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Mexican
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Lunch, Dinner
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Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service
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Reviewed 31 May 2023

It's the Saturday of Derby Weekend....ok, it's Derby Day. As we usually do, we try to get out of town on Derby Weekend, which involved a trip to Shaker Village and then lunch, which leads us to La Fonda. After a helluva hike at Shaker...Village I was ready for food and La Fonda was close enough to take care of that issue. La Fonda is located right on Main Street in downtown Harrodsburg and is very easy to find, with its burgundy (or is it maroon?) awning. Street parking was a breeze. We were seated immediately and our server (whose name I don't recall) greeted us and brought our drinks right away while we perused the ENORMOUS menu. The décor at La Fonda isn't overstated and it feels genuine to the atmosphere they're trying to create. Yes, it's colourful, but if you know anything about Mexican culture you know that it's VERY colourful. I opted for the spicy pork chili verde, since I have a weakness for chili verde. The "spicy" part of that comes from adding in some chorizo, which is 1) BRILLIANT and B) awesome. Not 10 minutes later our food arrived, hot and steamy. The spicy pork chili verde was OUT-FREAKING-STANDING. The addition of the chorizo gave it just the punch it needed. Our server was spot-on with refills and getting more napkins (chili verde can get kinda sloppy if you use the tortilla eating method). La Fonda is laid back and comfortable. Good food, reasonably priced, and great service. I might just have to make the trip from J-Town again soon.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 20 October 2022

We were just traveling through town and stopped here. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. The food quality was consistent with expectation based on price. Yes I would return if I was in the area.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 24 August 2022

Typical Mexican restaurant but the food and service were very good! We recommend La Fonda if you're in Harrodsburgh looking for a quick bite.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 21 February 2022

Ordered takeout which was wrong. That not what I mad about. I am mad and will never be back because they were very rude when I called back. Avoid this place. At least the bell gets my orders right.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 25 February 2020 via mobile

Never get the same bill twice. No matter how many times we've been there and order the same thing the check is never the same amount. So with more than one Mexican restaurant to choose from we will no longer go here.

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed 4 September 2019 via mobile

We arrived at 4pm on a Tuesday, we were the only ones in there for about a half hour before others started to file in closer to dinner time. Chips and salsa complimentary. We ordered Chicken Chimichangas. Food and portions were very good.

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 12 December 2018 via mobile

Amazing atmosphere and courteous greeting upon our entrance. Fast service and outstanding food. Difinantly a must stop on any night!!!

Date of visit: December 2018
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Reviewed 21 August 2018

la fonda is a great place to have Harrodsburg, surrounding are very clean and order supplied very fast, the staff was excellent great service.

Date of visit: August 2018
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Reviewed 18 June 2018

Stopped in Harrodsburg to see some friends. Went into the downtown area to find a quick dinner. You could almost miss the place because of the limited signage, but you'd be missing out. The service was quick and good, food was excellent. Will definitely be...back when we are in town.More

Date of visit: June 2018
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Reviewed 2 June 2018

My husband and I arrived in Harrodsburg later on Mother's Day and we really wanted something other than fast food - something good, hot and wonderful. Well, we decided to drive onto Main Street as we had a little map of Harrodsburg that showed a...Mexican restaurant - our favorite. We did not even have to look for it as all of the cars on Main Street that day seemed to be parked in front of La Fonda on both sides of the street and up and down! The waiters were very nice, helpful, and attentive. Our food was fantastic! We actually went back a couple of days later as we decided that the Beaumont Inn, La Fonda and Dunn's Bar-B-Que are the places we liked best in Harrodsburg. We especially liked La Fonda also because they seemed to be opened when we wanted to eat and especially on Sunday when other places seemed not to be opened. (Travelling people need to eat on Sunday too.) I am hoping we will be back and eat there again. Their food and service is really, really good. We also like the lunch menu and prices. Thank you La Fonda restaurant.More

Date of visit: May 2018
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Reviewed 15 May 2018 via mobile

So I forgot to take a before picture. The service was good. The waitress sat us quickly. The food was good and was served quickly. Salsa and chips was provided and the salsa was very good also.

Date of visit: May 2018
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Reviewed 16 March 2018 via mobile

By far the best place to eat in Harrodsburg and hands down best Mexican food in the area. We eat at Lafondas frequently and have NEVER been disappointed. It's great for the whole family or for a couple's night out.

Date of visit: March 2018
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Reviewed 8 August 2017

The prices are reasonable and the food is good. A big variety of food choices, American dishes and Mexican dishes. The margaritas are very good.

Date of visit: July 2017
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Reviewed 26 July 2017

If you are looking for a good quality, authentic menu in a quiet, relaxed environment, give La Fonda's a try. In addition to good service, cook to order meals, and cold drinks, La Fonda's are constantly supporting our schools and community with fund raisers. It's...a good, clean restaurant operated by good people.More

Date of visit: July 2017
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Reviewed 24 May 2017

Always love visiting La Fonda's! Staff is always coming up with new dishes for us to try(yes we are regulars) Staff is great and always great service!

Date of visit: May 2017
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La Fonda is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4.5