The story
Don Cholo is a Mexican barbecue truck parked at 1121 S Western Avenue in Los Angeles, drawing a loyal crowd for its charcoal-grilled meats and homemade tortillas. As Jack’s Dining Room observed, the truck is “especially famous” for its bone marrow steak tacos and mango habanero ribs—dishes that deliver bold, smoky flavors with a sweet-spicy kick.
The setup is refreshingly unpretentious: outdoor seating and takeout, with all attention on what comes off the grill. Jack’s Dining Room, trying Mexican BBQ for the first time, highlighted the interplay of rich bone marrow and sweet-spicy ribs as the standouts. Don Cholo excels at being exactly what it sets out to be—a first-rate taco truck that rewards those who seek it out.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Don Cholo’s mango habanero ribs are the undisputed star, praised for a perfect sweet-heat balance. The overall vibe is warm, casual, and boldly flavorful.
“Smothered in sauce. I can probably see my reflection in this rib. It's like a mirror. That's a good sign. When your rib is glazed to the max, that's what you want to see. Wow. Truly the perfect balance of heat and sweetness from the mango. It's my first time trying Mexican-style barbecue and I absolutely love it.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Don Cholo. Most active: Jack's Dining Room
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
Trying Mexican style BBQ for the first time 📍Don Pollon, LA #mexicanfood #tacos · @ 0:00
Don Cholo is a Mexican barbecue truck in LA serving incredible charcoal-grilled meats with homemade tortillas, especially famous for bone marrow steak tacos and mango habanero ribs.
Dishes mentioned
Bone Marrow Steak Tacos
I like how they serve it with just platters and then you make the tacos yourself. He said to hit it with his homemade salsa. Mhm, that is definitely spicy. Way spicier than he made it seem. Maybe I just didn't understand a word he said. The bone marrow is so rich on top and you can taste the smokiness from the charcoal. And these homemade corn tortillas are incredible.
Mango Habanero Ribs
Smothered in sauce. I can probably see my reflection in this rib. It's like a mirror. That's a good sign. When your rib is glazed to the max, that's what you want to see. Wow. Truly the perfect balance of heat and sweetness from the mango. It's my first time trying Mexican-style barbecue and I absolutely love it.
