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Mexican restaurant in North Providence, Rhode Island
What should I order at El Charro?
What to order
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Guacamole Appetizer
Recommended multiple times for being freshly made, very fresh, and an amazing value; reviewers also said the chips were addictive.
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Carne Asada Tacos
Frequently praised as the best place around for steak tacos, with reviewers specifically saying they always order these with rice and beans.
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Queso Dip
Called one of the reviewer’s favorites and highlighted as outstanding, suggesting it is a standout starter.
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
Mentioned as a favorite for its quality, alongside other top dishes, indicating it is a well-liked soup choice.
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Seafood Soup
Strongly recommended for its rich broth and generous seafood mix including crab legs, shrimp, fish, clams, mussels, and scallops.
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Shrimp Cocktail
Listed among the favorite dishes, showing it is a popular and well-regarded item.
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Papas Locas
Named as a favorite by a repeat customer, suggesting it is a memorable and satisfying dish.
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Steak Fajitas
Praised as excellent and even judged better than the reviewer’s own, making it a standout main dish.
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El Charro Steak
Included in a meal described as delicious and worth ordering again, indicating it is a recommended steak option.
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Quesadilla Ranchero
Specifically mentioned as part of a delicious first visit meal, showing it was enjoyed and worth recommending.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9:30 PM |
About El Charro
El Charro is a Mexican restaurant in North Providence, Rhode Island. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, flavorful food, fast service, and friendly staff, along with a casual, cozy dining room. Commonly mentioned favorites include carne asada tacos, tortilla soup, margaritas, guacamole, and fried ice cream. The restaurant is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, with prices in the $20 to $30 range.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is El Charro known for?
El Charro is especially known for carne asada tacos, with reviewers calling them the best steak tacos and often ordering them with rice and beans. Margaritas are also a standout, and the restaurant gets frequent praise for fresh food, quick service, and a lively bar area.
What dishes are most recommended at El Charro?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the carne asada tacos, guacamole appetizer, chicken tortilla soup, tortilla soup, queso dip, and fried ice cream. Other frequently praised items include the Ole burrito, tamal, quesadilla ranchero, el charro steak, shrimp cocktail, and papas locas.
What is the atmosphere like at El Charro?
The vibe is casual and cozy, with colorful Mexican-themed decor and a fun, energetic feel. It suits groups, families, and date nights, and reviewers mention attentive servers, birthday singing, and a clean dining room.
Is El Charro good value, and what is the price range?
El Charro is priced at $20 to $30, and reviewers often say the portions are big and the food is worth the money. Several mention affordable lunch specials, fair prices, and large drinks, including margaritas that are considered worth the cost.
How fast is service at El Charro, and is it a good place to reserve ahead?
Service is often described as fast, with some meals arriving in about 10 to 15 minutes, especially outside the lunch rush. Reviewers also note that it can get busy on weekends, so reservations are a smart idea if you want a smoother visit.
Is parking available at El Charro?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does El Charro have vegetarian options?
Yes, El Charro offers vegetarian options.
Is El Charro kid-friendly?
Yes, El Charro is good for kids.
