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Fairdale
Your neighborhood home for authentic Mexican flavor — where every table feels like family and every visit is worth celebrating.
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant #2
8710 National Tpke
Fairdale, KY 40118, United States
Phone: +1 502-515-3035
Hours:
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Rooted in the Fairdale Community
On a stretch of National Turnpike built for everyday life, this is the kind of place where regulars know the staff by name — and the staff already know what you love.
Gorditas, Sangria, and the Full Experience
Handmade asada gorditas, the Red Sangria regulars rave about, and birthday mariachi visits — plus the bakery and grocery next door for a full Mexican food destination.
A Taste of What's Waiting
Find Us in Fairdale
8710 National Tpke, Fairdale, KY 40118 · (502) 515-3035. Open seven days a week — come as you are.
Explore All Our Locations
We're proud to serve two corners of the Louisville area. Find the location nearest you.
Handmade Gorditas, Traditional Flavors at El Mariachi
From hand-pressed gorditas to slow-simmered menudo, this is real Mexican cooking — made with care, served with pride, right here in Kentucky.
From the Kitchen
Birthdays, Mariachi, and Big Moments
Book a birthday and we'll bring the mariachi to your table. Nothing starts a celebration quite like it.
Find Us in Fairdale and Louisville
Two locations, same warm welcome. Stop in for lunch, dinner, or a night out with the whole family.
Where Kentucky Met Mexico and Stayed
El Mariachi started with a single kitchen and a commitment to cooking Mexican food the real way — no shortcuts, no compromises. Louisville tasted it, came back for more, and made it family.
El Mariachi Mexican Rewards
Join our rewards programme, earn points every time you order online, and redeem your points for free food!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Flautas, Carne Asada, Arroz Con Pollo, Ceviche, Sopes, Mole, Birria Burritos, Milanesa, Carnitas, Chimichanga, Birria, Enchiladas, Refried Beans, Pozole, Arroz Con Leche, Asado, Churros, Shrimp, Tacos, Nachos, Latin America Food, Tortas, Caldo De Res, Seafood, Birria Quesadillas, Guacamole, Queso Fundido, Mexican Rice, Pico De Gallo, Quesadilla, Tostadas, Birria Pizza, Bean Dip, Menudo, Taco Salad, Flan, Birria Ramen, Burritos, Birria Nachos, and Birria Tacos
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: South Park View, Hollyvilla, Louisville, Brooks, Hunters Hollow, Lynnview, Kenwood Hill, Poplar Hills, Auburndale, Southland Park, Hillview, Watterson Park, Pioneer Village, Audubon Park, Shively, Iroquois, Parkway Village, Fox Chase, Southside, and Edgewood.
