El Establo

There are better places to get authentic Mexican in the Roanoke Valley. My experience here wasn’t awful, but it just didn’t do it for me. Their fish tacos were adequate, the décor and atmosphere was fine, and the waitstaff was prompt and courteous. I will say their prices were quite low, but I’d rather pay more and get something considerably more satisfying. It was humdrum, basically.
A meh — Mexican restaurant, at best.

One of a new breed of Mexican restaurant in Roanoke that hasn’t «Anglo-​cized» its food for the natives. In fact, I was the only Anglo in the place the night I tried it. Bandamax was playing contemporary Mexican music on the TV, which gave the place nice atmosphere.
The food was well-​prepared, the portions were ample, the service was very good and the price was well-​worth the value delivered. I had the El Vaquero, which was steak and chicken grilled with onions and mushrooms in a light cheese sauce and served with rice and beans. I also had a nice, large, frosty mug of Dos Equis to go along with the meal. The total was more than Taco Bell, but about commiserate with what I’d expect for a decent evening meal.
Along with Alejandro’s, definitely one of the better options for Mexican food in the Star City.