I was at a nearby BofA and hadn't had lunch, but saw Chile Relleno and thought it would be good to…read moregive it a shot. I personally thought that the prices for Mexican food was a bit high, but found the quality of the food to be good. I ordered the Wet Burrito with salsa verde which came out to $9. The burrito was decent size and they packed it with good tasting rice, beans, and al pastor. The plate came with a side of salad and some chips and salsa. The chips were cold, but the salsa was good. Service overall was friendly and quick. I'd say if you're in the area and are looking for a quick bite, Chile Relleno would be a good option. Just don't expect it to be really cheap Mexican food.

I was in search of a sit down Mexican restaurant in the area so I last minute chose this place. I…read morethought it was odd they close at 6pm being a place that serves buckets of beer. The vibe was really off. The place is nice and clean and appealing but there was no music playing. They had on naked and afraid and some news on their TVs. We were the only people there so the place was so quiet and boring. The lady was very polite, but it just wasn't a "fun environment". The food came out at all different times which was weird because we were the only ones there. I'm always trying to find somewhere close to go hang out and invite friends to have drinks and eat but it was just so off I wouldn't want to go back with friends. Food- I had the fish taco which was good, the calamari was very chewy and not that good, and the enchiladas were decent Service - Service was good (flys were coming in tho so I think they should keep the door closed) Ambiance- lacking. They need some fun music and give me a reason to order some beer and hangout more. I don't really see this as anything other than a takeout place unless they extend their hours and improve the vibe.

This review is mostly based on customer service. Service to me is almost always more important than…read morethe food itself. Haven't been here in a while. They had a food truck parked out front. We asked if they had any plant-based or vegan options. They only sold burgers however the lady that helped us was very sweet, polite, and kind. She told what they had and what we could order inside instead. We walked in and the gentleman named Oscar G. cashed us out. He was also very friendly! Very professional and knowledgeable about the menu and non-dairy items. Provided us with what we needed right away, the container for the salsa and brought out fresh ones for me. Very nice guy. The food came out right away. The portions were big in my opinion. The prices were decent, the portion was great, and best of all the service was good. Their self-serve condiments was a PLUS! I've been to a lot of taco spots and these were by far the freshest and crispiest cucumbers, fresh cold salsa, onions and cilantro was also fresh. The food was good and filled us up. It was simple but fulfilling. Will definitely be back and highly recommend it. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor seats as well.

I stopped by Top Shelf Tacos in Carson on Taco Tuesday, where tacos were only $2 each. At that…read moreprice, it was easy to try a little bit of everything. I ordered the asada, carnitas, al pastor, tripas, cabeza, and lengua. The asada was tender with a nice grilled flavor, but my favorites were definitely the tripas and cabeza. Both were a little greasy, but in a good way--they had a lot of flavor and were probably the standouts of the meal for me. One thing I liked was the condiment bar. You can load up your tacos with as much onion and cilantro as you want, plus they have radishes and lime wedges available. They also offer two salsas, a red and a green. Both tasted good and had solid flavor, although I was hoping for a little more heat. Overall, it's a solid taco spot, especially on Taco Tuesday. Good variety of meats, reasonable prices, and plenty of toppings to customize your tacos. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area and craving some tacos.

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.

Was greeted well however I would not come back. We ordered the Chicken enchilada plate with mole…read moresauce the sauce and the shredded chicken did not have any flavor. The shrimp and fish taco were raved about but the tortilla itself felt like pita bread it was so thick and dry and the shrimp was pretty burnt. The fish taco was better but not my much. Pretty disappointed.

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!

I was in the area doing errands but got really hungry. This place was in the complex I was shopping…read morein so I popped on over based on the recommendation from the employee helping me at a store near by. I have been seeing them on my feed but for some reason haven't stopped in yet. As a solo diner I felt pleasantly welcomed as I walked it. The sweet gal behind the counter was very friendly and engaging when I asked her questions seeing it was my first time here. I chose the two taco combo, carne asada was my meat of choice. The two other options were shrimp and chicken. The combo comes with chips and a drink along with my choice of salsa. I have to tell you I was pretty impressed with my tacos. They were loaded with meat; which was really tasty. They had cilantro and onion and avocado. The chips were fresh and also very good. I liked the salsa as well. The two gals working the counter and who brought my food were so sweet. She even came back to ask if I needed anything and gave me extra salsa. They have numerous TVs (got to catch some of the Dodger game. ) in there and they do so alcohol as well. I will definitely be back. This was a very nice solo lunch experience..

