El Barril — Restaurant in Ohio Township

I have now been here twice for dinner. First, their margaritas are terrific, and a great price for the amount you get. Unfortunately, their food is not worth the price. The first night I got the Birra Quesadilla and there was barely any meat inside, just all tortilla. Completely not worth almost $20 and I wish I would’ve said something at the time. I decided to give El Barril another try a week later and got the Fajita Taco Salad and it was mainly largely chopped lettuce with minimal other ingredients and they forgot the sliced avocado that was supposed to be included. My boyfriend got one of the burgers and the bun was still hard and frozen which was a disappointment. The servers are terrific and make the time they’re more enjoyable, I just wish they could figure out their meals as they grow as a restaurant. The owner/manager should take a look into the food that they are serving from the kitchen as it is not up to expectations after waiting months for the restaurant to open. Although there food have been a hit or miss for the times I have been there, I still consider going back to enjoy some chips and a drink. Lastly, I was very confused and disappointed to see that this “Mexican Sports Bar and Grill” did...

Outstanding first visit—El Barril has spoiled us for life!

Just a short, scenic drive from Cincinnati, this hidden gem in New Richmond packs an authentic Mexican punch with fresh, creative dishes unlike anything found in the city.

We tried the Pollo al Chipotle, a succulent chicken entrée served with chipotle cream sauce, rice, and salad. The rich smokiness of the sauce added a beautiful depth, perfectly complementing the tender grilled chicken .

We also went for the Burger & Taco Combo, which pairs your choice of burger (we opted for the classic Steak Burger) with two chicken tacos and a side of fries. It’s exactly the kind of comfort-food mashup that hits the spot .

The whole experience blew us away: fresh ingredients, traditional flavors with a twist, and a menu that stands apart from anything in Cincinnati. Super-friendly staff! Whether you’re local or making the short jaunt over, El Barril is well...

I can honestly say that this is some of the best Mexican food we have had since moving back to the greater Cincinnati area in 2020 after nearly 40 years in California. El Barril reminds us of some of the best Mexican food on the west coast, with excellent flavors in a place with a cool atmosphere. Service was excellent. My wife had the steak quesadilla that was full of very good Carne Asada (best in the area). It included guacamole, rice and lettuce. I had the Bang Bang shrimp tacos. The shrimp was grilled just perfectly with soft warm tortillas. It included a red and green sauce to spice them up and add flavor. They were delicious. I've been searching for good Carne Asada and I will be back to try a Carne Asada burrito, which is the next test for El Barril. If this visit was any indication, they will knock it out...