If you around the area, live around here or just passing by, you have to try El Grullense food. I have been coming here for over 20years, great service, great people, food is great, my favorite is the Quesadilla de Carnitas plate. See picture. Small inside, but nice authentic decoration. Only downside is the loud music from their jukebox. Food 5 out of 5 Service 5 out of 5 Overall: 5 out of 5 read more

El Grullense - Quesadilla de Carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our favorite burrito place.. We keep on coming back here for their burrito and horchata.. It's far coz we're living outside dtla but worth the drive.. Thank you Douglas. The place is clean and organize. read more

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This spot is DELICIOUS! I'm not even exaggerating when I say this. I am a VERY PICKY eater and I ordered 2 carnitas tacos and they were FULL OF FLAVOR. To my liking! Adrian helped me and his service was on point. Will be coming back again. read more

El Grullense - Tacos de carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have been going to this little spot for YEARS. Recently they changed owners, food quality has gone down prices have gone up. Sad too see one of my favorites go down so quickly. I don't plan on returning. read more

Been going here for 13 years or longer best tacos hands down ! I love a carnitas and my wife favors the pastor

New owner !!!!! Burritos are not the same :( Food is not good anymore Cash or Zelle only ! read more

This little place is AMAZING every single time. I've been fortunate to have been returning here for almost 20 years. The food here is consistent. The burritos and tacos along with the meats inside are all tender and tasty. But get this, they also serve crazy good soups/ caldos. Beef or chicken depending on what day of the week. Their salsas are a completely satisfying addition to the meals. The salsa are tasty and spicy in that order. They are perfect for all they have to offer from burritos to sopes to quesadillas. If your in mid town LA, slightly west of downtown, don't hesitate to stop at this authentic eatery. Parking is on the street or in the lot on the east side of the building. Yes, the music comes on a little loud about every five minutes but that's part of the authenticity. Thank you Grullense for the years of more than satisfying food. I'll be returning for years more. read more

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I found this place by search for great tacos on Yelp. I got a few carne asada tacos and a pastor taco. They were quite reasonably priced at $2.50 each. The flavors of both meats were delicious. However, the asada was super dry and grainy. The pastor was fine. read more

El Grullense - three tacos on a paper plate - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best Taqueria in LA hands down!!! This is a LA classic that is my secret spot for the top tacos in town.

Love this place hands-down one of the best authentic Mexican restaurants in Los Angeles right across from where I get my nails done I'm hooked. They also serve bomb burritos and tasty tortas too! But for me tacos are my fave read more

El Grullense - Chicken taco with all the extras - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I eat from here really often. Close to once a week. I should start exploring their menu more as I only seem to get burritos, tortas and tacos here. I haven't had all the meats, but they have a really solid, well seasoned carne asada. I also like tripa tacos from here, which you should order crispy/well done. Their pastor isn't bad, but I hardly ever order it. They make a really saucy pastor that gets messy, which some people prefer. The milanesa torta is a solid 8/10 too. Their only shortcoming is their corn tortillas. Not awful or anything, just, could be better. read more

Best taco and burrito fair prices and good taste. Adrian the cook and everyone else very friendly.

Oh my god!!! I ordered the carne asada tacos for 1.50 each and they were aaaamazing! The place looks a little sketchy, but you will not regret it! Lots of tender juicy beef, no fat, cilantro, onions, and red sauce. Better than king taco by yards.They also give you pickled carrots and peppers. I want some more now. read more

El Grullense - Carney asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great food! Made until you order, and tastes authentic. Love the asada tacos, and their burritos. Great to order ahead, or for delivery as well!! read more

I happened upon El Grullense somewhat by chance, and I'm extremely happy I did. It's one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Los Angeles, hands down. I only had one item here, but it's absolutely amazing here: the carne asada tacos. It came with the classic fixings of onion, cilantro, and two choices of salsa (a red which was spicy and a green which was medium). The meat was the perfect consistency and flavorful as can be; it ranks among the best carne asada tacos I've ever had. The prices are also phenomenal, with each taco resting at $1.50. The indoor area is small, but there's enough seating available to snag a seat. You can also order at the outside takeout window for quicker ordering. Again, I'd just like to reiterate that if you're reading this, you should get up and go to El Grullense immediately. read more

El Grullense - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This small establishment has been in business ever since I can remember back in 1990 and been going there ever since, their plates are pretty simple and yet very delicious, their meat hasn't changed since that time and it tastes amazing, their tortas are simple but also very delicious.... read more

