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  • Опубликовано: 31 дек 2019
  • Based in the neighborhood of Boyle Heights in Los Angeles, people come far and wide for the tacos at family-owned Carnitas El Momo, and its beloved owner, El Momo.
    The carnitas are made from pork which confit in pork lard and are made up of pork butt, stomach, and skins. These loaded tacos, topped with grilled onions and pickled vegetables, are a labor of love from El Momo, who learned how to butcher and prepare pigs in Mexico from his father before he immigrated to the United States to work as a welder. After sustaining a work injury, El Momo went back to his culinary roots and started making carnitas full time in East LA. Today, with help from son Billy, El Momo’s has won taco contests with dishes like migajas (burnt ends) tacos, and mulitas (similar to a quesadilla). El Momo’s legacy has no end in sight, and the family works hard to provide positivity and refuge for the community it serves.
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Комментарии • 6 тыс.

  • @StoneLax420
    @StoneLax420 4 года назад +9864

    Immigrant parents like these ones are real super heroes.

    • @jeremyjdl713
      @jeremyjdl713 4 года назад +49

      StoneLax420 Native American parents*

    • @jeremyjdl713
      @jeremyjdl713 4 года назад +140

      balls bag Are you dumb? Yes, ingredients mixed within the cultures but tacos are 100% Mexican.
      With the simple fact that many of the ingredients that make up a taco didn’t even exist in the old world(Africa,Europe, and Asia) proves it.
      Corn, tomatoes, avocados, chile peppers all native to the Americas and weren’t found in the Middle East or Europe. Spaniards introduced native American peppers to south Asia in the 1500s. South Asia has black pepper but it’s different to the ones in the Americas.
      Native Americans(Mexicans) have been making tacos for thousands of years before any european or middle easterner even thought of getting on a boat across the Atlantic.

    • @fmlAllthetime
      @fmlAllthetime 4 года назад +30

      Tacos in their modern form are a mixed food heritage. Pigs, cows, chickens and cheese were introduced by Europeans, spices from other cultures (cilantro, cumin etc.), but the tomato, avocado and corn tortillas were native. Modern Mexican cuisine is an internationally sinpired cuisine much as is modern Thai (chili peppers etc.) and many others. Ain't no shame in that.

    • @jeremyjdl713
      @jeremyjdl713 4 года назад +32

      fmlAllthetime You are correct the Americas didn’t have beast of burden back then. But tacos were made for thousands of years before the Spaniards arrived with meats that weren’t from animals from the old world. I agree that modern tacos are a mix of cultures. Another example is Italian food. Spaghetti and pizza would be very different without tomatoes from the Americas.

    • @Justin-nq6kf
      @Justin-nq6kf 4 года назад +13

      Yea legal immigrants.

  • @jose1991
    @jose1991 4 года назад +7644

    in a mexican household when your father cries because hes proud of you that is the ultimate approval

    • @jose1991
      @jose1991 4 года назад +148

      @Billy Bob idk I'm not of any other culture nor ethnicity I wouldn't know

    • @gari8529
      @gari8529 4 года назад +36

      Así es carnal

    • @LeslieGarcia-jk1xc
      @LeslieGarcia-jk1xc 4 года назад +46

      I almost cried!! Y si! Me da mucho gusto! Ive always had mi raza encouraging anyone to do better! When he cried that he wants to help people like they have help him.. I almost started crying! He reminds me of every strong man figure ive ever came across.

    • @AlexV523
      @AlexV523 4 года назад +4

      Facts

    • @murdamomurda9018
      @murdamomurda9018 4 года назад +95

      @Billy Bob In macho mexican culture a man never cries unless, he had to much tequila and someone done turned up some Chete. So yea BIG deal if your mexi papa crying cause he so proud of you. Meanwhile Mr Johnson crying cause his wife left him.

  • @switchamafuck78
    @switchamafuck78 3 года назад +1712

    No annoying intro, no annoying host who doesn't understand, just the people and the food, how it should be.

    • @maxpagliano9065
      @maxpagliano9065 3 года назад +36

      and no annoying ass music!

    • @3DCommando
      @3DCommando 2 года назад +9

      @@maxpagliano9065 what you know about rolling down in the deep.

    • @mad_max21
      @mad_max21 2 года назад +3

      LOL Insider.

    • @inflam3
      @inflam3 2 года назад +3

      @@3DCommando LMAO im tired and sick listening to that song every time i watch some random ass vids

    • @joeyclemenza7339
      @joeyclemenza7339 2 года назад +2

      this is EXACTLY why I prefer Munchies over anything produced by the food network.

  • @Bloombaby99
    @Bloombaby99 2 года назад +245

    I loved what Lupe Diaz said: "Nobody leaves here hungry." As a woman who was homeless on the streets, she is absolutely correct. A lot of Hispanic restaurants fed me when I was living on the streets. Big props to this family.

    • @slimxdemon3129
      @slimxdemon3129 Год назад +8

      Props to you for overcoming that obstacle. Literally inspiring.

    • @cratoss.4772
      @cratoss.4772 11 месяцев назад

      If it isn't insensitive,how did you become homeless might I ask?

  • @manuelmedina8880
    @manuelmedina8880 4 года назад +1987

    Nothing more powerful than seeing your dad cry, cause he is so proud!

