# El Amigo > Small Mexican restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere with limited indoor and shaded outdoor seating. The vibe is quiet and homely, attracting those seeking authentic, unpretentious dining. It stands out for its authentic tacos and excellent salsa, making it a favored spot despite its size. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ElAmigo - Address: 4600 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale, California, United States - Phone: +13103716166 - Website: http://www.elamigolawndale.com/ - Google rating: 4.7 (1118 reviews) ## What it is good for - Authentic — 10/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.3/10 - Food — 9.1/10 - Mexican Food — 9.1/10 - Taco — 9.1/10 - Carne Asada — 8.1/10 - Burrito — 8/10 - Chips And Salsa — 7.9/10 - Enchiladas — 7.5/10 - Salsa — 7.3/10 - Seafood — 6.5/10 - Fish — 6.4/10 ## What people say - "The Mexican food here has huge portions and great value." - "The house salsa is fresh, chunky, and flavorful." - "The staff here are so friendly and happy I was there." ## Good to know - Parking can be a hassle, especially during busy hours. - Expect long wait times during lunch hours due to limited seating. - The prices are very fair considering the generous portion sizes. - Takeout is recommended if you want to avoid waiting for a table. - The restaurant has no air conditioning, so it can get warm inside. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.