Chapala Mexican Restaurant in South Carolina

"Updated Review from 2024 While we prefer the St. Andrew's location, we do stop in from time to time and uts been great over the past couple of years. Pics are recent from 2024! Previously from 2018 We've been loyal customers for years until recently. This year they went up tremendously on their prices across the menu. They also have started failing with customer service. We recently had an issue where a cheese dip to go was turned over and spilled everywhere because the lid wasn't the right fit to the container. They refused to replace it even though it wasn't our fault. It was just an odd situation to be in, considering how much things have changed this year even with the same owner. Sad to say goodbye after raising our children there, but I'd rather spend my money where it's appreciated."

"My wife and I eat here regularly. It is some of the best Mexican food around. We love the fact that you can add anything to your dish. You can go wrong with anything on the menu. Now for the staff. They are amazing. They always check in with you and friendly no matter who you are. So if you want a good family spot with great food, and service you got to come here and try them out."

"Food was amazing!! Wife had the chicken tacos and I had the enchiladas verdes... she took a bite and did her happy dance and I had a food-gasm... Highly recommend of you haven't been!!"

"First time dining here and we were quite pleased. The food & service exceeded our expectations. Jose R. was our server & he was attentive without being annoying. The food was inexpensive & good. The atmosphere wasn’t much to get excited about however. * they do charge a convenience fee which annoys the hell out of me"

"Been going there for lunch orangutan 3 years.Always a good experience nice staff and Food comes out quickly.Food is good no complaints at all.Enjoy"

"The food was great and the service was as well. I'll definitely be returning when I'm in the area again."

"Updated 8/13/2025 Back at Chapala! My new favorite is Taco de Birria Beef!! I started with a shot of JC (Jose Quervo) Especially and a Sol, cervesa. Also, the salsa has excellent robust flavor, only a slight hint of heat. I had to get the Espinacha Queso Dip. So good, and I squeeze in a veggie!! LOL! The lovely, Emily, is my bartendress and waitstaff. It is early, just after 11 am, so kind of quiet -- my preferred time to eat -- either early or late dodging the masses. Mass, they do at this location in White Knoll. Very convenient to many businesses and homes near the Platt Springs Rd and Hwy 6 intersection. Please bop on by and grab some amazing food!! See a couple photos that are attached. Stop by anytime for really good food!! Chapala is located in a strip of shops and restaurants. Popped in for a quick lunch. Sat in the cantina section. Cold cervesa in bottles and on tap. They have a limited tequila selection, but enough from which to choose. Repasado, Silver, and Blanco tequilas are all available. Ordered a combination plate -- chicken enchilada, beef tostada, and beef taco. All items were hot and flavorful. Timely service. Typical Mexican decor."

"I met a friend here for lunch. The service was great and the people were friendly. The food was under-seasoned and bland. I know, as a retired chef, I am somewhat of a food snob. Mexican cuisine should be bold in flavor. That said, it is much better than the other Mexican restaurant in White Knoll and most of the other Mexican restaurants I have eaten at in the Columbia area."