[Austin] Vivo vs. El Chile

[BlahFace]

For those who have not been to either Vivo or El Chile, both located near each other on Manor Rd., you should definately try them. I have been to both and enjoyed them. For those who have been, which do you prefer and why? I know they are both different atmospheres and have different menus, but im still curious for a comparison. I love the margaritas at Vivo and the atmosphere is great for more intimate or formal occasions. Their taco salad is divine El Chile has great food and the atmosphere is more laid back.

Edited August 2, 2005 by BlahFace (log)

[Gastonmat]

I generally like El Chile better for the food. Vivo is a nice place for dates or intimate parties and their drinks are fabulous but I wish they had more selection on the menu. Try the michelada at El Chile, best in the city!

[BlahFace]

I generally like El Chile better for the food.  Vivo is a nice place for dates or intimate parties and their drinks are fabulous but I wish they had more selection on the menu.  Try the michelada at El Chile, best in the city!

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Thanks! I'll be sure to try the Michelada. But only if you accompany me there

[coolranch]

I think El Chile's food is a little better, but I do like Vivo's drinks and I could drink their salsa.

[RedQueen]

I'll admit it--I've never eaten at El Chili. I'll trust it's as good as y'all say, but I can't keep my car from driving right by it to Vivo's. The puffy tacos and cheese enchiladas are my favorite Tex-Mex on the planet. If I'm out of Texas for more than a week I start to dream about the chili gravy that comes on those enchiladas....

[yimay]

the micheladas at vivo are awesome. the margaritas are overpriced.

if you like puffy tacos head down to angie's on east 7th and I-35 and get their carnitas tacos. they will blow vivo's puffy tacos out of the water.