El Chingon Mexican Family Restaurant

4.2 ( 680 reviews )
Checking... 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
242 Battleground Rd, Cowpens, SC 29330, United States
+1 864-406-0023

El Chingon Mexican Family Restaurant, located in Cowpens, SC, offers a delightful taste of authentic Mexican cuisine that has garnered numerous positive reviews from enthusiastic diners. Guests are greeted by friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere, with an open kitchen that showcases the artistry behind each dish. Many patrons have raved about the Carne Asada and Shrimp Street Tacos, both praised for their robust flavors and generous portions that remind diners of home-cooked meals from South of the Border.

The unique salsa bar allows customers to customize their dining experience, ensuring everyone can find their perfect match of flavors. Reviewers like Carlos Padilla applaud the genuine Mexican flavor and style, reminiscent of Southern California cuisine. Meanwhile, Katheren Smith found her chimichanga and her husband's burrito to be exceptional, despite minor service hiccups that often come with new establishments. The affordability of meals without compromising on quality adds to the charm of El Chingon.

If you’re in the area, don’t miss this hidden gem. El Chingon promises a heartwarming culinary experience that, with time, will surely evolve into a 10/10 restaurant.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves halal food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Paid parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For El Chingon Mexican Family Restaurant

Ronald Shorey
Jun 29,2025
Friendly attractive staff, open kitchen and grille. Carne Asada was very good with all the onions, hot peppers and corn tortillas. Rice and beans on the side.
Stephen Hall
Jun 16,2025
Stopped at this small restaurant near Spartanburg. It was fairly busy, but we're able to accommodate our small group. The waitress was very nice and the manager as well. We tried the chmiichangas and enchiladas. The salsa bar is a unique idea and allows everyone to get what they want. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and recommend eating here to anyone passing through.
Carlos Padilla
May 8,2025
I really enjoyed this spot because of its delicious authentic mexican food. They have a genuine Mexican flavor and style that I recognize from Southern California! I highly recommend this to anyone in the area.
Katheren Smith
Apr 14,2025
Was able to go to El Chingon Mexican in Cowpens on Saturday. 9/10 rating for me! The food came really fast! Hubby had the shrimp street tacos 10/10, the steak burrito 10/10, my chimichanga steak/chicken was 10/10. The Food was delicious and full of flavor! Room for improvement was minor things, major was the food was not a hot as it should have been coming out as quickly as it did. 2nd was napkins, we had to ask multiple times, first she gave us only 2, in her defense she was new and learning the ropes as a server, so she was flustered by the amount of people that came in after us. Not a single empty table after 10ish minutes of be sitting down. Hands down recommend going! As kinks are worked out with any new openings most likely will be 10/10. Go support them, you won't be disappointed!
Yong Choi
Apr 11,2025
I didn't expect to be this great. It is the middle of nowhere, but it seems to be a very authentic Mexican restaurant with food. Price is very reasonable with a good portion. The owner and the servers are friendly. Sauces were amazing. I recommend it to anyone .
Ricky Busbee
Apr 9,2025
Great Sunday home cooked food. You are welcomed as soon as you walk in. My wife and I ordered different food so we could try a variety at once. The food was delicious. We will be back.
Emily
Mar 13,2025
I was worried at first since it was a small restaurant that it may not be that good but was I wrong the Mexican food of course is bustin and the hamburgers they are better then the American restaurants. The best hamburger I've eaten around here. Service is always fast and customer service is awesome, and everyone is very friendly.. There American food on Sundays everything I've tried so far is great.. Only thing I didn't care for was the salsa they give u with the chips to much cilantro or at least that's what it taste like to me lol.. I don't care for there salsa but other then that everything I've tried so far is awesome. I eat from here at least 3x a week sometimes more... I highly recommend them you want be disappointed.
Taras Fedorchuk
Mar 9,2025
Not sure about the rest of the menu but the steak fajitas are amazing! Would highly recommend

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