OMG, the food is so good. They make tortillas fresh, and they are a treat!…read moreThis is a very small shop with tight parking, but I found it worth the effort and will return. Really kind and helpful staff.

Delicioso!!! Food was delicious and very fresh. I definitely felt like I was at my Tia's house and…read moreshe was cooking for me. I could smell the flavor on the carne asada. I like it charred a little. I could have eaten a tub of their rice. So light, fluffy and flavorful. I'm not a bean person but even the beans were hitting the spot. So much I would order them again. Usually I try the beans once and that's it. I'm pretty sure the tortillas were homemade. I loved that they were thick enough to hold everything but soft enough to eat. Salsa was a little too spicy for my liking. Everything was seasoned well. Everyone was very nice! But I definitely had to use my high school Spanish. Between my Spanglish and her English it was no problem. It's a very small hole in the wall. Cases of beer were stacked against the wall. There were only about 5-6 two top tables. Not good for a crowd but definitely great food. I think there was one unisex bathroom. I didn't go in. Looking at the pictures online I didn't know there was an outdoor patio. Looks nice in the pictures. I'm not sure about a parking lot. We parked on the street on Parthenia which was a little scary because drivers don't care about people getting out of the car.

I've been here twice now and ordered the burrito with pastor - it is truly unreal!!!! One of the…read morebest burritos I've had. Such an unpretentious spot. Loved the red salsa too - can't wait to come back :)

In a city where Mexican food is probably the primary dining option; one might think that it is all…read morethe same: that a taco here is the same as a taco there. This line of thinking is completely false as each region and state in Mexico has distinct flavors, cultural preparations and unique ingredients. Luckily in the City of Angels; we have access to all of these styles whereas everyone can pick and choose their favorite! I was in the North Hills/Mission Hills area and decided Mexican was going to be the meal of the day - and thanks to the trusty Yelp app: Tacos al Tijuanense was the winner to satisfy my hunger pang. If you are a longtime LA resident or born-and-raised within the city limits and can swear to Tacos al Tijuanense sounding familiar/remembering that it was a food truck... Then your memory doesn't deceive you. Tacos al Tijuanense birthed as a food truck in 1987 quickly gaining popularity for its smoked meats and Tijuana-inspired flavors serving tacos, vampiros, quesadillas, birria tacos, etc; loaded with fresh toppings and offering a variety of meats for the protein selection. The LA love for Tacos al Tijuanense caused such popularity that the food truck expanded into brick-and-mortar locations with several now spread throughout the city. The North Hills location of Tacos al Tijuanense holds real estate near the Woodly/Nordhoff intersection in a small strip plaza shopping center that seems half sleepy and half eyebrow-raising. But, as most of us know, the hidden gems are usual the best spots so don't be deterred by such businesses like the sketchy massage parlor next door. In fact, diners will be pleasantly surprised when crossing the threshold of the entrance to find an airy interior with high ceilings, natural light, wooden accents and the combination of a trendy- almost gastropub sticking to the food truck theme (there is even a food truck motif behind the order counter) that feels like a party. Tacos al Tijuanense is not what you would expect from the outside! Tacos al Tijuanense is fast-casual meaning you order behind the counter and take a number to the table of your choice. After browsing the menu, my boyfriend chose a Quesadilla (13" tortilla filled with protein of your choice, jack cheese, cilantro and salsa with my boyfriend picking chicken - $13) and a Vampiro (toasted corn tortilla layered with jack cheese, choice of meat, onions, cilantro and salsa with al pastor - $3). For my order, I also went with a Vampiro but with chicken while also ordering Nachos to share with carne asada. When our plates arrived, we were surprised to see the size of the portions. Everything at Tacos al Tijuanense is large and in charge and they most certainly do not skimp! The fillings are overflowing with bright, fresh ingredients, toppings are numerous and the size overall makes everything shareable. My Vampiro was crisp with delicious guacamole that added a refreshing element and tender, tasty chicken. My favorite was my boyfriend's Quesadilla which was gooey, warm and perfect. You can't go wrong with a quesadilla! But we have to talk about the nachos because these nachos are HUGE! This is party size and could generously feed three people. The carne asada was heavenly and the chips tasted homemade. The only slightly "meh" factor was that the cheese atop the nachos was canned cheese and we would have preferred melted shredded cheese. This wouldn't have been such an issue had the canned cheese been in a rational amount but it seemed like a Costco-sized can poured onto these chips! These nachos were hidden under cheese glop! Regardless, they were still delicious. Tacos al Tijuanense holds true to its almost 40-year-old fame with affordable prices, delicious food, large portions giving you a bang for your buck and a surprisingly inviting ambiance. Tacos al Tijuanense is definitely recommended and the North Hills location is much recommended despite its odd plaza placement.

