Xécora Gastronomía Urbana

11583 Lower Azusa Rd, El Monte
(626) 522-0198

Recent Reviews

James Wald

Plenty of parking outside and the interior decor was nice, but I had higher hopes for the food than was recieved. Our server was in a hurry the whole time even though there was only one other table, like it was a bother we were there. The water was infused with cucumber surprise- undrinkable because I don't like cukes. Guava margarita was good, big chunky salt was a nice touch. Salsa was just diced tomatoes, no Jalapeño/cilantro/onion, etc. Birria tacos had a good amount of meat and cheese. Carne asada meat was cooked nicely medium, with smoky grill flavor. Beans were barely warm and lacking any flavor, very watery. Tortillas appeared to be freshly made. This isn't really 'Mexican' but rather 'Mexican fusion' - although I'm not sure what's infused aside from disappointment.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Rosa

The food is delicious and the drinks too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

fernando garcia

The food was delicious and the staff was friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Octopus, Ofrenda Del Mar, Steak

Bonnie Garlow

Everything is good. Even the water.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Fuentes

Delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Marlin Taco, Chips and Salsa

Dalia Gomez

I cannot say enough about how much I loved this restaurant. The service was lovely, the food was INSANE, the drinks were so good. I cannot insist enough that you need to try this restaurant. So so so good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Octopus

israel cruz

Best place to get drinks, appetizers and food, 100/100 ✌️?✌️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Marlin 3

Yvonne Chavarin

Delicious mariscos/ceviches and margaritas with real fruit. You can taste the freshness and quality of ingredients. Pricier than other mariscos restaurants in the area, but you get the quality you pay for here. Service can be hit or miss.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Silvia Martinez

I went with my coworkers for an office lunch. We chose Xecora because we have always liked everything about this place. We had a party of about 14 ppl, about half order cocktails one had a horrible taste so we asked the waiter to take it back, to say she wasn’t happy it’s an understatement, maybe we just lacked the palate for the drink but it was just bad.. the other drinks were ok, not as tasty as other occasions. Then first dish comes out, it’s a baked ofrenda Del Mar, cheese on top was melted but inside the dish was cold, we send it back to re heat. Rest of the dishes come out, we had a couple of dishes that included beans, everything on those plates was warm but every single dish had cold beans at this point no one wanted to complain anymore. Birria was super salty on the tacos and so was the asada plate, meat was tender and delicious but super salty. With a bill of +$750 I believe more attention should be placed on the dishes that are being served. I really hope this issues get addresse; otherwise, there will be a lot more customers complaining.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

Katie Galarga

Came here for dinner with friends people last weekend. Food was good service couldve been better. Im allergic to raspberries and blackberries thus I always tell the waiter waitress before I order anything. Tell me why I ordered a seafood dish and the place it on the other side Im sitting at a corner and lo and behold theres blackberries on top of it. So in my head I didnt think it was my order. Also of friend in the group has special dietary restrictions. She ordered their veggie rice it took forever to come. Every one got their tacos and ceviches ate it all before her rice even came out. She also ordered their fried cauliflower that never made it out. Waiter didnt mention anything until we asked for it a third time and said they were out of it since people rarely order it. I doubt Ill be coming back.

Brandon Fatemi

The food is great and the service is wonderful... And eye candy on point here.. caile to eat some authentic comida ..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gobernador Marlin 3, Octopus, Oyesters, Kesabirria Beef Birria With

RebeccaR

1. Online option to make reservations ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2. Fast, friendly service. Party of 4 for work lunch worked out well ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 3. Great music variety at a reasonable volume for talking and laughing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4. Large, accommodating, comfortable, and clean dining area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5. Absolutely delicious! I ordered the Kesabirria tacos. Yes! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Joanna R.

If you're looking for a good lunch or dinner spot make sure to check this spot out! It is such a hidden gem. My bf and I got the carne asada plate and the Aramara shrimp. Everything was so delicious and a perfect portion. For drinks we ordered Xurave and the Prickly Heaven. This is also a good place to just come for some drinks. They are so tasty and have the perfect amount of alcohol. The service here is also excellent. We had a great experience.

Amy L.

Came here for dinner with friends (6 people) last weekend. Food was good, service could've been better. I'm allergic to raspberries and blackberries, thus I always tell the waiter / waitress before I order anything. Tell me why I ordered a seafood dish and the place it on the other side (I'm sitting at a corner) and lo and behold there's blackberries on top of it. So in my head, I didn't think it was my order. Also, of friend in the group has special dietary restrictions. She ordered their veggie rice (it took forever to come). Every one got their tacos and ceviches ate it all before her rice even came out. She also ordered their fried cauliflower that never made it out. Waiter didn't mention anything until we asked for it a third time and said they were out of it, since people rarely order it. I doubt I'll be coming back.

Adam G.

First time here.The Happy Hour menu is from 11 am to 5pm and it's so good.2 for $15 margaritas.3 tacos specials and the salsa is really flavorful. I'll be back for more.

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