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    El Patio

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

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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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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    11 years ago

    Awesome menudo on the weekends it will not disappoint. Great service small restaurant on Beverly blvd. a

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    Kalaveras is my friend's birthday go-to spot because they always deliver on reasonable prices,…read moredelicious food, and exceptional service. They went all out for her birthday and they also worked with us to make sure that her birthday cake was brought out during the happy birthday song! Our server cracked jokes the entire night and made sure we got sauces and water whenever we needed. As for the food, we started with the Kala Sampler, which has asada nacho bites, chicken buffalo wings, potato and chicken tinga, and taquito dorados. The Kala Sampler is good for four people so order accordingly if you have a bigger party. My hubby and I shared the parillada, which had multiple meats that can be put into either a corn or flour tortilla along with rice and beans. For meat, we had marinated steak, chicken breast, seasoned shrimp, cactus, and chorizo. My favorite was the seasoned shrimp. The steak felt dry to me but everything was still good and flavorful with the molcajete salsa, which tasted like sweet tomato. We were not able to finish and had to take most of this home because the portions are just that generous! All this for the price of $55 for the parillada. They also offer this service where they take a complimentary group photo and they print other individual and couple photos for sale. I never understood the business model of these services but at least you get a complimentary photo with the Kalaveras logo!

    Waitress never came back to re fill my drinks Had to get up…read moreand go to the bar for a re fill Service is very slow !! Don't bother save your money !!!!

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    Specialty tacos at Los Taquero Mucho are truly an experience, and the deal through SGV Passport…read moremakes it feel like a total win to explore the full special menu in one go. El Cremita is cheesy yet surprisingly light, never greasy. The chicken is soft and juicy, and the pops of pomegranate add a bright contrast that lifts every bite. Whiskil Taco is a dream for veggie lovers -- sweet, tender squash wrapped in a creamy, nutty sauce that feels both comforting and fresh at the same time. Mixta Taco stands out with its sausage and avocado combo -- rich, savory, and satisfyingly balanced. Taco de Chicharrón brings a fun textural contrast: crunchy, savory chicharrón paired with fresh, vibrant pico de gallo that keeps it lively. And the Pork Belly Cochinita Pibil? A showstopper. The generous slab of pork belly is smoky, buttery-tender, and practically melts into each bite -- deeply flavorful and indulgent in the best way. If you're looking to try a spread that hits creamy, crunchy, fresh, smoky, and sweet all in one sitting, this lineup absolutely delivers.

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    Great customer service, great prices, and great food! The guy working the front on 2/15/26 around…read more1:30pm was friendly, interpersonal, and knowledgeable. My family and I are in Montebello every weekend & crave tacos. But most street taco stands don't open till 3pm. We were drawn in by their instagram posts & how they open at 11am. They have $1 tacos EVERY DAY (carne asada is the only meat that is $2, but that's still a great deal). Sometimes when I go to other taco spots their meat is chewy/fatty. But this spot did not have the chewy meat. It was well done! We did the 8 tacos + 1 drink for $10. We ordered all meats except chorizo and can say they were all delicious - chicken was my personal favorite. Can't wait to come back

    I'd say Exclusive Cocina Mexicana is kind of hit or miss…read more The first time I went, I ordered Mexican rice and waited about 25 minutes--but it actually turned out really good. The second time, I got tacos (which are a great price), but again the wait was around 25 minutes. They also forgot my agua fresca, and I had to follow up twice just to get a refund. I gave it another shot and ordered rice again, but this time it wasn't fully cooked, which was disappointing. Honestly, I keep going back because it's affordable and super close to home, but the customer service and food quality just aren't consistent. Hoping they can improve because the potential is definitely there.

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