I ordered through the kiosk because there was a line, but the experience went downhill from there…read more Three customers who ordered after me received their food before I did. After waiting about 10 minutes, I went to the counter, and it took even longer before an employee asked for my name. It turned out my order had been sitting there for over 20 minutes while takeout orders were being prioritized. When they finally handed me my food, it was still in a bag even though my order was for dine-in, and I had to remind them to give me my drinks. They also forgot to include salsa for the chips. What really frustrated me was being told that next time I should just go to the counter after ordering at the kiosk. As a first-time customer, how was I supposed to know that? If the kiosk orders aren't being monitored, that's something the restaurant should address--not something customers should have to figure out on their own. After this experience, there won't be a next time.

Checked out this local, family-owned Mexican spot on a Friday evening. We kicked things off with a…read moreChile Relleno and Margaritas, both of which hit the spot. For our main course, we had the Grilled Fish Enchiladas. The portions here are remarkably generous--we originally planned to order more, but the food completely filled us up. ​Everything was delicious, and our waitress was warm, friendly, and attentive. We'll definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu.

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.

La Gordita is a small restaurant with a few tables for dining in or take out…read more An older gentleman and his sweet wife prepare, cook and serve absolutely delicious Mexican food that is ALWAYS fresh and flavorful. The meat is always moist and tender. The tortillas are grilled to perfection with crispy edges. The gentleman is always friendly, polite and happy to serve you. The portions are generous and prepared with care and the prices are definitely reasonable. My family and I enjoy visiting La Gordita often ( and you should too) !

Delicious. Carne Asada wet burrito. The menu board said it had guacamole, but I'm not sure I…read moresaw/tasted any. Total hole in the wall, which, to me, is a great plus!! The two older people were so sweet and right out of central casting. The carne asada was great. Not fatty or gristly or burnt like some places. The burrito was decent-size, well-priced. My only reservation (and I'm not sure what to think about this) but the beans in the burrito had me gassy for 2 days. A lot. I wish I was Joking! Next time I'll take a Gas-X!

I came across a really good taco ad for Miches De La Baja and decided to give it a try…read more When I walked in, the place was pretty busy since I stopped by during lunch, which is always a good sign. I went with their OG Battered Fish Taco, and I definitely wasn't disappointed! The portion of fish was generous, and the taco was really satisfying. I'll definitely be going back to try some of the other items on their menu.

Stopped by Miches de la Baja and went for the shrimp ceviche, potato tacos, and the 2 fish taco…read moreplate. Food: 7/10 - The ceviche was fresh and hit the spot. Fish tacos were solid -- good flavor, not over-fried. Potato tacos were a nice twist. Nothing blew me away, but everything tasted good and portions were fair. Atmosphere: 6/10 - Super casual spot with reggae playing, which gave it a laid-back vibe. It's definitely not fine dining, just a simple seafood joint. Cleanliness: 5/10 - This is where it lost points for me. Tables and floors were kind of dirty during my visit. For a place serving raw seafood like ceviche, I'd expect it to be cleaner. Bottom line: If you want affordable Baja-style seafood and don't mind a no-frills, slightly messy spot, it's worth a try. Come for the food, not the ambiance. I'd go back for the ceviche but hope they step up the cleaning.

Everything here is super delicious. I would recommend you to go have lunch or dinner The drinks…read more are worth trying out. Everyone here is super nice, helpful & super friendly. The plates start from $20 & up and I would say it's worth paying for it. They also have parking! Best part is that they just made a bar 2 months, you can feel the good vibes since you walk inside the restaurant. The atmosphere is 100% recommend. Just gotta keep in mind they do close early.

I bring my wife to Los compadres on pine st,Long Beach Ca. The service not to good…read moreMy wife order Red enchiladas of the house They were a disaster made with tomatoe Sauce and cover with cabbage the waiters take to long to take our order and l order one chicken enchilada with one Chile relleno my enchilada was a cheese and not chicken and when l order a beer we finish our food ant the waiters forget our beer and to pay we espend More time waiting for our bill you should train your girls to so how a good customer service

The food is good and the people is so nice too and the music is good they have nice song tooread more

Excellent Taquitos, beans and rice! My husband had tacos and…read morefinished them before I can finished my review! He loved them! I highly recommend a visit.