Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 8891 reviews

What Chris James likes about El Cholo:
Classic L.A. Mexican food. El Cholo has been a favorite for years and I've been there dozens of times for working lunches, friendly get togethers and family dinners. The food is consistently good and never disappointing. If I ever had to complain about anything, it would be the crowds of people trying to get in but that's usually what happens when something is good. View all feedback. What Gustavo Garcia doesn't like about El Cholo:
I want to start by highlighting the service, which was the only positive aspect of our visit. The staff were very friendly and attentive. However, it had been a while since my last visit, and I noticed a decline in the restaurant’s quality. There was an unpleasant smell, reminiscent of sewage and mildew. While our service was quick and we were in and out in no time, the food did not live up to my memories of it. The... View all feedback.

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Google
4.4 ★ from 1798 reviews
William
11.01.2024 - 10:16

Best dang chimichangas I have ever had in my life, and their chips are made fresh, salsa is also fresh and tasty!

Kevin
11.01.2024 - 10:16

The bartenders are great best magaretas in town!!!!!

Gail
11.01.2024 - 10:16

The service and atmosphere in the restaurant was very good. However, the food is not as good as I remember. I know chefs and cooks change over the years, but (t...

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Ashley
11.01.2024 - 10:16

Great Mexican food, good drinks and bar area with patio seating. On street parking.

Thomas
11.01.2024 - 10:16

The $1 special meal on the 100 hundredth anniversary was great.

Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 3787 reviews
Jenna
23.07.2023 - 17:43

Great fajitas and the retried beans are out of this world. The house margarita tasted like mix. Great service.

Jonathan
23.07.2023 - 17:43

Great all around! There was 5 of us with no knowledge of the area and found El Cholo through urbanspoon. The food was excellent and the staff was very friendly...

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Chris
23.07.2023 - 17:43

Classic L.A. Mexican food. El Cholo has been a favorite for years and I've been there dozens of times for working lunches, friendly get togethers and family din...

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Camie
23.07.2023 - 17:43

I have eaten El Cholo's for decades. The number 1 is addictive as is the salsa and guacamolle. Try the Burrito Dorado. I LOVE this place!!! Great service and su...

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sunil
23.07.2023 - 17:43

I only had the veggie stuff here because I was with a vegetarian. Had chile relleno, Corn tamale, cheese enchilada. They were all really good especially conside...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 3 reviews
Edward
02.04.2023 - 05:23

I hadn't been to El Cholo since my 19th birthday, but it was just as fantastic as I remembered when I visited again on Friday, March 24! I don't even know where...

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Sheldon
02.04.2023 - 05:23

WOW! This place really impressed me! To start off, parking was a bit challenging, so I suggest keeping it simple. We waited for...

Florence
02.04.2023 - 05:23

This restaurant is fantastic! It's a family-friendly spot with a spacious interior and a lovely outdoor terrace. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming...

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 284 reviews
Yelp
3.5 ★ from 1244 reviews
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4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
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4.1 ★ from 1777 reviews

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