Handmade Tortillas,
Unforgettable Flavors
Every dish at El Venado starts with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a recipe passed down through generations. Come taste what makes Laredo proud.
From Our Kitchen to Your Table
SIGNATURE
Ceviches & Mariscos
Fresh-caught shrimp, tilapia, and octopus dressed in house-made lime marinade with avocado, cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño.
FAN FAVORITE
Tacos & Antojitos
Hand-pressed corn tortillas filled with slow-braised barbacoa, carnitas, or grilled carne asada — finished with salsa verde and onion.
CHEF'S PICK
Platos Fuertes
Hearty entrees like mole poblano, enchiladas suizas, and chile rellenos — each plated with Mexican rice, refried beans, and fresh tortillas.
Rooted in Laredo,
Served with Pride
El Venado started as a family dream — a place where the flavors of northern Mexico feel right at home in the heart of Laredo. Our kitchen follows the old ways: hand-pressing tortillas at dawn, slow-cooking meats until tender, and balancing every salsa from scratch.
Whether you're joining us for a quick breakfast taco or a Sunday dinner with the whole family, we want you to leave feeling like you ate at home. That's the El Venado promise.
A Peek Inside El Venado
Loved by Our Neighbors
"The best ceviche in Laredo, hands down. Fresh, bright, and loaded with shrimp. My family comes here every weekend now."
"You can taste the difference in every tortilla — they make them right here, in front of you. The atmosphere is warm and the staff treats you like family."
"Brought my parents here for their anniversary and they couldn't stop talking about the mole. Authentic, generous portions, and such a lovely space."
Come Eat With Us
Find Us Here
7411 San Dario Ave
Laredo, TX 78045
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Hours
Monday – Sunday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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