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4+ YEARS IN TBR
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EL PESCADOR EL MONTE

(5.0 Score)
11740 Valley Boulevard,
El Monte, CA 91732 Directions

Since 1983

Specialities:

✓Mr Burrito Burrito ✓Carne Asada Burrito ✓Carne Asada a La Diabla Burrito ✓Carnitas Burrito ✓Chile Verde Burrito ✓Chile Colorado Burrito ✓Chile Relleno Burrito ✓Coctel De Camarón ✓Caldo De Pescado ✓Ceviche De Pescado ✓Camarones Empanizados ✓Baja Fish Tacos ✓Camarones Cancún ✓Salmón Cancún

"El Pescador El Monte provides classic Mexican food with a seafood-focused menu, plus beer and cocktails. The restaurant has been serving for over 25 years. The restaurant is led by Manuel Ortiz, the eldest brother of the family, who had a dream of owning his own restaurant. Manuel turned his dream into reality in Bell Gardens, CA, with the support of his father and ten brothers. Their team of chefs uses only fresh and quality ingredients to make delicious Mexican dishes. El Pescador El Monte provides karaoke nights from Thursday to Sunday. The restaurant also offers happy hour, great cocktails, wheelchair accessible seating, and outdoor seating.

2026 Highlights: El Pescador El Monte offers delivery, take-out, many vegetarian options, catering, and outdoor seating. A Wheelchair accessible facility is available."

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Menu:

BURRITOS:
Mr Burrito Burrito $15.99
Carne Asada Burrito $15.99
Carne Asada A La Diabla Burrito $15.99
Carnitas Burrito $15.99
Chile Verde Burrito $15.99
Chile Colorado Burrito $15.99
Chile Relleno Burrito $15.99
Camarón Burrito $17.99
TOSTADAS:
Reina Reina Tostada $17.99
Camarón Tostada $14.99
Ceviche Tostada $14.99
Mixta Tostada $15.99
MEXICAN:
Burrito Chile Colorado $14.50
Burrito Chile Verde $14.50
Chile Verde $14.50
Chile Colorado $14.50
Ensalada De Pollo $14.50
Carnitas $14.50
Nachos $14.50
Chile Relleno $14.50
Enmolada $14.50
Pollo Tampiqueño $14.50
Pollo Cancún $14.50
Carne Asada Ranchera $16.50

Contact:

(626) 672-0244

Mon-Thu & Sun: 8am - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 8am - 1am

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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IXTACO TAQUERIA

(4.9 Score)
10021 Valley Boulevard,
El Monte, CA 91731 Directions

Since 2015

Specialities:

✓Nacho Chips ✓Chips Y Salsa ✓Chips Y Chicharron ✓Papas Superior ✓Oxa Queso Taco ✓Burrito ✓Aguas Frescas ✓Quesadilla ✓Nachos Superior ✓Vampiros ✓Taco Superior ✓Arroz ✓Guacamole 2oz ✓Esquites ✓Frijoles ✓Jalapeno Frita ✓Papas Fritas ✓Quesadilla Mexicana ✓Churro

"Ixtaco Taqueria is a laid-back outpost offering classic homestyle Mexican staples from tacos to quesadillas. Their food is inspired by the authentic and unique flavors of Mexico and its surrounding cities and cultures. Ixtaco Taqueria offers a variety of fresh and delicious tacos, burritos, and drinks. Their aqua frescas are handcrafted daily with fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Ixtaco Taqueria provides a clean and family-friendly environment for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant offers catering services for your events. The restaurant also offers refreshing drinks for its customers.

2026 Highlights: Ixtaco Taqueria offers take-out and delivery, outdoor seating, limited vegetarian options, and vegan options. They accept credit cards."

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Menu:

COMIDAS:
Arroz $3.30
Frijoles $3.30
Guacamole 2oz $3.10
Jalapeño Frita $0.60
Esquites $4.60
Papas Fritas $4.60
Nacho Chips $4.40
Chips y Salsa $3.30
Chips y Chicharrón $5.00
MOST ORDERED:
Taco $4.50
Esquites $4.60
Papas Superior $14.85
Oxa Queso Taco $4.95
Burrito $13.20
Aguas Frescas $5.00
Quesadilla $12.65
Nachos Superior $13.75
TAPAS:
Arroz $3.30
Frijoles $3.30
Guacamole 2oz $3.10
Jalapeño Frita $0.60
Esquites $4.60
Papas Fritas $4.60
Nacho Chips $4.40
Chips y Salsa $3.30
Chips y Chicharrón $5.00

Contact:

(626) 416-5675

Tue-Sun: 11am - 9pm
Mon: Closed

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LA BUFADORA BAJA GRILL EL MONTE

(4.9 Score)
10990 Lower Azusa Road, Suite 1,
El Monte, CA 91731 Directions

Since 1998

Specialities:

