One of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to. Extremely fast service. The food was very good and the atmosphere was great for taking my two sons out. The food was out to the table in like 3-4 minutes piping hot. I almost ate all of the chicken chimichanga before I took a picture because it was so good. I'd give them a 10/10, go support this local business you won't regret it! read more

El 5 De Mayo Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Lapel, Indiana

Met a friend for dinner after work. I had a tasty mojito, pastor taco and side of avocado. She ordered the Chile relleno and a side of rice. We did not have to wait for a seat at 5:30pm on a Friday night. Staff was friendly and quick. My only complaint, my avocado was not fresh, it was brown, so to charge $2 for an avocado, at least give me a fresh one, please and thanks. read more

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The outside looks sketch outside, but once you enter it is very nice! Good atmosphere, clean dinning room and rest rooms. Service was great when we entered. Service was fast. My beef chimichanga was very good, maybe less lettuce. Had a Spice Margarita, which was awesome. Could have used more napkins at the start without asking. Salsa needs to be thicker. Over all, I recommend this place, don't let the outside fool you, it is a good local Mexican restaurant. They need better A/C, the kitchen heat over powers the it, but still okay. read more

Second time dining here. And it is my last time. I ordered the Texas fajitas which is chicken steak and shrimp fajitas. The menu says it's $13.99 I also added a shredded chicken soft taco with only lettuce which the menu price says it's $1.99. My total was over $22.XX That's doesn't add up. I questioned the total. Should have asked for a receipt. He most certainly overcharged me. It gets better. I went back to the restaurant the next day and showed the manager my yellow ticket from where they wrote my order down and he rang in my order and told me my total was $21.64. I probably would have let it go, but I just happen to see on my Bank charge that they had charged me $23.64. You got to watch these people. He told me my total was 22 and some change but then rang in 23 and some change. That's Sticky Fingers in my opinion. I will not go back there. I also ordered no sour cream. I asked two times to make sure it didn't have sour cream. But whatever. The man that helped me had spiked hair and gauges in his ear. For $23.64, I could have gone twice to get a juicy steak elsewhere. read more

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Food tasted as good as other location. Doesn't have the ambience of some but very good addition to neighborhood.

Word on the street is true! This Mexican restaurant, located in small town Lapel, is tasty! First off the mango margarita I had is the best mango flavor I have ever tasted! It truly tasted like mango which is something I've had trouble finding. That alone would keep me coming back! I ordered the shrimp street tacos which comes with Mexican rice and refried beans. The street taco orders come with three tacos. The flavor of the shrimp and tacos are amazing! The shrimp kind of has a hibachi flavor to it. I am hooked! The Mexican rise was pretty standard and good. The refried beans had a smoky flavor to them which I wasn't crazy about but they are nice and creamy. So from start to finish the food was wonderful and service was efficient. Staff is taking all appropriate measures for COVID-19. I will definitely be back! read more

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This was undoubtedly one of the best restaurant service experiences I've had!! VERY kind and courteous staff, excellent food, fun atmosphere. They accommodated our party of 17 people for a Sweet 16 birthday and were very attentive to our needs. They even joined in to sing to our birthday girl and wished her a happy birthday after! I'm grateful they helped make her birthday a special day! read more

So my first time there and I probably should have turned around and walked right back out! I sat in the bar area.....ordered a margarita on the rocks that they poured from a dirty looking gallon jug, tasted mostly like syrup!! Then I noticed the 3 fly strips hanging in the bar area where they prepare the drinks...how the HELL did this pass health code?!?! I agree with others that I think they overcharge people. I ordered 2 ground beef tacos at .99 each and a regular margarita with an extra shot of tequila and was charged $14.00 and some odd cents. You mean to tell me that crappy margarita was $11 or more?!?? Do not go to this restaurant, this place needs to be shut down due to health code violations!!!! read more

The staff was friendly. They were not busy at all. I order the chicken chimichanga with Queso. My brother ordered 2 beef tacos, rice and beans. His wife order a shredded chicken Taco salad. My little nephew demanded a hot dog. The salsa and chicken seemed to have chili pepper (ridiculous amount) added to it. My brother thought his beef had the same. It has almost inedible. I had to have a drink after every bite. My like nephews hot dog tasted kinda mushy and frozen. They bun looked like it has been completely smashed and torn up. He wouldn't touch it. My first visit. I would not go back again. Too many really good places for that $70 we spent (no alcoholic drinks involved). read more

I used to love to eat here for lunch, but the quality of the food is not as good as it once was. The service seemed like they're rushing & not very personally. read more

Sadly, I gave this place a second try, but I was disappointed. I ordered 2 lunches to go, they were not busy, ( I should have paid attention to that detail) . Anyway, both orders were wrong. Instead of the cheese enchilada I ordered for my non meat eating friend, they sent a beef enchilada. She could not eat it. Threw it away. Also ordered fajitas, did not include the sides of lettuce, sour cream, guacamole. Not great flavor either. $27.00, and I gave the to go guy a $3.00 tip. So, $30 for 2 lunches and one was tossed in the trash. I will not be going back. I tried to call them to explain the problem, they never answered their phone , I tried 3 times. It's a shame they can't get the simple things right. To be clear, I went in and ordered and picked it up, this was not a door dash situation. I told the guy exactly what I wanted, face to face. read more

