El Patron 323 Clayton – Mexican
The air at El Patron 323 Clayton is thick with the savory, spiced aroma of slow-simmered birria, drawing guests into a vibrant space where traditional Mexican soul meets playful culinary innovation. Crispy red tacos and molten quesa-pizzas arrive glistening with rich consommé, while creative fusions like birria ramen offer a steaming, flavorful embrace that redefines comfort food. It is a high-energy destination where every bite—from the crunch of loaded nachos to the tender pull of a cheesy mulita—celebrates bold, authentic flavors served with modern flair.
US 70 Business West;NC 42 West https://www.elpatron323.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, halal, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, plant-based, heart-healthy, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, carnivore, renal, alkaline, aip, tlc, volumetrics, raw-food, zone, slow-carb, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the tasty food and generous portions, frequently highlighting the inviting space that creates a memorable atmosphere. Celebrated for its welcoming and knowledgeable service, guests praise the attentive staff who help navigate the
Menu
Birria Specialties
- Red Tacos - $14: Choice of Chicken or Birria Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Tacos - $16: Red Tacos with cheese, choice of Chicken or Birria Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Tacos - $12: Red Veggie Tacos Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Nachos - $17: Chips, Birria and yellow cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mulita - $10: Mini Quesadilla style Available at: dinner, lunch
- Personal Pizza - $20: Birria Small Pizza Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $14: Birria Quesadilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesa Pizza - $32: Birria Pizza with Red Tacos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Torta - $14: Birria Sandwich Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Ramen - $17: Premium Birria Ramen Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Per Pound - $32: 1lb Birria Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Tostadas - $11: Shrimp, Octopus, Fish or Aguachile Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patron Tostadas - $14: Seafood Mix Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Trays - $18: Shrimp, Octopus, Fish or Aguachile Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patron Tray - $20: Seafood Mix Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Tower - $30: Seafood Mix Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $20: Shrimp in cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimps - $20: Grilled Shrimps Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crazy Pineapple - $30: Seafood stuffed pineapple Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescadilla - $12: 3 Fish Small Toasted Quesadillas Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mojarra - $27: Fried Jumbo Tilapia Fish Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos - $13: Fish Tacos Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $14: Shrimp Tacos Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tosti-Ceviches - $18: Seafood mix with Tostitos Chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6 Oysters - $14: 6 fresh oysters Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12 Oysters - $22: 12 fresh oysters Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prepared Oysters - $28: Oysters prepared with a shrimp on top Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Shrimps - $20: Breaded shrimps Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Tilapia - $19: Breaded tilapia fish Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patron Plate - $20: Breaded Fish Fillet, Shrimps and 3 chicken strips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patron Style Shrimps - $20: Shrimps prepared el Patron style Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken with Fries - $12: Fried chicken with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Rusas with Ceviche - $14: Grapefruit drink prepared with seafood on the top Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline
Family Boxes
- Patron Box - $90: 12 Red Tacos Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- All Cheese Box - $105: 12 Queso Tacos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Cheese - $2: Extra cheese for tacos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about El Patron 323 Clayton
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners express positive sentiment, raving about the tasty food, generous portions, inviting atmosphere, and welcoming, knowledgeable service staff.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This high-energy Mexican destination offers a casual, vibrant atmosphere featuring playful comfort foods like birria ramen and loaded nachos.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include red tacos, quesa-pizzas, birria ramen, birria nachos, and seafood trays like the seafood tower.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse Mexican dishes including red tacos, birria ramen, seafood trays, and options catering to over thirty dietary preferences.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking high-energy atmosphere and generous portions of creative Mexican fusion, like birria ramen and quesa-pizzas, would most enjoy this restaurant.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This Mexican restaurant stands out with a 4.0/5 rating for its innovative birria ramen, generous portions, and extensive dietary options.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the high-energy atmosphere and generous portions by trying signature dishes like red tacos, quesa-pizzas, or the unique birria ramen.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for El Patron 323 Clayton do not mention any concerns, instead highlighting tasty food, generous portions, and attentive service.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- El Patron 323 Clayton is located at 8200 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63117.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports keto, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, paleo, and pescatarian diets, featuring dishes like birria per pound and veggie tacos.
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