Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    El Moro

    3.8 (253 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Loading...

    El Moro Photos

    Business Info

    EL MORO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - El Moro

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Aly A.

    The churros were SO good! They were made fresh right in front of you, and they were warm, crispy, and delicious. I also thought it was such a fun touch that they had blue powder for the Dodgers game. The whole experience was great, and I would definitely come back for these churros again. I really loved how fresh everything was, and watching the churros being made right in front of us made it even better. The blue Dodgers powder was such a cute and fun addition, especially for game day. Definitely worth trying if you're in the area .

    Welcome to El Moro. #eachopark
    Carl N.

    El Moro Churreria is a churro shop originated in Mexico City and opened a new location in California, USA. It's hype is all gone like any new grand opening of a business. I waited for it to die down because the snake lines were very discouraging just for a sugared churro sweet. C'mon!! I went early morning to give it a try. It was banal sugared Churro; nothing special about it besides the very expensive price, nice seats and vibe. It's no better than the churros being sold on carts in the subway or at farmers market. Street parking in the area is troublesome. Staff were nice and professional. Overall, this was just an over inflated churro shop. I would NOT recommend but good enough for a one time visit.

    Austin W.

    After my friends and I wrapped up at Monkish Brewery down the street, we decided to walk around the neighborhood and stumbled upon El Moro. At 5:30 p.m. on a Sunday evening, there wasn't an especially long line to order and we waited only about five minutes for us to receive our order. The first time I had El Moro was during a visit to Mexico City and those churros were seriously life changing. I was giddy with excitement to see that they now had a location in LA. My friends and I ordered four churros for $11 and a side of their chocolate hazelnut dip for another $2. I would definitely recommend one churro per person. The churros here come piping hot, and are immediately dipped in a coating of cinnamon sugar soon after they're deep fried. These are so good on their own, you honestly don't even need a dip on the side to add more sweetness. In fact, you may want to consider ordering a black coffee to enjoy with your churro. The outside of the churro is as crispy as it gets, and the inside is fluffy like a donut. Not a thing I would change about these delicious bites of fried goodness. If you're in this part of town, definitely do yourself a favor and grab a churro from El Moro.

    Menu
    Claudia S.

    So happy to have a Mexico City DF churro shop in LA. Also extra happy they are in echo park and I don't have to drive all the way to the Northgate in Culver City to try their churros. The churros are made in a spiral shape and are huge yet thinly fried to order. Crispy on the outside and ooey gooey in the center. Glad they are not too thick. Perfect balance of cinnamon sugar topping. Their torta seasoning is so unique and they use the authentic telera bread. Only issue is the cut of meat had too much tendon. I'll probably skip out on the torta next time. The champurrado and hot chocolate were the best I've ever had and I wish they would share their recipe. Trust me I tried to get it lollll highly recommend El Moro churros when in the echo park area!!!

    Churros
    Peter X.

    My friends wanted to stop by here after we finish dinner nearby in Echo Park. One of our friends speaks highly of this place so we wanted to try their churros out. When we came, there was no line like there usually is. They have outdoor and indoor seating here. I got the four piece churros so we can each try one. They'll announce your name when your order is ready. I was lucky that they give me one extra churros because while trying to eat one of it and taking my picture, it broke and fell to the floor. The churros here I thought was decent, we tried another churro from a food truck nearby and you can tell the different in quality of the dough they use. Customer service was excellent here.

    Churro
    Sanny C.

    Help me understand why are the dipping sauces almost the price of the churros? lol one churro for about $3 something. A small container of dipping sauce for $2 each. Like Wahh??? Not a big deal to me since I do prefer the churro plain. Just strange to me lol guess they make money from the dips and not so much on the churros... The churro was on the thinner side. Way too much sugar/cinnamon. It was good, but way too sweet. Service was ok. I think they left their smile at home, but ok. Seating available Parking was pretty small

    Churro
    Hee K.

    First of all, I love they have their own parking lot and good amount of seating. The churros come out piping hot and good with or without the dipping sauces.

    The GOODZ
    Andy L.