    • @vatolocosforever803
      @vatolocosforever803 4 года назад +9

      He didn't admit it he said it's a stroke symptom

    • @summerwinter2864
      @summerwinter2864 4 года назад +3

      he wasn't crying bcuz he's proud, he was crying bcuz he feels sorry for himself bcuz he's sick and he don't feel it's right for him to be sick bcuz he help everyone that don't have money, to a free sandwich, meanwhile he's selling pork like crazy and pork is an abomination unto GOD ( Lev 11:7) +( Isaiah 66:17) other than that, he's a nice guy.👍

    • @stephanieduncan9143
      @stephanieduncan9143 4 года назад +4

      @@summerwinter2864 🗣️ok Summer's Eve,GOD said everything he made was Good. He told Peter that in the New Testament 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    • @summerwinter2864
      @summerwinter2864 4 года назад +3

      @@stephanieduncan9143 😃 no Duncan donuts, the LORD didnt tell peter any thing he eat is good. bcuz if that was true, why did the prophet Isaiah prophesied that when the LORD come back, he's coming with fire and chariots, to consume all of them eating SWINE'S flesh and the abomination of the mouse ( Isaiah 66:15-17) and by the way, Isaiah's prophesies were 100 % everytime, Isaiah was the main prophet that Christ quoted when he was on earth. eating swines flesh / pork is an abomination even until Christ come back. but if you got a scripture that say differently, please come forth with it. and if you're thinking about hiding behind (Acts 10:11-15) you might wanna read (Acts 10:28) first, bcuz that verse explains what Peter's vison was about and Peter's vision wasn't about food, it was about the men he was about to meet up with. so peter wouldn't view those men as common or unclean. bcuz those men were cleansed by the LORD.

    • @summerwinter2864
      @summerwinter2864 4 года назад +3

      @@stephanieduncan9143 its so quiet i hear crickets, do you hear crickets, i hear crickets?? 😃

  • @beebsisme233
    @beebsisme233 4 года назад +1026

    Feed the homeless no questions asked these people deserve every piece of their success amazing

    • @3Dside13
      @3Dside13 4 года назад +5

      Matthew Moser I wanted to go for the food that has to be the best looking Mexican food I’ve seen and I know my Mexican food. But after they said that I’m definitely going one day

    • @raulmeza9527
      @raulmeza9527 4 года назад +3

      Matthew Moser send homeless to work so they can pay for there food because there are lazy and drug acti

    • @Lemon-rk9hq
      @Lemon-rk9hq 4 года назад

      damian lillard true

    • @loualbino5536
      @loualbino5536 4 года назад +1

      They wouldn't have much to give the homeless if I lived near that place.

  • @Enes-wj5xq
    @Enes-wj5xq 3 года назад +1163

    I'm learning to make tacos and burritos in home, credits to the Mexicans thank you for these delicious foods, greetings from Iraq 🇮🇶🇲🇽

    • @AntonioFlores-kf6sd
      @AntonioFlores-kf6sd 3 года назад +74

      Middle Eastern food is surprising similar to Mexican food. As-salaam 'alykum

    • @zeekyfmgutierrez7968
      @zeekyfmgutierrez7968 3 года назад +54

      That's what it's all about brotha sharing & learning about each others cultures 💯🙌🏼

    • @TheLui37
      @TheLui37 2 года назад +9

      🌍🌎♥️

    • @phillschneider5232
      @phillschneider5232 2 года назад +15

      @@zeekyfmgutierrez7968 Bien dicho!!!!Saludos desde Argentina!!!

    • @zeekyfmgutierrez7968
      @zeekyfmgutierrez7968 2 года назад +7

      Shaaaoow! 🙌🏼👏🏼🤝🏼✊🏼🇮🇹

  • @p.kimbrell5382
    @p.kimbrell5382 3 года назад +860

    These kind of people are the salt of the earth. Without them we would be lost, utterly and completely.

    • @daily328i
      @daily328i 3 года назад +20

      @cody pretty sure he meant the way they act as in humble and caring for there community, Moron.

    • @aron8659
      @aron8659 3 года назад +1

      no exaggeration there

    • @MUFCandy99
      @MUFCandy99 3 года назад +4

      @cody bore off you melt

    • @whicay5460
      @whicay5460 3 года назад +10

      @yt imagine thinking someone's a moron because of a minor spelling error, you really are a moron lol.

    • @whicay5460
      @whicay5460 3 года назад

      @yt what from that comment made you say triggered 😅

  • @jovannyrios485
    @jovannyrios485 4 года назад +4797

    Noticed how the whole time he sounds proud of his dad.

  • @SuperFlawlessMakeup
    @SuperFlawlessMakeup 4 года назад +3426

    When the dad cried being so proud of his children. I’m not crying you are 😩😩😭

    • @Ceb773
      @Ceb773 4 года назад +16

      Yeah that really came out of nowhere

    • @RaspyStarks
      @RaspyStarks 4 года назад +33

      You crying? No I was cutting them onions 😂 😅😭

    • @Tmark3324
      @Tmark3324 4 года назад +10

      I cried 😰

    • @RockstarEater
      @RockstarEater 4 года назад +14

      I wish my dad could do that for me =(

    • @isinox
      @isinox 4 года назад +43

      Now I just wanna make tacos till my dad is THAT motherfucking proud of me... Good people, good food, good show.

  • @jessicaaguirre1229
    @jessicaaguirre1229 3 года назад +287

    They are so pure, humble and true Mexican to the core. My grandmother was old school like that and if you ever cane hungry even if she didn't have much she offer you something. That is what I was thought. I love to see people like this true to thier values... mi gente 😭😍❣️

  • @harlem6365
    @harlem6365 3 года назад +246

    10:44 that sums up Mexican people to me. I lived in a neighborhood in Mexico City as a very noticeable foreigner to study Spanish. They all treated me like family and I miss the people there. Viva México, el mejor pais del mundo

  • @abelgarza2856
    @abelgarza2856 4 года назад +2448

    “We’re on a mission “
    “Till the wheels fall off”
    Much respect to MOMO

    • @ethanhoeft2455
      @ethanhoeft2455 4 года назад +2

      literally what i said to myself

    • @osvaldo9354
      @osvaldo9354 4 года назад +3

      Momo Jr.

    • @idkidc5463
      @idkidc5463 4 года назад

      Or hes out of dessert lol

    • @guerrero_5104
      @guerrero_5104 3 года назад +2

      Asi somos los mexicanos hasta que la carreta aguante

    • @servalenci
      @servalenci 3 года назад +1

      ✊🏽 RESPECT TO THAT MAN!

