Lives up to the hype. Worth the wait and worth every penny. Everything was delicious, well season. Ceviche and aguachile were full of flavor yet still light. The octopus was cooked to perfection, not chewy. The accompanying hot sauces provide a spicy and fruity accompaniment to the tacos. Our favorite bite of food was either the shrimp and scallop aguachile or one of the various tacos. Fun food hall environment with options to get food at other establishments as well. read more

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Finally tried Holbox and it lived up to the hype! Went a few months ago but we ran out of time and didn't get to try. The seafood was insanely fresh and honestly there wasn't a single thing I didn't enjoy! We got the ceviche de kanpachi, ceviche mixto, tuna tartare tostada, tostado de lenguado, shrimp aguachile, and the scallop aguachile which was my fav! There's parking in the back when you pull in. Just know there's usually a wait. We waited about 45 minutes, then ordered, got a number, and wandered around to find a table. It's a little hectic but totally worth! There's indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outdoors and saw many cute dogs. read more

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The line goes a lot faster than you would think!! When we got there it was a Saturday around 5pm. We got some spring rolls from the Thai place as an appetizer lol and stayed in line maybe 20 min? Line wrapped around the outside area to the side of the building. Pretty quick considering how many people were there. For food: everything was really good! I kinda wish we ordered more of the different tacos instead of so much raw stuff (we got 2 ceviches + 2 tostadas). The raw items tasted pretty similar to each other. Whereas the fish taco was a lot cheaper ($8) but was still bomb and had a different taste. Everything was good! Just wish we ordered more variety lol anyways definitely recommend stopping by read more

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A nice fancy Michelin entry hosted in a food hall of all things. They typically have the longest line in the hall. You order at a counter where you are given a number and the waiters find you when the food's done. Only real concern is finding a table in time before that. The hall's chaotic but they are pretty good at wiping the tables. Definitely sample the sauces before you commit. Their menu leans more towards seafood. Had the octopus tacos and ceviche which had nice presentation and a fresh distinct unami taste. Menu's on the pricey side since its made to order seafood but it's a nice treat. Note: There's plenty of street parking if you want to splurge for the extras and not pay for parking. read more

Holbox - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We waited in line outside for about 45 minutes before entering, but the process was well-organized, and there was a staff member managing the line to keep things running smoothly. As for the food--no complaints at all! Everything was fresh and delicious. It's easy to see why this place is so popular. The setup is like a food court, so it can get busy, but everything was well-maintained and orderly. Parking can be a bit challenging, so plan accordingly. read more

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You seriously have no idea how much I have been wanting to come here since they opened up lol. Holbox is located near USC in a Mercado kind of thing. Parking is a little tough inside but there's also street parking. Once we parked we noticed a long line for Holbox. Surprisingly though it actually went by quick! As you're waiting in line, they offer you a menu so you kind of know what to get by the time you order lol. As I prepared my order, the cashier did ask me if I had any allergies. I told her I'm sensitive to crab and lobster. She mentioned that they do grill the lobster on the same grill. No worries! I ended up getting 2 tacos just for my first time! (Def will not be the last). I got 1 smoked kanpachi taco. Omg. The flavors were sooo deep. I loved that there was a spice around the plate. There was a salsa on top along with a slice of avocado I also got the taco de pescado al Carbon. Amazing fish. The Mercado itself is large! So finding a spot wasn't too hard. I can't wait to go back and try their ceviche. read more

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I've never been a patience person so I don't ever want to wait more than 20 minutes inline for foods. However, that day was the first. It's very nice that they offered umbrella while you waited so you're not standing in the hot sun. The people were nice and hospitable. The foods we ordered were tasty and fresh. Scallops taco 4/10 Fish taco 8/10 Octopus taco 8/10 whole branzino 10/10 Spotted prawns and scallops aquachile 10/10. This restaurant located in an eatery with many other restaurants so we'd love to come back and try other foods besides Holbox excellent fresh seafood. read more

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The seafood was very fresh and the wait after ordering your food is not too bad! What I shared: - Ceviche de Atun - Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni - Baja Fish Taco - Taco de Pulpo The fish was so fresh and tasted so good. Out of the 4 I tried, my favorite was the Tostada with Kanpachi and Uni. Lots of textures and flavors going on from the salsa, fish, and tostada. Everything looked and sounded really good on the menu, I would come back to try more! read more

