El Patron Menu With Prices 2026 – Updated Guide
Looking for the complete El Patron menu with prices for 2026? You are in the right place. El Patron Mexican Restaurant is one of Alabama’s most beloved and fast-growing Mexican restaurant chains — and it has become a go-to spot for families, lunch regulars, and late-night diners. From sizzling fajitas and hand-crafted street tacos to rich mole-style plates and a full bar, El Patron delivers the kind of bold, generous Mexican flavors that keep guests coming back week after week.
At USAmenuhub.com, we have organized the full El Patron menu into every category: Especialidades de la Casa, Mixed Dishes, Lunch Selections, Lunch Specials, Combinations, Tacos, Tortas, Caldos, Appetizers, Salads, A La Carte, Side Orders, Chicken, Steak, Seafood, Vegetarian, Desserts, and Drinks.
Full El Patron Menu With Prices 2026
This guide is based on official El Patron menu data, and verified pricing information collected in 2026. Whether you are a regular or visiting El Patron for the first time, every dish and price is right here.
Especialidades de la Casa (House Specialties)
The House Specialties are the crown jewel of the El Patron menu — sizzling fajita plates, nachos piled high, and bold flavor combinations that the kitchen is most proud of. Every fajita plate comes with refried beans, rice, guacamole salad, and tortillas. Fajitas Hawaianas is the most talked-about dish in this section.
Fajitas
(with refried beans, rice, guacamole salad, tortillas)
| Item | For One | For Two |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken or Steak | $13.99 | $25.99 |
| Fiesta | $15.50 | $29.99 |
| Shrimp | $17.99 | $32.99 |
Flaming Cheese
(with rice and tortillas)
| Item | For One | For Two |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken or Steak | $14.50 | $27.99 |
| Fiesta | $16.99 | $31.99 |
| Shrimp | $17.99 | $32.99 |
Fajita Nachos
(fajitas, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, nacho cheese)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken or Steak | $11.75 |
| Fiesta | $12.99 |
| Shrimp | $13.50 |
| Fajitas Hawaianas (For 1) | $16.50 |
| Fajitas Hawaianas (For 2) | $27.99 |
| Fajita Taco Salad | $11.99 |
| Fajita Quesadilla | $11.99 |
| Fajita Burrito | $11.99 |
| Fajita Tilapia | $15.50 |
| Fajita Baked Potato | $12.99 |
| Fajita Bowl — Steak or Chicken | $12.99 |
| Fajita Bowl — Fiesta | $13.99 |
| Fajita Bowl — Shrimp | $14.99 |
Mixed Dishes
The Mixed Dishes section covers El Patron’s most popular combination plates — burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas, quesadillas, and shared specialties. These are the dishes that regulars order on repeat. The Special Sincronizada (grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, chorizo, and ham with rice and beans) is the most indulgent plate in the section at $17.50.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Burrito Texano | $12.99 |
| Burrito Deluxe | $11.75 |
| Burrito Grande | $12.50 |
| Chimichanga | $11.50 |
| Poblano Peppers | $11.50 |
| Quesadilla Mexicana | $11.50 |
| Especial El Primo | $11.75 |
| Fish Tacos (3) | $12.50 |
| Taquitos Mexicanos | $11.50 |
| Enchiladas Suizas | $11.50 |
| Special for Two | $15.99 |
| Enchiladas Supremas | $11.50 |
