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    El Patio

    3.6 (42 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    beef Nachos and Veggie Burrito
    Karen N.

    good price for the amount of food you get! we got the large nachos with beef ($10), a veggie burrito ($7), and 2 tacos. The nachos were delicious as was the beef! The burrito was huge and the only flaw was it seemed like they used a salad kit inside it lol. I'm used to having lettuce in burritos but this had carrots, purple cabbage, etc. They gave us a lot of different salsas which were all tasty. Definitely would be back to try other dishes.

    Pozole with all the trimmings
    C C.

    If you're looking to support local businesses during covid please stop by this mom and pop restaurant. I ordered the pozole and it was fantastic chunks of meat and all the trimmings. I will be coming again.

    Counter, fountain sodas, and part of the dining area
    Roland L.

    I'm super bored with Montebello. Really! I've lost interest a long time ago. To spice things up, I'll be embarking on a mission to try as many of the tiny hole in the wall Mexican dives as I possibly can. Hopefully I don't get tired of it too fast! So, El Patio has been here for several years now. I have a few coworkers who've eaten here and said it was pretty decent, but my coworkers don't have an evolved palate as I! The first thing you'll notice is that El Patio does not get busy. That's the sad reality. I wonder what people are thinking when they want to open a restaurant in Montebello. "Gee, there certainly is not enough Mexican restaurants in this city. I know, let's open one!" or perhaps, "All these Mexican restaurants suck, we can make better food, so let's open up a restaurant!" But I digress... I've been on a Chile Verde craze. If a place can make really good chile verde, they've got me hooked. This burrito was $6.57 after tax and included a side of chips. A bit pricey but what's the big deal about spending $6.57 for scientific research such as this? El Patio's chips were crispy and sort of like the ones you get when you buy a bag at Los Cinco Puntos. They do have a tiny salsa bar and I thought their salsa was not that fiery! Chile Verde: 3/5 Nothing special here. Decent sized chunks. Meat not too tender. Green sauce was somewhat flavorful. Burrito was a little larger than others, but to be expected when paying this much. So, what's the verdict? It would be a stretch to say I'll be coming back. If the chile verde was any indication of the rest of El Patio's food, chances are I won't be coming back. There's just way too many choices in this city to settle upon average Mexican cuisine, especially at the prices El Patio is charging.

    Pancho V.

    How do places like this stay in Business (((Scratches Head))) I came here one Saturday afternoon and I'm the only patron in the place, it has Eight previous reviews with a 2.5-Star average (((OUCH))) these guys must be hanging on by a string!.... Service was very friendly BUT order of (3) Tacos took much longer than I expected especially since I was the only one in the place!. Tacos - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-patio-montebello?select=aqRKj0mq79Wp6S6hWrBuug#BGyJK0cMOtFFS0XRQsO3CA They don't skimp on the meat! Carne Asada - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-patio-montebello?select=aqRKj0mq79Wp6S6hWrBuug#sBHRhH_rratIXu3txGBdsA Nice flavor, a bit fatty and two large pieces of gristle! 2-Stars Al Pastor - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-patio-montebello?select=aqRKj0mq79Wp6S6hWrBuug#5XX7s0zsXmdGuZdTgvjlag The only thing good about this taco was the SALSA.... meat was a bit hard and just lacking any flavor, what a waste of some good piggy! 1-Star Carnitas - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-patio-montebello?select=aqRKj0mq79Wp6S6hWrBuug#I3neLLryTEcS7OtdYUgIRw Now this was a good taco! a few little crispy pieces, most were moist a flavorful. 4-Stars AVG - 2.3-Stars

    Roach In the burrito
    Dulce O.

    This place is infested with roaches my boss ordered a burrito and there was a Roach in it he calls the place and they blow him off saying it's a human error and it happens everywhere wth really?

    Enchiladas de camaron
    Tere P.

    This place is awesome! I honestly don't know why there are negative reviews here. If you want real Mexican food then you definitely need to come and try it yourself. The place is very small and located in a small shopping strip. It's a place to come for a casual meal with family or friends. I had the Enchiladas de Camaron with a tangy tomatillo sauce. They were delicious! They came with rice, beans, and a small salad. My brother had the Filete de pescado al mojo de ajo and that delicious too. The service was great. The young lady that was taking care of us was very attentive and made sure we had enough chips, salsa, and drink. I will surely be returning.

    Really good food. Perfect amount! Service was very good the lady was very attentive! Will def come again. Price was good!
    Cin M.

    Service was good. Waitress was very nice and attentive. Salsa and chips were delicious. Food was great. Good flavor. Price was good $20 for two. Will def come again!

    Caldo !!!
    Martel C.

    Came here 10-5-15 cause I was craving some Caldo De Res due to the rain. Yelped it of course. Went in ordered nice customer service. Got in and out in 15 minutes. Came with rice, chips and lemon on the side. $8.99 each not bad. Taste overall was great. Red salsa hit the spot. Seen a lot of older ladies inside for karaoke. I'll be back on a rainy day.

    Ordered a plate of 3 tacos side avocados, tomatoes, and thus is how they brought to me, after waiting for 25 minutes. .

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    The food here is fantastic!! The shrimp enchiladas and the asada tacos are a must! So delicious that I end up coming here once a week

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    I come here every sunday this place has really good mexican food i highly recomend kinda small inside but the food is good

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    0.2 mi
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