El Caporal Mexican Restaurant

James Wald

Stopped here for lunch on the way through to Seattle, as it's only a short jaunt off the highway. Nice outside seating area, but it was too hot so we sat inisde. Chips were warm and fesh, salsa was just the right amount of spicy but was too thin and ratio of onion chunks was very high. I ordered a chili relleno and my nephew got a hamburger (kids - what're ya gonna do?) Food service was lightning quick - almost too fast because she forgot drinks until after the food was delivered. The chili relleno was decent, full of gooey melted cheese, and rice/beans were good. I know it sounds pathetic to expect much of a hamburger from a mexican restaurant, but it was truly poor quality - the beef patty looked like it was precooked a while ago and held in a warmer, like they didn't even want to try. The bun looked ok, making me think their torta might be good. In summary, the meal wasn't bad but it also didn't wow me in any way - it was simply satisfactory as a quick bite. My nephew rated his meal as 4.5/10.

jeff bruer

I'm a big salsa fan! These guys make a great salsa so they get my high star rating. I had the carne asada and it was great. Really good flavor. We pass through Cle Elum often and if we are looking for a sit down restaurant, this place is at the top of our list. Highly recommend.

jen mac

Yum!! Most excellent food and great service. Very quick service. Excellent for a travel stop! Family run and very cozy. Very fresh veggies. Shrimp was large and all chicken breast made fresh.

Chris Towers

Very good food!!! Authentic Mexican cuisine in a small town in Washington was a diamond in the rough! Kids loved the food! Very good prices with lots of extra portions!