Ambiance has a beautiful outdoor seating that is covered, but still lets in a little sunlight. My perfect outdoor seating in my opinion. The staff were super nice and the place is small so it makes a cute lunch spot. We went for brunch and the food was perfect. Vegetarian items on the menu, but for me that means that it is clean. What I mean is mexican cuisine is usually greasy with fried tortilla chips and lots of cheese. This was the opposite a clean and filling mexican spot. The chips were almost like baked tortilla chips that you tear apart yourself to dip in their amazing salsa. The quesadillas are like traditional each wrapped like a taco, but with cheese. The sauce on top made the dish complete as the tortilla was pretty thick which would have made the dish pretty dry. The meat was tender as well. The only downside was the taco was bland which was funny cause that is what the waitress recommended. I will definitely come back as some of the items like the bowl we saw going around looked SO GOOD! read more

Chulita - Chips and Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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This little spot was so tasty that my husband and I came back several times while we were in town. We loved the design of the place with both inside and outside seating, as well as thoughtful artistic touches. Service was attentive and swift, and food presentation was on point. There are a lot of delicious options for vegans, vegetarians on top of the typical meat selections, which is a plus. We tried the Barbacoa, Tinga de Pollo, and Pescado Tacos with a side of black beans. The entrees were perfectly sized- not too big, and not too small so you don't end up leaving feeling like you've eaten too much. The guacamole came out quickly and was refreshing to the taste. Lastly, the red wine selection was a fabulous Pinot that went over well with the food. We will be coming back next time we are in the neighborhood! read more

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Came here for a birthday celebration dinner and we absolutely loved it. Food, service, and ambience were excellent! We especially enjoyed the vegan tacos and yes, we tasted every taco on the menu and my favorite was the grilled nopales tacos. The vegan nachos were also delicious. Definitely will be back! read more

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The tacos and margarita were great! Service was really slow, took 15 minutes for someone to bring us water and they didn't come back to take our drink order for another 10. We ordered salsa that never came to the table. Cute restaurant but I don't think we'll go back because of the service. Our waitress seemed annoyed that we were there. read more

A local favorite! It's unpretentious yet upscale. It's my #2 taco place in this side of downtown. (#1 is a hole-in-the-wall mom&pop which shall remain nameless because... hipsters :) ) read more

Our server Asa was Fantastic! She was lovely, personable, fun to talk with about the menu and gave us delightful service. The food was great. The carrot mole with the steak was Fantastic. read more

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I had the pepino margarita, Vegan Mushroom Carnitas Taco, Steak Taco, tortilla soup, and esquites. I thought the food was average. We specifically didn't like the esquites and they kindly took them away. I was expecting it to taste more like elote, but it didn't at all. The food was just lacking the flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine you'll find elswhere. The service was good, but I wouldn't go back for the food. read more

Chulita - Pepino Margaritas, Vegan Mushroom Carnita, steak taco, Esquites - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

Chulita js leading the city's great Mexican restaurants with a cuisine that is equally healthy and delicious. I think they represent a new step forward for Mexican cuisine. You won't miss meats - they achieve a hardy meal with vegetables - and you can be firmly Keto while exploring their thoughtful dishes. I hope they continue to develop the menu. I sense a new leadership in LA cuisine is emerging. read more

Delicious mezcales and such a fun vibe! The spicy esquite was absolutely special -- the perfect mix of flavor and heat, definitely not your average street corn dish. The mezcal flight was well put together. Asa was amazing! Super knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience even better with great recommendations and energy. Can't wait to come back for another mezcal tasting and more of that esquite! read more

Food quality: 5/5 Presentation: 4/5 Attention to detail: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Vibes: It's pretty inside, but is quite packed and loud. Value: 5/5 Times been: 3 Return? Yes Honestly, I am surprised this place isn't hovering around 4.5-4.6 stars. I've always had a good experience here. I've tried almost every taco by now (sometimes I forget to take pictures), and I've been happy with every taco every time. One of the things that really surprises be about this place is that the steak taco is actually good. I am a very tough 'grader' when it comes to steak, so I am impressed that their steak taco is actually something I would order. Overall, this place is worth trying, and is great for a first date, casual meal with friends, or anything really! (I'll post pics when I can find them) read more

