Certified by El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant • Aug 16, 2026
Monday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Menu
1 menu · 220 items
Explore offerings from El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant on 2195 Riverside Dr in Columbus, with popular margaritas, 10.99 lunch specials m-f 11am-2pm, lunch after 2pm, and lunch/ almuerzos available at this location.
Full Menu
220 items
Margaritas
El vaquero margaritas (you can order up to 2 alcohol drinks per meal ordered)
Mi campo reposado tequila with organic agave syrup, fresh lime juice, a combination of lime and orange cubes, sparkling water, garnished with a dehydrated orange. (on the rocks | large)
Bozal mezcal blended with our secret el vaquero Margarita mix, offering a delicious smoky flavor. (on the rocks | large)
10.99 Lunch Specials M-F 11am-2pm
"enjoy our delicious $10.99 lunch specials! Choose from five tasty options — quesadilla, enchiladas verdes, taco salad, spinach burrito, burrito — each (except #79 taco salad) comes with your choice of 2 sides and for just $10.99. Available monday through friday from 11:00 a.m. To 2:00 p.m. Perfect for a quick and flavorful lunch break!"
A telera bread filled with mayonnaise, refried beans, mashed potatoes and Mexican pork sausage. Served with French fries and a side of pickled jalapeños. Elevate your torta with avocado for additional charge.
A telera bread filled with mayonnaise refried beans, eggs and Mexican pork sausage. Served with French fries and a side of pickled jalapeños. Elevate your torta with avocado for additional charge.
Two tinga tostadas with shredded chicken cooked with onions and chipotle peppers, topped with lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. This dish does not include a side order
Green poblano pepper stuffed with mozzarella cheese or mashed potatoes or ground beef; coated with eggs, topped with tomato red sauce, and spread sour cream
A telera bread filled with mayonnaise refried beans, eggs and Mexican pork sausage. Served with French fries and a side of pickled jalapeños. Elevate your torta with avocado for additional charge.
A telera bread filled with mayonnaise, refried beans, mashed potatoes and Mexican pork sausage. Served with French fries and a side of pickled jalapeños. Elevate your torta with avocado for additional charge.
A hearty Mexican bean Stew made with Pinto beans, simmered in a flavorful broth with smoky and savory ingredients like bacon, ham and sausage, along with onions, garlic, tomatoes, chiles and cilantro.
A small corn tortilla filled with chicken or beef, rolled tightly, then deep fried until crispy. Served over a bed of lettuce with green tomatillo salsa. Topped with sour cream and queso cotija.
3 different and delicious salsas: • roasted tomatoes with roasted jalapeños • green tomatillo with onions, cilantro, and jalapeño • green tomatillo with red Chile de árbol
A refreshing, traditional Mexican dish made from cooked diced cactus paddles, tomatoes, onions, cilantro and lime juice. Garnished with salty cotija cheese.
Grilled chicken strips, sautéed with zucchini, roasted red and poblano peppers, on creamy red sauce or green tomatillo and cheese sauce over a bed of Mexican rice, or black beans. This dish does not include a side order
Grilled marinated chicken breast, cooked with black bean corn salsa, in tortilla strips, served with melted monterey Jack cheddar cheese. Flavored with el vaquero original margarita, served with rice, beans, and tortillas
Grilled chicken strips over a bed of Mexican rice, covered with melted cheese. Served with guacamole salad, sour cream, tomato, broccoli coleslaw, and tortillas. This dish does not include a side order
Grilled chicken strips cooked with squash, zucchini, bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes, over a bed of Mexican rice, topped with cheese sauce. Served with guacamole salad, sour cream, tomato, broccoli coleslaw, and tortillas. This dish does not include a side order
One burrito filled with slow-roasted beef barbacoa, Mexican rice, and refried beans, with cheese sauce on top, served with lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de Gallo
Grilled rib-eye steak and shrimp, covered with melted cheese. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, special mango and pineapple sauce, and tortillas
Three bean enchiladas, topped with grilled shrimp and covered with cheese sauce, served with Brown Mexican rice, broccoli coleslaw, lettuce, sour cream, and tomato
Grilled shrimp, squash, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, over a bed of brown Mexican rice, topped with signature medium spicy cheese sauce. Served with guacamole salad, sour cream, tomato, tortillas
