A fiesta in Swiss country
El Carreton brings authentic Mexican cooking to Berne with colorful decor, fast and friendly service, and an owner who often waits tables himself and keeps the refills coming. The menu covers all the classics — tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tamales, and sizzling fajitas — with chips and salsa made from scratch.
What to order
The taco salad has a serious local reputation — many call it the best in Northeast Indiana. The chicken fajitas, nachos al carbon, and steak nachos are also crowd favorites, portions run generous, and vegetarians get a full platter of their own. Everything arrives hot and quick, even when the dining room is busy.
Good to know
It's family-friendly with a kids' menu and high chairs, wheelchair accessible, and offers dine-in and takeout — tamales to go are a thing here. Beer and margaritas are available for the grown-ups. Note the split lunch/dinner hours most weekdays, and that they're closed Mondays.