Nestled along Highway 4 in the charming town of Murphys, El Arroyo is a relaxed creekside cantina where authentic Mexican cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and good company come together. Our menu is inspired by traditional recipes, fresh ingredients, and bold flavors that celebrate the heart of Mexican cooking—served in a setting that invites you to slow down and stay awhile.
our menuEnjoy the flavors you love from El Arroyo wherever you are. Order online for quick pickup and take our fresh, authentic Mexican dishes and handcrafted favorites home with you. Easy, convenient, and made fresh—just the way it should be.
Host your next special occasion at El Arroyo and turn it into a memorable experience. Our welcoming space, flavorful Mexican cuisine, and relaxed creekside setting create the perfect backdrop for birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and intimate celebrations. From great food to refreshing margaritas, we make it easy to gather, celebrate, and enjoy every moment.
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Make your next event easy and memorable with El Arroyo catering—authentic Mexican favorites prepared fresh and ready to share.
Our specials are where creativity meets craving. Inspired by seasonal ingredients, fresh ideas, and classic Mexican flavors we love to play with, these limited-time dishes and drinks give you something new to discover each visit. They change often and never stick around long, so when you see a special that catches your eye, don't wait—this is flavor worth jumping on.
Absolutely delish! The Barbacoa tacos were out of this world. Margaritas were wine based and tasty. The service was good and friendly. Will definitely be back!
Excellent, prompt and attentive service. Food was prepared promptly and delivered hot. I've heard great things about this fairly-new restaurant from other locals and agree with their assessments and experiences. Definitely a great stop going to or coming from the Arnold area.
Great food, super friendly staff, and a lovely creekside spot. An awesome place to stop for lunch on the way to camp!
Great place! It was first time ordering from this place and the food was delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and tasty! I know good Mexican and this place is great! The staff was friendly and helpful. I didnt wait long for my order. The place was pretty busy and clean. I definitely would recommend going here for some good food.
Food and drinks were really good. Our table ordered the Pescado al Pastor, Chicken Molcajete, Carnitas, and Carne Asada fries. Nothing but positive remarks. Will absolutely be coming back.