One deep-fried burrito stuffed with grilled red and green peppers, zucchini, fresh avocado covered with cheese sauce. Served with Brown Mexican rice, black beans or refried beans, gourmet greens, broccoli coleslaw and sour cream
Grilled spinach, onions, tomato and cheese quesadilla. Served with lettuce, pico de Gallo, sour cream, and your choice of brown Mexican rice, black beans or refried beans, lettuce, pico de Gallo and sour cream
Grilled flour tortilla quesadilla stuffed with grilled red and green peppers, zucchini, cheese, and avocado. Served with lettuce, tomato, and your choice of brown Mexican rice, refried or black beans
Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, cheese. Served with tossed salad and your choice of brown Mexican rice, black or refried beans
One large burrito filled with grilled mushrooms, bell pepper, onions, tomatoes, zucchini and squash, covered with cheese sauce. Served with your choice of two sides
Grilled fresh mushrooms, red, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, zucchini, and squash. Served with Brown Mexican rice, refried beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and tortillas
Three cheese enchiladas, topped with grilled onions, bell peppers, and zucchini, covered with ranchero sauce. Your choice of brown Mexican rice, black or refried beans, guacamole salad and tomato
Three cheese enchiladas topped with grilled onions, bell peppers, and zucchini covered with ranchero sauce. Served with lettuce, tomato, broccoli coleslaw, and your choice of brown Mexican rice, black or refried beans
Marinated baked pork Yucatan style. Served on a bed of rice, and sprinkled with fresh green onions. Served with three flour tortillas, beans, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tomato. Red onions cooked with lime and habanero, served on the side
Three enchiladas (choose from shredded chicken, pork, beef, cheese, or beans) with special red sauce, sour cream, and green onions. Served with your choice of two sides
Four rolled corn fried tortillas, mashed potatoes, refried beans, beef tips or shredded chicken. Topped with lettuce, sour cream, tomato, feta cheese, and red sauce. Your choice of Mexican rice or beans
Grilled shrimp, sirloin steak, grilled chicken, and Mexican sausage cooked with onion, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, and a special red sauce with melted monterrey cheese. Served with two sides, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, tomato, pico de gallo, and three flour tortillas
A telera bread filled with mayonnaise, refried beans, tomato, onion, mozzarella cheese, lettuce and a protein of your choice: steak, al pastor, carnitas, grilled chicken, chorizo or birria (roasted beef in guajillo sauce). Served with French fries and a side of pickled jalapeños. Elevate your torta with avocado for additional charge.
One burrito filled with Mexican pork sausage, mashed potatoes, covered with cheese sauce with special mango and pineapple sauce. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, lettuce, sour cream, and tomato
Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with cheese, grilled bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, sour cream, guacamole salad, and tomato
Three enchiladas: one beef tips, one shredded chicken, and one cheese, covered with fresh green tomatillo sauce. Served with Mexican rice, lettuce, sour cream, and tomato
Two soft or deep-fried (burritos), with cheese sauce on top. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, sour cream and tomato, guacamole salad. Beef tips or chicken
Marinated pork in a special sauce with onions, cilantro, lime and tomatillo hot sauce.
Tacos El Vaquero
All taco dishes come with three corn tacos served with cucumbers, grilled onions, radish and one side order. Choose from: yellow Mexican rice, brown rice, guacamole salsa with sour cream, black beans or refried beans.
Cooked zucchini, onion, tomato, corn, and creamy sauce tacos wrapped in lettuce leaf. Topped with feta cheese, and cilantro. Comes with chipotle sauce and lime
Slow roasted beef barbecue with guajillo sauce, onions, cilantro, lime, and tomatillo hot sauce. With mozzarella cheese and beef broth, garnished with cilantro, onions and lime
Shredded chicken cooked with onions and chipotle peppers, topped with lettuce, tomato and feta cheese, served with tomatillo sauce and lime on the side
Horchata enjoy our traditional horchata, a refreshing blend of rice, almonds, and cinnamon. This creamy, slightly sweet beverage is served chilled, making it the perfect companion to any meal or a tasty treat on its own.
