(213) 626-1361
11 Olvera St
Los Angeles,
CA
90012
34.0572
-118.2384
Neighborhoods: Chinatown, Central LA
What People Are Saying About El Paseo Inn
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Don't let the mariachis fool you--this is not your average Tex-Mex joint. The usual offerings of tamales and enchiladas can be found, but they are served with a unique blend of spices and fresh cheeses. Other menu items include: rare Mexican cuisine like the fluffy sopes, piping hot pastries filled with pork, beans and cheeses. If you're out for a night on the town, order a killer margarita, or from the long list of Mexican imports--over 10 beers and just as many tequila choices.
05/04/08
Tourist trap?
by Picklepuss
Beware. The patio is lovely and the perfect pace for people watching. We knew the guacamole and nachos we ordered were over $10 each but when the bill came and margaritas were $20 each our good moods were over. Not nice to serve a $20 drink without warning. No wonder there are no prices on the margarita menu! Guess they pegged us as gullible tourists when we actually live across the street. Next time we'll go back to El Golondrina across the way where margaritas are $30 for a pitcher (about 4 or 5) and the price is clearly marked in the menu.
04/10/08
Disappointed
by TdogKing
I was really disappointed with the food after a friend said this was the best place on Olvera Street. We ordered the Fish Taco plate and the fish tasted like it had been pre-cooked and setting there for hours and they threw it in the fryer again. The cabbage was mixed with what tasted like a store bought salad dressing, not too much history there. The tacos were really ,really dry and tasteless. The chips/salsa were ok and the rice and beans were average. The table next to us ordered the same plates and they ask to send their plates back, which what we should of done also. I dont ever send something back to the kitchen for fear of what the cook will do to our next plate, I just never go back. After walking around and smelling all the food I was really set on having a good mexican dinner, but it was not to be. Mexican food is my favorite and its what I eat the most and its not that hard to make it good, so this puzzles me. The service was good and the place is nice with outdoor seating but that all means nothing when the food is disappointing.
- Pros: outdoor seating on Olvera with all the history and people watching, etc
- Cons: below average food, above average prices
08/15/07
Best Mexican food I've ever had
by emilynf1
The sopes are phenomenal and you won't find these anywhere but a truly authentic Mexican restaurant. The classic dishes are so good - real fresh cheese and meat that was just grilled. Not to mention, the margaritas are delectable - try every flavor. :) None of them overpower the taste of the margarita either.
- Pros: Absolutely delicious food, attentive staff
- Cons: Really out of the way if you're not already on Olvera St
The Details on El Paseo Inn
Know Before You Go:
Parking is difficult to say the least. Instead of searching endlessly for a spot in one of the innumerable lots nearby, save yourself the headache and just park in the Olvera Street official lot.
The Extras:
Like most Mexican restaurants, margaritas are served by the hundreds. El Paseo, however, offers eight exotic flavors all served in enormous 48 oz. glasses.
Join Us on Facebook
Follow Us on Twitter