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Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3-5pm
Come join us for happy hour! We’ve got a lineup of draft and bottled beers, refreshing micheladas, and tasty margaritas just waiting for you! Tacos & more!
Three Generations of Delicious Recipes
The legacy continues! Originally opened in 1964 in Highland Park has now been reborn in Lincoln Heights. A true favorite of generations of families in Los Angeles and beyond.
Gustavo and Irene Montes opened El Arco Iris with the hopes of bringing a taste of their native Querataro, Mexico to the people of LA. With the help of their children and later, their grandchildren, it grew from eight tables to a full-service restaurant. Offering signature dishes like chile verde, mole poblano, and carnitas. The family continued to operate the restaurant until 2017 when it closed at the Highland Park location.
Grandson Gus Pelaez had a dream for many years to be able to continue the legacy his grandparents and family built. In 2022, it all came together when he found the new location in Lincoln Heights. All of the original recipes are what set El Arco apart from others - that and the memories that continue to be made.
El Arco Mexican Restaurant Gift Card
Give the gift of authentic Mexican flavors with an El Arco Mexican Restaurant Gift Card! Available in denominations of $10, $25, $50, and $100, it’s the perfect way to treat friends and family to freshly made Mexican cuisine perfected over three generations. Whether they’re craving tacos, enchiladas, or savory house specials, this gift card lets them enjoy the rich tradition and flavors of El Arco at their convenience. Perfect for any occasion!