El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant is known for its margaritas and select premium tequilas, but it’s just as passionate about wines, specialty cocktails, domestic, craft, draft, and imported beers. Mix listeners can follow along with Reuben in the video to learn how to make three of El Vaquero’s signature drinks including the Blue Curacao Margarita, a CoronaRita, and the Vaquero Special! You can make these drinks at home OR try them at El Vaquero if you feel like dining out! Their margaritas are sure to hit the spot, especially during their early happy hour daily from 2-4pm and a regular happy hour from 4-8pm. Be sure to visit any one of their 12 locations around Columbus, including their newest location in Worthington to try any of the drinks featured on Mixology and more!
Blue Curacao Margarita Blue Curacao, Silver Patron, Margarita Mix.
CoronaRita: Margarita Mix, Lime juice, Patron Silver, a bottle of Corona
Vaquero Special: Tequila, Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur, pineapple, orange juice, and grenadine.
El Vaquero combines the freshest meats and seafood, colorful vegetables, and unique sauces and spices to create a tasty experience with each dish served. From tempting appetizers and a la carte items to hearty combination meals and delicious desserts, guests are sure to find something to enjoy. Reuben brought several entrées to share including:
- Azteca Soup – perfect cooler weather warm-up dish. Our Azteca Soup features chicken broth, shredded chicken, and tortilla strips.
- Chorizo Nachos – National Nachos Day is November 6 and El Vaquero has you covered. Their Chorizo Nachos are the perfect appetizer!
- Huevos con Chorizo – thinking of weekend brunch plans? The Huevos con Chorizo features two eggs over easy served over corn tortillas and topped with mild red sauce. Served with tortillas. This dish pairs well with El Vaquero’s Michelada.
- El Manjar Vaquero – one chicken enchilada, grilled marinated chicken breast, and sirloin steak. The dish is served with Mexican rice, black beans, and tortillas.
Mark your calendar, all El Vaquero restaurants will be celebrating Dia de Los Muertos on November 1 & 2 by offering a FREE cheese dip or bean dip to guests who come dressed up in honor of Dia de Los Muertos (one dip per table, dine-in only).
El Vaquero also offers ongoing promotions throughout the year, including Taco Mondays and Tuesdays where all Al Pastor tacos are $2.49 each. For families looking for an easy weeknight meal solution, El Vaquero makes it easy. Kids Eat Free every Tuesday night with the purchase of an adult entrée (dine-in only). El Vaquero also offers convenient family meal packs that can be ordered online and picked up in store to enjoy at home. Check VaqueroRestaurant.com for the latest updates and offers.