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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Chuy Lee's Asian Taco Fusion
70/100 ( ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
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Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
La Fe
70/100 ( ratings)
Restaurants
American
Mexican
American
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Mexican
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tintorera
Tintorera
80/100 (724 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco
78/100 (216 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Ricky's Fish Tacos
Ricky's Fish Tacos
95/100 (420 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Spanish
Latin
Fast Food
Seafood
Fast food
Seafood
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Shrimp
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Fast food
Fast food
Seafood
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The breading on the fish tacos was made just right. Not too heavy, and not too crumbly. The meal was good, and I enjoyed the different sauces on..."
John Hatch
"Delicious fish tacos! The fish was firm and tasty, the batter was crunchy and thick, and the salad condiment was fresh. I also tried the shrimp taco..."
Miguel Cruz
"Amazing fish and shrimp tacos, both are very delicious! They are freshly fried and served hot with cabbage and pico de gallo. It is definitely worth..."
Raviteja Venkatapuram
"Ok, best fish tacos of life. Idk what they do or how ricky figured out this recipe, but it's a must-try. The batter stays incredibly crispy, nothing..."
Michelle Weinberg
"Getting fish tacos from Ricky’s is like a religious experience. They are freshly fried, piping hot, and topped with the a bit of cabbage and the..."
April
"Ricky's is a solid fish taco truck operation run by Ensenada native Ricky Piña specializing in Baja-style "Fish Tacos." In Los Angeles, no one is..."
Jay Keyes
"Some of the best tacos I have ever had. This was truly a remarkable experience. Also the customer service was top flight. If you are in the area you..."
Marlon Blake
"Ricky's is a must visit place for me when I'm in LA. Amazing fish and shrimp tacos, perfectly fried and very fresh. Great choice of salsas, all taste..."
Ian Genet
Taco Bell
Taco Bell
80/100 (1 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
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Sit down
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
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Market Place Restaurant
Market Place Restaurant
79/100 (84 ratings)
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Mexican
American
Mexican
American
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
American
Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
Licha's Restaurant
Licha's Restaurant
88/100 (415 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Taco Bell
70/100 (1 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
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Sit down
Mexican
Breakfast
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Tocaya Downtown Los Angeles
Tocaya Downtown Los Angeles
80/100 (743 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Taqueria El Charrito
Taqueria El Charrito
80/100 (440 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Martha's Mexican Food
70/100 ( ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
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Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
El Taco Llama
80/100 (378 ratings)
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Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
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Breakfast
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos Por Favor
Tacos Por Favor
84/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Breakfast
Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Baja Beach Restaurant
Baja Beach Restaurant
80/100 (324 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
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Mexican
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"Excellent place to enjoy a beer, cocktail - even has some pretty decent wine ����� Great selection of food, and reasonable! (added bonus,..."
Ryan Lewis
"Had some of the best tacos I’ve ever tasted at this place. Danielle is a sweetheart - if you go there tell her Kelly says..."
Kelly Lee Williams
"Great little place to take a break and people..."
James Guill
"Taco salad was on point. I will come mos def come..."
Mark Robinson
"When going their ask for the pretty bar tender Chelsea she very friendly and has a great..."
Rosemary Vogel
"I love this place. Amazing food and service! I will come back for..."
Nara Bittencourt
"Love the Guava margarita so good had to go back for a second time before my trip was over. Food was good as well vibe is awesome super..."
Lore Chukwuemeka
"Had a great meal. Loved the elote and tacos. Thought it was so cool that you have a video game set up so people could play and the music was great..."
Wendy S. Herrera
"Fun atmosphere and happy hour all day! My favorite beer is the firemans ale and all drafts are only $9 for 36 Oz! If you're hungry get the carne..."
Kevin Jasso
"Delicious tacos! The tortillas are made on premises and so they were fresh. Had the Carne Asada and fried fish tacos plus you HAVE to try the Corn..."
Cynthia Chavarria
"This place is excellent. Happy hour starts at 3 during which the drinks become two for the price of one. Yes! The music is great and the interior..."
Christopher Jenig
"They are awesome! Great drinks and the fiesta fries were so bomb!! Shawn was the best!!!..."
Stepfonie Matthews
"Fun atmosphere. Cheap drinks. Good..."
Emily Graham
"It is a nice bar, located in Hollywood. They have a good variety of drinks to choose from, and at the same time, they are fairly priced. Definitely,..."
Wildman Paul
"A great bar located in Hollywood! Although, I have been here once, and it was in the summer of 2016, I have a positive memory being at this..."