| Special Sincronizada | $17.50 |
| Traditional Molcajete | $18.99 |
| Chile Colorado | $13.99 |
| Chile Verde | $12.75 |
Combination Plates
All combination plates are $9.99 and served with rice and refried beans. No substitutions except for rice and refried beans. Cheese dip instead of red sauce is $1.00 extra. There are 14 combination options — here are all of them:
| # | Combination |
|---|---|
| 1 | One taco and two enchiladas |
| 2 | One taco, one enchilada, one beef tostada with cheese |
| 3 | One beef enchilada |
| 4 | One beef enchilada and one taco |
| 5 | One enchilada and one chile relleno |
| 6 | One enchilada and one tamale |
| 7 | Two beef tacos |
| 8 | One beef burrito, one taco, one enchilada |
| 9 | One burrito, one tamale, one enchilada |
| 10 | One burrito and one taco |
| 11 | One taco, one chile relleno, one burrito |
| 12 | One burrito and one enchilada |
| 13 | One chile relleno and one taco |
| 14 | One burrito, one enchilada, one chile relleno |
Lunch Selections
El Patron’s lunch menu is one of the best value spreads in the Birmingham area. Available weekdays and Saturdays from 11 AM to 3 PM, every lunch plate comes at a discounted price.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fajitas — Chicken or Steak | $8.99 |
| Fajitas — Fiesta | $10.50 |
| Fajitas — Shrimp | $10.99 |
| Flaming Cheese — Chicken or Steak | $8.99 |
| Flaming Cheese — Fiesta | $9.99 |
| Flaming Cheese — Shrimp | $10.50 |
| Fajita Nachos — Chicken or Steak | $8.99 |
| Fajita Nachos — Fiesta | $9.50 |
| Fajita Nachos — Shrimp | $9.99 |
| Fajita Tilapia | $9.99 |
| Fajita Bowl — Chicken or Steak | $8.99 |
| Fajita Bowl — Fiesta | $9.50 |
| Fajita Bowl — Shrimp | $9.99 |
| Fajita Quesadilla | $8.99 |
| Fajita Burrito | $8.99 |
| Speedy Gonzales | $5.99 |
| Hot Tamale | $7.50 |
| Taco Salad | $7.50 |
| Burrito Típico | $6.99 |
| Burrito Grande | $8.75 |
| Burrito Deluxe | $8.75 |
| Burrito Verde | $7.99 |
| Chimichanga | $7.99 |
| Shrimp Chimichanga | $9.75 |
| Quesadilla Mexicana | $7.99 |
| Enchiladas Supremas | $7.99 |
| Especial El Primo | $8.99 |
| Baked Potato Fajita | $8.99 |
| Cheese Steak (8 oz) | $11.99 |
| Poblano Pepper | $8.50 |
| Pollo Loco | $8.99 |
| Pechuga Mexicana | $9.25 |
| Pechuga Frita | $9.25 |
| Pechuga Monterrey | $9.25 |
Lunch Special
All lunch special selections are available for $7.50 during lunch hours.
| # | Lunch Special Option |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chile relleno and taco — with refried beans and guacamole salad |
| 2 | One burrito — with rice and refried beans |
| 3 | Enchilada and taco — with rice and refried beans |
| 4 | Chile relleno and one taco — with rice and refried beans |
| 5 | One burrito and one taco — with rice |
Street Tacos
$3.99 each — include onions, cilantro, avocado, and chambray onions.
| Protein | Notes |
|---|---|
| Al Pastor | — |
| Carne Asada | Steak |
| Chorizo | Mexican sausage |
| Camarón | Shrimp |
| Lengua | Beef tongue — $4.25 |
| Birria | $4.25 |
| Pollo Asado | Grilled chicken |
| Carnitas | Fried pork |
| Pescado | Fish |
| Campechano | Steak and sausage |
Tortas (Mexican Sandwiches)
All tortas are priced at $12.99 and include lettuce, avocado, tomato, jalapeño, sour cream, cheese, and a side of French fries.
