Sunday: | 11:30am to 09:00pm |
Monday: | Closed |
Tuesday: | 11:30am to 09:00pm |
Wednesday: | 11:30am to 09:00pm |
Thursday: | 11:30am to 09:00pm |
Friday: | 11:30am to 10:00pm |
Saturday: | 11:30am to 10:00pm |
135 N Los Robles Ave
301 E Colorado Blvd
246 S Lake Ave
12 N Mentor Ave
566 El Dorado St
1076 E Colorado Blvd
All Combination Plates served with Spanish Rice and Refried Beans. To add Chicken, Roasted Pork or Beef, add $2.50 per Enchilada. Al Fuego Chile Relleno substitution, add $3.50
Cheese Enchilada and Rolled Beef Taco
$21.45 |
Cheese Enchilada and Chile Relleno
$21.45 |
Cheese Enchilada and Pork Tamale
$21.45 |
Two Cheese Enchilada
$21.45 |
Chile Relleno and Rolled Beef Taco
$21.45 |
Choice of One
$16.45 |
Greencorn Tamales (1923)
Corn off the Cob, Cheddar Cheese and Ortega Chile, steamed in its own Husk, Beans and Rice (Available May through October)
$22.95 |
A Taste of History (1996)
Cheese Enchilada, Rolled Beef Taco, Chile Relleno and Pork Tamal, Spanish Rice and Refried Beans
$26.95 |
Cochinita Pibil
Tender Pork, Roasted under Banana Leaves, Orange and Achiote Spices
$21.95 |
Chile Verde
Tender Pork, Nopalitos, Tomatillo Sauce, Beans, Rice, and Choice of Tortillas
$21.95 |
Carne Asada (1984)
Grilled Steak, Pico de Gallo and Guacamole
$29.95 |
Plato de Carnitas (1989)
Roasted Pork, Fresh Avocado Relish, Escabeche, Onions, Rice and Beans
$22.95 |
Chile con Carne (1923)
Tender Beef, Traditional Chile Sauce. Served with Beans, Rice and Guacamole
$22.95 |
Burrito Dorado (1977)
Chile con Carne, Beans, Rice, Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Salsa, Sour Cream and Guacamole
$23.95 |
Chicken Chimichangas (1923)
Crisp Flour Tortilla, Guajillo Chicken, Pico de Gallo, Cheese and Guacamole
$20.95 |
Tostada Compuesta (1923)
An El Cholo Tradition with an Array of Garden Vegetables, Beans and Chorizo
$19.25 |
Southwest Chicken Tostada (2008)
Blackened Chicken, Black Beans, Queso Fresco, Avocado, Tossed with House Vinaigrette
$21.95 |
All Tacos are Made with Corn Tortillas Served with Black Beans, Rice, Guacamole and Pico de Gallo
Birria
Grilled Corn Tortilla Tacos with Beef in a Savory Guajillo Chile Sauce, Consomé on the Side
$22.95 |
Al Carbon
Top Sirloin, Bacon, Cheese, Chipotle, Tomatillo Sauce
$23.95 |
Asada
Flap Meat, Salsa, Cilantro and Onions
$22.95 |
Fish
Grilled Mahi Mahi, Corn Tortilla, Cabbage Escabeche, Pico de Gallo and Cilantro Aioli
$24.95 |
Carnitas
Roasted Pork, Salsa, Cilantro and Marinated Onions
$22.95 |
Chicken
Grilled Chicken, Salsa, Cilantro, Cabbage and Onions
$22.95 |
Shrimp Tacos
Sauteed Tiger Shrimp, Cheese and Chorizo
$24.95 |
Filet Mignon (2009)
Three Corn Tortillas, Avocado Salsa, grilled onions
$27.95 |
Sautéed with Fresh Vegetables, served on a Hot Skillet
Marinated Tender Strips of Steak
$25.95 |
Delicate Chunks of Chicken
$24.95 |
Our House Specialty Shrimp
$27.95 |
Fresh Vegetable Medley
$21.95 |
Creation of Ted & Sally Doll (2000)
Freshly made at your table with Hass avocados Add - $17.25
Aged Cheese Quesadilla (1969)
Grilled in a Handmade Flour Tortilla
$14.25 |
Sonora Style Nachos (1983)
Frijoles, Tomato Salsa, Sour Cream, Guacamole
$15.95 |
Western Quesadilla
Monterey Jack Cheese, Vegetables Medley. Topped with Ancho Chile Apricot and Spinach Cream Sauces
$16.95 |
Carmen's Original Nachos (1959)
$12.95 |
Fiesta Platter (1995)
Crab and Beef Taquitos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Chimichangas, Guacamole and Sour Cream
For 2 | $19.95 |
For 4 | $29.95 |
Skillet Nachos
Choice of Beef, Chicken or Carnitas
$22.25 |
Ceviche Tostada (2006)
Shrimp and Scallops, Citrus Marinade, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
$21.95 |
Bar Chicken Chimi
Served with Guacamole
$14.75 |
Handmade Flour Tortilla (1923)
$3.95 |
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas (1985)
Tomatillo Salsa, Sour Cream and Avocado Garnish
$23.95 |
Sonora Style Enchiladas (1923)
(First Enchilada served at El Cholo) Layered Corn Tortillas, Chicken, Tomato-Onion Cilantro Broth, Fried Egg
$21.95 |
Crabmeat Enchiladas (1971)
