# EL CILANTRO MEXICAN GRILL > Modern, colorful space with a patio lit by string lights creates a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. Loud music fills both dining area and patio, making conversation difficult. Daily one-dollar tacos and fast, affordable food draw a steady crowd. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ELCILANTROMEXICANGRILL - Address: 1285 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, California, United States - Phone: +16193121141 - Website: http://www.elcilantroelcajon.com/ ## What it is good for - Authentic — 10/10 - Salsa — 9/10 - Cheap — 7.9/10 - Food — 7.7/10 - Breakfast — 7.5/10 - Late Night Spot — 7.5/10 - Breakfast Burrito — 7.5/10 - Fish Tacos — 6.9/10 - Taco — 6.6/10 - Seafood — 6.3/10 - Carne Asada — 6.2/10 - Mexican Food — 6.1/10 - Fish — 6/10 - Drive Thru — 5.5/10 ## What people say - "You have to try the tacos; they're fresh and generously filled." - "The seafood tacos here are excellent and affordable." - "The Drive Thru line can be a little slow sometimes." ## Good to know - The drive-thru hours are 24/7 for convenience. - Taco Tuesday offers dollar tacos, making it a budget-friendly option. - The restaurant is open until 3 AM for late-night cravings. - Expect long wait times in the drive-thru, around 20 minutes for orders. - The drive-through is fast and easy for quick service. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.