El Caporal Mexican Restaurant

El Caporal Mexican Restaurant in Chesterfield, Virginia, has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 2004 as a family-owned and operated establishment. Located at 6511 Centralia Rd in the Chesterfield Meadows area, this restaurant has become a beloved destination for locals and visitors seeking genuine Latin flavors merged with American favorites. The menu features an impressive variety of classic Mexican dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients, including their famous quesadilla fajitas stuffed with grilled chicken, green peppers, red onions, tomatoes, and layered with melted creamy cheese. Customers rave about the seafood and steak quesadilla, carnitas tacos, Mexican rice, homemade queso, and guacamole. The restaurant is particularly known for serving hot house-made tortilla chips with flavorful salsa that has just the right kick without being overly spicy. Their margaritas, including Mango, Lime, and Strawberry varieties, are celebrated as the best in Virginia. The interior offers comfortable booth seating in a quiet, chill atmosphere perfect for family dinners or casual outings. El Caporal operates four locations across central Virginia, with the Chesterfield spot open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday until 10 PM, and Sunday until 9 PM. Online ordering is available for convenient takeout and delivery.