Talk about an absolute horrendous place to eat... we were on a duck hunting trip and decided yeah we want some Mexican so we went to this lovely establishment and the food was absolutely ass not mid not mediocre but ass. They barely understood English. I asked for one simple burrito grande with steak, lettuce, and sour cream and I got a rolled tortilla. I believe people at Taco Bell can do better. They're really judgmental when you order alcohol as well. Definitely will not be back!!! Things that you can improve maybe come to the table once every 3 to 5 minutes instead of 15 to 20 maybe refill my drinks when I'm out instead of making me ask other employees and then when I ask other employees I still don't get my drink refilled.. thank you and have a nice day!!! read more

El Canaveral Mexican Restaurant - This is how I felt when my food was absolutely horrible at El Canaveral Mexican Restaurant not worth 42.00 - Mexican Near Me - Stuttgart, Arkansas

Nice little mexican place. Good grilled chicken plate and tacos. Large cheese dip is massive! Good stop after a day of hunting with your buddies. Go get that green ! read more

Delightful Mexican joint. Terrific chips and salsa. Very clean and comfortable environment. read more

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Food was pretty mid and definitely not worth the long wait. WARNING: They have a sign by the front door saying parties of 8 or more get charged a 15% gratuity. When we checked out as a party of 6, they still added gratuity. I asked why, and the worker said his boss told him it was for parties of 7. I told him we only had 6, and then he suddenly changed it to 6 people have to pay gratuity We barely got one refill the whole time. They were busy, and we would've tipped like decent people, but forcing gratuity when your sign clearly says otherwise is pretty shitty read more

Great atmosphere and service is top notch and the restaurant is very clean every time we come and never really packed and I can't figure out why I thing the town is sleeping on this amazing restaurant read more

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The people who run this place seem to either be against making money or seem to be utterly clueless on how to run a restaurant. Years ago when it was at what use to be a grocery store, they were a decent restaurant. For bizarre reasons known only to the managers, they seem to be on a mission to put themselves out of business. I've gotten there before 2:00pm only to find the door locked although the sign listing the business hours had a later closing time. On another occasion I waited in the lobby for thirty minutes even though I could see a half dozen empty tables in the dining area. I finally gave up and left. I've given up on this place but have a theory. I think the people who manage this place also secretly run Mr. Panchos down the street and this is their way to drum up business for that infinitely better, though casual, restaurant. If I could give a rating of Negative 100 stars to El Canaveral, I absolutely would. read more

I ate here multiple times. Each time the food was mid. The last time I got it. I got really sick from food poisoning. The workers never understand English. We got charged constantly for stuff we didn't order. read more

Mediocre food. I've been here a couple times because there's not much else in the area that offers a space big enough for a large party. Marg pitchers are the selling point. The food is edible but it wouldn't be my first choice. Service is fine. read more

Mexican is my all time favorite and has been for ever El Canaveral is my favorite in Stuttgart and I eat here frequently but this time around nothing and I mean nothing went right and everything was wrong They couldn't get my simple drink which consist of vodaka and cranberry right they bring me vodaka and orange juice I ordered 2 enchiladas with red sauce and I get greasy hamburger meat wrapped in a soggy tortilla with watered down red sauce Wth is this restaurant business in the world today comming to read more

Overall terrible place to eat. DO NOT GET THE STEAK! It was raw and still a little cold!! The pizza was fine but the waitress refilled my drink with water after I specifically told her it was sprite. Thankfully we ate there on a non occasional evening and not on a specific night. Love thy haters though read more

Delicious food. I'm visiting family and we came here for lunch. Was so very good. Will definitely be back again. I must come back to try the tres leches. read more

Everything is basically a reheat, the refried beans was pathetic, I can definitely taste the the reheat of them old beans. I bet the kitchen is a nightmare, I may could not see it, but I could feel it base on the taste of the reheat, you don't reheat beans, that's bad. But the people there who work is great, but the food quality no. read more

Absolutely fantastic food! Stopped in for lunch and was welcomed with a super friendly staff. Great food, exceptional service, and EXTREMELY clean. One of the cleanest restaurants I have eaten at in quite some time. I will definitely be back! read more

