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    El Pilon

    4.6 (317 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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

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    Outside
    Lynda B.

    This is a market / restaurant with grand wooden tables . Service is excellent the friendliest woman will take your order call you sweetheart and bring hot homemade food to you no number calling no checking to see if you're next just sit back and wait. Pupusas are fat fresh and delicious they have Lorica and queso which is a unique asparagus like flower bud served with cheese and soo good and definitely a must try !

    2 Pastor & 2 Carne Asada Tacos
    Caroline N.

    El Pilon is an unassuming spot in a strip mall that's part bodega, part carniceria, part counter-order restaurant; don't let that fool you though - the food is first class and the prices are right. Everything is made to order so our tacos came out nice and hot. I got al pastor and carne asada - both very flavorful, they satisfied my taco cravings! The salsa bar was self-serve, very fresh and they had the perfect amount of kick to them. What sets this place apart is the staff. Seriously, these are just the nicest, nicest people running this store. So welcoming, friendly, and patient while we mulled over the giant menu. I'll need to come back to try those carne asada fries!

    Chicken/Asada fries
    Manny D.

    I'd recommend this place based on customer service alone. Staff was friendly felt like you were in grandmas kitchen. I had the carne asada fries. My wife made her own taco sampler with chicken, asada, and el pastor. Daughter had her usual chicken quesadilla. All the food was very flavorful. My fav was the asada. Price was decent and serving size was plenty. Def come again but probably try the torta or burrito.

    Eileen F.

    Everything here from the food to the service was immaculate. A really chill, hole-in-the-wall type place with the warmest staff and tasty, authentic food. Our order of carne asada fries were fried to perfection, and all the toppings melded together to create a symphony of flavors in my mouth. I also ordered some pollo and grilled camaron tacos, and the shrimps couldn't be better cooked. It had a nice char on it with the right balance of flavors. The chicken on the hand was a bit dry and not seasoned as aggressively, which made me wish I only ordered the shrimp tacos. I would definitely return to try more items on the menu.

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    Two Chiles Rellenos -- El Pilon Market & Restaurant 322 S Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA 91790 Originally $10.95 -- now $15.95 -- and still absolutely worth going back. This plate ranks in the Top Ten Chiles Rellenos I've experienced across the entire country. From New Orleans, Louisiana to Biloxi, Mississippi, from Erie, Pennsylvania to Washington D.C., Bar Harbor, Maine to NYC, Madison, Wisconsin to St. Paul, Minnesota, Bismarck, North Dakota to Denver, Colorado, Santa Fe, New Mexico to Phoenix, Arizona, Las Vegas, Nevada to Pasadena and Covina, California -- I've walked the map and tasted many, but this one stands out. Perfectly battered, generously filled, flavorful without being greasy. The texture, temperature, and seasoning were exactly right. The rice and beans were fresh and authentic Corn Tortillas FRESHLY MADE-- NO SHORTCUTS. This wasn't just a meal -- it was a moment along my Sovereign Person Pathway. A side journey of spirit, hunger, memory, and meaning. The kind of food that finds you right where you are and reminds you of where you've been. El Pilon is a gem. Whether you're local or walking your own journey across America -- this stop is flame-worthy. Don't miss it. Service Is Good and Market pay first then they bring it to you. However when you pay get yourself a glass of water or other many Beverages they offer. Ask for Salsa sauce solo cups so you can get off the little salsa bar (no ice-- i feel like it should be iced however i still enjoyed the green salsa my favorite) Ambiance is sitting in a Mexican Market for EXCELLENT food.

    Lotto or food ? APR2025
    Franklin M.

    I saw the Lottery sign from outside and wanted to buy some tickets. As soon as we walked in the smell of delicious food filled the air. Too bad I wasn't hungry or I would've ordered some dinner and ate there, they have tables inside. The cashier was very nice as we talked while she printed out my Lottery tickets.

    Menudo
    Soraya S.

    Came here with a group of friends. We were craving recovery menudo and it hit the spot. There is a great ambience here. Service is also great and you're made to feel at home.

    Carne asada fries
    Shirley W.

