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    El Corral

    4.1 (100 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    EL CORRAL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Supreme Enchiladas Rancheras
    Monica T.

    Went on a Tuesday night and this place was packed in the tiny town of Creedmoor! We met the owner, Alejandro & he was very warm, hospitable & on it with water refills (the key to my hydration loving heart). Food was great; I knowingly over ordered the enchiladas Rancheras because I wanted to try one of everything. It was 5 enchiladas: ground beef, chicken, bean, cheese and beef tips All was topped with red sauce, guac & sour cream. My favorite was the bean enchilada, it was super creamy. I will probably order a tray of those next time! Ask for the house salsa verde, it was a great condiment for everything. They care about the customer & the food quality here.

    Tacos: Carnitas (pulled pork, made fresh on Saturdays!!!), chicken, steak, and el pastor (marinated pork?)

    Love this place!!!! I work out in Raleigh and have had similar tacos out there but they're not nearly as good as the ones at El Corral. The carnitas are my favorite I'm lucky enough to live very close to this restaurant, so I've been here just about every week recently. The staff here is very kind and accommodating. The food is amazing.

    Fajita burrito
    Melissa A.

    We stopped in on our way back to Raleigh, and it was an awesome experience. I had the shrimp fajita and husband had the burrito fajita. Both were delicious. We also had the guac, and that was good as well. Phenomenal wait staff. Restaurant got packed at 6. Will def eat here again and make the only 20 minute drive!

    Dining area with TVs
    Jill M.

    Clean, roomy, nicely decorated and staffed with awesome servers. Standard Mexican fare is offered plus more! Expanded menu includes fish, smoked pork chops, and healthy dishes. I had grilled veggies and shrimp. It comes covered with cheese sauce, but I asked for mine on the side. Hubby had grilled shrimp, rice, tortillas and guacamole salad. The service is faster than Taco Bell and our food was fresh and perfectly cooked. Generous servings at reasonable prices. Good for large groups as there is a second dining room that could be used for private parties. There are two TVs in the dining room. I'm not a fan, especially when women boxing was on. Really? Right next door is the City Tavern where you can continue your night out on Creedmoor's Main Street. Great newly paved parking lot shared by both businesses, plus free street parking.

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    1 month ago

    Food is delicious and fresh! The staff are especially friendly and helpful. Love coming here.

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    Food is plentiful and service always top end. We are especially partial to the fajitas.

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    2 years ago

    Service and food were great! We always enjoy visiting El Corral for dinner. Jordy is a wonderful employee who good care of us.

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    3 years ago

    I live in butner and i rather go here then any other Mexican restaurant in the area, love the food really authentic!

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    4 years ago

    Awesome Staff and really good food! They have something good going on there. We always enjoy our time there.

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    4 years ago

    Ehh. Not that great. Salsa tastes like spaghetti sauce and the food is just average. El Rio is much better!

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    3 years ago

    Nothing fancy but the food always hits the right spot very nice and friendly family restaurant

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    Great food, great service and great staff. Always enjoy eating there. I'm a lil addicted to it!

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    4 years ago

    Delicious food and friendly staff! Great place to bring the whole family, including young kids

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    3 years ago

    Delicious. I will return. Outdoor seating is nice. Friendly staff. Perfect spot for lunch.

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    Awesome food fast service consistent every time no matter if you're eat yin or getting takeout.

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    We love the workers in the Butner restaurant. They comply with my special diet requests!

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    6 years ago

    Favorite Mexican restaurant around. Great prices, good food, local family owned and operated.

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