I'm a little confused why El Jarro doesn't have better reviews. The food and service are excellent. The decor, especially in the back room, is charming. Prices are very reasonable. Tortilla chips are served hot, thin and crispy with a fresh and spicy salsa. We added guacamole which was addictive enough that I ate some with a spoon at the end of the meal. For a main, I ordered the Oaxaca Tilapia with Coconut Rice, Asparagus, Zucchini and Mango Salsa which felt like a light, healthy meal but was absolutely delicious. I would order again. Overall, this is probably the best value Mexican restaurant in Lafayette. read more

El Jarro - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

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One of my favorite spots in the area, I've been coming here for 5 years. The burritos, tacos poblanos, and tortas are some of my favorites. The service is always quick, even when it's busy, it's reasonable time. My only thing is that in the summer it can be a bit warm but I'm there for the food. I recommend everyone to give it a try. read more

El Jarro has been my go-to Mexican spot in the East Bay for years. Never had a bad experience and the food is always solid. I love their Enchiladas Verdes and the chips and salsa are always fresh. They also have the best chicken tortilla soup! Their extensive menu has just about anything you are looking for. Staff are always welcoming, friendly, and the quaint decor makes you feel right at home. Parking in Lafayette can be challenging but they do have a small parking area tucked behind the restaurant. read more

El Jarro - Chicken Enchiladas Verdes - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

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I've been to El Jarro a few times, with a friend and local business owner. She is a regular and I can see why. The staff is so friendly and the food fresh and delicious. I've had carnitas tacos, the Al pastor torta, enchiladas and chilaquiles. All were outstanding. One time they had a chili verde special that my friend ordered. It was so good, but sold out the next visit. If you don't find parking on the street, there is free parking behind the restaurant, down a very tight alley. Definitely worth checking this place out. Great food and service. read more

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Just really good foo at fair prices, with consistent quality served by friendly staff.

On the last day of the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival, almost every eatery had waits for table service. I saw this quaint little place on the Main Street and was glad that I went in. No glitz, but their food meant business. I had the chicken flautas....yum! Chips and salsa, although basic fare, came quickly to us. The warm chips were served with a mildly spicy salsa. The best! Service was above par...friendly and fast! How did I ever miss this restaurant? read more

East bay burrito #64 Initial taste - 5/7 Meat - 5/7 Beans - 6/7 Cheese - 5/7 Rice - 4/7 Tortilla - 6/7 Salsa - 4/7 Overall - 5/7 I want to not like this burrito as described. Lettuce and corn is not my style normally. The steak is a little on the chewy side, but I actually quite like it. Good flavors on everything. Rice is a little bland. Salsa is not adding much. read more

We usually place 2-3 takeout orders each week. My favorite dish is the vegetarian burritos with cactus, which are likely the best in the Bay Area. Occasionally, we dine in, and the service, food, and ambiance are all exceptional. The food is always filling without feeling heavy. There are probably only a few fine Mexican restaurants like this in the Bay Area. read more

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Really nice lunch experience. Shared a chicken burrito which was stuffed with yummy beans and rice and pico de gallo (super fresh). Ingredients were tasty. Chips and guacamole delicious. Service efficient and friendly. read more

El Jarro - Chips and guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

Been going here for 10 years and have never had a bad meal. Easy parking out back , Amazing Service and the Food is incredible. if you Love Mexican food try this restaurant.. read more

El Jarro - Taco Salad CHICKEN ENCHILADAS.. - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

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BEST MEXICAN food in the East Bay!!! Great people work there, too!!! You just try this place!!

Great little Mexican restaurant with some unexpected vegetarian options and creative dessert items. Terrific service too. read more

El Jarro - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

Panino tacos great. Green enchilada just the right amount of heat! Service is good and music and added plus.

Best Mexican in the city. Trustworthy menu and great burritos. Solid horchata. They make you buy your own chips though if you're dining pretty sure read more

My daughter and I went to El Jarro for lunch today. We are not from the area, but we enjoyed it immensely.. I had chicken enchiladas Verdes, which was delicious and my daughter had chicken flautas which she loved. The food was fresh with quality ingredients and yummy. Also, the chips, salsa and guacamole were exceptional very fresh and the chips were thin, crispy Give this place a try you will be glad you did Bon appétit read more

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It's fresh and the grilled fish was excellant Best burritos in town salsa Chips are good but not great read more

I love El Jarro! The food is delicious and the people are so friendly. Really good portions.

Great good at an excellent price. Will definitely be back. The staff was very friendly. We ordered fish tacos and shrimp agave, both were great. The chips and salsa to start were fresh and the chips were warm. Really enjoyed this place. read more

The Chile rellenos were excellent. Two for $17. Beans are black and just ok. Rice bland. Chips and salsa very good. $4. Guacamole ok. Hospitality 0. and service just ok. 6pm in December and they insist on leaving doors open hence a cold restaurant. read more

El Jarro is a great local Taqueria. The staff is very friendly and the food is good. For Lafayette, it's very cost effective. We got two super burritos, one steak, and one chicken and street tacos. Also Carne Asada and chicken. Great value, great local spot. Will definitely visit again soon. read more

