👋 😋
This restaurant review is is part of the WOM App. Download it for Free and discover restaurants you’ll freakin’ love!
El Carmen
- West Hollywood
- $$
Bar
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- great
Food: Flavors pop and portions shy
Carmen's list of star dishes are kept simple yet dazzles by packing punches of flavor. Ranked top in customer reviews, the Tequila Shrimp and Chicken and Pork Tacos drew praises for their deliciousness, while Fish Taco Plate is revered for its spicy, fragrant, savory balance. But be warned- don't come expecting king-sized portions, the platters here are more about quality than quantity.
Great Value
Customers rave about the great value during happy hour specials.
Okay Creativity
Simple menu with good food doesn't imply creativity or lack thereof.
Portions
Several customers found the portions small or tiny, though flavorful.
Top 3 dishes at El Carmen
- 1
Tequila Shrimp 🏆
Tequila shrimp is the absolute favorite and consistently described as tasty.
- 2
Chicken and Pork Tacos
Chicken and pork tacos consistently praised for their deliciousness and satisfying taste.
- 3
Fish Taco Plate
Delectable balance of savory, spicy, fragrant; considered ridiculously tasty and moist.
Vibe: Candlelit coziness amid deafening decibels
Carmen sets the perfect scene for romance with its well-lit, vibrant, cosy ambiance. Let the diverse music genres set your mood right, even as you dive into an appealing pool of innovative beverage choices. However, be prepared to project your voice, the setting often steps into the territory of 'too loud' and 'overly crowded'.
Great Drinks
Extensive, innovative drink selection praised by many customers
Okay Buzz
Hip and trendy but can be too loud and crowded for an enjoyable meal.
Perks: Parking maladies mar seamless service
The staff is friendly, and service decently good, except for occasional delays. But, finding a parking spot nearby is likely to eat into your enjoyment time. The outdoor setting may feel a tad bit condensed for comfort, and remember, this is no haven for groups longing for roomy seating or children seeking friendly menus.
Great for Diets
El Carmen perfect for vegans, inauthentic, special, yet unpretentious.
Okay Service
Staff friendly and usually good service, though sometimes slow or disorganized.
Outdoor
Too loud and small, detracting from enjoyment and conversation during dining.