Mexican cuisine: the best places to taste it in Los Angeles

902 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Restaurant Santa Cecilia
Restaurant Santa Cecilia
83/100 (99 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Las Calaveras Mexican Restaurant
Las Calaveras Mexican Restaurant
83/100 (36 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Los Toros Mexican Restaurant
Los Toros Mexican Restaurant
83/100 (6239 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Late Night
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Asada Burrito
Asada Fries
Papa Nick's Margarita
Shrimp
Chips Salsa and the Bean Dip
Bean Dip and Salsa
Los Toros Margarita
Carnitas Taco Rice and Beans
Tapas
Combo Taco Chilli Relleno
Tacos
6th Bull - Taquitos Rancheros
Fried Ice Cream
Street Tacos
Mango Margarita
Burrito
Fish Tacos
Fajitas
Salsa and Chips
Fish
Cadillac Margaritas
Taco salad
Barq's Root Beer
Tequila
Strawberry Margarita on the Rocks
Michelada
Sit down
Mexican
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Street Parking
Takeout
Television
Seating
Accepts Discover
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Valet Parking
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Buffet
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Loved it! I was there on December 19, 2023 at 12:30 pm. I forget the young man's name but he was very professional and was always near when needed. I..."
Dorothy kinney
"This is a lovely little family owned place with authentic food. I really loved it and I will be sure to come..."
Chris Schnitzer
"Food was OK, there are a lot of places in LA with really good Mexican..."
Kate Knight
"A welcome place and great customer service with it. Enjoy there big hot n delicious food as..."
Donald A. Perez
"The food here is decent and they give you pretty large servings. The service was really good, and as soon as you sit down, they bring chips with..."
Brianne Rogers
"Love this place! It's a true gem in the Chatsworth restaurant scene. Papa Nick's Margarita 🍸🍸 is a must. So flavorful and they don't skimp on..."
Kate S.
"We ate in a nice covered patio area - we had a cool breeze after a hot day - there were area heaters if it turned cold. Service was immediate and..."
Norm Goodkin
"Excellent service and ambiance; the food is..."
Laura Morland
"Really a nice place to have a good Mexican meal and a..."
Jason
"Amazing staff, killer tequila and margaritas made to order. Wonderful ambiance, engaged and knowledgeable staff, complimentary chips, salsa& bean..."
mark hughes
"My family and I have been coming here for decades. The bean dip can't be beat. We ordered a burrito to split and I'm really glad that we did. It was..."
Megan Herceg
Mi Ranchito Veracruz
Mi Ranchito Veracruz
83/100 (1521 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco
83/100 (2506 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mariscos El Jato
Mariscos El Jato
83/100 (182 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Mexican
Seafood
Mexican
Lunch
Sit down
Seafood
Mexican
Lunch
Todo Bien Kitchen
Todo Bien Kitchen
83/100 (311 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Taco Spot
Taco Spot
83/100 (850 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Fast Food
Lunch
Dinner
Ahi Burrito
Machaca Tacos Dorado Plate
Tapas
Hard Shell Taco Plate
Pico de Gallo
Tacos
Fajita Plate Sides
Carne Asada Fries
Veggie Tostada
Enchiladas Con Mole
Mexican Mole Fries
Ahi Tacos
Salsa Bar
Carne asada burrito
Chile Relleno Plate
Bean & Cheese Burrito
Asada Taco
Classic Taco Plate
Mole Enchiladas Plate
Chipotle Asada Plate
Chiquito Burrito
Carne Asada Plate and Nachos
Fast food
Mexican
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great local place. I love this place.. they have a really good, extensive menu with something on it for everyone.. everything i've had here is great!..."
Chloe Mark
Senor Fish
Senor Fish
83/100 (366 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Seafood
Mexican
Steakhouse
Steakhouse
Seafood
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Steakhouse
Seafood
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco
83/100 (1102 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
"This is my local El Pollo Loco, they've done some remodeling since I was last here, added a little more separation between the ordering area and the..."
John Chang
"My favorite movie ... now my favorite crazy chicken ... family meal for the..."