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Fresh seafood, good technique, fast service, casual ambiance. It's worth the wait and the line was not too long for a Friday at 6pm. read more

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This was our 4th time eating at HolBox, and unfortunately we left a bit disappointed this time. The uni was very small, dark yellow in color with visible blood veins, and didn't taste as fresh as before. It also came in tiny broken pieces instead of full pieces, even though the price remained the same. That said, the tacos were still great. We ordered the octopus, shrimp, and fish tacos, and they definitely didn't disappoint. read more

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Amazing quality super fresh seafood! I came on a Tuesday night at 6:30 pm and the line was pretty short we waited maybe 10min until ordering. Honestly you can't go wrong because everything was good but my personal favorites were the tostadas and the ceviche is definitely a bang for your buck. My friends love the aguachile but personally it was a little too limey for my taste. The nice thing is you wait in line to order at the register but are able to order more at the table if you didn't get enough the first time so you don't have to wait in line again. Amazing service and cute vibes! read more

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Absolutely delicious! So glad my husband and I got to try this place after talking about it for so long. The best part, didn't have to wait super long in line to order. We got here about 815pm on Friday night, paid for parking and got in line and waited about 25min to reach the front to order. It's in a food hall so there are plenty of seating. My top 3 standouts were the scallop aguachile, blue fin tuna tostada and the octopus taco. The scallop aguachile was SO good! It was fresh and was swimming in a delicious lemony sauce! The blue fin tuna tostada was so fresh and flavorful and last but not least the octopus taco was my favorite of the four tacos we got. Loved the char on it. If you are looking for fresh seafood but don't want to break the bank, check Holbox out! read more

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Heavenly, everything is delicious and absolutely divine! Service is top notch, even as you're waiting outside in line. I've been twice and both times have been about 35-40 minute waits, which feels like it passes by quickly. Holbox is located in a food hall that has a free parking lot outside and home to many other delicious food spots. My favorite is by far the ceviche and aguachiles. Tostadas are delicious as well, feels like the ceviche but with bigger cuts of dish, so yum. Octopus is def new and different, good flavor and tender. Highly recommend coming to try! 10/10 food quality read more

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Holbox absolutely lives up to the hype. For a multiple Michelin starred spot, it's surprisingly casual and very reasonably priced. We went on a Friday around 3:30pm and there was a line, but it moved quickly. It's an order-at-the-counter, grab-a-seat setup inside a busy food court with plenty of seating, and the food came out fast. We tried the Baja fish taco, shrimp taco, kanpachi taco and tostada. Everything tasted incredibly fresh which is the kind of seafood that doesn't need much to shine. The Baja fish taco was perfectly crispy, and the kanpachi taco was a standout with a kick to it. The sparkling lemonade was also super refreshing and clearly made fresh. Quick service, great food, and with an atmosphere. Definitely worth the stop! read more

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One of my new LA favsss I'm so thankful my friend took me here - I've now taken multiple people to eat at Holbox and every person has absolutely loved it!! The wait time is always around 30 minutes on the weekend. I recommend getting there 15+ mins before it opens to get seated quickly once the restaurant opens. The parking costs $, but you can adjust the time on your phone to not overpay. There's also pretty limited parking (you technically can't park in the DMV lot). it's in a busy but large food court with a lot of other delicious restaurants. i like getting a drink from one of them while i wait in line :D The price is soo worth it. All of the seafood is insanely fresh. If u get lucky and get a seat at the bar, you can watch them prep everything! The best bang for your bucks are the fried fish and fried shrimp tacos -- they are ~$5 each with a very reasonable portion. the combo of the fried seafood & cabbage & sauce is amazing. I absolutely love the pulpo a las brasas (octopus) and scallop aguachile. i LOVE the rice and beans lol! any of the ceviches or tostadas are also great, but my favorite is definitely the blue fin tuna. the churros con chocolate are also deliciousss! although the smoked kanpachi taco is a key dish, i've tried it a few times and thought it was okay. i also thought the sopa (soup), shrimp aguachile, and the shrimp cocktail were also okay. the service is very quick. they have self serve water, to go boxes, and salsas / sauces. warning they are very spicy lol! read more

