I've visited El Moro in Mexico City quite a few times and couldn't be happier when I heard the news that they were coming to Echo Park. The Eastside location is just as fabulous and delicious as I remember. Amazing (and huge) churros, mini churro bites, and fabulous dipping sauces. My personal favorite sauces are the condensed milk and Nutella-like option. The service was excellent, and the outdoor patio is quite spacious and welcoming. Parking isn't amazing but well worth the extra steps. Can't wait for my next visit. read more

El Moro - Exterior - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wanted to love El Moro. A churro spot that's been going strong in Mexico City since 1935 had every reason to impress. The line out front looked intimidating at first but moved quickly, which was a nice surprise. The inside and patio are bright and lively, really fun atmosphere. But the churros were disappointing. They came out cold and were two very different sizes, which is awkward when you're sharing. I hate to say it but I've had better churros for less on Lorena St. in East LA. El Moro has the vibe, just not the churros to match it. read more

El Moro - Churro - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First LA location of a beloved churreria based out of Mexico City. The vibe here kind of gives a feeling of a nostalgic soda shop. They make fresh churros and also sell some dipping sauces. The fox here are very friendly as well. A friend and I were walking through the neighborhood and saw that there was zero line. We heard about the craziness of the lines at this place so we decided to get some churros since we definitely weren't gonna wait if there were huge lines. We split the order of four and got some dipping sauces as of 3/2026 an order of four is $11. When we got the order that could've fed four people; you get a lot of churro for your dollar here. They were tasty and the sauces were good as well. We got the chocolate and guava sauces Depending on day and time of the day, the parking in the area could get a little tricky. But we were able to find meter parking down the street for just visiting the neighborhood in general. read more

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This was my second time visiting El Moro in two weeks, which honestly says a lot considering I live out of town. The first time I discovered it was after visiting one of my favorite breweries, Monkish Brewing Co.. El Moro is nearby, and the look of the building immediately caught my attention. Once I walked inside and realized they specialized in churros, I was sold. I love churros, especially the ones at Disneyland, so I had to try this place. The menu has a ton of options. You can order churros individually, in sets, or as churro bites, and they also have several dipping sauces including cajeta, condensed milk, chocolate hazelnut, and guava. Beyond the churros, they offer a wide variety of drinks including Mexican hot chocolate styles like the Mexicano, Frances, Especial, Oaxaqueño, and champurrado. They also have coffee drinks like café de olla, cappuccinos, lattes, and Americanos, plus aguas frescas, milkshakes, tortas, and more. The first time I visited, I had churros with the Mexicano hot chocolate, and it was fantastic. The second time, my girlfriend and I both got churros again, and she ordered a hot café de olla while I tried the iced version. The hot version was definitely better and more flavorful, so I'd recommend sticking with the hot drinks if you can. Next time, I'm probably trying the champurrado. The atmosphere is also really nice. The restaurant has a clean white-and-blue aesthetic, the staff all wear uniforms, and everything felt clean and organized inside. It's honestly a really solid little date spot if you're in the area. Parking is manageable since there are parking lots nearby around Echo Park within a short walking distance. They also have a restroom available, though you'll need the code from the receipt or can just ask the staff for it. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend El Moro if you have a sweet tooth. Great churros, great drinks, cool atmosphere, and definitely somewhere I'll keep coming back to whenever I'm in LA. read more

El Moro - Menu - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

AMAZING AMAZING CHURROS! FOR SUCH A GREAT PRICE! If you can't tell, I loved these churros and will absolutely be returning next time I'm in Echo Park. It seemed like a popular spot with a line out the door, but the ordering process was smooth, and waiting for our order was very quick. We picked up 12 churros for $30, which I thought was a great deal (considering the churros I normally get are $5.75 each). They were very large, warm, and perfectly crispy, while still being soft on the inside. They had 5 dipping sauce options for $2; chocolate, caramel, nutella, condensed milk, and guava (seasonal flavor). Lots of seating both inside and outside. read more

