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El Cholo - Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT

El Cholo - Salt Lake City

4.7
4.7
130 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
In the heart of Sugar House, El Cholo has been serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since 1923. Reservations recommended.

We have complimentary parking behind our restaurant. Free street parking is plentiful. Also, AFTER 5:30PM we have secured the lot next door at the Kimball Office Complex at 2178 South 900 East.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (385) 426-2166
  • Website
    http://www.elcholo.com/slc.html
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    2166 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2325
  • Neighborhood
    Salt Lake City
  • Cross street
    Additional parking lot next door. There is signage of parking.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking

Menu

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What 130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Utah

    Kid-friendly

  • Salt Lake City

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Cholo in Salt Lake City delights with "awesome Mexican food" and "excellent service." Patrons rave about the "best chimichangas" and "incredible green corn tamales." The atmosphere is inviting, though some find it "a bit pricey." With a "beautiful restaurant" and "friendly staff," it's a must-try dining experience.

130 Reviews

  1. Jennie

    VIP

    Boise

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good. Could have been warmer . The food was lukewarm and same with Hot Chocolate. The Hot Chocolate however was amazing! It’s made table side .

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  2. Tom

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time to this restaurant as it is fairly new to the area. Before I went I sent a message via their website to ask about specific options. I received a fantastic response and it made me feel very comfortable about going. Everything about the restaurant was great, we will definitely be going back.

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  3. M

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best authentic Mexican food I have had in a really long time. There were 7 of us and we each ordered something different on the menu. We were all impressed with the quality and flavor of the food. We will definitely be back!!

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    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! One of the best Mexican food restaurants in SLC.

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  5. Jennifer

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a party of 11 great service and food! Shared chicken fajitas with the hubs

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  6. raymond

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Mexican food is what I wanted and it’s what I got. I left California in 2006 and have been searching for a great place since. I found it in El Cholo

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  7. Michael

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Filet Mignon tacos and the seafood enchiladas were amazing. The margaritas were also great. Grace was great and very attentive. We will be coming back again.

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  8. Mackenzie

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, authentic, delicious food and margaritas. What more could you want from a Mexican restaurant?!

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  9. maridee

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique Mexican restaurant, good food, not your typical Utah Mexican restaurant. A little on the pricey side.

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  10. Kristin

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent authentic Mexican cuisine. Really enjoyed.

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FAQs

El Cholo - Salt Lake City is rated 4.7 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for El Cholo - Salt Lake City

2166 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2325

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Additional parking lot next door. There is signage of parking.
  • Neighborhood
    Salt Lake City
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking
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