Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday (Labor Day) | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 4–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 446 Locust St #1545, Lawrence, KS 66044
Phone: (785) 841-3837
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Mexican-Restaurant/El-Matador-Cafe-130337043705671/
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Reviews
Russ Nesseth
My last visit was 1964. My parents visited when I was a Freshman at KU. My father was very critical of substandard meals but he loved the food here and we returned several times. The current owners can be proud of their traditions. I ordered one of the “named” specialties that included several samples items. I enjoyed them all as well as a Margarita. I’ll be back much sooner next time!
… moreharry moore
I’ve been eating here since 1972. That’s 3 generations of the Reyes family’s cooking. It has never changed, still the same delicious home cooked Mexican food I grew up with and missed the entire 34 years we were away. Our favorite Mexican Restaurant. Nicest folks around. Thanks Raquel for keeping it going.
… moreBarbara V.
First timer but we were with veterans who shared some history. Fun menu! Love that they’ve been in business so long through generations. Don’t expect oversized portions – each item is fairly small and SO good. It was fun being able to try several items. We didn’t mind the sound of the train across the street; the people at the bar were MUCH louder…
… moreRay Cessna
Local authentic restaurant with yummy Mexican food. The bar is always serving. Taco, tostada, and rice are all good. Gotta love real food and people
… moreTeresa Hodge u
Great atmosphere along with good food. Been eating there a long time since Little Joe was there. Raquel makes it feel like home.
… morebrian rosson
The food was delicious and the service was excellent. My father used to come here in the 1950s. He would bring an egg and ask them to put it on his enchiladas.
… moreCarol Langston
Many years since we have been here. Love the new bar area and extended seating areas. Huge menu at reasonable prices. Good margaritas!
… moreJason Henderson
Very unique place. We visited on Friday for lunch which is buffet only. It was good authentic Mexican food.
… moreBen Miles
Worst dining experience i have had in a while. We got a laughable amount of complementary chips to split between 5 people. The margarita I got was definitely just sweet and sour mix and ice cubes, no sign of my good friend tequila. Our server did a good job, very very friendly. The food was just plain bad, basic, and bland. Not cheap either. I have never gone out of my way to review a restaurant before but the rating on this place is too high. We were the ONLY people there 630 pm on a Thursday for a reason.
… moreAlice Hewitt
The best of the best real Mexican restaurant! They don’t change the recipes. They keep the original. Sometimes we have to wait, which is ok because they don’t hurry and compromise on the flavor. Always plenty of chips if we have to wait. They do not smother everything with cheese. Really good hot sauce, and the best beans I have ever tasted. I never get tired of going to the El Matador.
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