El Matador Cafe
444 Locust St, 66044-1545 - Lawrence
Mexican
Spanish
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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...
We'll definitely be back, maybe try lunchtime.
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Many years since we have been here. Love the new bar area and extended seating areas. Huge menu at reasonable prices. Good margaritas!
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Great food, just go when you have plenty of time to enjoy the ambience...
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Loved the food! Had a great time with the family and friends.
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Have known this family for many years. Came here regularly until we moved away but when in this area it's a given we will stop by. It's the best authentic food you can get. Love it
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Very unique place. We visited on Friday for lunch which is buffet only. It was good authentic Mexican food.
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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.
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A Lawrence tradition and always a comfort food pleaser. Love their sweet salsa.
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