El Compadre Menu (Update 2025)
Located on Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles, El Compadre is a hidden gem that offers a vibrant atmosphere and authentic Mexican cuisine. With a variety of options for both meat lovers and vegetarians, this cocktail bar and seafood restaurant caters to all tastes. The menu highlights include veggie enchiladas, lobster enchiladas, crabmeat enchiladas, and Pescado Veracruz. The classic Mexican dishes are complemented by the restaurant's lively ambiance, complete with red booths, Spanish birthday serenades, and an inviting layout for both intimate dinners and large gatherings. Additionally, the margaritas, chips and salsa, and friendly service add to the overall dining experience. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner spot or a place to enjoy a night out with friends, El Compadre is a must-visit destination in the Hollywood area.
Ensaladas
Salad New York Steak
Steak strips, tossed mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, asparagus, hard boiled egg, and dressing.
Salad Jumbo Shrimp
Tossed mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, asparagus, hard boiled egg, and dressing.
Chicken Avocado
Grilled chicken breast, tossed mixed greens, tomatoes, asparagus, avocado, hard boiled egg, and dressing on the side.
Salmon Avocado
Tossed mixed green, tomatoes, avocado, and hard boiled egg.
Albondigas
Mexican meatball soup available in small cup or bowl sizes.
Tortilla
Tortilla soup, spicy chicken broth, crispy tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, served in small cup or bowl options.
Soups
De La Parrilla
New York Steak
Our big oz. choice-cut served alongside our homemade guacamole and seasoned french fries.
Steak & Shrimp
oz. New York choice and jumbo butterfly garlic sauteed shrimp served with a side of our homemade guacamole.
Carne Asada
Two thin-sliced grilled New York choice served with a side of our homemade guacamole.
Tacos ()
Asada or carnitas.
Tacos Al Pastor ()
Home made avocado green salsa, chopped red and white onions, and cilantro.
Steak La Tampiquena
oz. New York steak choice served alongside a cheese enchilada and fresh pico de gallo.
El Padrino
A thin-sliced grilled steak, beef taco (lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa), cheese enchilada, side of guacamole, rice, and beans.
Enchiladas De Mole
Two chicken enchiladas with special sauce, sour cream, guacamole, rice, and beans.
Enchiladas Verdes De Pollo
With sour cream, guacamole, rice, and beans.
Enchiladas Guadalajara Style
With special sauce, Mexican style rice and potatoes, and quarter of a chicken with sour cream.
Combination Specials
Regular Combinations
El Grande
Beef taco, a cheese enchilada, and a chile relleno.
Vagabundo
One beef taco (lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa) and one cheese enchilada.
Crispy Tacos ()
Chicken, fine shredded beef, or (picadillo) premium lean ground beef with cubed potatoes, stuffed with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Enchiladas De Queso ()
Choice of salsa roja (red), tomatillo (green), or ranchero (vegetable).
Chile Rellenos ()
Pasilla peppers stuffed with melted Monterey Jack cheese topped with salsa ranchera and sour cream on the side.
Enchilada Ranchera & Chile Relleno
Sour cream on the side.
Burritos ()
Beef or chicken breast.
Burrito Ranchera & Chile Relleno
Sour cream on the side.
Child's Plate
Choice of beef or chicken taco, quesadilla, bean & cheese burrito or cheese enchilada.
Taquitos ()
Chicken or beef taquitos topped with cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and mild salsa.
Fried Burrito
Chicken or beef chimichanga topped with guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and mild salsa.
Tamale & Chile Relleno
Choice of chicken or beef tamale with sour cream on the side.
Tamales ()
Choice of chicken, beef, or rajas con queso tamales with sour cream on the side.
Tamale & Enchilada
Choice of chicken, beef, or rajas con queso tamale served alongside with a cheese enchilada and sour cream.
Veggie Enchiladas
Two enchiladas stuffed with grilled sauteed onions and bell peppers, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese, tomatillo or ranchero salsa, and sour cream on the side.
Arroz Con Pollo A La Mexicana
Fresh shredded chicken casserole sauteed with bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions.
Half Chicken A La Plancha
Served with a bed of rice and seasoned potato slices alongside our homemade guacamole.
Ropa Vieja Sonora Style
Shredded beef sauteed with bell pepper, tomato, and onion simmering in our special vegetable salsa.
Carne Con Chile Verde
Chunks of pork in a special tomatillo sauce.
Carne Con Chile Colorado
Chunks of beef in a red chile sauce.
Steak Picado Michoacan Style
Mexican style bits of steak lightly sauteed in our special vegetable sauce.
