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El Portal Restaurant

El Portal Restaurant El Portal Restaurant is a casual Mexican restaurant, diner, bar & grill located on E Green Street in Pasadena. Celebrating 27 years of serving delicious Mexican cuisine, they have been voted "Best Yucatán & Mexican Restaurant in Pasadena" and offer catering, group dining, outdoor seating, takeout and reservations. Their specialties include lunch and dinner with an extensive selection of premium tequilas and margaritas to choose from. Whether you're looking for a date night or hosting a private event with friends and family, El Portal Restaurant promises to make every dinner a celebration.
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Salmon del Manager is our second special for this week! 🍽Fresh filet of salmon lightly marinated with pasilla chile, the...
05/28/2026

Salmon del Manager is our second special for this week! 🍽

Fresh filet of salmon lightly marinated with pasilla chile, then grilled. Topped with mango relish. Served with a side of white beans with cilantro and fresh vegetables.

Milanesa de Pollo is our first special for this week! 😋Breast of chicken cut in medallions, lightly coated in herbed bre...
05/28/2026

Milanesa de Pollo is our first special for this week! 😋

Breast of chicken cut in medallions, lightly coated in herbed bread crumbs and sautéed. Served with angel hair pasta, chipotle sauce, and vegetables.

Salmon Telckac is our second special for this week! 🍽Pan-seared and finished in the oven, served with white rice, fried ...
05/20/2026

Salmon Telckac is our second special for this week! 🍽

Pan-seared and finished in the oven, served with white rice, fried plantains, pickled onions, and an achiote–rum coconut milk sauce.

Carne En Su Jugo is our first special for this week! 😋Tender chopped beef gently simmered in a savory broth of its own j...
05/20/2026

Carne En Su Jugo is our first special for this week! 😋

Tender chopped beef gently simmered in a savory broth of its own juices, finished with bacon, pinto beans, fresh cilantro, and green onions. Served with warm tortillas and Mexican rice.


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Enchiladas Sirenitas and Steak Salad are our specials for this week! 🥗😋Enchiladas Sirenitas 🍽Two enchiladas filled with ...
05/16/2026

Enchiladas Sirenitas and Steak Salad are our specials for this week! 🥗😋

Enchiladas Sirenitas 🍽
Two enchiladas filled with lobster, shrimp, crab meat, and spinach, rolled and covered with tomatillo sauce. Topped with avocado and sour cream. Served with rice and salad.

Steak Salad🥗
Tender steak passed in a marinade of ginger and herbs then grilled. Served on romaine salad with a relish of green onions, cilantro, and mild chili lime dressing.

05/10/2026

Another beautiful Mother’s Day celebration at El Portal Restaurant 💐❤️

Thank you to everyone who spent the day with us enjoying great food, live music, mariachis, and time with family. We loved celebrating all the amazing moms and families who joined us this weekend. 🌸

05/06/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at El Portal Restaurant 🌸

Join us for a special day filled with amazing food, music, and family memories!

🥂 Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Featuring live Mariachis and all your El Portal favorites.

🎶 Dinner Service
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Enjoy our regular dinner menu with live music on our outdoor patio.

Treat Mom to a beautiful Mother’s Day celebration in our warm family atmosphere. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️

05/06/2026

🎉 Happy Cinco de Mayo from the Ramirez Family at El Portal Restaurant!

Join us today for delicious Mexican favorites, handcrafted margaritas, cold beers, and a fiesta atmosphere all day long. Gather your friends and celebrate with great food, great drinks, and great company.

¡Viva México y feliz Cinco de Mayo! 🇲🇽🍹🌮

Filet of Sole Mi Puerto is our third special for this week! 🚨Crab meat, baby shrimp, and finely diced vegetables rolled ...
05/06/2026

Filet of Sole Mi Puerto is our third special for this week! 🚨

Crab meat, baby shrimp, and finely diced vegetables rolled into thin slices of sole and finished in the oven. Served with a lobster sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and fresh vegetables.