  • @lesliegutierrrz555
    @lesliegutierrrz555 4 года назад +607

    The best part was we don’t let anyone leave here hungry with or without money 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 humble family

    • @angelalvarez7257
      @angelalvarez7257 4 года назад +3

      Hospitalidad mexicana at its best

    • @redfive8965
      @redfive8965 4 года назад +2

      I've been there. To their house. If you're waiting in line, they hook you up with a taco 🤤

  • @rudysaeid6723
    @rudysaeid6723 2 года назад +181

    I loved this so much. Momo reminds so much of my dad and the struggle he had coming from Mexico, After losing my dad in January this was very therapeutic. Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @milesbennett
    @milesbennett 3 года назад +23

    Decent, hardworking families like this are the literal backbone of America.

    • @bconni2
      @bconni2 3 года назад +1

      and the backbone of Los Angeles.

  • @LittleMoose1
    @LittleMoose1 4 года назад +956

    "if you don't work, you don't move forward" If only everyone would understand that.

    • @nigerjenkins6372
      @nigerjenkins6372 4 года назад +2

      true God bless them

    • @joeysbestfriend2614
      @joeysbestfriend2614 4 года назад +16

      These are the kind of people who would still be working even if they are missing an arm or a leg.

    • @pjip
      @pjip 4 года назад +1

      Word.

    • @Zarrakon
      @Zarrakon 4 года назад +8

      Capitalism is bad tho, don't forget that.

    • @BradPitbull
      @BradPitbull 4 года назад +2

      I AGREE
      OBAMA has deported more Mexicans than any other president ever

  • @mannybananas1322
    @mannybananas1322 4 года назад +4328

    When you see gorditos as chefs thats when you know the food is fire.

    • @parkeranderson5074
      @parkeranderson5074 4 года назад +39

      eunos 209 Or that they don’t work out/eat like they should.

    • @DreadedLad88
      @DreadedLad88 4 года назад +450

      @@parkeranderson5074 do you feel better now since you got that out?

    • @parkeranderson5074
      @parkeranderson5074 4 года назад +19

      NC Hawks Fan I’m not being negative torwards them. Don’t be butthurt.

    • @DreadedLad88
      @DreadedLad88 4 года назад +253

      @@parkeranderson5074 you're assuming I'm "butt hurt". Shitty people just annoy me. But it's cool, life has a way of straightening that out.

    • @parkeranderson5074
      @parkeranderson5074 4 года назад +19

      NC Hawks Fan You must annoy yourself a whole lot. The truth hurts as you must be a fat body. Go workout and stop being a little bitch.

  • @joeyboardwell8030
    @joeyboardwell8030 3 года назад +71

    Omg, when he cried speaking of the love he has for his children I teared up. This was such a wonderful story of not just a business but of a family and their version of the American dream.

  • @Diegoo98
    @Diegoo98 Год назад +43

    After watching this vid, went directly to LA and ate 10 tacos, THE TACOS WERE SOO GOOD I WAS ACTUALLY CRYING!Tacos el Momo are amazing as well as the crew; viva México cabrones y michoacán!!🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

  • @MR-pq3rc
    @MR-pq3rc 3 года назад +2092

    why am i crying watchin a Vid about tacos??
    pops sayin he was proud of his children...hit me in the soft spot

    • @johnmentroza3848
      @johnmentroza3848 3 года назад +6

      Hell yeah it did

    • @janeparklikeslemonade
      @janeparklikeslemonade 3 года назад +11

      because it’s a beautiful story :)

    • @a.e.rromero5403
      @a.e.rromero5403 3 года назад +16

      It hit you in the "buche" 😂✌

    • @rosyglezfit
      @rosyglezfit 3 года назад +5

      @@a.e.rromero5403 true, hits me in ny buche también 😉

    • @damianstorm9932
      @damianstorm9932 3 года назад +2

      I know right. dad got me all choked up. now i gotta go back to the hood for these tacos. yes, i am mexican but did not grow up in east l.a. so never heard of momos.

  • @willvr4
    @willvr4 4 года назад +570

    Mexicans are the hardest working people i've ever met. Anyone who says otherwise, doesn't know any Mexicans.

    • @sheilahunter6232
      @sheilahunter6232 4 года назад +14

      will - Filipinos too

    • @noseasdebiljwd7501
      @noseasdebiljwd7501 4 года назад +3

      Grateful for the American dream too

    • @alab2839
      @alab2839 4 года назад +3

      Ewoks too

    • @titusfuimaonoteo
      @titusfuimaonoteo 4 года назад +21

      I think its cause where they came from and man mexicans know everything. Plumbing, building, cooking etc. Lol

    • @j.t152
      @j.t152 4 года назад +4

      Central American to

  • @ckim213
    @ckim213 Год назад +96

    They just opened their restaurant down the street from my house. And honestly... this is seriously as good as they say it is. There's really nothing like this that I've tried in my entire life of living in LA. So glad that I can get this anytime I want now

    • @okkkkkk950
      @okkkkkk950 Год назад +1

      Is the restaurant under the same name as the truck ?

    • @edgarcoronado9970
      @edgarcoronado9970 Год назад +4

      What's the address???

    • @ckim213
      @ckim213 Год назад +2

      @@okkkkkk950 Yes! Last time I went, I saw the son chopping up the meat. He was working real hard. Looked exhausted to be honest

    • @Jackslacter
      @Jackslacter Год назад

      You havent tried mine.

    • @surfgar
      @surfgar 9 месяцев назад

      It doesn't taste as good as the house. It's not good tbh

  • @nanizro2840
    @nanizro2840 2 года назад +62

    It’s so beautiful to see the tradition continued by the son. Papi made me tear up talking about the pride he has for his children. Viva nuestra tradicion Mexicana ✊🏽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

  • @danajo2219
    @danajo2219 4 года назад +1978

    This family is so precious, and I hope and pray for peace, prosperity, their health and lots of love

    • @Jimmy-03
      @Jimmy-03 4 года назад +3

      I come to this place

    • @Jimmy-03
      @Jimmy-03 4 года назад +4

      Carnitas r good

    • @khaldrogo9451
      @khaldrogo9451 4 года назад +3

      God isn’t real so what’s the point?