I have driven past this restaurant plenty of times. I am so glad I gave it a chance. My husband (vegan) and I were craving Mexican food and this hit the spot! Amazing options for vegan and non vegans! The vegan tortilla soup and sweet potato taquitos were delicious. Definitely recommend! For appetizers we also had the vegan queso and salsa. I wish the salsa was a bit chunkier but it had a great flavor. It is a smaller establishment but we went around 5 and got a seat at the bar. Make a reservation and o be safe. This is now on our restaurant rotation. :) read more

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The food was amazing! It was a bit chilly outdoors but the soup really warmed us up and every dish we ordered were pleasantly better than what we expected. Amazing place I would definitely revisit when I come back to LA! ALSO a special shout out to Asa, our server, who was always attentive and sweet. Love this place with all my heart! read more

Chulita - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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I've been to Chulita a couple of times for breakfast. The food is always fresh and delicious. The service is prompt and friendly. I love the ambiance read more

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Chose this as a dinner date with a friend on a Thursday evening, parking was very tricky, we ended up having to walk about a block back. Did not see a designated parking lot for the restaurant, but the street itself is quite small. The hostess asked us if we had reservations, which we didn't, and we were still seated immediately. We were given water without having to ask, which I always appreciate. We chose to share the ceviche and four tacos: the asada steak, chicken tinga, mushroom, and the cauliflower al pastor. My favorite of the four tacos was the asada, with the cauliflower tacos a close second. For drinks I tried a guava agua fresca, which had more of a limeade with a guava after taste. The ceviche was delicious, not too citrusy and fishy at all. Would go back just for the ceviche! read more

Chulita - Ceviche with blue corn tostadas. - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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I don't know if it was an off day or what. But coming in the place looked cute. We got sat right away . Bumping into people on the way to our table. The food was so heavy. It hurt our stomachs so bad . Not authentic Mexican food at all. I asked for hot sauce, out came a green sauce that wasn't even spicy. Every time we took a bite from our tacos our elbows were bumping into the stranger next to us. Couldn't finish our food we left. Our stomachs were hurting all night after eating here. Never again. read more

VEGAN REVIEW Feels like you are in Tulum... but def paying LA prices Lots of vegan options. The tortilla soup is TASTY. A few taco options which are good, but not WOW. Of course you have to get the guac. Good service. Love the vibe! read more

Chulita - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

I came back here because I miss their fish taco and vegan churros. And it's women history month, so I went to support another women-owned business. The fish taco did not disappoint. It was still as substantial, fresh and flavorful as the first time I had it. I did find the vegan churros to be a bit more dry than I remembered. Still I had a great experience. Our server, I wish I had gotten her name was super friendly! I love her energy! This time, in addition to the fish taco, we also got the steak taco, guacamole and chips (blue corn chips which some people like and some people don't) and the house guava margarita. My partner thought the margarita was just ok. The ambiance was great and the service was excellent The prices are a bit on the higher side. So be prepared for that. The food quality overall was good. It's still a very cool place with a strong identity. The entire dinner menu is gluten-free. So for people who want to eat clean in a place with a beautiful and chill vibe, this is your spot! read more

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Ok - this place was recommended by someone that I work with.... because someone else that I work with is a partial owner.... please note that this review is NOT based up that. Chulita stands on its own merit! We started with the guacamole. It was "lime heavy" but not too much so... and the avocados were so fresh! (Alex told us they are brough in daily from the valley). And the blue corn chips were an eye pleasing touch! Next up, barbacoa taco, mushroom taco with housemade casava tortilla, chile relleno, and Chulita bowl. I cannot tell you what had better flavor.... or which was the freshest.... or even which I liked the best, because it was all so delicious! While not a vegetarian or vegan restaurant, Chuilta has plenty of choices for both and meat eaters won't even miss the lack of carnivorous selections. All of the flavors are so well balanced! Everything was light but filling and with just the right amount of crunch. Quite literally the perfect meal for a CA afternoon! And it's all so pretty! We sat outside, and it didn't seem too hustly and bustly. We loved watching the people. A lot of times when you're not in the main part of the retaurant, the service takes a dip, but Alex was so incredibly attentive and a pleasure to talk with! He made certain that all of our "needs" were attended to. I will certainly return to Chulita - all enthusiastic thumbs up on this one!! read more

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Went for Sunday dinner. Nothing mind blowing or memorable. Nice service and outdoor seating yet a one and done type establishment. No memorable flavor profiles and overall the food was served at room temperature rather than hot. Would not go back unless in a crunch read more

