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El Cholo Cafe

1025 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 899-1106
elcholo.com
3.5 star rating based on 46 reviews
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Hours
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11am-9pm  
Status: Closed  
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tel: (310) 899-1106

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El Cholo Cafe

Classic LA Mexican Restaurant

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El Cholo has been in LA forever; it's an institution. Although this branch isn't as famous as the Western Ave. one, it still captures that fun, festive feeling. Although the food is good, the bar and margarita experience is what you come for. El Cholo is great for families with young children, parties or dates. The staff is great.
Posted by Erron Silverstein on November 11, 2006

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The small El Cholo restaurant chain is a local fixture with a reputation for great Mexican food and a loyal following to back it up. The Salisbury family, who have owned and operated El Cholo since 1927, opened the newest location in Santa Monica, bringing an Eastside favorite to the Westside. This El Cholo serves up the same great cheese enchiladas, beef tacos, chile rellenos and tamales in an... more
Posted by latimesguide on May 02, 2008

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Kitschy decor, standard Mexican fare and margaritas with a kick.
Posted by Citysearch on January 11, 2007

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You can get food delivered by calling L.A. Bite at (310) 441-2483, but you'll pay a delivery fee. For takeout, call the restaurant to order.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

Parking

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Leave your car with the valet for $3.50, or try your luck with metered street parking.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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Kitschy decor, standard Mexican fare and margaritas with a kick.

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The Scene A faux roof made of tile, decoratively carved wood booths, and crookedly hung pictures of the owners' family make it apparent that minimalism is not the theme here. Nevertheless, the come-as-you-are vibe is ideal for large groups of friends. Boisterous conversations result from rather stiff, tasty margaritas, delivered by a hardworking, efficient staff. The... more
Posted by Allison Austin on April 21, 2009, (Edited October 15, 2006)

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Uncomforting comfort food cooked with no love, served in a smelly dining room by waitresses with ridiculous costumes. Regulars to this place must be easy to please.
Posted by turkeydan on April 21, 2009, (Edited February 13, 2009)

Best Mexican in LA/Santa Monica

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I'm a huge mexican food fan and have tried almost all mexican restaurants in la & santa monica. This is by far my favorite spot. Great margaritas (and variety), great food (my fave is the fajitas) and love the down to earth & traditional atmosphere.

Also, cheap valet ...but it does get full fast ...

Pros

+ Great food, great margaritas, great spot

Cons

- valet gets filled up fast... come... more
Posted by Artex on April 21, 2009, (Edited January 28, 2009)

Love the salsa!

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This place is my home away from home. Great food, great service and great cocktails.
I love sitting outside on their small patio and in their huge bar lounge area. Great for a fun date or bring the whole family. Mixed crowd. MUST try their fresh lime margaritas.
All natural and better calories for you.

Pros

+ Fresh lime margaritas, great lounge area, parking

Cons

- Small out-side patio
Posted by CynMcKeever on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 16, 2008)
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