Enchiladas Sirenitas is our second special for this week! 🍽Two enchiladas filled with lobster, shrimp, crab meat, and sp...
05/06/2026

Enchiladas Sirenitas is our second special for this week! 🍽

Two enchiladas filled with lobster, shrimp, crab meat, and spinach, rolled and covered with tomatillo sauce. Topped with avocado and sour cream. Served with rice and salad.

Flank Steak is our first special for t@mr_pasadena Grilled flank steak with a delicious brandy and green peppercorn sauc...
05/06/2026

Flank Steak is our first special for t@mr_pasadena

Grilled flank steak with a delicious brandy and green peppercorn sauce. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.

05/03/2026

🎉 Viva Cinco de Mayo at El Portal! 🇲🇽
Join us Tuesday, May 5th for a full day of flavor, music, and tequila 🍹

🔥 Happy Hour (3–5PM):
$10 Cadillac Margaritas & $3 Street Tacos (bar & rotunda only)

🥃 Dulce Vida Tequila Tasting (6–8PM)
🎺 Live Mariachis (6–9PM)
🥤 Dulce vida Palomas $10

Great food, great vibes, and the best way to celebrate—don’t miss it. Make your reservations now!

05/02/2026

Did you know? Just steps away from El Portal Restaurant you’ll find our cozy sister spot, Yahaira’s Cafe ☕️
Same family, same love for great food—just a more laid-back café vibe.
Stop by for coffee, breakfast, or a quick bite before or after your El Portal visit!

05/01/2026

Shaking up something fresh 🍹 Our Blackberry Margarita is the perfect mix of sweet, tart, and tequila—come taste the difference at El Portal!

Come celebrate with us for Cinco de Mayo! 🥳Make your reservations now by calling us at 626 795 8553 or visiting our webs...
04/30/2026

Come celebrate with us for Cinco de Mayo! 🥳

Make your reservations now by calling us at 626 795 8553 or visiting our website via the link in our bio.

⚾ GAME DAY SPECIALS ARE ON ⚾Dodgers vs Miami | Wednesday 12:10PMPull up for all your ballpark favorites:🌭 Street dogs🥜 R...
04/29/2026

⚾ GAME DAY SPECIALS ARE ON ⚾
Dodgers vs Miami | Wednesday 12:10PM

Pull up for all your ballpark favorites:
🌭 Street dogs
🥜 Roasted peanuts
🍺 Ice-cold draft beer
🍹 House margaritas

Available at the bar & rotunda—don’t miss it!

04/27/2026

🔥 Introducing Our NEW Fiesta Lunch Menu! 🔥

Why settle for one when you can have it all? 👀
Enjoy an appetizer + main course + soft drink for just $21 — all in one delicious experience!

🍽️ Fresh flavors
🌮 Authentic favorites
🥤 All included

And it gets even better…
🍹 Margaritas on special
🍺 Tecate beer deals all lunch long

Grab your crew and make lunch the best part of your day 🎉

📍 Dine-in only | 11 am to 3 pm | Tuesday thru Friday.

🌼Celebrate Mother's day at El Portal! Join us on on May 10th and enjoy live music on our patio, your favorite food and d...
04/26/2026

🌼Celebrate Mother's day at El Portal! Join us on on May 10th and enjoy live music on our patio, your favorite food and drink specials, and buffet & dinner options.

Make your reservations now by calling us at (626) 795-8553 or by visiting our website via the link in our bio.

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas is our second special for this week! 🍽Two corn tortillas rolled with shredded chicken and topp...
04/23/2026

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas is our second special for this week! 🍽

Two corn tortillas rolled with shredded chicken and topped with our homemade suiza sauce. Served with rice and fresh vegetables, crème fraiche, and avocado slices.

