I wish I could rate this long time Montrose establishment higher as I came here as a kid several…read moretimes in the 90s. Unfortunately it was quite disappointing in the food quality, service and ambiance. It's rather outdated and the place smells like someone smoked Marlboros in there in 2010 and the smell never left the walls and carpet. The setting was dim and sleepy which is ok, but the place didn't feel so clean. The plates were hotter than the food and it wasn't anything special. They aren't a place that offers carne asada so that should tell you something. I overheard a server telling patrons that they are very understaffed and we went on cinco de Mayo. Drinks weren't anything special and the price compared to the food quality, ambiance and experience didn't match. I hope they see my review and take these considerations to heart as I would love to see a 1955 establishment stay open and thrive with the newer generations to come. Remodel, hire new cooks, staff more people, improve your drinks.

I had a really bad day so my friend took me here for lunch. We ordered a shredded beef burrito with…read morered sauce. It was ok. Nothing special. The chips and salsa were amazing. Probably the best salsa I've ever had with chunks of tomatoes and not too spicy. The drink I ordered was a pina colada with some sort of lava shot which was amazing. I was quite tipsy from it. Service was great and friendly. The ambiance old style Mexican restaurant but clean and lots of space.

Food here is incredible .! I like to order a burrito de asada . And it so so delicious! Service is…read morefast . I love how they have so many drinks. And everyone here is so cool and friendly.

Very solid place and tasty. Highly recommend. A lot of the clientele are from the home-land so…read morethat's a sign it's a legit spot. Recommend the carne asada.

(Dined/Drank 06/15/26 MO @ 4:00pm): El sol brillaba intensamente sobre este restaurante familiar!…read more An old friend from elementary school reached out to me out of the blue and invited me to El Sol Family Restaurant to catch up and to also see other longtime friends and former colleagues over happy hour. Apparently, my friend and other mutual colleagues/friends still kept in touch with each other on a regular basis (I wasn't good about that) and met here fairly often on Mondays. My schedule was always difficult, but on this fateful date, I was available and geeked to hang out with people I haven't seen in over a decade easily. Having served Montrose since 2002, they have since become a pillar of the community with their family recipes and fresh homemade cuisine. I was surprised I'd never heard of this place since I grew up in the area and still relatively frequented it. Would my first time at the sun be my last, or would the family feel (and happy hour!) bring me back!? PURCHASE(S) Chips & Salsa (COMP): Both homemade, the chips were crispy and warm while the salsas were spicy and warm - arriba! Blended Mango Margarita Blended ($7.00 HH): Mango flavor throughout with enough tequila, this was a nice way to start my imbibing on this hot day! Asada Street Tacos 2pc ($5.00 HH): Marinated tender beef with diced white onion, this was simplicity at its best! Carnitas Street Tacos 2pc ($5.00 HH): Same as the asada tacos but chicken! Strawberry Margarita On The Rocks ($7.00 HH): Fruity and sweet with just enough tequila but more ice than I liked. Bean & Cheese Nachos ($5.00 HH): Hot beans and melty cheese, this was very basic but served its purpose. Peach Margarita On The Rocks ($7.00 HH): Refreshing but same as the strawberry version. Cheese Quesadilla + Chicken ($5.00 + $1.00 HH): Another dish that helped to absorb the alcohol with a decent amount of chicken. Bohemia Pilsner Beer 4.7% ABV 12floz Bottle ($5.00 HH): Bright amber color, malty aroma, light body, malty sweet warm watery flavor, crisp finish, and light malty sweet watery aftertaste. A slightly elevated Mexican cerveza - salud! Pacifico Clara Lager Beer 4.5% ABV 12floz Bottle ($5.00 HH): Bright amber color, malty salty aroma, light body, malty warm watery flavor, clean finish, and light malty watery aftertaste. An easy-breezy beer! SERVICE Warmly greeted by a young gentleman who ended up also being our server. I was the first to arrive, and when I mentioned my friends' names, he took me to their standard booth, gave me a menu, a glass of water, and complimentary chips and salsa. He returned moments later, took my first of many orders, and as our ever-growing party kept showing up, he was on us with such ease while he kept his head on a swivel as orders came from all directions. He was the bomb - muchas gracias! PARKING (FREE): They shared parking within a small strip mall that featured a handful of other businesses such a laundromat, a liquor store, and more. Otherwise, there were many spots along the main drag of Honolulu Ave. - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A casual clean somewhat packed floor plan with two dining areas (the main front and the side) filled with a mix of booths and partitioned tables, I didn't notice an actual bar, and minimal cultural decorations added some splash along with some 2026 World Cup fever. Plenty of natural lighting entered through the front doors and windows while an assortment of electric ceiling lights would've covered the rest as it got darker. There were several low-volume TVs throughout while I couldn't recall any background music. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I had a fun time at El Sol Family Restaurant mainly because I caught up with so many people I haven't seen in so many years and to be introduced to a new business to me with a very good happy hour. I hoped to join them for more happy hours and actually try their full menu. The food was yummy, the prices very affordable, the menu was rather sizable, and the service was awesome. Plus, I preferred to support small mom & pop businesses whenever possible. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $60.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

