I got the #2(2 enchiladas with rice and chicken) and it was AMAZING. There was just enough rice where it went bite for bite with the enchiladas. Definitely not too much. I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in something Mexican. We also received complementary chips and salsa. read more

Well priced for the Manhattan Breach market., Very humble people. Nice people, not trying to rip you off for every penny, quality for the money with a beautiful seating area with the scent of the ocean heavy in the air ... just perfect Will go back & try an other things on the menu .. I liked what I had to eat there read more

From the friendliness when I made the online reservation, to the delicious food and welcoming experience, I highly recommend this small, family run business. 6 of us dined there and everyone was pleased with their order. They clearly know what it takes to run a successful restaurant, which so many are missing nowadays. Will be back! read more

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Another MB classic with our (and everyone's) friend Jose Luis at the door. The staff is flawless and the food ever better. Everyone has their favorites and it was the first place I tried carnitas. Had it today and again perfect. This is how restaurants should be run. Nice to see you my friend. Also great people watching!!!! read more

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Woah kinda expensive $50 lunch. I had 1 taco and 1 enchilada (no beans or rice). My daughter had the fajita plate and it doesn't come out sizzling on a skillet... The food is good not great. Friendly service and great location. Obviously paying for location. Nice outdoor seating in the summer. read more

El Sombrero - $12 total for one taco one Enchiladas Ala Carta - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Burritos are amazing and reasonable in price too. Great service and I'd totally come back here

Yum!!!!! This was such a yummy treat. Located in a busy street in Manhattan Beach. We walked up at around 1 on Saturday evening and were seated immediately. They stayed busy throughout our visit however I never did see a line. The place is small with a small porch out front. I ordered the Schwarzenegger tacos which were amazing!!! Would love to order again. Their salsa is spicy but so so good! 100% recommend! read more

El Sombrero - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

The best Mexican food in the South Bay! Friendly staff and quick service. The beachside location and indoor/outdoor seating couldn't be better! Love the home style feels mixed with the coastal atmosphere. read more

Quick recap: - Food: Mediocre - Portion size: Average to large - Service: Good - Environment: Casual mexican - $: Average - Perks: Some outdoors table More details: A bit disappointed by the price/quality ratio. The food is mediocre - not good, not bad, but prices should be lower accordingly. It is definitely more a quantity than a quality place. Staff is nice though. Overall? Would quality this place as a "Mexican diner" read more

El Sombrero - Vegetarian burrito ($16) - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Great taco Tuesday! Be sure to come on the earlier side as you will have to wait. Location is close to the beach and parking in downtown MB can be a challenge. Service was great and friendly! Tacos were sizable and a great price. Only exception to taco Tuesday was the carne asada as that was still regular price. We tried a variety of tacos and enjoyed them all. Beers were cheap too! read more

The staff is so friendly and the food comes out hot and fast! Just how I like it. Complimentary salsa and homemade chips. I got the guacamole and it's very creamy and smooth. Tasty but don't expect chunks. Viking burrito: 8.5/10 Super solid wet burrito! For starters it was freaking massive and full of all the good stuff. Plenty of meat and fillings, and I loved the green salsa! My only qualm was the carne asada was a bit tough but still fairly good. I would highly recommend coming here for a good wet burrito! read more

El Sombrero - Viking Burrito - Carne Asada Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Went on a beach walk with coworkers sunday morning and decided on lunch at Wl Sombrero. small restaurant but there was space on the patio as well as inside. we did get there around noon with a party of 13 and were seated immediately. we split between 2 tables but totally fine with that. service was great the servers were very attentive and good came out fast. very tasty, and awesome prices. would def visit again. read more

El Sombrero - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

The chips and salsa are good, I just wish they gave more so I didn't have to ask several times. The shrimp cocktail was amazing and probably one of the best I've had. They give lots of large shrimp and avocado throughout rather than just on top of the glass. Very refreshing to eat on a hot day. I definitely will go back for this. The tamale and taco I had were good as well, but nothing special. Service was good. Restaurant is small with some inside seating and a small patio that I sat at and enjoyed. read more

El Sombrero - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

A very friendly, warm and welcoming staff. Food is average. I ordered a Viking burrito for $17.99 and requested shredded beef instead of carne asada. I received a cold carne asada burrito instead. Not sure about their margarita game but they do not contain tequila. Ambiance is spartan, not upscale, not a picnic table. For Manhattan Beach, El Sombrero works but for me, I'd rather eat at El Amigo or Zacatecas on the other side of town. Not awful and not amazing. 3 stars - love the friendly staff! read more

Good spot! Service is great! Guacamole is delicious! The tacos were pretty good. The chicken bowl also pretty good, it's missing a sauce but definitely tasty. We got the kids chicken bowl for the baby and her food may have been the best, the pulled chicken was delicious. If you're looking for good Mexican food and a casual spot come here! read more

