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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2853 reviews

What Erlene Garcia likes about El Portal:
We love to start out with one of their famous thirst quenching margaritas as we sit and listen to the mariachi band play beautiful Spanish tunes . The decor brings you back to an authentic and timeless Latin atmosphere . The food will dance on your palette wether it's the ever so spicy carnitas or the visually stunning huevos rancheros accompanied by a mimosa! Peter and I always feel welcomed by the smiling faces of... View all feedback.

What Ryan Hubert doesn't like about El Portal:
This is a well-known and iconic restaurant in Pasadena, offering an excellent representation of Yucatecan and Mexican cuisine. I can confidently recommend everything on the menu—it's a must-try when you're in the area. While the pandemic has affected many restaurants, this one has remained relatively unchanged. The menu has expanded, and prices have increased slightly, but the quality of the food is still top-notch.... View all feedback.

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4.6 ★ from 18 reviews
Bohuslav
27.02.2023 - 21:20

My favorite Mexican restaurant all over Los Angeles with fabulous Yucatan cuisine and weekend strolls musician serenade. Conveniently located in the walkable Pa...

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Радоје
27.02.2023 - 21:20

The restaurant is very firm and welcoming. The food is excellent as the margaritas! The Yucatan menu is so good, but if you prefer Mexican flavors, these option...

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Nayeli
27.02.2023 - 21:20

The atmosphere is lovely, and the staff is fantastic. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. We enjoyed our conversation long after finishin...

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Abby
27.02.2023 - 21:20

We celebrated my 50th birthday yesterday, July 16th, and it was an incredible experience! We've dined here before, but this visit truly stood out. The staff was...

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Ashly
27.02.2023 - 21:20

This is a well known snd storied establishment in Pasadena. Excellent representation of Yucatan and mexican cuisine. There is nothing i don't recommend on this...

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Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 1934 reviews
John
15.08.2023 - 11:04

My wife and I dined at El Portal Restaurant on a Friday afternoon around 2:30 PM. The place wasn't very crowded at that time. We were greeted warmly and seated...

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Ed
15.08.2023 - 11:04

Fantastic location with delicious food and drinks! I highly recommend El Portal. It’s the perfect spot to celebrate family milestones or to gather with friends...

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Maureen
15.08.2023 - 11:04

A beloved spot for my whole family, El Portal is always a delightful place to unwind. We love indulging in the finest margaritas and tequila, savoring the incre...

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Nicole
15.08.2023 - 11:04

Have you ever been to a restaurant where you can literally be blind folded and at random choose from the menu be totally satisfied with what ever you pick? Well...

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Ja
15.08.2023 - 11:04

Our favorite Mexican restaurant in Pasadena! Love the atmosphere out on the patio, the food and the live entertainment!

Sirved
4.2 ★ from 901 reviews
Meredith
11.10.2024 - 11:56

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in all of Los Angeles, featuring amazing Yucatan cuisine and serenades from strolling musicians on the weekends. It’s con...

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Beth
11.10.2024 - 11:56

Lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. We talked for a long time after finishing our food and they weren't press...

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Tatiyana
11.10.2024 - 11:56

We celebrated my 50th birthday yesterday, July 16th, and it was an incredibly enjoyable experience. Although we've been there before, this visit was exceptional...

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Ryan
11.10.2024 - 11:56

This is a well-known and iconic restaurant in Pasadena, offering an excellent representation of Yucatecan and Mexican cuisine. I can confidently recommend every...

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