Menu
El Cholo brings a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine to Los Angeles with a diverse menu offering delivery, takeout, and catering options. The restaurant boasts vegan and limited vegetarian choices, making it inclusive for all diners. The famous Margaritas are a must-try for those over 21, and the Antojitos selection includes classics like Guacamole Molcajete Style and Carmen's Original Nachos. Sopas and Ensaladas feature hearty options like Tortilla Soup and Mexican Chopped Salad. Customers rave about the fresh and delicious food, highlighting the friendly staff, festive atmosphere, and quick service. El Cholo's long-standing reputation and commitment to quality make it a must-visit for those craving traditional Mexican flavors.
Margaritas El Cholo's World Famous (Must be 21 to Purchase)

El Cholo's World Famous Margarita
Contains alcohol. Our classic recipe made with 1800, Cointreau, and or our craft in-house mix. Serving 8 oz. pour to be served over rocks in your favorite pint glass. Must be 21 to purchase.
Guacamole Molcajete-Style
2007. Served with authentic bowl for you to mix and mash.
Aged Cheese Quesadilla
Grilled in a handmade flour tortilla.
Sonora-Style Nachos
1983. Frijoles, tomato salsa, sour cream and guacamole.
Carmen's Original Nachos
1959.
Fiesta Platter for 2
1995. Crab and beef taquitos, nachos, quesadillas, chimichangas, guacamole and sour cream.
Fiesta Platter for 4
1995. Crab and beef taquitos, nachos, quesadillas, chimichangas, guacamole and sour cream.
Chicken Chimichanga Appetizer
1967. Crisp flour tortilla, chicken and jack cheese.
Taquitos
Choice of beef or chicken. Served with avocado salsa.
Guacamole
made fresh throughout out the day with Haas avocados
Handmade Flour Tortilla
1923.
Antojitos

Sopas and Ensaladas

Tortilla Soup
1991. Avocado, grilled chicken. cheese, roasted poblano chile with strips of tortilla.
Joe's Traditional Albondigas Soup
1923.
Felix's Caesar Salad
1991.
Spicy Ceviche Tostada Salad
2006. Shrimp, scallops, citrus marinade and extra virgin olive oil.
Caesar Salad Entree with Chicken
Side Felix Caesar Salad
Mexican Chopped Salad
2019. Romaine Lettuce, Kale, Roasted Corn, Avocado, Jicama, Black Beans, Tortilla Strips, Citrus VinaigretteNO SUBSTITUTIONS
Southwest Chicken Tostada Salad
Blackened chicken, black beans, queso fresco, avocado and pepita cilantro vinaigrette.
Green Corn Tamales - Available Now
Corn off the cob, cheddar cheese and ortega chile steamed in its own husk, beans and rice.
Burrito Dorado
Chile con carne, beans, rice, cheddar cheese, tomato salsa, sour cream and guacamole.
Chicken Chimichangas
Crisp flour tortilla, guajillo chicken, poblano chile and guacamole.
Chile Con Carne
1923. Tender beef, traditional chile sauce, Tortilla and guacamole.
Carne Asada
1984. Angus New York steak, pico de gallo and guacamole.
Filet Mignon Tacos
2009. Three handmade corn tortillas with molcajete salsa and cilantro rice.
Tres Tacos Al Carbon
1990. Marinated top sirloin with bacon, Jack cheese and tomatillo-chipotle salsa.
Chicken Burrito Dorado
Comidas Especiales

Fajitas

Steak Fajitas
Tender strips of marinated steak sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas.
Chicken Fajitas
Delicate chunks of chicken sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas.
Shrimp Fajitas
Our house specialty! Sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas.
A Fresh Vegetable Medley Fajitas
Sauteed fresh vegetable medley. With flour or corn tortillas.
#1 Cheese Enchilada and Rolled Beef Taco
#2 Cheese Enchilada and Chile Relleno
#3 Cheese Enchilada and Tamale
#4 Two Cheese Enchilada
#5 Chile Relleno and Rolled Beef Taco
2 Enchilada Combo
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
A Taste of History
Cheese enchilada, rolled beef taco, chile relleno and roasted pork tamale. Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Cheese Enchiladas with Extra Cheese Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Chicken Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Shredded Beef Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Pork Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Ground Beef Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
#6 Choice of One
Combinaciones