    • @theForrestGalantey
      @theForrestGalantey 4 года назад +8

      @@khaldrogo9451 Jesus loves you.

    • @Nikp117
      @Nikp117 4 года назад +5

      @@khaldrogo9451 you must be real fun at parties

  • @dareenwang8048
    @dareenwang8048 4 года назад +741

    Honest, kind hardworking people who respect tradition and the past. These are the people I respect.

    • @RockstarEater
      @RockstarEater 4 года назад +5

      Totally agree. Was raised that way as an Asian as well.

    • @pinacolaaadas
      @pinacolaaadas 4 года назад

      @@RockstarEater we are more similar than we are different brother

    • @RockstarEater
      @RockstarEater 4 года назад +1

      @@pinacolaaadas Awesome. Keep in touch ,man. I have food channel where I document taco stuff like this in LA!

    • @savagesavage7856
      @savagesavage7856 4 года назад

      @@RockstarEater tacos where invented by native Americans in Mexico after inventing the corn we know today, they where amazing

  • @jackwing3499
    @jackwing3499 2 года назад +24

    “If you don’t work, you don’t move forward”. Great mentality from the ol’ boss. Great food, great people. Love the Mexican culture and people. Saludos de Holanda

  • @roberttejeda8607
    @roberttejeda8607 Год назад +14

    Mi gente de Mexico, Im Dominican but always show love to my people, I love Mexican culture!!

  • @chandlerjenny0627
    @chandlerjenny0627 4 года назад +527

    As soon as the father was crying saying how proud he of his family tears instantly

    • @eswinquinonez2775
      @eswinquinonez2775 4 года назад +3

      ugly cry fasho

    • @persaud881
      @persaud881 4 года назад +4

      you are soft

    • @MRbarfyhorse
      @MRbarfyhorse 4 года назад +6

      I started tearing up after they said nobody leaves hungry money or not and then that part came on and it got dirty.

    • @thorazine8402
      @thorazine8402 4 года назад +4

      Joshua Persaud That’s your insecurity talking. Real men don’t give a shit what kids like you think. You’ll get it when you become a man

  • @BFehL262
    @BFehL262 4 года назад +1462

    My name is Juan, but they call me, "Billy." LMAO

    • @BFehL262
      @BFehL262 4 года назад +42

      @@reuben8324 No disrespect intended. A lot of my best friends are Mexican. I just did not expect that lol

    • @Rosymoss
      @Rosymoss 4 года назад +5

      Those tacos look fire 🔥

    • @MisterCee01
      @MisterCee01 4 года назад +9

      That shit had me dying 😂

    • @connorunderwood9673
      @connorunderwood9673 4 года назад +2

      Ruben Cruz stfu. Please stfu

    • @alexrosales7907
      @alexrosales7907 4 года назад +1

      @@BFehL262 people might not like Juan. To those people..."Billy"

  • @luisvazquez4309
    @luisvazquez4309 3 года назад +23

    Watching these in late 2020 I hope all my street food icons are doing well during these hard times...

  • @IsmokeHiphopLive
    @IsmokeHiphopLive Год назад +6

    @10:40 when the dad cries i felt that a lot. love this family

  • @MomoUmar6
    @MomoUmar6 4 года назад +2372

    As a muslim dude that does not eat pork, I have no idea why I am watching this but it looked amazing. Wonderful family as well, I wish them continued success.

    • @Anonymous9572
      @Anonymous9572 4 года назад +132

      Getting to know other cultures is a beautiful thing man even if you agree with it or not it gives you a better understanding of the people we share the world with.

    • @memguillen2323
      @memguillen2323 4 года назад +63

      Being Jewish and I can tell you, G-d doesn't care. He put the animals in this Earth for a reason, Salam, SHALOM.

    • @angelmelendez782
      @angelmelendez782 4 года назад +31

      Oh man as a Hispanic I can say all missing out on something good

    • @matopete
      @matopete 4 года назад +34

      You can probably get close to this if you ever have a chance to eat Tacos de Suadero (is basically beef cooked in beef fat) same as Carnitas (pork in Pork Fat) confit is the cooking term

    • @vudi2103
      @vudi2103 4 года назад +74

      @@memguillen2323 he's Muslim dude, respect the fact he dont eat it

  • @simply-zo291
    @simply-zo291 4 года назад +1997

    thats why im proud to be MEXICAN. this is the prime example of humble

  • @deesong6722
    @deesong6722 3 года назад +23

    I love how his father learned from his father, then taught it to his children, family tradition at its best! Love it!!!

  • @raulnavarrete115
    @raulnavarrete115 3 года назад +12

    This is amazing! This definitely hits in the feels and see how much passion this family has. Tacos look delicious!

  • @salcortez869
    @salcortez869 3 года назад +516

    The moms comment got me crying , she said yes we help out anybody , that’s my people from Mexico 🇲🇽.... very proud of all of you

  • @seriamendito7384
    @seriamendito7384 4 года назад +255

    You touched me when I heard you don’t let anyone go hungry even if they can’t pay and I cried when I heard your papi cry...........May God continue to Bless you and your Family

    • @chrisdwap4700
      @chrisdwap4700 3 года назад +2

      Ong ima start pulling up and getting free food

    • @adriansalazar2831
      @adriansalazar2831 3 года назад +1

      Onggggggg

    • @RebeccaLee2424
      @RebeccaLee2424 3 года назад +1

      Yes, both those parts were beautiful. May God continue to bless them!

    • @seriamendito7384
      @seriamendito7384 3 года назад +1

      @@RebeccaLee2424 and God Bless you my Friend!!!.....Peace

  • @maejuah
    @maejuah 3 года назад

    Shout out to this family and their legacy. Praying for your continual success. It’s great to see such love in people. God bless y’all !

