Boyle Heights · Mexican · Burritos · Comfort Food
Boyle Heights institution since 1952 — Manuel's Special burrito is a 5-pound behemoth of carnitas and beans that defines East LA eating
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.
El Tepeyac Cafe is known for boyle heights institution since 1952 — manuel's special burrito is a 5-pound behemoth of carnitas and beans that defines east la eating. Must-try dishes include Manuel's Special burrito and Huevos rancheros.
El Tepeyac Cafe is priced at $ — approx. under $25 per person.
El Tepeyac Cafe takes reservations by phone. Call (323) 268-1960 to book.