I went to dinner at El Cholo, after somebody raved to me about it and I was very dissapointed with the food. It had no tase at all. I don't understand how it can be considered an institution, since... More

I went to dinner at El Cholo, after somebody raved to me about it and I was very dissapointed with the food. It had no tase at all. I don't understand how it can be considered an institution, since it has been open for so long. As A mexican, I am embarrassed that people are being told that this is good mexican food. And, its amazing that the restaurant was pretty full at lunchtime. I guess the margaritas are good and the waiters are nice but that's about it. Pros: none
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I've been twice so far to the El Cholo on Western and both times I've been very pleased with my food. I've had the enhilada/relleno combo and the fajitas and they were both very good and came in... More

I've been twice so far to the El Cholo on Western and both times I've been very pleased with my food. I've had the enhilada/relleno combo and the fajitas and they were both very good and came in generous sized portions. Also, my family is vegetarian and El Cholo has a good selection beyond just the cheese enchilada/chile relleno. The margaritas were good & strong too. The only questionable aspect might be the service. It wasn't blatantly horrible but sometimes you do find yourself craning your neck looking for your waiter/-ess.
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Very bland food, nice atmosphere, and so-so service did not make a good dining experience. Pros: good margarita Cons: , mediocre service, too long a wait

Very bland food, nice atmosphere, and so-so service did not make a good dining experience. Pros: good margarita Cons: , mediocre service, too long a wait
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I have been going to the original location since it was so small my mom would stand us in line to wait to get in on the street! When I finally was old enough to get a Margarita I knew it had all... More

I have been going to the original location since it was so small my mom would stand us in line to wait to get in on the street! When I finally was old enough to get a Margarita I knew it had all been worth waiting for. The beef tacos, the green corn tamales! Wow! Pros: Ambience & space, Good variety of dishe, Good food, drinks Cons: , Too much ice!!, Kids can be loud!
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I've been to El Cholo a couple of times, and I have also had their famous green corn tamales. They were great, a little heavy on the cheese, but the flavors were still very robust and... More

I've been to El Cholo a couple of times, and I have also had their famous green corn tamales. They were great, a little heavy on the cheese, but the flavors were still very robust and authentic. This restaurant is an example of how simple mexican food can be very good. I don't want to overrate it though, it's not "a must" if you're in LA- but somewhere to check out. Ambience is great to: live band that walks around the restaurant playing requests, great decor, and authentic wall designs. Pros: Good food, Good atmosphere
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This is one of my favorite restuarants. They have excellent authentic style mexican food and the best Margaritas ever. Pros: Good Food, Great Prices, Excellent Margaritas

This is one of my favorite restuarants. They have excellent authentic style mexican food and the best Margaritas ever. Pros: Good Food, Great Prices, Excellent Margaritas
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El Cholo's offers a flavor and environment that no other mexican restaurant in L.A. has. The food is seasoned to perfection and they have the BEST margaritas ever!!

El Cholo's offers a flavor and environment that no other mexican restaurant in L.A. has. The food is seasoned to perfection and they have the BEST margaritas ever!!
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Everyone chose El Cholo on Western Ave, now that is the Original El Cholo full of all the history.I want people to experience El Cholo, Pasadena. I truly believe that what Blair Sailsbery has done... More

Everyone chose El Cholo on Western Ave, now that is the Original El Cholo full of all the history.I want people to experience El Cholo, Pasadena. I truly believe that what Blair Sailsbery has done for the El Cholo, Pasadena is fantastic! Once you have experienced the Pasadena El Cholo the original will be a memory. the ambience that is created in the Pasadena location always has you coming back for more. When you can go to a restaurant and feel so welcomed you know you will be a repeat customer. Pros: Original Restaurant, great Margaritas Cons: bad parking, older building
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El Cholo's margaritas have gone through at least 3 significant changes over the decades. Their early (50s-70s) versions were an outstanding blender version (I think the first to actually use an... More

El Cholo's margaritas have gone through at least 3 significant changes over the decades. Their early (50s-70s) versions were an outstanding blender version (I think the first to actually use an electric blender). Superb. Then they went through some changes. The new ones are tasty, but weak, usually served over "small" rocks (the early blended versions tended to sedimentize, which was okay; when they stopped putting real dried egg whites in and started using a commercial frother they tasted like soap). Pros: great food, good value, very good margaritas Cons: All parking bad, Valet parking, Streets dangerous
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The food at El Cholo's couldn't be more worst. I have given this place many chances and every time I come here the service and the food gets worst every time. They say they are famous for their... More

The food at El Cholo's couldn't be more worst. I have given this place many chances and every time I come here the service and the food gets worst every time. They say they are famous for their margaritas......I would say go to Don Cucos in Glendale or Burbank. Stay away!!!! You have been warned. Pros: nothing Cons: to many to list
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