Verified Food court

El Chango Night Market

Los AngelesClosed nowOpens at 3:00 PM

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El Chango Night Market is listed on FindALoco in Los Angeles, CA with address, phone, website, hours, and map location. Common services and related keywords include Food Court.

If you are looking for a lively late-day bite in Los Angeles, CA, El Chango Night Market stands out as a welcoming food court experience that brings together a wide mix of vendors in one place. Located at 1038 Main St in downtown Los Angeles, this evening market has built a strong local following, reflected in its 4.3 rating from 488 reviews. Guests often describe it as a place with good food, good people, and an easygoing energy that makes it feel more like a neighborhood hangout than a formal dining destination.

What makes El Chango Night Market memorable is the variety. Reviews mention everything from sweets, aguas frescas, and coffee to BBQ, pork dishes, pupusas, teriyaki, and other street-food favorites. A few standout items mentioned by customers include the pasta from The Brothers Bistro and the tlayuda from Vicky's Quesadillas, with praise for freshly made ingredients, sauces, meats, and corn dough. That range makes this Los Angeles food market a practical choice for groups, families, and mixed tastes, since everyone can explore different vendors and still eat together.

The atmosphere is a big part of the draw. Visitors consistently talk about the lively setting, the steady flow of new vendors, and the sense that there is always something different to try. It is especially well suited for casual nights out, small celebrations, or meeting up with friends who want more than a single-menu restaurant. For larger groups, the market format can be a real advantage, and one reviewer noted having a good experience even with a party of ten on a Friday night. The overall vibe feels social, busy, and food-focused without being overly complicated.

Because El Chango Night Market operates on a limited weekly schedule, it helps to plan ahead. The market is closed Monday through Wednesday, then opens Thursday through Saturday from 5:00 PM to midnight and Sunday from 3:00 PM to midnight. Reviews suggest arriving earlier if parking matters to you, since availability can vary, though both street parking and paid lots may be options nearby. Some guests also recommend having cash or being ready to pay by QR code, which can make ordering from different vendors easier.

For anyone searching for a food court in Los Angeles, CA that offers street-market variety, a casual community feel, and plenty of choices under one roof, El Chango Night Market is worth keeping on your list. It is a good fit for diners who enjoy discovering new vendors, sharing dishes, and turning a meal into an outing. Whether you are craving savory comfort food, fresh-made specialties, or something sweet to finish the night, this downtown Los Angeles spot offers the kind of flexible experience that keeps people coming back.

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Austin Kushner
12h ago

AWWWW where do I start ive had a lot of food in my life. I've also been to a lot of food market/ foodie events but this one is at the top right now. Always a new guy trying to show out. Always good food and people. Not one altercation has happened the few times ive been able to attend. loving tis new energy and scene in the area

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yosemite Cála
12h ago

Love the atmosphere at this location ! They have delicious sweets and great food ! You must try though the pastas from The Brothers Bistro 👌🏻 the way how they make their pastas literally reminds me of a restaurant I would go to in Malibu.

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Juan Mejia
12h ago

This is another night market that I've been meaning to go to and I've finally got the chance to experience the food! This time I started by trying out the tlayuda from Vicky's Quesadillas all of the ingredients are freshly made from the sauces to the meats all the way to the corn dough! The salsa verde was amazing! Spicy but not overpowering the flavors of the other ingredients. Did I mention the tortilla was hand made and had a filling of grounded beans on the inside! Overall I highly recommend Vicky's Quesadillas. Next I tried some asada and pastor tacos. I can't recall the name of the vendor but it is Puebla style tacos. The tortillas were fresh and handmade. The tacos were filled with a generous amount of guacamole sauce my favorite! They were pretty tasty with red and green salsa. They were also offering some fresh boiled beans on the side as well, perfect for the cold weather! Last but not least I tried out the freshly handmade empanadas over at Empanadas la Flor. I ordered the cheese and potatoes empanadas. The dough is hand pressed into the shape of an empanada and filled with cheese and potatoes then it is submerged into hot boiling oil to make a nice and crispy empanada! Then it is garnished with some lettuce, cheese and cream along with red salsa this elevates the flavor to where it's fresh and zesty on the outside followed by a light and crispy flavor from the outside shell of the empanada. Followed by a soft, chewy and doughy flavor as you eat through the center! Overall I highly recommend this spot if you're hungry for freshly made Mexican food. There's also other foods like funnel cakes, mini doughnuts, pastas, BBQ ribs, hibachi so there's plenty of dishes for everyone! Street parking on Main St is also free on Sundays!

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Edgar Espadas
12h ago

Friday to Sunday. Parking is $5 if you can find any. Pay cash or qr code. Street parking available. Plenty of vendors with lots of variety. From your sweets, aguas, coffe to your bbq, pork, pupusas, teriyaki and so much more. You can find something good here.

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Jen
12h ago

Honestly I was hesitating to visit after reading mixed reviews here and there, but I'm glad it turned out better than we thought. We came as a party of 10 on a Friday night. Parking is relatively easy if you come early, street parking is free after 6, and there is also a lot up the street for $10. Alameda night market is a fairly small market located in DTLA, despite it being small, it has a good amount of food vendors to choose from! They offer mostly Mexican food, and a few dessert vendors (D cake, mini pancake, churros, freshly made popcorn, and flan cakes) I think there is a burger vendor as well! The highlight thoughout the night was the Birria tacos w/ consommé, all the combos ($13) are good, and I honestly loved their #3. However, I probably wouldn't recommend the tapatio ramen from any vendor at this market location, they are salty and overpriced. The biggest con would be the seating, I wish they had more. I like that it's a dog friendly environment and it has a $2 bounce house for kids to enjoy! Note: Cash only mostly, some accept Venmo, and it is booze free!

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