La Carreta

Pros:
(1) Prices are very reasonable (they have a lunch menu on Saturday as well)
(2) They’ve got a fried taco as a menu option

Cons:
(1) Probably is noisy during lunch/supper rushes due to lack of ceiling insulation
(2) Salsa is flavorful and fairly good, but is too thin (sorta is like a cold tasty tomato soup)

Sammy was an awesome waiter tonight! Patio was definitely the place to be on this 85 degree day!

Great Mezican restaurant of Gardner. Food and service were on point. They always do a great job. Most of the server staff is fun and will joke around.
2nd time - The service is absolutely wonderful. The food is also great. Always hot when they are brought to us.

This was our first trip to La Caretta. Went for a late lunch and had an enjoyable experience. Sam was our waiter. He has been there for 10 years which says something about the place IMHO. We will be back.

Our waitress was Olivia and she’s one of the most polite and helpful ladies I’ve ever met! The other staff was very attentive too. Even though we stopped in during a Sunday evening dinner rush, the wait for our food was incredibly small! I was genuinely surprised! The mild salsa served with the chips as an appetizer was absolutely fantastic as well! If you’ve read my previous reviews, you know I’m not at all a spice person. This mild salsa has my Low Spice Tolerance Stamp of Approval! If you’re heading west out of Kansas City, this little restaurant is worth venturing off the beaten path!

I love this place. Quick seating , great staff, food fast. FOOD AWESOME! I try to go every 3 weeks when in budget. Price is great and big full plate.

Undescribable taste in the food. I would live there if they let me. I go here all the time, always spectacular food🫶

Best food EVER. The portions are HUGE. They gave us a ton of chips and salsa. They were so attentive. Best Mexican restaurant in the greater KC area.

My family and I went here to celebrate my mother getting a new job and it was the perfect place! We had gotten our food extremely fast even though there was a bit of a dinner rush. Our server was amazing and would check up on us often. One of my favorite places to eat for sure!

I judge all Mexican restaurants on their chips, theirs are worth the drive. Plus, the owner is hands-on and helping. Food was fresh and fast. My new favorite.

This is by far the best Mexican restaurant I think I have ever had. It was absolutely fantastic!! And that is saying a lot since I have been a Mexican food freak my whole life!

Great Service by Mauel our waiter. Biigest selection of Chimichangas I've ever seen in a Mexican Restaurant. Food was excellent, including the Enchiladas, ordered by members of my dinner party. Loved the warm chips and the salsa to eat them with. Great lo-key, down home atmoshere. Great place for a Business lunch or dinner. Wish this restaurant was in my hometown of Dallas.

Every single time we eat here it is an outstanding experience! The service is top notch and the food is always exquisite. Quality ingredients and staff make this a must go to if you're in Gardner.

We have been going here for almost five years now and the servers know us by name and the food is great!!

Pretty darn good food, fast & friendly. Lunch menu is a great deal 11am to 3pm daily.

Amazing food. Went here for my birthday with family and the service was wonderful as well as the food and the menu. Highly recommended!

Nacho steak is my favorite but other dishes are tasty and fresh as well, plenty of rich flavors and reasonable prices. Love this place, would highly recommend to stop by and enjoy!

Great service by Nayely, carnitas were really good, my lunch combo was really good as well. Hubby's frozen strawberry margarita was excellent. Good hot sauce and warm, crispy chips. We will be back!!

We get carryout a few times a month and we occasionally dine in as well. This place is consistent, fresh food, good service, good drinks, and a good amount of options. People who like Tex Mex will like it as will people who like things a little more authentic. Recommend stopping here if you come thru Gardner and if you live here you're missing out on a good place!

Pleasant atmosphere, friendly staff, extensive menu with amazing food and affordable prices. Always a pleasant experience when eating here.