  • @mikespence6476
    @mikespence6476 3 года назад +59

    I love Mexican food, it soooo flavorful!😍.... right next to the love of my life.... good old fashioned southern comfort food 😋

  • @rebeccasoria3425
    @rebeccasoria3425 4 года назад +461

    Hard working immigrant parents and family members like this deserve the world, always! So humbling! ❤️

    • @albertgarcia2309
      @albertgarcia2309 4 года назад

      Native American

    • @takumifujiwara2951
      @takumifujiwara2951 2 года назад

      @@albertgarcia2309 no there mexican they got mixed blood there not native American

  • @wyattwilson2355
    @wyattwilson2355 4 года назад +450

    God bless’s people like this. Gives food to people who can’t afford it

    • @dewmontain123
      @dewmontain123 4 года назад +3

      2.50 a taco of PORK thats taxing at its finest

    • @danielv433
      @danielv433 4 года назад +23

      eddie gonzalez shut yo mouth broke hatin ass fool

    • @barrelva882
      @barrelva882 4 года назад +18

      eddie gonzalez For a loaded taco 2.50 is the best price you can’t blame them there is something called the government.

    • @brandonpena328
      @brandonpena328 4 года назад +20

      eddie gonzalez u sound straight stupid hahaha it’s expensive cuz the meat is expensive go buy yo ass a ground beef taco with lettuce from taco bell 😫🤣

    • @dosmask8525
      @dosmask8525 4 года назад +2

      @@dewmontain123 Where I live it would cost 10 minimum.Probably even more.

  • @mariohernandez3157
    @mariohernandez3157 3 года назад +12

    Mad props mis paisanos! 👏 Makes me proud when I see another family making it and growing from their humble beginnings. Mis respetos A la Familia El Momo!

  • @jeremyadkins8461
    @jeremyadkins8461 2 года назад +12

    Eyes are literally watering right now...You ever see people for just a moment and feel like you've known them for your whole life? I wish all the luck and happiness in the world to this little familia!

  • @w3ndeebee
    @w3ndeebee 4 года назад +373

    When the Dad started crying 😭😭😭😭. Blessings to El Momo fam 🙏🏻

    • @joego9519
      @joego9519 3 года назад +1

      that got me too

  • @JG-gg9wk
    @JG-gg9wk 4 года назад +484

    Parents are humble, caring, who taught their children well. This family makes me proud of who I am.

  • @juliostevens9480
    @juliostevens9480 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful! Keep spreading the love. I’m from Miami but all Latinos should be united when it comes from common struggles of working hard, family and trying to make it in a new country 🇩🇴🇲🇽.

  • @millertime838
    @millertime838 2 года назад +1

    I got a little emotional watching this clip, it’s a beautiful thing to see you and your family doing so well. Your family has so much pride and passion, you can see it and feel it. The love is real! Your an inspiration to all, keep up the good work my brother. Peace ✌️

  • @howchildish
    @howchildish 4 года назад +2013

    That picture they chose to show dad when he was young XD

    • @neutronronnie9343
      @neutronronnie9343 4 года назад +12

      😬😬😂

    • @bogus69
      @bogus69 4 года назад +245

      Why does every Mexican dad have one of those photos😂

    • @jronann2498
      @jronann2498 4 года назад +87

      Filipino dads too 🤣

    • @taro3836
      @taro3836 4 года назад +49

      They hoed el momo so BAAAAD bro lmao

    • @Woozlewuzzleable
      @Woozlewuzzleable 4 года назад +101

      The son was made twenty minutes after that picture was taken.

  • @erickmanzano2476
    @erickmanzano2476 3 года назад +698

    When your father cries out of pride of his son....as a mexican....you have reached ultimate accomplishment......BTW these tacos are fire...I've had both carnitas from Michoacan and momos and they truly live up to the cultures standards they would still be full of business back home they are truly good 👍

    • @yurybellmckenna6240
      @yurybellmckenna6240 3 года назад +6

      I am not Mexican, but I hope one day to be proud of my kids as Mr. Mono of his son.

    • @lukasmedina2257
      @lukasmedina2257 2 года назад +3

      Facts, this place is out of this world.

    • @joeyclemenza7339
      @joeyclemenza7339 2 года назад +4

      as a chicano man in his 40's, I've yet to reach that level.... sigh.

    • @Potato0__
      @Potato0__ 2 года назад +3

      Bro if you’re dad ever cries of being proud of you especially if they’re Mexican dads you know they’re proud of you and honestly it’s enough to make a grown man cry

    • @timmysleftnutsack5075
      @timmysleftnutsack5075 2 года назад +2

      @@joeyclemenza7339 I bet ur papa is proud af for you just doesn’t express it as much! All ethic parents are like that :)

  • @Bloombaby99
    @Bloombaby99 2 года назад +9

    I love how Hispanic families work hard and start their own businesses and make it a family affair. It's even better when the kids appreciate what their parents have done for them. That is truly beautiful. Plant a tree today so your kids can sit in the shade tomorrow.

  • @moses7313
    @moses7313 3 года назад +5

    I like how you guys really dive into the history of the families, that’s why I subscribed. Keep being awesome Munchies

  • @elijah6853
    @elijah6853 4 года назад +2178

    Praying corona won’t affect this family’s business to bad

    • @baseballpro07
      @baseballpro07 4 года назад +70

      right?! im about to drive by and see if they are open lol

    • @la9275958
      @la9275958 4 года назад +15

      I was thinking the same. I would hope not. There's still a way to keep open, as long as people have masks and maintain distance

    • @EdwardGutierrez90
      @EdwardGutierrez90 4 года назад +39

      highly doubt it, Mexican food is food of the Gods.

    • @andthensome12
      @andthensome12 4 года назад +99

      It hasn't. They do pick up, they still sell out.. They are also working on a restaurant in NY.

