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    El Bracero

    4.1 (59 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    HsiaoCheng W.

    We stopped here for lunch because of all the positive reviews. There's not many restaurants in this city from what I can tell. They have lunch menu and a kids menu. The complimentary chips were nice and crisp. The salsa that comes with it was ok except for the Multiple Hair strands in them. The cheese in their fajita quesadilla was missing completely. For a buck more we got the steak instead of chicken and it was worth it. The Waitress never returned to check on us except when ready to deliver the check. They were not too full and the back room and bar area were empty.

    Chunk guacamole was great and made me feel chunky afterwards!
    Allan M.

    Food was really good and authentic. Never had a cactus leaf as a garnish! The chunky guacamole was good and fresh and almost filled me up, the carne asada was tasty and I even came back and tried the Costillas de Rez Al Carbon which had nice flavors though thinner and greasier than the pics, but they gave me plenty of strips and ended up sucking my fingers. Service was friendly by all the staff and the place was clean. Nothing like a 5-star but we are in Central KY!

    Carne Asada with added pineapples
    Brandi H.

    OMG SOO GOOD! Stopped here while traveling and was so surprised at the quality of the food. I am a salsa snob and this was homemade and amazing. The chips were light and freshly cooked! I ordered carne tacos. The corn tortillas were so authentic like someone's grandma made them. The waitress was so sweet and great at her job. Will definitely stop here again anytime I am near.

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    Taz D.

    My husband and I went to eat at this restaurant about 3p, a couple of days ago. My previous post said that I wouldn't ever come back here; but when there were very few places open that were somewhat healthy, you have to make a choice. I still agree that the salsa had too much tomato paste in it; but being from Texas, I have much different taste buds than those around me. We were seated quickly because there were only a few other people in the restaurant. Our drinks were brought quickly, and though we said no ice, we did get ice. Now the food came out piping hot. We were thrilled to see that. My husband got the Ribeye Fajitas, and his food has a fantastic flavor. I was actually pleasantly surprised. I got a Ribeye Steak and asked for medium rare. Unfortunately, it was cooked medium well. I ate my steak because I was hungry; but being very chewy and having very little flavor, made me realize I won't get it again. They didn't have oil and vinegar dressing for my salad; but I ate it regardless and the Mexican rice tasted great as well. So I would come back for the ribeye steak. Do wish there were more restaurants around that were healthier to eat at. But I did go from a 2 star 6 years ago to a 3 star. Just makes me think that it's good to give restaurants another try, rather than just writing them off.

    Chunky guacamole
    Andrea E.

    We were on a road trip and got off at this Exit really hoping to find some food. El Bracero seemed to be the best option other than some fast food places. Walked in on a Saturday evening to no wait, friendly service, and good food! The chunky guacamole was fresh and delicious. Portions were huge!

    Samara B.

    There are very few places to dine in the center City area, but of those few this is one of the better ones. First, get the guac. It is a chunky, fresh style guac (that the menu says is made table side, but it is not). It has onion, cilantro and seasonings that make it just right! Service is on par! Never was a glass empty. As for the other food, it was the standard Americanized-Mexican that you can get at any town USA. Overall, good place to stop.

    So fresh and delicious and enough food to feed several people even though that is one meal.

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    5 years ago

    I use to work at this restaurant and it has some of the best dishes around if you are in the mood for authentic Mexican food

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    8 years ago

    The food was great, and the staff super friendly. We will definitely be back. Only suggestion would be having a drink menu.

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    7 years ago

    I got the bracero bowl an it was fn amazing. Wish they had something like that here in tx

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    13 years ago

    Best place to eat in this town!!! Loved it!!! The food was great and the service was friendly and fast.

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    13 years ago

    Amazing pricing, amazing happy hour margarita specials, amazing portion sizes, and amazing staff. Best mexican in Muhlenberg Co.

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