Holbox - I have so many photos here but I'm low on storage so here's a screenshot of my Google photos LOL - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My friend and I came on Tuesday afternoon and there was no wait! Super clean areas with plenty of tables to the side. We ordered a ceviche mixto, smoked kanpachi tostada, and a pulpo a las brasas. The ceviche and tostada were so fresh - I loved the balance in flavors and acidity. The tostada chip was perfectly crunchy and not stale like the ones you get at the supermarket. The octopus was one of the best cooked octopus I've ever had with a delicious sauce! We had some hot sauces on the side but they were pretty spicy. (Drinks were from a shop to the right but highly recommended - soursop and passion fruit) This place isn't super affordable - but you get high quality items cooked to PERFECTION. Would def highly recommend for a nicer sit down meal with some friends! Will definitely be back to try more items :) read more

Holbox - Mixed Ceviche Mixto - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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So good but also so reasonably priced! I enjoyed every dish. Parking: Parking can be a bit difficult as with most places in LA. They have a small lot right out front, and if not there is street parking nearby. The restaurant is located inside of a food court. It's usually the only restaurant with a line that goes out the door. I would go inside, and talk to the cashier first just to make sure you're waiting in the correct line. Food The seafood tasted so fresh. Great amount of citrus on all of them. And their homemade salsa really set it off. - Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni 5/5 - Scallop Aguachile 5/5 - Ceviche de Atun 5/5 - Oysters 4/5 - Baja Fish Taco 4/5 - Uni and Scallops in a Shell 5/5 - Octopus Tacos 4.5/5 There were so many other dishes I wanted to try but just didn't have enough room. Safe to say, I'll be back. read more

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Yummy Mexican Seafood Counter restaurant located in a food hall. We got there about 30 minutes before they opened on Saturday for lunch and there was already a wait. Once they open, the line moves at a reasonable pace. Ordered: 1. octopus taco - would reorder. 2. kanpachi taco - would reorder. 3. kanpachi tostada uni 4. blue fin ceviche - between the two ceviches, I preferred this one, but I usually always prefer tuna over yellowtail in most situations. 5. yellowtail ceviche 6. scallop aguachile - would reorder. 7. lemonade The Ceviche and Tostada are basically the same thing, but the Tostada is basically a mini version of the ceviche. For 2 people, I recommend only getting 1 ceviche. Definitely interested in trying more of the hot items in the future. Parking here was also a bit limited. read more

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so good, but the thought of standing in line and trying to get away from work during the week kept me from trying holbox for years. i certainly wasn't going to wait in line during peak dinner or weekend hours. never mind i usually like to enjoy meals with a drink, but the stars aligned, and i got to try this great food hall michelin 1 star restaurant. its reputation is well deserved. went on a gloomy tuesday afternoon. found parking relatively easy and was delighted there was maybe one person waiting in line in front of us who was still looking at the menu. discussed how much food 2 people would need with the staff, and the must trys and voila, our orders were in and we grabbed a seat at the counter. food came out promptly and quickly from the kitchen where we needed to clear plates for space. the pulpo taco was delicious, octopus cooked perfectly and was meaty. had to try the live uni and scallops. the spikes were still moving and the dish was paired with some table crackers. very fresh. also had the smoked kanpachi taco, which was interesting with the smoky flavor and a little cheesy. tuna tostada was fresh and had almost an otoro texture and flavor. aguachile was decent as well, but nothing mindblowing. it was nice they fried the prawn heads too. i think my favorite dishes were pulpo taco and the ceviche mixto, so fresh and almost sashimi grade. tasted no fishiness at all. the tostadas were delicious here having a fresh crisp and almost corn flake like cereal taste which I loved. Tortillas and masa were very high quality as well. holbox was so reasonably priced, i was pleasantly surprised. but i'm sure not having drinks helped that. i guess it also pays to be sober. can't wait to come a on a lazy weekday again to try. A+ read more