Spinach Cream Sauce, Black Beans, Rice, Sour Cream, Avocado
$25.95 |
Enchiladas Suiza (1976)
Breast of Chicken, Light Salsa Verde, Beans, Rice, Sour Cream
$22.95 |
Annie's Early California Enchiladas (1992)
Mixed Garden Vegetables, Spinach, Corn, Sautéed Mushrooms, Crushed Pecans
$18.95 |
Enchiladas Mariscos (1999)
Lobster, Scallops and Shrimp, Jack Cheese, Chipotle Cream Sauce
$28.95 |
Santa Barbara Enchiladas (1995)
Shrimp and Chicken, Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions, Guajillo Chile Salsa, Jack Cheese
$26.95 |
Mole Chicken Enchiladas (2023)
A new menu addition in honor of our 100th year! Slow Braised Shredded Chicken, Jack Cheese Roasted Chile and Chocolate Mole
$25.95 |
Tortilla Soup (1991)
Avocado, Chicken, Cheese, Roasted Poblano Chile with Strips of Tortillas
Cup | $8.75 |
Bowl | $10.75 |
Joe's Traditional Albondigas (1923)
Cup | $8.75 |
Bowl | $10.75 |
Felix's Caesar Salad (1991)
Entree Portion | $13.95 |
Side Portion | $9.95 |
Mix Green Salad (1991)
Entree Portion | $12.95 |
Side Portion | $8.25 |
Salmon Salad
Romaine, Fresh Balsamic Vegetable Medley and Orage Lime Vinaigrette
$25.95 |
El Cholo #1
Three Item Combo. Grilled Chicken Breast with Sauteed Vegetables, Chile con Carne, Cheese Enchiladas, Beans & Rice, Pico de Gallo, Soft Corn Tortillas, Chips & Salsa
per person | $25.00 |
Cholo #2
Southwest Chicken Salad and Enchilada Combination. Grilled Chicken Breast, Cheese Enchiladas, Beef Machaca Enchiladas, Mixed Greens with House Dressing, Beans & Rice, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines
per person | $27.00 |
Cholo #3
Taco and Tostada Bar. Chicken Machaca, Beef Machaca, Pork Carnitas, Grilled Balsamic Vegetables, Shredded Lettuce, Soft Corn Tortillas, Flour Tortilla Shells, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Cheese, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $29.00 |
Cholo #4
Tamale and Enchilada Combination. Pork Tamales, Green Corn Tamales, Chicken Enchiladas with Tomatillo Sauce, Cheese Enchilada, Mix Green Salad with House Dressing, Beans & Rice, Sour Cream, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $31.00 |
Cholo #5
Enchilada, Taco and Relleno Combination. Cheese Enchiladas, Chicken Enchilada Suizas, Traditional Rolled Beef Tacos, Chile Rellenos (Roasted Anaheim Pepper), Beans & Rice, Caesar Salad, Sour Cream, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $34.00 |
Cholo #6
Fajita and Enchilada Combination. Steak Fajita, Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas, Vegetarian Annies Enchiladas, Cheese Enchiladas, Caesar Salad, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Soft Corn & Flour Tortillas, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $37.00 |
Cholo #7
Guisado Combination. Chile con Carne, Roasted Pork Carnitas, Chicken Picado, Chile Verde, Bistec and Potato in Roasted Tomato Sauce, Beans and Rice, Sonora Salad, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Soft Corn and Flour Tortillas, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $40.00 |
El Cholo #8
Seafood Combination. Shrimp Fajitas, Mariscos Enchiladas, Crabmeat Enchiladas, Salmon Salad with House Dressing, Black Beans & White Rice, Caesar Salad, Soft Corn OR Flour Tortillas, Guacamole, Chips & Salsa, Homemade Pralines (1 Per Person)
per person | $45.00 |
Can Sodas
each | $1.50 |
Joe-Togos
Horchata, Jamaica, Lemonade
each | $25.00 |
Thank you for choosing EL CHOLO for your special occasion. The following information outlines our standard procedures. This family owned Mexican restaurant was founded in 1923. It has been called "The Mexican Restaurant by which all others will be judged". I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for inquiring about having an event at EL CHOLO. El CHOLO takes great pride in our high - quality food, excellent service and inviting atmosphere. I have enclosed several menus for you to choose for your banquet. Please note that you are welcome to mix and match any of these items and we will adjust the cost accordingly. Please call us so that we are able to talk or meet with you at the restaurant to explain the menu in detail and as to where your party will be seated. Once again, thank you for thinking of EL CHOLO for your event
