Love El Rey! I’ve been here a few times now and the food and service is always great! Everyone is so hospitable and the dishes I’ve had here have all been top notch. Thank you, El Rey crew, can’t wait to get the World Cup experience next!

Looking for a new spot? El reys maybe it. They have karaoke Fridays and buffet Sundays with all the favs. Pancakes, sausage,bacon, eggs. Then you can go back and get your bowl of pozole menudo,quesa birria taco, camarones a la diabla, carne en su jugo and desserts like fresh cut fruit and flan and conchas with cafe de la hoya.

Over a week ago, we were driving south to San Francisco through Novato when we decided to stop for dinner, and Mexican food won the majority vote! We chose a new place called El Rey.

We arrived around 7:30 PM, and the restaurant wasn’t busy since it was a Sunday evening. Looking at the menu, I was immediately drawn to the ceviche. We decided to start with guacamole and chips, share the ceviche, and order a Quesadilla con Carne Asada. The guacamole was fresh and well-made, the ceviche was exceptionally delicious, and the quesadilla was very well-prepared and tasty.

Our server was friendly and helpful with our questions, and we even shared a few good laughs. The service was excellent.

El Rey has been a local spot in Novato for many years. It is family-owned and known for serving traditional Mexican dishes in a welcoming setting. The restaurant has built a strong reputation in the community as a reliable place for a hearty meal, with many locals returning for decades.

The restaurant is located in a standalone building within a shopping center and offers a large seating area. They also have an outdoor seating area, which I imagine would be especially nice on a warm evening.

As a first-time visitor, I was very impressed. The food, service, and relaxed atmosphere made for an enjoyable stop on our drive. We would definitely return the next time we’re in Novato.