El Carmen Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to El Carmen, a vibrant Mexican eatery tucked away on W 3rd St in Los Angeles. This lively spot is celebrated for its eclectic Lucha Libre decor and a menu that brings authentic flavors to life. Whether you're after a cozy date night or a fun after-work outing, El Carmen delivers a delightful atmosphere paired with an impressive array of culinary delights.
- Margaritas: Renowned for their unbeatable happy hour, El Carmen offers some of the best margaritas in LA, including fresh flavors like strawberry and guava.
- Tacos: The taco selection, featuring everything from shrimp to beef, is bursting with flavor, with generous portions that keep customers coming back for more.
- Street Corn and Taquitos: Don't miss the tasty street corn and savory chorizo taquitos, perfect for sharing.
With friendly service and an energetic vibe, El Carmen is indeed a go-to destination for memorable meals that offer a true taste of Mexico.
PLATOS PEQUENOS
Sopa de Tortilla
Topped with cotija queso, cilantro, tortilla chips (Vegetarian Item)
Camarones Borrachos
Shrimp soused in tequila served with jalapeno aioli
Ceviche
Snapper and shrimp marinated in fresh lime juice topped with pico de gallo, served on a tostada chip
Elote
Dressed with mayonnaise, cotija queso, chili powder (Vegetarian Item)
Ensalada
Romaine lettuce, green cabbage, cotija queso, avocado, frijoles negros, corn, tomato, tortilla strips, tossed in cilantro yogurt dressing (Vegetarian Item)
Quesadilla
Grilled flour tortilla filled with queso mixto, topped with pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream (Vegetarian Item)
Nachos
Tortilla chips, jack cheese, frijoles negros, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno, topped with guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream (Vegetarian Item)
Tomal
House-made tamale served in salsa verde and crema fresca (Vegetarian Item)
COMPARTIDOS
ACOMPANIMENTOS
Frijoles Negros
Vegetarian Item
Arroz
Vegetarian Item
Guacamole
Vegetarian Item
Pollo, Carnitas, or Chorizo
Asada, Pescado, or Hongo
Hongo - Vegetarian Item
Asada
Grass fed carne asada, cilantro, salsa de arbol
Pollo
Free range chicken, cilantro, salsa verde
Carnitas
Slow-roasted pork, chicharones, cilantro, salsa verde
Camaron
Grilled shrimp, cabbage, jalapeno aioli
Pescado
Grilled snapper, green cabbage, tartar sauce, salsa verde
Hongo
Sauteed crimini mushrooms, cilantro, queso manchego (Vegetarian item)
Papas
Creamy russet potatoes, pico de gallo, crispy lettuce, served in a crunchy taco shell (Vegetarian Item)
TACOS
PLATOS (served with frijoles negros & arroz)
Combination de Tacos
Any two tacos (pollo, carnitas, hongo, or papas) carne asada or pescado add 1, camaron add 2 (Papas and Hongo - Vegetarian Item)
Combination de Flautas
Two fried flour tortillas filled with your choice of pollo, papas, or carnitas served with guacamole & salsa (Papas - Vegetarian Item)
Combination de Enchiladas
Three pollo or queso enchiladas covered with salsa picosa (Queso Enchildas - Vegetarian Item)
La Bamba
Apple fritters served with vanilla ice cream drizzled in caramel sauce (Vegetarian Item)
Pastel Mexicano
Spicy chocolate molten cake, vanilla ice cream (Vegetarian Option)
POSTRE
BEBIDAS DE LA CASA
Alex's OG
El Jimador Blanco House Infused Pineapple Tequila, Chile, Cilantro Syrup, Lime Juice served with a Tajin Rim
Dos Caras
21 Seeds Jalapeno and Cucumber Infused Blanco, Lime Juice, Lemon, Agave Nectar served up
Escandalosa
Verde Momento Mezcal, Agave Nectar, Watermelon Juice. Lime Juice. Mint served with a Tajin Rim
La Seductora
Pueblo Viejo Reposado, Agave Nectar, Watermelon Juice, Lime Juice, Mint served with a Tajin Rim
Black Magic Mujera
Uruapan Charanda, Blood Orange, Lime Juice, Agave, Pineapple Juice,
La Parka
Ilegal Mezcal, Cilantro Syrup, Lime Juice served with a Chipotle Salt Rim
Cucumber Mint Margarita
Pueblo Viejo Reposado, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Cucumber, and Mint
Spicy Margarita
Jalapeno Infused Pueblo Viejo Blanco, Agave Nectar, and Lime Juice
Classic Margarita
El Jimador Blanco, Agave Nectar, and Lime Juice. Guava add 3, Strawberry add 3