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Echo Park - El Arco restaurant
6.1

El Arco

  • Echo Park
  • $$
  • Mexican
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Flavors inconsistent, unimpressive

While the Burrito Chile Verde and Abby Extra Special Burrito are quite impressive, infused with rich flavors that are satisfying and robust, the Mojo de Ajo Shrimp leaves a lot to desire, accused of evoking memories of subpar seafood from Ensenada and Porto Nuevo. The menu lacks creativity, the taste can waver from meal to meal, and the value doesn't justify the lackluster menu options.

  • Large Portions

    Generous portions repeatedly described as satisfying and filling; just right.

  • Okay Taste

    Reviews often vary, with food sometimes considered great, other times lacking.

  • Low Quality

    Mar & tierra shrimp dry & hard, needs fresh seasoning, meat unimpressive.

Top 3 dishes at El Arco

  1. 1

    Burrito Chile Verde 🏆

    El arco's chile verde bursts with tangy, flavorful family recipe perfection.

    Burrito Chile Verde dish
  2. 2

    Abby Extra Special Burrito

    It's even better than remembered, with delicious flavors and satisfying quality.

    Abby Extra Special Burrito dish
  3. 3

    Chips and Salsa

    Always fresh, delicious salsas paired perfectly with crispy chips.

    Chips and Salsa dish

Vibe: Ambiance modest, slightly noisy

The ambiance of El Arco offers an agreeable experience. The venue isn't overly flashy but brings with it a modern touch that appeals to a broad audience. However, the noise level slightly dents the dining experience and takes away from the overall appeal.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Fair ambiance for a busy venue; modern but slightly loud, still fun.

Perks: Service shines amidst flaws

For all the negatives, service at El Arco is a remarkable highlight with staff praised for their patience and kindness. Don’t count on easy parking and expect noise level that might stifle your conversations. The restaurant lacks in other areas of convenience, posing potential issues to host large groups.

  • Great Service

    Incredible patient kind service, accommodating large groups with efficiency.

  • Hard To Park

    Metered street parking requires payment; can be a hassle.