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    La Moderna Bakery

    3.7 (392 reviews)
    InexpensiveBakeries, Mexican
    Closed 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Conchas in so many colors.
    Vince V.

    I have always love the pan dulce here, and my recent experience was no different. I had some conchas of different colors, I love them, in every color. I recently had the tamales. My opinion; the beef tamale was a little dry for my taste but the cheese so juicy and savory, I loved it. I came toward closing time, so I was thankful to get such a juicy and savory cheese tamale. It had the chunk of cheese and strips of green chile inside. My next goal, is to arrive early, before they pork and chiken tamales run out. I also want to taste thier pan dulce in the early morning hours. I am excited to do this.

    The bread in the front was really good. All the others need a big glass of milk.
    Jacqueline H.

    The bread looks good, but unfortunately we believe is all the same dough rolled up in different ways. The bread is not bad tasting, but is doughy. We liked the smaller cuernito. That was tasty, like small town homemade bread.

    Price board as of 05/2024
    Jay Y.

    The tamales are delicious; however, if you're ordering dozens of tamales make sure you count your tamales. Last time I noticed that my two dozen tamales were short two tamales and I thought it was a fluke so I didn't make a big deal about it. I ordered another two dozen tamales today and totally forgot to count them - when I got home I was short another two tamales. I think whoever is packing them is only putting 11 tamales in when you order by the dozen because this is now twice that I have come up short on my tamale count. Not cool at all. 30+ years of being a customer and someone in the back is playing games.

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    Tamales are good, beans are always delicious and sweet bread rocks! Best Tamales in town.

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    Best Green & Red pork tamales. Been going there for years. I'm no longer in area, but worth the drive.

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    if you want to taste what mexican tamales taste like. that's the place to go. they are the best

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    Amazing tamales and the staff was also great if you like the original taste of your mammas or grandmas great taste

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    Used to be the best place idk what happened but green tamales with no filling none ALL MASA, the salsa container half filled.

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    Sol 626 Mexican Restaurant

    Sol 626 Mexican Restaurant

    4.4
    (321 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Casual dining

    We came here after a funeral service. I saw it on TikTok, and it looked so delicious. Let me tell…read moreyou, it's like walking into someone's home! Very welcoming and friendly! The food was amazing, very flavorful, colorful, and served with grace. Our waiter was fantastic, and the owner was just amazing. He was extremely friendly and made sure everything was okay. The drinks were delicious, the Asada plate was wonderful, the meat was so tender and juicy, the chili relleno was different from what you think it would be, but also very delicious. They brought out the chips first, and they were great. The owner let us know everything was fresh and was flown in from Mexico, I believe he said Oaxaca.The guacamole is amazing! The vibe was very home like yet colorful and open. Fridays they have live music. Please if you havent tried Sol make a stop you won't regret it.

    The food, ambiance, and mixed drinks are all great here. In my opinion, the food is authentic and…read morefull of flavor. They have dishes you don't find at every Mexican restaurant. Their moles are definitely worth trying. We've had the mole negro and the mole pipián, and both were delicious. The mole negro is a little sweeter, while the pipián has more spice. They also serve tortilla chips with mole, which is something I haven't seen at most Mexican restaurants. The reason I can't give 5 stars is because the service has been hit or miss. We've been here three times. The first time was shortly after they opened. The food tasted decent but came out cold, and the service wasn't the best. It was during the week and not very busy, so we figured they were still working out the kinks of being a new restaurant. After some time, we decided to give them another try. We went on a busy Friday night and were seated right away. The service was much better and everything seemed to be running more smoothly. We talked with the owner who was working as well as his wife who was bartending. They were both really friendly, and the owner seemed genuinely happy that we came back after we told him about our first experience. He even gave my husband a free beer after we moved to the bar to keep drinking after we finished our meals to allow for other guests to dine at the table we were. There was also a trio playing that night which added to the ambiance and was a nice way to end the work week. Our most recent visit was a couple of weeks ago for my husband's birthday. It was during the week and once again they were short-staffed. There was only one waitress taking care of the entire restaurant. She was so sweet and hustling the whole time but she was also bartending while serving every table. We definitely had to pack our patience because she was doing the best she could. Overall, Sol 626 has so much potential to be a great spot. The food, drinks, and atmosphere are what keep bringing us back. They need a little more staffing so the service can be as good as everything else.

