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El Paraiso

4.2 (64 reviews)
InexpensiveSeafood, Mexican
Open 10:00 am - 7:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Shrimp and fish tacos.
Allie P.

Cash only. Private parking lots. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages - wide selection. I've only been to a couple of these types of places & I'm always wanting ceviche. This time, it was an order of fish tacos, shrimp tacos, and a small cocktail. Oh, I forgot about the imitation crab on a tostada... yes, a very large order was placed. I keep forgetting how largely portioned everything is and tend to over order what my stomach can handle before going into food coma. I would recommend ordering 1-2 items off the menu for starters as you could always order more later. My favorite was the octopus cocktail - it came with slices of avocado, saltine crackers, cilantro, etc. I added lime juice and some of the hot sauce that was on the table for added flavor & spiciness. The shrimp and fish were both lightly fried & were topped with shredded lettuce and either pico de gallo or salsa. The tostada was layered with diced tomatoes, some onions here and there and imitation crab and slices of avocado. Tasted kind of plain, so I added some lime juice. There is seating inside - good for groups. 1 TV & lots of sea/beach decor. Good price for the amount of food you're getting. Come hungry.

Yvonne C.

We came across this Gem! We were looking for a seafood restaurant, to dine in. Let me tell you this place is GREAT!! FOOD is fresh, great taste and the right severing portions. We will be back and we do highly recommend it if you are in the area.. We came all the from Hawthorne and let me tell you it was worth the drive. We be back again! Best Valentine's day Lunch!!!

The Shrimp Burrito not good!

Not satisfied with the food... I decided to try this place since the reviews seem alright... 1st note the rice tasted old and stale. The shrimp was dirty and why is there salad on the burrito?i didn't expect large pieces of carrots in the burrito. I only ate 1/3 of it because I was hungry . The dining room was extremely small only 3 tables were inside which were all occupied. The patio is bigger but it's summer and the heat it didn't make this meal pleasant..

Tacos dorados de camaron. Tostada de aguachile
Omar H.

Food was ok. Aguachiles are spicy, extremely spicy!! Only reason im rating this review a 3 stars is because of the cashier. The cashier needs to learn how to communicate with people. Took 30 min to receive our food

Jeanette S.

If you like Mexican seafood, man is this the place! I've been coming here for a few years, and it's so good! I usually order the breaded shrimp plate (camarones empanizados) and the Campechana, which is the greatest Shrimp Cocktail ever. It has shrimp, octopus, oysters, etc, seriously one of the best. The breaded shrimp are so tasty and come with tartar sauce to make them even better. The fish and shrimp tacos are huge and totally delicious. They come with so much shrimp and fish and are served on 2 corn tortillas with lots of cabbage. They also sell beer and wine coolers, if you want to enjoy a Corona with your Shrimp Cocktail. All of the food here is good, inexpensive, and comes in pretty big portions. They're cash only and there is not an ATM near by, so be prepared and come with cash. It is in East LA, so it's not the nicest place or in the nicest part of town, so make sure you lock your car and enjoy. :)

Eva R.

You'd be surprised at how delicious their fish and chips are here! I come here often with my family for the shrimp tacos, they're fully loaded and good to the last bite. Both the fish&chips and shrimp tacos are enough to drop by for a bite. They also have a variety of micheladas available that I've yet to try. If you enjoy reasonably priced mariscos this is a great place to try!

Lea R.

My coworkers talks about how good the shrimp tacos are so after training out this way here I am. Ready to get down with the get down. This is a nice quant place. I will up date you on the grub. I order 2 shrimp tacos and a fish taco to go.But wait! There's more. Stay tuned for my after love a dub grub response. Wow...it was delicious. I love you man....

they have coconut filled with seafood!
Paola C.

great little spot, great seafood and the people are very sweet. I ended up getting a coconut filled coctel and it was awesome... a little spicy but delicious! I'm definitely coming here even if have I to drive a while to get here.

Fish taco, campechana, and tostada de ceviche de pescado
Dan A.

This place has good seafood. My favorite thing here are the fish tacos. The micheladas are good and go perfect with the ceviche. Prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is family friendly.

Fish taco & campechana cocktail

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2 years ago

I have been coming here since I can remember. It's a childhood gem. The prices went up but they give fresh quality seafood.

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2 years ago

Found it by accident, in an industrial neighborhood near the Citadel. Food was incredibly good! I'd go out of my way to go back!