    These are great churros! If you are craving them -- this is the spot to go to. The churros are hot/warm, soft, and crunchy, with a good amount of sugar and cinnamon seasoning. The churro is smaller in width than the usual street churros here in LA, but it is much longer in length. Or you can get a box of a sliced-up bite-sized versions. Very tasty! There is also an ice cream sandwich in between two churros which I didn't have the opportunity to buy, but it looked good. The milk shake, however, I did purchase and that was very satisfying on a hot day. The customer service was fast and efficient. Although, the workers were not that welcoming, to the obvious tourists or folks who walked in. Which is kind of a stark contrast to the cute white and blue clean design of the place. So just be prepared for a blank stare and quick instructional from the cashier on what to order. "It's just a business." Other than that-- I though the place was very clean, a nice sweet treat in the hipster-like Echo Park area that fits in well to the culture over there.

    Tahini R.

    After seeing the crazy long lines and hearing so much about this El Moro, we had to check it out. A few months late, but I'm okay with that because I was not about to stand in a line for over an hour just for churros and hot chocolate. First, we were pleased with the super cute parking area that had really cute art. The place itself was empty when we arrived, so there were no lines, which was a relief. The inside was very clean and I loved the white and blue signage and simple design of the place. They also have outdoor seating available but it was way too hot to sit outside. We got two churros, an iced Frances and a hot Frances. Overall, we enjoyed the drinks and churros but I have to say that it felt like the churros were fried in day old oil because there was this oil smell you get when you use the same oil to fry for a while. That was a bit disappointing but, the churros were still delicious with a nice touch of cinnamon sugar. I really enjoyed my iced Frances though. It wasn't too sweet and it was refreshing! I'm glad we finally got to try this place but, I probably wouldn't come back here. Mainly because I'm not the biggest churro person, and that wasn't the best churro I've ever had!

    Menu
    Stephanie M.

    Craving churros? This is your spot! I was extremely excited when I found out that there is a churreria El Moro here in Los Angeles. I visited their original location in Mexico City a few years ago and had the best churros and hot chocolate, so we are so fortunate to have one here in LA. We stopped by after a game late at night around 11pm, so the line was very short and we didn't have to wait too long. They have menus on two large TVs, however, I do recommend that they only show the menu. When we visited, the menu screen kept changing to other ads and pictures, and it was hard to keep track of the menu items because the screen would change every few seconds. We opted for 4 churros, which was plenty. Keep in mind that these churros are long, so honestly one or two per person is perfect, unless you want to indulge. We also accompanied our churros with a Mexican hot chocolate, which was divine! They offer other delicious goodies, so we will be back to try more. Parking can be tricky to find, especially when the place is busy during the day. Your best option will be street parking nearby.

    Justine R.

    I've been wanting to try El Moro for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally did! The churros were fresh, perfectly crispy, and not overly greasy. They're simple but so good, especially dipped in the rich hot chocolate. The shop itself is cute and has a nice vibe, though it definitely gets busy. Thankfully, the service was quick and we didn't have to wait too long. If you're in the area and have a sweet tooth, it's definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors and drinks!

    Interior
    Izzy R.

    Crispy, delicious churros with rich sauces are the perfect sweet treat. Service is helpful and a little slow. However, dessert is always worth the wait. The churros came out 15 mins after ordering! There are a few tables inside. In my opinion, the outside patio has much better seating and vibes paired with music. If I close my eyes, I'm at Disneyland right now.

    Churro
    Leonard K.

    It's really cool that you can come here, order some churros and watch them make it. Not only is it fun to watch them make it, they taste great too. There's a lot of cinnamon and sugar on these and they are just fried up perfectly. In addition to that, you can get sauces like condensed milk and a caramel to go with them. I thought these were some of the best churros I've had and felt they did a really good job with this place. The ambiance is really cool because you get to see all this art around the parking lot and inside the building, and it has a neat patio as well. The service is quick at the counter and I think this is a pretty good spot to get churros at.

