Dona Vicky's has been an Echo Park institution for many years. In addition to its freshly butchered meats, the store is well known for its restaurant meals. Dona Vicky's serves fresh Mexican fare in a simple and family-oriented atmosphere. The chefs' specialties include menudo, carne asada and carnitas. Most of the seating available is outdoors. There is limited parking available as well, though the street is usually open.