    We were craving carne asada fries and this came up as a top search on our feed. Walking in you'll see all the market goods up front, they also have vegetables, milk, etc. Basically a mini market. There's a counter for food service, which we ordered carne asada fries and a quesadilla. Once we got our order, we saw the portions and they were huge! The carne asada fries were nicely loaded and the quesadilla is pretty huge. It's nice it also came with guac and sour cream. The carne asada fries were just as we expected and it was all pretty good. The quesadilla could also be a bit too heavy from all the cheese, but my bf really enjoyed it. Solid joint! It's the most authentic taste we tried!

    Salsa
    Chelsea B.

    Amazing carne Asada fries!!!! Well seasoned carne Asada, with fresh toppings, and crispy fries. Easy to share between two people. Love the price only $13.99. There is plenty of parking and seats inside. Like cafeteria seating. Super clean and the service was super nice they bring out the food to you if dining in. The wait took a while but it's worth it because you know you are getting everything made to order. I would definitely come here again to try the other food

    Wet pork burrito in green chili.
    Lily C.

    Was looking for a good burrito place on Yelp and I stumbled onto this place. Had never been here before and their reviews looked good so I decided to them a try. I was not disappointed! I got the wet green chile pork burrow and it's delicious! My mother got carne asada burrito and dad got chicken and they both loved them! Dad said chicken has good flavor and that is usually hard to come by. Will definitely come back.

    Chilaquiles
    Devianna C.

    Ordered 15 minutes ahead of time and it was ready when I came in. It's a great sized portion plate for the price. It's also a market which is convenient if you need to pick up meats or any snacks and refreshments are available as well. They have spices, sauces, and a huge variety on the menu. The restaurant is clean and organized, and there are several tables and chairs. Conveniently located in the parking lot across from the apartments

    masa tamale and cheese beans lol

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    Me and all the baddies love El Pilón no lie the ladies there are so sweet their pastor tacos are gas

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    Good food, authentic hot and fresh. One of the better authentic Mexican food spots in West Covina.

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    3 years ago

    What a great hole in the wall find! Loved their burritos (shrimp and carne) and the beef taquitos were great. Also can't beat the prices.

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    2 years ago

    Bomb meat, definitely recommend coming here! Also have good hot food! Will come again

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    1 year ago

    Excellent place to have a good meal beautiful people, specially the girls, very polite!

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    Best breakfast around. Amazing tacos and salsas. Great service. Chorizo breakfast burrito every time. Small hole in the wall GEM!

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    The best carne Asada in town. Great prices on meat and so…read moretasty especially the prepared meats. The staff is super kind. The owner and her daughter know our son by name and shower him with attention every time we come in for taco Tuesdays, fees like family. My son says it's his favorite spot so we always go back.

    Larios Market was recommended to me by a wonderful fellow Yelper. You know who you are. Thank you!…read more I wanted to get guacamole, salsa, and chips for a team potluck lunch. I got rave reviews on these items that they are super good at Larios so here I am to confirm. This market is located at the corner of Barranca Ave and Arrow Highway in Covina. It's actually a meat market, but they sell produce and other food/dry items plus hot foods. It's a very small place with maybe 3-4 tight aisles. I went straight to the refrigeration area. I saw lots of different salsas and a handful of guacamole. At first glance, the appearance of the guac did not look appealing to me. It looked brown and kind of watery at the top. I was hesitant to get them, but since they were recommended, I got 3 of them. Now looking back, I should have only gotten one just to try them. It was not that great IMHO. Maybe they were not made that day and have been hanging around for a day or so. However, the roasted red salsa was really really good... I would highly recommend this one. Pico de gallo was decent. Crab ceviche was just okay... too much of the V8 taste. I ended up buying 6 containers and spent over $50 on guac and salsa. Probably more than I need. I didn't bother with the chips as they look more on the oily side. Anyway, staff was nice and helpful. Check out was fast as it wasn't super busy at the time. Parking is limited. They do have a few tables and stools outside in front of the market for those who want to eat here after their food purchase. I'm not sure if I would come back for the guac, but I may come back for the roasted red salsa and possibly their tacos and burritos.

