I go to the happy hour here on occasion. They make a good spicy margarita and the Mexican lager is…read more$7 They also have discounted bar food from 3 to 6 pm. That said, the food is not bad, but a better Oaxacan option is El Jacalito in Lomita. It is just a step up in terms of taste and quality. Madre has 100+ mezcal varieties, but if you want mole or tlayuda or another Oaxacan staple. El Jacalito is the place.

Madre is a 3.5 all the way but can't put it on a 4. Couple things were great, rest was a pass…read more The ribeye taco is FANTASTIC. Wow. Shrimp, gringa were good. Pork not. Also had enchiladas which were fine. Both cocktails we got, frankly, were bad. Low in alcohol, overdone on sharp Overall it felt like Madre was going more for presentation than quality. Every dish was so instagramable. Truly beautiful, but then the taste did not match. One great taco if I had 3 of them it would've been excellent I do highly recommend that one!

Me and my good friend came in on a Monday because I wanted some elote! It happened to be happy hour…read moreso why not! The food is so good! The chips and salsa, the elote, the ceviche were spectacular! The salsas are so tasty! The elote hit the spot! And the ceviche was a large portion which was perfect to share! The tacos were very good! One thing I would change is their tortilla, but the carne asada was tender and well flavored! The fish taco could've used some crema. The service here is some of the best I've experienced. As someone in hospitality, Arturo deserves all the flowers! So kind and friendly! On point! The space has a nice outdoor patio that has covering for shade. We will definitely come back!

Second time back within two months. Pictures aren't the best…read more What an incredible local find. The food is spot on, the margaritas are delicious and flowing, and the service is top-notch. While the ambiance isn't over-the-top, it's clean, comfortable, and inviting definitely grab a table on the patio if you can. Parking: They have a dedicated lot on-site. It's a bit tight, but having dedicated parking is still a huge plus. To Start: They kick off the meal with complimentary chips paired with three distinct salsas: a rich red salsa with a good kick, a bright salsa verde, and a fresh pico de gallo. Every single one was full of flavor. The Main Course: Veracruz Fish: Hands down the star of the night. The white fish was cooked to absolute perfection and paired seamlessly with sautéed vegetables, rice, and beans. A must-order, Chicken Enchiladas: Exceptionally flavorful with well-seasoned, juicy chicken. A special shoutout goes to the rice and beans--they easily hold their own as standalone stars on the plate. Chile Relleno: Well-prepared and tasty. While it wasn't my personal favorite of the night, it's a solid choice if you love traditional rellenos. Shrimp Cocktail: Generously portioned with plenty of fresh shrimp and avocado, though the sauce base wasn't quite to my personal taste. All in all, Maderos is a true gem delivering vibrant, authentic Mexican cuisine. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Daniel is the best! He is very attentive and ensures that his customers are the best!read more

Out with my "Plus One", unsure of where we wanted to eat. So we decided to go to this El Torito…read morelocation. Very neat and clean, with a welcoming, family-friendly ambiance. The servers and chefs were friendly as well. The food is delicious. El Toritos, has one of the best salsa & chips in L.A. County ! We ordered a sampler platter, also the Crab and Shrimp Enchiladas. Muy Delicioso ! (chef's kiss) Overall, a calm, pleasant dining experience.

The good: server was attentive but had so many tables that it hindered his ability to offer great…read moreand timely service. The bad: chips were stale and dips had no taste. Shrimp enchiladas; I have never seen such tiny shrimp (frozen??), and so few. Go to Rubios, great size and amount of shrimp in their meals. Also, green sauce was overwhelming the soggy tortillas. I wanted a mango margarita and waiter convinced me to have a berry margarita and I wish I had not been so agreeable. Ambiance is good.

Upscale-ish mexican food and it tasted really good! Loved my aguachilies and guacamole. My…read morecolleagues really enjoyed their dishes as well. The chips and salsa was also a great snack while we waited for our meal. They also got tvs playing sports if you're looking to grab a bite and enjoy the games. Service was excellent. Parking is huge but it can get busy, so be prepared to walk.

3rd time here and it's been nothing but great and consistent. Carnitas Burrito was lean and tasty…read moreas were the Birria tacos and side of bean. We will be back.

Food: great. We normally get the consomme, quesadilla, taquitos, or veggie burrito, sometimes the…read morepotato tacos with cucumber agua fresca. Today we got consomme, chips, and cucumber agua fresca. But the drink tasted a little on the stale side as if it's been there for days and not replenished daily. Not sure what happened. Usually it's on point but somebody dropped the ball. So taste the agua fresca before you walk away to make sure it's freshly made (fyi). Otherwise, food is great and consistent. Service: sometimes it's good sometimes not just depends on the day I guess. Ambiance: busy, always busy so maybe call or order online if you don't want to wait.

