# El Merendero > Vintage design shapes a cozy, clean space with a pleasant atmosphere. Old Mexican ladies often fill the restaurant, creating a warm, authentic vibe. Reasonable prices complement standout dishes like refried beans, shrimp enchiladas, and flan. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ElMerendero4 - Address: 5443 S 12th Ave, Tucson, Arizona, United States - Phone: +15202941522 - Website: http://elmerenderotucson.com/ ## What it is good for - Seafood — 9.2/10 - Food — 8.6/10 - Mexican Food — 7.4/10 - Salsa — 5.6/10 ## What people say - "I found the food here to be delicious and tasty." - "The Mexican food here is delicious, especially the chips and salsa." - "The seafood here is huge and flavorful, especially the shrimp." ## Good to know - Reservations are not required but recommended during peak hours. - The restaurant closes at 9pm on Saturdays, so plan accordingly. - Expect a $20 minimum spend per person for dining. - Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered. - The restaurant is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. ## 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.