El Tepeyac Cafe
El Tepeyac Cafe is a classic Mexican taqueria in Los Angeles with Hollenbeck, Machaca, and Manuel’s Special burritos.
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- Address
- 812 N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033
- Phone
- (323) 268-1960
- Website
- rebrand.ly
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats ranking
Opinionated About Dining ranked El Tepeyac Cafe #504 in Cheap Eats in North America in 2025, after #517 in 2024 and a Recommended placement in 2023.
Hollenbeck, Machaca, and Manuel’s Special burritos
Hollenbeck Burrito, Machaca Burrito, and Manuel’s Special Burrito anchor the order at this classic Mexican taqueria, so the page reads as burrito-led rather than broad Mexican dining.
812 N Evergreen Ave with lively casual meals
812 N Evergreen Ave puts it in Los Angeles, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner fitting a casual, standard-paced meal. Lively noise makes it better for an informal stop than a quiet meeting.
Where It Fits
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Tepeyac Cafe | Classic Mexican Taqueria | $ | Boyle Heights |
| HomeState | Texas-Style Breakfast Tacos | $ | East Hollywood |
| Los 5 Puntos | Authentic Mexican Taqueria | $ | Boyle Heights |
| Tacos Los Cholos | Authentic Mexican Street Tacos | $$ | Central Los Angeles / Multiple Locations |
| Santa Cecilia Mexican Food | Authentic Mexican Street Food | $ | Boyle Heights |
| Broken Spanish | Modern Mexican Comedor | $$ | Downtown |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #504
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #517
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended
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At a Glance
- Classic
- Cozy
- Well Known
- Low Profile Address
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Historic Building
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Tuesday
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Wednesday
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Thursday
- 6 AM–7 PM
- Friday
- 6 AM–8 PM
- Saturday
- 6 AM–8 PM
- Sunday
- 6 AM–7 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Casual, spotless, and homey atmosphere in a small, expanded house with friendly long-term staff, counter seating, and lively crowds.