El Cholo Cafe

anekab 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Good, but not impressed – I had high expectations of this restaurant. As a lifelong resident of Los Angeles, I've heard wonderful things about El Cholo. When this location opened up closer to my home, I decided to finally give it a try. I have to say, I think my expectations got the better of me. I was a little disappointed in the flavor of the food, in the pricing of the food and in the service. The food was definitely fresh and presented well. Unfortunately it seems a little flavorless. The service was generally friendly b... read more

mikeinpasadena 

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20 years ago

Pasadena favorite Mexican Restaurant?, Nope – This is a big busy Mexican Restaurant. The location is convenient, The Margaritas are nice, but it goes down hill from there. Unfortunately, the menu is long on the history of the restaurant, but very short on selection. It is Mexican Food after all, so having a wide selection is possible, but based on the limited selection and the tasteof the food, I fear that this Mexican food is made some where else and reheated at the restaurant. The Guacamole, made at your table is a nice to... read more

gvasquez 

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20 years ago

Great Mexican Cuisine! – I come here often. The food is exquisite and the waiters are great. They are always making sure you are ok. The drinks are delicisious and the Bartender really hooks you up. You have to be here to believe it. 

zamboni071 

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20 years ago

Okay.. – This place is more bells and whistles than anything else. I've been to the El Cholo in Los Angeles but this one was just not the same. There was something about my food that made it seem as if manufactured on an assembly line. The texture of the tamale was as if previsously frozen and popped in the microwave and tops with some sauce. I was also disappointed with the quality of their taco. Instead of the traditional folded taco, they service up these things that look like taquitos but half the size. They do serve a G... read more

intlfoods 

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20 years ago

The right joint for the right crowd... – ...that is if you don't have the slightest idea and taste in food. You are what you eat, I found out when I first came here. There was absolutely NOTHING on the menu, except for the $$$ symbol all over it. I couldn't even enjoy the drinks because the food had done it for me. I love Mexican food and this restaurant's great (decore wise), but not a great place to enjoy the food. If you're completely lost and the choice you've made are based on observation, not word of mouth, then you ar... read more

canadamo 

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21 years ago

Over-rated – The service was incredibly slow, the food was cold...the margarita was GREAT!!!!!!!!! The decor is quaint and the patio is protected from most of the elements. I hate valet parking when there is a lot provided by the restaurant, the only other option was the street. 

Ghost_Town_Monster 

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23 years ago

Margaritaville – they have a very nice bar, with a good selection of Margaritas, which were very good. but the food was nothing but average, a few things you don't see very often, green corn tamales ,and such. But I have had better food from little 'Mom n' Pop' places.... 

Norcal26 

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23 years ago

Don't expect Paella or Tapas – The sign outside says a "Spanish Cafe," but the food they serve is Mexican - and its only average. Atmosphere and value are two things this restaurant does have going for it. It is a Spanish style building with decent patio seating and a waiting staff in semi-authentic dress, and most items on the menu are relatively inexpensive.