Bistec Ranchero
Thin slices of savory New York steak simmered in our special Spanish sauce.
Carnitas Plate
Carnitas, cubed potatoes, rice, beans, and guacamole.
Grilled Chicken
oz. grilled chicken breast topped with fresh avocado slices. Served with creamed spinach and corn and white rice.
Especialidades de la Casa
Seafood
Pescado Veracruzana
Our basa filet cooked and simmered to perfection in our vegetable mild salsa with onions, bell peppers and tomatoes. Served with rice and refried beans on the side. Corn or flour tortillas served on the side.
Filete De Pescado Al Mojo De Ajo
Fish broiled in our special garlic sauce served with a bed of rice and refried beans. Corn or flour tortillas served on the side
Fresh Salmon
Wild caught Alaskan Salmon pan seared to perfection served with rice, sliced avocado, and sauteed asparagus. Great healthy choice and amazing source of protein. Corn or flour tortillas served on the side for you to make some salmon tacos! Dont forget to add our famous chips and salsa!
Camarones A La Diabla
Jumbo shrimp tossed and simmered in our spicy and Smokey chipotle vegetable sauce (Bell peppers, onions). Served alongside rice and refried beans. Probably one of the house favorites when it comes to spicy. If youre looking for the steak version of this dish check out the Bestecitos De Res in our menu. Both are great options for those seeking a spicy alternative.
Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo
Absolutely a community favorite for the last years of service. Jumbo Black Tiger Shrimp sauteed in our special garlic sauce served with Mexican rice and refried beans. Small guacamole on the side and some lemons to add that special zest! If you want to kick it up a notch we highly recommend adding some Pico De Gallo with this dish! You wont regret it!
Camarones Cancun
Highly praised dish. One of the most sold dishes in the last years. Our famous Black Tiger Jumbo Shrimp () are butterfly cut and stuffed with monterey jack cheese, fresh king crab meat, and then the shrimp are wrapped in bacon. We then deep fry them until the bacon is perfectly crispy hugging those shrimp. One bite and then youre hooked. You wont want to ever eat shrimp along again. Make sure to add our chips and salsa and dipping the shrimp in our salsa. People have been addicted to this pairing. The numbers dont lie. Rice and beans and small guacamole served on the side.
Camarones Empanizado
Our house breaded Black Tiger jumbo shrimp served with ranchero style potatoes or seasoned french fries alongside a bed of Mexican rice, beans and small guacamole.
Camarones Rancheros
Our Black Tiger jumbo shrimp cooked and simmered in our Spanish vegetable sauce with bell pepper, tomatoes. Rice and beans served alongside and corn and flour toritllas of your choice. This dish is a great rich and hearty home cooked style meal. This always hits the spot on a cold or rainy night. Comfort food at its best.
Arroz Con Camaron A La Veracruzana
Black Tiger Jumbo shrimp simmered in our jalapeno ranchera salsa (mild/medium) and sauteed in red onion, jalapenos, tomatoes and bell peppers. Served with a bed of rice with beans. Corn or flour tortillas served on the side. This dish is similar to the Camarones Rancheras but we added jalapenos to this dish. Some jalapenos come out spicy. Some are mild. So i would classify this to a medium spicy index. Great dish to dip your soft flour tortilla in the sauce and enjoying on a cozy night in.
Enchiladas Acapulco
Flour tortillas stuffed with king crab meat, baby shrimps, bell peppers and onions simmered in our green tomatillo salsa (mild) and servedwith sour cream, homemade guacamole, Mexican rice & beans on the side. Make sure to add pico de gallo to this dish. Throw that pico on top of the enchiladas and go to town! The lime juice and jalapenos in the pico de gallo compliment the seafood in this dish. Trust me this pairing will be having you coming back for more. If you dont like pico de gallo dont forget about our famous chips and salsa. The salsa is world famous!
Lobster Enchiladas
Flour tortillas stuffed with slow sauteed lobster meat, bell peppers, & onions. Then covered in light cream sauce, and then melted with our hand grated Monterey Jack cheese. served with rice, beans and guacamole.
Enchiladas De Jaiba Estilo Vallarta
Fresh crabmeat sauteed with onions and bell peppers then stuffed inside corn tortillas to present you with some yummy enchiladas. Topped off with salsa ranchera and served alongside rice and beans and with a side of sour cream and guacamole. Make sure to add pico de gallo to add extra spice and zest to this amazing dish!
Shrimp Tacos ()
Seasoned delicious fresh baby shrimp sauteed with bell peppers and onions then topped off with chipotle cream salsa and cabbage. Mexican rice and refried beans on the side.