| Protein |
|---|
| Al Pastor |
| Pollo Asado (Grilled chicken) |
| Chorizo (Mexican sausage) |
| Cubana (Steak, chicken, pork, sausage, ham, pineapple) |
| Jamón (Ham) |
| Carne Asada (Steak) |
| Carnitas (Fried pork) |
| Campechana (Steak and sausage) |
Caldos (Soups)
All soups served with pico de gallo, lime, diced avocado, and tortillas.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Pollo (Chicken) | $12.99 |
| Pescado (Fish) | $12.99 |
| Camarón (Shrimp) | $12.99 |
| Menudo | $17.99 |
Appetizers
| Item | Half | Full |
|---|---|---|
| Nachos | $4.75 | $5.99 |
| Nachos with Refried Beans | $5.75 | $7.99 |
| Nachos with Beef | $5.75 | $7.99 |
| Nachos with Beef and Refried Beans | $6.50 | $8.50 |
| Nachos — Chicken | $6.50 | $8.50 |
| Nachos Supremos | $6.99 | $9.50 |
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Cheese Dip | $4.99 |
| Guacamole Dip | $4.99 |
| Cheese and Refried Bean Dip | $4.99 |
| Queso con Carne | $4.99 |
| Chori Cheese | $6.99 |
| Spinach Dip | $6.99 |
Salads
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Taco Salad | $9.99 |
| Chicken Salad | $11.99 |
| Shrimp Salad | $12.50 |
| Guacamole Salad | $4.50 |
A La Carte
| Item | Single | (2) | (3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders | $6.99 | — | — |
| Burrito | $4.75 | $8.99 | — |
| Enchiladas | $2.75 | — | $6.99 |
| Chile Relleno | $2.99 | — | $7.99 |
| Rice | $2.50 | — | — |
| Beans | $2.50 | — | — |
| Tamale | $3.50 | — | $8.99 |
| Hard Taco | $1.99 | — | $5.50 |
| Soft Taco (Ground beef / chicken) | $2.50 | — | $6.50 |
| Soft Taco (Steak / grilled chicken) | $2.99 | — | $8.75 |
| Quesadilla — Shrimp | $6.50 | $11.49 | — |
| Quesadilla — Cheese | $2.99 | $4.99 | — |
| Quesadilla — Beef | $4.25 | $8.25 | — |
| Quesadilla — Shredded Chicken | $4.50 | $8.50 | — |
| Quesadilla — Mushrooms | $4.50 | $8.50 | — |
| Quesadilla — Steak | $5.75 | $10.50 | — |
| Quesadilla — Shredded Beef | $3.99 | $7.50 | — |
| Quesadilla — Grilled Chicken | $4.75 | $10.50 | — |
| Order Shrimp (12) | $8.50 | — | — |
| Guacamole Casero | $6.50 | — | — |
Side Orders
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Sour Cream | $1.59 |
| Pico de Gallo | $1.25 |
| Jalapeños | $1.59 |
| Salsa Picosa | $1.00 |
| Fries | $2.50 |
| Mushrooms | $2.50 |
| Shredded Cheese | $1.25 |
| Tortillas (2) | $0.75 |
| Chiles Toreados | $4.99 |
| Tortillas (3) | $0.99 |
| Onions | $0.99 |
| Steamed Vegetables | $2.50 |
| Tomatoes | $0.99 |
| Grilled Vegetables | $2.50 |
Chicken
All chicken plates on El Patron Menu are served with rice, beans, and flour tortillas unless noted.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Pollo Loco | $11.75 |
| Pechuga Mexicana | $11.99 |
| Pechuga Monterrey | $11.99 |
| Pechuga Frita | $11.99 |
| Pechuga con Jamón | $11.99 |
| Pechuga con Chorizo | $11.99 |
| Pechuga Hawaiana | $11.99 |
Steak
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Patrón Steak (8 oz) | $15.99 |
| Patrón Steak (10 oz) | $17.99 |
| Texas Chimichanga | $13.99 |
| Cheese Steak (8 oz) | $15.99 |
| Cheese Steak (10 oz) | $17.50 |
| Carne Asada | $18.99 |
| Steak and Shrimp (8 oz) | $16.99 |
| Steak and Shrimp (10 oz) | $18.50 |
| Chicken and Steak Combo | $18.99 |
| Mexicano Steak (8 oz) | $15.99 |
| Mexicano Steak (10 oz) | $18.50 |
| Steak Ranchero (8 oz) | $15.99 |
| Steak Ranchero (10 oz) | $17.99 |
| Parrillada El Patrón | $25.99 |
Seafood
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Camarones Blancos | $12.99 |
| Camarones a la Diabla | $12.99 |
| Camarones Hawaianos | $14.50 |
| Camarones Mexicanos | $14.99 |
| Pescado Blanco | $12.99 |
| Shrimp Chimichanga | $12.50 |
| Seafood Combo | $15.50 |
| Tostadas de Ceviche (2) | $11.99 |
Huevos (Eggs)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Huevos con Chorizo, Mexicanos, or Rancheros | $9.50 |
| Carnitas | $11.99 |
| Ceviche Mexican Style | $13.99 |
| Shrimp Cocktail | $13.99 |
| Molcajete Mexicano | $23.99 |
Vegetarian
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| A — Bean burrito, cheese enchilada, bean tostada | $9.25 |
| B — Bean burrito, cheese enchilada, quesadilla | $9.25 |
| C — Cheese quesadilla, rice and beans | $9.25 |
| D — Vegetarian Fajitas | $12.99 |
| E — Vegetarian Burrito | $11.50 |
| F — Quesadilla Rellena | $11.50 |
Children’s Plate
The Children’s Plate, served to kids under 12, is $6.75 and includes a drink.