✓Bean and Cheese Burrito ✓Veggie Burrito ✓Fish Burrito ✓Shrimp Burrito ✓California Burrito ✓Diablito Burrito ✓Quesabirria ✓Quesadilla Cheese Only ✓Quesadilla With Meat ✓Quesadilla With Shrimp ✓Baja Fish Taco ✓Baja Shrimp Taco ✓Potato Taco ✓Protein Taco ✓Meat Tacos ✓Torta ✓Birria Bowl ✓Baja Nachos ✓Quesadilla Plain ✓Baja Burrito ✓Cali Burrito ✓Chile Relleno Burrito

"La Bufadora Baja Grill El Monte is a family-owned Mexican restaurant that offers fish tacos, carne asada fries, and other comfort eats. The restaurant is known for its tasty food, excellent prices, and comfortable ambiance. Their team of chefs prepares high-quality and fresh ingredients for their menu. They invite you to come and experience the authentic taste of Baja. La Bufadora Baja Grill El Monte provides private lot parking. High chairs and outdoor seating are also available here to enhance your dining experience. The restaurant also has branches in Ontario, Montebello, Victorville, and Montclair.

2026 Highlights: La Bufadora Baja Grill operates in 13 locations across the Inland Empire and is now entering Los Angeles County. They offer a variety of meat selections, grilled fresh fish, delicious shrimp, colorful vegetables, vegetarian beans, rice, and a selection of tortillas, among other foods. They offer delivery and accept Android Pay, Apple Pay, cash, and credit cards."

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Menu:

TACOS:
Fish Taco $4.50
Shrimp Taco $4.50
Protein Taco $5.10
Potato Taco $4.50
Regular Taco $4.10
Street Taco $3.25
Single Meat Tostadita $3.75
BURRITOS:
Baja Burrito $16.50
Burrito $13.50
Chile Relleno Burrito $11.50
Diablito Burrito $16.50
Veggie Burrito $9.50
Bean And Cheese Burrito $8.00
Cali Burrito $13.50
Surf N Turf Burrito $16.50
BURRITO BOWLS:
Burrito Bowl $12.00
Veggie Bowl $12.00
CEVICHES:
Crab Ceviche $10.50
Fish Ceviche $10.50
Shrimp Ceviche $12.50
La Torre Ceviche $18.00
Mariscos Bufadora $65.00
Crab Ceviche Family Platter $32.00
Fish Ceviche Family Platter $32.00
Shrimp Ceviche Family Platter $40.00
Torre Ceviche Family Platter $55.00
NACHOS:
Baja Nachos $11.50
QUESADILLAS:
Quesadilla Plain $9.50
Quesadilla with Meat $12.50

Contact:

(626) 575-7174

Mon: 10am - 8pm
Tue-Thu,Sat & Sun: 10am - 9pm
Fri: 10am - 10pm

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EL PESCADOR EL MONTE REVIEWS

We love coming here for the happy hour menu, it's always priced right and the food is always sufficient for two people. Staff is always responsive and food comes out quickly. Ceviche and shrimp tacos are our favorite. The molcajete is one of our favorite's as well.

I’ve been to this place multiple times, and Ramiro has been our waiter twice. He’s by far the most attentive server we’ve had — always making sure we’re taken care of — and his personality is absolutely the best! He truly makes the dining experience even better.

Love this place. Happy starts early. Food was great. Dinning outside was nice, except for the bee's coming for your drinks. Been there a few times already and will go back.

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IXTACO TAQUERIA REVIEWS

The dining experience was exceptional! The food was incredibly delicious, especially the freshly made tortillas and the impeccable tacos, with my personal favorites being the duck, ahi tuna, and pork belly options. The nachos were a flavor-packed delight. The outdoor ambiance added to the overall enjoyment, and the service was top-notch. A must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable taco experience.

I came here to this taco spot on a whim and was I impressed! I ordered some shrimp tacos and a KBBQ burrito. The tacos were really good and flavorful. The KBBQ burrito is what really stole the show. Great service and pricing as well! Definitely coming back here.

Amazing little taqueria with great food and service. The soy chorizo option was really good for vegetarians; the veggie options comes with mushrooms. Their mango passion agua fresca was delicious. (They also have dog friendly tacos!).

LA BUFADORA BAJA GRILL EL MONTE REVIEWS

Haven't been here in years. Their fish tacos and Rojas Salsa are unbelievable! They used to have an amazing salsa bar before covid. It included roasted chiles and a few different types of salsa.

The chile relleno burrito asada here is super delicious. It was great. I really enjoyed my lunch here. I appreciate the service here. Thank you.

Great place to eat with your family. The food is really good I really recommend the street tacos are the best.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

EL PESCADOR EL MONTE Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

IXTACO TAQUERIA Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 9
Experience: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LA BUFADORA BAJA GRILL EL MONTE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10