    Counter to place order

    See all

    12 days ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 3
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    17 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    21 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Aly A.
    971
    707
    15521

    23 days ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 3
    Love this 9
    Oh no 0

    28 days ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 2

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    12 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 13
    Thanks 6
    Love this 11
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 32
    Thanks 12
    Love this 25
    Oh no 7

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 10
    Thanks 4
    Love this 10
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Garen A.
    670
    1103
    3323

    3 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ryna D.
    227
    3281
    6493

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Anton Z.
    26
    56
    84

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    26 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 5
    Oh no 1

    3 days ago

    Love the consuelitos here , best churros in town!!, there fresh and made instantly! The service is great everyone is super friendly

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nancy R.
    80
    54
    13

    16 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 7

    El Moro Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - El Moro

    IS THIS PLACE MAGA? Saw some rumors online🤷🏻‍♀️

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Desserts 110,092 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Salt & Straw - Chocolate ooey gooey brownie over death by chocolate cake (January 2026 monthly flavor)

    Salt & Straw

    4.6(1.4k reviews)
    2.4 mi•Arts District, Downtown
    •$$

    Honestly my favorite Salt & Straw location! Lots of space and GREAT AC haha…read more Mekhi was so delightful and really helped me find a good flavor, the Apple Cider Donuts, because I usually just get the double fold vanilla. The rest of the staff was super nice as well.

    My friends and I visited this location for dessert after lunch. This Salt and Straw location is a…read morelittle more spacious than some of the other locations I've been to like Brentwood, Studio City, Newport Beach, and WeHo. There's even a bathroom in there for customers -- brilliant !! The variety of flavors is pretty standard, but they provide their monthly specials and some last chance ice cream flavors. I got the Daisy Chains limited edition flavor, as well as the apple cider donuts flavor from the September apple series. They both complemented each other fabulously since the Daisy Chains flavor has pink frosting and sugar cookies in a vanilla base, whereas the apple cider donuts flavor has a lot of cinnamon and some caramel adorned inside. I also have routinely skipped out on their waffle cones -- a crime because they taste superb and smell even better. It holds a surprisingly generous amount of ice cream and doesn't melt so long as you stay inside or are not in hot weather.

    Photos
    Salt & Straw - Chocolate ooey gooey brownie over death by chocolate cake (January 2026 monthly flavor.

    Chocolate ooey gooey brownie over death by chocolate cake (January 2026 monthly flavor.

    Salt & Straw - Top scoop had chocolate cake mixed in.

    Top scoop had chocolate cake mixed in.

    Salt & Straw - September '25:  Apple cider donut, cinnamon vanilla caramel. Vanilla apple tart, apple cider vinegar spiked custard ice

    See all

    September '25: Apple cider donut, cinnamon vanilla caramel. Vanilla apple tart, apple cider vinegar spiked custard ice

    Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams - Dutchman chocolate over black coffee chip

    Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams

    4.4(924 reviews)
    1.8 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    My partner has said these ice creams were super fresh and good every time he had them. I got the…read morechocolate and cookies and cream and boy was he right. They are way creamier and the cookies were soft. The chocolate was perfect too. I got them on a sugar cone which was okay. The ice cream was perfection though. Customer service is super friendly and spot on. They are super nice even when it is crazy busy on a Sunday.

    On Saturday, September 5th, I stopped by McConnell's Ice Creams inside Grand Central Market in the…read moreafternoon after having lunch there. And, we went to get some ice cream for dessert. My Mom ordered a single cone, which came with two scoops. She chose vanilla and another flavor that had a delicious coconut taste to it. I ordered a single cup and, after trying a few flavors, I ended up choosing the coconut-flavored one and strawberry. I don't remember the exact name of the coconut flavor, but it was really delicious! The ice cream was absolutely delicious, and the service was also excellent. We were very happy with our visit. I've also heard that McConnell's uses high-quality ingredients, and I really hope that's true because you can definitely taste the quality in the ice cream. I would definitely come back again! A little while ago, I heard that McConnell's ice cream is made with high-quality ingredients, so I bought a bunch of it from Whole Foods Market and stocked up at home.