Paulius Liutkus
"My review can be dated, I have been here only several times, and it was in 2016. They have a good selection of Mexican food. Without the meals, they..."
Paul Clark
"I have always walked past and thought "I should really go check that place out"... well, I finally did! Some of the best Nachos I've had in Los..."
Leah Martin-Brown
"Excellent place to enjoy a beer, cocktail - even has some pretty decent wine 👍✨🍷 Great selection of food, and reasonable! (added bonus, our..."
Ryan Lewis
"Chill bar with outside seating on Hollywood Blvd. Went here during taco Tuesday happy hour and the drinks were 2 for 1. Waitress was attentive...."
Ellie
"The tacos were really good not what I was expecting for being on the Hollywood walk of..."
Daniel
Rjm Mexican Grill
Rjm Mexican Grill
80/100 (1211 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
La Luz Del Dia
La Luz Del Dia
80/100 (983 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Tortillas
Pork
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"For years this has been THE place for us to eat when visiting Olvera Street. We have introduced so many friends and family to Mexican food that is..."
Victoria Grijalva
"Yes. I love La Luz Del Dia. The hand made tortillas, the variety of fresh, delicious meat dishes, the new veggie dish called Pastel Azteca is..."
Nic Stavros
"I feel reluctant to give a high rating of this dive, because I'm selfish and don't want it to get to crowded when I go visit. I want to keep all the..."
Rich Tamayo
"Beautiful place love the way it decorated and the food is delicious excellent service the waitress was very kind in explaining what was in the menu...."
Xiomara Ortiz-Pulido
"Always a delightful treat when coming to L.A.and Olvera Street! Delicious food and great service! Love the fresh corn tortillas, carnitas, tamales,..."
Mia Ramirez
"I love their tacos de carnitas, champurrado, chicken in salsa verde, chiles rellenos on Friday's, their cafe de olla, other drinks such as agua de..."
Carmen Solorzano
"Still amazing food. Some of the best carnitas I have ever had. Great service..."
Michael Reimer
"... this place is good and amazing! A must pave to eat when you're in..."
Khevin E. Carrillo
"I went for the first time last Sunday. I had the carnitas tacos and rice with beans combination plate with a bean and cheese tostada, I loved it! My..."
Arthur Perez
"I have been coming here for over 30yrs, only change is I miss the hand slapping of the tortillas, now it's half done by machine, but the taste did..."
Brian La Fuente
"Was very pleased with the food here. Authentic Mexican Food with freshly made Corn Tortillas. I had Chicharron con Arroz y Frijoles and my other half..."
Eliza Alarcon
"First time to this restaurant. The carnitas plate was delicious. Definitely will go..."
Mitzie Stalsworth
"Their food is delicious..and they have the best champurrado..."
Susan Estrada
"We are from NC and when we visit family in California, we always make a point to visit. The food and atmosphere are outstanding. This is a must..."
Jimmy Brown
"Classic Olveria Street place to grab tasteful Mexican food with handmade tortillas. I tried their pina agua Fresca which was perfect. My mom came her..."
david pardo
"Quaint location, very nice, and the food is delicious. I got the chicken Verde salad. It came with homemade corn..."
Leslie King
"Cute quick bite to eat simple menu for people like me who take forever looking thru the whole menu..."
Amanda Gonzalez
"Very good tamales and..."
F XF
"My favorite place to eat in LA! The food is always fresh and delicious. I’ve been coming here for over 20 years and it has stayed consistent -..."
Julia Gutierrez
"Excellent food at a very reasonable price! :-) and it is right next to Olvera Plaza. And there are fresh homemade tortillas here!..."
Alfredo Garcia Jr
"I absolutely love this place. Not pricy at all and the food is good. The ladies who work here are all kind. It's just the right amount of food. I've..."
Jackie Mendez
"Was recommended by the conductor on my Amtrak, and wow was that a great call! A quick walk from Union Station, with a counter service format that..."
Jess Foley McLaughlin
"We had the lunch special of 3 courses for $25.00. Beautifully arranged plates providing just the right bites for lunch. Beautiful marriage of tastes...."
Melissa Allen
"It's a nice restaurant. I visited it with my friends and we had taco rice and beans, chicken tacos and flan. All the dishes were delicious. The staff..."
Natalie
"We have been here several times over the year. Each of our visits have been separated several months but the food has always been consistently..."
Christopher Thompson
"Good food on a nice place in..."
Ruud van Harten
"I had lunch here with my hubby and food is Yummy🥰 i love there tacos and omg there Chips are..."
