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Guisos El Gordo

4.4(34)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 34 reviews (Google rating)Mexican Restaurant$ Southwest Detroit
Closed · opens 6:30 AM
(313) 784-6148 Directions guisoselgordo.com

Quick facts

Guisos El Gordo is a mexican restaurant at 2303 Campbell St in Detroit, MI, open Sun–Sat from 6:30 AM. takeout, delivery and dine-in available.

Address
2303 Campbell St, Detroit, MI 48209
Phone
+1313-784-6148
Hours today
6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Price
$

About Guisos El Gordo

Guisos El Gordo is a Mexican restaurant at 2303 Campbell St in Detroit, MI. Its listed offerings include comfort food, small plates, and quick bites, with lunch identified as a popular reason to visit. The atmosphere is casual, and the restaurant welcomes children. A price level of 1 places it in the lowest listed price tier. Local specialty is also among its listed highlights, though the available information does not identify a particular dish.

The restaurant offers dine-in service as well as takeout, curbside pickup, delivery, and no-contact delivery, giving customers several ways to order a meal. Free street parking is listed, credit cards are accepted, and a restroom is available. On Google, Guisos El Gordo has a 4.4 rating from 34 reviews. These details describe a casual lunch option with both on-site dining and off-site service.

Known for

  • Mexican comfort food
  • Lunch, small plates, and quick bites
  • Casual, child-welcoming dining
  • Takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery
  • Free street parking

Good for

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Favorite place to eat on the weekends, been going almost every weekend for almost 2 years”

    — Chris Lee, September 5, 2026 · google

  • “It's delicious food 😋 I love going there. I come on vacation from California and when I come, my sister takes my mom and me. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DELICIOUS FOOD, EVERYTHING IS SO GOOD 💯👌🙏🙏”

    — Silvia Valdivia, August 9, 2026 · google

  • “The food here is absolutely amazing. This is as authentic as it gets outside of sitting at a family table. The food was unbelievable. If you're expecting a fun-filled Mexican themed restaurant, this is not your place, but the food more t…”

    — Jeff Gaglio, August 6, 2026 · google

  • “Food was great, nice out of the way place. Highly recommend! A plus if you or a friend speak spanish.”

    — Mike Gdowski, August 2, 2026 · google

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Guisos El Gordo — frequently asked

Is Guisos El Gordo open on Mondays?
No — Guisos El Gordo is closed on Mondays.
Where is Guisos El Gordo?
Guisos El Gordo is at 2303 Campbell St, Detroit, MI 48209.
Does Guisos El Gordo do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, Guisos El Gordo offers takeout and offers delivery.
Is Guisos El Gordo kid-friendly?
Yes — Guisos El Gordo is listed as good for kids.
How expensive is Guisos El Gordo?
Google lists Guisos El Gordo in the $ price range for mexican restaurants in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for Guisos El Gordo?
You can reach Guisos El Gordo on +1313-784-6148.
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