Site Navigation
HomeAbout
Services
Testimonials
Contact
News
Info
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
Schererville, IN | Merrillville, IN | Crown Point, IN | St. John, IN | Dyer, IN | Highland, IN | Cedar Lake, IN | Munster, IN
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 7/18/2025
Connor Stone
had this to say:
Favorite place to get Mexican food in Lake County. Had chicken tacos with just cheese and onion. Another picture is their newer menu item, Tinga. Both plates had no beans and extra rice. If you want any bottles of drinks, go to the refrigerator, behind the cash register counter.
On 7/16/2025
Rogelio
had this to say:
Good environment
Testimonial written by Rogelio on this site.
On 7/11/2025
Jacob Frantz
had this to say:
Steak tacos were 10/10
On 7/10/2025
Ryan Mays
had this to say:
The staff is always extremely nice when we go here. We love the food every time! My wallet isn't hurting either. Thank you, El Amigo!
On 7/9/2025
Footpuppy Puppy
had this to say:
excellent food !
get the shrimp diabla, if you dare.
yum.
Contact Us
El Amigo
210 W Lincoln Hwy Schererville, IN 46375
Phone: (219) 865-3022
Email: eherrera
Off of Highway 30
Where To Find Us
Follow us on GoogleFollow us on Facebook
Follow us on Yelp
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
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!Info
MenuCatering
Legal
Terms of UsePrivacy Policy