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    El Caporal

    4.3 (257 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood, Burgers
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Joey R.

    I stopped here today for lunch and I am ordering the combo plate with a beef hard shell taco and a cheese enchilada and rice and beans and a ice tea This place has plenty of parking in the rear besides street parking. They have plenty of seating inside Everyone I spoke with recommended this place. They have a large selection of items on their menu. I recommend this place to others

    Shrimp tacos
    Craig M.

    Si si si, this place is so quaint and inviting. The service was great, kind attentive and genuine. The Shrimp tacos I had were fresh and delicious. I cannot recommend this place more.

    Quesa- Birria Taco with a side rice and beans

    Stopped by after my hike at Mt. Wilson and found an absolute hidden gem. From the moment I walked in, it felt like I stepped straight into my Tía's house for Sunday lunch. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and the staff make you feel like you're part of the family. The quesabirria tacos were amazing! They're so rich,flavorful, and so fresh it felt like they handled everything start to finish that same day. The agua de tamarindo was perfect refreshing, balanced, and not overly sweet. My family ordered machaca, beef tacos, and a shrimp cocktail and they all agreed the food had true authentic Mexican flavors. You can truly taste Puebla, Mexico right here in SoCal. Next time I'm in the area I'm stopping by, I'm going straight for the mole! Puebla style mole is straight fire!

    Franky T.

    I'm never one to leave reviews and this has nothing to do with the service but more so the food and amount paid for it. I don't think $16 for a salad like this is acceptable. Therefore I'm leaving this review in hopes that they either fix their pricing or food quality. Pricing there was a bit much however I don't complain cause it is what it is. I paid almost $45 for a salad, torta and coke. Don't know if it has to do with location or anything but just thought I'd leave this review.

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    I always come here or order out for dinner. The staff is super friendly and they have like the Best tortas!

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    Amazing staff, love them. Good food. Seafood. Quesadilla delish but pretty thin. Still good though

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    Excellent mole, delicious fresh salsa, and a tasty piece of flan for dessert. Great find in Altadena.

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    Ordered delivery, everything was tasty..had chicken fajitas, excellent!! Will definitely order again!!

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    Super friendly staff, amazing food. I got the Chile Verde burrito-yummm!!!!! I will definitely be back!!!

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    So good! Classic Mexican. Yum. I got Carnitas plate. Delivery person got a bit lost. Food was awesome .

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    Excellent mole enchiladas, the seasoning was just right! Really enjoyed the food and the service was great.

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    From the made fresh guacamole to the seasonal mole dishes, everything is great here. The employees are very kind and prompt with your order.

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    Hands down my favorite crispy tacos and incredible molcajete!!! Lovely staff. One of my go tos :)

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