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As a frequent traveler to Mexico City, I was so happy to see El Moro near me. I have also visited the one inside the market in Costa Mesa when they first opened, but let's be real. It's too far to go just for churros. Anyway, I drive down Sunset Boulevard a lot and saw that El Moro was under construction months ago. When I passed by after their grand opening, the line was way too crazy, and it was not worth waiting that long, to be honest. Finally got to pay a visit; no line. Just a few people before me. Though I had to wait about 10-15 minutes for my churro, I guess it isn't anywhere close to what it was when they first opened. I feel like the churros here are overcooked. It looks dry and tastes dry too. I've had this I don't know how many times in Mexico, but trust me, I had enough to tell the difference easily. The dips here look like they've been packaged individually by staff, whereas in Mexico, they already come out in a small square container kind of like the ones given at Chick-fil-A. But it is satisfying, especially when I am craving their guava dip. Guys, chocolate, condensed milk, caramel, or whatever else they have, try GUAVA. THIS should be the only dip you should try. I only get this one, and it hits the spot perfectly. So why three stars? It's so filthy! Sugar sprinkles literally everywhere: counters, condiments section, chairs, tables, floor, etc. It doesn't look clean at all. I don't remember seeing anything like this in Mexico. Even where they fry the churros doesn't seem too clean. It really bothers me that they don't do proper cleaning throughout the restaurant. But staff is friendly and tries to help you as soon as they possibly can. Everyone is smiling and seems to be happy to be there. read more

El Moro - 1 Churro and Guava Dip - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I don't understand the current rating of this place! 5 stars all around. There is so much seating and space, inside and out! The staff was very friendly and greeted us when we walked in. We opted for the miniature churros, and my fiance and I proclaimed that they were the perfect sharing size for the two of us! You get a lot of bang for your buck, the container was $6. We didn't try any of their dipping sauces and while I was sad about it in the moment, they didn't need them! I can't wait to come back and try more, the milkshakes looked so good. I do wish that their menu screens stayed up and didn't rotate with pictures, it took us longer to order than needed. Other than that though, no complaints. read more

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Attentive, engaging and friendly staff. Plenty of seating. Simple & clean interior. Churros were fresh, crispy and warm. Excellent treat for anytime. read more

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I've been following them for a while after they opened up their shop here, and was glad I finally got to try it. I thought that the churros were really good, not as warm as I would've liked. However, I would definitely go again and add a sauce which would enhance the taste in my opinion. read more

El Moro - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Been here a few times since it opened this past January and it just gets better each time. The line isn't insane like it once was, and the seasonal menu has gotten longer with items like the mango ice cream Consuelo. Churros are delicious and crisp and full of cinnamon sugar. The hot chocolates and cold drinks are all really good -- I particularly like the French chocolate and the passionfruit drink. read more

The hype and craze has died down and though they are still busy on the weekends, midweek it's a pretty short line and just a short wait to receive your order. The churros are pretty good and though they aren't as good of a deal when compared to the CDMX locations, it still scratches the itch, and is reasonably priced for LA. It's a fun spot for dessert after dinner or drinks in the area with some indoor seats and a good sized l, covered patio outside. read more

Pretty solid churro! I was honestly so impressed watching them make the churro through the glass window. We got 4 churros to share. Love that they came hot & fresh. I felt something was missing... so I had to run it back and get some more churros and try their dips. I got the chocolate, evaporated milk, and the cajeta (my fav!). Personally, I preferred it with the dips. Next time I want to try their ice cream sandwich! read more

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The best churros I've had since my childhood! I had been patiently waiting for this spot to open since last October and I'm thrilled to announce, that they did not disappoint. I ordered four churros, the horchata latte iced and the cafe de olla iced. Everything was delightful. The churros were soft, not too doughy and the cinnamon ratio was just right. They added an extra churro to our order which was a pleasant surprise. The iced coffees were excellent quality and filled with robust flavors. Check them out next time you are in the area! read more

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My nice neighbor gave me a nice sweet treat! Big bag of hot churros with different sauces: nutella, guacamole and condensed milk. Oh and a big cup of thick hot chocolateness. I prefer my churros lightly dusted these were drowned in cinnamon sugar. read more

