El Fogon Mexican Grill
Riverside
El Fogon Mexican Grill in Riverside is renowned for its viral, supersized comfort food creations featuring massive portions. Highlights include the towering Torta Monster loaded with carnitas, ham, egg, milanesa, and melted cheese, as well as the Monster Burrito packed with multiple meats, crispy cheese blankets, and french fries. Located near UCR, it is also celebrated for loaded surf and turf fries and the local favorite Fogon Burrito.
Commenters are largely amused and astonished by the colossal portion sizes, noting that single dishes could easily feed an entire family. While many view it as a beloved UCR college staple and praise its sheer visual appeal, some diners offer mixed critiques regarding higher prices and occasional lack of flavor. Overall, reactions lean positive with many expressing eagerness to visit, balanced by occasional jokes about the extreme portion sizes.
- Order the Torta Monster or Monster Burrito if you want viral, supersized dishes packed with multiple meats and melted cheese.
- Try the local favorite Fogon Burrito or loaded surf and turf fries for classic Mexican comfort options.
- Bring friends or family to share, as individual entrees are large enough to feed several people.
- Conveniently located just minutes away from UC Riverside.
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