From hand-pressed tortillas to our house-made salsas, every dish at El Maiz is built on tradition — and served with the warmth of a hometown kitchen.
El Maiz isn't just a restaurant — it's a piece of home for Morganton. We opened our doors on Carbon City Road with one simple promise: serve Mexican food that tastes like it was made with care, not shortcuts.
Every tortilla is pressed by hand. Every salsa is roasted in-house. Every plate carries the same pride you'd find at a family table. Whether you're joining us for a quick lunch or a weekend dinner, we want you to taste the difference real preparation makes.
414 Carbon City Rd
Morganton, NC 28655-4150
Mon – Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
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