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Cafe Ole'

119 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001-5738
928-774-8272
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Ranked #94 of 191 restaurants in Flagstaff
Price range: $6 - $6
Cuisines: Mexican, Vegetarian
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner
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Flagstaff, Arizona
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

Mexican food -- should not be bland!! I'm not saying I need my Mexican food hot n spicy. But, it should be aromatic, and tasty. The food is fresh; The taste and the texture -- is boring! A Mexican restaurant, should have a red salsa. This place only serves a verde (Green) salsa, that is OK, but if you ask... More

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Nederland, Colorado
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64 reviews 64 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

We had lunch here on an off-season day and the restaurant was nearly empty. It shouldn't be. From the busy street-front, Cafe Ole' looks tiny, but there is generous seating inside and in the outside patio. The patio looked pleasant, though it was a bit chilly outside, so we dined inside. The interior is highly decorated in a Mexican theme.... More

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Salmon Arm
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33 reviews 33 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

A funky little Mexican folk art restaurant on run down Main street. A real little Jem with good food friendly staff and a potful of Virgin of Guadalupe s. Don't miss "Mole Monday" if you are in that cool (temperature and otherwise) town.

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Midlothian, Virginia, United States
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

(and I grew up in S. Tx) -- fresh, tasty, just the right amount of heat & a variety of textures. Cool decor. Our large group did not have to wait too long for our food. Excellent, citrusy margaritas. Ladies, don't miss the Dia de los Muertos restroom.

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See 6 more reviews by Kathleen R for Flagstaff
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12 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013 via mobile

Great vegetarian tamales, calabacitas, etc. It's really best in summer because of the beautiful patio, fountain, and the view of the sunset.

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Northern Arizona
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31 reviews 31 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

I heart Cafe Ole! No lard and many vegetarian and gluten-free options. Best patio in town in the summers and may I recommend "Mole Monday"? Super fun atmosphere and the owners and staff are amazing. Not a good place to go if your in a hurry but a great escaper from your work day or a great way to kick... More

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Flagstaff, Arizona
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62 restaurant reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2013

We have gone here multiple times. Each time we waited awhile for our food, but it has always been worth it. Our favorite time is brunch.

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Flagstaff, Arizona
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126 reviews 126 reviews
108 restaurant reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

Wonderful old building. Excellent service. Excellent food. No other mexican restaurant in Flagstaff is nearly as good.

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Flagstaff
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2012

Does not accommodate large parties well. Told the manager we would not be visiting again after I walked out to see her yelling at a larger party. Several of the party only had card rather than cash to pay for meal. The table had to be broken up in separate checks. This message was not relayed properly by the server... More

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Clarkdale, Arizona
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2012

This place has a fun local, popular with college students. The interior is wonderful, filled with colorful Mexican pottery and a relaxed atmosphere. Companions and I had a working lunch here on a weekday afternoon, and were surprised to find the place empty. After waiting a long time for food to arive, we could understand why. We also found portions... More

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