Barramundi Al Mojo De Ajo is our first special for this week! 😋Filet of Barramundi pan sautéed, then topped with a garli...
04/23/2026

Barramundi Al Mojo De Ajo is our first special for this week! 😋

Filet of Barramundi pan sautéed, then topped with a garlic butter sauce. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and fresh vegetables.

Come celebrate with us for Cinco de Mayo!Make your reservations now by calling us at 626 795 8553 or visiting our websit...
04/22/2026

Come celebrate with us for Cinco de Mayo!

Make your reservations now by calling us at 626 795 8553 or visiting our website via the link in our bio.

Introducing El Portal’s Fiesta Lunch! 🥳Your new lunch solution! Featuring one appetizer, main course, and a drink for on...
04/21/2026

Introducing El Portal’s Fiesta Lunch! 🥳

Your new lunch solution! Featuring one appetizer, main course, and a drink for only $21. Looking for value AND flavor? We have you covered!

Available in our dining room, on the patio, and at our bar
11 AM to 3 PM Tuesday thru Friday

And be sure to check out our new Fiesta Drink Specials: House margarita $8, Tecate beer $5, house wine $7.

⚾When the Dodgers Win, You Win! 💙When the Dodgers win this season, El Portal will offer select combination plates for on...
04/21/2026

⚾When the Dodgers Win, You Win! 💙
When the Dodgers win this season, El Portal will offer select combination plates for only $12 following the game or the next day.*

We are also offering a Dodger victory special on our house margaritas for $7.00 each! 🍹

LET’S GO DODGERS! ⚾

🚨*Pickup only. All orders must be placed through our online portal at www.elportalrestaurant.com *

Your night just got better, now featuring live music from Grupo Bella along with delicious food and margaritas.
04/17/2026

Your night just got better, now featuring live music from Grupo Bella along with delicious food and margaritas.

Address

695 E Green Street
Pasadena, CA
91101

To get to the restaurant located on E Green Street in Pasadena, you can take the Gold Line Metro to Memorial Park Station and walk towards the direction of E Green Street. Alternatively, you can take the Metro Bus 180/181 and get off at Colorado Blvd & Madison Ave and walk towards E Green Street.

If you're driving, you can exit from 210 Fwy onto Hill Ave southbound, turn right onto Green St and look for parking options around that area. Paid street parking is available on Green St between S Los Robles Ave and S Madison Ave.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 8:30pm
Thursday 11am - 8:30pm
Friday 11am - 9:30pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+1 626-795-8553

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their bold and flavorful dishes that tantalize the taste buds. El Portal Restaurant on E Green Street in Pasadena is no exception. This restaurant has been serving up delicious Mexican cuisine for 27 years and has been voted "Best Yucatán & Mexican Rest" by the Pasadena Weekly.

One dish that stands out at El Portal is the Ensalada Maya. This salad features Cajun chicken, caramelized walnuts, ripe tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, and a chardonnay mustard dressing. The combination of flavors creates a taste sensation that is sure to please any palate.

Another must-try dish at El Portal is the Quesadilla Rebozo. This large flour tortilla is filled with spicy chicken, spinach, fire-roasted red bell peppers, and melted cheddar and jack cheese. It's served with mango salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a burst of flavor in every bite.

For seafood lovers, the Enchiladas Sirenitas are a must-try. These two enchiladas are filled with lobster, shrimp, crab meat, and spinach before being rolled and covered with tomatillo sauce. They're then topped with avocado and sour cream and served with rice and salad.

To cool off on a hot day or to complement your meal, El Portal offers an array of refreshing beverages such as ice-cold margaritas, frosty daiquiris, invigorating mojitos, fruity sangrias, and more.

Overall, El Portal Restaurant offers delicious Mexican cuisine that will leave you wanting more. With their flavorful dishes and refreshing beverages available for delivery through Grubhub, UberEats, and DoorDash or ordering through their website directly - it's just a click away!

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