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2 years ago

Great food! I've read some of the bad reviews, some people just don't know really good Mariscos. ‍

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3 years ago

This is and always will be my favorite fish taco place. The tacos seem a little smaller than I remember, but still so much flavor!!!

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6 years ago

Delicious food and affordable prices. Bomb ceviche tostadas and the fish tacos are amazing. Worth the drive!!!

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Omgoodness! So fresh and deliciouse. Authentic, and i cant stop going back. Hold me back ya all. Im going back tomorrow.

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I've been coming here for years. Best fish tacos in town! And there menu has expanded! Everything is delicious! The staff is very friendly!

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Greaaatt fish tacos!!!! I've actually never tried anything else because I'm soo happy with the fish tacos Lol..

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4.1(1.1k reviews)
12.1 miHollywood
Outdoor seating
Private events

We arrived a little early for our 5:30 PM Saturday reservation and were immediately impressed…read more KATEEN is absolutely stunning in person and honestly looks even better than the photos online. The lush outdoor setting feels like a hidden oasis tucked away in the middle of Hollywood and creates a unique atmosphere that's perfect for a relaxed dinner. The food was excellent across the board. We started with the oysters and ceviche, both of which were incredibly fresh, bright, and full of flavor. The guacamole was delicious and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The standout dish of the evening, however, was the short rib tacos. Tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, they were easily our favorite item of the meal and something we'd order again without hesitation. Our server was fantastic. He was knowledgeable about the menu, offered thoughtful recommendations, and answered every question with confidence. Great service can elevate a meal, and he definitely contributed to an already excellent experience. One thing guests should know is that the scent of sage throughout the restaurant is quite noticeable. It may not be everyone's preference, but we personally enjoyed it and thought it added to the restaurant's unique ambiance and character. Between the beautiful setting, fresh and flavorful food, and attentive service, KATEEN exceeded our expectations. We would gladly return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Hollywood.

This was my first time dining at this restaurant. The server was great, the food was delicious, and…read morethe atmosphere was amazing. However, the reason I'm giving 2 stars is because of the valet parking experience. First, I was charged $25 even though the sign clearly stated that valet parking is $17 for the first 3 hours, and $25 after 3 hours. Our reservation was at 6:30 PM, we arrived on time, and we left before 9 PM, so the charge did not make sense. When I asked the valet attendant, he kept saying, "because you dined there," without giving any clear explanation. If it is actually a flat rate for restaurant guests, then that should be clearly stated upfront to customers. Second, when I got into my car, I noticed that someone had touched the navigation settings because the compass direction and display were different from what I normally use. I do not understand why there was any need to adjust or touch my navigation system at all. I really think the restaurant needs to improve and better manage its valet parking system. Honestly, it felt like I was being charged a random price just because I was told, "you dined there." If there is a flat valet rate for restaurant guests, that information should be clearly communicated upfront instead of leaving customers confused at the end.

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4.4(1.4k reviews)
6.3 miDowntown
$$$

I am so happy I finally got to try Dama! I absolutely love Antonia LaFasso so I've been dying to…read moretry one of her restaurants. Now when you pull up originally you might think, "am I in the right place" but once you park and get into the courtyard, it is LOVELY! Amazing ambience! There is a bocce set up, string lights. It is a little slice of oasis in the middle of the fashion district. The restaurant itself - beautiful. I couldn't ask for more. Absolutely perfect in my book. Beautiful plants hanging, perfect Spanish music in the background (any place playing Natalia LaFourcade is a win). The drinks were great! I had the jungle bird which was fun. Food was so good too. The whipped beans are the star! We had the guacamole which was tasty, great tostadas with it. The arepas were good but the pork belly was a little too fatty (I know pork belly is always fatty) to the point the fat muted the flavored for the arepa a bit, but still delicious. The empanadas were great and as someone who lived in South America and ate empanadas every day, these really took me back to my Paraguay days. The squash blossoms were light and perfectly fried. Unfortunately my friends had gone to Funke the night before so they were comparing the squash blossoms and Funke won out, but they still liked Dama's! Small plates were enough for the 3 of us. The service was quick and attentive. Parking was easy for us. I will definitely be back!

Wonderful escape right in the heart of downtown. Plenty of street parking. There are lots around…read moretoo Love the outdoor area They have permanent benches that are cushioned with backrests too So enjoy the outside protected from the wind Most tables are shaded with the buildings surrounding too so you have this nice alcove feel Enjoy your mimosas and cocktails!!