| # | Items |
|---|---|
| 1 | Beef enchilada, rice, and refried beans |
| 2 | One taco and one enchilada, served with rice |
| 3 | Mexican hamburger with cheese and fries |
| 4 | Beef burrito and taco |
| 5 | Beef enchilada and taco |
| 6 | Quesadilla and enchilada |
| 7 | Chicken nuggets and fries |
| 8 | Grilled chicken and rice |
| 9 | One cheese quesadilla with rice and beans |
Desserts
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Flan | $4.75 |
| Sopapilla | $2.99 |
| Sopapilla with Ice Cream | $4.99 |
| Ice Cream | $2.50 |
| Fried Ice Cream | $5.25 |
| Xango (Fried cheesecake with ice cream) | $6.50 |
| Melt Down Cake | $6.50 |
| Churros | $6.50 |
Soft Drinks
Soft drinks are priced at $2.75, with one free refill available.
| Drink |
|---|
| Coke |
| Diet Coke |
| Coke Zero |
| Sprite |
| Dr Pepper |
| Pink Lemonade |
| Iced Tea |
| Coffee |
| Milk (No refill) |
| Orange Juice (No refill) |
| Cranberry Juice (No refill) |
| Jarritos (No refill) |
| Horchata / Mango / Tamarindo — $3.99 (One free refill) |
How to Order El Patron Menu Online?
Getting your El Patron order placed is quick and easy whether you are dining in or ordering from home. Here is how:
- Visit the El Patron website for your nearest location and look for the online ordering or delivery link on the homepage.
- El Patron is available for delivery and takeout through DoorDash and Uber Eats.
- For pickup orders, you can also call the restaurant directly at (205) 508-5284 to place your order by phone.
- Browse the menu by category — fajitas, combos, lunch specials, tacos, steak, seafood, and more are all available online.
- Select your proteins, sauces, and any sides or add-ons at checkout.
- Choose your preferred pickup time or delivery window and complete your order.
- For dine-in, El Patron accepts walk-ins and reservations — call ahead for larger groups or party bookings.
- Lunch specials run Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM only — plan your visit accordingly for the best value on the El Patron menu.
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El Patron Restaurant History
El Patron Mexican Restaurant is an Alabama-born chain with roots in authentic Mexican home cooking and a story built around community, family, and the relentless pursuit of flavor. The brand began as a small, family-run Mexican restaurant serving the Birmingham metro area and grew steadily through word of mouth and a loyal local following. Over the years, El Patron expanded to multiple locations across Alabama — including Gadsden, Trussville, Lincoln, Moody, and Highway 280 in Birmingham — becoming one of the most recognized Mexican restaurant chains in the state.
The restaurant’s philosophy has always centered on bold, made-to-order Mexican flavors served in a warm, festive atmosphere at a price point that makes the food genuinely accessible. Colorful hand-painted décor, a full bar with margaritas and Mexican spirits, weekly karaoke nights, and attentive table service have all become part of the El Patron identity.
