A wonderfully casual Mexican joint! The staff are friendly and there are lots of tables here. The food is also good and the portions are large. From the chips and salsa to the Macho Nachos (yes, I highly recommend them!) to the $2 Tacos every Tuesday. If you're in the area, definitely stop here. read more

El Bracero - My 1/2 order of Macho Nachos Machos (delicious!) and two of the $2 Tuesday Tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

Been awhile but have at there several times over the years always good I didnt like they allowed smoking in one section but I don't think they allow any longer ? read more

Take out order was wrong they missed a drink quesadilla was a mess looked like they threw the chicken on the tortilla from across the kitchen the salsa was not nearly enough for the chips. The only saving grace was the rest of the food was ok but not exceptional. read more

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. read more

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We were greeted before we were even in the door. Service was fantastic and our server, what did you not? What was it? You were trying to get my Mystie was awesome! She helped me decide what to eat and a drink from the bar! My boyfriend got the grilled chicken fajita quesadilla and I got the half order of Jalisco with no shrimp. The food came out within minutes!!! Finished off with sopapilla that had just the right amount of sweet! Marked this as our favorite! Yum!! read more

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! read more

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Our food was fresh, hot and delicious. Great variety of dishes to choose from. Carne Asada tacos were so good!

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. read more

El Bracero - Carne Asada with added pineapples - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

Went there on Cinco de Mayo for take out. Delicious food with large portions. Will definitely eat there again.

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. read more

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We stopped here on a road trip and were so impressed. Unique dishes, excellent food and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Service was all over the place. Forgot to bring several items. Had to be asked each time our server returned, to bring the additional items. The food was just "ok" . We were hungry by that point and just wanted to eat. Cute restaurant, but won't be returning read more

The food is pretty good. Overall a decent place for a small town. Chips and salsa are solid.

Great tasting food & great friendly service ! Great customer service & great customer service. Love the colors & decor of the restaurant. The colorful walls & furniture makes me happy! read more

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! read more

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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. read more

El Bracero - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

This is the only good Mexican restaurant in the county as far as I'm concerned! If you want good Mexican food, this is the place to go! Everything I've tried I've loved! It's always hot and completely like we ordered it, which is not what you get from the others. read more

Very fresh and delicious. Portions were huge. This was one meal but obviously could feed minimum of 2. Prices were decent. The fresh guacamole was very good read more

El Bracero - So fresh and delicious and enough food to feed several people even though that is one meal. - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

If you're looking for a restaurant with a wait staff that is paying more attention to a basketball game instead of making sure that the food that you're paying for is correct, this is the place for you. I ordered takeout and absolutely everything in it was wrong. It wasn't even the right menu items. And then when I called back to get what I actually ordered and they acted like they hadn't received the correct order at all and told me it would be 20 more minutes to get my corrected food. Don't make the same mistake. I did used one of the 70 other Mexican options I'm the county. read more

Excellent food, good size portions, chips and salsa upon arrival, at our table we had grilled chicken burrito, steak fajitas and the pick two combo, all were huge portions. They only disappointing part was the grilled chicken burrito didn't come with any dressing (guacamole, sour cream etc..) just the burrito on your plate. Cheapest, best meal of our trip. Highly recommended to eat here if you're in town. read more

They always have fresh food that is authentic cuisine. The atmosphere is great and the service is exceptional.

El Bracero has great food...doesn't matter if we dine in or if we Doordash it. The queso and salsa always hit just right when we get there. My go-to order is either Chicken Chimichanga or the Skinny Chicken with double veggies. My husband always get fajitas. It doesn't disappoint. read more

My wife's favorite Mexican restaurant in Clarksville! Their salsa is unique, food always comes out piping hot. Love their portion and how they control it for the customers pleasure! Although, their isn't much that deciphers the menu in comparison to other restaurants in town. read more

Had a great time with great friends at the good ole elbracero tonight! LOVE RICE AND CHEESE!!! read more

El Bracero - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

Good service, and good food. I had the stuffed burrito and a beer. Very family-friendly, if you arrive around 6:30 or 7.