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Yesterday I went to El Moro in Echo Park. Originally, I was planning to visit another coffee shop nearby, but when I arrived, the place was so small and there was no parking available. So I walked around and then found El Moro. It had parking and there were quite a lot of people there, which made me curious, so I decided to try it. This place is known for churros, but when I looked at the menu inside, I saw that they also serve Mexican food. I ordered an Asado and hot Americano. Later, since I was curious about the churros, I decided to try those as well. I noticed that all the dipping sauces cost $2, so before ordering the churros I asked if they had a dark chocolate dipping sauce. They said yes, so I went ahead and ordered the churros. For the Asado, My Mom didn't like it at all and said it didn't taste good, but I thought it was okay. The Americano coffee was very good -- it had a nice aroma and a rich flavor. The churros had a cinnamon flavor and were slightly sweet for my taste, but they were still delicious. One thing I noticed is that when you order dishes like Asado at most Mexican restaurants, sauces are usually included, but they charge $2 for the sauces here. We sat at an outdoor table, and one of the staff members was spraying and cleaning the table right behind us. At first, the smell of the cleaning spray was a bit unpleasant while we were eating. However, the smell disappeared quickly. The staff member was also very kind -- when I went inside to use the restroom or get napkins, he even opened the door for me. I think he was simply doing his job and trying to keep the tables clean. Even though the strong spray smell right next to us wasn't ideal at first, on the other hand I think that he was making an effort to keep the place clean. Overall, all of the staff members were very friendly, and It was good. read more

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What's all the hype about this place? I've had churros that I DoorDashed from a random shop near USC that were way better than the freshly fried churros at El Moro. Personally, I like my churros a bit thicker so the outside gets crispy while the inside stays soft and chewy. The churros at El Moro were too thin, so they completely missed that texture contrast. Honestly, if it weren't for the chocolate dipping sauce, I probably wouldn't have finished the churros. read more

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There's been a lot of buzz about this place, so we had to check it out. A lot of people do, apparently, so be prepared to wait. I guess it's worth it. The churros are perfect, although they have a little too much sugar and cinnamon sprinkled on them for my taste. I had to shake the excess off. We got some chocolate dipping sauce, which was a little cloying and waxy, so we didn't use much of it. Regardless, the churros themselves are worth the wait. And the place is bright and clean with crisp blue and white decor. read more

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I am a big fan of churros and of El Moro. I visited their Costa Mesa location and left a glowing 5 star review. I was ecstatic for this location to open! I wanted a couple of weeks after their grand opening to visit since I couldn't be bothered to wait for more than 30 minutes. I was wrong! I came on a Friday at 9:45pm and still had to wait an hour unfortunately. Once you order, it takes maybe 10 minutes to get your full order (maybe longer if you ordered something else other than churros). Churros: 5/5. Amazing. Light, soft, fluffy. Beautiful. Skip the sauces. The churros stand alone and don't need the extras. Torta (Al pastor): 2/5. This was very, very average and was the last thing to arrive for our order. Skip this, especially if you're in a rush. Bread was boring and room temp, meat was hardly flavored, and all around non cohesive. Horchata: 3/5. Hard to mess up horchatas, its basic ingredients. This one was pretty watered down though. Milkshake: 3/5. Also just the typical run of the mill. Parking is horrible. Given the demand, it's just not enough and people are parking in the neighborhood. When I went, I saw a LA parking enforcement car giving tickets. To circumvent this, come during off-peak times. All times on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are busy for now. In short, come for churros and hot chocolate maybe. Horchata is ok. Skip tortas. Come at random times during weekday to avoid the wait and rush. read more

El Moro - Churros - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The strawberry milkshake tastes like real strawberry, not syrup, so that's amazing. I would get that again for sure. The churros *are* a little overcooked, but still enjoyable. Lots of sugar/cinnamon that you *will* get all over you we ordered the 3 dips: cajeta (caramel), condensed milk and chocolate/hazelnut. They were all tasty but condensed milk may have been the best! Order at the counter and they call your name at the other end. Our order came out *really* fast. They have their assembly line down! Everyone was very friendly and there is a lot of space outside under their covered patio to sit as well as tables inside. It's a real nice spot to hang out. They have a clean, well lit restroom, and a frickin' *parking lot* of their own! Unheard of. read more

