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| MONDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| TUESDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| THURSDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| FRIDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| SATURDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
| SUNDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 9:45PM |
Message from the Business
The Matador is a downtown Phoenix landmark. In the heart of downtown for 30 years. The restaurant's authentic Sonoran Mexican food has won numerous Best of Phoenix awards. It has attracted politicians, actors and athletes, many of whom have become regular patrons. There are many reasons to visit the Matador, its banquet facilities and Friday Night Club. featuring well-known local DJ AL3 and Manic Hispanic. Also featuring the Mariachi Group Tierra Del Sol Sundays 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The Matador has come a long way since opening in 1976,seating 140 patrons (two blocks from its current location) which now seats 500.
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Customer Reviews (93 reviews)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Aug 08, 2011I come here all the time especially during lunch I love their food and their salsa. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Aug 05, 2011Came in cause I heard from employees that their food was excellent. I give them 5 stars for their service and food. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 29, 2011Margaritas are cheap and pretty good, I recommend Matador. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 26, 2011comfy booths next to the window and free chips and salsa! (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 21, 2011I tried their chicken fajitas instead of the traditional Carne asada and it was a good choice. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 20, 2011Came to Matador when I was visiting my family in Phoenix, I thought their Mexican food was very good and authentic. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 19, 2011Their Carne con Chile is awesome and there salsa is great as well. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 18, 2011I recommend the Tuesday special - Red beef burrito, the unlimited chips with a very unique salsa combo are excellent. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 13, 2011The best part is I want to try something different every time I go here to eat! EVERYTHING looks amazing. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 12, 2011I have to say that Matador is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 11, 2011The salsa is one of my favorites in the city. I find that when I go out of town for a while the first thing I crave when I come back is Matador. YUM! (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 07, 2011Came here for happy hour and there pitcher of Margarita was really good my friends and I had 3 of them, and their chips and salsa is good too. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jul 06, 2011It was a wonderful experience dining at Matador Mexican Food and we actually ended up going twice over the weekend because we enjoyed it so much. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 30, 2011I love there Mexican food it reminds me of real home Mexican cooking. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 23, 2011Thank you for all the great food and drinks these past few days and we love matadors (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 22, 2011Excellent Food, Great cocktails the service was really good, The workers are wonderful and it's a great place to bring the family.. Awesome Mexican food (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 20, 2011Been coming to the Matador for years! Food is great as always! I love seeing & hearing the Mariachis on Sundays w/ my family. Will be back next Sunday for more chips, salsa, and mexican food!... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 20, 2011'Taco Tuesday' lunch specials. We're always in a hurry (only have 45 min lunch breaks), and you guys always get fed quickly and back to work :) Thank you for the great service and the great Tacos!!!... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 17, 2011Our server was very helpful with the menu and drink specials- food came very fast and got to my concert on time. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 16, 2011" Taco Tuesday" lunch special's, Were always in a hurry cause we only have 45 min lunch break, and you guys always get us fed quickly and back to work. Thank you for the great service and the great tacos.... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 14, 2011I had a great dinner in the bar watching the basketbal games.Great Margaritas (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Jun 08, 2011Came downtown for concert- food was great and service was excellent. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book May 23, 2011Pat had the tacos with beef and he was really happy with them. He thinks that maybe they were the best tacos hes ever had. Super fresh ingredients, nice staff and reasonable prices.... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book May 12, 2011I had a great time there. Theres some convenient street parking out front. I thought the decor was really nice. It had a good vibe. Their house salsa is some of the hottest stuff Ive eaten. Maybe its because Im a... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book May 09, 2011Consistently good Mexican food in downtown Phoenix! The service is friendly and quick and the food is pretty good. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book May 05, 2011I've tried the breakfast menu and dinner, satisfied customer. Sometimes they even have a Mariachi band playing, which I love. =) (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book May 03, 2011EXCELLENTE!!! this restaurant is flawless! the service is great, might i add the cuisine is even better. chips and salsa are so delicious. the atmoshpere is very nice and beautiful. the also have a live mariachi band... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 29, 2011Great place I'd give the service an 9, we did get our dinner rather quickly. I had the machaca burrito smothered, super good. Price was decent also. All in my part will be going back, which is the most important thing!... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 26, 2011Our food came out fairly fast, and then the Mariachi started I really liked that. My lil niece enjoyed it as well.The food was good and satisfying. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 22, 2011I go here often for just one thing---The Menudo! It is a Mexican version of Vietnamese Fau(sp?) Soup. I get all the fixin's with it: red pepper flakes, oregano, lemon wedges, chopped onions, and cilantro! Mixed all... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 20, 2011I have tried to find better Huevos Rancheros in the Valley. Nothing compares with yours. They are the best. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 18, 2011Thanks for an awesome night. Margarita and service was awesome. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 13, 2011Well being a mexican- american myself the food was very traditional and delicious. People may think some foods are spicy, but that is because that it is just the American taste buds of non Hispanics. True Mexican food... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 11, 2011Their Lunch specials are GREAT & affordable! Especially the Taco, enchilada and rice w/ beans meal! Great food for under $7! You can't go wrong! Great flavor, friendly service, clean atmosphere.... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Apr 05, 2011My wife and I had a great breakfast there in March. My wife order their Huevos Rancheros and I had Machaca & eggs burro. Both were very good. The service was fine also. (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Mar 31, 2011this restaurant features a mix of Greek and Mexican food. Sounds strange, but it works. They have traditional offering of both genre's, or interesting combos like a spinach enchillada.... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Mar 30, 2011I love the chorizo at this place. It may be the best I have ever had and it is consistently perfect. I also love the atmosphere and location. A perfect morning for me would start at sitting along the windows in front in a... (more)