    Photos
    Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams - Ice Cream

    Ice Cream

    Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams - Matcha ice cream between two sea salt chocolate chip cookies

    Matcha ice cream between two sea salt chocolate chip cookies

    Mcconnell's Fine Ice Creams - Earl Grey Tea & Shortbread Cookies Eureka Lemon & Marionberries

    See all

    Earl Grey Tea & Shortbread Cookies Eureka Lemon & Marionberries

    Paradis Ice Cream DTLA - Baklava

    Paradis Ice Cream DTLA

    4.7(372 reviews)
    2.2 mi•Downtown

    Saw this place near my hotel in DTLA and heard a lot of good things about it. After eating ramen, I…read morewent to grab some ice cream from here. The place is super small and no line, but the flavors were plentiful. I forget what they do, but you can get a combo of flavors in a single scoop. Cookies n cream and cookie dough are my two favorites, so I got that combo. It was super yummy. No wonder the place has so many positive reviews on Yelp!!

    So an absolute eternity ago, like a decade ago, there was a Paradis in Belmont Shore in Long Beach…read more(which felt like almost as much of a trek from downtown Long Beach as DTLA is, but by bike rather than by train, so we felt a bit more of an excuse to go there and eat ice cream.) Then, an eternity ago, it closed and we were sad. Then Long Beach Creamery opened and we weren't that sad for that long, but still, I absolutely still thought about them every once in a while, sad that they'd left. Then, a much closer eternity ago (about a year ago - I've been super burned-out and not finishing my reviews), I was on my way from an event back to the blue line and walked by and noticed that they had, in fact, just moved. So obviously we had to get some. Verdict - yes, it absolutely was as good as I remembered. I wouldn't go back to DTLA just for ice cream, Long Beach Creamery being walking distance and wonderful, but I would absolutely stop here if I were back in DTLA and wanted ice cream. It's a bit pricey, but all craft ice cream is going to be, and it is definitely craft. And you can save a lot by getting a 3-scoop, which is very much enough to share for two people, if not slightly too much.

    Photos
    Paradis Ice Cream DTLA - Freshly Made Waffle Cone

    Freshly Made Waffle Cone

    Paradis Ice Cream DTLA
    Paradis Ice Cream DTLA

    See all

    Midori Matcha Cafe - Strawberry Matcha Latte

    Midori Matcha Cafe

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    2.0 mi•Little Tokyo, Downtown
    •$$

    I've been here a few times over the years already, well before the matcha craze--Midori is…read moredefinitely one of the OG SoCal matcha spots. But I wanted to leave a review because the girl (I forgot to ask her name, sadly) who helped me today was really lovely! I bought 30g of their matcha and admittedly thought when they didn't give it to me at the counter that they forgot, but I sat down at a table to eat my ice cream and decided to just ask for it after I finished. Thank goodness I did, because the cashier came up to my table about 10 minutes later and handed me a little bag of fresh-ground matcha. She took a second to explain to me how to store it and keep it fresh, and I just really appreciated the extra bit of customer service, even if it's something they're maybe expected to do. When I have the money, I'll definitely come back and get their 100g pack! Highly recommend this place for any matcha lovers, whether you're looking for a drink, a sweet soft serve treat, or matcha for home use.

    I got a strawberry Matcha with oat milk as well as a Matcha cookie. You can definitely see by the…read morecolor that the matcha was very strong. Which is good. I will say this has been my go to, and I definitely really like this place and I always recommend my friends when they come visit. The Matcha cookie I think was made in a bakery outside of the shop and gets brought in daily, that was also very flavorful. It has a strong taste of Matcha. The service was not too slow, and not too quick. They hand make everything and it's not premade so it takes a decent amount of time. There's a cute space inside if you wanna sit by the window, but overall the space is pretty tiny.

    Photos
    Midori Matcha Cafe - Matcha brownie and matcha latte

    Matcha brownie and matcha latte

    Midori Matcha Cafe - SPY x FAMILY Midori Matcha Collab photo spot

    SPY x FAMILY Midori Matcha Collab photo spot

    Midori Matcha Cafe - Strawberry Matcha Latte and Matcha Cookie

    See all

    Strawberry Matcha Latte and Matcha Cookie

    Bumsan Organic Milk Bar - True milk and matcha

    Bumsan Organic Milk Bar

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    3.1 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center
    •$$