Had been waiting for El Moro to open since it was announced back in mid 2025. Unfortunately, prior to it's opening, I went to Mexico City and tried the original there. I'm Mexico City, really want impressed, so my expectations weren't very high heading to the one in Echo Park. First off, be aware that lives here can be long. There has been plenty of hype regarding El Moro opening, and lives can be up the street, and, after you order, you'll be standing around for a while waiting to be called. Unless you go during an off time, then your wait is much shorter. The being said, we had just finished dinner and we're heading home, so decided to stop by since it's close to where we live. The menu is pretty simple, and we got a couple churros. Honestly, my philosophy, you don't need dips for churros, the cinnamon and sugar, along with a good dough base, will be ah the flavor you need. Adding chocolate to dip it in just takes away from the Churro itself. In Mexico City we had dips and maybe that's what made it not as enjoyable. This time, without sauces to dip in, and just the curry by itself, they were very good. Good amount of cinnamon and sugar, crunchy on the outside, perfectly cooked on the inside. Just a great bite. Is it worth a 40 plus minute wait? I don't think I would wait. But they are delicious churros and you should try them (without sauces) when you get a chance! read more

El Moro - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ordered a vanilla consuelo and it was quite delicious, pretty shareable, and the service was nice. read more

El Moro - Ice cream - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went to El Moro on a weekday morning. I had heard that the loans were long when they first opened. Although the parking lot was full, I was able to find street parking easily. There was only one party in front of me. The space is good sizzled with plenty of seating inside and out. The waiting area is designed the best because everyone is waiting near the exit and trash can. The space itself is light and bright. I got a few churros and a Cafe de Olla. I realized that I don't like a spiced coffee, though it may appeal to someone else. The churros were freshly made and came out piping hot. They had a nice crispy crunch on the outside and softer dough on the inside. It hit the spot for me. They offer a variety of dips and hot chocolate, but I thought the sweetness of the churros were enough. I definitely will be returning. read more

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Unfortunately the wait in line is really long at the moment considering it just opened. It took about 25 minutes to get to the cashier. I'm not she what restaurant was before he but the was sitting indoor and outdoor. Currently not enough seats now but should have some available as it dies down. I ordered the 4 piece combos with the Mayan hot chocolate. I have caramel and lechera as dipping sauces. The churro was really good. It's best eaten fresh. The hot chocolate was also pretty thick but not overly sweet. Next time I'll try the other sauces like guava read more

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I've been once and I enjoyed it. I only got 1 churro the first time. Today I decided to try the hot chocolate and get more churros, obviously. The line is super long which is good for them but I wish it moved a little faster. 30 minutes in line and then another 5-10 to get your order is a lot. I think if they had a system where you could order while you're in line, the experience could be a little faster. There needs to be menus outside as well so that people can figure out what they want by the time they get to the register. If you're in a hurry, do not come here. You'll be frustrated and have wasted time. But if you really want a churro and some dipping sauces to choose from, come. Sadly, I wasn't able to get my churro or my hot chocolate because of my lunch was up and after 45 minutes of time, I still was not at the door to order today. I must have lucked out the first time. read more

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Yummy Churros! We loved the El Moro in Mexico City so when we seen this in LA we had to stop. It was pretty good, but I liked Mexico's better because they tasted fresher. Still a good place to stop for a sweet treat if you love churros like I do! They also had a really yummy strawberry shake that tastes like you are drinking a strawberry paleta! YUM! Quick with the order too! Seemed like a popular place to hang on a Friday night. read more

El Moro - El Moro wall outside - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

There's a nostalgia and aesthetic that comes with a business rooted in legacy. El Moro in Mexico City is that. The tiles from floor to ceiling, the secret recipe that makes a Moro churro unique, and naturally, el chocolate that's too sweet or just bitter right. But anticipating El Moro on Sunset is not that... Overpriced, and a churro that depends heavily on sugar is not the right choice. Franchise expansion is ruining what it stands for. Tried it and No Más. read more

