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El Paseo Inn

11 Olvera St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 626-1361
Fax: (213) 626-5554

Ratings & Reviews Summary for El Paseo Inn

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
  • Romantic
  • Good for kids
5 Star Rating
 
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4 Star Rating
 
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2 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
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User Reviews for El Paseo Inn

2 Star Rating: Below Average

05/04/2008 Posted 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.

2 Star Rating: Below Average

04/10/2008 Posted 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

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/15/2007 Posted 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

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/19/2006 Posted by mexicanflor

I was there about a week ago and unfortunately the food was really below average. Though we were seated promptly, as the restaurant was nearly emtpy, we didn't find the menu very exciting, mainly fast food type options. When the food came, it was mediocre, a little heavy on the lard and light on flavor. I don't recommend this one unless you want to spend a lot for a little. The value wasn't there for me. I can get enchuritos at Taco Bell and I was really after something authentic instead.

Pros: on Olvera Street

Cons: the food and prices

Editor's Review

Set in the historic Olvera Street district, this casual restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

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.

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Restaurant Information for El Paseo Inn

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Sun-Thu 9am-9pm
  • Fri-Sat 9am-10pm

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Gift Certificate
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Visa

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Carry Out
  • Brunch
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Lunch Spot
  • People Watching
  • Bar Scene
  • Catering
  • Historic Setting
  • Open 7 Days
  • Date Spot

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