The Basics

Opened: 1995
Neighborhood: Deer Park-Bonnycastle border (originally on Frankfort Avenue)
Self-description: “A Louisville landmark serving Mexican food and award-winning margaritas since 1995.”
Website: 502elmundo.com

Best of Louisville Stats

Total nominations: 15
Total wins: 8
First nomination: 1998, Best Mexican Restaurant
First win: 2005, Best Quesadilla
Also won: 2010, Best Fish Taco; 2011 Best Margarita

The Voting Academy Says

“My go-to place for so many years.”