Arrangements
A non-refundable $200 deposit is required for all banquets. Upon receiving your deposit, your reservation is guaranteed. The deposit will not be charge unless cancelled within the 72 hours requirement
Accommodations
Your caterings needs from 1 to 1,000 guests
Confirmation
Please confirm the guest total 72 hours prior to the event. This represents the minimum billing
Menu Selection
In order to serve you in a timely and efficient manner, menu selections are limited to our banquet Menus, food will be served as a buffet style. (Dietary restrictions can be accommodated in advance) (Safety precautions do NOT allow excess banquet to be taken home from El Cholo)
Payment
The balance of payment for your function is due at its conclusion in the form of cash, cashier's check or credit card
Laws
The patron assumes full responsibility with respect to State and Municipal laws as they pertain to the patron's guests' conduct. This includes, but is not limited to, the service of alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated persons. No alcoholic beverage service will be provided to persons under the age of twenty-one
Cuisine
Authentic and Traditional Mexican dishes, many entrees featured are from family recipes dating back to 1923. Listed alongside classics such as the combination plates and famous green corn tamales, are the newer comidas especiales, including nachos and fajitas. In 1967 margaritas were introduced and El Cholo has been pouring thousands a day ever since
Owner
Blair Salisbury and Diego Fernandez, Director of Operations, along with their management team and a long time loyal staff continue the family philosophy: Offer guests the best quality food at the most reasonable prices
Damages
The patron assumes full responsibility for any damage to the premises caused by the patron or his/her guests
Beef Taquitos
Carnitas Sopes
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All Entrees are Served with Beans and Rice
Green Corn Tamales
Granma Rosas's (Early Arizona Days) Recipe! Fresh Corn Off the Cob, Corn Masa Aged Cheddar Cheese and Ortega Chile Baked into Its Own Husk
Chile Relleno
El Cholo's Traditional or Al Fuego
Cheese Enchilada and Beef Rolled Beef Taco
An All TIme Favorite! Pinto Beans and Spanish Rice
El Cholo's Traditional Flan
Beef Taquitos
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Annie's Enchilladas
Filled with fresh vegetables, spinach, mushrooms & jack cheese. Smothered with a creamy corn-tomato salsa
Beef Fajitas
Marinated tender strips of steak, sauteed with fresh vegetables, served on a sizzling skillet
Churros or Flan
Beef Taquitos
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in corn tortillas, Topped with chile sauce, Garnished with green onions
Chile Relleno al Fuego
Roasted Anaheim pepper, with Tomatillo, and Tomato Sauce
Green Corn Tamales
Grandma Rosa's "early Arizona Days" Recipe! Fresh corn off the cob, corn masa, Aged cheddar cheese and Ortega Chile baked in its own husk
Traditional Nachos with Jalapenos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Blue Corn Chicken Enchilladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Plato de Carnitas
Crispy Roasted Pork served with avocado relish, pico de gallo and no pales
Beef Fajitas
Marinated tender strips of steak, sauteed with fresh vegetables, served sizzling hot
Beef and Chicken Taquitos
traditional Chile sauce
Grilled Breast of Chicken
Served with sauteed julienne vegetables
Cheese Enchiladas
Aged Cheddar Cheese - and Chile Sauce
Chile con Carne
Savory chunks of tender beef in a rich traditional Chile sauce
$35.95 per guest. Alcoholic beverages option: $12 per drink beer, house wine, and margaritas. Your Choice of Three options below
Shredded Chicken
Roasted Pork Carnitas
Shredded Beef Machaca
Ground Beef
Balsami Grilled Vegetables
Pinto Beans
Spanish Rice
Crispy Flour Tortilla Shells
