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El Chavo

4441 W. Sunset Drive near Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA
323-664-0871
Ranked #53 of 127 nightlife in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Description: By day a hopping Mexican restaurant, but after the dinner hour the place serves great drinks, with chips and guacamole as chasers.
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goleta, california
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2006
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we LOVE El Chavo and will make the trip from Santa Barbara just to order the green corn tamales (they aren't on the menu, ask for them!). The ambiance is quirky and fun, the staff is nice and attentive. We saw Dolly Parton there this weekend! One of our favorite mexican restaurants!

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Los Angeles, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2005

I've been going to this restaurant for over 10 years now. The food is the BEST! Atmosphere is great and a very diverse crowd of people. The owner always there with a warm, friendly greeting, a big smile and hand shake! The light setting is just right for either a romantic dinner (by candle light) with the Guitar Singer and... More

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los Angeles, ca
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2004
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Been going to El Chavo for 15 years. Would always rave to friends and introduce new people and out of town visitors. But the past two visits have been disappointing. Used to feel welcome, now am being rushed out to make room for the next customer. This last time a manager, Benito, approached my table, complained we were taking too... More

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San Gabriel California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2003

The neon colored sombreros hanging over the bar are highlights for the place, the food to die for and the Strawberry Margueritas to swim in. The crowd is handsome and always outgoing. I am taking Letty Orozco from Monterey park to visit El Chavo this weekend 3-29-03 for fun and food then we are of to the new 4100 BAR.... More

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Ojai, Ca
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2003

I think this is the best Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles, and I try to go there every time I'm in L.A. The margaritas are better than El Cholo, the hot sauce spicy and distinctive, and the service excellent. The atmosphere of black light sombreros and a Dolly Parton poster over the bar provide a unique visual experience. And the... More

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Los Angeles, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2003

El Chavo is quickly becoming a regular spot for us. Their beef stuffed pepper is something to truly behold. Great food, service and understandably famous margaritas. You will not be sorry if you visit this great mexican restaraunt.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2001

One bite of the delicious green corn tamales at El Chavo and you'll never even think of dining at El Cholo again. El Chavo has been around for years, as is evident from the ambience and the scores of regular customers. The help is friendly, and the owner is often on hand to ensure your happiness. The food is delicious,... More

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