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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 1135 reviews

What Ofelia Gutiérrez doesn't like about El Jacalito:
My husband and I visited this restaurant very often but we moved out of state. Recently we came back to California to visit and decided to visit this restaurant. Boy, were we so disappointed! The prices are so ridiculous that it makes me think that they are taking advantage of the whole pandemic situation! I understand that prices are rising in California but this was ridiculous! We didn't even dine there, we just le... View all feedback.

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Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 476 reviews
Karl
20.09.2023 - 12:06

I went there with see friends and enjoyed a good lunch, except there was work going on the ceiling and it sprinkled some water on some plates. Manager did not c...

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Bladimir
20.09.2023 - 12:06

Family favorite have been going there for the last 7 years. Great service, courteous waiters and short wait times.

roddel
20.09.2023 - 12:06

The food is absolutely home style. Simply delicious!!

Alvaro
21.09.2023 - 17:18

You need to try the lengua en chile verde plate, al pastor sopes and the enchiladas verdes with chickenthe best in the SGV!!! Ohhh and the aguas frescas

Raymond
21.09.2023 - 17:18

The sopes are to die for. The masa is cooked so delicately its like a Mexican funnel cake with your favorite meat. Bomb!! Oh and the agua de piña

This family-owned restaurant in El Monte offers a mix of reviews, with some praising the authentic Mexican flavors and homemade taste of the food while others express disappointment in the quality and pricing. The buffet seems to be hit or miss, with some diners enjoying the home-cooked feel of the food while others find it lacking in flavor. The menudo seems to be a standout dish for many, receiving high praise for its taste. Overall, it appears that the restaurant's charm lies in its traditional Mexican fare and friendly service, making it a popular choice for those seeking an authentic dining experience.

Restaurantji
4.3 ★ from 111 reviews
Armando
07.08.2023 - 04:48

Enjoyed the Sunday buffet. The spread was great with plenty of traditional Mexican dishes and desserts.Food: 5/5

benito
07.08.2023 - 04:48

Went in for the weekend brunch buffet and it was super delicious. Taste like home cooked. It was my first time there and can't wait to go back. The staff was ve...

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Denise
07.08.2023 - 04:48

The buffet is so good !! Yummy homemade food and the customer service is wonderful. Definitivamente try this place you won’t regret it.

Maritza
07.08.2023 - 04:48

Amazing food , great service. Quiet, clean and friendly.

Ofelia
07.08.2023 - 04:48

My husband and I visited this restaurant very often but we moved out of state. Recently we came back to California to visit and decided to visit this restaurant...

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Sirved
3.9 ★ from 79 reviews
Otis
05.06.2023 - 04:34

I went with seeing friends and enjoyed a good lunch, except there was work on the ceiling and there burst some water on some plates. The manager didn't load the...

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Devin
05.06.2023 - 04:34

It's been 2 years since I last came to this restaurant. I had the Caldo de Res. It had a good flavor. The soup had a decent color, unlike other restaurants that...

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Anais
05.06.2023 - 04:34

Food was amazing! Everything tasted home made and authentic. My wife is very picky with her Mexican food and she loved her Camaron Enchiladas. I had the Chile v...

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Delbert
05.06.2023 - 04:34

This buffet is better then any other buffet i been to just like moms home made food mexican food ....???

Thuận
05.06.2023 - 04:34

Did you come here for dinner with my husband and two children? we all loved our food! From the outside it doesn't look so great, but the service was great! We'l...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 3 reviews
Salvatore
25.11.2018 - 11:51

Omfg the best fish tacos around fo shizzle! I still have yet to try anything else on the menu because I can't stop grubbin on them halibut fish

Destin
10.12.2017 - 12:41

Homemadr tortillas salsa a little on the hot side bit plenty of flavor the chips were nice amd warm the burrito wasnt soggy .If ypir im the area i highly

Donnell
10.12.2017 - 12:41

This is one of my favorite breakfast places close to home.

Google
4.6 ★ from 307 reviews
Ronny
14.02.2024 - 12:18

Very good menudo on weekends and family type relationship we will be going back often for great food

Jessica
14.02.2024 - 12:18

Very great I loved it. The people were very nice and the food was amazing. I recommend going here for it was amazing. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing.

M
14.02.2024 - 12:18

Food was excellent. I had the wet burrito and my wife had the taquitos plate. Service was excellent and the Owner was very friendly. Definitely coming back to t...

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Gastroranking-us
3.8 ★ from 159 reviews

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