Latin American Scene and Cuisine at Charro

Having difficulty deciding where to grab a bite to eat in the Brookfield and Elm Grove area? Don't know where to turn for a good sandwich, a scrumptious Italian dish or a fantastic fish fry? Every week the Brookfield Patch highlights a restaurant worth checking out. This week's pick:.

The interior décor at Charro Restaurant, can be described as brash and brooding, unlike any experience visitors will soon forget. From the charros of Mexico and the Haneros of Columbia, to the gauchos of Patagonian Chile and Brazil, Latin America sets the scene at this eatery.

The restaurant offers cuisine that is bold, fresh and unmistakable, with flavors as unique as the countries from which they come. Charro honors the culinary tradition by blending traditional maize, rice and bean-based dishes with artisan meals, hand-selected seafood and region-specific spices, salsa and sauces.

Among the various items on the restaurant's lunch menu are Papa Relleno, (a deep fried mashed potato filled with cheddar cheese, ham and spiced paprika), a Cubano sandwich, (Cuban bread, ham, pulled pork, pickled jalapenos and vegetables, Cuban sauce, fresco and Chihuahua cheeses), and Haitian Stew, (pureed pumpkin chowder with seared shrimp, scallops and cilantro). They also offer a variety of unique selections on their dinner menu that includes meal combinations, desserts and beverages. A carry-out service is available, along with large rooms for large groups and parties.

Address: 17800 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield

Phone: 262-782-7253

Web site: charrorestaurante.com/brookfield/

Reataurant Hours: Monday – Wednesday, 11am to 9pm, Thursday, 11am to 10pm, Saturday, Noon to 10pm, Sunday, 11am to 8pm

Lunch prices range from $7 to $13