is an authentic Mexican restaurant. Food tastes better than in Mexico.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Best mexican food Ive had in a while. As good as the better ones in Toronto and Ive tried a few.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I walked from the Bridge Manitoba St; Bracebridge, on both sides today and this restaurant; is by far the cleanest and the glass everything sparkling ... I found my new payday place to dine..

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Easily the best restaurant in town. Amazing food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Incredible atmosphere and delicious food. Excellent service. Highly recommend going here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

What a discovery! Went to Santa s Village and sadly did a take out from this Mexican joint. Should have dined-in. The owner is passionate about what she does and it reflects in the food and service. The non-alcoholic mocktails were the best by far - try all flavors - guava, mango, pineapple and tamarind! Yes, tamarind - one of the most refreshing drink I ever had. The owner recommended vegetarian burrito and tacos along with guacamole & chips. Working through the dishes was a journey that took us to different places during different times! Everything was very distinct, flavorful and satisfying. The ambience is amazing - a colourful combination of Mexican colors, art and flavor. A must try.