El Chico Cafe

El Chico Cafe El Chico has been a Norman Tex-Mex tradition since 1980. Visit General Manager Chris Harris and his a Our menu items are prepared fresh daily and made by hand.
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In 1940, five of her sons moved Mama’s kitchen to Oak Lawn in Dallas, Texas. They named the restaurant El Chico, and it quickly became a Dallas tradition. It wasn’t long before the brothers built restaurants throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area and eventually, the entire state. Today, there are close to a hundred El Chico restaurants in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and throughout the South. Twenty-seven El Chico Restaurants are owned and operated by franchisees. Our restaurants reflect nearly ninety years of changing tastes and styles and our guests’ preferences. We have taken care to preserve the heritage while updating the decor and adding exciting new tastes to our menu. The strength of El Chico comes from the simple fact that we have been in this business so long, that we know how to improve traditional favorites and introduce our guests to the next level of great Mexican food with our new items. The Top Shelf line of products is our signature, which covers everything from enchiladas to quesadillas to margaritas. This is our way of delivering quality food and large portions at a value that is unsurpassed. We even feature daily blackboard specials to ensure that we provide our guests with a wide variety of choices for every palate. You can even select from a selection of premium imported tequilas to make your margarita just right.Want to know more? Check some of the other topics on our web site. Better still, come eat with us at El Chico.

Some cravings never go out of style, like our classic Spicy Beef Enchiladas.
10/07/2026

Some cravings never go out of style, like our classic Spicy Beef Enchiladas.

It's National Taco Day! 🌮 Add a taco to your meal for just $2! 10/6/26 only! At participating locations.
10/06/2026

It's National Taco Day! 🌮 Add a taco to your meal for just $2! 10/6/26 only! At participating locations.

Why choose one favorite when you can have five? Build your perfect El Cinco Grande with a lineup of crave-worthy bites, ...
10/04/2026

Why choose one favorite when you can have five? Build your perfect El Cinco Grande with a lineup of crave-worthy bites, all on one plate for just $14.99. Mix, match, and make it yours at participating locations.

10/03/2026

Sweeten your Saturday with a sopapilla for dessert!

A mule with a berry good twist. Tito's Handmade Vodka, raspberries, lime and Fever-Tree Ginger B**r make this Raspberry ...
10/02/2026

A mule with a berry good twist. Tito's Handmade Vodka, raspberries, lime and Fever-Tree Ginger B**r make this Raspberry Mule irresistibly refreshing.

Kids night here at el Chico 99c meals from the little amigos menu Two kids per adult entree Mention this to your server ...
10/01/2026

Kids night here at el Chico 99c meals from the little amigos menu
Two kids per adult entree
Mention this to your server please ..
Dine in only !!
Hope to see you here

Celebrating World Vegetarian Day? Our Avocado Enchiladas are a perfect meatless choice!
10/01/2026

Celebrating World Vegetarian Day? Our Avocado Enchiladas are a perfect meatless choice!

The history of El Chico began with tamales and we continue to carry on that tradition today.
09/28/2026

The history of El Chico began with tamales and we continue to carry on that tradition today.

Purchase any adult entree and take home an Enchilada Dinner for just $6! At participating locations.
09/27/2026

Purchase any adult entree and take home an Enchilada Dinner for just $6! At participating locations.

Book your private holiday event at El Chico Cafe, or let us cater! Save 10% on your event over $100 when you book by 11/...
09/26/2026

Book your private holiday event at El Chico Cafe, or let us cater! Save 10% on your event over $100 when you book by 11/30/26. Some restrictions.

The State Fair of Texas kicks off today, and it brings back memories—like this iconic 1964 moment with John Wayne and Fr...
09/25/2026

The State Fair of Texas kicks off today, and it brings back memories—like this iconic 1964 moment with John Wayne and Frank Cuellar Sr. at the El Chico open air café.

Say hello to Mama’s Flavoritos! Sip your way through something tropical with our Mermaid Margarita and Tropical Parrot-d...
09/24/2026

Say hello to Mama’s Flavoritos! Sip your way through something tropical with our Mermaid Margarita and Tropical Parrot-dise, each just $7.95. Which one are you trying first?

Sometimes you just need a good Taco Salad.
09/23/2026

Sometimes you just need a good Taco Salad.

Is there anything better than a classic, frozen margarita?
09/21/2026

Is there anything better than a classic, frozen margarita?

If there’s ever a day to order queso, this is it. Celebrate National Queso Day with our Top Shelf Queso!
09/20/2026

If there’s ever a day to order queso, this is it. Celebrate National Queso Day with our Top Shelf Queso!

Let the good times soar with our limited-time Tropical Parrot-dise!
09/18/2026

Let the good times soar with our limited-time Tropical Parrot-dise!

Two reasons to celebrate!🥑 For Diez y Seis and National Guacamole Day, enjoy $5.99 Top Shelf Guacamole and $5.99 Mug-a-R...
09/16/2026

Two reasons to celebrate!🥑 For Diez y Seis and National Guacamole Day, enjoy $5.99 Top Shelf Guacamole and $5.99 Mug-a-Rita's at El Chico Cafe. 9/16/26 only.

Tomorrow is Diez y Seis and National Guacamole Day! Celebrate with $5.99 Top Shelf Guacamole and Mug-a-Rita's! 9/16/26 o...
09/15/2026

Tomorrow is Diez y Seis and National Guacamole Day! Celebrate with $5.99 Top Shelf Guacamole and Mug-a-Rita's! 9/16/26 only.

Upgrade to our Top Shelf Enchiladas.
09/08/2026

Upgrade to our Top Shelf Enchiladas.

Address

3439 West Main Street (Sooner Fashion Mall)
Norman, OK
73072

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8:30pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+14053602146

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