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I thought this place was great and real neighborhood gathering spot. A great addition straight from Mexico City. Honestly, I thought it was great because I was eating dinner across the street and I just happened to finish there and walk across to El Moro exactly when the line had died down for a second so I really only had to wait 10 minutes. Normally the line goes waaay down the sidewalk. The best way I can describe this place is it is the In-N-Out of churros. They're just constantly making them. Are they the best churros in the world? I don't know. But they're great because of they are so popular they can't stop making them so the ones you get are always fresh. I even thought it was weird the way they dusted them with the sugar which was just with tongs just thrown over them very quickly. I was expecting some special dusting mechanism that evenly coated them but nope, it's just a guy with tongs throwing sugar on top of them. They're just normal churros; they're just always going to be hot and fresh. read more

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Quick easy and friendly service. Delicious churros and churro ice cream sandwiches. Got there right before the rush. There was a guitar duo outside that was very enjoyable. read more

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My friend and I stopped by on a Sunday around 6pm. The line wasn't too long even though we came a little after a Dodger game had just ended. There were a lot of people rocking their Dodger gear and enjoying their churros. We ordered two churros ($3 each) and an iced cafe de olla ($5 for a 16 oz). You can order dipping sauces like chocolate or condensed milk for an extra charge. The churros and the cafe de olla were both good! I wish the cafe de olla was a little sweeter. They have a few tables inside and more outside plus a small parking lot (around 6 spots). If you are in the area and craving churros it's worth checking out! read more

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An honest review - churros are mid, but the Oaxaqueno drink was spectacular. The wait was about 30 mins to order, and maybe 4-5 minutes to get the items. (On a Saturday at approximately 7:30pm) The menus are displayed on large TVs above the cashier but they're not set to one screen/menu. The screens alternate between menu and random pictures and logos, making it difficult to read and understand. We ordered two churros ($3 a piece), two dipping sauces ($2 a piece) and the vegan/non-dairy chocolate drink: Oaxaqueno for $5. Truly the churros were "mid," with one tasting a little like burnt oil. The dipping sauces didn't help either and at $2 a pop, it was just disappointing. The true star of the show was the chocolate drink. It had a lot of ice (but I don't mind, personally). It wasn't too sweet, you could definitely taste the chocolate, and it was very very refreshing. I will likely return (when the hype is finally over) and buy another drink. Churros are not worth the wait, people. Parking is horrendous - I have no true suggestions or tips besides good luck and bring some patience. read more

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Went early and very short line. Service was fast and friendly. Staff in the store are excellent. They did not have Mexicano when we went though :( Shared a combo with my wife and it was the perfect size morning start. Great fresh churros. The Nutella dip was a bit hard though so we would go with a different dip next time. Recommended if in the area, really quick right when they open! read more

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Great spot for churros! A singular churro is very long, so it's pretty filling and great to share. They offer a variety of dips too, my favorites are the chocolate and hazelnut. I like that this place stays open late in case you need a late night snack! There's a lot of seating on the patio and a small parking lot. read more

The churros are amazing - highly recommend the caramel dipping sauce. Not as crazy busy as when it first opened and there's a small parking lot attached. We'll be back!!! read more

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Fire churros & ice cream, great location to come to at night. Got 3 things all delicious. Two churro ice cream sandwiches which give you a huge portion. Freshly made churros with different dipping sauces. Had a Mango seasonal shake hit the spot oh yeah I'll be back El Moro. read more

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I'm sure it's busier later in the day but I went around noon for a mid day pick me up. I ordered the mini churros which come with a lot of cinnamon sugar. Almost way too much for my taste. But the churros were hot and crunchy. Really good. I had an iced Oaxaca chocolate with a shot of espresso. So good and I took a champurrado to go for my mom. They have a parking lot that has decent amount of parking and a huge outside patio to drink your coffee and enjoy your dessert. read more

