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NOTICE: COVID-19
Dear valued customers:
We are glad to continue the changes implemented due to COVID-19 in our locations by offering dine-in services being as safe as possible. We also continue to offer orders To-Go, Curbside Pickup, and DoorDash services at all our locations. We value our clients, staff, and community and are thankful for the opportunity to continue serving you all.
Gracias amigos for all your support during this time.
Chapala Staff
Why Chapala?
Chapala is the largest town on the shores of Lake Chapala
For many years, Chapala was the largest town on the shores of Lake Chapala, and the most genteel. Centuries before, the Coca Indians inhabited the wooded shores. Even today, their small ceramic offering vessels known as “blood cups”, can be discovered on the beach or are brought up in fishermen’s nets.
Distinguished tourist disover the town of Chapala
In 1868, the first steamboat embarked on the Chapala inland sea, and sailboats served as ferries.
In 1904, President Porfirio Diaz discovered Chapala, and vacationed here for several years afterward. English writer D.H. Lawrence penned The Plumed Serpent while staying at a villa on Zaragoza street, mentioning the splendid parish church of San Francisco in his book.
Several Chapala hotels opened, including the Hotel Nido, dating from 1905. Today well established houses, a City Hall, and the infamous Cazadores Restaurant occupies the Victorian mansion on the waterfront, owned by the Braniff family of airline fame.
Chapala now in Idaho
Today, Chapala is still a favorite weekend and holiday destination for Tapatios, as the people of Guadalajara are known. A landscaped median divides Calle Madero as it leads into town past the plaza with its charming bandstand.
It is our pleasure to bring a bit of Chapala, Mexico to Idaho. With our many authentic dishes and culinary delights, you're whole family is sure to find a meal they love. With great pricing, excellent service, and multiple locations, we aim to please our friends and neighbors.
"Provecho"
Chapala Staff
Serving the Treasure Valley
Boise - Vinnell
Boise - Glenwood
Boise - Glenwood
Who can say "no" to a quick lunch with so many combination specials...Mmm.
Boise - Vista
Boise - Glenwood
Boise - Vista
Comfort food at it's finest. Sizzling with authinticity.
Nampa - Blvd
Nampa - 12th Ave
Boise - Vista
You can't go wrong when you know you'll be greeted with warm chips and salsa.
Nampa - 12th Ave
Nampa - 12th Ave
Nampa - 12th Ave
Friendliest of staff... where you're practically family.