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    4.7
    (105 reviews)
    10.7 mi
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    7:30PM June 19, 2026…read more Meat To Go! Do you like barbecuing? How about just making your own fresh dishes at home? Need something to make your hot pot or barbecue special? This is the place! Just keep in mind that everything is high quality & with high quality means you are spending extra cash money $$$. This lowkey spot is facing the north bound side of las tunas close to a dominoes pizza. In between Ardmore Dr & Santa Anita St. Across from a hospital(San Gabriel Medical Center) Right next to Dumplings To Go[They have good dumplings there too]. Parking should be easy on Las Tunas but if it looks packed then you can easily go to the back between Ardmore dr & Santa Anita behind dominos and walk around to their only entrance in the front. Once inside on your right you will see all the different choices of food from cuts like A5 Japanese Wagyu to lamb skewers. They also have tofu, mushrooms, condiments and other hotpot essentials. They accept both cash and card inside. No restrooms. Just buy what you like and go. All of their quality meats are your average tastiness; food tastes better than your regular grocery stores. During summer you can find their Summer Skewer Special only on Fridays Saturdays & Sundays in the back. I between believe their hours are 3PM-8PM some times they open later like 9PM CASH ONLY for this special time. I been coming here for two years for their ribeyes by snake rivers farm and angus prime. Well now since they started their skewers cook out, I had to suggest to them(last week) to have their Wagyu skewers. bomb! They specialize is fresh meat to go. They just added wet aged wet two months ago. tender! Thank you Tim for being such a good man! Renata you are great grill master.

    Meat To Go is a great spot when you're planning a skewer night and don't want to deal with all the…read moreprep yourself. You go in, pick the raw skewers you want from their huge selection, and they pack everything fresh for you. They've got a wide variety of meats and marinades, so it's easy to mix and match and try different flavors in one meal. Everything looks fresh and well seasoned, and once you get it on the grill it gives you that legit street BBQ skewer feel at home. It's perfect for gatherings or a weekend cookout because all the hard work is already done for you. The only downside is the price. It adds up pretty quickly, especially when you start grabbing multiple skewers because there are so many good options. Definitely more of a special occasion or group meal type of place rather than an everyday buy. Still, for the quality, convenience, and the variety they offer, it's a really fun and unique spot when you're craving skewers and want something different from the usual.

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    "RETAIL BEEF CUTS"
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    Pork belly skewers
    A5 Japanese wagyu $11 dollars per skewer

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    Alexander's Prime Meats and Catering

    Alexander's Prime Meats and Catering

    4.7
    (177 reviews)
    10.2 mi
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    Alexander's (in Howie's Market) has been our go-to for quality meats for the last ten years…read more Sometimes a Costco steak hits just fine, but sometimes you want that juicy, marbled American Wagyu and they have had it here without fail. It's not "fake" American wagyu that's barely prime grade either--the marbling is a perfect balance between the richness of Australian/Japanese wagyus and a regular prime. The staff here are generally friendly and very helpful, and work hard to get you what you want. The only issue I've had over the years was one of the older guys behind the counter charging us for something much more expensive than what we actually asked for, and we had to drive all the way back to get a refund. Not sure what the deal was since we ran into him when getting the refund and he seemed annoyed rather than apologetic lol. But! Aside from that, everyone's great. When they're busy, grab a number from the corner and they'll call. There's a great selection in the case of just about every type of meat including fresh seafood. Bought a slab of Icelandic cod today as well because it looked so nice. If you order a lot, they'll ring you up in the back, otherwise they'll let you bring it to the front checkout to pay.

    Prime rib is delicious And my son who's a chef bought some…read moreso he can make his own version ,their prime rib pre-cooked was very good! My son also said they have quite beautiful selection of high-quality ingredients there. I just happened to find the store by accident on Yelp!!! and we will be going there when we feel like having some ! So that old question where is the beef, it's in San Gabriel at Alexander's!!!

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    Prime rib, dry aged and ready to be trimmed.
    Prime rib, dry aged and ready to be trimmed.
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    Dry aged at least 21 days in our coolers. Making this prime beef even more tender and flavorful.

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    Dry aged at least 21 days in our coolers. Making this prime beef even more tender and flavorful.

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