Mary T.
8/6/2025
Went on a Tuesday afternoon about 5pm before an event at Crypto. Super convenient to Pico Station Metro. The building's exterior stands out as it's an old style Spanish building amidst high...
El Cholo
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1037 S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
El Cholo is a historic Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles, established in 1922 by Alejandro Borquez and his wife Rosa, originally as The Sonora Cafe. Over the decades, it has evolved into a family-owned institution, known for its rich culinary heritage and innovative dishes like nachos and premium margaritas.
With multiple locations across Southern California, El Cholo has become a beloved dining destination, celebrating over 90 years of tradition and excellence in Mexican cuisine. The restaurant's legacy continues through the Borquez family, now in its fourth and fifth generations, ensuring that the spirit of authentic Mexican dining lives on.
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Steph H.
7/6/2025
STEPH JUDGEMENT: A great pregame option by Crypto arena if you're not feeling the usual suspects at LA Live. We happened to be walking by on our way to a Kings game when we spotted this place...
Jen R.
4/27/2025
Classic LA spot. Love their margaritas and their coconut margarita (so sweet but soooo yummy). Got the taste plate which was very large and can be shared by 2 people. The refried beans are the...
Alyson W.
9/20/2025
Great place for a big group. We were able to make a reservation for 12 without too much trouble and only a couple of days in advance. The margaritas were obviously delicious. I got the flaca...
Yula K.
3/29/2025
I have been to the original el cholo in koreatown a few times but this was my first time visiting the downtown location. First off, chimichangas that are the shape and size of egg rolls? What is...
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