Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Go-To Spot for Fresh Mexican Food in Lake Charles, LA
Casa Manana has dedicated itself to serving fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine in Lake Charles since 1976. Our family-owned business prides itself on daily-prepared salsas, tortilla chips cooked from scratch, and fajitas marinated for 24 hours to ensure tenderness. We extend our culinary expertise beyond traditional Mexican fare through catering services for all types of events, maintaining the same standards of quality and freshness that earned us a loyal customer base. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our word-of-mouth-driven reputation, with every dish crafted to deliver consistent, award-winning flavors. The Martel family oversees operations personally, ensuring each guest receives attentive service and experiences the warmth of our Louisiana hospitality.Through decades of refining our recipes and techniques, we continue to honor our heritage while adapting to modern tastes and dietary preferences. Our menu features classic offerings like quesadillas with customizable toppings and enchiladas in multiple preparations, all served with traditional accompaniments. We invest heavily in staff training to maintain operational consistency across our dining room, takeout, and catering divisions. This dedication to quality control extends to our ingredient sourcing, with daily inspections of fresh produce and meats. As part of our community commitment, we support local events through food donations and sponsorships while maintaining sustainable practices in our kitchen operations.
Services
Quesadillas
Fajitas
Enchiladas
Catering Services
Online Ordering
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We've served fresh Mexican food since 1976
- Our fajitas are marinated for 24 hours
- We offer catering for all events
- We prioritize customer satisfaction through attentive service
- Our family-owned tradition ensures quality
What people say
Award-winning quality
Fresh ingredients daily
Friendly service
Great catering options
Services
Quesadillas
Our traditional quesadillas feature your choice of meat with bacon, chives, sour cream, and guacamole. Every tortilla is freshly made using time-tested techniques passed down through generations. This staple dish represents our dedication to balancing authentic flavors with quality ingredients.
Fajitas
Our marinated fajitas undergo at least 24 hours of preparation before grilling to perfection. Served with rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole on the side, this dish showcases our commitment to traditional preparation methods while maintaining modern food safety standards.
Enchiladas
Choose from chicken, beef, cheese, or rancheros-style enchiladas served with rice and refried beans. Each order is prepared using recipes perfected over decades of operation, ensuring consistent flavor profiles. We maintain strict portion controls while allowing customization options for dietary preferences.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for various events beyond traditional Mexican cuisine. Our culinary team adapts to client needs while maintaining the same quality standards as our restaurant offerings. Clients receive personalized service from our event coordinators who manage all aspects of food preparation and service logistics.
Online Ordering
Our digital ordering platform allows customers to customize and place orders for pickup or delivery. The system maintains menu accuracy while ensuring dietary restrictions are accommodated through detailed ingredient listings. This service extends our operational efficiency while preserving the same quality standards as in-restaurant orders.
Questions
What are your normal business hours?
We're open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. We're closed on Sundays for family time and kitchen maintenance.
Do you offer catering services beyond Mexican cuisine?
Yes, our catering division prepares various dishes beyond traditional Mexican fare while maintaining the same quality standards for all events.
Are your menu items customizable?
Yes, many dishes allow ingredient customization. Please inform staff about dietary restrictions when ordering through any channel.
Do you deliver food orders?
We offer delivery through our online ordering system with specified time windows for order accuracy and food quality preservation.
What makes your fajitas special?
Our fajitas undergo 24-hour marination and are grilled to order, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor absorption from our proprietary spice blends.