El Quixico: Tokyo’s Take On Tex-Mex

El Quixico: Tokyo’s Take On Tex-Mex

Tacos, burritos and beer in a lively, Latin-inspired hideaway

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This article was originally published in August 2015. Last update: August 2025.

A Nishi-Ogikubo Tex-Mex Fixture

For more than three decades, El Quixico has been serving Tex-Mex favorites just steps from Nishi-Ogikubo Station. Located above an Indian restaurant, its colorful interior—sombreros, maracas, and marionettes—sets the tone for a casual night out.

Top 5 Recommendations

  1. Nachos
  2. Taco Salad
  3. Chicken Quesadillas
  4. Rice-in-Burrito (Chicken & Spinach)
  5. Chicken Fajitas

Menu Highlights

Dishes range from ¥300 to ¥1,890, covering everything from quick snacks to hearty mains. Options include:

  • Nachos – ¥840 (with optional guacamole or sour cream)
  • Tacos (2 pcs) – ¥735, available in corn or flour tortillas with fillings like chicken, beef, spinach, or mix
  • Burritos – ¥1,050, same fillings as tacos
  • Enchiladas – ¥1,050, choice of tomato, green, or bean sauce
  • Fajitas – Chicken ¥1,575 / Beef ¥1,890
  • Vegetarian Plate – ¥1,470

Drinks include Mexican beer imports such as Negra Modelo and cocktails like frozen margaritas and sangria.

Late-Night Dining

Open from 6 pm to 2 am (closed Mondays), El Quixico caters to both dinner crowds and late-night diners looking for a relaxed spot. Its combination of long-standing recipes, generous portions, and nostalgic décor makes it a go-to for Tex-Mex in Tokyo’s west side.

Address: 3-15-14 Nishi-Ogikubo Minami, Suginami-ku
Tel: 03-3332-7590
Hours: 6 pm–2 am, closed Mon
Access: Nishi-Ogikubo Station (South Exit)
Website: el-quixico1991.jp

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(Photo by Sean Horgan)