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    El Jarro Mexican Cafe

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    29 reviews
    #21 of 57 Restaurants in Lafayette
    €€ - €€€, Mexican, Latin, Spanish
    3563 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549-3803
    +1 925-283-6639
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    4.0 29 reviews
    #21 of 57 Restaurants in Lafayette, California
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    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    CUISINES
    Mexican, Latin, Spanish
    FEATURES
    Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible
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    3563 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549-3803
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    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    CUISINES
    Mexican, Latin, Spanish
    FEATURES
    Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible
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    Reviewed 9 November 2018
    Average to Poor

    I cannot believe the ratings are a good as they are for this place. I got the Carne Asada, and the meat was in two thin portions that were tough (despite asking for it medium). Extremely small portions of grilled onions, guacamole, and pico del...More

    Date of visit: November 2018
    Thank Darryl R
    Reviewed 9 July 2018
    always delicious!!

    everything here is so good! my husband usually has the pork burrito, without the tortilla, it is a huge plate of deliciousness!

    Date of visit: July 2018
    Thank Elena T
    Reviewed 6 December 2017
    A diamond in the rough

    Excellent food just not that comfortable. This is one of those restaurants that could benefit greatly from having a more comfortable setting. It's very small making it difficult to have a private conversation - The food, however, is worth giving up some privacy. I eat...More

    Date of visit: November 2017
    Thank bmac1260
    Reviewed 11 November 2017
    Check Out the Burrito

    This is my go-to place for take-out burritos. Go for the Carnitas with everything. You will not be disappointed.

    Date of visit: October 2017
    Thank Trad_Master
    Reviewed 13 September 2017
    Best Mexican restaurant in the Lamorinda area

    This is a tiny little place but the food and service is excellent. Traditional food and the sauces are outstanding. Chips are always fresh and hot..

    Date of visit: September 2017
    Thank msfrazer
    Reviewed 6 September 2017
    good food, good service

    El Jarro looks like a "hole in the wall" but is way better than that. You might walk past it, but once inside it is packed. There is a reason: the food is good and service is also. We have gone several times with friends...More

    Date of visit: May 2017
    Thank sascrat
    Reviewed 8 May 2017
    Traditional Mexican food...

    If you want chips, salsa, and traditional Mexican food, this is it. Everything is good..nothing really stands out as exceptional.

    Date of visit: October 2016
    Thank Kesslane
    Reviewed 13 February 2017
    good mexican in east bay

    very good mexican food- they have fresh ingredients, authentic food. Very casual and nice service. Great carnitas and tortas

    Date of visit: February 2017
    1  Thank Mark A
    Reviewed 11 February 2017
    Family favorite

    This is our family's favorite local spot for a quick, freshly made, great-tasting dinner. We also know we can bring visiting friends (of all ages) and the service will be good (meaning efficient, professional, accurate - not super warm/friendly), and they will find something they...More

    Date of visit: January 2017
    Thank tmcgx3
    Reviewed 21 September 2016 via mobile
    Inexpensive-ish, great food, Mexican food

    This restaurant is a simple place with quick service, comfortable seats, and real Mexican food. Everybody I've dealt with has been very friendly and proud of their work. Highly recommend.

    Date of visit: September 2016
    Thank 190adnany
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