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El Compadre - Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA

El Compadre - Hollywood

4.6
4.6
507 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Since 1975, El Compadre Restaurant in Hollywood has been one of Southern California's hot spots for Mexican cuisine and drinks. The restaurant fashions the look and feel of an "old world hacienda". Lined with clay roof tires, wrought iron lanterns and stained glass chandeliers; its walls grace of Mexican heritage with paintings, artifacts, antiques and vase floral trimmings.

We specialize in showcasing "The fine foods of Mexico". We serve family recipes handed down over generations using select cuts of meats, and choice seafood alongside season fresh vegetables. e have a dedicated full bar area where we serve mixed cocktails, imported and domestic beers and our legendary and famous "Flaming Margarita". Coupled with live nightly music from a trio singing Mexican classics and with a dimly lit, sultry lighting; our romantic ambiance is unmatched.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (323) 874-7924
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Call us for catering dishes for any occasion. Unfortunately we do not have a catering company to come to your home or business but you can still pick it up. Just call us and we can create any dish for large parties. Let us know
  • Private party facilities
    Call us for details on private parties and large reservations. Restaurant close outs, etc....
  • Neighborhood
    Hollywood
  • Cross street
    Vista and Gardner
  • Parking details
    Have $5 valet in rear of restaurant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hollywood

    Good for groups

  • Hollywood

    Neighborhood gem

  • Hollywood

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Compadre - Hollywood offers an authentic Mexican dining experience with "excellent margaritas" and a "fun atmosphere." Guests rave about the "flaming margaritas" and live Mariachi music. While the food garners mixed reviews, the service is often praised, especially during special occasions. It's a beloved spot for celebrations and group gatherings.

507 Reviews
  1. ZoeJ

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and Service were good. A very fun Hollywood spot

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  2. SherylW

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come here when we want the OG vibe for Mexican food. Solid dishes. Love the flaming margaritas. Service is alway fast and food portions are huge. They have live music and they ambiance is straight out of the 70’s. Red booths, old paintings. Our favorite food is their cerviche appetizer enough for four people! Their fish dishes and fajitas are delish! We come with a few friends or a larger group and they always treat us right. Must make reservations on the weekends.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance. Poor service.. bar understaff, 10 min to order a drink… restaurant service rude, when we said that we loved the life music singer… the waitress answered that she was OK…. What? So sad that the team is so negative. Food not up to expectations…. Lobsters enchiladas cold inside….

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  4. Dawn

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    L O V E El Compadre. So fun! Ask for the Habanero Skinny margarita. It’s not on the menu and it’s off the charts good!

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  5. Donna

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service overall was good except forgot the birthday I had written in request.. the bus boy we had was the amazing!!! .. he was filling our waters clearing our plates and drinks and very friendly he was amazing .. the food was excellent.. the house margarita flaming ones highly recommend..

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  6. Glen

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EXCELLENT, period! El Compadre never disappoints! Their new patio bar is amazing, festive and fun!

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  7. John

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great as was the food. The only downsize is the room does get loud so don't go there if you want top have any serious conversations. Overall I recommend this place if you want good mexican food.

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  8. Ellen

    Naples

    58 reviews

    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There was a lot of food and live music. It was very good.

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  9. SherylW

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy coming here.’love the flaming margaritas cervihe fajitas and enchiladas. Great sized portions. Very old school style and often they have Mexican music on Sundays. A staple for our family dinners.

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  10. Stefano

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Quite good overall, good food, good interiors, nice staff

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FAQs

El Compadre - Hollywood does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. El Compadre - Hollywood also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (323) 874-7924.

El Compadre - Hollywood is rated 4.6 stars by 507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Compadre - Hollywood

7408 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Vista and Gardner
  • Neighborhood
    Hollywood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Have $5 valet in rear of restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (323) 874-7924
  • Catering
    Call us for catering dishes for any occasion. Unfortunately we do not have a catering company to come to your home or business but you can still pick it up. Just call us and we can create any dish for large parties. Let us know
  • Private party facilities
    Call us for details on private parties and large reservations. Restaurant close outs, etc....
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