Christopher John Cubos
Rodeo Mexican Grill
Rodeo Mexican Grill
82/100 (2606 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tequila Sunrise
Carne Asada Fries
Cantarito
Tacos de Carne Asada
Orchata
Guacamole and Chips
Burrito Mojado
Carne Asada Plate
Filete A la Diabla
Fish Tacos
Sunset Blvd Margarita
Taco Plate
Burrito Enchilado Plate
Chips Guacamole and Ceviche
Quesadilla Con Verduras
Camarones a la diabla
Mangoneada Margarita
MOJARRA FRITA
Filete A la Pancha
ENCHILADAS VERDES
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"I absolutely love the food here and the staff is always very friendly. I'm usually not a fan of restaurants that ride the line between fast food..."
Gabriel Cerda
"Very delicious food love the interior design I did see some worker's drinking alcohol beverages im assuming they clocked out or..."
Misa Mia
"This is one of our favorite Mexican restaurants in LA for shrimp Ceviche and the..."
Eric Townsend
"Good quality meal. Served hot and..."
M. P.W.
"So I am not Mexican but I have been to Mexico and eating authentic Mexican food. And I swear sitting in the United States if you chew while closing..."
Italy brown
"Rodeo is a good and excelent restaurant they have lots of plates my favorite one is camarones ala diabla. They also have micheladas and other alcohol..."
wendy Lemus
"Pretty nice food and great atmosphere are perfect for quick eats and nice..."
Alejandro Sarmiento
"Ordered for pick up, they do not check ID when picking up. If I wasn't there, they would've given my order to someone else. But the food is..."
Edgar Moreno
"Was very pleased to get a vegan burrito bowl with rice, beans and veggies. Convenient location, prompt..."
Alena Schwandes
"I like this place, they check if you have the vaccine to eat inside the place, there is parking space available, prices are..."
Elvia Osuna
"Awesome service and delicious food! Highly recommend the combination number 48. The fish is tender, juicy.... Yummy! Their vegetable topping bar is..."
Luciana Lee
"I've been going here for years. It's so convenient. Order at the counter and sit down. I like the Diablo shrimp. I like the fish too. Everything that..."
Keila N
Tocaya - Hollywood
Tocaya - Hollywood
82/100 (1260 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grill
Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grill
82/100 (745 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Healthy
Mexican
Healthy
Contemporary
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Fast food
Contemporary
Healthy
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
La Barca
La Barca
82/100 (4787 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Burrito
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I loved this place. The food is great, the staff is efficient I can't say enough about the place and can't wait to go..."
Joyce B Jordan
"The most delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine! I had the chicken enchiladas with the red sauce and the chicken was so tasty and favorable. And you..."
Shelby Harris
"Always a really good time for some Mexican food. Really good value for the amount and quality of food you get. Never have a bad order here and I can..."
Timothy Lu
"One of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to in the US. Food tasted so fresh. Their sauces are so good. I had the Carne Asada which was..."
Bernardo Gonzalez
"Have been going here for decades. Have never had a bad experience or bad meal. This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in the US. Try it if..."
Michael Powers
"Point restaurant, quiet atmosphere is very subtle, family friendly. They have sports news, And movies on for the family servers are very attentive..."
Chauncey Myles
"This one was a great experience I can comfortably say the service does deserve a 5 star our waiter was on point and attentive treated us like kings..."
Erik Barrios
"Had dinner here as we are staying with a friend nearby (we are on holiday from the UK). First impressions: total neighbourhood place. Wide mix of..."
Ian MacMillan
"This restaurant has really great staff. The food is somewhat good. I've tried the appetizer platter and the guac can use some work. Their table salsa..."
Rosa Garcia
"It’s been a while since I been here and just went all out. I order the Carde Asda plate and my friend order green Chile wet burrito w classic..."
Vanessa V
"Great service, delicious food and family..."
Brenda Vizcarra
"My granddaughter and I stopped here to have lunch and kill some time. I was surprised, The food was quick and very delicious, what made this stop..."
Mona Nava
"Best Food ,Clean,& Good Services .Keep it up! Love..."
SIJ Jananto
"Whenever I am in Los Angeles, La Barca is the meeting place for forever and a day friends to catch up. Food is excellent! Service is great and the..."
