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Based on the average rating of 4.1, the El Cholo is definitely worth a visit.

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:
Let me begin with the service since it was the only thing that was great, the staff is very friendly and attentive. I had a long time without visiting this restaurant. It has gone downhill. There was a bad smell, like sewer, musty. The service was fast, so we were in and out fast. The food was not great, nothing like I remember. There were 4 tiny strips of steak in the fajitas and 5 tiny shrimp. There was no flavor.... View all feedback.

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4.4 ★ from 1798 reviews
gustavo-garcia-docto
11.01.2024 - 10:16

Let me begin with the service since it was the only thing that was great, the staff is very friendly and attentive. I had a long time without visiting this rest...

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eric-shalov
11.01.2024 - 10:16

Always fun and tasty. Great service. Fair prices. Free street parking after 6pm. Try the crabmeat enchiladas and strawberry margaritas!

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