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Churros: They definitely have mastered their technique of making these fresh hot, tasty and delicious churros. I love the variety of dips that are available. My family happened to get the condensed milk, caramel, and guava. I believe the seasonal flavor was supposed to be a mango. The cashier told me that there was no seasonal flavor available. There was a dip flavor that we did not get. It is chocolate and hazelnut. I figured that would be the same as getting Nutella. And for the fact that our family loves and uses Nutella fairly frequently. I felt like we should try the ones that we wouldn't typically have or use at home. The four piece churro was more than enough for the three of us. These churros are late and crispy. They are fried to perfection. They are freshly made and so, there was a tiny bit of a wait time between when we ordered our churros and when we received them. However, the weight is so short that it really takes no time at all, and you'll be enjoying your delectable treats within moments. Seating: seating is available both inside and outside on their patio. I love that they have this patio space. It makes it very comfortable for children and families to come and visit and to enjoy their treats. I can also very much appreciate the fact that the business keeps their patio and seating area inside very clean. I didn't have to worry about sitting on piles of cinnamon and sugar or trails of onions and meat from the tortas. Parking: This business is located on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Laveta. There's a tiny parking lot just behind the restaurant. Parking in the lot is free. There's street parking available as well. When it gets busy here, I can imagine that the parking lot feels a very quickly and that there's very little street parking. A lot of people just pick up their food items and leave. When we visited, parking was not an issue. I have to also mention that I really loved the artwork along the walls in the parking lot. Torta de pastor: My family and I got a torta. While the meat was flavorful, it was not exactly plentiful. It was inclusive of onion and cilantro. The bread was nothing special, unfortunately. It wasn't warm. It wasn't pressed like a Cubano. Obviously I was not expecting for the sandwich to be pressed or anything because then it wouldn't be a torta then it would be a cubano So, don't tear me a new one for that. It just didn't have any other special characteristics. I don't know exactly what else I was hoping for, but that just wasn't it. It didn't quite hit the spot. The sandwich itself is fairly small and could easily feed two. (See posted photos) read more

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I was driving down Sunset in Echo Park after picking up my son from school when we noticed the sign outside that said churros and chocolate. We looked at each other and immediately knew we had to stop. I was not very familiar with the drink menu since a lot of the drinks are traditional Mexican beverages, but Anna at the front counter was honestly the sweetest. She took the time to explain everything to us and even offered my son a sample to taste. That kind of genuine kindness really stuck with me. I also did not expect to find anything savory at a churro place, but we saw a combo on the menu that came with a torta, two churros, and a drink. We chose the pork torta and a strawberries and cream style drink. Everything was so good. The bread on the torta was incredibly soft, the pork was well marinated and full of flavor, and you could really tell they use quality ingredients. The churros were amazing too. We have actually come to like vegan churros even more because they stay soft longer, and these were perfect. Place is super clean and refreshingly cool inside for those hot afternoons sometimes. What started as a random stop driving through Echo Park turned into such a great little find. Between the food and how kind Anna was to us, we definitely found a spot we will be coming back to. Sometimes the best places are the ones you just stumble into. read more

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I love a good churro and this is a pretty good churro. The space itself is beautiful and you get to watch them make the churros right in front of you. So you can't argue they're not fresh! For me personally, I prefer a churro that's a little thicker. The flavor is solid but also felt a bit pricey for what it is. Like $2 for sweetened condensed milk on the side?! The cashier recommended that and it was a great recommendation taste-wise but not worth the cost in my opinion. The hot chocolate, on the other hand, was delicious and perfect for dipping. That being said, it was better as a dip for the churro than a drink. There was a wait when we went but it didn't bother me because they're making everything fresh. Overall, it feels worth the wait but not worth the price. read more

Delicious. We had the regular churros, no dipping sauces and they were great, even after sitting for a bit they still tasted good. So happy they are clear that the churros are vegan as a lot of place it's not clear if they use any butter or milk or eggs in their recipe. read more

Our last stop of the day, of course you can't forget about dessert. This place is famous in Mexico and I think it's the first US location. Parking can be quite tough so be prepared for that just due to the space in the surrounding area. Once you get in line as the line was kept out the door to ensure people inside weren't crammed in, you get great service. Very well lit interior and there is a window for you to see the whole process going down. They make the churros in a big wheel and cut them in portions based on your order size. We went with the 4 pack but added a single one on the side just in case. We got some chocolate dipping sauce, milk, and Mexican hot chocolate to pair with it. Pro tip, dipping the churro in the hot chocolate was way better than the chocolate dipping sauce. They also had live music outside on our visit which was a plus. I want to say there are 4.5 stars, but again, the app doesn't let me give that option. If in the area, definitely come here for your churro fix read more

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