El Camichin Authentic Mexican & Seafood

Nice little restaurant. Cozy spot in downtown Covina. Seating inside and outside. Food and drinks are good. Staff is always very friendly and welcoming.

FoodWanderer

Good authentic Mexican food. Very generous portions and great customer service.

Craig catimon

I was looking for a bite to eat for lunch after my aquatic therapy and was very happy that I stopped in for a visit! Service was excellent, and the food was exceptional! I look forward to stopping this coming Friday!

Martin T

Always a great place for delicious food! Been here many times, never had issue getting sat in a timely manner, mostly because we go on a Tuesday. Wish they had a Taco Tuesday, but even though they don't, still a great spot with lots of options and creative food made their own way!

Daniel Bridge

This place serves the absolute best fish tacos I've ever had in my life. The photo represents the aftermath of a straight max session as I neglected to take a before pic. Dog friendly and great service! My dog Daisy clearly wishes she could have had some (she'll get a treat later 🦴) 10/10 would recommend 🔥

Lee

We’ve eaten here several times and the food never disappoints. The steak Picado and Chele Verde were very flavorful and tasted great. Our server was attentive and insured our water glasses remained full throughout our entire meal. I would definitely recommend this spot to my family and friends.

Marshy Naranjo

Finally a restaurant that lives up to their name! This food is definitely Authentic Mexican food and extremely delicious! I do suggest to go hungry because the portions are BIG.

Isabella Silberhorn

The margaritas are so good, food is delicious (and their portions are abundant)

Hugo Perez

Friendly hard working staff! Food was delicious ( Chile Verde& Chile relleno& hard shell beef taco) cucumber margarita was incredible. Rice and beans were very good. Complimentary chips and salsa was fresh and delicious. Definitely coming back. They have great menu choices. Thank you

*Marco*

You will certainly be satisfied with their freshly made food. I really like the ceviche. It was very fresh and the order was loaded with a lot of ceviche, veggies and plenty of lemon. Oh my god drinking the juice after you're done with your ceviche ..Lord have mercy!! Delicious 😋✨

I had the best Molcajete Ever here is what delicious.i definitely recommend this place even there salsa and chips are very good & freshly made

I chose to enjoy only plant base style of eating, so I ordered a quesadilla it had either chicken or shrimp or beef 😋 but I asked the waiter if I could order that but with no meat? He said NO Problem. Then I asked if they could fill it with the veggies they use for Fajitas, again he said no problem 😊 he said everything else, I said yes! Can you add jalapeños again he said No!!!Problem,anything else? Yes can I get it without cheese 🧀 without any hesitation he said no problem.... I live in Colorado and I travel alot, but this Quesadilla was amazing and the salsa was almost as good as my Mom's and that's the best but pretty dang close. The service we got was amazing, so if you want amazing Food, amazing service, at a good price 😀 Go and check out this Spot,you won't 😀 be sorry 😉 ART ACUÑA

We've been coming here for years, it has become our favorite date night spot! Food is really good, drinks are on point! The live entertainment is authentic! Everyone is great, but we love Lalo! His energy and great customer service has us request him every time we come in! Thank you for your wonderful attitude! 😊-the couple with the little baby boy

Our 1st time here and we were not disappointed. The food was truly authentic, and the flour tortillas were just how I remember when in Mexico. The food portions were very generous. The peach tea was so good. Our server was awesome and very attentive. The music was at a very comfortable level to enjoy conversations. We will definitely be coming back. 10/10

Today we tried this restaurant for the first time. Very impressed on the service and food. We ordered carnitas burrito, agua chile tostada & campechana. All were great. Atmosphere was enjoyable and pleasant. The bill for three was $85 but the goodness of the food was worth it.

Jesse Echevarria

Today we tried this restaurant for the first time. Very impressed on the service and food. We ordered carnitas burrito, agua chile tostada & campechana. All were great. Atmosphere was enjoyable and pleasant. The bill for three was $85 but the goodness of the food was worth it.

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I had the best Molcajete Ever here is what delicious.i definitely recommend this place even there salsa and chips are very good & freshly made

Arthur Acuña

I chose to enjoy only plant base style of eating, so I ordered a quesadilla it had either chicken or shrimp or beef 😋 but I asked the waiter if I could order that but with no meat? He said NO Problem. Then I asked if they could fill it with the veggies they use for Fajitas, again he said no problem 😊 he said everything else, I said yes! Can you add jalapeños again he said No!!!Problem,anything else? Yes can I get it without cheese 🧀 without any hesitation he said no problem.... I live in Colorado and I travel alot, but this Quesadilla was amazing and the salsa was almost as good as my Mom's and that's the best but pretty dang close. The service we got was amazing, so if you want amazing Food, amazing service, at a good price 😀 Go and check out this Spot,you won't 😀 be sorry 😉 ART ACUÑA

Natasha Acosta

We've been coming here for years, it has become our favorite date night spot! Food is really good, drinks are on point! The live entertainment is authentic! Everyone is great, but we love Lalo! His energy and great customer service has us request him every time we come in! Thank you for your wonderful attitude! 😊-the couple with the little baby boy

C Love

Our 1st time here and we were not disappointed. The food was truly authentic, and the flour tortillas were just how I remember when in Mexico. The food portions were very generous. The peach tea was so good. Our server was awesome and very attentive. The music was at a very comfortable level to enjoy conversations. We will definitely be coming back. 10/10

Took the family for fish Friday. We ordered Talapia fried fish, Camarones al mojo de ajo, Costello de camaron and Enchiladas de mole. The Camarones needed a little more seasoning. Service was fine. But seating was very tight! Kept getting hit by people and chairs. They need to make more room.

