El Chilito

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El Chilito El Chilito is a local taqueria serving a delicious selection of Tex-Mex and interior Mexican style tacos, coffee, frozen sangria/mimosas, and draft b**r.

El Chilito was born as a casual approach to El Chile, a contemporary take on modern Tex-Mex dining located just a few blocks west on Manor Rd. Dubbed El Chile’s “little brother,” El Chilito, uses many of the same flavors, but in a more laid-back atmosphere with a whole lot of local charm. Hand-made planters enclose an outdoor patio dotted with brightly colored picnic tables and strings of carnival lights that stay up year round. Our recipes are made from scratch in house, our ingredients are locally sourced (when possible) and our full espresso bar compliments our Tex-Mex and interior Mexican influences. We proudly serve Vital Farms eggs, El Milagro tortillas, Texas Coffee Traders, and Texas-raised beef. Our commitment to quality food and freshness has made El Chilito an epicenter of the Cherrywood community and a widely-recognized East Austin staple. We’ve even received a nod from the New York Times! After 9 years in business, we’re excited to announce the addition of 2 upcoming El Chilito locations along with a promise of more to come. Looks like the little brother has become the big guy!

…but we’re definitely not sorry to see you at the counter! 😉☕️🌯
10/12/2026

…but we’re definitely not sorry to see you at the counter! 😉☕️🌯

10/09/2026

And not just any Friday, it’s ACL weekend! 🕺🏻 Whether you’re fueling up before heading to Zilker or just celebrating surviving the week, we’ve got your coffee! 💛

10/06/2026

Spoiler alert: It doesn’t have to be National Taco Day to get a $3 taco at El Chilito… but we’re definitely not mad that the stars aligned today 🌮✨

Walk up or order online for pickup! 📲
📍 East Austin & South Austin

09/27/2026

Hot day? Say less 🧊😮‍💨 Cold, refreshing, and exactly the little reset you didn’t know you needed. Come try our aguas frescas! ✨

09/25/2026

Our Veggie Burrito is the Special of the Month packed with all the good stuff and only here for a limited time, come try it before September ends! 🌯🌱

09/22/2026

Tuesday has entered the chat 🌮👀 You know what that means… absolutely no reason to cook because tacos today are only $3!

Come make your Tuesday a little more delicious 🌮

09/20/2026

A little behind-the-scenes magic🌯✨

Black Drum fish, fresh ingredients, a warm tortilla, and a whole lot of flavor coming together in one very good decision 🔥

09/18/2026

Halfway through the week, but never halfway through the flavor 🌱🌮

Come get your veggie taco fix!

09/16/2026

Should I take it as a sign?😮‍💨🙏

09/13/2026

If you’re looking for something different on your taco, this is your sign! We’re featuring an amazing Black Drum Fish Taco as our special this month. It’s fresh and flavorful, and you can get it as a taco or a burrito 🌮🐟

📍 2219 Manor
📍 4501 Manchaca

11/09/2019
07/05/2019
Menchaca PTA is visiting us tomorrow! Everyone is invited!
05/21/2019

Menchaca PTA is visiting us tomorrow! Everyone is invited!

We’ll see you tomorrow night Taco Tuesday and our last spirit night of the year! You can stop by anytime this month for their Alambre taco supporting Menchaca, but we’ll have a Menchaca gathering tomorrow from 4-10pm.

We know what you're thinking.
04/30/2019

We know what you're thinking.

Mondays require extra coffee.
04/29/2019

Mondays require extra coffee.

Tacos for breakfast, lunch or dinner?
04/27/2019

Tacos for breakfast, lunch or dinner?

Celebrate Arbor Day the Austin way -- eat tacos under a tree.📸:
04/26/2019

Celebrate Arbor Day the Austin way -- eat tacos under a tree.

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Address

4501 Manchaca Road
Austin, TX
78745

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 10pm
Thursday 7:30am - 10pm
Friday 7:30am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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