Soft Corn & Flour Tortillas Shredded Lettuce
Aged Cheddar Cheese
Tomatoes
Sour Cream and Guacamole
Chips & Salsa
Your Choice of Two options below
Shredded Chicken
Shredded Beef
Roasted Pork
Ground Beef
Balsamic Grilled Vegetables
Cheese Enchiladas
Beef or Chicken Enchiladas
Caesar Salad
Soft Corn and Flour Tortillas
Tomato, Cheese, Sour Cream and Guacamole
Chips and Salsa
Beef Sopes
Shrimp Ceviche Tostaditas
Chicken Chimichangas
Blue Corn Chicken Taquitos
Cheese Quesadillas with Rajas
Santa Fe Salad
Greens tossed with Grilled Vegetables, Orange Vinaigrette
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Chile Rellenos al Fuego
Stuffed with Fresh Spinach, Smoked Corn, Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs, Monterrey Jack Cheese
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection. Served with guacamole fresh grilled onions
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Sauteed Salmon
Spinach - Basil Cream Sauce with fresh Vegetables
Housemade Flan or Cheesecake
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Beef Sopes & Cheese Quesadillas
Sonora Garden Salad
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection Served with guacamole and fresh grilled onions
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Chicken Fajitas
Sauteed with fresh vegetables
Housemade Flan or Chocolate Cake
Crab & Beef Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Nachos & Cheese Quesadillas
Ceasar Salad
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection Served with guacamole and fresh grilled onions
Plato de Carnitas
Crispy Roasted Pork served in their own juice and topped with red pickled sweet onions
Santa Barbara Enchiladas
Stuffed with succulent shrimp, tender chicken breast and mushrooms, Sauteed in a garlic butter sauce with guajillo sauce and Monterrey Jack cheese
Housemade Flan or Fresh Fruit Tart
Thank you for choosing EL CHOLO for your special occasion. The following information outlines our standard procedures. This family owned Mexican restaurant was founded in 1923. It has been called "The Mexican Restaurant by which all others will be judged"
Arrangements
A non-refundable $200 deposit is required for all banquets. Upon receiving your deposit, your reservation is guaranteed. The deposit will not be charge unless cancelled within the 72 hours requirement
Accommodations
Your caterings needs from 1 to 1,000 guests
Confirmation
Please confirm the guest total 72 hours prior to the event. This represents the minimum billing
Menu Selection
In order to serve you in a timely and efficient manner, menu selections are limited to our banquet Menus, food will be served as a buffet style. (Dietary restrictions can be accommodated in advance) (Safety precautions do NOT allow excess banquet to be taken home from El Cholo)
Payment
The balance of payment for your function is due at its conclusion in the form of cash, cashier's check or credit card
Laws
The patron assumes full responsibility with respect to State and Municipal laws as they pertain to the patron's guests' conduct. This includes, but is not limited to, the service of alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated persons. No alcoholic beverage service will be provided to persons under the age of twenty-one
Cuisine
Authentic and Traditional Mexican dishes, many entrees featured are from family recipes dating back to 1923. Listed alongside classics such as the combination plates and famous green corn tamales, are the newer comidas especiales, including nachos and fajitas. In 1967 margaritas were introduced and El Cholo has been pouring thousands a day ever since
Owner
Blair Salisbury and Diego Fernandez, Director of Operations, along with their management team and a long time loyal staff continue the family philosophy: Offer guests the best quality food at the most reasonable prices
Damages
The patron assumes full responsibility for any damage to the premises caused by the patron or his/her guests
Beef Taquitos
Carnitas Sopes
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All Entrees are Served with Beans and Rice