Patty SPARKLES
Taco Flame & Fum Zone
Taco Flame & Fum Zone
100/100 (0 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mediterranean
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco
80/100 (1764 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Fast food
Fast Food
Spanish
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Fast food
Spanish
Mexican
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Its very nice you seat and enjoy your food and the music they're playing its awesome i loved it it was salsa and merengue cool place i loved the food..."
Frances Noriega
"My favorite salad, well served. Cashier and staff very friendly and..."
Easy Going
"This is one of the cleanest el pollo loco branches I've been to. Servers were pleasant and the food was..."
Jay C.
"Fast service, delicious food, nice..."
Phoenix Phoenix
Malo
Malo
80/100 (216 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Southwestern
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Southwestern
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Tapas
Tacos
Tortillas
Sit down
Mexican
Southwestern
Latin
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food was very well done and different. It was way too pricey for the location and style, but the bartender and wait staff were wonderful. I would..."
James B. Golden
"Mexican with a fine twist. Excellent service, mouth watering food, perfectly made drinks and a cozy elegant atmosphere. Any time I eat here I'm..."
Knoble Industries
"Malo is an odd place. I come here quite regularly because it's definitely got a few things going for it, BUT there are also definitely some..."
Agathe Guerrier
"Really, really good, strong margaritas and good service. Happy hour is worth the visit! Everyone was welcoming and accommodating. We ordered the..."
Marisa Maxwell
"Outdoor porch, full bar. Order "chewy chips" if you want a treat. Habanero salsa is the..."
Darla Eden
"The menu has changed. The ambiance has not. The first real modern taco bar in Silverlake is still a favorite of mine. As always, these are some of..."
Alec Rojas
"This place used to be spectacular and the food has not gone dramatically down hill but other Mexican restaurants have surpassed it. It is still a..."
Anand Pandya
"Went there on Thursday for its trivia night. This place has a really cool set up downstairs half is a bar and half is a dinning room. Upstairs they..."
MM Brinkman
"I have a shirt list of Mexican restaurants I could honestly recommend as being good. Most places fall in the OK category and that's fine, but I was..."
Victor J Garza
"Malo is severely underrated in my book. Their margaritas are delicious and generously poured, and their food never fails to please - I literally have..."
Harrison Diamond
"Finally made my way out to Silver Lake to try the fare at Malo and I am upset I had not gone sooner. It is really delicious. It is unique in its..."
C Saenz
"malo never disappoints! unique + delicious take on mexican food with a mix of modern, vegeterian-friendly dishes and some legit street cart status..."
heather frey
"I Have Not Had The Food Here. I Attended A Pop Up Comedy Night. It Was. Great Turn Out. The Ambience At This Establishment Is Therapeutic. Great..."
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El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco
80/100 (417 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Fast food
Spanish
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Fast food
Spanish
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Daly Kitchen
84/100 (826 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Mexican
American
American
Chinese
Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheeseburger Combo
Sope
Steak and Eggs Any Style
MOJARRA FRITA
Enchilada Plate
Soda
Carne Asada Tacos
Carne asada burrito
Grilled Onions
Chilaquiles Con Huevos Revueltos
Quesadilla de Carne Asada
Chips Y Salsa
Tacos De Asada and Tacos De Chorizo
Pancakes Thank You Jesus Christ
Tacos De Asada Y Tacos Al Pastor
Hamburger with Shrimp and Lettuce Salad
Tacos of Carne Asada
Carne Chile Verde Plate
Tacos de Asada Chorizo Pastor Cabeza
Taco meat
Sit down
Chinese
American
Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
Tamara's Tamales
Tamara's Tamales
80/100 (251 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Latin
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Love their tamales. They have been around for a while and they have a good..."
Danny Ortiz
"Terrific but expensive take out tamales...by experts so knowledgeable they literally wrote a book on tamales. And what a treat RIGHT FROM YOUR OWN..."
gerry furth
"Yummy tamales. Ordered a chicken verde and a beef machaca. Both are good but the beef lachaca is..."
Duc Nguyen
"Best tamales I ever ate!!!!!!! I love Mexican food. So proud of her for this genius idea for variety in tamales. I was fortunate to learn how to..."
Rosa Owens
"This is not a big restaurant but more of a tamale vendor. She has many kinds of tamales, including vegetarian and vegan tamales (don't worry, no..."
Shinobu Ryo
"The tamales are ,as anyone knows who has tried them ,beyond compare. Yet that is only part of the story. The people who work there--every single..."
Michael Holloway
"So many options! It's great to have such a wide selection of yummy tamales so close. Their chips and salsa are great also. I only wish they were..."
