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El Agave
Review
About
Features
CUISINES
Mexican, Southwestern
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
FEATURES
Full Bar
Parking Available
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
Parking Available
Does this restaurant accept reservations?
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Hours
Open until 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Contribute
3.9
41 reviews
Excellent
17
Very good
11
Average
9
Poor
1
Terrible
3
Jimbear
Fenton4565 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
The neighbors and us wanted Mexican for Saturday dinner. Without having to go too far from home, we picked El Agave. It's on the North side of Watson in a strip mall plaza with a new Aldis. It is fairly large with 1 section being a bar. They were offering their jumbo lime margaritas for $1 off or $8.99. They were not too tart and enjoyed. I had their chicken, shrimp and beef fajitas mix for $19.99. It was just average compared with other competitors and did not come with quacamole. She ordered a no. 8 combo and mistakenly received a no. 18. Our waiter hesitated but corrected the error. The neighbors liked their choices okay. We arrived at 5:45 and they were not busy yet. We will probably try someplace else next time out for Mexican.
Written November 13, 2022
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Jimbear
Fenton4565 contributions
Sep 2023 • friends
This location has been closed and is now operating at a new/refurbished (IHOP) location further West on Watson Rd in Sunset Hills. We went to the new place last night. I have submitted it to TA.
Written September 21, 2023
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Revmaryla
Wood River2 contributions
Feb 2021 • none
Typical Tex-Mex. Nothing particularly good or bad. Service is sloppy. Being from Texas , I’m kinda picky about Mexican food. Don’t get the margaritas’ stick with beer.
Written February 16, 2021
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SocRef
Saint Louis1 contribution
May 2021 • none
This was one of our first dining ventures since COVID and it was very positive. Ernesto, our server, was pleasant, efficient, and professional. Chips were served warm and seemed home-made, as did the spicy salsa. The menu is extensive and prices are reasonable.
I had shrimp fajitas and they were outstanding. The tortillas were small and there were only three - I would have preferred five! My spouse generally is not a fan of Mexican fare but she found her chicken chimichanga to be very good, as did I.
This is about my fourth visit over the past four years and I can't understand the negative reviews. For example, there is nothing "boring" about a good meal and great service, unless you are looking for Mariachi music or dancers.
There are other Mexican restaurants nearby, but personally, I'm going to stick with El Agave!
Written June 1, 2021
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Grace S
Saint Louis5 contributions
Sep 2021 • none
They can't tell frick from frack. DO NOT ORDER DELIVERY!!! Waiting to get my order refunded. Restaurant says "order is here waiting for you" WTF? Don't use Menufy!!!
Written September 15, 2021
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Foodie
3 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
I had the ABSOLUTE WORST experience ever at the restaurant in Crestwood. My coworkers and I (a total of ONLY 4 people) ordered 4 separate dishes. It was picked up. When brought in, we noticed that they didnt have my order correct. I ordered a #16, that was supposed to include a Chalupa, a beef chili relleno and an enchalada. I received only the chili relleno. I immediately called and spoke to Rueben who wanted to argue that all my food was there and he personally made sure of it. I explained over and over and he refused to take ownership. He then said to bring it up so he can "show me that it's in there". I came in, produced the untouched meal and even then, he decided to ARGUE with me for over 10 minutes claiming that I didn't order a #16, I ordered a #2 lunch special. I told him I was standing right there when the order was called in and it was for a #16. He argued that it wasn't. I said well even if it was a #2, where is the taco that's supposed to go with it. He then said one of my co-workers took it. I explained again that I was right there, it was only 4 of us, and no one had anything extra. I asked for him to pull up the receipt, which matched the one I had, and when he did, he saw the #16 written on there. He then tried to HIDE that receipt and found another one for $29 (instead of the $17 that was paid) that had a #2 on it, he kept searching his receipts until he found something that had a #2 on it. He kept arguing with me, told me I wasn't listening and refused to accept it!!! He THEN proceeded to tell me that my co-workers switched meals with me and never once took ownership or even apologized. He then said, we'll just give you some "more" food, like I was trying to get over or asking for something EXTRA!!! It was the rudest service I have ever experienced in my entire life!!!! He was so rude, argumentative, unapologetic, and even tried to treat me as if I was lying - during the phone call and even when I brought it up as proof. They then did a rush job with the replacement, never said thanks or sorry and handed me a hot tin foil dish WITHOUT A BAG, NAPKINS, UTENSILS, ETC.....I cannot believe this is how your establishment is ran and my coworkers and I will never return!!