El Patron Locations
| Location | Address |
|---|---|
| Birmingham — Chalkville | 5974 Chalkville Mountain Rd, Unit 8A, Birmingham, AL 35235 |
| Birmingham — Hwy 280 | 4673 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242 |
| Trussville | Off I-59, Exit 141 (near Sam’s Club), Trussville, AL |
| Moody | 2030 Village Dr, Moody, AL 35004 |
| Irondale | Cahaba Crossing Center, Irondale, AL |
| Fultondale | 325 Walker Chapel Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068 |
| Springville | 300 Springville Station, Springville, AL 35146 |
| Lincoln | 75301 AL-77, Lincoln, AL 35096 |
| Attalla | 940 Gilbert Ferry Rd SE, Attalla, AL 35954 |
| Oneonta | 2461 2nd Ave E, Oneonta, AL 35121 |
| Gadsden | Etowah County, Gadsden, AL |
El Patron Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
El Patron Dining Experience – What to Expect
El Patron is exactly the kind of Mexican restaurant that becomes a weekly habit. The room is colorful, the portions are generous, and the energy shifts from casual family lunch spot during the day to a lively, full-bar evening out by the weekend.
Here is what makes El Patron worth coming back to:
- Sizzling Fajita Plates — The house fajitas arrive tableside in a cast-iron skillet, still sizzling with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Chicken, steak, fiesta, or shrimp — every version delivers the same bold Tex-Mex satisfaction that keeps regulars on a weekly rotation.
- Flaming Cheese — Cheese cooked tableside directly on the skillet, melted and spread across the plate over your fajita of choice. Loud, dramatic, and absolutely delicious — one of the most popular dishes on the El Patron menu.
- Molcajete Mexicano — A sizzling molcajete stone bowl filled with chicken breast, shrimp, and 6oz steak, cooked with peppers, tomatoes, jalapeños, and the house special sauce.
- Lunch Specials from $5.99 — The Speedy Gonzales combo at $5.99 and five Lunch Special options at $7.50 make El Patron one of the best value weekday lunch spots in the Birmingham area, bar none.
- Full Bar — Margaritas, Mexican spirits, domestic and imported beers, whisky, tequila, rum, and specialty cocktails. The house margaritas are the most popular drink order by a wide margin.
- Karaoke Nights — El Patron Chalkville hosts regular karaoke nights that pack the dining room and give the restaurant a distinct late-evening energy that sets it apart from standard Mexican chains.
- Kids Menu at $6.75 — Nine options, all served with a drink included. One of the best-value kids menus in the area for families dining out on a budget.
El Patron Competitors
El Patron competes in one of the most well-served Mexican food markets in Alabama — the greater Birmingham metro. Here are three competitors worth knowing:
- On The Border — A national Tex-Mex chain with a Birmingham location that competes on brand recognition and a broad menu.
- Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant — A well-regarded independent Mexican restaurant in the Birmingham area with a loyal following for its traditional dishes.
- Fiesta Cancún — Another popular Birmingham-area Mexican restaurant known for strong margaritas and a festive atmosphere.
El Patron holds its position as one of the best-loved Mexican restaurants by staying consistent, keeping prices fair, and delivering bold, made-to-order flavors that guests trust visit after visit.
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Conclusion
The El Patron menu is one of the most complete and generous Mexican dining experiences in Alabama — from street tacos and lunch combos to the dramatic Flaming Cheese and the show-stopping Parrillada El Patrón. Every visit delivers bold flavors, oversized portions, and the kind of warm, festive atmosphere that makes El Patron one of the most consistently recommended Mexican restaurants in the entire metro area.
Whether you are stopping in for a lunch special or settling in for a full Molcajete dinner with the family on a Friday night, El Patron delivers every single time — and at a price point that makes coming back as often as you want an easy decision.
Sandra J. Depriest is a passionate food culture writer at USAMenuhub.com, where she explores the flavors, stories, and traditions behind America’s diverse dining scene. From local favorites to national chains, Sandra brings menus to life with detailed insights, historical context, and a love for authentic food experiences. Her writing bridges culinary curiosity with practical guidance, helping readers discover what to order and why it matters.