I absolutely love this place it is my #1 taco spot in Los Angeles! I have been coming to this location for years thanks to an Ex-boyfriend shout to you lol! Anyways, these taco's right here are BOMB.com and not to mention that special red sauce that is spicy and just freaking amazing!!! I can literally have one sauce for each taco.They give you a good amount of meat every single time and the taste has never changed so far throughout the 7 years I have came to this place. Love their onions and carrots too! This place is not for the faint hearted nor for everyone. It is a hole in the wall for a reason so don't expect no 5 star service or top notch hygiene, but that's because tacos are just tacos and what I mean by that is, I do not believe that Mexico uses gloves for tacos?! Not sure , but don't quote me on it either. All I want to review is how I love this place and hope that fellow taco fan eaters love it too! read more

El Grullense - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ordered delivery through yelp. Wow! Food was great. 2 asada tacos 2 tripa tacos (requested well done/crispy) 1 asada burrito 1 legua taco 1 asada sopes (all with red salsa) My new fav: tripas! This will be my new go to mex place for delivery from now on. read more

This it THE SPOT. I stopped by tonight and we got the chicken tacos and they were absolutely divine. We got the chicken tacos and they were some of the best tacos I've ever had. I usually like my hot sauce to be hot, and their verde isn't really spicy but it definitely leaves a burning (in a good delicious way) sensation afterwards. Parking was a bit difficult. We just parked outside in the yellow and ran in to grab tacos but it's a very crowded area. The tacos were ready quickly. read more

Its ok when there is no other place available. Carrots are enormous but hard jalapeños look old. Takos are just om. The place needs some TLC, seems to be neglected. Will i go back again? I dont think so. Ponganse las pilas paisas!! read more

El Grullense - Not the greatest presentation, hard carots - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I love it here all the workers are so kind and it's so quick to get food I love them and food is so fresh

If you're squeamish about sketchy neighborhoods, worry about the ambiance of a restaurant more than the taste of the food...... this ain't your place! If it's all about the food? come check these guys out and have a few tacos! along with some live entertainment http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Xi_Vy7o_zixMFb21vH0tDw?select=6ewBcn0FQ_fiTDOiW0Jknw Nothing like eating some good tacos and listening to Ramon Ayala Live http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWVf_850_Wo clavado en este rincon como tu clavastes a mi corazon estos tragos que tomo yo son pura tristeza y son mi dolor te fuiste no se por que yo se que me querias y se que me adorabas por si acaso quieres regresar te voy a esperar te voy a esperar tragos de amargo licor que no me hacen olvidar y me siento como un cobarde que hasta me pongo a llorar te fuiste no se por que yo se que me querias y se que me adorabas por si acaso quieres regresar te voy a esperar te voy a esperar tragos de amargo licor que no me hacen olvidar y me siento como un cobarde que hasta me pongo a llorar So yeah now about the tacos, I ordered four different (close ups came out too dark to post) Tacos - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/Xi_Vy7o_zixMFb21vH0tDw?select=HBLUXjrBU4gfUYlXqf22pQ Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Carnitas y Chorizo Carne Asada - Tender and very flavorful, tortillas and salsa were good 4.5-Star Al Pastor - While I see no trompo here, the meat was cooked nicely and had a slight pineapple flavor, they must use pineapple juice in the marinade. 4-Stars Carnitas - Yeah this little piggy was full of flavor! 5-Stars Chorizo - (pork) Cooked wonderfully and lots of flavor. 5-Stars This place is legit, come check them out!..... read more

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The tacos and burrito were both really good, not the greatest but really good. read more

El Grullense - JAN2014 - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is literally my favorite Mexican restaurant to eat at in LA. AI usually get the Cabeza tacos or burritos, its so mouth watering and tender, and the pickles veggies TO DIE FOR !!! If that not enough to make your mouth water the green salas and red salsa together on any of their dishes is a treat for your taste buss that completes the meal. I've never had anything disappointing from them and their delivery is always on time. read more

Very small place but their food is amazing!!!! Meat just melt in your mouth. And prices are good. I love it

I like allot of things in here I've tried their torta their tacos and their burritos my favorite is the red sauce it's so good if you like spicy sauce this one is good and their horchata is the best. read more

My new found hidden gem for Mexican food!!! I can't express enough about how bomb this place is for their torta, steak sandwich, and their burrito. This place is definitely a must try and definitely a keeper in my books! read more

great place thank you food has good flavor and their breakfast burritos are great. read more

Best Carne Asada Burrito. Simple, flavorful and delicious. Always taste consistently good. The meat doesn't have chunks of fat. It's not greasy. Tacos de Asada are super good too. The carrots and salsas are very flavorful. Good price for the food. read more

I love this place! I've been a customer for 32 years. The food is delicious. And the menudo perfect for a hangover.