Met a dear friend for lunch here and what a lovely experience! I booked a table through Resy and included a note re table preference. They went above and beyond to accommodate us and made our visit feel so personal. Imagine that, people who still care about providing great service and appreciate the art of servicing! Seems so obvious in the service industry but rarely practiced these days, unfortunately. The food was so yummy, with some fun vegan options that don't have you feeling like you're missing out. Even better were the clever cocktails and generous wine/beer list. Something for everyone! The space is adorable; open, inviting, comfortable, spotless, and perfect Venice vibes. Go check it out, order a variety of items to share, and DEFINITELY get the churros for dessert! read more

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I had dinner with friends at Chulita in Venice, CA, and we had an amazing time! The drinks were great! I tried the Bad Hombre cocktail (I'm a big Mezcal fan), and it did not disappoint. We ordered a variety of quesadillas to share...steak, barbacoa, and more. They were all delicious!! We also got ceviche, guacamole (a must!), and esquites for the table. The esquites were definitely my favorite...smoky, flavorful, and with just the right amount of kick (perfect if you like a little spice). Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I'd highly recommend Chulita for catching up with coworkers or friends. Plus, Rose Ave is a nice area to stroll around, with lots of charming little restaurants nearby. I'll definitely return! Service was friendly too! We finished the night with Carajillo shots. They were soo good! read more

Chulita - Bad Hombre Cocktail (mezcal) - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

Went to Chulita for the first time and am already craving everything we had all over again. I haven't been to a restaurant I've liked this much in a long time. We had guac, a cauliflower queso dip, sweet potato taquitos, tortilla soup and an apricot margarita. There was not a miss among them. Everything was so full of flavor and fresh. Can't wait to go back. read more

Items ordered: vegan nachos, elote, fish taco, cauliflower taco, steak, guava juice, churros Value: Prices are standard for the area Service: Wonderful! Staff are accommodating and knowledgeable . The Review: Nachos 5/5, Fish taco 5/5 (my mom said it's be best she's had in her life), cauliflower taco 3/5 (cauliflower texture is odd for tacos). Ambiance is 5/5 for the outdoor easy breezy vibes. The biggest issue for us was their steak. They said they could cook it however we wanted. After asking for medium plus, it came out very well done, we sent it back and asked for "red inside", came back extremely well done once again. Especially at this price point, people should be getting what they prefer, and not having to waste a cow to do so. The guava juice was awesome. Churros were lovely and crispy but the dipping sauce was bitter. Would definitely return and stick with fish or something vegetarian. Tons of gluten-free and plant-based options. I was in Heaven. Great spot! read more

Chulita - Vegan Churros - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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I don't normally write reviews, but this felt necessary. I really wanted to like Chulita on Rose -- the spot has a great location and the vibe could be fun -- but my experience was genuinely disappointing and uncomfortable. From the start, things felt tense and disorganized, and the service came off more dismissive than welcoming. Instead of feeling like a guest, it felt like we were an inconvenience. The biggest issue wasn't even the food (which was fine) -- it was the overall hospitality and how situations were handled. Communication was poor, the pacing was off, and there was a general attitude that made the entire experience stressful rather than enjoyable. The most frustrating part was management. Rather than helping de-escalate or improve the experience, the tone felt rude and unprofessional, which made everything worse. It's unfortunate because the staff seemed overwhelmed and like they were dealing with a lot, but as a guest that's not something you should feel or have to navigate. At the end of the night, I left feeling irritated and disappointed, and that's not how you want to walk out of a restaurant -- especially one that clearly wants to be seen as a go-to neighborhood spot. I'm not someone who runs to Yelp, but I wouldn't return after this, and I wouldn't recommend it based on the experience I had. read more

We were pleasantly surprised to get table for 5 on a Sunday afternoon walk-in to this place. We were starving and felt like trying some Mexican food. Our server Jenn was friendly and attentive, and we got straight to ordering as soon as we were seated. They were serving both, brunch and Lunch menu, and their lunch menu looked a much better than the brunch menu. We started off with a few $18 cocktails, which included a winner - El Pepino - very very refreshing and also not that spirit forward. Foodwise, we got the Coliflor Fundido ($16) - served with some excellent Tostadas. These were very tasty, but nothing can beat their absolutely excellent tacos, which included Vegan Mushroom Carnitas ($7 each), and Tinga de Pollo. The Mushroom tacos were spectacular which set the bar very high for our mains, which sadly, did not live up to the level! The Chulita Bowl ($19) while presented in a very nice way, lacked taste, which even the Vegan Chorizo couldn't fix. Our table had a similar experience with the Chicken Tinga bowl. Service however was very good, food arrived within 20-mins of ordering, and noise levels were on the lower end. A very positive experience overall. read more

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Extremely bad service, cold food and watered down cocktail. Would not recommend anyone to come here.