First time here and I already know it won't be my last. I dined with my husband and we were both…read moreimpressed from start to finish. The fajitas arrived sizzling, perfectly seasoned, and generously portioned -- definitely great for sharing. The ceviche was bright, fresh, and beautifully balanced with that clean citrus kick that keeps you going back for more. A standout detail for me was the unlimited Colombian coffee -- smooth, aromatic, and constantly refilled, which made the whole meal feel extra warm and welcoming. Gilma, who took care of our table, provided truly amazing service: friendly, attentive, and effortlessly on top of everything without hovering. Prices are very reasonable especially considering the big portions and overall quality, and the plenty of parking makes the visit even more convenient. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual meal where you can take your time and enjoy. For a first visit, this felt like discovering a neighborhood gem -- already looking forward to coming back.

Terrible food. They got my order completely wrong and their food was inedible. They gave me the BBQ…read moreburrito instead of the steak and it was the worse burrito I've ever had. Mostly vegetables with only a few pieces of meat, non of which were good. Don't waste your time or money here

From the start the service was absolutely amazing! The entire staff was kind and make you feel at…read morehome! I came with my sister she ordered the avocado toast and I got the huevos rancheros eggs over easy with breakfast potatoes that were just perfect! The frijoles gave a nostalgic vibe from when my abuela use to make her frijoles with queso fresco. The vibe in here was so soothing calm and you just wanna stay till they close lol. Definitely gonna come again this is now our breakfast spot for when we visit our mother at the cemetery. Definitely give this place its flowers and very pocket friendly too!

service and food were great. We had the nopal and eggs, and the juevos rancheros. Both great and…read moregood beans! Cafe de olla was very flavorful. we found this place on our drive back from LA to Sac, this will now be a regular stop for us.

My husband & I love this place for their quesadillas & sopes…read more All of their menu is good! Safe to say we've tried most of it lol So good!

Good food, overall. The cucumber lemon agua fresca was awesome. -2 cause two combos two agua…read morefrescas came out to $50+ which I find to be super expensive for a regular mexican food spot. It's pricey in my opinion.

This place really gives you that "mi casa es tu casa" feeling because the food tastes just like…read morehomemade cooking. The only thing I would recommend is homemade tortillas, other than that food is delicious ! Honestly, you can't beat this place. Highly recommend!

Solid Mexican eatery in a very nondescript building in Northridge, Tierra Caliente brings a lot of…read morefire with some tasty food and beverages. Don't let the exterior of the building deter you from checking out this hidden gem. Once you enter, you are greeted by an incredibly friendly staff and some authentic Mexican decor. The menu is stacked with a lot of traditional staples. The food overall is simply tasty and the portion sizes are large. Prices are very reasonable for the amount and quality of food and drink. A special note is the chile relleno, any burrito, and the molcajete, which is filled with incredible chicken, steak, shrimp, cactus, cheese, and wonderfully-spiced vegetables that is perfect to share. The spices and flavor are on point and delicious. Fun atmosphere is perfect for couples and families, and a bar with a big screen TV has the latest live sporting events for those patrons. Plenty of parking in a retail lot and the restrooms are clean and well-stocked. Tierra Caliente is bringing the very best of Mexican cuisine in the area and Northridge is at the epicenter of this fire. Check them out!

