Cancel

Open app

Search

Encanto Mestizo

4.2 (92 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

Encanto Mestizo Photos

Business Info

ENCANTO MESTIZO ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Encanto Mestizo

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Chicken with mole
Alejandra G.

Ok first time here. This place is big inside. Mexican music is loud but ok. The mangonada margarita on the rocks wasn't good, tasted funny. The waitress said she used 2 types of tequila. Sorry but hurricane harbor mangonada margarita is way better! Per our waitress they have entertainment on the weekends. You need to follow them on Instagram to find out. Chicken with mole over rice was good, had a spicy taste to it. Chile relleno with rice and beans, the batter was thin (I like), easy on the sauce. Saw our waitress leave and she didn't say anything. Another employee came in but she hasn't came to our table to see if we needed anything. Still waiting. Plenty of parking

Sister Sister sushi was just ok
ruth r.

Decided to try this place for the first time, but unfortunately, I wasn't impressed. We went on a Friday evening and were the only table there, so I expected the service to be quick and attentive but that wasn't the case. I ordered a mezcalita, and it didn't even come filled to the top. For a $17+ drink, I would expect better. It also tasted more like lemonade than anything else. I couldn't taste the alcohol at all and didn't feel anything from it. The sushi menu was also a bit frustrating since it only listed names without any descriptions. When we asked our server, she tried to explain but didn't seem very confident, which made it harder to decide. We ended up ordering the Sister Sister roll, which was just okay. For entrees, my friend had the enchiladas verdes and I ordered the fajitas. Both were decent, but nothing stood out or made a lasting impression. Overall, nothing wowed me enough to come back.

Had a great experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the portions were generous. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Great service and great food--I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal and a good time! It was the best place in the area to watch fifa games we had a great time taking shot skis.

Look how loaded this is!
Marina G.

I've been on a quest to find good mole. I've tried almost every Mexican restaurant in the San Fernando Valley and everyone was mediocre at best. Then I found Encanto Mestizo. This place knows what they are doing! I ordered their chicken mole enchiladas and I'm now obsessed. They do something most places don't, the chicken inside the enchiladas is seasoned! No plain, unseasoned chicken meat. Then they smother them in their rich, thick, delicious mole sauce. I mean the flavor of the sauce is incredible. There's a tiny kick to the sauce, not too spicy, just enough to make them perfect. Oh, and there's tons of chicken in each enchilada. Very generous portion. I'm so happy to have found this gem, I can't wait to try other dishes. For now, I'm thrilled with their chicken mole enchiladas. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed. Oh and the customer service is amazing. Jessica is the best!

Branzino Fish
John E.

Encanto Mestizo is a new place in Sylmar with some great menu offerings. Inside looked like a mix between a late night lounge and daytime sports bar. Lots of TVs for when a game is on and dark low lighting for a more relaxed dinner. The branzino plate was very good and seasoned nicely. The chili relleno was good too. Served with arugula on top and a mild sauce. I prefer a little more heat on my sauce but it was delicious. We also split a Caesar salad which was a good size. They were still pending their liquor license but it looked like they have a bar built out when that happens. Service was ok. Our waitress was friendly and nice but our appetizer did not come out and our main entree was served first. Then she asked if we wanted it but we canceled it since it was the appetizer. They could offer more beverages selections too in my opinion. I think they are off to a good start and after some improvements this could be a great local spot.

La Minimi S.

Food was graeat had a dinner with my husband and we love it food its fresh i recommend mango abanero aguachiles and mole its sooo good 100% recomend drink are sooooo good wanna have a drink come here

Chile relleno with rice and beans

Came for dinner, first time. We couldn't tell if it was sushi or Mexican food, and then we realized it was both. It was a little confusing. I ordered a chile relleno plate, which is kind of my go-to. My husband ordered the Caldo de Rez. After a few minutes our server returned and said they didn't have any beef soup, so he changed his order to birria ramen. It took forever for our food to arrive, maybe 20 minutes. The soup looked really good and my husband was happy with the flavor. My chile relleno plate look super fancy, although there was watercress on top of the rice, which was weird. One bite of the chile relleno and I had to spit it out. It tasted like industrial chemicals, mixed with a metallic taste. It tasted toxic. I asked for something different and they offered me cheese enchiladas instead. It took about 20 minutes to get my corrected order. The enchiladas were ok, but the enchilada sauce didn't taste like regular enchilada sauce, more like a tomato sauce, but it was pleasant. The rice and beans were nice, although the rice was garnished with watercress which was different. After we finished eating we asked for our check which took another 15 minutes to receive. It was not a pleasant dining experience. I don't recommend eating there.

Pork belly
Angel A.

New spot in Sylmar, definitely worth checking out. Food was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful! Will be coming back, they have a nice bar area as well. Definitely catching a dodger game here soon.

Yvette K.