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    Sol 626 Mexican Restaurant
    Sol 626 Mexican Restaurant
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    Dame Mas Urban Cantina

    Dame Mas Urban Cantina

    4.4
    (360 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$

    Dame Mas Urban Cantina is offering Sunday Brunch from 12-4 featuring all day happy hour, NFL…read morefootball on several screens, a variety of drink specials, and a featured Live DJ for the rest of September 2025. We came here because my cousin DJSP was the featured DJ this Sunday, so I did my Yelp research and to be honest, I didn't know what to expect because the most recent reviews were a couple of months old, no recent food photos and menu photos were outdated. However we were going either way because it was also our featured DJ's birthday. We made reservations but that was difficult too as we called for several days until someone actually answered the phone. I was a little surprised because the food we ordered were all pretty tasty, decent portions, and reasonably priced. The service was ok. Orders took a little time to arrive, but they made sure we had chips and salsa and with a full crowd and a limited number of wait staff, they made sure we were still being attended too. It is very loud here with a full restaurant of diners, the live DJ and football games going with loud cheering fans, so if you have sensitive hearing, bring some ear plugs.

    Came here for the first time last night and I was not disappointed. Everyone was very nice and…read morewelcoming. The restaurant is clean and lots of room. Now for the food AMAZING! We started out with the corn and moved to pork belly tacos that were delicious. My sister opted for the three tacos with different meats. We shared a side of rice. Be aware the portions are big!!!!! Of course I couldn't resist a few margaritas that were well made. We will definitely be back soon! Thanks for a great experience. Oh I almost forgot the churros are the way to end the meal.

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    Try our hard shell potato tacos
    Try our hard shell potato tacos
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    La Casita Olvera

    La Casita Olvera

    4.2
    (955 reviews)
    5.6 mi
    $$

    We had dinner here last night with our kids and some friends (party of 8), and it was our first…read moretime visiting. Even though the restaurant is small and busy, we were seated right away, which was a great start. Our waiter Washington, was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and made our whole experience even better. The atmosphere was perfect too. They had music playing at just the right volume and a big TV showing the live Dodger game, which the kids loved. We started with chips and salsa. The salsa had the perfect level of spice for everyone at the table. The kids ordered horchatas and were excited about the unlimited refills (something you don't always see at other restaurants!). The drinks for the adults were just as impressive. My wife's watermelon margarita on the rocks was perfectly made. It was not overly sweet or syrupy like at some places. Our friends had the "El Jefe" margaritas, and they definitely didn't skimp on the tequila! For dinner, everything was a hit. The kids loved their meals. Albóndigas soup, shrimp tacos, and street tacos--all served with rice and beans. The adult dishes were just as good. The carne asada arrachera was cooked perfectly, the chile verde was full of flavor, and my chicken mole was delicious with a great balance of spicy and sweet without being overwhelming. The portions were very generous, and everything came with rice, beans, and both corn and flour tortillas. The only small thing I would've preferred differently was the chicken in my mole. I personally would've liked a leg and thigh instead of sliced chicken breast but the dish was still very good overall. What really stood out was the hospitality. At the end of the meal, Washington offered us "holy water"-house tequila shots on the house--and it wasn't cheap tequila either! Then after the bill came, he surprised us again with another round of "holy water". That level of generosity and care really impressed us. We also learned that the restaurant has been there 20+ years and is family-run by him and his siblings, which made the experience feel even more personal. You can tell they have a loyal customer base--one couple even said, "See you tomorrow Washington!" The only feedback we'd offer (coming from a customer service background) is that we noticed a few guests waiting at the entrance without being greeted, and one couple actually left the restaurant. A simple "Welcome, we'll be right with you" would go a long way. That said, it didn't take away from our experience. Overall, amazing food, great service, generous portions, and a welcoming family atmosphere. We will definitely be back to try more of their menu!

