Evil Cooks
Evil Cooks is a heavy metal Mexican fusion taqueria in Los Angeles with 2025 recognition from LA Taco, LA Times, and James Beard.
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- Address
- 3333 N Eastern Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90032
- Phone
- (323) 332-2336
- Website
- evilcooksla.com
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Heavy metal Mexican fusion taqueria
Heavy metal Mexican fusion taqueria sets the lane for Evil Cooks, which serves lunch and dinner with casual service and a lively noise level. Standard pacing suits a planned taco stop.
The Poseidon, The McSatan, and tom yum aguachile
The Poseidon and The McSatan sit alongside The Simmons and tom yum aguachile, giving the menu named anchors beyond a single taco order. Casual dress keeps the plan low-friction.
2025 LA Taco, LA Times, and James Beard recognition
LA Taco placed it at #8 in 2025, while LA Times ranked it #53 that year and James Beard named it a semifinalist.
Nearby-ish Comparables
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evil Cooks | Heavy Metal Mexican Fusion Taqueria | $$$ | El Sereno |
| Le Dräq | Tex-Mex Bäco Fusion | $$$ | Old Bank District |
| Javier's DTLA | Polished Coastal Mexican | $$$ | Downtown |
| Daisy | Modern Mexican Cantina | $$$ | Sherman Oaks |
| Saby’s | Mexican Comfort Food | $$ | South Robertson |
| A Tí Los Angeles | Modern Mexican Fusion | $$$ | Angelino Heights |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
LA Taco Best Tacos in LA #8
LA Taco
LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #53
LA Times
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At a Glance
- Trendy
- Energetic
- Industrial
- Whimsical
- Casual Hangout
- Late Night
- Open Kitchen
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 4–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 4–9 PM
- Thursday
- 4–9 PM
- Friday
- 4–9 PM
- Saturday
- 12–9 PM
- Sunday
- 12–5 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dark, edgy atmosphere with black walls covered in heavy metal posters, loud metal music, and a barbed-wire fenced back patio featuring standing coffins, blood-crying angels, and a grim reaper statue.