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Mirate

4.2(1.1k reviews)
10.3 miLos Feliz
Private events
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Parking: street parking if you get lucky, there's also valet around the corner…read more Food: We had 1 of each taco Ceviche Mixto And the tuna tostada Appetizer side of guac All of our food was amazing, I was not a big fan of the tuna tostada, the red/orange sauce was too much for me. However, the mushroom taco was delicious it had so much flavor! As well as the gobernador taco (the one with shrimp). The fish taco was okay but thought it was cute that they wrap it in a little tusk. I would mention the drinks but I'm not sure what my friends got and I got a mocktail. The service was delightful, from start to end! I don't recall our waiters name but she made sure we were taken care of. Overall this place was very cute! The pillows were so comfortable! The food was amazing! Service was great, will definitely be back

Firstly, I want to say the food was just as good as the first time we visited. Unfortunately, my…read moresecond experience here...bringing my mom for Mother's Day ...was extremely disappointing because of the service. We initially had one server who brought us water and took our appetizer order, but then disappeared for quite some time without checking back in. At that point, I even went looking for a manager or hostess and couldn't find anyone available. Eventually, we were given a new server, but she came across as extremely rude and inattentive. What upset me most was the overall lack of communication and attentiveness throughout the experience. It made what was supposed to be a special Mother's Day outing feel frustrating and disappointing. Sadly, this experience soured my impression enough that I don't see myself returning.

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Tu Madre - Los Feliz

4.3(764 reviews)
10.2 miLos Feliz
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Went to Tu Madre and honestly... everything was SO good…read more I ordered the margarita flight, the asada burrito, a chicken taco, and the Korean BBQ taco and they did not disappoint. The margarita flight was super cute and actually strong lol every flavor was good. Perfect for trying different drinks instead of just picking one. The asada burrito was packed with meat and flavor. The steak was juicy, seasoned really well, and the portions were worth it. The chicken taco was simple but sooo good and flavorful, but the Korean BBQ taco??? Yeah that was my favorite. The mix of sweet and savory with the sauce was insane. The vibes were fun, the food came out fresh, and the staff was really nice. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again. 10/10

tu madre was honestly just alright to me. it wasn't horrible but i probably wouldn't get it again…read more i ordered it through doordash, and got a carne asada burrito, a carne asada taco, and a birria taco and they gave chips on the side. they had good reviews on doordash so i was excited to try the items but everything was truly just... ok. i didn't feel like the flavor was really there for any of the items i got, and the sauces they provided weren't that great either. i love a spicier sauce but they only gave me milder ones that were pretty average flavor-wise. the carne asada taco had a crumbly cheese on top that just didn't go well with the rest of the taco. the tacos were also packed in a paper food tray. this was fine for the carne asada taco but for the birria taco, it soaked into and stuck on the paper tray. the burrito had a poblano ranch slaw that seemed to overpower the rest of the flavors. unfortunately, that meant the primary flavor of the burrito was bland. the food at tu madre was truly just very forgettable to me, and so i'd probably just recommend passing on this place.

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El Tepeyac Cafe - 7/28/24: Okie de Pollo Burrito -- fireeeeeee!!!

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3.8(2.9k reviews)
3.7 miBoyle Heights
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It's been many decades having this goodness…read more Quality value flavorful authentic supporting local business fresh plethora goodness The chili relleno burrito I pass on as there was a thicker egg batter than chili that was quite small in comparison to size of burrito The original hollenbeck absolutely hands down tender spice stuffed goodness Rice beans guac stuffed away Their veggie burrito also worth the value All burritos very shareable or leftover worthy or have an amazing happy belly Would certainly purchase and try other goodness!

I work in East Los often, this is one of those places the locals always recommend. On a couple…read morelunchtimes I ordered through DoorDash for pick up, quick easy and convenient. The building is an original piece of the City's history, boasting a menu that features their famous burritos that vary in size from a regular to a huge party size beast that can feed several. I tried the Hollenbeck and the Okie burritos on two separate occasions via pick up, as aforementioned, the service was quick, convenient and the pick up window is seamless, parking is located next to the structure and I haven't had problems getting there. Hollenbeck was good but I definitely enjoyed the Okie burrito more, I ordered the "original" size once and didn't seem to learn my lesson the second time, these burritos can feed two in Original size. They offer a "Mini" version which would be satisfactory for one person. My favorite thing about these burritos is how "home-made" they are, the salsas and meats are fresh and taste like they came out of an abuelitas kitchen. I still need to try the crunchy tacos and nachos which look great, I recommend trying this classic establishment at least once if you're in the area.

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