January 09,2025
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El Matador Authentic Mexican Food 
is a culinary gem located in Pasadena, CA, celebrated for its rich flavors, vibrant atmosphere, and dedication to authentic Mexican cuisine. This family-owned establishment has become a local favorite, offering a dining experience that seamlessly combines traditional recipes with a warm and inviting ambiance.
The menu at El Matador is thoughtfully curated, featuring a wide array of dishes to satisfy every palate. From sizzling fajitas and handcrafted tacos to cheesy enchiladas and hearty burritos, each dish is prepared using the freshest ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques. Signature items include their flavorful carne asada, tender carnitas, and spicy chile rellenos, all bursting with authentic Mexican spices and seasonings. Vegetarian options and customizable plates ensure that everyone finds a dish they love.
Complementing the savory dishes are refreshing beverages such as horchata, tamarindo, and other traditional aguas frescas, alongside an extensive selection of margaritas and imported Mexican beers. For dessert, guests can indulge in sweet favorites like churros or creamy flan.
El Matador prides itself on providing exceptional service, whether you’re enjoying a sit-down meal in the cozy dining area, grabbing a quick takeout, or planning a catered event. With a commitment to quality and a passion for Mexican culture, this restaurant is more than just a place to eat – it’s a destination for celebrating the rich culinary traditions of Mexico.
Perfect for family gatherings, casual meals, or special occasions, El Matador Authentic Mexican Food invites you to experience a true taste of Mexico in the heart of Pasadena.
Place is clean and staff are nice. Food is good . So my Family ordered chicken mole, flautas, Carne asada tacos, Shrimp with red sauce and cow tongue with green sauce and everything was delicious. They also brought out a Habanero green hot sauce which was good.But not spicy for my taste buds.As you know I like spice! So let me just review the food now the Chicken mole was really good , Although it did kind of taste like donya maria's mole I would recommend it for those who don't like Mole that's too strong. The floutas were good.I ordered chicken and it was really tasty.It was juicy and the flavor was there.I love the crunchy flour tortilla. The tacos were good.It was beef and they come with green sauce and red sauce.Both were good, very flavorful.Typical taco meal love it! So The shrimps and red sauce Is supposed to be hot, but I'm immune to hot sauces.This was really good.Has a good kick and it's delicious.The shrimps are big and it feels you up.I would order this again. And last But not least the Cow tongue in green sauce.That one is my favorite , I actually ordered this couple of times that I've been here.This one is Best it comes with Tomatillo green sauce and onion. Now all of the dishes come with rice and beans.And those are really good too.I highly recommend this place ten outta ten
I ordered tamales and rice for my bday party recently. They were both excellent!! Everyone was very helpful in making suggestions such as getting the tamale sauces and getting the oven safe containers. We kept them in the oven on low and then served them from a hot plate. They stayed moist and warm. Thank you all for making my party a success!!
Great food / portions / service!! We had the catfish and beef tongue plate. Both were delicious!! Catfish was cooked perfectly and crispy on the outside. Beef tongue was tender. Portions were large.
As a vegetarian, I was disappointed to learn that both the beans and the rice and "pretty much everything" was made with animal fat (not butter, but lard). Nothing here is vegetarian. The food is excellent, but it made us super sick. Tread cautiously.
This is five stars for a little Mom and Pop neighborhood place with delicious food. Can't really ask for more. The proprietor(s) replaced the old Mijares East, and the place is about the same. This was my first visit. I had the mole enchilada with extra rice, skipping the frijoles. The mole was sensational but the enchilada was a little brief. Next time, I'll have two enchiladas. They were different from what I was used to, some cooked vegetables inside (I think I saw tomato and green pepper, but not too much). Yes, there will be a next time, and a next, and a next. Friendly service. Substantial take-out clientele but plenty of tables to eat, inside and out. I always suggest paying cash in these little places so that the banks don't get their 6% juice (they do more than wet their big beaks!).