    Seated quickly and server was "there" to take as much of our order as we were ready to give…read more Daughter got steak fajitas and they were outstanding, The accompanying rice and beans were "Authentic" the rice had taste and character. Grandson and I both got Carnitas Cadereyta which is a carnitas dish over the top of fajitas with rice and beans. Both of us finished the entire dish. To top it off we all got fresh made flour tortillas that topped our dishes off with style

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    Mi Casita Burrito
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    Super Mex

    Super Mex

    3.7
    (279 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    51 years in business
    Happy hour specials

    This place is a nice option when you're in Uptown Whittier looking for a place to eat…read more The salsa was spicy and fresh. The nachos and veggie fajitas were just how I like it. The refried beans and rice tasted good and that is one of my requirements for authentic Mexican cuisine. We lucked out because Golden Road Brewing was there promoting their Mango Cart wheat ale. It was delicious. There is a large cantina in the back with many big screens TVs. The front of the restaurant was quieter but also very nice. The service was helpful and courteous and we enjoyed our evening there. I can't wait to go again and try something else on the menu.

    I'm basing my review off the flautas I ordered. Since I can remember, whenever I order flautas from…read moreMexican restaurant, they're always topped with a MOUNTAIN of lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, tons of cheese, guac and salsa. Well I received the flautas (which were very tasty) but they were BALD. There was about one tablespoon worth of guacamole on the side. And a tiny little pinch of lettuce. I immediately asked the waitress if it was missing the toppings, and she said "yes it's missing sour cream." She left and came back and said there was no more sour cream. A Mexican restaurant without sour cream? Oh! really wish I would've known that before ordering because, like I said, I love my flautas drenched in toppings. I would've ordered something else had I known there was no sour cream. I requested some extra guacamole to make up for the lack of sour cream. With guacamole and the salsa that comes with chips, it still tasted pretty good but my heart was wishing I had sour cream and tons of cheese. It was definitely a tasty meal but was a HUGE miss on the lack of toppings, which is what I crave when I order flautas. I've never seen flautas look so sad and lonely. The rice and beans were okay. Not too bad not too good. Just ok. It's a shame the restaurant is super beautiful but the food doesn't really seem authentic.

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    Entrance
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    Shrimp ceviche
    Shrimp Cevice

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    Bizarra Capital

    Bizarra Capital

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Celebrated my mother's birthday today with my family at one of our favorite restaurants here in…read moreUptown Whittier, and once again, we had a great experience! The food is always amazing. They start you off with fresh chips and salsa, and they're so good you'll want to order a second round before your food even arrives! My mom and I both decided to try their summer special, the Enchiladas de Camarón, and they were delicious. The portions were generous, and we definitely had plenty to eat. The service was also excellent. Our server Ericka was very kind and attentive, making sure our orders came out correctly and checking in to see if we needed anything else throughout our meal. I also really enjoy the atmosphere here. I've visited on Fridays when they have live mariachis, which makes the experience even better. We actually celebrated my grandmother's birthday here last year as well, and that was another memorable family celebration. This has become a special restaurant for my family, and it's a place we continue coming back to for birthdays and other occasions. Great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

    My husband and I are heading home after a very satisfying late night dinner at our local favorite…read morerestaurant in Whittier. Whatever time we go- breakfast, lunch, or dinner- the servers are ALWAYS friendly and fabulous! Tonight happens to be Mother's Day weekend. There were lots of big groups/parties but it didn't feel like we had to wait that long for our server to get our order to our table. What made it even more memorable was the Mariachi band playing in the background. The food was again fantastic and very satisfying! We had a big bowl of fideo, a tacos papas, shrimp ceviche and the special calabacita entree. That last item was surprisingly homey and delicious!

