El Cholo RestaurantEmail Me
323-734-2773Send to Phone
1121 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90006 Get Directions
Los Angeles, CA 90006 Get Directions
Business Information Edit info
RestaurantsGift Certificate, Catering, American Express, Restaurants, $$, Food Delivery, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Message from the Business
"...this 'true institution' continues to produce 'green corn tamales straight from heaven' and the 'best, strongest margaritas in LA' after over 75 years 'these guys have got it down!'...."
- Zagat Restaurant Guide
provided by
CitySearch
Top Sentiments among El Cholo Restaurant Reviewers
Love margarita especial
Excellent drinks
Good chips and salsa
Good green corn tamales
Perfect table side guacamole
Awesome menu items
Loud fun dinner
Perfect enchilada sauce
Best dishes
Fabulous sonoma nachos
Customer Reviews (132)
DianaTakesaBite
on Citysearch Jan 31, 2010I should be ashamed. Should hide it from my foodie friends who live by taco trucks and authentic Mexican eateries that don't have carrots in their chicken fajitas. I shouldn't like it, or the distinct "gringo" vibe ... (more)
travelbugg1980
on Citysearch Dec 17, 2009Great place for lunch or for a casual dinner with family or with a group. Food was great, portions huge! And margaritas taste as they should.... Mmm! Service was a little slow, but friendly. And once we ordered, the ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2009Nachos, boy are they great. Margaritas are tasty!! It's a charming place to have really good Mexican food. Excellent service, never a proble... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 27, 2009Awesome place on a Friday night! Food was really good. Took a while to get in. The Enchiladas and Chips and Salsa Rocked My World! Great Teq... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Feb 02, 2009I have been going here for over 40 years. The menu has changed little. The courtyard atmosphere is great as is the food. In a busy area - pl... (more)
legacy2012
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2009love to go there with friends and family. they have excellent texmex and service is good. love the margarita especial and sonoma nachos are fabulous. they have a great patio and there is lots lots lots of space. ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 15, 2008This authentic mexican food restaurant that has been around for many, many years. It is located in the heart of the business area of Los An... (more)
peacefaery
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2008I have always been intrigued by this place from the outside and after years of walking by, finally went! It was a little more casual inside than I expected, but homey and comfortable. We were seated upstairs in a cove ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 22, 2008I've gone here many times after work. They serve all the basic Mexican favorites and do it well. The staff is good and friendly and used t... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 31, 2008Although the gorgeous waitresses sport some of the most UNflattering ruffles, the atmosphere, service, cuisine, and size will provide for yo... (more)
