El Viejon Mexican Grill & Cantina

McDonough, GA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in McDonough
#14
of 320 restaurants
City Percentile
90%
rating percentile
Address
El Viejon Mexican Grill & Cantina, 557 Jonesboro Rd, McDonough, GA 30253
Phone
(678) 884-5063
Website
www.elviejonmcdonough.com
Status
Closes soon · 10 PM · Opens 9 AM Sat

El Viejon Mexican Grill & Cantina is a restaurant located in McDonough, GA. It is one of 320 restaurants listed in McDonough. Its 4.8-star rating is above the McDonough city average of 4.1 stars. It ranks #14 of 320 restaurants in McDonough. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About El Viejon Mexican Grill & Cantina

Step into El Viejon Mexican Grill and Cantina and discover a vibrant world of authentic Mexican flavors! Opening July 2nd, 2025, we'll be serving up a delicious array of traditional Mexican breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes. Complement your meal... More

Hours

Friday9 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Eric Tucker · Jan 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best Kept Secret in McDonough, GA El VieJon Mexican Grill & Cantina is hands down one of McDonough’s best-kept secrets. It’s the only Mexican restaurant in McDonough serving a full breakfast every single day, and they absolutely get it right. The pancake sandwich is next level — fluffy, flavorful, and unlike anything else in town. Their omelets are easily the best in McDonough, made fresh, loaded with ingredients, and cooked perfectly every time. But breakfast is just the beginning. Their Mexican food is just as impressive. The tacos are authentic and packed with flavor, the fajitas come out sizzling and fresh, and the burritos, enchiladas, and quesadillas are generously portioned and perfectly seasoned. Everything tastes homemade, not rushed, and you can tell real care goes

★★★★★ 5.0 Ricky · Feb 2026

Great experience! Danny, the owner, and his wife were absolutely amazing, friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The service was excellent and the food was even better. I had the mild wings, and I also ordered the torta sandwich to go, which was packed with steak and chorizo and full of flavor. If you’re in the area, this place is a must-try, it’s definitely worth it. The prices are super reasonable, the drinks are delicious, and it’s officially my new go-to spot. Thanks for such an incredible first experience!

★★★★★ 5.0 Lrod · Mar 2026

This place, while a bit small, makes for a nice stop without all the hassle of larger chain restaurants. The food is fantastic and is well worth the price offered! Highly recommend to give it a try!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Drea A · Feb 2026

Really wanted to like it but when they send RAW food you just lose all your appetite. Called and they said they were aware it was raw and is made fresh… I get that but agauchile and ceviche are suppose to cook in lime juice for ATLEAST 30mins to 1hr.. please look at yalls shrimp before yall eat it! Ceviche and aguachile “cook” in lime juice … they need to get a white/pink color not fully gray. To the restaurant . A tip. If you use shrimp for both dishes , prep shrimp in lime juice every morning or every other morning, cut in butterfly and when needed for ceviche ,chop it up. (Keep in cooler in a sealed container) discard after 3 days , only make enough for 2/3 days I hope you all take my advice and although I’m hesistant to order again I will and hope to up my review! Trying really hard

★★★★★ 5.0 Lupe Medina · Sep 2025

Went Sunday morning for breakfast with my family and had great service, waitress was very friendly and accommodating. The food was on point, we enjoyed our visit and will definitely go back again!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurant

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