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Name: El Amigo
Telephone: (219) 865-3022

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El Amigo

"Best Mexican Food In Town"

About Us

Since 1993, El Amigo has been the heart of authentic Mexican dining in Schererville, IN, delighting the taste buds of Merrilville, Crown Point, St. John, and beyond. Our famed menudo, available exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays, headlines a menu brimming with delicious tacos, burritos, tamales, sopes, enchiladas, and more. Dive into a symphony of traditional flavors at El Amigo for your next satisfying meal!

Areas Served

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

At El Amigo, we’re proud to serve one of our most beloved traditional dishes—menudo, available only on Saturdays and Sundays. This rich, slow-cooked Mexican soup is made with authentic ingredients and seasoned to perfection, offering a comforting and flavorful experience that keeps our weekend guests coming back for more. Whether you're continuing a family tradition or trying it for the first time, our weekend menudo is a must-try!
En El Amigo, nos enorgullece ofrecer uno de nuestros platillos más tradicionales y queridos: el menudo, disponible solo los sábados y domingos. Esta sopa mexicana, cocinada a fuego lento con ingredientes auténticos y sazonada a la perfección, brinda un sabor reconfortante que hace que nuestros clientes regresen cada fin de semana. Ya sea que estés siguiendo una tradición familiar o probándolo por primera vez, nuestro menudo de fin de semana es una experiencia que no te puedes perder.

Our Services include:

Welcome to El Amigo, your go-to full-service Mexican restaurant offering a delicious variety of authentic dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Whether you're dining in with family, ordering from our a la carte menu, or treating yourself to one of our homemade desserts, we have something for everyone—including kids specials that little ones will love. Planning an event? Let us bring the flavor to you with our professional catering services, perfect for gatherings of any size. At El Amigo, every meal is made with heart and served with a smile.
Bienvenidos a El Amigo, su restaurante mexicano de servicio completo, donde ofrecemos una deliciosa variedad de platillos auténticos para desayuno, almuerzo y cena. Ya sea que venga a disfrutar en familia, elija de nuestro menú a la carta, o se deleite con uno de nuestros postres caseros, tenemos algo para todos, incluyendo especiales para niños que les encantarán. ¿Está planeando un evento? Permítanos llevar el sabor hasta usted con nuestro servicio profesional de catering, ideal para cualquier ocasión. En El Amigo, cada platillo se prepara con cariño y se sirve con una sonrisa.

Our Products include:

Appetizers
Beer
Micheladas
Jarritos
Burritos
Pozole
Street Corn
Tacos
Tamales
Quesadillas
Tostadas
Gorditas
Flautas
Enchiladas
Sope

Testimonials

On 8/29/2025 Dominique Williams had this to say:
The food was very good and very FLAVORFUL! Also the tacos were a decent size especially since I only had meat and cheese! They do not skimp on portions at this location! I ordered 4 tacos and could only finish 2 lol! They have great customer service as well! Very friendly upon arrival! 5/5 for sure!

On 8/12/2025 Tom V had this to say:
Had chicken tacos to go. The order was ready on time, cashier was very friendly & prompt and the food was delicious as always. I’ll continue to come here when I visit the area. Great ownership too!

On 8/9/2025 Joe Bernal had this to say:
Absolutely amazing chicken tacos! All the food is good. Service is top notch. Highly recommend!

On 8/4/2025 rin rin had this to say:
Al pastor tacos with cilantro and onion <3

On 7/31/2025 Le Yipe had this to say:
First time here and definitely not the last time . Our lunch was absolutely outstanding as was the service . 10.

Contact Us

El Amigo
210 W Lincoln Hwy Schererville, IN 46375
Phone: (219) 865-3022
Email: eherrera@titoenterprises.com

Off of Highway 30

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Cash, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

News

Happy Labor Day from all of us at El Amigo Mexican Restaurant! 🎉🇺🇸 Today we celebrate the hardworking people who keep our communities thriving. Take a break—you’ve earned it—and enjoy something delicious!
#LaborDay2025 #ElAmigoIN #CelebrateHardWork

We are excited to announce we have launched our new catering menu! Check it out on our website and book us for your next private party!

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