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Address: 2308 17th St, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Phone: (712) 336-8125
Website: https://elcaporalspiritlake.com/
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Reviews
David Trucksess (Dav3Supr3m3)
I know there have been several restaurants in this building over the past couple of years, so I decided to give it a try today under the new ownership. I sat at the bar and was helped by a gentleman named Ramón, who I later found out is one of the owners.
He was great to talk with and very engaging. I asked a few questions to get a feel for the caliber of food I could expect and even asked about lengua tacos. They don’t currently offer them—though to be fair, no one else in the area does either—but it was immediately clear how passionate he is about both the food and the business.
I ordered tacos, which were excellent. Typically, every three tacos have to be the same meat, but I wanted to try a variety. Although he initially said that wasn’t how it worked, he surprised me by making it happen anyway (as you can see in the photo).
Overall, I was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I definitely recommend stopping in if you’re craving some really great Mexican food.
-Best regards, Dave
… moreHe was great to talk with and very engaging. I asked a few questions to get a feel for the caliber of food I could expect and even asked about lengua tacos. They don’t currently offer them—though to be fair, no one else in the area does either—but it was immediately clear how passionate he is about both the food and the business.
I ordered tacos, which were excellent. Typically, every three tacos have to be the same meat, but I wanted to try a variety. Although he initially said that wasn’t how it worked, he surprised me by making it happen anyway (as you can see in the photo).
Overall, I was very pleased with both the service and the quality of the food. I definitely recommend stopping in if you’re craving some really great Mexican food.
-Best regards, Dave
C T
What a fantastic place to eat! Service was excellent. The staff was wonderful! Reasonably priced and the food was amazing!
… moreSophie Hinn
This is the pollo el cilantro and it’s probably the best dish I’ve ever had at a restaurant. TRY THIS!!
… moreLogicalmind42
This is definitely my favorite Mexican food in all of the lakes region! I really like their burritos, I tried the cilantro sauce and it was awesome. And they have great homemade chips. Best restaurant has the best staff in the area every time I go in, I am greeted with smiles and amazing employees! Thank you for having such a great restaurant!
… moreLance Peterson
Credit card users make sure to double check your credit card statement!
Okay food. Service was subpar. No refills on beverages. Waitress was quick to take plates away while we were still eating.
Would not have been anything other than I’d try it again until a couple weeks later when I got my credit card statement and they changed a $7 tip to $15.00.
Was charged $62.12 not the $54.12.
I was clearly written so this is no mistake.
I wonder how many others had this happen and was never caught. Disappointing.
Management I hope you can figure out who is trying to damage your business. Good luck!
… moreOkay food. Service was subpar. No refills on beverages. Waitress was quick to take plates away while we were still eating.
Would not have been anything other than I’d try it again until a couple weeks later when I got my credit card statement and they changed a $7 tip to $15.00.
Was charged $62.12 not the $54.12.
I was clearly written so this is no mistake.
I wonder how many others had this happen and was never caught. Disappointing.
Management I hope you can figure out who is trying to damage your business. Good luck!
Nrma G
This is our second time coming to eat at this restaurant and we absolutely love everything about this place. The waiters are super nice and respectful, service is excellent, food is absolutely delicious and their drinks are A1 you won’t regret coming here ❤️
… moreMary Ellis
Have to say they are probably the friendliest team of people. They know how to treat their customers. Food was very good. Pictures are the Pollo Loco chicken dish and Beef enchiladas.
… moreLKH
Had the Quesabirria Tacos and Pollo al Cilantro. The tacos were delicious! The grilled chicken cilantro is served on a bed of rice with sauted onions, green pepper and cheese, smothered in cilantro sauce. The green peppers were not cooked well and still quite firm which I did not like. Good place and friendly waiter.
… moreDebbie McConnell
We stopped in with our family ( party of 8.) We were immediately greeted by the very kind , friendly , and professional owner of the restaurant! He offered suggestions when ordering , FOOD WAS BEYOND AMAZING ( we had appetizers , main course , snd several varieties of desserts) , service was quick , prices were very reasonable!! It was OVERALL a wonderful dining experience! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We will definitely be regular customers!! —Debbie
… moreRandy Moreth
Awesome restaurant- food, service and atmosphere were amazing!
One of the servers -Libo even did a rope dances with patrons..
Stop by for Cinco de Mayo 2025 (5-5-2025)
You won’t regret it!
… moreOne of the servers -Libo even did a rope dances with patrons..
Stop by for Cinco de Mayo 2025 (5-5-2025)
You won’t regret it!