Fish Tacos ()
Seasoned fish sauteed with bell peppers and onions topped with chipotle cream salsa, sliced cabbage, served with rice and beans on the side. A community favorite. Make sure to order some pico de gallo to help compliment this meal!
Salmon Tacos ()
Red onion, chopped tomatoes, cabbage, and home made chipotle cream sauce.
Lobster Tacos ()
Red onion, chopped tomatoes, cabbage, and home made chipotle cream sauce.
Bistecitos De Res (Beef)
New York choice filet cuts smothered in our spicy chipotle vegetable sauce. This dish is great if for one seeking that hot and spicy option. This dish has been praised by all our patrons that have visited us and tried this dish in the last years. The blend of tomato and chipotle are perfect. Make sure to add sour cream to this order to add some love to the flavors. We suggest flour tortillas for this dish. But corn wont be a bad option either.
Fajitas
Strips of New York steak or chicken breast or pork al pastor strips sauteed and prepared with veggies and our chef's special sauce. Accompanied with rice and beans and small guacamole on the side. Corn or flour tortillas served alongside. Add pico de gallo to add some zest to the party!
Jumbo Shrimp Fajitas
Jumbo Black Tiger Shrimp sauteed with fresh veggies. And with a splash of our chefs special sauce. Served alongside rice and beans and guacamole . Corn or flour tortillas on the side. Make sure to add some pico de gallo or our chips and salsa to compliment the dish
Gallina En Mole "Estilo Puebla"
Shredded Chicken cooked on a low simmer in our Mole Poblano salsa. Mole Poblano is a traditional Mexican sauce known for its rich, complex flavor profile. Made from a blend of chilies, chocolate, spices, nuts, plantains and dried fruit, it offers a balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. It's often a very popular dish for special occasions and celebrations in Mexican cultures. Our dish is accompanied with Mexican rice and refried beans on the side. Corn and flour tortillas are served on the side. I highly recommend ordering an extra side of rice because our rice is an amazing compliment to the mole salsa. In case you have some left over mole salsa just let the extra rice soak up the deliciousness. Enjoy!
Milanesa
Thinly sliced NY steak, breaded and pan fried to a golden brown perfection. Rice, beans and seasoned fries are served alongside. And we cant forget a small guacamole. Add some pico de gallo to this order to add some extra spice and zest. You wont be sorry!
Lengua En Salsa Espanola
Beef tongue in Spanish sauce.
Chef's Special
Antojitos
Botana "El Compadre Especial"
Chicken quesadilla and beef chimichanga topped with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, five jumbo garlic shrimp, and sliced New York strips.
Guacamole
Authentic, made fresh, and a house favorite. Avocado, cilantro, onion, tomato, lime juice and seasoning. Simple, delicious, and healthy. Sorry no modifications can be made for this item.
Shrimp Cocktail
Black Tiger Jumbo Shrimp served along with chopped avocado, cilantro, tomato, and onion in our special homemade Mexican cocktail sauce. Great for those hot days or those days you wake up hungover! This is the best choice!
Nacho Supreme
Corn chips sprinkled with monterey jack cheese, pork chorizo and our special sauce. Sour cream and guacamole served on the side. Great side dish to watch on game days!
Quesadilla
Corn or flour tortilla with melted Monterey Jack cheese with sour cream and guacamole on the side.
Steak Quesadilla
Monterey Jack cheese and chopped steak with sour cream and guacamole on the side.
Chicken Quesadilla
Monterey Jack cheese and grilled chicken with sour cream and guacamole on the side.
Carnitas Quesadilla
Monterey Jack cheese and grilled carnitas with sour cream and guacamole on the side.
Shrimp Quesadilla
Monterey Jack cheese and grilled shrimp with sour cream and guacamole on the side.
Tostada Ceviche
Chopped shrimp with avocado, tomato, cilantro, and onions. Seasoned and topped off with lime juice.
Carne Asada Taco
Soft taco topped with lettuce, cheese, guacamole, and mild salsa.
Carnitas Taco
Soft taco topped with lettuce, cheese, guacamole, and mild salsa.
Al Pastor Taco
Soft taco topped with lettuce, cheese, guacamole, and mild salsa.
Beef With Cubed Potatoes Taco
Hardshell taco stuffed with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Ground Beef With Cubed Potatoes Taco
Hardshell taco stuffed with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Potato Taco
Hardshell taco stuffed with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Shrimp Taco
Soft taco grilled with bell pepper and onion topped with cabbage and chipotle aioli.
Fish Taco
Soft taco grilled with bell pepper and onion topped with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Salmon Taco
Soft taco grilled with bell pepper and onion topped with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Lobster Taco
Soft taco grilled with bell pepper and onion topped with lettuce, cheese, and mild salsa.
