El Picosito Mexican Food

910 Hamilton Rd, Duarte
(626) 256-0064

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王小慕

I was really disappointed with my experience here today. It was my first time visiting, and I was actually excited because they advertised a Black Friday opening. But when I got there, I was told it was *cash only* — something they never mentioned in advance. I tried to withdraw cash from the ATM, but my credit card withdrawal was rejected, so I had to go outside and ask other people to exchange cash for me.

Before I even knew it was cash only, I had already shown the staff what I wanted to order. She told me the total was around $18, but after I came back, suddenly it became $24. I had only exchanged $20, so I had to change my order. Because I can’t read Mexican menu terms, I tried my best to show her the menu I wrote down, but she still seemed impatient and kept questioning me from the back about how many of each taco I ordered. The attitude really made the whole situation stressful.

But I do want to mention that the lady who handed me my food was very kind — she even reminded me where to get the condiments. I honestly feel bad writing this review because of her. The food itself was decent, but the overall experience wasn’t good.

Food: 5

Service: 1

robert ogaz

Great service from all the employees, place was very clean, and the food was amazing 10 out of 10. Best fish tacos i have tried to this day. I will definitely be coming back to try more items from the menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Craig C

Food, excellent. Recommend everybody try it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Kim

September 2025 - Fyi they are a CASH ONLY establishment. We live in the area and were very excited to have found a new yum place that is minutes from our house. However, on only the second time we went, the experience encouraged me to never go back again. We were looking forward to showing family that was visiting a good time and left disappointed. Party of 6 on a Tuesday night, no wait but never again.

Food/Pricing - #56 Milanesa - $18 - Crunchy and tasty.
#46 Fajitas - $18 - Fine.

Service/Ambiance - Absolutely horrible service from the staff. Right when we walked in the vibes were off, at first I thought it might've just been in my head but the entire party felt uncomfortable. Had to pull teeth in order to get everything from extra utensils, bowls, and even napkins. They seemed reluctant to give us anything but were quick to remove plates. The first time we went we were provided with actual metal utensils but the second time we went it was all plastic. Why so stingy when you're just going to be tossing the utensils anyway?

Parking - Plenty of parking.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 1

Ming Lim

Rude servers, would not go back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

KJ Comeaux

The menu options are plenty and the flavors are really good. Inside seating is not huge and we usually grab to take home. We do enjoy eating there as well.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wet Burrito, Al Pastor Burrito, Fish and Shrimp Tacos

Adrian Mejia

Pastor tacos and asada tacos it's just delicious and juicy perfect flavor 10/10better than streets and very clean place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Tori Simmons

This was my first time trying this restaurant. I ordered for pick up and was told CASH ONLY . I like how they pack chips with the meal you ordered even if it’s for pick up. The super fries is definitely big and delicious. It can probably feed 2-3peoeple. I would’ve given this restaurant a 5 but they don’t accept debit... I hardly carry cash so I had to go to the bank. Food was great and had flavor . Will be coming back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Spencer

Excellent quality, go there often and it’s literally always fresh, nice salsa bar and they’re always keeping it clean. Great place. Just make sure you bring cash.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Jocelyn Luna

Every time I come to this the location the cashiers seem to have an attitude and lack basic customer service skills , they seem miserable and take it out on the customers , it feels like I’m offending them every time I come to order my food , their behavior comes off as defensive and I’m very disappointed that the owner does not seem to do anything about this issue since I see there are multiple reviews regarding their horrendous customer service , before coming to this location consider the taco truck down the street instead unless you want to get your food with a side of attitude. Alejandra please do better :)

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Sqish

The cashier female is soo rude.
She should not work as a customer service.

Juan Polanco

The meal was enjoyable. We particularly appreciated the chile relleno and enchilada plates. While the rice was a bit dry, the salad, beans, chile relleno, and enchilada were all excellent. Overall, it was a worthwhile experience, and we anticipate frequenting this restaurant.

Crystal Yu

Always enjoy their food ! We like the wet burrito and tacos . They only accept cash tho . So make sure you bring cash here .

Salvador Alanis Jr

I found a hair from one of the blond girl that’s a cook but she never wears hair net I recommend they change they work ethics because that’s nasty

Food: 2

Service: 1

Al Silva

Don't go to this place. For starters, they don't take debit or credit cards, only cash... I didn't mine that, but they make you use there in house ATM, I noticed when using the ATM the price for transaction was fair $1.50,
but two weeks go by and noticed additional charges $2.50 from were? I called the ATM 800 number a rep. told me to check my bank, so I did. My bank said it was not My Bank or the ATM company, so who is charging additional fees??? My bank said it's the restaurant who is charging additional fees??? What??? Now... It dawned on me. It's a Scam!!! You are forced to pay cash, but No Cash use the ATM... WoW!!! The restaurant is making more money in forcing people to use their ATM machines.
I am currently looking to file a lawsuit for this kind of business practice. They don't give no Recipts, so that means they are not reporting some transactions.

This place is doing shady business...

I like how the establishment wants to justify, It was not them...?
The proof is in the charges and transactions made by the restaurant. The good thing my Bank can trace and dispute that unauthorized charges made to my account. I recommend any one reading this to dispute the additional charges you see in your statement. Soon that place will get its just desert for scamming customers...

Stay Tune Readers...

Oh yeah, God Bless Brother 🙌 🙏

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 5

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Burrito

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