When you step into El Camichin in Covina on a Sunday morning, you're immediately seduced by the sensual strumming of a live performer, his fingers dancing across the guitar strings as his velvety voice wraps you in Mexican melodies. It's an intimate, almost intoxicating experience that sets the mood perfectly. Even with the promise of pleasure awaiting, there's a bit of anticipation—a wait due to the low staff, despite the vacant tables. But sometimes, the best things come to those who wait. When we were finally seated, the staff, attentive and charming, quickly took our drink orders and brought them without delay. For my morning indulgence, I ordered a special off-menu item: regular chilaquiles, but topped with eggs and chorizo. The anticipation built, and when the plate arrived, it was a feast for the senses. The chilaquiles, dressed in a rich red sauce, mingled provocatively with the eggs and chorizo on top, accompanied by beans and savory potatoes. The chilaquiles and egg-chorizo combo was a symphony of flavors that danced on my tongue, each bite a delight. The beans, however, didn't quite hit the same high note for me, though that might just be personal taste. The potatoes were a savory complement, rounding out the meal perfectly. I've visited El Camichin a few times, and while the food is consistently average, it's the relationship with the staff that keeps me coming back. Their warmth and friendliness make every visit a pleasure. If you're in the area, I definitely recommend giving El Camichin a try. You might just find yourself seduced by the ambiance and the charm of this cozy little spot.

First timer. Worst chili relleno. It was thick and eggy the chili itself was wilted and chewy. The best thing I had was an Al a cart Quesabirria taco . The birria was just like my grandmothers 11/10. Rice and beans were just as good . Service was great and food was out quick. This restaurant also offered outdoor dinning . They got space heaters for the cooler weather. Music and TV outside .

Luis Esqueda

Took the family for fish Friday. We ordered Talapia fried fish, Camarones al mojo de ajo, Costello de camaron and Enchiladas de mole. The Camarones needed a little more seasoning. Service was fine. But seating was very tight! Kept getting hit by people and chairs. They need to make more room.

Jean Jimenez

When you step into El Camichin in Covina on a Sunday morning, you're immediately seduced by the sensual strumming of a live performer, his fingers dancing across the guitar strings as his velvety voice wraps you in Mexican melodies. It's an intimate, almost intoxicating experience that sets the mood perfectly. Even with the promise of pleasure awaiting, there's a bit of anticipation—a wait due to the low staff, despite the vacant tables. But sometimes, the best things come to those who wait. When we were finally seated, the staff, attentive and charming, quickly took our drink orders and brought them without delay. For my morning indulgence, I ordered a special off-menu item: regular chilaquiles, but topped with eggs and chorizo. The anticipation built, and when the plate arrived, it was a feast for the senses. The chilaquiles, dressed in a rich red sauce, mingled provocatively with the eggs and chorizo on top, accompanied by beans and savory potatoes. The chilaquiles and egg-chorizo combo was a symphony of flavors that danced on my tongue, each bite a delight. The beans, however, didn't quite hit the same high note for me, though that might just be personal taste. The potatoes were a savory complement, rounding out the meal perfectly. I've visited El Camichin a few times, and while the food is consistently average, it's the relationship with the staff that keeps me coming back. Their warmth and friendliness make every visit a pleasure. If you're in the area, I definitely recommend giving El Camichin a try. You might just find yourself seduced by the ambiance and the charm of this cozy little spot.

Chris

First timer. Worst chili relleno. It was thick and eggy the chili itself was wilted and chewy. The best thing I had was an Al a cart Quesabirria taco . The birria was just like my grandmothers 11/10. Rice and beans were just as good . Service was great and food was out quick. This restaurant also offered outdoor dinning . They got space heaters for the cooler weather. Music and TV outside .

L.A.G.A

Gets pretty packed during dinner hours. The ceviche Tostadas are very well served. Easily for two or three Tostadas. They have live music for dinner. This was on A friday

If you want to place an order to go or for delivery, avoid it at all costs. I've been ordering pozole from this place, and any time it is ordered before 2 p.m. you get 60% broth and the other 40% is fatty meat if you're lucky. I called today, and was asked if I could wait a "couple minutes" to place my order and was hung up on by a female employee. I called back and a male answered with a super dry attitude. If you can't handle the volume of customers, which was about 5 tables when I walked in, don't answer the phones at all at this point. I'm reluctant to go back, but the only reason I have is because the night staff seems to be much better and my food comes out how it should, unlike the other numerous occasions they skimped me on portions and completely forgot lime and other condiments.

Lana Waite

If you want to place an order to go or for delivery, avoid it at all costs. I've been ordering pozole from this place, and any time it is ordered before 2 p.m. you get 60% broth and the other 40% is fatty meat if you're lucky. I called today, and was asked if I could wait a "couple minutes" to place my order and was hung up on by a female employee. I called back and a male answered with a super dry attitude. If you can't handle the volume of customers, which was about 5 tables when I walked in, don't answer the phones at all at this point. I'm reluctant to go back, but the only reason I have is because the night staff seems to be much better and my food comes out how it should, unlike the other numerous occasions they skimped me on portions and completely forgot lime and other condiments.

Gabriel A

The food was of smaller portion, but maybe that was good. The realization of how bad everything was came after 4 hours of eating at the place. I suddenly felt unwell, and feeling bloated. Then I started sweating and eventually realized it was food poisoning. I spend hours in the restroom and then had to puke most of the food out. Something is wrong in the kitchen. Beware.