Traditional fare & cocktails served in a relaxed cantina with colorful mural art & patio seating.
Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2233 Lafayette Rd, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
Phone: (706) 861-4898
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Reviews
The salsa was excellent—definitely a standout. The chips were just okay at first, but the second batch was warm and much better. As for the entrees, they were decent—not the best I’ve had in town, but still enjoyable. I will say the Mexican rice was really good and flavorful.
The restaurant was clean, the staff welcoming, and overall it was a pleasant experience. I wouldn’t say it’s my top pick for Mexican food in the area, but I’d definitely return occasionally.
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From the moment we arrived, the service was poor. Our server was rude and dismissive, showing no courtesy or professionalism throughout our visit. When we finally received our drinks, mine was so strong it was nearly undrinkable—almost as if it had been made incorrectly out of spite. The balance was completely off, tasting more like straight alcohol than a properly mixed cocktail.
What made the situation even worse was the server’s attitude when my friend requested her margarita be made fresh instead of using the premix. Rather than simply accommodating this reasonable request, the server became argumentative and acted as though we were being difficult customers. It’s a basic expectation at any restaurant that guests can request modifications, especially when it comes to how their drinks are prepared.
To make matters worse, it took an extremely long time for the server to even acknowledge our table after that. We sat waiting for service, unable to address the drink issue or order our food in a timely manner. The lack of attentiveness was frustrating and made what should have been an enjoyable dinner out feel like an ordeal.
I’ve heard good things about El Matador in the past, which makes this experience all the more disappointing. The combination of rude service, argumentative behavior over a simple drink request, poorly made drinks, and extended wait times left us feeling unwelcome and dissatisfied.
I hope the management takes feedback seriously and addresses these service issues, as they significantly detracted from what could have been a pleasant dining experience.
This is the place you go when you are hungry and want good quality food asap!
Everyone there is always great. I have had an amazing experience every time.
Went there on December 27th, 2025. It was busy but service was prompt and server came by several times too see if we needed anything else.