# El Cholo > Large dining room with historic decor and a courtyard-like interior creates a warm, festive atmosphere. Outdoor patio and family room add to the kid-friendly, lively vibe. Strong margaritas and classic Mexican dishes complement the authentic, nostalgic setting. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ElCholo1 - Address: 1025 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, California, United States - Phone: +13108991106 - Website: http://elcholo.com/ ## What it is good for - Chicken Enchiladas — 10/10 - Chimichanga — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Tamales — 9.4/10 - Outdoor Space — 9.3/10 - Chips And Salsa — 9/10 - Kid Friendly — 9/10 - Burrito — 9/10 - Enchiladas — 8.9/10 - Salsa — 8.8/10 - Outdoor Seating — 8.6/10 - Food — 8.3/10 - Mexican Food — 8.1/10 - Dinner Spots — 8/10 - Carnitas — 8/10 ## What people say - "I found the food here to be delicious, especially the salsa." - "The chimichangas and enchiladas here are delicious and filling." - "The flan here is perfectly silky and delicious." ## Good to know - Parking can be difficult; consider using valet services. - Happy hour offers two drinks for $44, providing a good ambiance. - The restaurant accommodates large groups of 15-20 people easily. - Prices have increased recently, so check the menu before visiting. - Street parking is available, but read signs carefully to avoid tickets. ## 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.