El Potro Mexican Restaurant

13035 Canaan Center Dr, Bonner Springs, KS 66012, United States
+1 913-721-3000
$$$ Mexican restaurant
(2512 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Bonner Springs offers a straightforward, approachable spot for enjoying classic Mexican fare with a local twist. Situated on Canaan Center Drive, it draws a steady flow of both casual diners and groups celebrating special occasions, making it a dependable option whether you're dropping in for a quick lunch or planning a family dinner.

The atmosphere here is lively without feeling crowded, and the space comfortably accommodates both weekday meals and busier weekend gatherings. From what locals share, the service leans warm and attentive, with staff members like Pablo and Victor often noted for their personal touch, especially when handling catering or larger events. The restaurant frequently hosts celebrations, underscoring its role as a neighborhood spot that can shift from laid-back dining to festive communal dining.

Food-wise, El Potro stands out for its complimentary chips, salsa, and particularly its blanco queso dip — an upgrade to the usual starter that locals appreciate for its creamy balance. The menu covers well-known favorites such as chicken fajitas, enchiladas, and street tacos, along with some flavorful edges like jalapeño cream cheese sauce and chicken taco salad. Their margaritas, especially the Skinny and Mango varieties, come recommended for pairing with meals, and they offer a solid selection of wines and cordials for those who want something beyond the usual Mexican beer.

In terms of dining experience, this is a place where attention is given not just to the mains but also side dishes and sauces, with seasoning that feels thoughtful rather than generic. Though some dishes may push creative boundaries (like the California burrito with zucchini), the overall vibe stays grounded in classic tastes that are appealing without being overly complicated. If you’re after fresh ingredients and a menu that embraces both traditional and slightly modernized Mexican cooking, El Potro delivers reliably.

This restaurant feels best for locals and visitors who appreciate a balance of familiar flavors and friendly service in a relaxed environment. Evenings and weekends tend to be busier, injecting an upbeat, communal energy, while quieter midday visits offer a more mellow atmosphere to enjoy those generous starters and homemade accompaniments. Whether you're in for a casual bite or a catered event, El Potro sits comfortably as a solid Mexican dining choice in the Bonner Springs area.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

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Monday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

2512 Reviews
Kayla Harrelson

26 Dec 2025

Victor and his crew are the BEST! They catered my wedding this past weekend and were simply amazing. He was easy to work with and get our day planned, also came himself to the wedding to help serve. I could not have asked for a better caterer and restaurant. It is one of our faves to visit any normal day, but if you are thinking of a big event or gathering, definitely consider them! They served my wedding of 200 people and we still had leftovers. He made sure our night ran smoothly. I cannot recommend them enough!!! Make sure to give them some love!

Kayla B

14 Dec 2025

Delicious food, great service, amazing alcoholic beverages. We absolutely love eating at this restaurant. They always start everything out with the all you can eat chips and salsa. They also have an amazing complimentary white queso dip that they bring out. The cheese dip is absolutely amazing. This place is always a wise choice. Everything we have ordered has been amazing. Thanks for always providing delicious meals, wonderful service, and a great experience.

Michael Jay

16 Nov 2025

An ok little Mexican restaurant. The salsa was decent, but a little on the bland side flavor wise. The chips were nice and crispy and they brought plenty of them for our party. We tried the California burrito, which had a slightly odd combination of ingredients but was decent, served with a red enchilada sauce and normally comes with sides of rice and beans. The SO liked the zucchini in the burrito, but also thought everything was fairly bland overall. We also got an order of spinach enchiladas which were decent. The red enchilada sauce was on the bland side, but tasted alright. The side of black beans was pretty good. The service was friendly and helpful. The location appeared clean and in good shape. The prices were reasonable, the portions were decent although I wouldn't count on leftovers if you are hungry. All in all not bad of you are hungry and in the area.

S.P. Borja

07 Nov 2025

10 STARS!! they put so much love into their food. It’s not bland things cooked in oil and given to you. Even their side veggies have their own flavorful seasoning. And I could tell the ranch is homemade too because it’s really good & different. Excellent services!!Pablo is good guy.

RANDY MILLER

21 Sep 2025

This place was busy so I had to try it. Was driving thru and stopped to eat. When I saw this place so busy I figured everything had to be fresh and not sitting. Service was quick and the food was good. I love how they bring free chips and salsa and some whit queso dip, that’s a first normally it’s just salsa. Ordered their house margarita the large one and a barbacoa burrito and a flan at the end. Everything was excellent, the flan was huge. I would come back again.

Kisten Born

20 Sep 2025

Stopped in Bonner Springs, while driving cross country. A wonderful surprise at a quiet exit just west of KC! The restaurant had more cars than anyplace else so we took that as a sign that locals like the place. We weren’t disappointed! Wonderful service from the time we walked in the door. Fast service, a great Bahama Mama and chips w/sauce & queso were in front of us in minutes! Husband had a Combination Monterey (chicken taco, chicken burrito & chicken enchilada - all in gravy sauce). He said it was really good. Hard to get input as he had his mouth full. I had the chicken spinach quesadilla. Both meals came with rice, beans, sour cream and a scoop of guacamole. Highly recommend if you like good authentic Mexican food in a great atmosphere. The place is clean and busy. Lots of free parking. 2 full meals, which we both could not finish (big full plates) was $35. You can’t beat that.

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