Great food and service. Reasonable prices. Staff very friendly. Food was served quickly and hot. I have been there a few times. Always good. read more

Went for lunch today, ordered 2 soft drinks @1.99 taco's for 9.99 and chili Colorado for 10.99 and was charged on our bank statement $40! Doesn't add up, we left cash tip also! Check your receipts! They are stealing from people read more

Honestly messes up my take out order almost everytime, have had to go back in for simples things I paid extra for like limes, cheese etc. I ordered extra tortillas to go because the ones on my tacos are always soggy and they forgot them so I went back in for more and they charged me around 6 dollars for them. Super frustrated everytime I order food but being the only Mexican place in the town I venture back just to hope they are better and out of the multiple times ordering the same thing they have only made it good twice. There's way more things I can add just horrible service and todays my last day going there tired of spending 40 plus dollars just to get bad food. I had to airfry my tacos because how soggy they was just read more

El 5 De Mayo Mexican Restaurant - a plate of nachos - Mexican Near Me - Lapel, Indiana

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Wow. What A gem! Shrimp is tender & not over cooked! Shrimp cocktail - outstanding! Shrimp fajitas also outstanding! Great beans & tasty rice. Chips are fresh and better than any u have had lately. Service also outstanding! We definitely will return and bring our extended family! read more

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I was skeptical at first but boy did they change my mind. I am sure the locals in Lapel know the food is great but it is a well kept secret for everyone else. The food and service we amazing and the frozen drinks were divine. read more

Went here with my family for my birthday dinner, it's a really good traditional Mexican place! The restaurant was bear when we went in, with only one or two tables full. The music was a bit loud and the seating was just really spaced out, not a bad thing, just shows how old they are. Service was pretty good, the guy was kinda hard to understand at some points but that's ok! Food was delicious! My dad doesn't normally eat Mexican and he devoured his burritos! My chicken tacos were delicious! You get three tacos with rice and refried beans, so if you leave hungry, that's on you! Overall, definitely be going again!! read more

Awesome food. Love the outside patio and their food/drink specials and service are great. Taco Tuesday is worth it.

Great food, great margaritas, great service... We'll be back. I'm writing more because yelp wants me too but I don't know what else to say. It is one of the better Mexican restaurants I have been to. read more

Always great food, fast service, and friendly staff. I love feeling welcome every time I come in. They always remember me, and ask how I am. I've never had an issue here. Easily one of my favorite places to eat! Amazing daily specials as well. read more

This place is a hidden jewel. I'm very critical of Mexican food having lived in San Diego for many years. The food is fresh and flavorful. I loved the spinach quesadilla (I tasted) and I'm a serious carnivore. I had the burrito with steak, shrimp, and chicken. It was huge and DELICIOUS. The only thing I don't recommend is the beans. They have a weird flavor to me. But everything else makes up for it. TRY IT!! You won't be disappointed read more

True authentic Mexican cuisine! Excellent steak fajitas! Salsa and the queso are homemade and delicious. Can't forget the amazing margaritas. read more

Nice facility, nice waitress, OK food, have had better. Wasn't aware of the queso prices.... save your money and get a small only. I paid 8.99 for queso which was the same price as my meal. read more

Delicious authentic Mexican food with prompt service. I went with a group of 20-25, we all received our meals hot and delicious! Great place for families, children, etc... I did not have any desert as the dinner portions were large. There is a private parking lot, but only holds a handful of cars. If ever in Lapel again, I will definitely stop by. read more

Quick service. My favorite is the fried chimichanga! I wasn't to impressed with the enchiladas.

Last time we ate here we loved it however it has since closed for business' the food was great and big beers for cheap. We are going to miss it! read more

The best Mexican food, margaritas, and the service is great!!! Thank you we will be back!!!

There are fancier restaurants for sure, but this place has really good food at decent prices.

I had the arrow con Pollo y camarones, my husband had the steak burrito california. It was excellent! There was enough food for a second meal. We're definitely going back. read more

We love this place! Friendly staff, fast service, and great food! My family is regulars here and we have always enjoyed our experience!

I went in during my son's basketball practice. Ordered chips and salsa and a small cheese dip and a soft taco. The server was rude and would barely look at me "because I didn't order more". Couldn't even get my salsa refilled or my water without being charged an extra $1.29. Ridiculous. I'd give em zero stars if possible. Spend $7 and be told that's not enough to get your salsa refilled (no chips). I'll never be back. read more

Love El 5 De Mayo! The food is delicious, margaritas are great and the service is fantastic! I've never waited for my meal longer than 10 minutes. I also love the family atmosphere! Highly recommend!! read more

Always hot chips and good food. Large portions. Huge menu. Cold beer and good margaritas. Very good service. I will go back.

This place is super cute and clean . The food is delicious. The service is great will definitely be back .

I stopped in for lunch and had the lunch burrito. The service was fast and friendly. The vchips and salsa were very good. I'll be back :)

We ended up in Lapel one night and were trying to find anywhere to eat when we stumbled on El 5 De Mayo. We didn't expect much heading in, but we were pleasantly surprised by a solid dining experience. I was appreciative to see a kids menu that had some different option on it. The boys both loved their food. My food was some of the best I had in the area. My wife wasn't the biggest fan of her chicken dish, but it wasn't enough to stop her from heading there again. On top of that, we had some of the best service we have had at any restaurant in a long time. We will definitely be back. read more