El Matador Authentic Mexican Food

This is five stars for a little Mom and Pop neighborhood place with delicious food. Can't really ask for more. The proprietor(s) replaced the old Mijares East, and the place is about the same. This was my first visit. I had the mole enchilada with extra rice, skipping the frijoles. The mole was sensational but the enchilada was a little brief. Next time, I'll have two enchiladas. They were different from what I was used to, some cooked vegetables inside (I think I saw tomato and green pepper, but not too much). Yes, there will be a next time, and a next, and a next. Friendly service. Substantial take-out clientele but plenty of tables to eat, inside and out. I always suggest paying cash in these little places so that the banks don't get their 6% juice (they do more than wet their big beaks!).

The Wet Asada Burrito Was Amazing Smothered in a Delicious Home-made Red Sauce ???? Huge Too!!!

I'd give it 6 stars if I could! The best Mexican restaurant I've ever visited:) my family visited this place after walking Descanso Gardens just looking for something to eat, and I'm glad we did. I ordered enchiladas with chicken and chorizo. I've made all types of enchiladas but I've honestly never thought of doing that. Rice and beans were tasty too and there was a pretty big portion size. Even my little sister-who was complaining we weren't getting pizza-was actually really happy to eat her cheese enchiladas from the kids menu. She even said it was like a new form of pizza so it must've REALLY been good. All 5 of us liked our dishes, the service was fast, and they even offer outdoor dinning. Bathrooms were modest and clean. The only thing I didn't care for were the paintings and actual theme of the place, but that is taken with lower consideration than the food and service. Definitely will be coming back here<3