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Finally tried this spot with my friends this past weekend. We got there around 4pm and the line wasn't too bad, maybe 30 min. It moved quickly & they hand out menus to the line so everyone knows what they're ordering by the time they reach the counter. It's very impressive how many people they service in a day. Ambiance is not bad for being in a food hall/market. It has a nice community feel. The quality and freshness of the seafood was outstanding. The plating is really nice too. The presentation isn't pretentious, but the ingredients look vibrant and beautiful. The Uni, Uni + kanpachi tostada, scallops aguachile, spiney lobster, fish tacos & the ceviche mixto were divine! I'd definitely come here if I'm in the downtown area again. All this food was around $300 for 3 people, which is super affordable for a Michelin restaurant. read more

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I loved it! I got the octopus and scallop tacos. The seafood were perfectly cooked- not dry or overdone. The texture was perfect . I was afraid it would be hard to eat an entire octopus leg in a taco without a fork and a knife . But the octopus was so tender you can easily bite into it. For dessert I got the churros dipped in chocolate. The churros were fresh and delicious! It definitely lived up to its one Michelin star reputation. The ambience was casual. This is a food stall in a Mexican food market. You get in line and you order and pay -they will give you a number and they'll bring the food out to your table with your number on it. You find a table on your own. I will be back for more ! read more

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This is my absolute favorite place in LA to eat, and it is what sparked my sudden love of seafood! It has a Michelin star but it is the most accessible restaurant that offers fine dining while being in a casual environment. I love it, because you can go get a snack and spend less than $20 on a drink and 2 tacos, or you can go all out and buy a lobster (which we did once and it was delicious). The fish comes fresh daily, and you can really tell in the quality of the food. I personally love the fried fish tacos and scallop aguachile! The lemonade is also delicious and huge for the price ($5) so it's great to share. The workers are also very friendly and happy to answer questions. Finally, the food comes out relatively fast. read more

Holbox - Ceviche Mixto - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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A Michelin star for a seafood stall that serves some of the best seafood in LA. It's a longer menu, but there is nothing not amazing on it. Ceviche Mixto makes a great starter, best when washed down by sips of Sparkling Lemonade. Crunchy tostadas are a great contrast to the meaty Kanpachi & Uni, and the Smoked Kanpachi is exceptional. The Aguachile with scallops is awesome, and I want to try the shrimp next time. The Smoked Kanpachi Taco has so many amazing flavors, and the Scallop Taco, though milder, is also lovely. Have you ever seen a Pulpo so pretty? The grilled octopus is the best octopus I've ever had, and that nutty sauce is next-level. Some of LA's best seafood lives here. Get there early and get in line! read more

Came here for lunch today and it was delicious! There's a tiny parking lot in front which is diabolically packed so I recommend looking for street parking elsewhere. We got in line around 12 and were seated very quickly after deliberating what we wanted to order in line. We got to sit at the restaurant's bar counter and it was great! We ordered the ceviche mixto, Baja fish taco, chips & guac, and soft shell crab. I wasn't a huge fan of the soft shell crab but the ceviche mixto was DELICIOUS! I highly recommend. read more

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Yes the line goes outside but gawd dayum that's elevated seafood! Absolutely delicious, I enjoyed everything I ordered but the scallops aguachile was absolutely divine. If you eat outside at a certain hour it can be very gorgeous in that fancy looking patio in the middle of parking, eating inside is a bit crammed. From $7 filling tacos to $55 lobster meals. They got something for all budgets! Amazing! If I have to find a flaw, parking in this area during work hours is an absolute pain, everything including street is full. I had to park a distance and walk over because the lot was too full. There is a short period of time after 5pm things clear up momentary because people leaving work and school. If this place was closer to where I lived, id probably come here once a week. It's delicious. Props to owner for quality and actually making prices reasonable for the working person. It's rare to find places to bring this level of quality without the disgusting nobu like prices. read more

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There was about a 10-minute wait, which honestly wasn't bad at all--especially since they don't take reservations. The line moves quickly and it's absolutely worth it. We ordered the tacos - scallops, Baja shrimp and octopus l. Along with seafood soup and the branzino. Everything was amazing, but the Baja shrimp tacos truly stole the show -- incredibly flavorful, perfectly balanced, and completely worth the hype. The octopus tacos were tender and well-seasoned, and the branzino was fresh and beautifully prepared. The seafood soup was rich and comforting, packed with flavor. If you're wondering whether it's worth the wait - it absolutely is! I'd definitely come back. read more

