El Patron

Chalmette, LA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.2/5
★★★★☆ 4.2
Reviews
20
Rank in Chalmette
#19
of 74 restaurants
City Percentile
43%
rating percentile
Address
El Patron, 3109 Jean Lafitte Pkwy, Chalmette, LA 70043
Phone
(504) 788-1817
Website
www.elpatronchalmette.online
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

El Patron is a restaurant located in Chalmette, LA. It is one of 74 restaurants listed in Chalmette. Its 4.2-star rating matches the Chalmette city average of 4.2 stars. It ranks #19 of 74 restaurants in Chalmette. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–9 PM
SundayClosed
Monday11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday11 AM–9 PM
Thursday11 AM–9 PM
Friday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Jared Smith · Dec 2025

Fresh salsa and guacamole is a great start to any restaurant, and both met us when we sat down. Food was delicious and authentic, and the menu was filled with solid offerings. The decor and atmosphere is no frills, but clean and welcoming. Drinks were cold and they had a great selection. The server was extremely friendly, and quick to recommend favorites. We also had a large group of seven, amd were seated almost immediately. This is a great restaurant if you want a non-fancy lunch or dinner, at a good price, and still have delicious food.

★★★★★ 5.0 Austin English · Feb 2026

Best Mexican food I've found in the Nola area, abs great margaritas. Fantastic salsa!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ctgb2 · Mar 2026

El Patron in Chalmette is a casual Mexican restaurant with a laid-back vibe and traditional Mexican-style dishes that hit a familiar comfort-food note. Tacos, burritos, fajitas, and quesadillas are the core here — generously portioned and seasoned boldly enough to satisfy without feeling overly complicated. The atmosphere feels comfortable and unpretentious, perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner with friends or family. That said, opinions on the food can be pretty mixed. Some visits deliver flavorful, satisfying dishes and friendly service, while others come across as average or a bit inconsistent in quality and seasoning. A few customers have noted slower service and uneven food execution, so it’s one of those places where your experience can vary quite a bit depending on the day. For m

★★★★★ 5.0 Paradise Donaldson · Jul 2024

My first time here. I came for lunch yesterday. I got the choriqueso and carne asade tacos with rice and beans. I also got a strawberry fresca. The server was amazing. The place was very clean.

★★★★★ 5.0 Dancing DeeDee · Jan 2024

Great Service, VERY kind owner & waitress too. There was 5 of us at the table...I ordered something w/ special directions...I'm picky lol My order came exactly how I wanted it!! EVERYTHING Was Delicious & fresh! I'd highly recommend this restaurant! Photo's will be added to my review!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Delivery ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Beer Selection ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Alcohol ✓ Beer ✓ Cocktails

Services

Mexican restaurant

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