El Chato Taco Truck
El Chato is a late-night taco truck at the southwest corner of Olympic Boulevard and La Brea Avenue in Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles.
Overview
LAist listed El Chato in 2015 among the city's essential tacos, noting that it opens in the evening and regularly draws lines. LosAngeles.com later described it as a Westside institution open until 3 a.m. Its corner location sits on a busy stretch of Mid-Wilshire between Hancock Park and Mid-City.
Menu
El Chato is known for carne asada and al pastor tacos topped with a chipotle salsa, sold at low prices. LAist described the tacos as inexpensive, at about a dollar each at the time, and noted that customers often wait in line once the truck opens. Its current hours have not been confirmed by a recent source.
Reviews
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References
- "10 Amazing Tacos You Need To Try In Los Angeles". LAist. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
- "Best Tacos in Los Angeles 2026 - Ultimate Taco Guide". LosAngeles.com. Retrieved 2026-10-10.