    • @karlaalvarez3724
      @karlaalvarez3724 4 года назад +10

      No man, nobody stops the tacos Ahahaha

  • @ebrady61491
    @ebrady61491 4 года назад +487

    Incredible family. This is AMERICA, a diverse group of people working hard and spreading kindness.

    • @diegocandia5953
      @diegocandia5953 4 года назад +8

      América es un continente. :)

    • @jesustrejo6607
      @jesustrejo6607 4 года назад

      Diego Candia lmao

    • @azharmehic9801
      @azharmehic9801 4 года назад +4

      I don't know what it has to do with "america" but ok ...

    • @yxng2335
      @yxng2335 4 года назад +13

      Red Boss I think they’re talking about how many Americans dislike Mexicans/other races and say they don’t work or contribute to society.

    • @RipperTearerSlasherGouger
      @RipperTearerSlasherGouger 4 года назад +1

      This is the world america ain't special

  • @corbinbishop1991
    @corbinbishop1991 7 месяцев назад

    I love this show. It's so inspiring. And I bet it gives them a huge boost knowing people care.

  • @ismaeltorresjr.4945
    @ismaeltorresjr.4945 3 года назад +1

    I love stories like these. God bless and push forward Momo and family.

  • @ClubCinco_V
    @ClubCinco_V 3 года назад +1604

    I never get tired of seeing my people prosper. When they’re winning it Feels like we’re all winning.

    • @maxpower3058
      @maxpower3058 3 года назад +19

      U f...ing right!!!!

    • @DR-hy6zw
      @DR-hy6zw 3 года назад +22

      Decent, hard working people. Brings a tear to my eye

    • @jselsor1
      @jselsor1 3 года назад +12

      @@DR-hy6zwwe are american people!

    • @clworthington91
      @clworthington91 3 года назад +31

      I don't see why you have to say my people?? race should never effect ones opinion or the credit they deserve. it makes me happy to see any one loving there work and working hard to get it.

    • @ClubCinco_V
      @ClubCinco_V 3 года назад +28

      Chris Worthington Race & Cultural Heritage are TWO DIFFERENT THINGS. If you knew the difference you wouldn’t have to question the comment. Watch the video again.. it clearly means just as much to them for the same reasons it means to me. I am very proud of where “I come from.” It just so happens they share “my same roots”. You wouldn’t have said anything had this been filmed anywhere else but America. Eat a Taco and go read a book.

  • @joseherrera8713
    @joseherrera8713 4 года назад +423

    Bro, after this episode. “El momo” is about to have a line around the whole block 🙌🏽

    • @pjeezymane
      @pjeezymane 4 года назад +13

      It already does. Vice is late. If u a foodie in LA u know about their tacos. They sell out quick so u have to come early.

    • @adityachatterjee9928
      @adityachatterjee9928 4 года назад +5

      @Mike Swartz wtf are you even talking about?

    • @itzrewiind9399
      @itzrewiind9399 4 года назад +7

      Mike Swartz If you died, in 3 months no one would care. Guaranteed

    • @raylenevaladez3989
      @raylenevaladez3989 4 года назад +5

      @Mike Swartz fuck you...

    • @jul734
      @jul734 4 года назад +2

      @@raylenevaladez3989 ok I need to know what she said, she deleted it

  • @lukaszbat3733
    @lukaszbat3733 2 года назад +1

    I can tell by your father's eyes that he did everything for you guys to take over with the respect that you deserve and I have to say that he has succeeded in that because the love and soul you put into that food is just amazing. Please continue and don't stop, like your father said, hard work is the only thing that gets us going.
    Greetings from Poland :)

  • @luctran1540
    @luctran1540 3 года назад +55

    He is a very good son. Talking about his dad through out the video. I am asian and I like Mexican food more than Chinese food..Lol

  • @Brandon-of1xl
    @Brandon-of1xl 4 года назад +460

    This family deserves every blessing possible. So much respect for them and the morals they carry and pass on.

    • @RockstarEater
      @RockstarEater 4 года назад +5

      Yes sir. Hard work and service makes for great society. I started showcasing many LA restaurants like these on my channel to help restaurant owner's get exposure. Good food should not go unnoticed =)

    • @crystalmonroy9111
      @crystalmonroy9111 4 года назад +1

      Rockstar Eater wow im glad u advertised!! ive subscribed =)

  • @peytondanner3819
    @peytondanner3819 4 года назад +74

    Hard working people like this whole family are the backbone of America I have a lot of respect for them

  • @crispchaos
    @crispchaos 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful family love seeing family businesses like this thrive. Much love from 🇨🇴

  • @davidpage178
    @davidpage178 2 года назад

    Bless ya. love seeing family's that close and caring to others

  • @kirbyirving9996
    @kirbyirving9996 4 года назад +833

    People who dislike this think taco bell is mexican 💀

    • @dulceirineo1502
      @dulceirineo1502 4 года назад +18

      First name Last name not real tacos

    • @editingmedia6520
      @editingmedia6520 4 года назад +13

      @First name Last name 😂 he doesnt know lmao , you should try his tacos in LA so you can know what a taco is

    • @Montano76
      @Montano76 4 года назад +8

      Im mexican af bro but you cant go wrong with doritos locos tacos or a mexican pizza 😂

    • @kirbyirving9996
      @kirbyirving9996 4 года назад +17

      First name Last name if you think tacos are hard then they are not tacos and maybe they are flautas or tostadas

    • @leonardo-dz3rc
      @leonardo-dz3rc 4 года назад +21

      @First name Last name they are everything but tacos, there used to be a taco bell in México city , it closed after 3 months , taco bell its the worst example of mexican food 🤮

  • @alex951nhs
    @alex951nhs 3 года назад +214

    I'm not usually expecting to cry when watching a video about tacos but I'm glad I did. You guys are the best kind of representation of a hard working Mexican family that has a big heart. Much love for your guy's business and family

  • @illstrick5
    @illstrick5 2 года назад +1

    Dope work Munchies, love this series. Respect.

