Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant

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2526 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405

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(310) 450-8057
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Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant - Santa Monica, CA
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Best

We are locals, and visit Gilberts, at least 3 times a month. Their Chicken tostada is outstanding. The service is always good, the Margarita's are average, the atmosphere is div...

Worst

I didn't complain at 6.30 yesterday, because I don't like making a scene in a restaurant. Time to rethink that !!! Everyone's food LOOKED good, and I ordered a tostada. I like...

This Is The Best 12/22/2003

Gilbert's is an old family favorite. It is great for groups and drinking perfectly salty-sweet margarita's. Their breakfast is a great deal (around 5 dollars with coffee). I highly recommend the machaca plate, heuvos con chorizo, and the albondigas soup. Gilbert's serves fresh tortilla chips, salsa, and spicy carrots marinated in oregano and garlic. This place is amazing for their beef and rich beans. If you like Mexican food made like your Abuelita used to make it then you have to try this place. Pros: Delicious, Inexpensive Cons: Crowded on Weekends more
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MExican food for people with no taste... 10/1/2003

I'm baffled by the positive reviews this place gets. The food is truly bad -- greasy, flavorless, and surly waiters to boot. I've tried numerous dishes at this place and only the burritos are barely marginal. Why go here when you can go down the street several blocks and eat at Lares? Cons: horrible food, poor sevice more
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MExican food for people with no taste... 9/30/2003

I'm baffled by the positive reviews this place gets. The food is truly bad -- greasy, flavorless, and surly waiters to boot. I've tried numerous dishes at this place and only the burritos are barely marginal. Why go here when you can go down the street several blocks and eat at Lares? Pros: none Cons: horrible food, poor sevice more
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Anda-le!!! 6/30/2003

Food is EXCELLENT, I personally love the Mule burrito - its HUGE and full of everything wonderful!!! I also LOVE munching on the vinegar-infused carrots while you wait, free chips & salsa aren't bad either! The setting is cute, decor includes photos of everyone in L.A. none of whom you know, but fun to look at nonetheless. I like the cute little things, like the fact that they serve your drinks in mini mason jars! Fun! And why not!? What I don't like...They only accept CASH. C'mon, it's the 21st Century and Gilbert's is NEVER empty, so spring for the good ol' credit card machine! Pros: delicious, fun, cheap/good value Cons: long wait, service a tad slow, CASH ONLY :( more
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Anda-le!!! 6/29/2003

Food is EXCELLENT, I personally love the Mule burrito - its HUGE and full of everything wonderful!!! I also LOVE munching on the vinegar-infused carrots while you wait, free chips & salsa aren't bad either! The setting is cute, decor includes photos of everyone in L.A. none of whom you know, but fun to look at nonetheless. I like the cute little things, like the fact that they serve your drinks in mini mason jars! Fun! And why not!? What I don't like...They only accept CASH. C'mon, it's the 21st Century and Gilbert's is NEVER empty, so spring for the good ol' credit card machine! Pros: delicious, fun, cheap/good value Cons: long wait, service a tad slow, CASH ONLY :( more
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The Best in LA 5/5/2003

This is the best Mexican Food in LA. I'm from San Diego, where there's a dozen restaurants this good. But up here, this is a good as it gets. Nothing fancy, not the best service, just the best food. Enjoy. more
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The Best in LA 5/4/2003

This is the best Mexican Food in LA. I'm from San Diego, where there's a dozen restaurants this good. But up here, this is a good as it gets. Nothing fancy, not the best service, just the best food. Enjoy. more
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KICK *SS MEXICAN FOOD 1/27/2003

Gilbert's rocks - - the food and friendly service can't be beat! An instution in Santa Monica! Full bar and great eats for cheap prices. What more can you ask for? Have I died and gone to heaven??? more
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KICK *SS MEXICAN FOOD 1/26/2003

Gilbert's rocks - - the food and friendly service can't be beat! An instution in Santa Monica! Full bar and great eats for cheap prices. What more can you ask for? Have I died and gone to heaven??? more
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take it from a mexican, this is good 1/5/2003

i've grown up on traditional mexican food at home all my life. this is just as good as anything i've had. the carne asade is lean and tasty. the tacos and enchiladas are excellent. order a plate of guacomole for you chips. its amazing. yes, you may a bit of a wait, but the small bar keeps you filled with margaritas until you table is called. its a must for so. cal mexican food. more
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take it from a mexican, this is good 1/4/2003

i've grown up on traditional mexican food at home all my life. this is just as good as anything i've had. the carne asade is lean and tasty. the tacos and enchiladas are excellent. order a plate of guacomole for you chips. its amazing. yes, you may a bit of a wait, but the small bar keeps you filled with margaritas until you table is called. its a must for so. cal mexican food. more
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OMG!!! 11/29/2002

I AM TELLING YOU NOW!!! THEY HAVE THE BEST CHICKEN ENCHILADES IN THE FREAKEN WORLD!!! BELIEVE ME, TRY IT!!! YOU'LL FREAKEN LOVE IT!!! ORDER DOUBLE CHICKEN ENCHILADES WITH DOUBLE RICE!!! JUST PERFECT!!! Pros: FOOD, CHIPS AND SALSA Cons: CROWDED SOMETIMES, PARKING more
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OMG!!! 11/28/2002

I AM TELLING YOU NOW!!! THEY HAVE THE BEST CHICKEN ENCHILADES IN THE FREAKEN WORLD!!! BELIEVE ME, TRY IT!!! YOU'LL FREAKEN LOVE IT!!! ORDER DOUBLE CHICKEN ENCHILADES WITH DOUBLE RICE!!! JUST PERFECT!!! Pros: FOOD, CHIPS AND SALSA Cons: CROWDED SOMETIMES, PARKING more
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Editorial

  • In Short
    This family-owned eatery--decorated to the ceiling with Mexican- and Native American-themed artifacts--is usually packed with the hungry faithful. A standard array of combination...

  • 12/20/2006 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Sun - Thurs, 8am - 11pm; Fri - Sat, 8am - midnight
  • Payments: Cash
  • Neighborhoods: Sunpark, West LA
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