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El Alma South, Austin, TX

El Alma South

4.8
4.8
226 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
4521 West Gate Blvd, Austin, TX 78745-1409

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
El Alma's menu is a vibrant take on the contemporary flavors of Mexico, that also features local ingredients like redfish, lamb, and Texas quail. Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas approaches the food as if you were a guest dining in her own home.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 351-8010
  • Website
    https://www.elalmacafe.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    4521 West Gate Blvd, Austin, TX 78745-1409
  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 226 people are saying

El Alma South reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Mexican

  • Austin

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Alma South impresses with "excellent food and service," offering authentic Mexican flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. The expanded location provides "ample parking" and spacious seating, enhancing the dining experience. Guests rave about the attentive staff, delicious cocktails, and standout dishes like duck enchiladas and shrimp tacos. A "perfect spot" for dining with family and friends.
226 Reviews

  1. Saul

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service!!

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  2. Dan

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From making the reservation for a large party (12) to final payment, El Alma exceeded expectations. Unique, delicious menus choices from Appetizers, Main Items, Cocktails, Sides and Desserts….ALL, were outstanding. Service with a smile, efficient and attentive. A plus!

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  3. Nalini

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love going to El Alma South. The food is delicious and the service is excellent. The food tastes like authentic Mexican with special flavors.

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  4. Sofia

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant Excellent food and service Semi private room for privacy

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  5. Brad

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. Love the Tomatillo salsa. Mexican coffee is a must at brunch.

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  6. Charlotte

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Same great food as Barton Springs with parking and good flow through the restaurant’s main room.

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  7. Ann

    Austin6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a good experience. Had the BEST waiter and I’m so sorry I didn’t get his name! We had two noisy kids and a newborn; half of us were late because of horrendous traffic; and all were so stressed. Yet our waiter treated us (especially the 5-year-old) like royalty. And the food was delicious!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing from start to finish. Our server was so sweet, and we really felt taken care of. I’ll for sure be coming back more! ☺️

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing middle Mexico cuisine,amazingly priced and masterfully made! We frequent El Alma South often and love bringing family and friends here. The waitstaff are excellent and work as a team and from what I’ve asked, are treated and compensated fairly by their employers. I find value in that integrity. I’m not even acquainted with owners or management; just an honest assessment of my opinion and what I observe.

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  10. CAROLINE VIP

    Austin6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Love that El Alma expanded to the south location. Same great food with more parking and seating. Will be going back often.

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FAQs

El Alma South offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 351-8010.

El Alma South is rated 4.8 stars by 226 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 28 times today
Google Map for El Alma South

4521 West Gate Blvd, Austin, TX 78745-1409

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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