El Vago Tex-Mex

Corydon, IA · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.3/5
★★★★☆ 4.3
Reviews
20
Rank in Corydon
#2
of 8 restaurants
City Percentile
43%
rating percentile
Address
El Vago Tex-Mex, 101 S Lafayette St, Corydon, IA 50060
Phone
(641) 872-2002
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

El Vago Tex-Mex is a restaurant located in Corydon, IA. It is one of 8 restaurants listed in Corydon. Its 4.3-star rating is slightly below the Corydon city average of 4.5 stars. It ranks #2 among Corydon restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Randy Watsabaugh · Jan 2026

Very good authentic Mexican food, great price, very friendly service!

★★★★★ 5.0 Tammara Baker · Feb 2019

This is an amazing restaurant to find in a very small town. They opened within the past year under new ownership in the former La Bota location, revamping the space with vibrant colors and striking images. I had been disappointed in La Bota the last two times I ate there, but was very happy with my steak fajitas this time. Their food is fresh and flavorful, the portions generous, and the prices reasonable. If you like fresh pico de gallo, which I do, they do a really great job with theirs. Even though there was no one else in the restaurant at 3:00 p.m., the waitress came back just one time and I had to flag down another waiter when I needed something. Other than that minor detail, El Vago (translates to "the slacker") is an awesome restaurant and well worth a visit.

★★★★★ 5.0 Johnny Fizz · Jul 2021

It was my first time ever here and I loved it. I love that from the moment you walk in, the waiter serves you chips and salsa FREE before you even order. I tried my first glass of wine EVER in a restaurant and it was strong. I loved the chicken and fries but the enchiladas were my favorite. I got it with rice and beans. The staff was very polite, helpful and nice. I also like the music they play and the decor is fun. ALSO the booths have amazing painting's on them. The only issue I had was with the dusty ventilation covers but that's easily cleaned. I would go again. I didn't try the dessert's so of course I have to go again. Despite the severe weather that day, the place was pretty full of customers inside and outside. 2nd visit we were the only customers and it was great. I had

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Keith Rauchle · Jan 2026

It would be nice to know they would be CLOSED on a Tuesday night before 7:00!🤬🤬

★★★★★ 5.0 Jacqueline · Aug 2021

We stumbled upon this place driving to Burlington. Saw this cute restaurant and checked out the reviews. Great authentic Mexican food!! The staff was friendly! Loved the food!!! I had the combination chicken taco, burrito and enchilada. The chicken was fabulous!!

Accessibility & Amenities

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

Services

Mexican restaurant

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