Ended up here because the other spot had an hour wait and we are so glad it did. The spot is small and gives you a home feel. My spouse loves Mexican and stated that, it was the best burrito ever eaten. So I know it was delicious. We will come back when we return to Manhattan Beach. read more

El Sombrero - Birria, rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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First time visiting Manhattan Beach and a local pointed us to El Sombrero right by the pier. We came in late (party of 7) and the staff still took great care of us. Our server was super friendly and attentive. We ordered Viking burritos, steak quesadillas, and tacos (fish, al pastor, and carne asada). Everything was flavorful, fresh, and the meats were incredibly tender and juicy. The Viking burrito and fish tacos were my personal favorites--SO good. Awesome spot with chill vibes and great food. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town. read more

I had a great time at El Sombrero. Getting seated was fast and easy and they quickly bring you chips and salsa, which is good as I've noticed some restaurants have actually stopped serving free chips and salsa. I had a mango margarita and it was delicious. I started to order another one but I was already full. For food I had the two shrimp tacos with the rice and beans. Everything was very flavorful and I really enjoyed it. The staff were attentive and would come around often to ask if we needed anything. Overall solid spot! read more

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Great place for breakfast. Who knew??? Service was excellent-- I mean, honestly, really excellent. The woman was friendly and attentive and our coffee cups never ran empty. The portions are big and everything was tasty. Usually a chorizo burrito leaves your plate soaked in grease, but not here. Sign of higher quality ingredients. The coffee had a slight cinnamon taste which was a nice surprise, too. Prices are competitive and the booths are big and comfy. We'll definitely be back! read more

El Sombrero - Chorizo breakfast burrito - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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This is an amazing little Mexican restaurant a few blocks from the pier. Indoor and outdoor dining, casual, and the friendliest servers you'll ever meet. I've been here three times, today I ordered the tacos Dorados, the grilled shrimp tacos. Fantastic in every way.. And, it's not expensive. Street parking only, try those grilled shrimp tacos they're out of this world! read more

El Sombrero - Grilled shrimp tacos! - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

This is as good of Mexican food as I've had in this part of town. The food was delicious, we went Carne Asada plate and Cerviche appetizer with flan for dessert. The service was very kind. This is a good place to stop for food. The ambiance was that of Cinco de Mayo even though it was just your average Sunday. Nice place. Lastly split the plates because they're huge! Gracias Sombrero! read more

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el sombrero is a local favorite! located in dtmb visited on mother's day we opted to sit in their patio, we arrived at the perfect time, there was no wait and we got to pick whichever table service was amazing! ambiance was wonderful! i love the type of places that make you feel like you are home we did not have a specific waitress or waiter, there was at least 5 different people making sure we had everything we needed they offer chips and salsa for the table, also refillable ordered: carnitas burrito - wet BUT with their "chipotle mole" sauce x2 i also ordered a shredded beef hard shell taco (thanks to all the reviews) everything was sooo delicious! like so good i would have gone again today parking: metered street or parking garage read more

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Great visit! World class service! Excellent food! Loved the whole tortilla chips and salsa which are complimentary. Fresh made salsa and a great taco sauce. Excellent! Started with some chicken taquitos which were served up with a side of guacamole. These taquitos were king! Great ones! Just perfect. Been craving this food since moving away from Los Angeles. Even had a few Carta Blanca Beers! My favorite Mexican beer. Can't find this brand in south Florida, let alone decent Mexican food. Main meal was Carnitas plate with rice and beans. Fantastic! I order this as my go to dish at any Mexican restaurant to judge greatness. Greatness is being served up At El Sombrero! Overall this is a great Mexican spot. Looking forward to stopping in again. read more

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Easily my favorite restaurant in Manhattan beach. Been going for years. And the staff is the best! I highly encourage you get the #2 & if you're order takeout... the chicken tacos. read more

I dropped by here with some friends when we were looking for a quick bite around the Manhattan Beach area. The restaurant seemed family-friendly and despite the bustling atmosphere, the staff was able to get us seated and served quickly. We got complementary chips and salsa which seemed pretty fresh and I got the Viking Burrito, one of the most popular items on the menu. Although the flavor was great, there were moments where I thought they were a little too generous with the amount of sour cream in the dish. read more

El Sombrero - Viking burrito, fish tacos, ceviche, and complementary salsa - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

LOVE EL SOMBRERO!!! THIS IS HOME FR FR. love my GOATs! service amazing and warm- always coming back for a big mexican breakfast to cure my hangovers! read more

My first time here & it was a 10/10 So delicious!! I've always passed by here & never ate there but I'm so glad I finally did! We got to seat ourselves where ever & we got endless chips & salsa & our drinks were brought out super fast as well as our food that tasted freaking phenomenalThe servers were really nice & always checking to see what else we needed. The music was bumpin & we were the last ones there hehe + the ambience was inviting! read more

El Sombrero - After - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Literally the BEST Mexican food in the South Bay! The servers are all so friendly and we love being greeted with a warm "Welcome Home!" We have been coming here for years with our girls and I love that they still call us all "Princesses." It is our go-to place to celebrate a birthday or when friends are visiting from out of town and are craving a good casual Mexican meal. Everything is good - tacos, enchiladas, burritos, you can't go wrong! Prices are some of the most reasonable in the area and portions are huge. Chips and salsa hit the spot and they have no problem giving seconds or thirds. Don't miss this gem in Manhattan Beach. We hope this place NEVER goes out of business!!! read more

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This place is so good! Don't sleep on the Schwarzenegger tacos. Limited seating but very quick service!

