Tacos on the Bedford-to-Lynchburg run
Forest Road connects Bedford to Lynchburg, and we're right on it. If you're driving that stretch for work, shopping or a game, El Gordo's is an easy stop — and an easier one if you order ahead.
Worth building into the drive
Anyone who regularly drives between Bedford and Lynchburg knows the food options along the way thin out fast. That's part of why order-ahead pickup makes sense here: you're already making the trip, so the only cost is a two-minute stop rather than a detour and a wait.
If you've got a longer drive home toward Bedford, order with that in mind. Burritos wrapped tight, loaded fries instead of nachos, and sauces packed on the side all hold up better than a plate that's meant to be eaten immediately.
The food itself is the same either way: slow-cooked meats, house salsas and corn tortillas griddled to order. It just survives the trip better with a bit of thought at checkout.
- Burritos — wrapped and sturdy
- Loaded fries hold heat better than nachos
- Sauces on the side keeps everything crisp
- Quesabirrias are best eaten soon after pickup
Road-friendly orders
Chicken burrito
The most travel-proof item on the menu.
Loaded fries
Holds heat and texture better than chips.
Quesadillas
Cut in wedges, easy to share in the car park.
Tacos
Double-stacked so they don't fall apart.
Tortas
A toasted bolillo sandwich — genuinely portable.
Drinks
Jarritos and horchata for the ride.
Why Bedford folks stop in
On the route
Directly on Forest Road between Bedford and Lynchburg.
No waiting
Order online, pick a time, park and grab.
Packed for travel
Sauces separate, wraps tight, containers that hold.
Cooked fresh
Made against your pickup slot rather than held.
Family-sized orders
Easy to bring dinner home for everyone.
Catering too
We cater events in the surrounding area.
Driving in from Bedford
Take Forest Road (Route 221) east toward Lynchburg and you'll reach us at 17980 Forest Rd Ste D in Forest, VA, before you get to the city.
We're open 11am–8pm Tuesday through Saturday and 11am–3pm Sunday, closed Monday — so evening pickups on the way home work well most of the week.
If you're timing a longer drive, place the order before you set out and pick a slot for when you expect to arrive.
17980 Forest Rd Ste D, Forest, VA 24551
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Make it a two-minute stop
Order before you leave Bedford and it'll be bagged when you pull in.
Frequently asked questions
How far is El Gordo's from Bedford?
We're on Forest Road in Forest, VA, between Bedford and Lynchburg — an easy stop on that route.
What travels best for a longer drive?
Burritos, tortas and loaded fries. Ask for sauces on the side.
Can I order ahead from the road?
Yes. Our online ordering page lets you pick a pickup time before you arrive.
Are you open on Sundays?
Yes, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We're closed Mondays.
Do you cater events in Bedford County?
Send your date, headcount and location through the catering page and we'll let you know what we can do.
Do you take phone orders?
Yes — (434) 213-2810 during kitchen hours.