El Cholo Menu
Introducing El Cholo, the quintessential Mexican cocktail bar located at 1037 Flower St, Los Angeles. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service, El Cholo offers a menu bursting with flavors that cater to both traditional and contemporary palates. Guests can indulge in delectable tacos ranging from Mahi Mahi to Carnitas, all made with high-quality ingredients that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
- Signature Dishes: Mahi Mahi tacos ($22.75), Tacos Al Carbon ($21.95), and free range chicken tacos ($19.55)
- Atmosphere: Casual dining with outdoor seating and moderate noise, perfect for families and groups.
- Culinary Experience: Enjoy a variety of sides and desserts, including their famous flan and freshly made guacamole served table-side.
With its welcoming ambiance and a diverse menu, El Cholo promises an unforgettable dining experience that leaves you craving more.
Antojitos
Guacamole Molcajete-Style
2007. Served with authentic bowl for you to mix and mash.
Aged Cheese Quesadilla
Grilled in a handmade flour tortilla
Sonora-Style Nachos
1983. Frijoles, tomato salsa, sour cream and guacamole.
Carmen's Original Nachos
1959
Fiesta Platter
1995. Crab and beef taquitos, nachos, quesadillas, chimichangas, guacamole and sour cream.
Chicken Chimichanga Appetizer
1967. Crisp flour tortilla, chicken and jack cheese
Taquitos
Choice of beef or chicken. Served with avocado salsa
House Guacamole
made fresh throughout out the day with Haas avocados
Handmade Flour Tortilla
1923
Blue Corn Chicken Enchilada
1985. Tomatillo salsa verde, sour cream and avocado garnish.
Sonora-Style Enchilada
1923. First enchilada served at El Cholo. Layered corn tortillas, simmered chicken, salsa roja, salsa verde, and fried egg
Crabmeat Enchilada
1971. Jalapeno-cilantro pesto sauce, sour cream and avocado
Annie's Early California Enchilada
1992. Mixed garden vegetables, spinach, corn, sauteed mushrooms and crushed pecans
Enchiladas Mariscos
1999. Lobster, scallops, shrimp, Jack cheese and chipotle cream sauce
Santa Barbara Enchilada
1995. Shrimp, chicken, sauteed mushrooms, onions, guajillo chile salsa and Jack cheese
Enchilada Suiza
Breast of chicken, light salsa verde, sour cream, beans and rice
Enchiladas
Sopas and Ensaladas
Tortilla Soup
1991. Avocado, grilled chicken, cheese, roasted poblano chile with strips of tortilla
Joe's Traditional Albondigas Soup
1923
Felix's Caesar Salad
1991
Mexican Chopped Vegetable Salad
2019. Romaine lettuce, kale, roasted corn, avocado, jicama, black beans, tortilla strips, citrus vinaigretteno substitutions
Southwest Chicken Tostada
2008. Blackened chicken, black beans, queso fresco, avocado, pepita cilantro vinaigrette
Spicy Ceviche Tostada Salad
2006. Shrimp, scallops, citrus marinade and extra virgin olive oil.
Tostada Compuesta Salad
1923. An El Cholo tradition with an array of garden vegetables and beans.
Caesar Salad with Chicken
No.1 Cheese Enchilada and Rolled Beef Taco
No.2 Cheese Enchilada and Chile Relleno
No.3 Cheese Enchilada and Tamale
No.4 Two Cheese Enchilada
No.5 Chile Relleno and Rolled Beef Taco
No.6 Choice of One
Green Corn Tamales
Corn off the cob, cheddar cheese and ortega chile steamed in its own husk, beans and rice.
A Taste of History
Cheese enchilada, rolled beef taco, chile relleno and roasted pork tamale. Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Enchilada Combo
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Cheese Enchiladas with Extra Cheese Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Chicken Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Shredded Beef Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Pork Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
2 Ground Beef Enchiladas Combination
Served with refried beans and Spanish rice.
