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A locally owned Family Style Mexican Restaurant bold flavors,fresh ingredients, and real Mexican vibes from sizzling tacos to crave-worthy salsas, every bite brings the fiesta-authentic,vibrant,and made to keep you coming back. Pull up hungry,leave happy.
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Address: 531 By-pass 72 NW STE. C, Greenwood, SC 29649
Phone: (864) 223-7740
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Reviews
M Bailey
This restaurant was once Ernesto’s and is now allegedly under new ownership. The fact that all the Ernesto’s reviews are still here makes me wonder if it is truly bought out by the new owner (which would make it a new business) or if the last owner/operator is still co-owner in some capacity and this is simply a rebrand.
La Patrona opened under the new name and management a few weeks ago, so reviews from before are not really accurate and that is confusing in my opinion. This is just a note for those who may be wondering what is happening in these reviews.
I stopped coming to Ernesto’s because there was a sharp decline in quality and decided to try this place after hearing good things about it. I was once a weekly Ernesto’s patron.
We came for lunch and it wasn’t crowded at all. Barely anyone was there. It struck me that a new restaurant would already be so bare. The table immediately concerned me because the space was so small. We had less than an inch of clearance between our bodies and the table. Southerners are big eaters and I know a lot of people who would not fit well or be very embarrassed being seated where they cannot fit. So, that limits how many people I’d be willing to bring there for comfort reasons before ever considering the food. Ernesto’s was also bad about that so I expected they would’ve changed it. The inside appears totally unchanged so I’m not sure what the alleged renovations were going to be as the decor also seemed basically the same as my last visit.
The service was good but they forgot the tortillas and despite 3 people checking on us immediately after the food arrived, no one noticed it. I didn’t really care to eat them and so didn’t bother mentioning that they were missing; however, in a not-busy restaurant where we were checked on multiple times I think it does speak to a lack of attention to detail for an essential part of the meal to be missing and go unnoticed when only two dishes were ordered (meaning there was a lot of space on the table to notice a missing plate of tortillas).
The food was hot and generally good. I had chicken fajitas and my companion ordered a tortas Mexicanas with grilled chicken. My portion of fajitas was much smaller than the rice and beans and had relatively little chicken compared to fajitas served in other restaurants about town. The salsa was unremarkable but not bad at all, and the chips seemed fresh. We were offered more chips a couple of times which was very nice.
Coming at lunchtime during the week, I expected some lunch specials and lunch prices. The menu had a section of “Dinner Specials” which were around $10 each and I assume that was supposed to replace the typical lunch combo section. It wasn’t clear if it was for lunch-only or for dinner and lunch. They also gave us two different menus. I thought one would be specials and the other the regular full menu but the “specials” menu was so large that I’m not really sure what it was and why it was separate. It was a lot for just specials. The menu was completely different from Ernesto’s menu and has a lot of additions I hadn’t seen at local restaurants. There was some overlap with the OG menu (another new restaurant located in the old O’Charley’s).
The one thing that keeps me from thinking I’ll be back regularly was the price. Very few options aside from the dinner combos were under $15-17. Things I got at Ernesto’s for $10-12 are $17-20 here. I could eat lunch at another comparable local restaurant for $15 and under and that tips the scale for me.
Overall, I think the food and service were good and worth trying. If you really like the offerings on the dinner combos section, you can get a decent price on a meal. If you’re looking for certain menu options they offer, I’d definitely give it a try.
A bit of advice for the restaurant? Focus on under-$15 options and emphasize cheaper lunch portions, advertise some discounted specials. I’d like to see the business succeed.
… moreLa Patrona opened under the new name and management a few weeks ago, so reviews from before are not really accurate and that is confusing in my opinion. This is just a note for those who may be wondering what is happening in these reviews.
I stopped coming to Ernesto’s because there was a sharp decline in quality and decided to try this place after hearing good things about it. I was once a weekly Ernesto’s patron.
We came for lunch and it wasn’t crowded at all. Barely anyone was there. It struck me that a new restaurant would already be so bare. The table immediately concerned me because the space was so small. We had less than an inch of clearance between our bodies and the table. Southerners are big eaters and I know a lot of people who would not fit well or be very embarrassed being seated where they cannot fit. So, that limits how many people I’d be willing to bring there for comfort reasons before ever considering the food. Ernesto’s was also bad about that so I expected they would’ve changed it. The inside appears totally unchanged so I’m not sure what the alleged renovations were going to be as the decor also seemed basically the same as my last visit.
The service was good but they forgot the tortillas and despite 3 people checking on us immediately after the food arrived, no one noticed it. I didn’t really care to eat them and so didn’t bother mentioning that they were missing; however, in a not-busy restaurant where we were checked on multiple times I think it does speak to a lack of attention to detail for an essential part of the meal to be missing and go unnoticed when only two dishes were ordered (meaning there was a lot of space on the table to notice a missing plate of tortillas).
The food was hot and generally good. I had chicken fajitas and my companion ordered a tortas Mexicanas with grilled chicken. My portion of fajitas was much smaller than the rice and beans and had relatively little chicken compared to fajitas served in other restaurants about town. The salsa was unremarkable but not bad at all, and the chips seemed fresh. We were offered more chips a couple of times which was very nice.
