Chapala Mexican Restaurant

We have a full service cocktail lounge where you can enjoy a top shelf margarita and some sports on our giant flatscreen. We also offer takeout dishes for 2-4 people, low-carb menu items, an appetizer menu, an incredible drink menu, the best Mexican food in town, and two great locations to serve you. Come visit us with your family or friends!

Chapala Mexican Restaurant wast started in 1994 by Martin and Salvador Pelayo and their spouses, after working for a large Mexican restaurant in Seattle for many years. They found the location in the south hills of Eugene, Oregon and brought all their money together to start the restaurant. Chapala originally employed about 15 employees (with eight being family members). The original location was remodeled in 1996 to give a hacienda ambiance that fit with traditional Mexican decor and feel. Later, the Oakway Center location was added giving Chapala a perfect location in the heart of Eugene. The Oakway location has an open and airy feel with a beautiful patio in the courtyard.