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El Rey Sol Restaurant

Avenida Lopez Mateos 1000, Ensenada 22800, Mexico
011-52-646-178-1733
Ranked #6 of 84 restaurants in Ensenada
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Price range: 10 AUD - 31 AUD
Cuisines: French, Mexican, Seafood
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
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Phoenix, Arizona, United States
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

I chose this restaurant in Ensenada based on other Trip Advisor reviews and thought I'd add my assessment. We had an excellent meal here and were treated royally. Bouquets of fresh flowers on all the tables and hand painted panels on our wall provided ambiance. This restaurant is described as French/Mexican and there are several entrees for either. My son... More

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globetrotter60, Owner at El Rey Sol Restaurant, responded to this review
27 May 2012

Dear Beth, Thankyou for your comments, they are very appreciated. I remember your son mentioning that he had never had a seafood vol-au-vent, glad he enjoyed it. But sorry you didn't have room for our pastries, they are made with the original recipies my mother learnt in France 90 years ago. Hope to have you back in peaceful Ensenada with... More

Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The quality of this place has been declining. They brag to be the best , but not anymore. On 2/18/2012 we had lunch and it's not up today's standards . I tried to contact the management thru e mail but it seems that they do not care. Food and management issues....... 1. Service was slow and management nowhere to be... More

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globetrotter60, Owner at El Rey Sol Restaurant, responded to this review
26 May 2012

As owner I am very sorry that the restaurant did not live up to your expectations. Since your visit, many things have been corrected, such as we no longer have the same manager, dishware has been updated, and lamp shades have been replaced. We would love to have you try us again, as I am sure we would pass your... More

Ensenada, Mexico
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

the french style food is very good and the service is very good too, but the chairs is very old and not comfortable, i can't sit more than an hour unless i find the newer seats with better cusion

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Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012

You have to have the duck. They do it very well. Excellent service as well and loved the coffee drink prep table-side.

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See 2 more reviews by SaveWaterDrinkWine for Ensenada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 via mobile

Food its OK, Desserts are incredible, service is horrible, the arbitecture needs some maintance, but if your looking for a good coffe and a dessert this it's the place to be!

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Huntington Beach, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

EL Rey Sol is a great place for fine dining or just drinking coffee with yummy desserts. They have an outside area, small bar inside, and a large restaurant tastefully decorated. The pastries are beyond description. I have been going there for 20 years and the food remains the same with the same excellent service.

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Ensenada, Mexico
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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This place has been here since Coronado passed by. They are still plating great food with classic French influences. Service is exceptional, ambiance and decor elegant. The assorted appetizer tray is an incredible offer, both in quality and quantity. Tableside Ceasar is excellent. Some of the best wine prices in town for local vintages. Not to be missed.

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San Diego, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

The classic ambience of this old restaurant is worth the visit even if you're not hungry. But I love having breakfast there with their fabulous homemade pastries, as well as their breakfast entres. If you go for dinner, try their Veracruz prepared fish, it's amazing. And the service is impeccable...

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San Diego, CA
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Rey Sol is an institution in Ensenada at one time probably one of the best restaurants, but it has gone dowhill over the last 15 years. It really needs to be updated in decor and menu wich is virtually the same since 20 years ago. So you get dishes with really heavy sauces that were used then but they aren´t... More

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Denver, Colorado, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011

This French Restaurant makes you feel like a King as you dine on the most amazing flavors and rich dishes. We actually ate here for 6 out of 8 meals during our stay because it was so wonderful. The servers are very professional and polite. They also make authentic French pastries which are amazing! By the way, the Mexican food... More

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