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Fresh, melt-in-your-mouth seafood that absolutely lives up to the hype. Located within a food hall setting, the line for Holbox was long as expected. Menus were thoughtfully distributed while we waited, so we were fully prepared to order by the time we reached the counter. The Scallop Aguachile, featuring Baja bay scallops in a lime-serrano-cilantro marinade with avocado, was impeccably fresh -- buttery, bright, and delicious. The Ceviche Mixto was another excellent choice, showcasing wild Mexican shrimp, Yucatán octopus, and lenguado that married beautifully in both texture and flavor. We also tried the Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni, a premium Baja kanpachi ceviche. While my boys were not fans of the uni, I personally enjoyed its rich, briny depth. The Tuna Tartare Tostada -- Baja bluefin dressed in Sinaloa-style salsa negra with pickled vegetables delivered a lovely balance of umami and acidity. A standout was the Taco de Pulpo; the calamari ink sauce was the star, adding dramatic depth and savoriness. Equally memorable, the Scallop Taco Pan featured a perfectly seared Hokkaido diver scallop with chile x'catic sauce, caramelized onions, tomato, and marinated fennel -- a combination that quite literally danced on the palate. The Pescado a las Brasas, a whole grilled branzino served with cilantro rice, black beans, avocado, pico de gallo, and handmade tortillas, was deeply satisfying. Yes, it was bony -- but not prohibitively so -- and absolutely worth the effort. Overall, a very pleasant experience. The ceviche and tostada share a similar base of tomato, onion, and lime, which creates a cohesive flavor profile throughout the menu. Even so, Holbox is undeniably worth the buzz -- and I mos def recommend it!!! read more

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I finally ventured to this spot after hearing about it from all my friends. This restaurant is located in a food court. I waited nearly 2 hours to get in, but the wait is worth it. There is plenty of seating in the food court, with many tables you can grab for yourself or share with others. The tacos and ceviche were some of the best I've ever had. I will definitely be back. read more

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The most delicious food you will ever have. If you're in LA you need to check them out. We got lucky and got there right before they opened and were the first in line hehe. My sister is a genius for this idea. Holbox is located inside a food hall. Very casual and chill vibe. They earned a Michelin guide star in 2024 and 2025. They're also number 2 in LA right now. Well deserved!!! We were obsessed with everything we got. Everything was a 10/10. So fresh, and delicious. Here is what we got - Shrimp and Fish Tacos - Scallop Aguachile - Smoked Kanpachi Tostada - Ceviche Mixto Amazing, delicious, scrumptious. I am dying to go back already. read more

Holbox - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One place I can confidently tell people is worth waiting in line for -- even in the sun. This is not a restaurant you come for vibes or attentive table service; it is more like a food court. And chances are, you'll have to drive around to find parking and then wait in line to place an order. But the food is definitely worth the journey! My party ended up ordering too much but we absolutely loved everything. Even the deep-fried, battered seafood tasted extremely fresh. The churros are surprisingly good too. read more

Holbox - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Top...stars...chef's kiss! SO fresh, the shrimp is still kicking when they take it to the kitchen. I know because one of those little buggers splashed me as I waited patiently for my takeout order. Who ever said Michelin star meals can't be accessible, tasty, affordable, delicious for every single day? I have, but Holbox changed my mind. If I could give this place 10 stars...had to do it. Everything was so much better than I expected. My husband and I snuck away for a mid day Valentine's meal before the kids got out of school. I didn't expect the line to be around the block, and it was! The good news, it only took 20 mins to get our takeout order. The deal: Holbox (Holbosh) is located in a food hall with several other restaurant options. One of which is Chichen Itza (same owner as Holbox ). So go there if the wait is too long! They do not do reservations. Fast casual only, but they DO have a seated dining area and if lucky, they have a bar area too that is first come, first served, like the seated dining area. I would love to dive into every dish I got, but it would not do the experience justice in this case. Instead, I'll follow with a list of items I got and whether or not I will order again next time...and oh yes...there will be a next time ;) Tostada de Atun: bluefin tuna - Reorder (ceviche portion next time) Smoked Kanpachi Taco - skip next time (still good, not mind blown) Baja fish taco - Reorder...again and again and again best fish taco I may have ever had... Taco de Pulpo: Octopus taco - Skip (still good, just a bit charred at the skinny tail, made it dry) Soap De Mariscos - Reorder, warning a wee-bit spicy (less heat than a jalapeño) Blood Orange Cranberry Cheesecake - Skip, too light for me. Guac - Reorder, again and again and again Side of Rice and Beans - Reorder Side of fresh salsa - Reorder read more