    My friend recommended Bumsan Organic Milk Bar to me, and he definitely did not disappoint! Such a…read morecute little spot and you can tell right away why it's so popular. They're known for their soft serve, and the texture was SO creamy and smooth literally melts in your mouth! They also have warm croffles, and OMG... so good! I love that they have so many different cones and toppings to choose from, so you can really make your dessert your own. I got the Korean ice cream topped with Fruity Pebbles, and it was SO good! My friend got the strawberry & cream and the true milk, and that strawberry & cream flavor was honestly sooo good! Everything we tried was delicious, but the strawberry one was definitely a favorite. Parking is street parking, but it can get VERY busy in the area. Luckily, they offer valet parking for $5, and you can pay with cash, Venmo, or Zelle, which definitely makes things easier! Such a fun dessert spot, especially if you have a sweet tooth. My friend definitely knew what he was talking about with this recommendation!

    Definitely go during their off hours. We went at 6pm on a Saturday and there was no line and plenty…read moreof seating. However, 6:30pm was when the rush came and it was dramatic. It's a very small store with 3 tables with mostly street parking. There is a valet but I recommend just coming early. The staff was very friendly. Coffee and milk was a perfect mix and the coffee was closer to coffee milk. The SoulMate is just waffle and ice cream together. Very creamy and definitely one is shareable between two people. It's across the street from Matsu Matcha so I recommend stopping by as well.

    Photos
    Bumsan Organic Milk Bar - Strawberries & Cream Organic Ice Cream

    Strawberries & Cream Organic Ice Cream

    Bumsan Organic Milk Bar - Taro Milk Tea Organic Ice Cream

    Taro Milk Tea Organic Ice Cream

    Bumsan Organic Milk Bar - True Milk x Matcha Swirl Organic Ice Cream

    See all

    True Milk x Matcha Swirl Organic Ice Cream

    Salt & Straw - Order up-- lavender honey & strawberry tres leches

    Salt & Straw

    4.5(2.4k reviews)
    3.9 mi•Windsor Square
    •$$

    If you haven't tried Salt & Straw, my only question is do you live under a rock? It's literally the…read morebest place to try unique ice cream in LA. They have so many locations and only wish they had more. The closest to me is about 20mins away but it's worth the drive every time. I love this location especially. Always such friendly staff and never have to wait in a long line. Basically, if you're a newbie, you go in and ALWAYS as for the "seasonal flavors" for tasting. They give you tasters on silver spoons and you drop it down this hole when you're done. It's literally their culture to give you a taste of everything on their seasonal menu so don't skip out on this experience. It's the best way to try their ice cream. FUN FACT: they also have 1-2 flavors that are considered "last chance" flavors which means they are about to run out so get it before it's gone. Each month I go in to try another tasty flavor and it never disappoints but I am sometimes that girl who tries the new stuff but ends up getting her usual order (chocolate brownie) and am always happy. Just the smell of sugar cone alone when you walk in gets you hooked. The atmosphere is just so welcoming. Don't be intimidated by the many flavors to choose from because there are a lot. I like to get their double scoop in a waffle cone, but they also have awesome split scoop options for those more adventurous and want to try multiple flavors in one scoop. Saves you for when you're keeping your sugar levels down. There are usually always places to sit inside or outside so you can enjoy your goodies right away. They even have cool swag if you become a huge fan like me. If you like a little savory and sweetness in your ice cream this is the place to be.

    One of the most memorable ice cream shops! I've visited innumerable times, and every visit is…read moreincredible. I love the vintage feel of the store, with cute decor. There's always a pretty long wait, but it moves pretty quickly. The employees are efficient with taking orders and scooping ice cream. I absolutely love how Salt & Straw has a changing seasonal menu. It's so fun to see what unique flavors/themes they have for every month. I vividly remember their cereal theme, which featured different delicious cereal flavors. They have a kid's scoop, which is a smaller (and cheaper) singular scoop if you're feeling less hungry. Excited to visit again!

    Photos
    Salt & Straw - Eggnog w/Cold Brew Coffee Cashew Praline

    Eggnog w/Cold Brew Coffee Cashew Praline

    Salt & Straw - Cold brew kids scoop

    Cold brew kids scoop

    Salt & Straw - Flavor options

    See all

    Flavor options

    El Moro - desserts - Updated October 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...