Grady
"Came here for lunch on a Wed around 2 PM. Great selection of tamales. I tried the chicken mole and black bean and got the green chile cheese and..."
Nicole Kohan
"These were the most moist tameles I've ever eaten. I ordered one of all the vegetarian options and the beef and chicken options for a gathering i..."
Tina Tate
"Sought this place out when I was in the area, almost missed it--hidden in the back left corner of a strip mall. Returned again 3 days later because..."
Jason Freedman
"So I came in and was kindly greeted by Sara. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and also gave me her recommendation on the best sellers. I..."
francisco guzman
"Best. Tamales. Ever. Nuff said... OK a bit more. Great food. Super friendly owners. A real LA gem. So. Many. Options. Go back several times to try..."
Jason Forster
"These are definitely the best tamales I've ever had! They're moist, and the filling options are out of this world! Crab?! Machaca beef with cheese?!..."
Excelerol Robin
"WE WILL FOREVER MISS YOU. a deep appreciation for this temple of masa and corn husks. the profound impact you’ve had on this neighborhood has left..."
Noah Klein
"Great variety of product, and just the best flavor that will make any Mezican feel like home (wherever in Mexico that is because this lady has all..."
Enrique Duran
"Little hole in the wall shop with noticably superior tamales. Lots of interesting flavors and varieties. Vegan and veg offerings..."
Bruce BC
"Tamara is super nice and they are the best tamales I’ve ever had. I highly recommend..."
Chris Kelsey
"Best tamales on the west side (best side). Home made, great selection...sauces are ..."
David Kadison
Viva Fresh Mexican Grill
Viva Fresh Mexican Grill
80/100 (2193 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Probably my favorite burrito restaurant in the city. Great chilled verde pork and chicken, carnitas is very tasty and not too lean. The seafood is..."
Annie Rogers
"Really tasty, simple Mexican food. Had the cheese enchiladas which came with a healthy portion of refried beans and rice. Token iceberg lettuce side..."
Kirk Chantraine
"Mexican food, mmm, super good. Super savory. Certainly worth going back to. The place has a cool atmosphere. Kinda of like a place in Houston that I..."
Darren S
"The Crispy tacos are too good! And there salsa, is heaven on earth. So fresh and..."
Cecilia Rios
"Excellent crispy tacos. And they make them..."
Luis Gonzalez
"This Viva Fresh Mexican Grill just a hard working mans that's always nice and always has the good stuff like Viva Fresh Mexican..."
Russell Dewrilon
"Great food, nice people. We have been getting take outs during the..."
Anthony Magliocco
"The food here is good the employees here are so nice and sweet they treat you like..."
S Carrizales
Senor Fish
80/100 (654 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Mexican
Seafood
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Garlic Fries
Taco Plate
Chips & Salsa
Carnitas
Beet Salad
Tampiqueña
Shrimp Soup
Carne asada burrito
Shrimp Tostada
Carne Asada Nachos
Fish & Shrimp
Asada Fries
Taco Special
Burrito Mojado En Salsa Roja
Special Tacos Shrimp and Fish Potato Taco Salad Tropical
Ensenada Fish Taco
Surf & Turf Asada & Shrimp
Shrimp & Octopus Mixta
Fried Plantains and Fresas
Flan
Sit down
Seafood
Mexican
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
El Pescador
El Pescador
80/100 (2155 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Mexican
Seafood
Mexican
Sit down
Seafood
Mexican
Cheap Eats
"so imagine this, it's Valentine's Day and we cannot find one place to have a Valentine's Day dinner that doesn't say an hour and a half wait. And..."
Ray Porschien
"I've been twice and both times the food and service were great! Had the seafood both times and am very impressed. Having lived in Mexico on 2..."
Jeremy Cottrell
"Service and food are good!Nice friendly atmosphere!I will..."
Maria Acosta
"Excellent service, waiters and waitresses happy to be there and joyful. Food was delicious. A place for the whole famiy. Good and positive..."
Martha K Cervantes
"Me gusta mucho el servicio y la comida es excelente, toda las meseras son bilingües y muy..."
Victor Solis
"Always good food well served and special treatment from..."
Fernando Martinez
"It was bomb food service everything, and it was not that much���well be going back real..."
Johnny Guzman
"Excellent food and drinks and the service was great! Nice little sports..."
St Peter Davila
"My family and I love this place the food is delicious the service is excellent and the atmosphere is just..."
Tisha Candelas
"It was great, awesome service! We will be back when in..."
Christina Saucedo Hernandez
"I recomend this plase If you like see food mariscos tha molcahete it's..."
Salvador Chevez