Sad thing is, I've visited the Wentzville location, I frequent there often, as well as the one in St. Charles. The service has never been this poor! Someone needs to FIRE Rueben!!!!! There were at least 10 other onlookers - waiters and waitresses, and NO ONE stepped in!!! They all allowed him to talk/treat me like a was a begger trying to get a free meal, instead of a patronizing CUSTOMER that ONLY WANTED WHAT I PAID FOR!!!!!!! I was so embarrassed and humiliated!!! over a $8.50 meal!!! I cannot believe it! WAISTED GAS, TIME & MONEY!!!!!!
Written January 2, 2020
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Dthunderchicken
House Springs14 contributions
Jan 2019 • couples
My sweetie and I have experienced Mexican food from Juarez to St. Louis. The best way I can describe El Agave is boring. The salsa was little more than crushed tomatoes. The filling in my sweetie’s burrito and enchilada was plain hamburger. My grilled scallops and shrimp were OK, but had little of the zing that I expected. Although I do have to say that the portions were generous.
Written January 14, 2019
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RickB_SJC
San Jose114 contributions
Dec 2018 • family
If you're not hungry don't come here. The menu selection and portions are grande. El Agave has all of the traditional items and one of the best Combinations' sections I've ever seen at a Mexican restaurant (which helps if can't commit to only one thing). Sauces, meats and chicken items were well seasoned. Chips were abundant. Salsa was not over the top hot. Very good value for the money!
Written December 30, 2018
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jb230
Eureka703 contributions
Oct 2018 • business
I had lunch here with a group of coworkers. The place had a large lunch menu that was reasonably priced. The service was good. I had the Huevos con Chorizo and it was really good. The scrambled eggs and chorizo were cooked and mixed well. The dish was not greasy. I will definitely come back.
Written October 26, 2018
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jshallow01
Aitkin584 contributions
Oct 2018 • family
Our group of 4 all really enjoyed our meal. Plenty of food at a good price. Combination plates are $8.79 and kids meals are $5.49 and below. Carne Asada was delightful.
Written October 17, 2018
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Cynthia L D
9 contributions
Jul 2018 • friends
If you come on Monday- Thursday, they have a great lunch special. The food was very reasonably priced and very authentic. The atmosphere is quiet enough to carry on a conversation. I've always had a good experience here.
Written August 27, 2018
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bliming
Saint Louis280 contributions
May 2018 • couples
We live close by and thought we would try it out. We got carry outs and everything was packed nicely and got home in good shape. The problem was nothing had any flavor. We had fajitas and it just was nondescript. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't good either.
The prices were ok, but then again the food was just ok. We will probably keep looking for a good Mexican eatery in the area.
Written May 27, 2018
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Mary B
Crestwood18 contributions
Dec 2017 • couples
My husband and I eat at El Agave often, we usually visit for lunch, but have been there several times for dinner as well. This is a popular restaurant and they are often busy, but with ample seating available (both indoor and outside when the weather is nice) we've never had to wait for a table. The food is authentic and the portion sizes are really large. I recommend that no matter what you order, you get a tamale on the side, they are amazing. The staff is friendly and efficient, and the prices can't be beat. The lunch specials are especially inexpensive and when I get the two tamale lunch with beans and rice I always end up taking one of them home. Give them a try, I think you'll love this place!
Written December 27, 2017
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Meredith T
Imperial78 contributions
Sep 2017 • couples
My husband and I went here for dinner for our anniversary. It was our first time and we were pleasantly surprised. We each got a jumbo margarita and we split the double fajitas with chicken, steak, and shrimp. Everything was delicious and we had great service.
Written September 10, 2017
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marywhitman
Saint Louis7 contributions
Jun 2017 • family
We visited this location on Father's Day with a group of 9. They were great with helping understand the food on there menu. I have an allergy and they made sure what I was getting was Gluten free! We have found a new favorite restaurant to visit! Returning Tonight with a bigger party tonight! Great Margarita's too!
Written July 21, 2017
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