El Taurino, Mexican restaurant in Pico-Union, Los Angeles, United States
El Taurino is a Mexican restaurant in Pico-Union that specializes in traditional dishes including carne asada tacos, burritos, tortas, sopes, and tamales. The menu focuses on these core items that represent staples of Mexican cooking.
The restaurant was founded in 1988 and grew from a simple taco stand into a valued neighborhood gathering place. Its expansion over time reflects how it became important to locals in the area.
The restaurant serves authentic Mexican street food with traditional cooking methods, offering specialties like consomé that draw crowds on weekends.
The restaurant sits on South Hoover Street with a back parking lot available for guests. It opens early in the morning and stays open until late evening, making it easy to stop by at different times of day.
The restaurant is known for its meat-only burritos that skip the typical rice and beans, offering a different approach to the traditional dish. This simpler version puts all focus on the quality and flavor of the meat.
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