La Margarita - Round Rock

La Margarita - Round Rock

Written by Jim Dawson Wednesday, 07 June 2006

Loyal following helps local Mexican restaurant sizzle

Back in the ’70s there was an Austin restaurant with a sign on the door exiting the building that said “I’ll be better next time.”

Anyone involved in the food and beverage industry knows the importance of return business and word of mouth advertising.

La Margarita has built its reputation and loyal following slowly and methodically over the almost 20 years they have been serving Round Rock residents by offering quality food at reasonable prices and great service.

Opening in 1987 with only ten tables in a small building near IH 35 off Hwy. 79, the restaurant has moved twice to accommodate their growing clientele.

They built their present restaurant in 2002 with a seating capacity of 250 people.

Along with the size of the restaurant, the menu has greatly expanded, but the old favorites still make up the bulk of the business.

You know that the tortillas are fresh because you can watch them being made as you wait for seating.

Mexican restaurants are often judged by their fajitas. La Margarita takes this Texas favorite to a new level by using marinated sirloin beef ($11.99, $20.99) and chicken breasts ($9.99, $18.99) cooked over a hot mesquite fire to seal in all the juices. These are served with guacamole, sour cream, grated cheese, pico de gallo, rice, and refried beans. A veggie version is also available. ($7.39, $10.49)

  I love chicken enchiladas and was intrigued, and ultimately very pleased by the Enchiladas De Spinach Y Pollo. They use mesquite-grilled chicken breast and fresh spinach rolled in a freshly made flour tortilla and top this with a crema sauce and serve with rice and beans. ($8.39, $9.39)

For something spicy, try the Chipotle Chicken. Grilled chicken breast on a bed of rice and topped with a chipotle mushroom cream sauce, onions, cheese, and pico de gallo. ($9.99)

Another old favorite, rumored to have originated in Austin, is the Taco Salad.

La Margarita again uses the mesquite-grilled beef or chicken to top a lettuce stuffed flour tortilla bowl, which also includes tomatoes, cheese and guacamole. ($8.69)

They serve breakfast on Saturday and Sunday until 3 p.m. so that even the latest of risers can enjoy a variety of Mexican favorites including Migas, Huevos Rancheros, Huevos con Chorizo, Omelets and even pancakes.

Breakfast Especiales

Sat & Sun from 9am – 3pm

• Bistec Y Huevos, Six oz. beef steak with three eggs any style. $7.50
• Fajitas Y Huevos, Charbroiled beef strips with three eggs any style. $7.00
• Deer Hunter Special, Three eggs any style covered with chile con carne & melted cheese. $7.00

La Margarita, 1530 N. IH-35, Round Rock, TX 78681, 512-388-1103, info@lamargarita.us