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When you think of a Tex-Mex restaurant, you might immediately conjure up images of mouthwatering tacos, flavorful salsa, creamy guacamole, delicious quesadillas, and other flavorful dishes. However, for many people, the name "El Arroyo" brings to mind something else entirely: their hilariously witty signs.

The restaurant was opened back in 1975 in Austin, Texas, and has been making its customers and the internet chuckle with its humorous messages. And we’ve collected some of the very best ones!

Scroll down to see the iconic black-lettered signs that have become something of a cultural touchstone in the heart of Texas.

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El Arroyo’s humorous signs make them appear relatable and authentic while allowing them to be funny. Their sentences often poke fun at common everyday experiences, making customers feel like the brand truly understands them. We can't help but laugh along with them and are thrilled to share their wit with you!

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Humor is often used in branding and advertising because it is easier to capture our attention with a bit of wit and charm. People often remember ads that make them smile. It is not surprising since most of us enjoy humor. A 2017 survey by Clutch revealed that consumers prefer advertisements that make them laugh. “More than half (53%) say they remember and enjoy an advertisement if it is humorous”. While El Arroyo’s funny signs don’t promote their meals, they surely create a memorable and positive association with the brand.

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A humorous brand personality is more likely to engage customers and stand out in a crowded marketplace. By making people laugh, a brand can create a positive association with its products or services. Additionally, humor can help a brand become more relatable to its audience. Through their clever messages, El Arroyo has successfully demonstrated how humor can be a powerful tool for building brand recognition, even in a competitive industry like food service.

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El Arroyo's signs have become a unique form of comedy in and of themselves, drawing in crowds with their engaging humor. In fact, they have become so popular that customers can even purchase merchandise with El Arroyo's funny captions and humorous messages. Check out their website for all the goodies they offer here!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At night when they’re asleep, and leave before they wake up. Perfect way for an introvert to visit anyone.

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We would love to hear your thoughts on these signs! Do you have a favorite? Please share with us in the comments below! And for even more hilarity from El Arroyo, be sure to check out our previous articles by clicking here, here and here!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We have 2 of these a year, and sometimes more. Our main religious holidays are always 2 days. Easter and Pentecost always have a Sunday followed by a second day off. Xmas is also 2 days, but of course they are date- based

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to die with no clothes on. That way I'll be forever the naked ghost 🤣

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The cool thing about pajamas is the feeling you get when you wear them after a long day. If you wear it every day it won't feel the same

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If I traded a sea bird for a sausage, would I be taking a tern for the wurst?? (OK, I'll leave!)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i dont think two hand can carry me might have to use you leg or if you are a man you can use something else

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

cna we just be like sitting zombies just like obstacles we'll eat but were too lazy

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one isn't a joke, these are the names of the people killed in the Nashville school shooting.The numbers are their ages.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We can't get pickles to last past a week. That's not to say there's not a jar or two of something else that has had more birthdays than I care to admit. But, surely that's not a topic of polite conversation. 😉

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a joke that there are no farts allowed in my room. My niece proudly made a "No Fart Zone" sign with a 🚫 over a drawing of a fart. Honestly, the fart looks more like a certain set of male anatomy. She's too proud of it for me to take it down though. She's getting to the age that she may realize it, but will have to laugh on the inside like me, because there's still younger kids who enjoy the sign, and how do we tell them why if we took it down. Idk, I'd like to keep laughing about it for life.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should I admit to often having to look up my own number on my phone because I never call myself. Same if anyone asks for someone else's number because I just click their contact pic, not dial an actual phone number.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did you know the guy who invented autocorrect died? May he rest in pizza.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is why I don't go out unless it's absolutely necessary. I have everything possible delivered. People are stupid. You can't fix stupid.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mad at myself now because I read NYE as "nigh", read the whole thing again, but now my brain thought it should have stood for New York (because my brain at least correlated the initials for the Times Square ball dropping). Took me WAY too long to realize it's for the holiday. 🤔 I should really get to bed...but...BP.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sure seems that way sometimes. I hate it. When it gets 3 states further from me than when it started, flies over my state to get to the other side of the country, then just ends up being taken to the Post Office to deliver instead. 🙄

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Glass - when you're on a date. Bottles - when you're with friends. Red Solo cups - when you're hosting a frat party. :)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the Northwest, we get snow, snow, snow, rain, mud, excess pollen, excess dust, wildfires, and snow. In that order.

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The last new years resolution I made is the only one I've ever kept and it's been like 10 years. No more stupid new years resolutions.

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