You have to get the chicken nachos or beef with amazing queso cheese you will definitely go back to restaurant

Work group stopped in for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. Restaurant was not full but serving enough tables to alleviate any immediate concerns. Interior was clean and food aromas were good. Service was quick and efficient although I noted a miss on the refill of chips and salsa. Lunch entrees arrived in a timely manner. Lunch beef fajitas, #3 lunch combo, and burrito were plated well and smelled well seasoned and cooked. Fajitas were not sizzling on the platter as it arrived which hints they may have sat at the expo while other plates were completed. Food was solid Tex-Mex in terms of flavor. Waiter did not check back on us for food quality after serving. Check was presented quickly and prices were very reasonable. Other than the noted service misses above, this is a fine choice for Stuttgart lunch options. read more

Stuttgart has zero options for food. I was skeptical of this place because of the reviews 3 w/3stars, but ended up driving by while going to fast food and saw they parking lot was packed and they are in a new looking building... Food was okay. Not great. Nice atmosphere and clean. Service was fast and friendly. Chips and salsa was very good! So bottom line, if you are stuck in Stuttgart and looking for sit down, this place is a safe bet. read more

I got stock here in town for business and I was searching for a good place to sit down and have a good warm meal. This restaurant has Great service, great atmosphere, and great food. Service was quick, and the portion on my order was Huge lol. I order the Cañaveral Grill single and for a moment I thought they brought me the double. I cannot even imagine the portions on a double. Everything was well cooked. Totally satisfied! read more

Great food and great service fast and good clean very nice to relax. The waiters are fast and nice and friendly . There's not many choices in Stuttgart, Arkansas when it comes to eating inside. read more

El Canaveral Mexican Restaurant - a smiling man in front of a television - Mexican Near Me - Stuttgart, Arkansas

Awesome food! Definitely recommend the Hawaii Fajitas! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone traveling through Stuttgart! Decent prices and awesome food made for a great experience! read more

My cousin and I were treated badly at this restaurant. We went in to order something to eat. A half hour later our order was not taken. They did take the order of all white people who came in after us. When we first arrive there were two people a head of us. read more

Standard, unexciting Americanized Mexican food. Buried in the menu there is a shrimp cocktail featuring shrimp layered with pico de gallo that is actually really tasty and healthy. There isn't much else on the menu for someone watching the quality of their food. Waiters have minimal English so modifying orders doesn't work here. Just stick with the menu. read more

Came here after a shopping spree at Mack's PW. I got the Burrito grande it was decent and a plateful. The salsa was spicy which as a Texan was pleasant to find in Arkansas. read more

If you're looking for quick, cheap Mexican food this is your place. Nothing spectacular but also not terrible. When I'm duck hunting and have a Mexican craving this is where we head. read more

I've eaten here quite a few a times. The service is always friendly, but the timeliness is hit or miss. Half the time I've gone, they're are really slow. During those slow times, it has been somewhat busy or not busy at all. Stuttgart is limited in its places to eat, but if you want decent Mexican food and don't mind waiting sometimes, it's a good place to go. read more

I travel, a great deal. Eaten at many restaurants and I can say with some confidence you will not be disappointed here. They can hang with the best. Great food, great service and very reasonable prices. The Enchiladas Supreme was terrific. read more

I had enchiladas, rice and beans. Pretty basic stuff. I did not like it. Service was good, people friendly and the place was clean. It just did not taste good. I'm through here on business a few times a year and I will give them another shot. Your choices are limited in Stuttgart. Oh, by the way, the address is wrong. They are across the street from Walmart. read more

Slim pickings on places to eat in Stuttgart. This is okay but I have yet to find something I really like. The reason it is packed is because it us cheap not because of the food. read more

EAT HERE. I've eaten Mexican food across the U.S. Food is the best..portions are good. Prices are great. Only thing subpar is guacamole, which is still good. Vegetarian meal combos are great. read more

They cheat you on your check, don't believe it? Just order and when you go to pay ask for an itemized receipt. Then do what I do and grab a menu and add it up yourself. They start scrambling...ALWAYS OVERCHARGED. WILL NEVER GO BACK. read more