I haven't been back in a few years but it felt comfortable walking into La Capilla once again. They…read morehave a birthday special on the day of a birthday where you can choose from one of four 1 item combos and get a free meal and dessert by presenting your ID. They used to let you pick from more choices years ago but free is free right? I chose the number 4 which is a tamale with beans and rice. My wife ordered their chicken tortilla soup which has been a longtime favorite. The size of the bowl has diminished about 30% from what I remember but that's been a common theme the past few years in many places so oh well. We also ordered a side of chicken taquitos which came with a generous amount of sour cream and guacamole. The food was very good overall although the chunks of beef in my tamale were dry. I prefer chicken but unfortunately they were out. I should have asked for pork but didn't think about it till later. Our server was very helpful and just a sweet, thoughtful young lady. The gentleman bussing tables was also friendly and considerate. Prices have definitely gone up but those are the times in which we live. There is street parking and an underground parking garage a short distance away. There are quite a few restaurants in the area so parking can be a little challenging. With so many new restaurants in downtown Torrance, La Capilla may no longer be at the pinnacle of food choices but for longtime South Bay residents, it would be sad to see it go. It's nice to have places that bring back memories of wonderful times gone by.

Man, La Capilla you're one of the family spots we all grew up going to with our families for…read moredinner. Birthdays always included flan, and being called Panchito. However I think what kept everyone there was the pitchers of margaritas, and the specials on the wall to the left when you walked in. My dad lived for those. LETS TALK ABOUT NOW': HORRIBLE DOESN'T DO JUSTICE. The chicken taco fell completely apart, and was freezing cold. The burrito had no flavor, there was none in the sauce or the meat or anything. The rice made you want to gag, I don't think a stray dog would eat it. Lastly my meal, enchiladas. I mean, come on how do you eff that up?! The cheese wasn't melted, the tortilla was raw and needed to be heated (or fried) Either way save your money, and take the drive up to another well known spot.

Food is great! Would recommend the burrito, also the customer service is fantastic! Would…read moredefinitely recommend anyone to come for a great time and delicious food or any special event.

Food is amazing! Would recommend the burritos, also the customer service is fantastic! Would…read moredefinitely recommend anyone who's looking for a great time and delicious food for any event.

This place has one of the best tacos-fish shrimp beef chicken and their fajitas-beef shrimp chicken…read moreis truly out of this world The price is reasonable and staff very pleasant! Totally recommend this place Tks

I went to pick up my order at El Otro Amigo. The cashier charged me for two drinks, which was a…read moreMexican Coke and Pineapple Jarrito. All of the other items I ordered for dinner luckily wasn't missing. I went back to ask for the missing Pineapple Jarrito and the same cashier swapped it for the Mexican Coke. I was still missing a drink and was charged for it. That is bad customer service. I also asked for a receipt, and they did not give one to me. Normally, I received everything that I ordered except today. This is disappointing since I am a local.

I recently had lunch at La Cocina Mexicana, and had the chile relleno plato. It was delicious…read more Service was good, and they have homemade tortillas. I will definitely go back.

We came on a Friday evening and luckily there was parking and it wasn't packed. We were seated…read moreimmediately - chips and salsa 10/10, chips taste homemade. The menu has something for everyone - I got the chile relleno plate and to my surprise this came with 2 which was a lot, so I had some to go. Pricing is fair as my dish was $24 and smaller plates than this are far more expensive. The horchata is also delicious. Service was ok - the server didn't check up on us, he was only ever present when taking our order and dropping off food.

We had a great experience at Vida Modern Mexican in Redondo Beach, and Alyssa was a GREAT server…read more The restaurant was busy, but she never made us feel rushed or overlooked. She was sweet, kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout dinner. It's easy for service to slip when a restaurant is packed, but Alyssa stayed on top of everything and made our experience feel personal. Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. Alyssa made our night. We'll definitely be back.

It was only about a 10-minute drive from Redondo Beach Pier to Riviera Village. We walked around…read morethe village for a bit and then ended up deciding to dine at VIDA. Great choice! Even better, it was Happy Hour when we were there! We ordered tacos, burritos, quesadillas, wine, and beers. Everything was so tasty and went perfectly with my wine. We sat out on the patio and just loved the beautiful weather. Coming from AZ, being able to sit outside and enjoy a meal in the middle of August is definitely a treat. You're not getting that privilege in Arizona unless you want to melt with your tacos! Oh, and even better--VIDA is on InKind! I was able to use my InKind discount to pay the bill, which made a great Happy Hour even better. Good food, nice weather, patio seating, Happy Hour, AND an InKind discount? Yep, VIDA was a great choice!