Green Corn Tamales
Granma Rosas's (Early Arizona Days) Recipe! Fresh Corn Off the Cob, Corn Masa Aged Cheddar Cheese and Ortega Chile Baked into Its Own Husk
Chile Relleno
El Cholo's Traditional or Al Fuego
Cheese Enchilada and Beef Rolled Beef Taco
An All Time Favorite! Pinto Beans and Spanish Rice
El Cholo's Traditional Flan
Beef Taquitos
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Blue Corn Chicken Enchilladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Annie's Enchilladas
Filled with fresh vegetables, spinach, mushrooms & jack cheese. Smothered with a creamy corn-tomato salsa
Beef Fajitas
Marinated tender strips of steak, sauteed with fresh vegetables, served on a sizzling skillet
Churros or Flan
Beef Taquitos
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Cheese Quesadillas
Nachos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in corn tortillas, Topped with chile sauce, Garnished with green onions
ChIle Relleno al Fuego
Roasted Anaheim pepper, with Tomatillo, and Tomato Sauce
Green Corn Tamales
Grandma Rosa's "early Arizona Days" Recipe! Fresh corn off the cob, corn masa, Aged cheddar cheese and Ortega Chile baked in its own husk
Traditional Nachos with Jalapenos
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Plato de Carnitas
Crispy Roasted Pork served with avocado relish, pico de gallo and no pales
Beef Fajitas
Marinated tender strips of steak, sauteed with fresh vegetables, served sizzling hot
Beef and Chicken Taquitos
traditional Chile sauce
Grilled Breast of Chicken
Served with sauteed julienne vegetables
Cheese Enchiladas
Aged Cheddar Cheese- and Chile Sauce
Chile con Carne
Savory chunks of tender beef in a rich traditional Chile sauce
$31.95 per guest. Alcoholic beverages option: $12 per drink beer, house wine, and margaritas. Your Choice of Three options below:
Shredded Chicken
Roasted Pork Carnitas
Shredded Beef Machaca
Ground Beef
Balsami Grilled Vegetables
Pinto Beans
Spanish Rice
Crispy Flour Tortilla Shells
Soft Corn & Flour Tortillas Shredded Lettuce
Aged Cheddar Cheese
Tomatoes
Sour Cream and Guacamole
Chips & Salsa
Your Choice of Two options below
Shredded Chicken
Shredded Beef
Roasted Pork
Ground Beef
Balsamic Grilled Vegetables
Cheese Enchiladas
Beef or Chicken Enchiladas
Caesar Salad
Soft Corn and Flour Tortillas
Tomato, Cheese, Sour Cream and Guacamole
Chips and Salsa
Beef Sopes
Shrimp Ceviche Tostaditas
Chicken Chimichangas
Blue Corn Chicken Taquitos
Cheese Quesadillas with Rajas
Santa Fe Salad
Greens tossed with Grilled Vegetables, Orange Vinaigrette
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Chile Rellenos al Fuego
Stuffed with Fresh Spinach, Smoked Corn, Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs, Monterrey Jack Cheese
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection. Served with guacamole fresh grilled onions
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Sauteed Salmon
Spinach - Basil Cream Sauce with fresh Vegetables
Housemade Flan or Cheesecake
Crab Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Beef Sopes & Cheese Quesadillas
Sonora Garden Salad
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection Served with guacamole and fresh grilled onions
Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas
Marinated Breast of Chicken, wrapped in blue corn tortillas, Topped with tomatillo sauce, garnished with sour cream & avocado relish
Chicken Fajitas
Sauteed with fresh vegetables
Housemade Flan or Chocolate Cake
Crab & Beef Taquitos
Chicken Chimichangas
Nachos & Cheese Quesadillas
Ceasar Salad
All entrees are served with rice and beans
Carne Asada
Marinated Arrachera Steak grilled to perfection Served with guacamole and fresh grilled onions
Plato de Carnitas
Crispy Roasted Pork served in their own juice and topped with red pickled sweet onions
Santa Barbara Enchiladas
Stuffed with succulent shrimp, tender chicken breast and mushrooms, Sauteed in a garlic butter sauce with guajillo sauce and Monterrey Jack cheese
Housemade Flan or Fresh Fruit Tart