El Pilon Market & Restaurant

"The food is good but the service is really poor I ask a lady for lemons and she just told me to ask in the front and they had me waiting for 10 min just for lemos bad service..."

"El Pilon stands as a unique blend of restaurant and grocery, offering a slice of Mexico through its authentic grocery items and delectable cuisine. As someone who frequently succumbs to cravings for genuine Mexican flavors, I’ve found myself returning to El Pilon time and again. The establishment’s approachable pricing and vast selection of marinated meats, sauces, and other essentials make it a go-to for anyone looking to infuse their cooking with true Mexican zest. The convenience of parking adds to El Pilon’s allure, ensuring that visits are hassle-free from the start. For those looking to enjoy El Pilon’s culinary offerings, such as the savory carne asada fries, hearty burritos, or traditional enchiladas, the recommendation to call ahead for pickup is a valuable tip. This practice streamlines the experience, allowing for a quick in-and-out visit that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Service at El Pilon is straightforward and self-service, aligning with the quick-serve model. Orders are placed at the register, and although there’s no table service, the presence of dining tables offers the flexibility to enjoy your meal on-site. The self-serve sauce bar is a highlight, providing an array of options to customize your meal to your liking."

"We’ve been coming to this place for over a year because it’s convenient!!! I’m not one to leave bad reviews but it’s either bad or good when I do leave one! Let me tell you how many times this place has gotten our orders wrong!!!! Mind you when you’re on a time limit on your lunch from work time is of the essence it’s precious but when you pick up your food you trust that it’s going to be correct. Not in this case a handful of times they get the order wrong! Missing food and or get food poisoning please triple check your orders when you get it here and then to top it off today just did it!!!! They messed up our food and asked for us to not only take more time out of our precious lunch time but had the audacity to ask for the burrito that was incorrect to be brought back to them! How unsanitary they should be ashamed I hate leaving such bad reviews because some of the workers here are truly great at their customer service but the lady today must’ve simply not been in a good mood no apology nothing to make their! Incorrect order right! Quick to take the money but not right their wrongs!"

"Came on a Tuesday which was taco Tuesday. Chicken and Al pastor tacos were like 1.49 each and were stuffed with meat. Salsas were very tasty. Cucumber lime agua Fresca was amazing"

"Wow, this place is a hidden gem in West Covina! We order their carne asada fries, carne asada nachos and fish tacos for takeaway, and everything was fresh and delicious! I can’t wait to come back to try other items on the menu, check out the rest of the market and dine in sometime. Great place!"