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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Tacos El Chido 7.9
Hollywood
A late-night Santa Monica Boulevard taco spot with a strong following for crisp-edged al pastor and a wide meat roster. The vibe is simple and transactional, but the tortillas and toppings keep people coming back after hours.
Must-Try Dishes: Al pastor tacos, Tripas tacos, Mulitas
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.4 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Open-late taqueria turning out pastor with real trompo flavor.
Who should go: Night owls and taco traditionalists
When to visit: After 9pm when cravings hit
What to order: Pastor, tripas, mulitas
Insider tip: Go for the handmade tortilla options when available.

Hours

Monday6:30pm - 1am
Tuesday6:30pm - 1am
Wednesday6:30pm - 1am
Thursday6:30pm - 1am
Friday6:30pm - 3am
Saturday6:30pm - 3am
SundayClosed