With over fifty years in business, El Charro Mexican Dining is a mainstay in the Lafayette restaurant scene. This local favorite isn't a fancy place, but it’s not fast food, either; it’s simply a comfortable, enjoyable, and satisfying family restaurant with a popular outdoor bar for happy hour.

Entrees here are affordable, and an extensive kids’ menu makes this an appealing option for folks with kids. Happy hour specials include a dollar discount on drafts, well drinks, and margaritas during the week, and Yelp reviewers give high praise to the bartenders’ skills. Keep in mind that this place is popular, and reservations are strongly recommended, particularly if you’ve got a larger party or are stopping by on a weekend. Take-out service is also available toward the back of the restaurant, and you can place your order online to skip the wait.

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