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El Cholo - Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT

El Cholo - Salt Lake City

4.6 (154)
$30 and under
Mexican
2166 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2325

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
In the heart of Sugar House, El Cholo has been serving classic dishes and margaritas in a traditional setting since 1923. Reservations recommended.

We have complimentary parking behind our restaurant. Free street parking is plentiful. Also, AFTER 5:30PM we have secured the lot next door at the Kimball Office Complex at 2178 South 900 East.

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What 154 people are saying

El Cholo - Salt Lake City reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Utah

    Good for groups

  • Utah

    Mexican

  • Salt Lake City

    Child-friendly

  • Salt Lake City

    Good for groups

Review summary

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El Cholo in Salt Lake City offers "fantastic food and service," with authentic Mexican cuisine that is "exceptional" and made with care. Guests love the "generous portions," "amazing margaritas," and a "cozy ambiance" that feels like home. The "friendly and attentive staff" and "unique experience" make it a must-visit spot.
154 Reviews
  1. Lynn

    Salt Lake City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks and service are all very good. I like that they have some parking too. They are a little more pricey than other Mexican food.

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  2. Dain

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably the best mole poblano in the State of Utah!

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  3. Todd

    Salt Lake City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Mexican food. The staff was friendly and took good care of us. Tableside guacamole was very good.

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  4. Duane

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the very best Mexican food with the highest quality of ingredients in wonderful flavors. This is a unique experience equaled by none.

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  5. Tom

    Salt Lake City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    El Cholo is a very good choice for Mexican food in Salt Lake City. The food and drinks are fantastic and the service is second to none. Sophie was our server and she was fantastic!

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  6. Paul VIP

    Salt Lake City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good service! Food is well above average but affordable.

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  7. Raymond

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great— and large portions! The service was fantastic!

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  8. Julie VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent and I loved the delicious food!

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  9. Kari

    Salt Lake City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the food & service at El Cholo. Great drinks & great food. My favorite are the cheese enchiladas.

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  10. MichelleS

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Margaritas were great and cocktail prices were normal - not $28! Food was great and we had a great server. Restaurant is very cute and the rooftop will be great in the spring and summer! We will go back.

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El Cholo - Salt Lake City is rated 4.6 stars by 154 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
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2166 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2325

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Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Additional parking lot next door. There is signage of parking.
  • Area
    Salt Lake City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
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