El Charro's story is one of family, tradition, and a love for great Mexican food that has brought generations of people together.

It all began in 1971, when Delia Martin and her husband, George "Marty" Martin, took over a small, eight-table restaurant in Fraser, Michigan. With recipes passed down from Delia's parents, Rosalio and Consuelo Rendon, they began building something that would become a beloved part of the community for generations to come.

At the heart of it all was our famous Puffy Taco, a family recipe that quickly became an El Charro tradition. As word spread and loyal customers kept coming back, that little restaurant grew into something much bigger. Today, with three locations in Fraser, Macomb, and St. Clair Shores, El Charro continues to be a place where generations of families gather to enjoy the food and traditions they've come to love.

More than 50 years later, the traditions that started it all remain at the heart of everything we do. From our original recipes and food prepared fresh daily to the familiar faces and welcoming atmosphere, we're proud to carry forward the legacy that made El Charro a local favorite.

Today, El Charro remains proudly locally owned and operated. As we continue this next chapter, our commitment is simple: to honor the foundation Delia and Marty built while continuing to grow, improve, and serve the communities that have supported us for more than five decades.

While ownership may change, the heart of El Charro remains the same. We are committed to preserving the recipes, quality, and traditions our guests have loved for generations, while ensuring El Charro continues to be a place where new memories are made.

El Charro has always been about more than just Mexican food. It's about tradition, community, and bringing people together, one Puffy Taco at a time.