Stopped in on a whim, never heard of La Barca until an hour ago. Glad I came in, server informed me La Barca had been around since '55 and it shows. There's history here, the spot was jam packed with a loud lively crowd. Ordered their seafood enchilada plate, enchilada tasted nice, rice was cooked nice, beans were good. Service was impeccable and friendly. Food came out promptly as well. Also house salsa was very excellent. read more

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Dark uninviting exterior which makes the place look closed but which opens up into a traditional looking cantina. I like the booths and promptly served chips and salsa. The beef tacos were good but not especially distinctive. Back in the back but there is no entrance. Plenty of spaces though. read more

Super bummed! I actually came here because it was an old school Mexican joint. Most of the place looks pretty authentic with some old charm, but I was seated in the far booths and they have 100W light bulbs shining down so it's super bright and not cozy at all. My Enchiladas Suizas were super small. They are very short enchiladas and you only get two so it's maybe four bites and you're done. The sauce is not tangy like most amazing Suizas. And like I said, I love old-school Mexican spots but the preparations here with the cold lettuce on the plate, the tomato sauce-ike salsa... straight out of 1940s. Sometimes recipes need a little bit of updating. No way I'd come back. read more

La Barca Restaurant - Salsa old-fashioned like tomato sauce. Not good. - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great food. Great drinks. Have to pay for music via jukebox which leaves the restaurant feeling empty and awkward when no one decides to cue a song. Music is very quiet as well. read more

Food 8/10 Service 6/10 Ambiance 10/10 We went to celebrate a birthday and it was good because they sang to the birthday girl. The food portions were a good size and very filling. They have a long happy hour with large drinks. Unfortunately They were unable to put the Dodger game on the tv but other games were being televised. Also the service staff forgot a few things. read more

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The food and customer service is top tier! La Barca has been part of my life experiences from celebrating going to college to receiving my doctorate. Today wasn't a celebration, I needed a hearty meal after a surgery. Mil gracias to Alberto and the staff that provided excellent service, and a tasty caldo de res. Just what I needed for my recovery. read more

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A little hidden gem with enchiladas, margaritas, and the nicest staff. Wooden tables, booths, and great staff. Lunch specials and happy hour are such a great deal. Will be back when in the area! read more

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Delicious food with good portions, fast service, casual relaxed vibe. Will be back if in the area.

I ordered the 2 Chicken Enchilada plate and it was delicious! The reason why I'm doing 4 stars instead of 5 is because I had carry out and the way they put the side salad in with the hot food wilted the salad. But the food is still amazing. It had a lot of flavor. I will be ordering from here and recommend this place. read more

The best Mexican food in California hands down. Grew up in New Mexico with fantastic food and this finally hit the mark I search for. Try the relleno and a skinny Cadillac and you're just getting started. read more

I was there 2 weeks ago with my family celebrating my brother's bday and my daughter was given a beverage that had a fly inside. The food was ok. read more

Was near the University Park area looking for a Mexican food restaurant for mothers day. Parking is off a major street, you would miss it if you drove fast. Bumped into this hidden place, LA Barca. Never heard of it but saw some reviews and decided to try with family. The menu is classic, prices range $20 and up. The inside is dim with some colors throughout and has a low ceiling, so the place looks packed. You could not bring a stroller or wheel chair inside to your seat without bumping into other customers. Not the safest space if an emergency occurred we would be falling over each other! Service was polite and to the point, no extras. The food was tasty, I ordered the 3 combo plate with chile releno, taco and enchilada. The rice, beans, salsa and guacamole were lightly seasoned so we added a bit of salt and pepper for taste. My guests ordered chicken enchiladas and said it was good. Drinks were OK. The tequila they used was an interesting well but had minimal impact. The frozen margaritas tasted like a slushie. It's just so small inside and the booths cant fit a group of plus size people! We all looked liked sardines in a can! read more

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Another old friend we had not seen in some time. We had the Pechanga which offers a variety of appetizers of sorts. Flautas, taquitos, quesadilla and wings. The cliche Colorado burrito (wet) and of course chips and salsa. Nothing skipped a beat! Had last visited pre covid. Anyhow, clean as always, wait staff were more than fantastic and the prices did go up, but are still very fair. We recommend this place especially before a USC football game. Or after a good win! read more

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I been going to this restaurant for year. I when two nights ago and they now adding tip to your bill after me leaving a 30 dollar tip I did look closely to the bill till after I got home they charged me 29 dollars for a 190 bill after me leaving a 30 cash tip that not right read more

Food and service was great. But why do we have to pay for background music? I love the idea of a boom box, but the fact that if no one pays for a song you will sit in silence is so bizarre and awkward. When did we start paying for music in resteraunts? Sad what this city is devolving into. read more

this is quite literally the best Mexican food restaurant in LA. It's very home style and I left in a legit food coma because I couldn't stop eating... it had me sleep for 12 hours. Pricing, service, ambiance, everything was literally magic. New go to, this place set the bar. read more

Great food in a dive location. If you drive up and are hesitant, don't be, go inside and you will instantly be at ease. This is an old USC favorite, and there always seems to be police inside eating. The best margaritas! read more

Delicious food in a cute little old-style restaurant. Kid-friendly. Great margaritas. Quick, friendly service, cute decor.