Coming at lunchtime during the week, I expected some lunch specials and lunch prices. The menu had a section of “Dinner Specials” which were around $10 each and I assume that was supposed to replace the typical lunch combo section. It wasn’t clear if it was for lunch-only or for dinner and lunch. They also gave us two different menus. I thought one would be specials and the other the regular full menu but the “specials” menu was so large that I’m not really sure what it was and why it was separate. It was a lot for just specials. The menu was completely different from Ernesto’s menu and has a lot of additions I hadn’t seen at local restaurants. There was some overlap with the OG menu (another new restaurant located in the old O’Charley’s).
The one thing that keeps me from thinking I’ll be back regularly was the price. Very few options aside from the dinner combos were under $15-17. Things I got at Ernesto’s for $10-12 are $17-20 here. I could eat lunch at another comparable local restaurant for $15 and under and that tips the scale for me.
Overall, I think the food and service were good and worth trying. If you really like the offerings on the dinner combos section, you can get a decent price on a meal. If you’re looking for certain menu options they offer, I’d definitely give it a try.
A bit of advice for the restaurant? Focus on under-$15 options and emphasize cheaper lunch portions, advertise some discounted specials. I’d like to see the business succeed.
April Fisher
First time here since the name change and new owners. The food was very good, the portion was huge. I ordered the fajita lunch special and it was large as a dinner plate. Excellent staff, no wait.
… moreRenai Hudson
We loved the chicken soup here. Emphasis on loved. I picked up 2 orders for lunch today and was disappointed to see the salsa instead of the pico,avocado, and lime. I should have listened to my 1st instinct and called to verify the recipe hadn’t changed. Ernesto please open another restaurant. This wife needs a lazy meal!! Edit 10/1/25: Tried it the next day and it was if i had covid. No taste at all. I had to add my own spices in order to taste it. Despite what the employee stated, this is what my order came with. A tub of chicken water, a bag of chips, and salsa. I will not go back and stand by my previous statement. Ernesto, please open another restaurant!!!!! And to the employee who commented on my review, check your grammar and spelling and not me.
… moreZach Hillis
Not my favorite. Place wasn’t busy at all and my waiter couldn’t even stand there long enough for me to finish my order. He keeps running off before I was done ordering. Paid extra for beef tips and like boiled. No seasoning. Ground beef has a weird mushy texture. I’m from Houston and have had Mexican all over this state for work. So far this was my least favorite. Chips are off too. Sticks to your teeth. To thick and hard.
… moreJaliyah Calhoun
As a first time customer, I loved the environment and energy of this restaurant! Very very nice waiters/ waitress who greeted me, my best friend/ partner and my daughter. The atmosphere and hospitality were very welcoming! The food is tastes amazing! The service was excellent! We weren’t disappointed at all! I would definitely recommend to my family and friends to come try this place out for sure! I will definitely come back! Thank you for your service!
… moreChad Burger
Only 2 people out of 5 received their food. One ordered a taco salad and it was basically soup with so much liquid at the bottom. Definitely will not be coming back or recommending.
… moreDon Price
EVERYTHING Was PIPING HOT and DELICIOUS ! I have been trying to make a DIFFERENT SELECTION Every time I go . Texas Dip , Grilled Steak Tartas , ERNESTO’S STEAK cooked with Bell Peppers and Onions , ERNESTO’S Lunch Special Fajitas . The Chips and Salsa were Excellent . ALL of the People that worked there were really friendly and it was just a very nice Atmosphere . On my last visit ( a to-go order ) it seems like their food has changed , but not for the better . The steak that I ordered was cooked way too long. It was dry and tasteless . The wraps that were given in my order was in crumpled tin foil and looked as if it was someone else trash . The salad had about a quarter cup of water in the container. It’s really not a good sign for a formerly excellent restaurant. I hope this doesn’t indicate a downward spiral. Most of what they gave me that day ended up in the trash .
… moreAndrew Gumbiner
I ordered the burrito Verde. Fair warning- it is actually more like two enchiladas. By that, I mean it has the salsa verde (green sauce) and cheese sauce both on the outside of the tortilla, so you cannot eat it with your hands. Therefore, not sure why it is called a burrito. I only care about this because it was to be shared with someone in the hospital who has trouble using utensils dight now. That said, the person in the hospital loved it and said they are excited to go back when the get out.
It was good but I must admit, I was hoping for more depth of flavor in the carnitas (pulled pork) inside. I think I am just picky. It came with a side of rice which was good and red salsa on the side (I believe this comes on it normally) and tortilla chips. Also, it was quite a lot of food for the price, so that was nice.
I liked it well enough, but would probably order something else next time. Jackie at the to-go order counter was very kind and helpful.
… moreIt was good but I must admit, I was hoping for more depth of flavor in the carnitas (pulled pork) inside. I think I am just picky. It came with a side of rice which was good and red salsa on the side (I believe this comes on it normally) and tortilla chips. Also, it was quite a lot of food for the price, so that was nice.
I liked it well enough, but would probably order something else next time. Jackie at the to-go order counter was very kind and helpful.
Chelsi Jeter
Honestly, I believe La Patrona has the best flavored food of any restaurant in Greenwood (Mexican-style or otherwise). It’s our go-to favorite place and the friendly staff probably see us TOO much. I also think they have the best flavored salsa and freshest chips. I definitely recommend giving Ernesto’s a try!
… moreEd Heim
Wow! Very nice place. We were well taken care of by our waiter, the comedian. The food was very good. Portions were large, and prices are reasonable.
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