Eloisa Fasseur
"This is truly a Los Angeles GEM! Great food! You feel like family coming in the door! If you dine in, request Jaime! He's the best! I guarantee..."
Dr. April Hollywood Mobile Vet
"La Barca is one of my favorites. I loveeeee Mexican food! It's really nice inside. Great customer service here, they constantly come to check on you...."
Gucci Dibiase
"I've been going here for years getting the El Coloso Burrito. It's by far the biggest burrito I have ever eaten. Much too big to eat in one serving...."
DeAndrae Alexander
"Old school LA Mexican restaurant great food great service and cool atmosphere. Highly..."
Lee Richerson
Taco Mexico
Taco Mexico
82/100 (272 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos 1986
Tacos 1986
82/100 (682 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos Michoacan
Tacos Michoacan
82/100 (268 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Taco Bell
Taco Bell
82/100 (620 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Eduardo's Border Grill
Eduardo's Border Grill
82/100 (445 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Fast food
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Spanish
Latin
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dinner
Burrito
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Fast food
Latin
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"I always orders two original chicken burritos--one to eat now and one to save for later. The ingredients are fresh, the food tastes great, the..."
Jonathon Xue
"Beat shrimp burrito! Been coming for 30 years. Mild Shrimp Burrito add a squirt of lime and makes it perfect. Amazing fresh salsa..."
Jesse Rivard
"We always pick up (don't even know if they have dine in). Food is always delicious, made fresh and reasonably priced (rare these days). The staff..."
Mark Goldsmith
"Got a Border Burrito with chicken and an Original with steak. Both really tasty, especially with the large variety of salsas! The service really went..."
Geoffrey Holtsclaw
"Came to LA for the day and found this amazing spot. I ordered three tacos Al carbon chicken and steak. I never had tacos that tasted so fresh,..."
Semper Decorus
"I love Eduardo’s - we are fortunate to have such a great Mexican (I think it’s technically classified as tex mex) restaurant on the west side of..."
Alex Fortag
"Wow Eddie delivered our delicious catered meal himself! 45 minutes in traffic, because my wonderful mother turned 93! I’m sure they would never..."
Julianne Hall
"I’ve been coming here for 44 years and it’s hands down my favorite burrito in LA Edit: The above was originally a parody of other reviews, but I..."
Nick Ebert
"Love the Border Burrito. Love the salsa bar. Mango, tomatillo, roasted, etc... Parking is tight , but the food is worth..."
Don Hudson
"My family has been eating here for over 20 years, quality is always excellent and the prices hardly changed in that time. Staff is super friendly and..."
Maor Livni
"Great Food, staff bery nice. Only problem is parking! So I suggest you to be patient to find a parking spot or order ahead of time and just pick..."
Jose Toled
"I've been coming here for 14 years. Hands down my favorite burrito. Pictures here is the border burrito with chicken. But their steak is great too...."
April Huerta
"This place has been around for almost 35 years and I've enjoyed their burritos and food in the early 90s when I worked down the street and now I make..."
M H
"Great food Love the border burrito with chicken! And their tostada salad is..."
Sarah Goldman
"The food was fresh-made and really good. Food was ready fairly..."
Ellen Klein
"This is by far my favorite taco place in La. It's perfect for a quick bite and I've been going here for as long as I can remember and it's really the..."
Cait
"Fast service, large portions and delicious salsa..."
Fred Chu
Las Lomas Restaurant
Las Lomas Restaurant
82/100 (840 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
El Colmao
El Colmao
82/100 (655 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Caribbean
Spanish
Cuban
Mexican
Latin
Caribbean
Cuban
Dinner
Lunch
Arancini
Tostones
Camarones a La Diabla Con Arroz Moro
Cuban Sandwich
Savory Plantains
Sweet Plantains
White Rice or Beans
Bistec Empanizado
Pollo a La Plancha Con Arroz Blanco Y Frijoles Negros
Bistec de Higado Encebollado
Famous El Colmao Black Beans Recipe
Milanesa
papa rellena
Cortado
Ropa vieja
Flan
Ensalada de Aguacate
Cortadito
Café Cubano
Croquetas
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Caribbean
Cuban
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Omg...a must if Ur in..."
