While on our LA trip, we decided to head up toward Altadena to visit a friend who had been impacted…read moreby the fires and offer a little emotional support. On the way back, hunger kicked in, so we decided to check out HomeState in Pasadena. Okay, California...not bad. Not bad at all. For a little Tex-Mex dining outside of Texas, I'm gonna say they came pretty damn close! We had the Vaquero Taco, Chicken Taco and Ranch Salad, and the best way I can describe HomeState is this: this is Tex-Mex doing the Twist and Shout rather than "Hey Baby, Qué Pasó?" It has its own California rhythm, but you can definitely hear Texas playing underneath it. And the food was excellent. The Vaquero Taco hit all the right notes...pulled brisket with just the right blend of spices, pickled jalapeños, onions, cilantro and lime, all sitting on a corn tortilla. Smoky, tangy, spicy and fresh without any one ingredient trying to overpower the others. The Chicken Taco was another winner. Pulled chicken seasoned just right, guacamole and fresh cabbage. Simple ingredients, but when they're put together correctly, you don't need to complicate things. But that Ranch Salad... By far one of the best salads I've had at a Tex-Mex eatery. Organic market lettuces, black beans, avocado, Monterey Jack, pickled onions, pico de gallo and crispy tortilla strips. Add Mary's Chicken and you've got one hell of a combination. The citrus vinaigrette is excellent too, but honestly? The salad has so much flavor you almost don't need it. They've also got a decent beer selection, artisan tequila cocktails, lemonades and some great coffee. Me? I settled for a good ol' Modelo. And they served it in a mason jar. Loved that! The place was absolutely packed. Every table seemed filled with families eating, talking and having a great time. I don't think I ever saw the ordering line disappear. HomeState had that constant hum a good neighborhood restaurant should have...the sound of conversation, food hitting tables and people genuinely enjoying themselves. Service was excellent, but what really stayed with me was how everything came together...the decor, the food, the smells, the energy. For a moment, it took me somewhere else. It reminded me of being around my mother's kitchen while she made tortillas by hand, hearing that rolling pin pounding away in cadence with your heartbeat. There are certain smells, sounds and flavors that don't just remind you of home; they take you there. Yeah...that's how HomeState made me feel. California may have put its own twist on Tex-Mex, but this Texan walked out impressed. Can't wait to visit again! Texas Mozzer San Antonio, TX

Great good, great service, will come back to any of HomeState locations…read morePortions are a decent size Short rib tacos - excellent choice Potato tacos - also very good

Tacos Ensenada is actually the original fish taco spot that got me hooked! I started coming here…read morearound 2017 after an old coworker introduced me to it, and we would sometimes go during our breaks. I've been coming ever since, through all the different locations and price changes. I remember when the fish tacos were just 99 cents on Tuesdays, then $1.25, and now they're two for $3.55. You do have to order in pairs, though, so if you want three tacos, you'll have to get four. They've expanded to about 12 locations throughout LA and East LA, which makes it convenient depending on where I'm going. I live in the San Fernando Valley, but whenever I have plans in Pasadena, I'll drive down to the Altadena location since it's right around the corner. I'll run my errands in the area and, of course, make a stop for my favorite tacos! The staff is always nice, especially the woman I usually order from. She lets me practice speaking Spanish with her while I'm still learning, and I really appreciate that. I'll typically get two fish tacos, or four if I'm especially hungry. Overall, Tacos Ensenada is my ultimate favorite fish taco spot in Los Angeles. I've been coming here for years, and even with all the price changes and new locations, the tacos are still worth the trip. If you love fish tacos, I highly recommend giving them a try!

I have came here for taco Tuesday a couple of times to get fish tacos. They have always been yummy…read moreand hit the spot when i do go. I would recommend you try them if you are craving a beer battered fish taco!

They catered a Las Flores Block Party today. The food was great and the crew was so friendly and…read morenice! They are a welcome business in Altadena. Can't wait to try their vegetarian and vegan options!

Tacos 210 makes some of the best queso tacos in the city. The tacos are fantastic glad they are…read moreback open on fair oaks. The service is nice and friendly it's also very fast and efficient. They have a couple tables and seats on the sidewalk. I highly recommend the queso tacos with both the red and green salsa. Highly Recommend: Asada Queso Taco Birria Queso Taco You Can Skip: Al Pastor Taco This is going to my taco spot in the area!