Today I visited this restaurant, and on Mondays they offer 50% off everything. It was definitely worth it. The décor was really nice, the service was great, and the food was excellent. I would absolutely go back again. It's a little hidden gem, and I wish Sylmar had more places like this. My suggestion would be to incorporate a salsa afternoon on a Sunday and add Caribbean-inspired sushi to the menu. If you need help, I can help you! I am of Puerto Rican decent and a great cook.

I really love their service and their food. It's always a good vibe I'm always coming here lol I still have couple more plates to try

Oysters
Grace U.

Food was delicious. I ordered the chicken mole. I must say very impressed. We ordered margaritas also very good. As appetizers, we ordered the oysters. Definitely give this place a ten out of ten. Food, drinks and ambiance are great.

Aguachile roll

See all

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 2

21 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

15 hours ago

Food improvement is required immediately. Ambiance is good. Service requires attention. Possibilities

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Liz C.
161
8
3

4 days ago

This is our first visit, and we're completely captivated! The food and drinks are exceptional. We can't recommend this place enough.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mr B.
51
4
1

10 days ago

Has gone downhill since they open definitely won't be returning back anymore service was very bad

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Marina G.
10
51
30

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

24 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of John E.
279
508
3216

1 year ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Yvette K.
13
24
16

8 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Rosa R.
0
30
57

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 2

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Gokor O.
120
37
9

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Great sushi and a lot of good Mexican food options. The margaritas are bomb! They have a good happy hour during the week too

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Good service. Good selection. Good food. Spacious. Has a bar and screens. Sound system is loud.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1

11 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 1

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of John S.
1
16
12

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 3

Encanto Mestizo Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - Encanto Mestizo

You might also consider

Ceviches

Ceviches

4.4
(203 reviews)
1.6 mi
$$

I can't believe I've lived in Sylmar for almost 6 years and somehow never noticed this little gem!…read more From the moment you walk in, it feels like you've escaped to a little beach town in Mexico. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and exactly where you want to be on a hot summer day. The seafood was incredibly fresh and refreshing. I ordered the campechana kora, and my husband had the Aguachiles, both were absolutely delicious and perfect for the heat. What really made the experience special was the staff. They were so kind, patient, and welcoming. My husband has been practicing his Spanish, and instead of making him feel self-conscious, they were incredibly encouraging and sweet with him. It made the whole meal feel even more authentic and enjoyable. Great food, wonderful service, and an atmosphere that makes you forget you're just minutes from home. I can't believe it took me this long to find Ceviches, but it definitely won't be six years before my next visit!

I know I've been here a while ago for fish and shrimp tacos and maybe an aguachile tostada and was…read moreaight. Not horrible but not not great. I wanted to get something light and try it out again but get something different while supporting local businesses. Ceviche tostada Marlin - I was really impressed with the flavor, texture and definitely different style of ceviche I've had. This was a hot ceviche almost stew like but it was really good. It's in a tomato and onion and maybe a light or less picante sauce. Really good. Aguachile tostada - Aguachile is my absolute favorite. If memory serves me right I believe last time it was heavy on the cilantro within the jugo or broth its in. This time was perfect. Great heat level. Good amount of onion and pepino. Portion for the price was excellent. Definitely going to have to keep coming here just for this. Pepino con limon agua - Light, not too sweet very refreshing. Got all this to go all for around $22. Great price point. Ceviches I will be back. Oh and the server who took the order was friendly. Inside is very tropical decor and clean.

Photos
Outside patio
Outside patio
Estrella sampler
Estrella sampler
Campechana Kora

See all

Campechana Kora
La Corona Tortilleria

La Corona Tortilleria

4.3
(56 reviews)
1.9 mi
$

I have been coming here since I was a little girl with my grandpa and my mom , and I love that it's…read morestill the same, food is delicious, masa is always perfect for tortillas or tamales whatever you need, service is always welcoming, Octavio is such a sweet man and so attentive and kind . The place is so nostalgic , not a lot has changed , especially the deeelish food

This place came up on my feed or list of recommendations. Looked interesting since I've lived in…read moreSan Fernando all my life and havent heard of this spot. So I checked it out. Small place and only serving a very select few menu items during the week. Weekends is when there are more options / full menu. I got 2 pork tamales, 1 chicharron taco and 1 carnitas taco con todo. The carnitas by themself are decently cooked. The taco is served in a handmade tortilla that is super thick and dense. Im a fan of these style tortillas being a little more softer than this was. The taste of the masa is on point and great. The salsa that they equip in the taco is hot. Like almost habanero hot. Its almost unpleasant / inedible. The chicharron is just the skin and its smashed up into the salsa and pico de gallo that come with the tacos. Not much going on here and nothing great. Pork tamale was average. The size is on the smaller side or almost average. Carne to masa ratio is good. Masa taste is great. The meat and sauce is umami and deep but still your average flavors for red pork tamales.

Photos
A sign that says No Tortillas No Tacos. What a joke.
A sign that says No Tortillas No Tacos. What a joke.
Carnitas
Carnitas
Updated prices

See all

Updated prices

Encanto Mestizo - mexican - Updated July 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...