PacManCOA
"Best Milanesa in America. My boyfriend always takes me here when we are visiting LA (I live in Kansas City, Missouri). I have never tasted anything..."
Rachel
Daniels Tacos
Daniels Tacos
82/100 (1264 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Delicious huevos rancheros, warm thick handmade corn tortillas, rich flavorful refried beans, fresh Pico de..."
Russell Lucas
"This food is delicious. We tried the burrito, nachos, and tacos. It was very authentic. Can't find food like this in Texas. They were super nice..."
I'm Right You're Wrong
"Ive had a burrito which was yummy they just need to add sour cream lol and I've tried the nacho fries but my fries were cold so i didn't enjoy them..."
yameli diaz
"This is surely one of the finest restaurants in the area. Anytime I come to this place I am awfully pleased. They preserve their very high level..."
Brentley Ross
"Hand-made tortillas and great seasoning, my favorite item is the grilled asada..."
Jovanny Jimenez
"Very good very nice respectful employees love that place true Mexican style..."
Anthony Ferraiuolo
Taco's Jalisco
Taco's Jalisco
82/100 (295 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos El Pastor
Tacos El Pastor
82/100 (551 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
"Its a very convenient spot and it's always very..."
Krystal Brock
"$1.25 tacos 24 hours a day. Really fast too, friendly and..."
Rey Leones
Jolly Burrito
Jolly Burrito
82/100 (271 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos Tu Madre
Tacos Tu Madre
82/100 (1539 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Mexican
Seating
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
El Taco Llama
El Taco Llama
82/100 (573 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Best Mexican Food. I have eaten at El Taco Llama, at least once a week, for about 8 years. It is, by far, my favorite Mexican restaurant - fancy or..."
Mark Saltzman
"Gordita is good, enough for..."
Rica
Trejo's Tacos
Trejo's Tacos
82/100 (4833 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Latin
Southwestern
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Tortillas
Beef
Pork
Salad
Salmon
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Southwestern
Fast food
Latin
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Vegan perspective: I loved loved loved this place! My partner and I shared a margarita and had a nice time just relaxing outside with chips. Then the..."
Yutaka Toguchi (Kindcoffee)
"Had the carne asada burrito. I'm not a fan of rice and beans in a buritto, but they nailed it! The food was absolutely delicious! Burrito was very..."
Julie Starns
"I am pleasantly surprised at the flavor these tacos! The service was amazing, the staff is great at recommendations. The guacamole is fresh and has a..."
Joja Romero
"The chips and salsa were equally as good as the tacos were. We both had our favorite carnitas tacos, my wife had a cauliflower taco, and I had a beef..."
Tim Johnson
"The food is very clean, healthy and natural tasting. Packaged very clearly and nicely. Above all, their manager, Jacob, is absolutely wonderful. He..."
Roya Lavian
"I went to the one in West Hollywood - in a market area - and wasn’t impressed. But took my colleague here today since he wanted to check it out...."
Bryan Singer
"First time @ Trejo's Tacos (at the LaBrea location). I had the Spicy Shrimp Burrito with chips & salsa and a Mexican Coke. Really good meal and I..."
James Covington
"Went here with my boyscout troop after a summer camp on catalina Island. The food was very good and the atmosphere even better. Our troop is big fans..."
Diego Lomeli-Katen
"I was surprised how mild the taco flavor was but definitely improved with the hot sauce. Would be fine for kids and seniors along with adults who..."
MN Kimberley
"The parking here is the challenge, but if you can score a spot, it’s worth the effort because the food and service are fantastic. The weather was..."
Beth Cato
"❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Food was excellent and the staff was amazing. We will definitely return. Highly..."
Karina Pisano
"It's one of those places we felt like we had to stop at. The service and food were good but nothing over the top. It's rather small so not a lot of..."
Shawn Gallo
"I first learned of Trejo Tacos from Instagram, I follow his account. We chose a variety off the menu; the nachos , carnitas, carne asada along with a..."
Ramona Soosay
"Top quality, a single bite, blew me away. Can be pricey, so spend wisely. Taco Tuesday has mini tacos for sale for..."
Hugo