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El Cholo - The Original

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4.3(3,737)
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Location & Hours

Address

1121 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, California 90006
United States
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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM
Monday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(323) 734-2773

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About El Cholo - The Original

Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 17, 2025.

4.3/5
Based on 3,737 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Michael Chahin

6 months ago

El Cholo is a storied Mexican-American restaurant chain that has been serving Southern California since 1923. The original location in Los Angeles, now situated in Koreatown, is renowned for its nosta...

Karrie

3 months ago

Celebrated friend’s birthday here. High quality Mexican food, and the guacamole was the best I’ve ever had. I loved the atmosphere and music there, glad I got to pay a visit.

AnchorOnLand Lisa

5 months ago

Best service ever for our large group! Friendly wait staff with strong attention to detail. I asked for Splenda for my tea, and that is what got. Even if Splenda was not available, I think I would hav...

Faber

3 months ago

Great place to eat. I like that is a landmark in town and filled with photos and stories to tell. As soon you step in you feel like you have been there because has a family vibe. Service is fast frien...

Cory Schwab

3 months ago

Food is always delicious and staff is very friendly. Margaritas are good too!

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners consistently report a highly positive experience, emphasizing delicious food and friendly service, making it a worthwhile destination. The reviews suggest a reliably enjoyable and memorable meal.

Customer Favorites

Guacamole and margaritas (especially the El Cholo margarita) are frequently praised as standout items. Sonoran-style enchiladas and green corn tamales are also mentioned as popular choices.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as having a family vibe with a nostalgic ambiance, featuring photos and stories. Service is consistently highlighted as fast, friendly, and attentive, especially for large groups.

Value & Quality

The food is described as high quality and hearty, with generous portions. No specific comments about pricing were mentioned in the reviews.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews continue to emphasize the delicious food and friendly service, with a recent focus on accommodating large groups. The consistently positive experience seems to be a continuing trend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is El Cholo - The Original located?

El Cholo - The Original is located at 1121 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA.

What is the price range at El Cholo - The Original?

El Cholo - The Original is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for El Cholo - The Original?

The listed hours for El Cholo - The Original are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact El Cholo - The Original?

Call El Cholo - The Original at (323) 734-2773. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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