My friend and I stopped by El Sombrero for a quick bite before heading to Manhattan Beach, and the location couldn't be more convenient--right next to the beach! The restaurant is pretty small, but we were able to choose our seats, which was nice because it was a beautiful day! (we chose to sit outside) Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by the staff and handed menus, with the option to be seated when we were ready. We stayed and were lucky enough to have Rajo as our server. He was incredibly kind and attentive throughout our meal. I ordered the beef enchiladas with rice and beans, while my friend had the shrimp fajita burrito. Both dishes were fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be returning to this restaurant--great food, excellent service, and a cozy, affordable spot in the perfect location! read more

El Sombrero - Shrimp Fajita burrito - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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"Welcome Home!" Others should take notes on El Sombrero's customer service. We were greeted as if we were family. Everyone was so kind and accommodating, especially since one of our guests had a food allergy. The food came out super hot and it was delicious!!! I ordered the Number 2 Combination Plate, which came with two chicken enchiladas and rice and beans. The enchilada could've had more sauce since the chicken inside was a bit dry, but I loved the flavor overall. They also provide free chips and salsa. Bathrooms available for customers. It's very close to the Manhattan Beach pier, so it's a great spot to eat on your next beach day!! Street parking is tough to find on weekends but it's available. Ample indoor and outdoor seating. Loved the decorations especially for spring. Thank you for the great service!! read more

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One of the best wet burritos I've had in a while. The carne asada was perfectly cooked, if you want authentic Mexican food go here.

Overall enjoyed this place. Started with chips and salsa. Absolutely loved it. For the main, I had a taco plate with both fish and shrimp. Over-all good but was not a huge fan of the pink sauce. Would love to check-out there wet burritos next time! The place itself was not anything fancy. Just an old school Mexican restaurant. Outside seating was nice for people watching but will likely request inside seating next time. Prices were fair. Nothing nuts (especially for the location). Service is where this place shines. The staff was amazing. Everyone has a smile on their face and was quick to provide top-tier service. The service along would bring me back. read more

Overall decent food, service and friendliness of staff was exceptional. Ordered a taco and chili rellanao combo, not on the menu but they accommodated for the same price as a similar combo. $13.99 Rice was a little dry, salsa was good with just a hint of heat. Biggest drawback is that it is in downtown Manhattan beach so parking can be an issue. Would go back again. read more

El Sombrero - Chili Relleno with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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The food was very delicious and the service was great. I best on the patio enjoying the Manhattan Beach breeze. I have found my new favorite Mexican restaurant. read more

El Sombrero - Two chicken tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

We came in from out of town looking for authentic Mexican food. So happy we found this place. Great service and food! read more

El Sombrero - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Best place - nicest staff. Hope this place stays forever. It's a South Bay staple. Highly recommend and feel free to bring the kids read more

Poor execution with everything. Was looking forward to trying this place out but was INCREDIBLY disappointed in my order. I ordered both chicken and carne asada tacos to-go. Now, first. Inside of the restaurant was beautiful, clean, and a vibe. However, upon opening my to-go order, it was sloppy, lazy, and SOGGY. The meat was flavorless; the asada was chewy, the chicken was tough and dry. They put the sauce on the tacos making them even more soggy that the corn tortillas (which you only get one) became unmanageable. They weren't heated, either. The rice was undercooked and bland. The beans were okay AT BEST. I spent over $100 for this meal and somehow, I feel like if I would have spent $50 on tacobell, I would have been much more satisfied. For as much as I paid and what little effort was put into this is astonishing. I would suggest to whoever is putting together the to-go orders/cooks--put sauce, onions, and cilantro ON THE SIDE. If you're going to charge so much, get smaller corn tortillas and double up. Heat up the tortillas so they wont fall apart. Hopefully, they were just having a bump in the road and that not all of their food is like this. I wish good things for this place, but I would not recommend this if people what I ordered.... read more

El Sombrero - Mexican Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

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Kindest service, been coming here for years and the family who owns it is the sweetest. Best Mexican food in all of the South Bay. Always cooked perfectly and seasoned authentically. Best restaurant ever!! read more

I highly recommend this place because the customer hospitality service is first class treatment with beyond excellent authentic food and you will return again read more