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    Chips and salsa
    Calabacitas ( appetizer)

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    Taqueria Los Gueros #3

    Taqueria Los Gueros #3

    4.4
    (182 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $

    Stopped by after getting work done at the nearby mechanic shop…read more S & M auto electric and I loved the taste of all the food I ate. I had a burrito de al pastor, wife had birria quesadilla taco, consume on the side, all the salsas and chilies, def recommend stopping by. Service was great and ambiance was great.

    I went on a taco run yesterday to try to find the best taco in Whittier…read more Started off the run with a keto taco mixed with asada and al pastor and then a regular tripa taco. Keto taco - toasted/grilled cheese instead of a regular tortilla - needed to be done a little more on one side as the cheese wasn't quite toasty enough to stay in place to slightly resemble the shape of a taco. Bit hard to eat, covered my hands in grease. Asada tastes almost boiled, and this being my 2nd or 3rd time getting the Asada here, it consistently tastes like it was boiled and not grilled. Unsure of meat quality or preparation, but there are no grill marks and it's a bit chewy. Same with the al pastor. Tripa taco was bizarre. Strips of flat skin instead of the usual roundish, cylindrical shape of tripa (intestine). Usually a saltier, fattier meat than asada, which is my preference but the one here was lacking in flavor and the texture threw me off a bit. Tripa can be chewy - unless requested extra done, which is how I normally order it - but there was no saving this tripa. I think it needs to be sliced differently, the cuts made it inedible. Brother shared some of his chorizo taco and it was the better of the bunch. Red chorizo, TJ style, although it was also lacking a teeny bit in flavor... onions and cilantro to the rescue! Still, mediocre. Salsas were ok, nothing out of the ordinary. Don't think the tortillas were homemade. Service was fine, cashier takes your order, dude at the counter was chill and had a friendly attitude. Seating was limited. Mostly bar style seating but the majority was in front of a window and it had so much heat trapped from the glass that it was kind of uncomfortable. Other seats are too close to the bathroom. Good for a quick bite or just pick-up orders. Wouldn't plan a sit down/dine-in visit. Parking is scarce and has really small spots, wouldn't come if you're driving a pick-up truck or anything like that. Food was reasonably priced, which is good, however; the food was lacking so I would not return.

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    Menu March 2024
    Menu March 2024
    Nachos Al Pastor
    Nachos Al Pastor
    Taqueria Los Gueros #3

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    La Pancita Feliz

    La Pancita Feliz

    4.4
    (271 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    Truly so disappointed !!!…read more First of all the server was super rude - trying to talk in Spanish like we didn't know what she was saying and got surprised when we answered in Spanish ! Second the menudo was super cold - I asked for pata and was charged for a bone and a bit of nervio (you can tell it was literally just bone ) like who would pay for nothing ? And why would you make someone pay for something Que se Mira Que no tenias !!! The chilaquiles - I was not given sour cream - la salsa estaba bien espesa !!! And then we asked for sour cream and they looked so surprised and still asked if we wanted some !!! The first server had such an attitude problem like she didn't want to be there ! Second server super helpful . I asked for the owner and apparently there's a new owner Porke I've never seen this owner before . I knew it was a kitchen staff member . The prices did not match what we were charged and a 4% fee in cards is crazy !!! Anyways overall I used to love this place before it became what jt is now sadly ! I was super happy to bring my family because the food has always been top quality and truly this time everything was super disappointing !!

    I was disappointed with my recent experience. I visited on Wednesday to take advantage of the…read morepromotion offering any burrito made "wet" at no additional charge. When I reviewed my receipt, I noticed I had been charged incorrectly and brought it to Yasmin's attention. Instead of simply correcting the mistake, she was complete rude and I was informed that there would still be an additional charge to make the burrito wet, which contradicts the advertised special. I would appreciate clearer communication of promotions to staff to ensure customers are charged accurately and consistently. Would not recommend.

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    Huevos A La Mexicana con arroz y frijoles
    Huevos A La Mexicana con arroz y frijoles
    Always delicious! The albondigas were just what we needed on a rainy day! Thanks guys!!

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    Always delicious! The albondigas were just what we needed on a rainy day! Thanks guys!!

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