The ambiance of a restaurant is just as important as the food it serves. That way, dining out feels like a memorable experience that you can’t wait to share with your friends. El Rayo Tex Mex in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, delivers both. The new Tex-Mex restaurant is worth checking out because of its festive décor and incredible brunch menu. If you’re up for a drive, you can sink your teeth into unbelievable flavors and enjoy a margarita or two.

Robert St. John's long-awaited El Rayo restaurant replaced the former Purple Parrot Café. Despite owning both businesses, St. John notes that there is a "night and day" difference between the two. El Rayo is bold, lively, and a lot more casual than the Purple Parrot.
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There is so much to look at while dining at the restaurant. From floor to ceiling, there are colorful decorations and artwork to admire. The time you spend waiting for your food to arrive can be a lesson in Tex Mex flavor and culture. If you're tired of dining at places that lack personality, you're going to love how this eatery looks and feels.
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The menu offers five different queso options and over 2,163 combinations. Which is going to be your next favorite? You'll need to come back and try them all!
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Get a load of that Beef Chimichanga! It's huge and packed with incredible flavor. You won't be hungry after ordering it at El Rayo.
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A signature El Rayo margarita is precisely the way to round out the day. You can enjoy one with your meal. If you prefer something a little zestier, try the Blood Orange Jalapeno Margarita for instant pep in your step.
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Enjoy your meal outdoors or at a booth. There's plenty of space to spread out and take a load off.
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Visit the restaurant’s website to learn more.

If you can’t get enough Mexican food, you’re going to love 10 Restaurants in Mississippi to Get Mexican Food That Will Blow Your Mind. Packed with flavor, each menu item at the eateries satisfies on a whole new level. What will you order next? Do you have a favorite Mexican dish? Let us know in the comments because we’re all ears!

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