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Park in the adjacent DMV lot for free on Sundays and bring your sunscreen while you wait in line. It's the one that wraps around the side of the building in the parking lot. After about a 90 minute wait (and some provisions from Komal, also in the food court) we dined in the shaded outdoor section. Staff was friendly and efficient, handing out waters to people waiting in line, and ensuring that people were not standing in the wrong line. SMOKED KANPACHI TACO: 3/5 for me, but 5/5 for other people in my party. I was told it was their best selling taco, so I got two of them, but didn't end up finishing mine. SCALLOP TACO: 3/5, scallop was mushy and overall flavor was lacking OCTOPUS TACO, BAJA SHRIMP TACO: 4/5 BAJA FISH TACO: 5/5. I remember wishing all of my tacos were this one. TOSTADAS and SOPA DE MARISCOS: 4/5 UNI: 4/5, half sweet, half bitter, very fresh, served with fresh scallops SHRIMP AGUACHILE: 4/5, extremely tart and refreshing SPARKLING LEMONADE: 4/5, not too sweet read more

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We got the sea urchins, octopus, sea bass, scallop tacos, and one spicy tostada with scallops and shrimp from Holbox! The tostada was spicy but so crunchy, the three tacos had a delicious crunch too because they were cooked to grilled perfection. The addition of their curated sauces paired well with the grape tomatoes also slightly toasty to the bite :) My favorite was the sea urchins. The sauce and the avocado sauce paired light and delicious with the lime zest & coolness of the ice base. The service was fast once your order is in! You could tell their kitchen was in excellent cleanliness and orderly. The clean pots and servicemen had gloves and the fridges were decorated with fresh fish as well :) Loved it! Great spot to grub, dine, and dash in LA. Craving my return! read more

Holbox - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Arrived around 3pm on a Friday and found parking pretty easily. Waited in line for about 15 minutes which started outside. The raw dishes we ordered were Kanpachi + Uni tostada, Bluefin tostada, and Scallop Ceviche. The cooked dishes were all tacos: Octopus, Scallop, Baja Fish, and Smoked Kanpachi My gf and I thought the raw dishes were a 5/5 while the tacos were 2/5. Some thoughts were the quality of Uni, bluefin, and raw scallop was top notch. However, the crispy Baja fish wasn't anything special and we weren't fans of the cooked scallop. Overall, we'll definitely be back for the raw seafood. It's a must try! read more

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I want to start off by saying that most of the dishes we ordered were good or great except for the entree, which ended up impacting our experience more so than we expected. The Camarones al Mojo, particularly the shrimp, was not fresh. To be specific, the shrimp tasted mealy/mushy, which could only mean that it was probably improperly thawed or previously frozen. Everything else on the platter was tasty, but the quality of the main ingredient was so bad that it ruined the experience, especially since it was the last dish presented to us. Would I return? Eh, I would probably try one of the other food stalls within the complex or just reorder the items I really enjoyed. Also, service is pretty much nonexistent (although courteous when given) since they are really busy where we had to flag down a server to pay for our meal. Below are ratings for everything else we ordered. - Ceviche de Atun: 5/5; large portion for sharing and very tasty, especially with the side of tostadad and avocado slices. - Sea Urchin: 3/5; I realized I'm not a big fan of any other species of sea urchin except for the ones from Santa Barbara or Hokkaido. - Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni: 5/5; very good especially topped with that creamy Santa Barbara uni. - Oysters: 4/5; we got half a dozen of the smallest and crispiest oysters they offered and it was good but Kumamotos are better imo. - Smoked Kanpachi Taco: 5/5; one of the best things we ate there. Great masa and flavor combination! - Taco de Pulpo en su Tinta: 5/5; another winner and the squid ink wasn't too strong. - Camarones al Mojo; 1/5; shrimp texture was mealy/mushy tasting. Everything else on the platter tasted good. read more

