El Cholo

restaurant

A century-old Mexican institution serving heritage combo plates and celebrated filet mignon tacos across from L.A. Live.

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Description

Running as a multi-generational family-owned brand, this Downtown spot sits directly across from Crypto.com Arena. Beyond traditional Mexican cooking, its history includes notable regional milestones, having been credited with popularizing nachos in Southern California in 1959 and pioneering premium tequila margaritas.


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