El GALLO DE ORO

Emporia, VA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Emporia
#3
of 45 restaurants
City Percentile
82%
rating percentile
Address
El GALLO DE ORO, 103 E Cloverleaf Dr, Emporia, VA 23847
Phone
(434) 885-8211
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM Sat

El GALLO DE ORO is a restaurant located in Emporia, VA. It is one of 45 restaurants listed in Emporia. Its 4.8-star rating is above the Emporia city average of 4.2 stars. It ranks #3 among Emporia restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About El GALLO DE ORO

Experience the authentic flavors of Mexico at our Mexican restaurant. Offering tacos, enchiladas, buritos and much more….

Hours

Friday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 M F · Aug 2025

Such a gem! Owner was so nice, gave great recommendations and great service!! We came after having a bad experience elsewhere and this place more than made up for it. We got the build-your-own-bowl and the pollo carlos. Both were EXCELLENT!! The pollo Carlos absolutely blew us away, the veggies so flavorful. We sadly don’t live in the area but we often pass through- this will definitely be a new stopping point for us. The owner mentioned waiting for their alcohol license, I hope they get it soon because I can only imagine how delicious their drinks would be!

★★★★★ 5.0 Kevin Stanley · Jul 2025

I am pleased to report that our town has welcomed a new family-owned Mexican restaurant, El Gallo De Oro, situated in the Travelers Plus building next to Hardees. After trying it out today, I can attest that the food is delicious. I encourage everyone to give it a try. Personally, I prefer it over the other Mexican restaurant in town. The Pollo Carlos was outstanding.

★★★★★ 5.0 Jennifer Belden · Oct 2025

Incredibly delicious! Stopped here for lunch while passing thru town on a road trip. Saw the amazing reviews and had to try it. So glad we did! We had the chicken chimichanga and beef fajitas and both were awesome! The chicken was juicy and flavorful and the steak cooked perfectly. The chips were warm and fresh. Very fast and friendly service. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Larry Hill · Aug 2025

So my wife and I stayed at the hotel thats literally walking distance to this restaurant. When I seen Spanish food connected to a gas station I know they mean business and they did not let down. They only bad thing I can say about them is damn they closed on monday but they need a break from serving som good old food.

★★★★★ 5.0 Hakeem Porter · Jun 2025

best food ever. The owner was so nice the food was fresh and they even gave me some free fresh nachos. and the spicy sauce was bussin! I'll be back for sure

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurant

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