  • @theonly1258
    @theonly1258 3 года назад

    Beautiful story not just about the food but the love of a family and community.. much blessings and success❤️

  • @dallasedc2976
    @dallasedc2976 4 года назад +204

    If people want to know what a REAL Gente are, show them this family...that’s a true representation of what a Mexican family is like
    , to the bone

    • @RockstarEater
      @RockstarEater 4 года назад +5

      Also. Just like Asian families. Tight knit, hard working, and love our food!

    • @raulcastro3277
      @raulcastro3277 4 года назад +6

      @@RockstarEater You got it right brother. I spent a good many years within walking distance of that street. The attitude/culture in Mex is simple, kids 1st and always support your immediate family and extended.

  • @d-lo3055
    @d-lo3055 4 года назад +143

    That’s what’s up man, the old man crying almost got me in tears. That’s what’s up.... a father seeing his kids be successful, I know I’ll die happy seeing my kids feeding the world.

  • @mikimiyazaki
    @mikimiyazaki 3 года назад

    These are truly good people. Struggled with almost nothing, worked hard for everything and they help people cause they know how it is.

  • @elizabethr.martin7680
    @elizabethr.martin7680 3 года назад +4

    Those are hefty tacos😍🤤 They're so blessed. They put love into the food & help people. I want to buy their tacos so bad.

  • @onethousandpizzas
    @onethousandpizzas 4 года назад +9

    A perfect example of people working hard, staying humble and reaching for that “American Dream”.
    These are the people that make America great.
    These are the people that show their love by putting wonderful food on a plate.
    Muchas Gracias por todo lo que haces.

  • @erikadavis4696
    @erikadavis4696 4 года назад +479

    The main ingredient in cooking: LOVE.

    • @thisthatandwhy5249
      @thisthatandwhy5249 4 года назад +2

      Yes ma'am. 😊

    • @ArcherSF
      @ArcherSF 4 года назад +1

      powerful

    • @memguillen2323
      @memguillen2323 4 года назад +1

      You got that right. . .

    • @NH-fz8gk
      @NH-fz8gk 4 года назад +2

      Erika Davis every time I cook and my children taste the food and the like it a lot... my younger one will say mom did you make this with love ❤️... I’m like off course I did why? Because it’s delicious 😋 😉😉😉

    • @erikadavis4696
      @erikadavis4696 4 года назад

      @@NH-fz8gk 💖

  • @Canadian9525
    @Canadian9525 2 года назад +1

    Amazing what you and your family have done. You are blessed!!! Thank you for all that you do. One day I'll take my family there to try your tacos.

  • @danieltrevino5808
    @danieltrevino5808 Год назад

    Much love brotha, y’all keep doing what y’all are doing and may many blessings come to y’all, y’all deserve it. Skies the limit and only going up from here👌🍻

  • @EE-zd6xh
    @EE-zd6xh 4 года назад +149

    "if they can't pay we give them tacos and a soda". wow! congrats and best of luck to them. Tacos look amazing

  • @mahoganymahogany1147
    @mahoganymahogany1147 4 года назад +428

    They will always be blessed “ if they say they have no money and are hungry we give them a taco an a soda “ ❤️‼️

    • @MacMac1313
      @MacMac1313 4 года назад +29

      That Mexican hospitality. That's what a lot of us are known for.

    • @msi6419
      @msi6419 3 года назад +3

      You cannot find that at any fast food restaurant! I love this.

    • @AlaskaPirates
      @AlaskaPirates 3 года назад +7

      Mahogany Davis today you, tomorrow me. Mexicans are some of the best ppl on this planet.

    • @msi6419
      @msi6419 3 года назад +2

      boo boo thanks for bringing that to my attention. I had left out a word.

  • @James_Edward59
    @James_Edward59 3 года назад +63

    This is exactly how my grandpa raised my dad and how my dad raised me. Always make more than enough food and anyone is welcomed. I learned early that it’s not a common trait among people to always offer more than necessary even if you can hardly afford. I grew up around many people where you had to watch how much you ate so that there was enough food for everyone and I wasn’t raised with money at all but my dad was always the opposite of that because his dad taught him to be like that. I learned it was rude to offer food if you couldn’t offer it to everyone and have enough for everyone. Next time I’m in SoCal, I will definitely stop by this place.

  • @mr.d.s.m5104
    @mr.d.s.m5104 Год назад +1

    God bless you and your family. You are the true example of being humble and Genuine to the others.🙏❤👏 from Philippines. 🇵🇭

  • @matthewjones4434
    @matthewjones4434 4 года назад +710

    These really seem like amazing people. I absolutely love mexican immigrants. They really appreciate everything and they make amazing food.

    • @aus-li
      @aus-li 4 года назад +13

      I want me a Mexican wifey.

    • @aus-li
      @aus-li 4 года назад +6

      I want me a Mexican wifey.

    • @frankiededios1983
      @frankiededios1983 4 года назад +44

      Matthew Jones I’m Mexican and all but not all Mexicans are nice some are really ignorant

    • @flat_life750
      @flat_life750 4 года назад +67

      frankie de Dios starting with you with that comment. Lol

    • @flat_life750
      @flat_life750 4 года назад +5

      frankie de Dios starting with you with that comment. Lol

  • @mtio2807
    @mtio2807 4 года назад +66

    Okay, WARNING, you WILL cry.
    Much success and blessings to this family.
    THIS right here is REALLY what Hispanic culture represents....honesty, hard work, and family
    Bless you guys. May god grant them good health and wealth.

  • @elenahernandez2789
    @elenahernandez2789 2 года назад +1

    My name is Nena. I live in Phoenix, AZ. Next time I'm in LA, I will do my best to come and have some of your delicious tacos. I am from Michoacan, Mexico, and Carnitas and Tacos are our most served dishes in all types of festivities. Weddings, Quinceaneras, Birthdays, etc. So, this video really touched my heart. Not only for your delicious food, but for your hard work and humble heart. Helping others who have less in your community and not judging people for who they are and allowing them to work with you is a commendable gesture. My parents, too worked very hard to provide for me and my two brothers. Now, we all have careers/jobs and is our turn to help them. Thank you for sharing your story with us. =)

  • @patcism
    @patcism 2 года назад +1

    It's so amazing to see such humble people. People that are family oriented and work hard. Really makes you realize this culture has their priorities down. It's not about money or show it's about taking care of those that love you and spending time with your family.