Before you read anything else, they only take cash so be sure to hit an ATM before you come…read more So many things I love about this taco truck! We had gone to the UCLA football game at the Rose Bowl on Saturday night and after all the mayhem was over at 11:30 pm I really wanted some truly good food and not get gouged on price - and I knew that Yelp would help me find just that...and we found Los California Tacos! First of all, this food truck was voted the nations #1 food truck in 2022 by ZenBusiness who evaluates food trucks based on Yelp reviews and voted them #1 out of the top 10 most reviewed food trucks in the US! - So there's that. And then we found out why, first hand. I'm originally from Texas and the rule there is the way to find a great restaurant you for a place that has a lot of cars in the parking lot and a line out the door. And this taco truck is tucked back in the small parking lot of an auto repair shop sonofabitch you're driving too fast you might miss it. But we saw all the cars parked on the street and then the line of people at the truck. My girlfriend was like "I don't wanna wait a half hour to eat" but because of how late it was (they stay open till 2:30 am) we decided to stay and give it a try. It was astonishing how fast they were moving people through that line! From the time we hit that parking lot, we were feasting within 5-7 mins. They only serve 2 things - street tacos ($2.50 each) and we later saw that they also serve nachos (not sure what the price is on nachos - but we'd love to try those next time ). They have a wonderful assortment of meats as you can see from my pic: asada (steak), pastor (BBQ pork), carnitas (fried pork), chicharron (spicy pork), cabeza (beef cheek) & pollo (chicken). We got asada, pastor and pollo tacos and they were VERY good. You can get spicy or mild and they come with onions & cilantro. There are 4 or 5 guys cooking and as soon as you tell them what you want they are handing to you - not kidding, lightning fast, hot & fresh! It is artistic how well-oiled their whole business runs and is VERY impressive!! They don't have actual tables (because that would be inefficient). The auto repair shop has installed a pull-down shelf on the parking lot wall that you walk over to once you have your food and it is very efficient and absolutely perfect for this location. Again, this one our most impressive finds and $14 for 5 tacos and a 5 min wait for what looks to be a 30+ min wait is just unheard of. 5 stars all day long!!

06/07/26 Sunday…read more Quick pit stop at this food truck for dinner. I got tacos (Asada and Cabeza). I got mild salsa and all the toppings. The salsa was too tart for me. Everything else was on point. Our orders came out pretty quick. They offer standing areas to eat with communal sanitizer and napkins. Cash only. Street parking only.

We picked up food to go. I ordered 2 taquitos a la carte-I…read moreenjoyed them, they make them fresh to order. The perfect combination of crunch and amount of chicken. We also ordered guac, salsa, and chips. We were not thrilled with the guac. It's pretty boring and is thin and has a lot of onions-they're sautéed I think not diced raw. It wasn't very busy so we didn't have to wait long, I noticed they updated the booths.

Food is good here. The complimentary chips tasted store bought, but we were happy with our order…read more Great find. Service was fine too. No issues. Good experience. FOOD: Pozole Roja 5/5 Please with it after adding cilantro & lime Breakfast Burrito 5/5 Got it with sausage, ham and hash brown. Delicious and reasonably priced at $8.95 Crispy Taco with Rice & Beans 5/5 Good food. Wish we have good Mexican food in our neighborhood. Definitely want to come back to try more items.

Tacos Dos Pillo in Altadena is one of my favorite spots! I come here at least once a week, and the…read morefood is always fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. This time I ordered an asada burrito, two orders of potato tacos, an order of fish tacos, and a Jarrito; everything was excellent. The asada was flavorful, the potato tacos were perfectly crispy, and the fish tacos were delicious. The chefs here do an amazing job, and you can tell they take pride in the food they make. The quality is always consistent, which is why I keep coming back week after week. Definitely one of my go to taco spots in Altadena. Highly recommend!

Amazing tacos of asada very great in taste, with lemon ingredients on side and red salsa and green…read moreso good Also there torta is very good well recommended good customer service and very polite Clean environment sitting area is nice and colorful and very lighting

This place is a little slice of heaven. Tucked beside a gas station and sitting across from…read morebig-name stores like Ross and Best Buy, it feels like a secret oasis. The moment you walk in, you're welcomed with big smiles and genuine warmth that makes you feel like family. I wandered in on a hot day just looking to wet my whistle, and ended up discovering a true hidden gem. Whether you're hungry or just craving something refreshing to cool your palate, this spot is absolutely worth the stop.

Pro Tip: this restaurant does a pop up at Adam's Pack Station on select Friday nights. Check their…read moreinstagram for dates, but there's nothing better than fresh Mexican food, live music, and beautiful canyon vibes. I ordered an asada burrito (with guacamole) and Aqua Fresca. They absolutely hit the spot and I very much enjoyed the fresh avocado, though it was an expensive extra. My only regret was not ordering the flan, which looked extremely delicious. Next time! The food was prepared fast and the folks were extremely friendly.

Great food, great service, a neighborhood treasure. I hope they stick around for years to come!read more

Great Mexican restaurant , i tried the asada burrito that it was really good, salsa it was good,…read morecustomer service it was great Really clean place, i need to come back and try something different

Lived up to the hype!!…read more + Chicken Mole Poblano Taco ($4.50): unique flavors for me, nutty and chocolatey, sweet. Comes with simple toppings, speaks for itself. Love their handmade corn tortilla ($4.50) + Pescado Taco ($4.95): filled with toppings, love how the cabbage, cream, pico, and white fish all come togather (8/10) + Melon Agua Fresca: a must! Wow spot on cantaloupe taste (9/10)

After having tried several different Guisados, I must say this location did not slap. The tacos…read moreseem to mainly be flavored with more spices than the other locations. This one had too much heat for me . The heat was pretty off-putting. Not sure if I would come again.

It's been years since I stopped by. My coworkers and I used to come here for lunch sometimes…read more I ordered chips and salsa, lengua tacos with no cilantro and Mexican coke. The wait didn't take long. Friendly staffs. Parking in the back. Love the chips here. Fresh and crunch. Lengua is tender and delicious. I paid with cash. Outdoor seatings available.

I've been out of the States for over 3 years. Since I'm in…read moreLA, I had to stop by for some tacos. I missed tacos so much!!