Ate here 8.13 2026…read more Shrimp Diablo platter. Ate ALL of it i was starving I did notice that the shrimp were not cooked.All the way - the hot sauce on top was covering it Super sick soon after. I missed my flight this morning as I was worried, I would continue to be sick on the plane. I will post a copy of my receipt showing what I ate. I can't imagine what else it could have been because I only had rice and beans and a side of lettuce.

There's a real lack of good Mexican food in Glendale. Thank God for Panther, catering offering up…read moresolid B grade Mexican food.

i randomly pulled up to this food truck when i was driving by and had to check them out especially…read moresince their truck is the color pink. they have street parking right in front of their street which was nice. i was checking out their menu and lots and lots of Mexican food options which looked really delicious! i was craving a burger so i ended up getting myself their hamburger combo. the hamburger comes with 2 double patties, cheese, shredded lettuce, & tomato's. i always ask for grilled onions. burger was really good and juicy!! fat burger too with the double patties! burger rate : 8.5 / 10 the hamburger combo also comes with fries on the side and their fries are really good. a bit thin but really good. nice crunch and yummy seasoning. French fries rate : 7.5 / 10 the lady who helped me with my order was really nice and helpful. the service was great. my food was made at a timely manner. i will most definitely come back and try some Mexican food that they have on their menu!

Really like the food, the drinks, and the friendly staff, but not necessarily in that order. And…read moredon't forget the guacamole.

Our food and drinks were top notch. Our server as always was so good to us. We love the guac and…read morethe margaritas are the best in town.

Probably the best pastor in the area. Everything else on the menu also solid, and the prices are…read morevery fair. Can't go wrong with their tacos, burritos, quesadillas, etc. Easy parking, friendly guys, and great food.

Don't let the number of reviews fool you, this place is an absolute gem. I had three tacos al…read morepastor and they were sublime -- the meat was flavorful and juicy, the tortillas weren't soggy and the salsas were also remarkably good. Three tacos and a generously sized burrito came out to under $20, so not a bad price either. I will 100% be back when the next taco craving strikes.

The flavor is amazing is totally home made. Delicious !!!!…read more By 27 years live in a Glendale and enjoy the tacos or burritos

I've been coming to this place for 15 years. This place used to be great. Sadly, the quality of…read moreproduct has gone down and the price for a carne asada burrito is now $15 before tax. I have to give them two thumbs down Never going back.

Really great tacos with just the right amount of sauce and toppings for $2 a pop (in 2023 at least,…read morelet's see what inflation does when you visit dear reader). Our orders came out lightning quick. Got the carnitas, pastor, and asada and each was great.

There's a lot of questions I had after eating here:…read more 1) How are they currently cooking in a non-air conditioned food truck in 97 degree LA weather? 2) How are they surviving selling tacos at a mere $1.50 a pop? 3) Why isn't there a huge line in front of this truck 24/7? 4) WHY ARE THE TACOS SO FRICKIN GOOD??? Sometimes there are some mysteries that don't have answers. Sometimes, we just to have accept things for what they are. And these, are just some really good, cheap tacos. Here's what I tried: (from best to good-but-not-the-best-because-none-of-the-tacos-are-bad) 1) CABEZA: Basically head meat. Its so luscious and tender. Comes with salsa verde, chopped onions, and cilantro. They seriously pile the meat on these tacos. 2) LENGUA: comes with every thing the cabeza tacos have but with tongue meat. Still very tender but not as tender as the cabeza. Honestly, you can go either or and still have a great time feasting. 3) CARNE ASADA: They use a mixture of ground meat/steak. I prefer my carne asada 100% steak but for $1.50, I'm not complaining. The best part is the grill on the meat! Smoky, charred, and plenty of flavor. These tacos are paired with a spicy red chili sauce and topped with onions and cilantro. 4) AL PASTOR: This was my least favorite taco. It reminded me less of al pastor and more bbq pulled pork. It was very sweet and needed some extra char to balance it out. Otherwise, still pretty good but not my fave. Y'all, if you're ever in the neighborhood, drop by and support the food truck and leave a tip. It'll still be cheaper than any other decent taco 'round here. WOOOO!