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El Tepeyac Cafe

Boyle Heights institution since 1952 — Manuel's Special burrito is a 5-pound behemoth of carnitas and beans that defines East LA eating

★★★★½ 4.5  (4,800) $ Mon–Wed 6 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun 6 AM–10 PM

About El Tepeyac Cafe

El Tepeyac has been feeding Boyle Heights since Manuel Rojas opened it in 1952, and the restaurant's most famous creation — Manuel's Special — is still served the same way: a flour tortilla wrapped around a pound of carnitas, beans, and chile colorado that requires two hands and a plan. It is the kind of burrito that other burritos aspire to be. The breakfast plates are equally serious: huevos rancheros with hand-pressed tortillas and house salsa that has been refined over seven decades. Cash only, which keeps things efficient and honest.

Must-try dishes

Manuel's Special burritoHuevos rancherosChiles rellenos
Address
812 N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Hours
Mon–Wed 6 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun 6 AM–10 PM
Parking
Street parking on Evergreen Ave
Reservations
Walk-in; cash only; can get busy at lunch

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Frequently asked questions

What is El Tepeyac Cafe known for?

El Tepeyac Cafe is boyle Heights institution since 1952 — Manuel's Special burrito is a 5-pound behemoth of carnitas and beans that defines East LA eating. Regulars order manuel's special burrito and huevos rancheros.

How expensive is El Tepeyac Cafe?

El Tepeyac Cafe is priced at $ — approx. under $20 per person.

How do I make a reservation at El Tepeyac Cafe?

El Tepeyac Cafe takes reservations by phone — call (323) 268-1960 to book.

Where is El Tepeyac Cafe?

El Tepeyac Cafe is at 812 N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033, in Boyle Heights. Street parking on Evergreen Ave

What are El Tepeyac Cafe's hours?

El Tepeyac Cafe is open Mon–Wed 6 AM–9 PM · Thu–Sun 6 AM–10 PM. Hours can change on holidays — confirm on Google Maps before a long drive.