Okay, so our secret is out and that's okay (I guess). La Carreta Mexican Restaurant is located in Merrillville, Indiana inside the K-Mart Shopping plaza area off of U.S. Route 30. The address is 269-275 West Lincoln Highway. It is by far some of the best Mexican food we have ever eaten. The service at this good size restaurant is amazing and all act like family.
Jamie is the manager and is always watchful of what is going on inside the approximately 5,000 sq foot area. The food is simply outstanding and you are served plenty of it! You will NOT leave La Carreta hungry. The free chips and freshly made salsa (I like free stuff) is delicious and has been consistent each time we attend. The salsa has a little "zip" but you can cool that easily with one of their fantastic Margaretta's. Plenty of potency inside all drinks will make you happy.
Service is quick and attentive and all servers are friendly and seem to want to give you a great dining experience. They do too!
Okay, for the food... the menu is packed with variety. Perhaps one of the most extensive menus in the area. I have tried many dishes and one of my personal favorites is the Spicy Steak Tacos. Wow... these are so flavorful and as the description highlights "spicy". Prepared in a red chili sauce, these tacos will leave you wanting more. Cheese, tomatoes, lettuce can be added at no additional cost, but even plain, the meat is tender chunks of steak and very meaty. You won't have a single bite without meat with these tacos, they are loaded! Served with beans and Spanish rice, this dish will please the heartiest appetite.
Jodi is usually more adventurous then I am and last week tried the Shrimp Casadeasias. More from Jodi: