Harvard Heights, Los Angeles
Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.
“Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.”
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Visit El Cholo - The Original at 1121 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006 or call (323) 734-2773. Today's posted hours: Monday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Served in an Authentic Bowl for You to Mix and Mash
Grilled in a Handmade Flour Tortilla (with Beef, Roasted Pork or Chicken, add - 2.00)
Frijoles, Tomato Salsa, Sour Cream Guacamole
Crab and Beef Taquitos, Nachos, Quesadillas Chimichangas, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Crab and Beef Taquitos, Nachos, Quesadillas Chimichangas, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Crisp Flour Tortilla, Chicken and Jack Cheese
Chicken, Beef or Crab, Avocado Salsa
1/2 portion
(First Enchilada served at El Cholo) Layered Corn Tortillas, Simmered Chicken, Salsa Roja, Salsa Verde, Fried Egg
Jalapeño-Cilantro Pesto Sauce, Sour Cream Avocado
Breast of Chicken, Light Salsa Verde, Sour Cream
Tomatillo Salsa Verde, Sour Cream and Avocado Garnish
Mixed Garden Vegetables, Spinach, Corn, Sautéed Mushrooms, Crushed Pecans
Shrimp and Chicken, Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions, Guajillo Chile Salsa, Jack Cheese
Lobster, Scallops and Shrimp, Jack Cheese, Chipotle Cream Sauce
(A new menu addition in honor of our 100th year!) Slow Braised Shredded Chicken, Jack Cheese Roasted Chile and Chocolate Mole
Avocado, Grilled Chicken, Cheese, Roasted Poblano Chile with Strips of Tortillas.
Avocado, Grilled Chicken, Cheese, Roasted Poblano Chile with Strips of Tortillas.
Romaine, Kale, Roasted Corn, Avocado, Jicama, Black Beans, Tortilla Strips, Citrus Vinaigrette
Blackened Chicken, Black Beans, Queso Fresco, Avocado, Pepita Cilantro Vinaigrette
All Combination Plates served with Spanish Rice and Refried Beans. To add Chicken, Roasted Pork or Beef, add $2 per Enchilada. Substitute Green Corn Tamale, add 75¢
(Available May through October)
Crisp Flour Tortilla, Guajillo Chicken, Poblano Chile and Guacamole
Chile con Carne, Beans, Rice, Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Salsa, Sour Cream and Guacamole
Tender Beef, Traditional Chile Sauce, Tortillas and Guacamole
Angus New York Steak, Pico de Gallo and Guacamole
Marinated Top Sirloin, Bacon, Jack Cheese, Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa
Blackened Mahi Mahi, Handmade Corn Tortillas, Shredded Cabbage and Chipotle Aioli
Three Handmade Corn Tortillas, Molcajete Salsa and Cilantro Rice
Roasted Pork, Fresh Avocado Relish, Escabeche Onions and Choice of Tortillas
Sautéed with Fresh Vegetables, served on a Sizzling Skillet
Daily until 4pm
Choice of Two: Cheese Enchilada, Chile Relleno, Tamale or Taco, Served with Caesar Salad
Tomatillo Slasa, Shredded Chicken, Crema Fresca, Black Beans & Rice
Roasted Pork, Black Beans & Rice, Oaxaca Cheese, Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa, Avocado
Avocado Salsa, Pico de Gallo, Queso Fresco, with Black Beans & Rice
Our Worl Famous Recipe Since 1967. on the Rocks in a Pint Glass
Cuervo Tradicional, Herradura Silver, & a Float of Don Julio Añejo
Patron Silver, Patron Citronage Orange & Fresh Lime Juice
Blended, Served in an Old-Fashioned Margarita Glass, Toasted Coconut Rim
1800, Sauza Conmemorativo, Herradura Silver & Cointreau, Hand Shaken & Served Up
Don Julio Silver, Fresh Lime Juice & Don Julio 1942 Float One of a Kind Presentation
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El Cholo - The Original is in Harvard Heights, Los Angeles. If you're getting your bearings, it is in Harvard Heights, near Western & 11th, and close to 906 South Crenshaw.
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near Western & 11th
a short walk away
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close to 906 South Crenshaw
0.8 miles away