El Matador
El Matador is a late-night taco truck at Western Avenue and Lexington Avenue in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, known for its al pastor.
Overview
El Matador parks at 1174 N. Western Avenue, at the Lexington Avenue corner on the border of East Hollywood and Hollywood. Time Out Los Angeles profiled the truck in 2013, describing a short menu and taqueros who keep serving until 4 a.m. The following year LAist listed it as an honorable mention in its guide to the city's best taco trucks.
Menu
Tacos were $1.25 each at the time of the Time Out profile, with burritos and tortas at $4.75. The al pastor taco, made with spiced pork and finished with crunchy vegetables and a hot salsa, was the item Time Out singled out. Prices and hours have likely changed since those reports, and current operation should be confirmed before visiting.
Reviews
Reviews on WikiTacos open at launch. Until then, read what diners say on Google and Yelp.
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References
- "El Matador taco truck". Time Out Los Angeles. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
- "The Best Taco Trucks in Los Angeles". LAist. Retrieved 2026-10-10.