I just had their Mexican Caesar salad with prawns for lunch. OMG there is cilantro. Salad dressing is just amazing very mild and perfect. Their prawns were cooked to perfection, which is very seldom done in my real world. Most of the times when I eat prawns they are overcooked and these were tender and juicy. And the salad was really chopped nicely not big pieces but seriously bite-size done well thank you you read more

El jarro is a nice quaint little place in Lafayette. The staff is very friendly and the portions are decent size. The tortillas are fresh, straight out of the oven and they keep fresh vegetables and salsas and chips to accompany your meal. Have to find parking in the back and definitely recommend this place! It's not a large place but they have nice artwork in the back and you feel in a very quiet comfortable setting to enjoy your meal. read more

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Shrimp w tequila and cream srill very good. Beautiful outside on sidewalk. Wine $8. Good selection of veggies: asparagus, zucchini, carrots, broccoli. Very yummy. read more

El Jarro - Shrimp w cream, flamed tequila, rice, orange pico de gallo, veggies $21!! Gracias El Joven!! - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

Great food we ordered the super nacho with steak and the super burrito with steak. The meat was cooked well and flavorful. We would definitely go back here again. read more

Great food/ great service/ been coming here for almost 5 plus years and never had a bad experience. Food is always fresh!

This place has the best Mexican food around. It's a little nicer than a taco shop, but not a great atmosphere. It's very clean and staff are very friendly. They have the best chile rellenos I've ever had, and I love Mexican food. The one frustrating thing is they say they are open until 8 pm, but really you can't order food after 7:30, but that's ok, just go there for lunch. read more

Week after week we order from El Jarro, mostly tacos including Pastor, carnitas, carne asada, all delicious! Also excellent guacamole! Staff is very friendly and helpful, we absolutely love El Jarro! read more

Great food, I had garlic shrimp, my husband had Carne aside both dinner was fabulous the waiter was so nice and friendly. will diffinately will come back! very soon read more

I can't get enough the chicken tacos here Carnitas can either be a hit or a slight miss but chicken tacos never go wrong read more

Good burritos and pretty quick service. Chips and Salsa: Chips were very crisp and well-seasoned, guacamole was ok and a little tasteless, salsa was very good. Chicken tortilla soup: Cheesy, topped with fresh tortilla strips. A little too salty though. Burritos: Can't really go wrong with these. We got the chicken and pork burritos, and both tasted pretty good. Only complaint is wish there was less rice and more cheese + tomatoes and lettuce. Also, if you plan on sharing one burrito, just know that the fillings are not very evenly distributed (one half probably has more meat than the other, etc.) Overall, pretty decent place with very generous portion sizes! read more

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A favorite spot for some great food in Lafayette! Have been coming to El Jarro for years and years and have yet to be disappointed! Get the prawns with mahi mahi and you will be so happy! Super tasty and flavorful, with fresh veggies on the side. Great guacamole and such super friendly staff! read more

Skip going here at night. This restaurant doesn't stay open according to posted hours. More than once gone here well before closing time to be told by staff that refusing to serve as had decided to close early as not that busy, even when can see full staff there hanging around with each other. food is ok, but not worth the bad night time service. Plenty other great options nearby. read more

The chips were perfectly crispy and delicious. The carnitas tacos were absolutely delicious - juicy and flavorful. The service was also great!! read more

Stopped here for lunch after a run with a friend. We got seated at one of the few tables outside. I had a carnitas taco and a fish taco. They were both delicious. Fish taco was fresh and authentic and came with a slice of lime. Carnitas was tender and full of flavor. There is metered parking in front and there are a couple of parking lots within a couple of blocks. read more

El Jarro - Carnitas and fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

The food quality is excellent. The burritos and tortas are amazing and reasonably priced. The staff is very friendly, and the area is clean.

I am not lying when I say, I honestly think that is the best steak burrito I have ever tasted. It was $14 which is normal nowadays but you can just tell all of the ingredients were of high quality and everything was perfectly cooked/seasoned. The host was also very friendly and was on top of everything. HIGHLY recommend. read more

I've come here two times and it's always been so good! The service is warm and friendly, the food comes out hot, and it ready fast. They also give chips and salsa. I got fish tacos and they came with grilled fish, guacamole, lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa. The fish was perfectly grilled and flavorful. I will definitely be back soon! read more

El Jarro - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Lafayette, California

What a gem! We ducked in for a late lunch during the art and wine festival and had a great meal with attentive service. We each ordered a taco (fish for me and chicken for my friend) and split the mahi mahi salad which was perfectly seasoned and cooked with fresh jicama, mango, avocado and a delicious dressing. Yum! I'm going back for that, and next time I'm not sharing! The chips were fresh, hot, and light as a feather served with a mildly seasoned salsa. We will absolutely return! read more

A friend recommended this place to me, so I stopped in for a couple of burritos to go. Honestly, it was the best burrito I've ever had! We had the veggie burrito, which is like a bean and cheese with all the fixings, and the carnitas burrito. I was a little surprised when my total came to over $25 for two burritos, but after tasting them I have to say it was well worth it. Each burrito came with thin, crispy homemade tortilla chips and salsa. The fillings were evenly distributed and everything tasted fresh and delicious. The owner or manager who waited on me was friendly and helpful. Will most certainly be back for more!! read more

One of most underrated spots and best kept secrets in Lafayette. Some of the best Mexican food around. We've been coming for years. Highly recommend the heuvos rancheros with NY steak, and their coffee. read more