Top notch hole in the wall Mexican food…read more The burrito was huge and the carne asada was full of flavor and super tender. Baja fish tacos were also delicious. Staff was friendly and food came out pretty quick. Just an excellent experience all around and will definitely be back

The fish tacos are really good but I've had their burrito and quesadillas and they're very mid…read more Unfortunately, the Mexican food I've had wasn't good. They burnt my quesadillas, I live far so I didn't bother going back.

My first review ever. And I'm glad it's to this place. I was only 15 years old when I tried the…read morefood from this place for the very first time. I'm 40 now, don't even leave in the neighborhood anymore, but whenever I'm in the mood for a quesadilla de Asada con mi side de guacamole. There is no place for me like Carnitas Michoacanas. This restaurant is not only good it's part of the community. And a very special place for me. They changed the name but the food still tastes amazing.

best mexican food in the valley! service is great and food always on point. if you're in a rush…read moremake sure to order ahead as business is always popping. Lupe is the best make sure you tip her (:

I love this place their birria really hits! I love it to pieces!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for being…read morethe best ever!

I wanted to eat fish tacos .......i went to this location in Panorama city...i thought everything…read morewas good ....parking is ok ....so i order 2 fish tacos and 1 shrimp taco ....with everything on it .... 1 thing I noticed a young lady working as the cook ... I waited around 10 threw 15 minutes..... Everything was ok until I got home .... The 2 fish tacos had soooooooooo much salsa on them that you couldn't see the fish ...with extra secret sauce ....plus the shrimp taco only had 3 small shrimp on it with secret sauce all around the taco .......this is 1 of the worst fish and shrimp Tacos that ever had in my life .... The tortilla was cold ....and the fish looked like it was from a microwave.....and the shrimp was not cooked right .....i understand.....you should hire a real cook ....not someone that doesn't have experience in cooking ......remember there's a good cook for your location.....thank you ....

Let me start with saying one of the best pozole I ever had besides my wife pozole. I really…read morerecommend this restaurant because it authentic and has great quality and good taste.. I drove like 1 hour to come here.. the chilaquiles a solid 10 The pozole a solid 10 I would come back honestly Gracias doña Ana por el buen servicio y sabor

When we ordered our food, they charged my mom for a sangria she never ordered. Plus, I ordered a…read morequesabirria plate. And this lady seriously asks me, "what meat" and I repeat myself and she laughs in my face like I'm the one that sounds dumb for asking what is she taking about. She repeats herself and I say, "birria." Then she proceeds to ask me, "Do you want that with cheese or no cheese?" If I'm asking for quesabirrias, is it not obvious I want it with birria and cheese. But it's also the fact that she makes me out to be the idiot for being confused at her ridiculous questions. They then gave us the same number as the man before us and had to bring it to their attention, so they wouldn't give our food to him (he had a to-go). Thanks to the man that went to go say something. Then, my mom said that they charged us the same amount for both menudos when on the menu it shows up at different prices (we got 1 pata, 1 without). I brought it to their attention and I said, "That's okay, you could go ahead and bring me the pata, since you already charged me for it." She answered, "Well, you have to go pay the difference up front." I repeated myself, she viewed my receipt and said okay. She comes back 5 minutes later and she tells me, "They charged you for the pata, do you want your money back?" I said, "no, you could go ahead and bring it to me with the pata." Then she finally brings it out and tells me, "it's priced at the same amount whether you get pata or not." Whether or not, that was true, why was she trying to charge me the difference. They never brought my mom that said sangria, she never ordered. She went to go get a refund for that and they only gave her $4 with no added tax amount, so they didn't even process her refund as they were supposed to. To make matters worse, the food wasn't even good. I really tried to enjoy it, but the menudo was tough and quesabirrias lacked flavor. The restaurant was small, and we had to sit outside, which was okay, considering it wasn't too hot out. In conclusion, service was awful, rude, there was no coordination, food was not the best, and the it was small but very limited seating. I was so excited to come here, because an influencer said this place was so good. Last time I listen to someone on the internet. My fault, but I was just so disappointed.