  • @pocketslife8963
    @pocketslife8963 4 года назад +238

    This just touched my heart fr .. I've never been to Cali but planning a trip there real soon ... I definitely gotta support these wonderful human beings ...much love from my family to yours ♥️♥️♥️♥️

    • @antoninaaldana8811
      @antoninaaldana8811 4 года назад +6

      Welcome to Cali.
      I hope you have a nice time and enjoy Mexican food.

    • @pocketslife8963
      @pocketslife8963 4 года назад

      Yes indeed sweetie thank you 😘

    • @mimibanales5736
      @mimibanales5736 4 года назад +1

      Que linda tu 🤗🤗

    • @pocketslife8963
      @pocketslife8963 4 года назад

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @HOTPLATEGAMING
      @HOTPLATEGAMING 4 года назад +3

      You won’t be disappointed in the California food scene.

  • @GooseWaliz
    @GooseWaliz 4 года назад +119

    3:54 they exposed el Momo with that throwback pic 😂

    • @luysinh8
      @luysinh8 4 года назад +9

      They did al don dirty 😂

  • @billygilmusic5072
    @billygilmusic5072 3 года назад +3

    just in his smile in the thumbnail I could se how kind, loving and humble this man is. that's why his business is #1 in L.A not only because his tacos are *amazing* but his entire family's passion to their craft goes a long way

  • @jonnyogden7274
    @jonnyogden7274 2 года назад

    That was a special episode of munchies. Bless you and your family! Good luck

  • @baylez4533
    @baylez4533 4 года назад +40

    I can feel Billy's pride when he talks about his family and their carnitas. I too come from a family of butchers from Michoacan. Bendiciones al Momo y a toda su familia. You guys deserve the best!

  • @seekingtruth6822
    @seekingtruth6822 4 года назад +93

    I’ve never met a Mexican who doesn’t eat tacos. Your parents have a great feel good story. Saludos desde Chicago

    • @seekingtruth6822
      @seekingtruth6822 4 года назад +1

      @Miguel Ornelas I am of 100% Mexican parents. I know what you mean hermano.

  • @saulmedina9085
    @saulmedina9085 3 года назад +1

    Esta es la gente chingona,que representa lo mejor de nuestra cultura...gracias¡ por ser buenos mexicanos...

  • @ashleyb6621
    @ashleyb6621 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely loved this.
    The Love Billy has for his parents and they love they all have for eachother, the buisness, their culture and people is just simply beautiful.
    God Bless all of them... And keep helping and loving your parents hon, they are truly proud ! 👏👏👍👍🙌
    Lastly....
    What I would do for one of those tacos right now ..... *Drools*
    Much love from Toronto ✌

  • @kevinkidneyy
    @kevinkidneyy 4 года назад +143

    I love the Mexicans they be grinding 🔥

    • @glitchytomato9157
      @glitchytomato9157 3 года назад +3

      Yea I’m Mexican and I’m a 100 percent human lmao

  • @CG-jq5vu
    @CG-jq5vu 4 года назад +1382

    People who disliked this are the noobie hipsters living in Boyle Heights.

    • @kellymorales8523
      @kellymorales8523 4 года назад +5

      Lmfao 😂😂

    • @Marialovescooking
      @Marialovescooking 4 года назад +1

      Low key never even heard of this place comi g from a dude around here

    • @tittusmorisminer
      @tittusmorisminer 4 года назад +27

      C G fuck hipsters most 99 percent of them are not even from California

    • @kellymorales8523
      @kellymorales8523 4 года назад +7

      De Pac I feel you! I also Know that you can tell when someone is BORN AND RAISE in LA than to those who move here! Different phrases are used in saying, and what is GMO? 😂 jk

    • @southsideofhawthorne6507
      @southsideofhawthorne6507 4 года назад +1

      Let them have their opinion. Not everyone has to love this. It’s okay

  • @leilanistarr4499
    @leilanistarr4499 3 года назад

    Beautiful , humble deserving family love to see this .so much inspiration and motivation behind this video and family !

  • @Drodloera
    @Drodloera 3 года назад +24

    Guys if y’all are ever in Los Angeles got to this spot you won’t regret it! One of the best tacos I have ever tasted hands down!

  • @letsgettipsy85
    @letsgettipsy85 4 года назад +153

    Who seriously can seriously dislike this!!?!

    • @thecrackaddict4640
      @thecrackaddict4640 4 года назад +5

      People who Are reminded how humble and good People can be, they feel bad for Themself. I Unterstand.

    • @oglokz1664
      @oglokz1664 4 года назад +17

      Vegans

    • @JoseOrtiz-li7sx
      @JoseOrtiz-li7sx 4 года назад +1

      @@oglokz1664 nice answer man

    • @oglokz1664
      @oglokz1664 4 года назад

      @@JoseOrtiz-li7sx thanks can't forget about them vegans haha no hate against them.

    • @domingasuare8801
      @domingasuare8801 4 года назад

      Dave M let’s just see it as they dislike the fact they can’t have them

  • @alanrivas2950
    @alanrivas2950 4 года назад +40

    Brought a tear to my eyes. God bless, his father seems like such a humble and wise man.

  • @raveen2205
    @raveen2205 3 года назад

    Great food, made by even greater people. This world is so lucky to have this. Thank you for working so hard and endlessly to provide your gift to everyone.

  • @titoinkosi
    @titoinkosi Год назад +1

    Man that's a loving family!!! And the dad at the end crying... reminded me of my 😢... damn I wish them nothing but success, long life, perfect health and happiness!!!