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    La Abeja Restaurant

    4.4 (450 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Pepper B.

    These maybe the best enchiladas I've ever had. Omg! This little restaurant is a tiny little corner spot that is worth a trip over to Cypress Park anytime. The service was friendly and as quick as they could go. My order got stuck behind a huge to go order so one of the servers came over and said that second Mexican Coke is free cause your order took so long to come out. Problem solved! Thats all it takes. I knew what was happening but the fact that they acknowledged it is a prime example of how you deliver excellent customer service. I cannot say enough about how amazing the enchiladas were. Even the refried beans had flavor! The heat on the enchiladas was perfect. Every bite a perfect bite and the heat built as I finished the dish. This huge plate and two Mexican Cokes came to a whopping total of $18. I want to move into this place!

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    Jose R.

    A throw back to old school eateries where the chef and owner is mingling through out. Food is authentic, takes a little time but it's made to order. I had the green enchiladas with the red burrito- it was more than enough and the quality was home/y, authentic making you peruse the menu planning your next visit. It is divey but it's cool in a kitschy way.

    Machaca De Res

    The best rice and beans in NELA and probably in all of Los Angeles. I've been coming here since I was born (I'm 43) and my mom and grandparents have been coming for even longer. My faves are the machaca plate and huevos rancheros. It's not a fancy place and the wait time can be a little long, but if you're looking for a true community, family owned restaurant in Cypress Park with DELICIOUS Mexican food, this is it. Thanks Roy and staff for all your hard work over the years. We love La Abeja!!!

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    Ray M.

    Incredible authentic Mexican food that I've been going to since I was 8 years old.. service is incredible and atmosphere is perfect

    Jesse P.

    The Machaca is my favorite. I also love the pork Adobada and steak Picado! Their staff are all awesome and welcoming. The owner Roy is always upfront to greet us when we come in every Sunday.

    beef hardshell tacos with beans and potatoes

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    The enchiladas verdes are off the hook! Best I've ever had. Service was amazing, super friendly.

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    5 months ago

    Really authentic restaurant. Its pretty yummy but my family owns the restaurant so its so cool

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    The food here is Amazing. I've tried everything through the Decades. Great Service. Never Disappoints. Going today !!

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    My wife and I come here all the time! All of the staff is super friendly. The food is very tasty, but we especially love the great prices!

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    La Abeja is an LA classic. The green sauce is legendary. If you know, you know. If you don't, just go and find out.

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    great food service and ambience . would eat there again in a heartbeat. I had huevos rancheros. Muy rico.

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