Always, good authentic food at a reasonable price with great old fashion service. The atmosphere is filled Latinos culture and vibe. You forget where you are while you're inside enjoying good food and drinks... read more

I remember when I used to come here as a child. Their hard shell tacos were my favorite. Like no other hard shell tacos. This place has a special place in my heart. It has been around forever. I came here over 40 years ago the first time. The hostess was a little delayed. Once I was sat down I had two servers. Both were super nice and attentive. I had a virgin piña colada. It was delish and a nice size. Of course I had my childhood favorite hard shell chicken and beef tacos. They didn't disappoint. Had a few flashbacks, lol. The place is still fairly dark with large chair/table and booth seating. read more

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1st things my wife ordered a ice tea that she new it was made from tap water and the lime wedge was dried. She ordered an enchiladas plate the Mexican rice that was old reheated up by adding water so was the enchiladas. The only good was the refried beans. I had a taco salad that when I got to the middle it was a big glop of shredded chicken.. the chips were stale. My diet Pepsi did taste funny. My wife is Hispanic and knows what excellent Mexican food is. We arent coming back to this place. And we are close to the neighborhood. We will go farther for better food read more

Love this place. Hadn't been here in a few years. I used to come daily when I worked nearby. Food is still amazing and the margaritas are perfection. Service is top notch. Can't wait to go back. read more

Some things never change... this food has been good since I was a kid definitely the best burritos in town and the service is top notch I love it here will continue to come read more

La Barca Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Decent neighborhood eating spot. Its hard for me to give it 5 stars even though I love supporting local because the food didn't give me the excitement Inused to have for this place. As all places a big negative impact on this place is inflation. The price for the quality of food don't match. I get it. They are trying to be a dine in restaurant, but really its a neighborhood spot and it should match the vibe they used to have. Decently priced food with a slightly higher feel. Now its a overly high priced spot with lower quality food. For the money spent for 2 drinks two entrees and fries over 70 bucks, I'd eat elsewhere most of the time. Still the same pleasant service, and the service really nice. I have to say they are attentive, fast, and smile a lot. So thats still awesome. A seafood bowl, a burrito with meat and lettuce (which i did not expect) and fries, two iced teas. Overall decent. A slight downgrade in quality, but still the same effort so brownie points for that. I used to love this place, now I just like it. read more

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An LA Staple" I grew up watching my elders frequent this place. As soon as I became of age to drink I ordered my own margarita. And that was in 2003 and that's how long I have been coming to LaBarca. The servers are always lit and have the best answers for any item you might have in mind. I order the same items and switch back and forth from. They are the crunchy hard shell taco or the camarones Al mojo de ajo. If I'm sharing its the coloso burrito which is very tasty. They have expanded the parking in the back and it fits way more cars than it did in the past. More convenient that way. Thank you guys for always being so graceful. Miss you always and Thank you for all the great memories. Xo-Salud. read more

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I have been put on to this place by my friend and Cousin. So now I'm sharing it with the world. This place has the best drinks (adult drinks.) Marginatas with Mexican food is life! The food is hot and good whether your dining in or taking it to go. If your ordering to go, call it in because parking it is terrible and you might have to double park, run in and grab N go. It's a little hole in the wall, I past it every time if I'm not paying attention. I've never had problems with the staff and have never had problems with my food. I have tried the chicken enchilada plate, seasoned to perfection. I'm a foodie so I always get two enchiladas instead of one. The plate comes with rice, beans, a little salad and chips and salsa for 23.00 I believe. When my cousin and I go, she usually get the El Coloso Burrtio. This can last a person 2 to 3 days if they are not sharing. The El Coloso doesn't come with rice and beans but it does come with chips and salas. read more

I ordered caldo de res (beef) I got 4 carrots I hate carrots and I piece of potato the worst part is I got a nasty piece of meat with so much fat and what looks like leather (disgusting). read more