I just love the food,and noticed not many people leaving a review,so yea.. It's the bomb.

Bomb tacos: meat al pastor. I usually upgrade to the burrito al pastor however since the meat is SO DELICIOUS. I then go all in with yet another taco al pastor because it's that good! They also sell Mexican Coca Cola in medio litro to wash down the helpings. The people who work there are super efficient and friendly. They also now take ATM cards. Some people have commented that the food is so so. Well, I noticed they only got the chicken tacos. If being in our part of town makes you feel the neighborhood is 'sketchy' (stupid comment made by some LA transplant CAN'T STAND YOU PEOPLE), then please do us all a favor and stay your ass on the Westside and don't venture east of Robertson. For everyone else who isn't intimidated or doesn't believe in stereotypes and wants great tasting food at more than reasonable prices El Grullense is the spot. Don't like the music or 'sketchy' scene, please stay away. Your absence would be GREATLY appreciated. read more

Only in LA could my Filipina friend introduce me to a Mexican place across from her home many years ago. Everyone comes here. After much important and time consuming research conducted here, let me tell you: this is as legit as it gets people. Authentic Mexican people making authentic Mexican food. The tacos, burritos, tortas, quesadillas and just about everything else are good. They make their own salsas, pickle their own jalapeños and carrots and the guys who work here are always nice. Even their aguas are good. My personal favorite is the Jamaica (it's not too sweet) but the horchata is great too, if you're into that muddy water I guess. I'd rather give them my money than King Taco or El Taurino, both of which who are down the street from El Grullense. If you know me, you know the passionate hate I possess for Taurino. Anything to drive those greedy SOBs outta business. So go ahead and tell all your friends! This secret wasn't going to stay secret for too long anyway. read more

Seriously the best Carne Asada Tacos/Burritos you'll have in life. I work with a Mexican dude, and he even thinks these are the best tacos he's eaten. Hole in the wall, in the ghetto, but great food. You can park your car in the adjacent market parking lot. read more

I figured by the looks of this somewhat run-down looking taco shack that it would be a solid choice for some authentic Mexican food, but I was stunned into taco worship when I tried this place. When I go to a taco stand or truck for the first time, I usually order different kinds of tacos, just to get an idea of where their strengths are. At El Grullense I tried carne asada, carnitas, al pastor, cabeza, and lengua. The lengua was the only disappointment--not because it was bad, it actually had great flavor, but it just wasn't amazing like all the others, and I've had better at Cactus. As for the rest of the meats, across the board they were juicy, tender, flavorful. The horchata was horchata, decent, nothing spectacular, but essential with the tacos. I returned the next day and got a burro with carnitas. Burrito worship ensued. This place is amazing and deserves all five stars. I'm ecstatic to have found a new go-to taco place down the block from my new apartment so quickly. Also--kudos to the first reviewer and all, but I don't really consider its location ghetto. Maybe the neighborhood looked different last year, or maybe 'cause I'm from a city and my idea of "ghetto" is, well, really ghetto, I have no problem walking here at night by myself. read more

Not as bright or clean as King Taco down the street, but the cabeza burrito was superb ($4.75). Juicy, hot, just yum all over. It was definitely something out of an old dusty cowboy town in Mexico. With a huge jukebox that takes up 1/10 of the space in the whole joint. Old faded photos/posters of bullfights plaster the walls. The 3 guys that work there are super busy running around making food, taking money, and cleaning up trays but they are cute about it. Highly recommended. read more

We are loyal customers in here since 2005..we discovered the place when me and my sister were just taking the bus around LA metro. The food is great! the best beef burrito I ever had.The food's quality is consistent.We're very satisfied customers...as they always say a restaurant that doesn't serve real good food will not last years in the business...they serve food in LA for more that 20 years...you should try their food...It's really good! read more

Tripe burrito - one of the best burritos I've ever had. Ask for it crispy. Everything else I had ranged from good to great. New favorite LA Mexican read more

The food here is awesome! The carne asada, pollo, pastor, lengua, carnitas, and cabeza are all very good. There sauces are also very good. Only thing that may be if concern that there is not a whole lot of space for groups. Overall it's a hidden gem. Enjoy~ read more

El Grullense - My personal taco sampler! - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good local spot. I didn't find myself in Taco Heaven as a previous reviewer did, but it was homey, open late, delicious, and great. The Horchata, was, amazing!! read more