Enchiladas Rancheras
Topped with sour cream.
Chile Relleno
Stuffed pepper with a tantalizing filling, perfect for those craving the essence of Mexican cuisine.
Shrimp & Rice Burrito With Guacamole
Shrimp and rice wrapped in a flour tortilla, typically includes guacamole and a blend of Mexican spices.
Steak Burrito With Guacamole
A flour tortilla filled with grilled steak and typically includes guacamole.
Carnitas Burrito With Guacamole
Flour tortilla wrapped around tender carnitas, typically includes guacamole and a blend of Mexican cheeses.
Al Pastor Burrito With Guacamole
Filled with marinated pork, topped with melted cheese, accompanied by guacamole, sour cream, and a side of fresh lettuce.
Bean & Jack Cheese Burrito
A flour tortilla wrapped around refried beans and melted jack cheese, typically served enchilada style.
Veggie Rice Bean Burrito
A flour tortilla wrapped around a filling of rice, beans, and a medley of vegetables, typically seasoned with a blend of Mexican herbs and spices.
Beef & Beans Burrito
Shredded beef and beans wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, typically includes a blend of cheeses and a mild, savory sauce.
Pork & Rice Burrito
Pork and rice wrapped in a flour tortilla, typically includes a blend of spices and herbs.
Chicken & Rice Burrito
Grilled flour tortilla filled with seasoned chicken and rice, topped with melted cheese.
Steak (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Chicken Breast (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Shrimp (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Shredded Beef (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Shredded Chicken (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Chorizo (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Veggie (Tostada Compuestas)
On a flat corn tostada along with Mexican rice and refried beans.
Refried Beans
Creamy, mashed beans, lightly seasoned and cooked till perfection.
Tortilla ()
Corn or flour.
Mexican Rice
Spicy rice seasoned with Mexican flavors, perfect as a side or base for your favorite dish.
Tamale
Beef, chicken or rajas con queso.
Jumbo Shrimp ()
Ala mojo de ajo.
Cancun Shrimp ()
Four fried shrimp, typically accompanied by a spicy mayo chipotle sauce and a garnish of fresh Mexican cheese and lettuce.
A La Carta
Postres
Flan
Mexican egg custard.
Huevos Rancheros
Eggs cooked over medium topped with ranchera vegetable sauce and melted cheese. Rice, beans, & sour cream served on the side. Choice of flour or corn tortillas served on the side.
Huevos Con Chorizo
Eggs scrambled with Mexican pork chorizo served with rice and beans on the side. Choice of corn or flour tortillas on the side. Great breakfast option and a house favorite for the morning crew before the big day starts!
Omelette Ranchero
Cheese omelette with ranchera vegetable salsa (mild), melted Monterey Jack cheese served alongside rice and refried beans. Sour cream served on the side. Corn or flour tortillas served on the side. Great source of protein and fiber. Great way to start the day with this gem.
Machaca
Shredded beef scrambled together with eggs, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. A tradition Mexican breakfast dish. Rice and refried beans and tortillas served on the side. Highly recommend adding guacamole and chips and salsa with this order. Trust me the combination is amazing.
Breakfast Burrito
Rice, beans, potatoes, scrambled eggs, option of bacon, chorizo, or ham wrapped in a huge flour tortilla and ready to pick up and go! Make sure to add our famous chips and salsa to accompany the pairing!
Platillos de Huevos
Chips & Salsa
Chips & Salsa Large
Our famous house made chips have been serving the Los Angeles community since . The thinly sliced corn tortilla fried to perfection is immaculate to the taste buds. Our salsa is highly praised in our community. Not too spicy but not too mild. Trust me youre gonna be asking for more and youll be hooked! If youve never tried them before, this is your chance!
Chips & Salsa Medium
Our famous house made chips have been serving the Los Angeles community since . The thinly sliced corn tortilla fried to perfection is immaculate to the taste buds. Our salsa is highly praised in our community. Not too spicy but not too mild. Trust me youre gonna be asking for more and youll be hooked! If youve never tried them before, this is your chance!
Chips & Salsa Small
Our famous house made chips have been serving the Los Angeles community since . The thinly sliced corn tortilla fried to perfection is immaculate to the taste buds. Our salsa is highly praised in our community. Not too spicy but not too mild. Trust me youre gonna be asking for more and youll be hooked! If youve never tried them before, this is your chance!
Bottled Water
Pure and refreshing bottled water.
Bottled Sparkling Water
Crisp and carbonated, offering a refreshing and bubbly alternative to quench your thirst.