When you’re near a major airport or stadium, the food options are usually either overpriced, mediocre, or both. Mariscos El Puerto Escondido is the exception — a family-owned mariscos restaurant with locations genuinely close to three of SoCal’s biggest landmarks, making fresh ceviche, aguachile, and mojarra frita daily since 1992.
Here’s which location to hit depending on where you are.
Near LAX — Imperial Highway, Inglewood
3629 W Imperial Hwy, Inglewood is 5–10 minutes from LAX, accessible via the 405 and 105 freeways. It’s the right stop before or after a flight — or a regular lunch destination for airport workers who want something genuinely worth eating.
What to order near LAX: Shrimp tacos ($3.99) for a quick stop; ceviche de camarón and a seafood cocktail if you have 45 minutes. Open until midnight Friday and Saturday — covers most evening departures.
Near SoFi Stadium & Kia Forum — Hawthorne Blvd, Inglewood
10321 Hawthorne Blvd, Suite A, Inglewood sits in the heart of Inglewood’s entertainment corridor, accessible from SoFi Stadium and the Kia Forum. For Rams games, Chargers games, concerts, and events — El Puerto Escondido is the pre- or post-show meal that beats anything inside the venue at a fraction of the price.
What to order near SoFi: Order ahead online so you can pick up and go. Shrimp tacos for speed; ceviche + seafood cocktail for a proper pre-game spread. Open until midnight weekends.
Near Ontario Airport — Ostrems Way, San Bernardino
1970 Ostrems Way, San Bernardino serves the Inland Empire corridor between Ontario International Airport (ONT) and San Bernardino. For IE travelers, airport workers, and the dense residential communities around this area, El Puerto Escondido is the best mariscos option in the region.
What to order near ONT: Mojarra frita if you have time to sit; tacos and ceviche for a faster meal. Order ahead at elpuertoescondidorestaurant.com.
Order Direct Before You Arrive
All three locations support direct online ordering at elpuertoescondidorestaurant.com — order on the way and pick up ready. No DoorDash, no fees, no delays from a third-party relay.
FAQs
Q: Which El Puerto Escondido is closest to LAX? A: The Imperial Highway location at 3629 W Imperial Hwy, Inglewood — approximately 5–10 minutes from LAX.
Q: Is there a mariscos restaurant near SoFi Stadium? A: Yes — El Puerto Escondido at 10321 Hawthorne Blvd, Inglewood is near SoFi Stadium and the Kia Forum. Open until midnight on weekends.
Q: Is El Puerto Escondido near Ontario Airport? A: The San Bernardino location at 1970 Ostrems Way is in the Ontario/San Bernardino corridor, accessible from ONT.
Q: Can I order ahead before arriving from the airport or stadium? A: Yes — order directly at elpuertoescondidorestaurant.com and pick up ready. Strongly recommended before events or flights.
