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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in El Monte, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is The Derby with a 4.7-star rating from 2,141 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Annia's Kitchen and La Bufadora Baja Grill El Monte. The average rating across all listed restaurants in El Monte is 4.5 stars from 962 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in El Monte range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 13, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Burritos La Palma
Burritos La Palma is a top-ranked restaurant in El Monte known for its authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine.
Most Reviewed
Viet Huong Restaurant
Viet Huong Restaurant has the most reviews among the listed restaurants, indicating its popularity and customer satisfaction.
When choosing a restaurant in El Monte, consider both the overall quality and the number of reviews to find the best dining experience that suits your preferences.
Local Market Snapshot
20
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4.5★
Avg rating
962
Avg reviews
Jun 13, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Restaurants
Top-rated El Monte restaurant with 4.7 stars from over 2,100 reviews.
233 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91006, USARated 4.6 stars from 876 Google reviews, this El Monte restaurant is highly popular.
4233 Santa Anita Ave UNIT 18, El Monte, CA 91731, USA4.5 stars from over 1,200 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local popularity.
10990 Lower Azusa Rd # 1, El Monte, CA 91731, USARestaurants Rankings in El Monte, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Derby233 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91006, USA | 4.7★ | 2,141 |
| #2 | Annia's Kitchen4233 Santa Anita Ave UNIT 18, El Monte, CA 91731, USA | 4.6★ | 876 |
| #3 | La Bufadora Baja Grill El Monte10990 Lower Azusa Rd # 1, El Monte, CA 91731, USA | 4.5★ | 1,210 |
| #4 | El Pescador Bar & Grill11740 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA | 4.3★ | 1,809 |
| #5 | El Sombrero3550 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA | 4.4★ | 1,181 |
| #6 | Havana Club Restaurant & Bar 🇨🇺3831 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA | 4.5★ | 672 |
| #7 | El Marisquero Bar and Grill4136 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA | 4.3★ | 579 |
| #8 | Jolly Jug4264 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA | 4.4★ | 505 |
| #9 | Ixmota Taqueria10021 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, USA | 4.5★ | 1,043 |
| #10 | Ocean Bo Dim Sum Cafe3944 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA | 4.3★ | 1,002 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in El Monte
4.3 stars from over 1,800 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local popularity.
11740 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 1,100 Google reviews.
3550 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
With 672 reviews and a 4.5-star average, this restaurant is a local favorite.
3831 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from nearly 580 Google reviews.
4136 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
4.4-star rating from over 500 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.
4264 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars from over a thousand Google reviews.
10021 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Boasting a solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews.
3944 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
A popular local spot with 4.5 stars from nearly 1,000 Google reviews.
5120 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
Known for solid 4.2★ ratings from hundreds of Google reviews in El Monte.
10990 Lower Azusa Rd # 10, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Shoppers rate this restaurant 4.5 stars from over 650 Google reviews.
10727 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91733, USA
A well-reviewed local option with 4.4 stars from over 600 Google ratings.
11583 Lower Azusa Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 400 Google reviews confirms consistent quality.
12100 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
Known for consistent quality with a strong 4.6★ rating from over 300 reviews.
1648 Tyler Ave # E, South El Monte, CA 91733, USA
Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 260 Google reviews.
1945 Tyler Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733, USA
Enjoyed by many, this El Monte restaurant holds a strong 4.7-star rating from 60 reviews.
10814 Main St, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
A well-loved El Monte spot with 4.5 stars from over 650 Google reviews.
5708 Rosemead Blvd #100, Temple City, CA 91780, USA
Solid 4.2-star rating from 3,541 reviews for this El Monte restaurant.
10620 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
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Restaurants in El Monte, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Derby | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,141 |
| 2 | Annia's Kitchen | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 876 |
| 3 | La Bufadora Baja Grill El Monte | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,210 |
| 4 | El Pescador Bar & Grill | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,809 |
| 5 | El Sombrero | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,181 |
| 6 | Havana Club Restaurant & Bar 🇨🇺 | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 672 |
| 7 | El Marisquero Bar and Grill | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 579 |
| 8 | Jolly Jug | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 505 |
| 9 | Ixmota Taqueria | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,043 |
| 10 | Ocean Bo Dim Sum Cafe | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,002 |
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