El Monte · Los Angeles County, CA

Food & Drink in El Monte

Scout analyzed 54 El Monte places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

54

Matches

22

Typical spend

$25

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Scout-verified spots

Xécora Gastronomía Urbana

Food & Drink

Xécora Gastronomía Urbana

This is a casual Mexican restaurant good for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 75 minutes and between $20-40 per person for food and possibly a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Ocean Bo Dim Sum Cafe

Food & Drink

Ocean Bo Dim Sum Cafe

This is a good spot for a casual, affordable dim sum meal, suitable for families or a quick solo lunch. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
NORMS Restaurant

Food & Drink

NORMS Restaurant

NORMS is a reliable spot for a casual meal any time of day or night. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and about $10-$25 per person for generous portions of diner food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Jolly Jug

Food & Drink

Jolly Jug

Jolly Jug is a classic breakfast spot suitable for a casual family meal or solo outing, expecting a visit of about an hour and a cost of $10-25 per person. It's a good starting point for a day of local errands or a relaxing weekend morning.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cha Cafe

Food & Drink

Cha Cafe

Cha Cafe is suitable for a casual, inexpensive meal, especially for families or individuals looking for a quick bite. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes here for around $10-25 per person, making it a good stop for lunch or an early dinner.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Starbucks Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

This Starbucks is a good spot for a quick coffee or pastry, suitable for a solo stop or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Starbucks Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

Starbucks is a good stop for a quick coffee or snack, perfect for starting your day or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Expect to spend 20-30 minutes and $5-$15 per person for your order.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
盛和Mr Chopsticks Seafood & BBQ

Food & Drink

盛和Mr Chopsticks Seafood & BBQ

This is a good spot for a casual family meal featuring seafood and BBQ, typically lasting 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for an entree and drink.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
MAMA XITA BBQ | Temple City

Food & Drink

MAMA XITA BBQ | Temple City

Mama Xita BBQ is suitable for a casual meal, often paired with a local errand or a movie. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for a satisfying meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Flo's Coffee Shop

Food & Drink

Flo's Coffee Shop

Flo's Coffee Shop is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for a quick solo stop or an informal family meal. Expect to spend about 45 minutes and $10-$25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
El Sombrero

Food & Drink

El Sombrero

This low-key Mexican restaurant is good for a casual meal with classic dishes, potentially including happy hour. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person.

FoodSportsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Mariscos San Isidro Mexican Restaurant

Food & Drink

Mariscos San Isidro Mexican Restaurant

Mariscos San Isidro is a casual Mexican eatery good for a relaxed meal of homestyle and seafood dishes. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal that lasts about an hour, making it suitable for a quick lunch or family dinner.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Annia's Kitchen

Food & Drink

Annia's Kitchen

Annia's Kitchen is suitable for a casual weekend brunch or lunch, often paired with watching small aircraft. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a meal and about an hour. Parking is easy at the airport.

FoodViewsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Starbucks Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

This is a reliable stop for a quick coffee and a pastry. It's good for a short solo break or a casual meet-up, typically costing under $15 per person for a drink and snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Tito's Market

Food & Drink

Tito's Market

Tito's Market is a casual sandwich shop for a quick and affordable meal, suitable for lunch or a simple dinner. Expect to spend $10-20 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Ixmota Taqueria

Food & Drink

Ixmota Taqueria

Ixmota Taqueria is a casual spot for homestyle Mexican food, good for a quick solo lunch or an informal family dinner. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person and a visit lasting under an hour.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Corner Beef Noodle House

Food & Drink

Corner Beef Noodle House

Corner Beef Noodle House is a casual spot for an affordable Taiwanese meal, suitable for a quick lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Tierra Mia Coffee Drive Thru

Food & Drink

Tierra Mia Coffee Drive Thru

This is a quick stop for a Latin-inspired coffee and a pastry, ideal for starting your day or a mid-day pick-me-up. Expect to spend 5-10 minutes and $5-10 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Fika Fika Coffee

Food & Drink

Fika Fika Coffee

This coffee shop is good for a quick solo coffee or a casual meet-up, easily paired with errands or a nearby park visit. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Dave & Buster's Arcadia - Santa Anita

Food & Drink

Dave & Buster's Arcadia - Santa Anita

Dave & Buster's is ideal for a lively family outing or a casual group gathering, offering arcade games and American food. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-$75 per person, making it a complete activity in itself.

FoodCocktailsSports
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Taco Nazo

Food & Drink

Taco Nazo

Taco Nazo is a good spot for a quick, affordable meal, especially if you're craving Baja-style fish tacos. It works well as a casual stop for lunch or dinner, costing around $10-25 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

What Scout found

  • 21 of the 54 analyzed El Monte places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 86% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful.

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