This restaurant was great! We had 3 in our party and started with the Coliflor Fundido and Esquites. Both portions were massive, we were full just from the appetizers and didn't even finish them. The Coliflor Fundido is almost like cauliflower mashed potatoes mixed with stringy melted cheese, served with hard tostadas. It was pretty plain on its own, but still tasty. Luckily our waiter suggested we pair it with the Esquites which is a savory, well-seasoned corn dish. The 2 apps together made it very yummy. The barbacoa was good, but the consensus from everyone was that the steak was by far the best taco. None of us could even come close to finishing our tacos after the apps. Our waiter was great - very helpful and attentive. He did forget to bring us sides of salsa with our tacos, but it wasn't a big deal as the tacos were still juicy. They have heaters, but it was still a bit chilly outside. Parking is typical for LA - hit or miss around the neighborhoods. Overall, this place would be a home run with a larger group. Still would recommend with a smaller group but would only order 1 taco. read more

Chulita - Barbacoa Taco (left), Steak Taco (right) - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

Fresh Californian-Mexican spot that's vegan friendly. Came here for brunch with a friend on a Saturday and there was a five minute wait. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Street parking available. We split the Chulita bowl, taquitos (vegan), and churros for dessert. There's both vegetarian and meat options for the bowl, and it was a generous serving. I like how the taquitos had slight heat and the churros came out piping hot. The decor was super cute and it was an aesthetic vibe. The seating inside is a bit small so if you're in a bigger group, I'd suggest sitting outside. Credit cards accepted. Overall, it's a cute spot for a casual meal when you're in Venice. read more

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Chulita was a nice surprise! Though not exclusively vegan, there are plenty of vegan and gluten-free options on the menu. I tried the quesadilla with vegan chorizo. Good, but the vegan chorizo was surprisingly bland. Same with the sweet potato taquitos - you really need more of the jalapeno aioli that's drizzled over it for flavor. I also tried the cauliflower taco and mushroom carnitas taco (both vegan). Tacos were a good size and tasty. The outdoor patio is beautiful, but a little cramped. Tables are very close to each other. They take reservations, and parking was easy on the side street. Will definitely return. read more

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I was welcomed right away, Carlos was great very friendly. I loved the spanish stone, ceramics and pottery decorations. They had a warm, cozy feeling inside. Food was delicious. I came in for the vegan tortilla soup it was delightful. I really recommend it, you for a gloomy day. read more

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we came here for a Thursday night birthday dinner with a day-of reservation! They have three seating options: indoors, outdoor along the sidewalk, or outdoor behind the restaurant in a separate covered area. It wasn't crowded at all and the service was pretty quick. The vegan queso was delicious and tasted just like real cheese. Our waitress brought us extra tortilla chips too (they have gluten free blue corn tortilla). I had the cheese quesadilla, which was flavorful and dense. You can add in proteins of your choice too, including a vegan protein option too. They have a lot of cocktail options, as well as Mexican coke served from a glass bottle! For my friend's birthday, they gave us a complementary big bowl of churros for the table. Overall, this is a great spot on Rose for an upscale Mexican meal read more

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Been coming here for a while but feels like they have stepped up their game. Food was great and service too. Asa was our server

Brie was so personable and made amazing margaritas. She recommended the steak tacos and they did not disappoint; cooked perfectly and tender. Great ambiance and service. read more

Chulita - Steak Tacos Habiscus Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

Aw man I'm so happy to have found great Mexican cuisine so close to the beach!! My girlfriend, sister and I came for Brunch on a Saturday and had no wait for a table here around 1pm. The ambiance here is definitely aged beachy cantina with a lot of plants and pieces that add so much desert/Latin character. Inside and outdoor tables were both nice but we chose to sit inside. The service here was very helpful, fast, and efficient. Their cocktails that we ordered were very well crafted, boozy, and tasteful!! Our order took maybe 10-15 minutes to come out after ordering and was very worth the wait. I think all our entrees were gorgeous, steaming with lovely smell, tasteful ingredients and visually presentable. We had their pescado taco, barbacoa taco/burrito, and creamy tortilla soup. The barbacoa here was so tender and juicy without being overly greasy. The tortillas themselves tasted fresh and the radish, parsley and seasoning were a great combination which complimented the savory meat. The burrito was large, packed with meat and very delicious. I enjoyed their creamy soup as well!! I wish we had gotten more chips of tortilla for the soup, but overall it was extremely tasty and indeed thick and creamy. Nice portion size and I would highly recommend!! We really enjoyed our meal and did not leave a bite to spare! read more

