From the outside, you’d swear it was just a grungy mini-mart best avoided, but inside, you discover a family-friendly hideaway of slotted-pot lanterns, hand-carved thrones, and big plastic cups in orange, magenta, and lime. Because Hispanic families show up in droves, you also know the food is authentic and good. The fresh aguas frescas (rejuvenating fruit-infused water drinks, eight flavors ranging from tamarind to lime) flow freely, and portions are big and reliable. Start with free salsa and delicate corn chips that are still shiny and hot from the fryer, but don’t fill up, because main courses are huge and cheap. On weekends, when it’s busiest, you might find a live mariachi duo; at its market next door, get Mexican popsicles at its paleteria. This is not the identically named location on Orange Blossom Trail.
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El Tenampa
4565 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy./U.S. 192, Kissimmee
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Neighborhood
Kissimmee
Hours
Sun–Thurs 10am–9pm; Fri–Sat 10am–10pm
Phone
407/390-1959
Prices
Main courses $8–$14
Cuisine Type
Mexican/ Tex-Mex
Web site
El Tenampa

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4565 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy./U.S. 192, Kissimmee OrlandoNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.