Combinaciones
Comidas Especiales
Burrito Dorado
Chile con carne, beans, rice, cheddar cheese, tomato salsa, sour cream and guacamole
Chicken Chimichangas
Crisp flour tortilla, guajillo chicken, poblano chile and guacamole
Chile Con Carne
1923. Tender beef, traditional chile sauce, tortilla and guacamole
Carne Asada
1984. Angus New York steak, pico de gallo and guacamole.
Filet Mignon Tacos
2009. Three handmade corn tortillas with molcajete salsa and cilantro rice.
Fish Tacos
2001. Pan seared mahi mahi, handmade corn tortillas, shredded cabbage and crema fresca.
Tres Tacos Al Carbon
1990. Marinated top sirloin with bacon, jack cheese and tomatillo-chipotle salsa
Plato De Carnitas
Roasted pork, fresh avocado relish, escabeshe onions and choice of tortillas
Steak Fajitas
Tender strips of marinated steak sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas
Chicken Fajitas
Delicate chunks of chicken sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas
Shrimp Fajitas
Our house specialty! Sauteed with fresh vegetables. With flour or corn tortillas
A Fresh Vegetable Medley Fajitas
Sauteed fresh vegetable medley. With flour or corn tortillas
Fajitas
Margaritas - El Cholo's World Famous (Must be 21 to Purchase)
El Cholo's World Famous Margarita
Contains alcohol - our classic recipe made with 1800, cointreau, and or our craft in-house mix. serving = 8 oz. pour to be served over rocks in your favorite pint glass. Must be 21 to purchase
Mahi Mahi
Pan seared mahi mahi, shredded cabbage and crema fresca
Tacos Al Carbon
Marinated top sirloin with bacon, jack cheese and tomatillo-chipotle salsa
Carnitas
Slow-roasted pork and escabeche onions
Grilled Chicken
Free range chicken breast, cilantro and onions
Tacos
Kids' Meals
Kids' Cheese Enchilada
Kids' Quesadilla
Kids' Bean & Cheese Burrito
Kids' Chicken Nuggets
Side of Rice
Side of Mixed Greens Salad
Side of Refried Pinto Beans and Rice
Side of Black Beans and Rice
Side of Refried Pinto Beans
Side of Black Beans
Pint of Salsa
Side of Cheese
Side of Jalapenos
Side Tomatillo Salsa
Side Pico de Gallo Salsa
Side Sour Cream
4 Corn Tortillas
Side Chicken Breast
Bean and Cheese Burrito a la Carte
Side of Guacamole
Small Bag of Chips
Holiday Tamale a la Carte
Pint of Guacamole
Chicken Enchilada A La Carte
Pint of Souer Cream
A la Carte and Sides
Desserts
Flan
Bag of Praline Cookies (25ct)
Catering Caesar Salad Tray
Serves 8-10 people. Add chicken breast
Catering Southwest Salad Tray
Blackened chicken, black beans, avocado, and cilantro vinaigrette. Serves 8-10 people
Catering Taquitos Tray
15 beef, chicken or crab taquitos. Serves 8-10 people as appetizer.
Catering Chicken Chimichangas Tray
20 half size chimichangas. Serves 8-10 people as appetizer
Catering Cheese Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas
Catering Shredded Chicken Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas
Catering Shredded Beef Enchiladas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. 10 enchiladas
Catering Taco Tray
Twenty shredded chicken, shredded beef, or pork carnitas tacos. For grilled chicken breast or grilled steak. Includes corn or flour tortillas, lettuce, and pico de gallo. Tacos are unassembled. Serves 8-10 people
Catering Tamales
Serves 10 tamales
Catering Fajitas Tray
Serves 8-10 people. Choice of beef, chicken, shrimp or veggie fajitas. Includes 20 flour tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese.
Catering Tray of Beans
Serves 8-10 people
Catering Tray of Rice
Serves 8-10 people
Catering El Cholo Combination Dinner for 15-20
Includes a tray of caesar salad, 20 cheese enchiladas, and choice of shredded chicken, shredded beef, ground beef or pork carnitas tacos. Also includes tortillas, lettuce, pico de gallo, chips, salsa, refried beans, and rice