WORST TAKE OUT SERVICE, ive gone a total of 3-4 times & EVERY TIME WAS WRONG**** even after speaking to the manager, having my order read back and reminding them EVERY TIME my husband and I order take out it's wrong. SERIOUSLY THE WORST & their food has a cleaning product odor too it. Sucks theirs only 3 places to choose from in town! if you want terrible service with the wrong food every time this is your kinda place if not STAY AWAY read more

We stopped in to El Bracero in Central City on a trip through the area. We arrived before opening and saw several cars waiting in the parking lot. We had not been there in quite some time but found the quick seating and drink service the same. Our waiter was friendly and efficient. Our food was prepared quickly and brought out steaming hot. Their Shrimp Fajitas are as good as I remembered. Our table also ordered the Speedy Gonzales and the Vegetarian Fajitas which were filled with plenty of items. The sides that come with the fajitas are large and full of fresh toppings to add plus rice and beans. Nice lunch! read more

Always great food and service. Staff has always been proficient with getting orders in and out on a reasonable time.

Good,but the service is not the greatest, but but the food is great and The Inside is nice and clean.

Stopped here for lunch last week. Chips were okay, salsa was great. Service was fine. I ordered the shredded chicken chimichanga; about 20 minutes after leaving the restaurant spent the rest of the afternoon in and out of the restroom. Not sure what caused my intestinal response, didn't eat breakfast that day, so am fairly confident my response was to lunch from here. read more

Hands down the best place to go to for Mexican food in Central City. Great drinks, Great Food and a good atmosphere. The Nacho Salad is great!! read more

Wish I could have ordered more off menu. Great selection. Food and service was awesome. read more

El Bracero - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

Oh my holy smokes this food is amazing! I've eaten a lot of Mexican in my life, and this is the third best Mexican food I've ever eaten. (It's hard to compete with Sol Azteca in Birmingham and the place I went to in Monterrey Mexico). There were some things that I could bitch about servicewise. But to be fair we came at 3:30 pm when staff is low. And the food made up for that tenfold. Get the Bracero bowl. read more

Great food. Great service. Been here forever to serve the community and is a excellent edition to the area.

The food was horrible.. Beans were cold, rice tasted like it came from the bottom of the pan.. Order beef fajitas, the cow must of been on strike, cause barely no meat, more bell peppers and onions, than meat, tortillas were soggy, cold and not homemsde.. read more

Food was very good. Service was awesome. Ask for a strong maragrita and you'll get an extra strong maragrita for no extra charge. Yummmm read more

El Bracero - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

Very tasty food. We had a party of 11 and the food came out very prompt. Plenty of seating with sports on several televisions. Everybody at our table seemed to have liked their food. I got the Enchiladas Bang Bang and it was very good. I wasn't the biggest fan of the shredded chicken in the enchiladas, but the bang bang sauce was very good. Tasted like it was made with poblano peppers and I am not sure what else. Not too spicy. Wife had the fajita nachos and they tasted good as well. I liked the grilled chicken in hers and would have preferred that chicken to mine. I tried the cheese dip and it was good too. Not spicy at all though. The salsa was a pleasant surprise for me because it has a nice little bite to it. I like spicy salsa but usually places will go mild to appease the majority. I didn't think it was too spicy, but my wife said it was to her though she still ate some. If I am ever back in Central City for some unbeknownst reason I will eat here again. read more

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Host and hostess not very personable . The waiter was not friendly either . The salsa tasted like marinara sauce but the cheese dip was good and the chips tasted homemade . We wanted a margarita and they were very good , not too much sweet and sour but enough to make it good . Waiter knew his food and it was good ! Kids quesadillas were yummy and the Spanish rice was good . We both had lunch burritos which were filling and decently priced and way too much food to finish . Would be back again read more

Staying right next door to this place made me feel like home. This authentic Mexican food was just outstanding. I am Mexican and it is really hard to find some good Mexican food the their hit it right on. The service was awesome! I ordered the Deluxe Burrito and chose the Chicken with Chile Verde sauce. My mom always says "If the chips and salsa are good then the food will be good!" read more

El Bracero - Deluxe Burrito with chicken and Chile verde. Along side with rice and beans. Super delicious - Mexican Near Me - Central City, Kentucky

We stopped for lunch and had a very nice, huge, lunch. I had the Bracero Salad with guacamole instead of dressing. It was very good and big enough for lunch two. My husband had the chicken and spinach enchiladas and enjoyed them. Again, there was enough for us to have split the dish or a lunch. My only complaint is that they served my salad as a separate course instead of at the same time as my husbands meal. I didn't specify but since I didn't order anything else and the salad includes grilled chicken I think they should have asked. read more