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It took me four months to finally secure a seat at Holbox's coveted 8-course tasting menu, which is offered only on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Given the restaurant's numerous accolades--from Michelin recognition to appearances on The 50 Best Restaurants in North America, the James Beard Awards nominee (Chef), and the LA Times 101 Best Restaurants. The place is perpetually busy all the time. There are three ways to experience Holbox: 1. First come, first served at the tables 2. First come, first served at the bar 3. Booking the 8-course tasting menu via Resy one month in advance Chef Cetina is self-taught (or perhaps better described as father-taught) and comes across as exceptionally humble and warm. As part of the tasting menu, he personally greets each guest and introduces every course, it's definitely a genuine and personal touch to the experience. Unlike most Michelin-recognized restaurants, Holbox is located within a historic food hall. The constant background chatter created a lively but noisy atmosphere, which proved to be a drawback for a celebratory occasion, as it was occasionally difficult to hear one another. My favorite dishes were the Tostada de Atún and the Raspada de Pate con Camarón. Both featured a crisp, deeply flavorful base topped with two contrasting seafood textures that highlighted natural sweetness and tenderness. The accompanying emulsions tied everything together beautifully, adding remarkable depth and complexity to each bite. read more

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My partner and I came on a sunday for lunch around 1pm and the line was wrapped well into the parking lot. Even though it was long, it had a steady, but slow, pace which kept us hopeful. So disclaimer, in total, we probably waited about 1-1.5hrs from queue to ordering/eating. Once we got closer to the front, my partner scouted out for some tables and reserved one pretty quickly since we were only a party of two. But keep that in mind if you're coming with a larger group since seating is on a first come, first serve basis. I loved how the menu offered lots of smaller bite options that could easily be shared and allowed us to try more dishes. We started with the tuna tartare tostada, ceviche mixto, and scallop aguachile. The tostada was my personal favorite of the three, but the others were still good but had a bit too much lemon juice in my opinion. For the tacos, we had the baja fish taco, octopus taco, scallop taco, and smoked kanpachi taco. All four were so good -- but the easy standouts were the baja fish taco and smoked kanpachi taco. Their flavors blew me away, and made the wait somewhat worth it. Overall, I'm happy we tried Holbox once, but I don't think I'd wait over an hour again. Definitely worth trying once, and I'd eat here again if the wait wasn't as long. But the wait, combined with chaotic seating, it's not high on my list to return any time soon. read more

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Food was packed with flavor , savory with bright lime notes and just the right kick from their amazing habanero salsa. The fish was incredibly fresh and literally melted in your mouth. Even with the 1.5-hour wait, the line moved steadily and service was quick once we ordered. The staff were polite and efficient, and our food came out faster than expected. Ambiance-wise, this is a great spot to bring friends or kids they're set up to accommodate large groups. Seating is first-come, first-served, which is super convenient since they give you a number and bring your food to wherever you're sitting . read more

Holbox - Tostada Atun and Halibut Ceviche - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you love seafood then you need to come here. They are on the Michelin guide for a reason! Fresh seafood without breaking the bank! read more

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Okaaaay Holbox... you understood the assignment We ordered a mix of tacos and while the fish tacos were solid (crispy, fresh, perfectly fried with that creamy drizzle sauce and bright cabbage crunch), the real star of the show was the squid ink pulpo tacos. That grilled octopus? Smoky, tender, slightly charred on the edges but still buttery inside. The squid ink tortilla makes it even more dramatic and flavorful. It's sitting on this rich, savory base (almost briny and ocean-kissed in the best way) topped with fresh tomatoes and herbs. Every bite felt balanced, bright, smoky, slightly sweet, and deeply savory. And the sauce. I don't know what magic is in that orange sauce but it ties everything together. Creamy, a little spicy, just enough kick to elevate the seafood without overpowering it. I kept adding more. Also love that they gift you complimentary chips and salsa. Such a small touch but it sets the tone right away. Fresh, flavorful, and welcoming. If you're deciding between tacos, get both. But if you're only getting one... the pulpo is the move. That's the one I'm still thinking about. read more

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