Chulita - Hibiscus Margarita Barbacoa Burrito & Taco Creamy Vegan Tortilla Soup - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

Just ate at Chulita and the food and service was excellent. I was really impressed by our server Daria who was very attentive and helped with choosing the perfect options from the menu and the bartender Ari made incredible Mezcal drinks. Great cozy spot and will definitely be coming back! read more

This place is great! Open airy and friendly vibe. Good playlist that wasn't too loud. Coliflor Fundito was creamy with a rich cheesy flavor and jalapeño touch! Steak taco was perfect & the corn had a smoky kick! read more

Chulita - Steak taco - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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Had an amazing dinner out with my boyfriend trying Chulitas. Let me tell you the food is exceptional. While I will say the prices are quite high, the food meets the expectations. We got the vegan tauqitos de camote which were beyond incredible. The mix of pickled onions, radish, spicy green sauce and fried sweet potato and blue corn was perfection. The Barbacoa tacos were $7 a piece and come with no sides. For the price it felt like it should've been made into a meal with sides as $14 for two tacos is kinda insane. However, the tacos were remarkable. The meat was seasoned and juicy and had the same toppings as the taquitos. For dessert we got the pumpkin spiced churros. While my bf and I have never been a fan of churros, we are a fan of chulitas. The flavors balanced itself well and we're perfectly made. Servers were kind and attentive and the ambiance of the indoor/outdoor space was stunning. Would highly recommend trying this place for some quality Mexican. read more

Chulita - Barbacoa tacos and sweet potato tauqitos, AMAZING - Mexican Near Me - Venice, California

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I went a while back.. it just has been a while since my last review! My friends and I decided to meet up on their patio. I originally made a reservation of I think 6-8, and a couple of extra people came last minute (sorry to our then server!). We made it work and just all sat close. Our server had our food and drinks come out with a quickness and didn't miss a beat. The restaurant is small, but cute and somewhat intimate if you want a more quiet date night during the week, or after work drinks. The vegan queso definitely didn't taste like cheese, but I still couldn't help but continue to eat it because it did have an interesting taste. The steak taco, bomb. The mango margaritas super bomb. I'll have to go back soon! read more

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Great food. Great drinks. Had fish and steak tacos. Festive environment. Asa was an incredible waitress!

I came here a year ago and tried the ceviche and the coliflor fundido; I absolutely loved the latter. I came here last month (Oct 2023), reordered the fundido as well as a few other items. Coliflor fundido $16.00 ***** 5/5 This dish can fill you up. It's delicious but a little difficult to describe. It has the flavor and consistency of melted cheese - gives you that awesome cheese pull - but then also has some slight cauliflower flavor.... Much less than you'd expect. The micro greens on top add a light refreshing flavor. It is served with blue corn tostadas you break into chips and dunk into the cheesy goodness; you can ask for more if you need them. This dish will always be a staple when I come here. Steak taco w/cassava tortilla $8 **** 4.5/5 The steak was cooked medium rare to perfection. It was juicy and flavorful. Tastes very fresh. There is a good amount of meat- enough to take half off and make two smaller tacos because you are given two cassava tortillas. These had just the right amount of avocado. The only thing I wish is for it to be served with a little more pico de gallo. I would definitely get this again. I also checked in for yelp, so I got a free order of churros. These did not taste like I expected, but keep in mind these are not normal churros, these are vegan! The carmel sauce they came with tasted mostly of coffee or espresso, so rather than use it on the churros, I took it home and mixed it with some milk and drank it. :) hehe I also enjoyed their taquitos. Their tortilla shells have a good crunch, the camotes add a smooth texture to the inside, the green sauce adds spice, and then they have pickled onions and radish with micro-greens which add the perfect complementary flavors. I had two servers waiting on me, Juliet and Camille. Juliet greeted me, gave me recommendations, and took my order, while Camille brought me water and checked on me later. Both were courteous and good waitresses. I love the location of this restaurant. It has such a great beach vibe/ vacation aesthetic. They are part indoor, part outdoor. I was able to find a parking spot about a block away, but it can be difficult at busy times. read more

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