To me, the salsa is what determines the quality of the food because I eat the salsa on everything I order. The salsa at El Tio is the worst I have ever had and I have been to 100-s of Mexican restaurants. It has an...immediate chili powder taste that stuck with me for a solid day. It was so bad. We took our food home and reheated it using jarred Herdez salsa from our cabinet. Not impressed at all and dont understand how it is the # q overall restaurant in Gainesville.More

This is our "go-to" place on weekends when we are craving Mexican food. We can always count on a good meal and great service. Unlike the larger chain across the street (Uncle Julios), this place is clean, quiet and you don't have to wait in...line hours to eat. My only compaint would be that since the renovation, tables are too close together.More

What you can expect from a Mexican restaurant in a quick setting. Normal menu and food and beverage selection.

Went late one night last week. The chicken fajitas were great. Service was excellent and the price seemed reasonable.

The tacos and tostados salads are so good that I could eat here every day (almost.) The staff keeps the tables well stocked with chips and salsa too. My only complaint is the guacamole is very overpriced. Everything else is welcoming and pleasing.

Had dinner here with family last week. Quite a large seating area! Were seated immediately. Very friendly staff. Great food! The fajita and tacos were amazing! Do’nt miss! Great

I've been coming to this restaurant for the Las 11 years and the quality of this food is just amazing.... Very friendly environment and their hospitality is the best... I recommend this restaurant over all the restaurants that are around the area.

My family and I stopped at this restaurant prior to a concert at Jiffy Lube Live. Staff and manager were friendly and attentive. Food was the best Mexican food I’ve had in a long time. This will be my stop for any concert events in...the future.More

We were seated right away and excellent service did not stop there. Our food arrived hot, fresh, and delicious. I always get the chicken chimi and this visit did not disappoint.

I once thought El Tios was authentic and a littler cheaper than Uncle Julios. It is now overpriced, bad service, and the food is ok.

Very acceptable Mexican food. Is A bit expensive for the type of cuisine though. Good customer service and attention.

Our family visited to this favorite...great food, great service. My favorite is the chicken chimichangas...huge chunks of tender goodness!