El Carmen

8138 W 3rd St, Los Angeles
(323) 852-1552

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Daniel C

Excellent tacos, Excellent vibe!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tim Creech

Really cool restaurant. At first look I thought it was small and loud making for tough conversations. But we had 3 of us at a table and it was fantastic. Happy Hour pricing til 7:00 and our meal and drinks for the evening were all on the Happy Hour menu. My water glass never made it to empty the staff was so attentive but not intrusive. The way dining should be everywhere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Doug

Had a great time. Fun place. Food was great. Would recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

blankechos

Always Excellent drinks & service. Also my favorite nachos in the city, love El Carmen

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Jackson

I just stopped by solo and they were awesome. It's a fun place, a little loud for me, but I'm old now. Found a place for me to sit when they were slammed and my tacos were on point!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Soto

Best tacos in LA😍

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maurice Perkins

A very enjoyable late night spot . The late night happy hour is a fun experience. Lots of drinks and tacos!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Jake Lowry

Best tacos & tequila in West Hollywood. Great happy hour and great service too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Miguel Hinojosa

Great bartender.. made a very delicious Paloma. He said the food was pretty good and it was. One if the best bar foods I've had.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Giorgia Consuelo

El Carmen is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Los Angeles. They offer a happy hour menu Monday to Friday from 5–7pm with incredible prices ($8 margaritas, $3 tacos) that make it easy to stop by after work without breaking the bank. The drinks are delicious, and I had some of the best shrimp tacos I’ve ever tasted here—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The chips, salsa, and guacamole are also a must-order, with everything tasting homemade and vibrant. It’s a cozy spot with great energy, and I can’t wait to go back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bogdan Maran

Listen fellas, it was my only option since it was late and other restaurants were closed. This looked like a bar to me and i didnt think they would have food, then i saw pictures on google and saw tacos so we went.
HAD THE BEST TACOS OF MY LIFE!!!!not even joking, amazing!!
Also bought them so cheap cause they have some sort of happy late hour so everything was -50%.
TRY THEIR TACOS! 🥰 they also have lotta tequilla 😂

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Noah Pelletier

Delicious Mexican food and drinks at a fair price. The decor is festive and they have the best priced happy hour Margaritas in LA for $8!

The staff is always so friendly and I never tire of this fun and lively spot!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Quesadilla

Shmulik Alfandari

Greate place, greate atmosphere and very good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maria Del Carmen Rosales

Great place! Would go there again , most definitely!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bashful Michael

A little hole in the wall. Great place for drinks with friends. A good pregame spot before going out. Lovely atmosphere and good chips & salsa

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

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