About us

In 1987 Isabel and Elena Ayala, opened the 1st El Dorado Mexican Restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina. Parents of 8 children at the time ages 5 to 17 with income as everyone else or less, they worked hard and sacrificed plenty to achieve this 1st opening. Today, 22 years later Isabel Ayala's vision has become a reality, owning 8 restaurants across the Triangle each operated by one of the Isabel & Elena Ayala family.

El Dorado Mexican Restaurant a family business, knows the importance of keeping this vision thriving, this is why when visiting one of the 8 restaurants you will feel warmth and delight as you enjoy the most delicious Mexican food amongst family.