Strawberry horchata indulge in our strawberry horchata, a delightful twist on the classic drink. This creamy blend combines the rich flavors of rice and almonds with strawberry flavor, creating a refreshing, fruity beverage that's perfect for any occasion!
Refresh yourself with our vibrant Jamaica water, a delightful drink made from dried hibiscus flowers. This naturally sweetened beverage boasts a tangy, floral flavor that's both refreshing and invigorating. Served chilled, it's the perfect thirst-quencher on a warm day, offering a taste of the tropics with every sip!
Chips and salsa. Dive into our irresistible chips and salsa, featuring freshly made tortilla chips that are crisp and golden. Paired with our zesty, house-made salsa, with cilantro, onions, and a hint of lime, this classic appetizer is perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. A deliciously crunchy and flavorful start to your meal!
ordered chicken fajitas, and they were just okay but definitely not as expected. The protein portion was completely missing, leaving me with a plate filled mostly with a lot of veggies and jalapeños. Because of how it was prepared, the dish turned out too spicy to handle. I hope they can balance the portions and heat better in the future.
On the positive side, our drinks were given on time, so the service speed was appreciated.
DL
Dean Langenkamp
Aug 14, 2026
5.0
Our favorite Mexican place! Fast and friendly service, hot and delicious food, free chips and salsa, good variety with reasonable prices, and happy hour 4-8pm weekdays!
LS
Larah S
Aug 14, 2026
5.0
The best El Vaquero in the city!
I have been coming to this El Vaquero for 12 years!
The best service!
LP
Lesly Perez
Aug 1, 2026
5.0
We sat out on the patio today and had a great experience! The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The food was delicious, Overall, a great meal and excellent service. I’ll definitely be back!
JR
Johanna Riddle
Jul 21, 2026
2.0
I am disappinted..Pricing problem---My adult daughter & I went there on Monday7/20 around 12,:30PM in hopes of getting the lunchtime discount. I am a Senior with many health issues including diet restrictions and a limited income. My daughter chose an Enchilada meal on the lunch menu. I was disappointed that NO BASIC SALADS are offered on the lunch menu so I accepted ordering from the main menu. After I received and paid the bill and left a $5 tip, my daughter & I noticed that even she did not receive the Lunchtime price we had carefully requested. Both items were billed at full price. (The food, atmosphere, and service were great.) For me accurate pricing is very important. Please consider sending me a gift card as an apology.
Frequently Asked Questions About El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant
What are the regular operating hours of El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant?
El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Does El Vaquero offer delivery and takeout services?
Yes, El Vaquero offers both in-store pickup and delivery services. Takeout is available during the restaurant's operating hours.
Where is El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant located?
The restaurant is located at 2195 Riverside Dr, Columbus, OH 43221, United States.
What types of cuisine and dining options does El Vaquero provide?
El Vaquero is a Mexican restaurant offering tacos, burritos, and tortas. It also features a bar and caters to vegetarian and family dining preferences.
How can I view the menu or place an order online for El Vaquero?
You can view the menu and place orders online at https://vaquerorestaurant.com/menu.
What is the general price range at El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant?
The price range at El Vaquero is considered moderate.
Which nearby dining options are available close to El Vaquero?
Nearby dining options include Bob Evans, a breakfast and brunch restaurant, and Riverside Domino's Pizza for pizza and chicken dishes. These places provide alternatives for varied meal preferences around El Vaquero.
Are there any nearby beauty and wellness services around El Vaquero?
Yes, Nancy's Nails, a nail and beauty salon, and The Salon on Riverside are close by, offering convenient options for beauty and wellness services before or after your meal.
Can you suggest any recreational or fitness venues near El Vaquero?
Goldfish Swim School, offering swimming lessons and fitness instruction, is located nearby. This makes it easy to combine dining at El Vaquero with some physical activity.
How might visiting nearby landmarks complement a visit to El Vaquero?
The Residences at Scioto, a local landmark and historical building near El Vaquero, offers a cultural experience you can explore before or after dining, enriching your visit.
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