El Cholo - Pasadena

#7 - Mexican - Pasadena, #10 - Vegetarian - Pasadena, Seafood
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El Cholo

El Cholo
3.7 / 5 (7443 reviews)

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El Cholo Pasadena opened its doors in 2000 at the Paseo Mall, conveniently located near the Civic Auditorium and Convention Center. Our menu features a mix of classic dishes dating back to the original menu, as well as modern creations inspired by various regions of Mexico. With four private rooms available for parties of 40-100 guests, we provide a memorable dining experience for any occasion. Don't miss our famous Margaritas and an impressive selection of over 150 Tequilas at both of our bars, where guests can unwind and savor their experience in a comfortable setting.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Francine

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★ 3.7 / 5 from 7443 reviews
betsy-murazik
26.12.2021

Everything was good. Margaritas were delicious. Service was good.

mitchell-kailee
26.12.2021

Great food, patio seating is wonderful, service is top notch...margaritas are prefect. Love this place!!!

gerlach-sheldon
26.12.2021

Food was fantastic! Both the server and the assistant were very friendly. The assistant took our drink order and did make a mistake in one of the drinks. However, we received the correct drink, it took more than minutes to get it. The server took our order after waiting for her for minutes. The service is very slow. I believe it's because the restaurant is short on staff. We arrived at the time the restaurant was open and only three tables were occupied. After waiting for minutes, when the server took our order, there were several more tables occupied. The restaurant was getting busy. A suggestion to the restaurant, try to have enough staff for your clients even though we all understand all restaurants are experiencing the same issue. I felt sorry for the server and assistant who were working non-stop catering to all their clients. The delay was not their fault. If the shortage of staff continues, the service will definitely not be good.

francine-magee-versc
15.04.2025

Just sat at the bar to have some food while waiting for our car to charge. Sadly, my husband was verbally harassed for ordering a non alcoholic beer by a young, terribly unprofessional bartender. There was so much wrong with the situation that it’s notworth expanding on here. What had been a decent experience up until the shift change when this young man showed up, was souredby his ignorant display. Completely careless and offensive. Don’t bother wasting your money here. Follow Up: To the owner whoresponded did you read my review? The young man made fun of my husband with an off color joke about him drinking anon alcoholic beer. He felt singled out and we were both immediately alienated. It’s unconscionable and should never happen.Everyone should be able to enjoy themselves at your restaurant despite their order and their personal decision to not drinkalcohol. This was an ignorant mistake by your bartender that we hope never happens again.

chanchal-kohli
15.04.2025

Food was very good. The enchiladas were so flavorful, this is the first time I had such delicious enchiladas. The fusion drinks were good too. We were party of 4. Ordered drinks, guacamole, Santa Barbara Enchiladas(shrimp &chicken enchiladas), Chili Verdeand Southwest chicken tostada, Enjoyed the yummy food. Would surely visit again.

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The second closest stop is Metro-del Mar, located 651 meters away.

The restaurant offers free WLAN for its guests.

Smoking is not allowed in this restaurant.

The restaurant provides you a choice of gluten-free meals.

You can watch major sports events on a screen / TV right in the restaurant.

The rooms in the restaurant are wheelchair accessible and can also be used with a wheelchair or physical limitations.

You can also pay for your dishes with the common credit cards.

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