When I order the whole pinto beans instead of the refrieds made with lard, the one at Avila's east comes with melted cheese on top while the one on the west side is just plain beans soaked in water. This is just a small example of the differences between the two restaurants.

Both locations serve enchiladas without enough sauce, and I have to ask for extra sauce. When served in a sufficient amount this is one of the better red chiles in El Paso, but it is rather aggrevating to have to make a special request for it. At the Montana Avenue location, though, the Red Enchilada has a sufficient amount of cheese to be good even without the extra sauce, and I think is superior to the ones served at the Mesa Street restaurant.

Neither Avila's location serves an outstanding Chile Relleno, but the Montana restaurant uses mild Hatch chiles with a Spanish sauce that I like pretty well.

Tacos are good at both locations.

Sopaipillas are not the best in El Paso at either location, but are enjoyable and served free with meals.

Although I like the Salsa at the west side, the one here has a better flavor (and may be slightly milder). In fact, the food here is mild by El Paso standards, but it is still spicy enough to be good.

One of the big differences between the two Avilas' is in the service. At this location I feel genuinely "waited on" while at the west side location they serve the food and then literally leave you to fend for yourself for the rest of the meal (which is why many times I do not get the extra sauce that the enchiladas need).