Tacos

Mahi Mahi
Pan seared Mahi Mahi, shredded cabbage and crema fresca.
Carnitas
Slow-roasted pork and escabeche onions
Kids' Cheese Enchilada
Kids' Quesadilla
Kids' Bean & Cheese Burrito
Kids' Chicken Nuggets
Kids' Meals

Enchiladas

Blue Corn Chicken Enchilada
1985. Tomatillo salsa verde, sour cream and avocado garnish.
Sonora-Style Enchilada
1923. First enchilada served at El Cholo. Layered corn tortillas, simmered chicken, salsa roja, salsa verde, and fried egg.
Crabmeat Enchilada
1971. Jalapeno-cilantro pesto sauce, sour cream and avocado.
Annie's Early California Enchilada
1992. Mixed garden vegetables, spinach, corn, sauteed mushrooms and crushed pecans.
Enchiladas Mariscos
1999. Lobster, scallops, shrimp, Jack cheese and chipotle cream sauce.
Santa Barbara Enchilada
1995. Shrimp, chicken, sauteed mushrooms, onions, guajillo chile salsa and Jack cheese.
Enchilada Suiza
Breast of chicken, light salsa verde, sour cream, beans and rice.
Cheese Enchilada, Rolled Beef Taco, Chile Relleno and Pork Tamale
Served with Spanish rice and refried beans.
A Taste of History

A la Carte and Sides

Side of Rice
Side of Mixed Greens Salad
Side of Refried Pinto Beans and Rice
Side of Black Beans and Rice
Side of Refried Pinto Beans
Side of Black Beans
Pint of Salsa
Side of Cheese
Side of Jalapenos
Side Tomatillo Salsa
Side Pico de Gallo Salsa
Side Sour Cream
4 Corn Tortillas
Side Chicken Breast
Bean and Cheese Burrito a la Carte
Side of Guacamole
Small Bag of Chips
Pint of Guacamole
Chicken Enchilada A La Carte
Flan
Bag of Praline Cookies
Desserts

Beverage

Soda Can
Catering Caesar Salad Tray
Serves 8-10 people. Add Chicken Breast $15.00.
Catering Southwest Salad Tray
Blackened chicken, black beans, avocado, and cilantro vinaigrette. Serves 8-10 people.
Catering Taquitos Tray
15 beef, chicken or crab taquitos. Select only one flavor. Serves 8-10 people appetizer.
Catering Chicken Chimichangas Tray
20 half size chimichangas. Serves 8-10 people appetizer.
Catering Cheese Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas.
Catering Shredded Chicken Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas.
Catering Shredded Beef Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas.
Catering Taco Tray
Twenty Shredded Chicken, Shredded Beef, or Pork Carnitas tacos. For Grilled Chicken Breast or Grilled Steak, add $10.00. Includes Corn or Flour tortillas, lettuce, and pico de gallo. Tacos are unassembled. Serves 8-10 people.
Catering Tamales
Serves 10 tamales.
Catering Fajitas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. Choice of beef, chicken, shrimp or veggie fajitas. Includes 20 flour tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese.
Catering Tray of Beans
Serves 8-10 people.
Catering Tray of Rice
Serves 8-10 people.
Catering el Cholo Combination Dinner for 15-20
Includes a tray of Caesar salad, 20 cheese enchiladas, and choice of shredded chicken, shredded beef, ground beef or pork carnitas tacos. Also includes tortillas, lettuce, pico de gallo, chips, salsa, refried beans, and rice.
Catering Trays
