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    El Charro Bar and Grill

    4.5 (30 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Chicken enchiladas with sour cream chipotle
    Tim R.

    Great place for lunch or dinner! We went there for dinner about four months ago and for lunch today. Consistently great food, quality service and nice ambiance. Music is pleasant but not overwhelmingly loud. Waiter was attentive and friendly. He seated us quickly, took our drink orders, and checked in on us regularly to make sure we had what we needed. I love starting the meal with chips and salsa, and they share them with every customer. Highly recommend.

    Jesse P.

    Came in on a Thursday evening with a couple of buddies after driving by a few days earlier. Plenty of seating inside and there were a fair amount of patrons for a weeknight. A good sign! We found the service to be fast and courteous. Chips and salsa are provided and they also have a homemade hot sauce that was delicious. We all enjoyed our food and it came out hot and fresh. We had fajitas, carne asada and chicken tacos as well as a few cold bottles of Mexican beer. This is a new place and it has hit the mark, especially in an area really lacking good Mexican food. I'd recommend trying it out.

    Carne asada burrito with green sauce.
    Yesenia F.

    Don't judge this place by the outside--step in and you'll be pleasantly surprised. We were greeted immediately and seated right away, with excellent customer service throughout our visit. The owner stopped by a few times to check in, which really stood out. The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious, and everything was very affordable. We had a few margaritas and they were chef's kiss--perfectly balanced and dangerous in the best way. The menu has something for everyone. What this new spot may lack in curb appeal, it more than makes up for with great food, strong margaritas, and genuine hospitality. We'll definitely be back!

    Tamale and chili relleno from lunch menu
    Raquel G.

    We were greeted, brought chips and salsa, and had drinks right away. The place was clean and nicely decorated. Food was good. We both ordered a tamale and chili relleno which was nice and cheesy. It was more than enough food for lunch!

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    Best Margaritas outside of Mexico! Perfect amount of heat in the salsa, too! You're missing out if you haven't tried El Charro.

    Love coming here for dinner, $2.99 house margs on mondays are the best days! The staff is very welcoming and attentive.

    Carne asada tacos

    Our new favorite Mexican food place! Food was DELICIOUS and decently priced. Portion size was great. Definitely going back

    Shrimp tacos and Veggie Fajitas

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    Food was tasty. Service was excellent. The homemade hot sauce was amazing. Highly recommend.

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    Great food and fast service. Very family friendly place that is a great stop on 340 if you're going to or from Harper's Ferry

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    Food was very tasty with reasonable prices. Our server (Marilyn per our receipt) was excellent. Hope to go back there again sometime.

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    Great food, drinks and service. A+. Authentic dishes, large portions, and great salsa. We will be back!!

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    The food was shockingly delicious. I will be back soon. Check this place out when you get a chance. It's a hidden gem for the area.

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    Food was very good. Service was just what we needed. Give this place a visit, would like to see them stick around.

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    Everything was excellent! Delicious food, great service, and very reasonably priced. You'll leave happy and full.

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    8 months ago

    Great Chimichangas, Flautas, and Birria Tacos. Guy brought us more chips. Nice workers. Not too loud music.

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