La Barca Restaurant - Caldo de res - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been viewing this place on instagram for over a year it looked so good. This year for my birthday I decided to make a reservation and I must say it did not disappoint at all it's above five stars and is a hidden gem. All of the food was served hot and fresh , and it was very well seasoned. The mangonada was perfect and also aesthetic which you usually only get one or the other it was both. The service was excellent the waiters were very attentive and we had a party of eight . The restaurant wasn't very big inside , but i wouldn't worry about the food delivered so you won't pay attention to that at all. I highly recommend this restaurant it was excellent it did not just look good it also tasted good as well. Thank you so much for an excellent birthday with amazing food I will be back very soon. read more

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Just came here earlier today and the carne asada was great. The service was good. Didn't' have time to check the place out. Got takeout and took it back to the office and ate it up. Great food and that salsa was the heat! read more

This restaurant is really pretty and delicious to eat at! The service was great! I loved it! The food at first didn't seem so Mexican BUT the food was actually surprisingly good!! It has alot of flavor! So i recommend this place!!! The place inside look so nice and cool! So aesthetic! I like how dark it's inside! I'll definitely come again! read more

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La Barca been around for decades and they never miss. This has always been one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. The service is always good. The food is top tier and it's a really cute ambiance. read more

I love La Barca Very good food cooked to order and the customer service is outstanding.. their drinks are great and the complimentary chips and salsa is like no others. Very affordable This place gets crowded at times but the wait is worthy.. this place beats El cholos anyday read more

I took a friend to La Barca for happy hour. I chose this place because I have been there before for dinner, and it's in the neighborhood. They had margaritas, beer, and well drinks for half price. However, I didn't realize that they didn't offer any food selections for happy hour, only alcohol. I was disappointed with that. As many happy hours that I've been to, they always offer happy hour food selections. Anyway, we sat at a table and waited almost 20 minutes for someone to come and take our order. Mind you, they were not packed, and I guess they had maybe six tables occupied. We waited about 15 minutes until we finally had to flag someone to come and take our order for drinks. The drinks came very quickly, but then we had to wait longer for someone else to come and take our food order. After we got our food, which was very good, one person came to check on us to see if everything was all right. I assume he was a manager, I'm not sure. However, it was 30 minutes after we got our food that he came. When we were ready to leave, and after they picked up our plates, we had not received our bill. We waited 30 minutes for someone to bring our bill. At this time, there were at least five waiters in the whole restaurant. We finally had to flag someone to bring our bill. In all, as much as I like the food, it was very disappointing as far as the service and happy hour. What's really crazy, is that it was a Tuesday which a lot of Mexican restaurants will offer Taco Tuesday specials. Not this place. My friend who is an older woman Commented that this place used to be packed. It was incredibly sparse. I know that I won't be going back, and I will find another place for a really good happy hour. read more

My first time here I got the Enchiladas Suizas they were pretty good 9/10 ( gave it a 9 because I like my food HOT , but flavors were there) with a Shirley temple :) food came out very quick and service is exceptional would definitely come back! Oh and the chips and salsa were great you know if the salsa is good the food has to be amazing! read more

La Barca Restaurant - Enchiladas Suizas - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Don't underestimate La Barca. Modest-looking from the street, this cozy spot comes across as a hidden "Cheers" to locals. The flavorful salsa offered a good forecast of what was to come--the omelet was delicious, they are not stingy with the rice and beans, and the staff was so lovely. I look forward to a return visit. read more

I have gone to La Barca for over 35 years and to say that the quality and taste of the food has gotten considerably worse over the last 10 years is an understatement. Today I ordered a Burrito de Chile Colorado via Door Dash and it had absolutely no favor at all! It was tasteless and cold. Ten years ago you could taste the cumin and other spices but now I couldn't even taste salt. It saddens me because I know the owners took pride in their food and their service but now I'm sure no one is tasting the food to ensure its quality. read more

Colossal, more like CONossal. We got the colossal carne asada burrito to share. It was gigantic, the sauce was good, it came with sour cream, guacamole, and chips. However, it was stuffed with beans, rice, and lettuce. There was barely any carne asada. I can count how many bites we had with meat in it. For $25 it's ridiculous that we basically ate rice, beans, and mad tortilla. An all carb burrito. I wouldn't go back. read more

5 Stars Don't Let the Location Fool You--This Place Is a Gem Don't let the location or unassuming storefront deter you. La Barca is so worth it. The food is delicious, the margaritas are strong and tasty, and the prices are super reasonable. We had a great experience from start to finish. The service was friendly and fast, and the vibe inside is way more charming than you'd expect. Definitely adding this to our list of go-to spots in LA. Can't wait to come back! read more

DELICIOUS! I will definitely be going back because the food was so good. I also ordered a gin & and tonic, and that was made well. The service was very good, and the server was polite. The decor has a sort of dark, old-world Mexican feel. read more

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The food is ok, service is good the team are so nice, the ambiance is so loud you cannot even have a good conversation there.