Before you even begin your meal at El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant, servers whet your appetite with a complimentary serving of bean soup. It's a bit outside the norm for a Mexican eatery, and the soup is accompanied by a basket of chips and salsa. Both are exemplary, according to reviews, and merely foreshadow the authentic Mexican feast that's to come.
Slurp up a frozen margarita while you chow down on cheese-smothered enchiladas complete with guacamole, or order a sizzling plate of beef and veggies to fold into your tortillas. The chile relleno, overflowing with melted cheese, is another good way to get your recommended intake of dairy at El Chaparral. For a creative twist on a Mexican favorite, the puffy tacos—so named for their air-filled shells—never seem to disappoint. Stop in at this beloved Helotes restaurant to try any of the above with a tequila-infused beverage.
El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant
15103 Bandera Road
Helotes, TX 78023
(210) 695-8302
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