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    La Tolteca

    3.5 (1.2k reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Nelly L.

    I can come here for just the chips and salsa. I wish they would freeze or overnight to us in Texas. Plenty of parking however it gets very packed. Food is good, it's not oh my god to die for like the chips and salsa but over all very good.

    Street Asada Taco with creamy guacamole
    Kara S.

    Local spot we go to every once in a while. Love that we can sit down and enjoy some chips and salsa while we wait for our food. I usually get the compuesta (sp?) with shredded beef. This time I got a side of chile relleno and street tacos. The meat in the taco was seasoned well. Will definitely get it again. I topped it with the creamy guacamole- yum! The hubs got a quesadilla and he enjoyed it. Service is always great and I love the homey atmosphere.

    Jaimie P.

    I've driven by this place 10+ years. I always assumed it was a grocery store not a restaurant. Today I popped in for an early dinner after my niece's soccer game. There's a private parking lot with plenty of parking. Her entire team dined together. The team ended up taking up the patio area. When you walk in, turn right. You must order at the register before taking a seat. Pricing is reasonable. Food is decent. The guac could use some salt. The chips could use less salt. My sister and I each ordered the enchilada plate served with beans and rice. She ordered chicken and I ordered beef. We both got red sauce and a side of guac to share. After ordering, you pick up your chips, guac, and drink. Then sit somewhere and they'll bring you your food. The food was good. However, I was disappointed that it only came with one enchilada. It was alright, but doesn't taste authentic. I really wanted tacos, but I saw on Yelp their tacos are not authentic. They're served in a fried tortilla which is very American. Would I return? Sure. Decent food. Decent price. But it won't blow your mind.

    Baked, cold chops and salsa
    Victoria M.

    Haven't been to La Tolteco in many, many years. What a change! We walked in, they have tables and booths, and a bar! Seating at the bar and on the backside too which has a nicer small seating area. NICE!! They have 5 tv's in the bar area which was cool cuz we came to see the Fifa game. The chips weren't my favorite, baked and cold. But the salsas were good. The bartender/server was on it.. The food.. I ordered taquitos which chunky guac ala cart. My guy ordered the shrimp ceviche. Both meals were very good. Will definitely return..

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    Chris C.

    Perfect for a modestly priced lunch. The food and especially the salsa is worth it alone. The facility is huge and there is Halsey a y wait, Family favorite for sure we walked the World Cup here and the ambiance was phenomenal. The service is on point and they also do catering..,

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    Gretchen R.

    La Tolteca is a classic in this area. The fresh ground corn products are amazing. We've gotten prepared masa to make tamales and it came out moist. The fresh fried chips taste like corn and salsa are delicious and a great addition to a party since you can get pint, quart, etc. I've never dined here, always gotten take away. But parking is easy with a large free lot.

    Carne asada plate
    Jason L.

    Friends love this place, very thin carne asada and yet they were delicious. I got the de la olla beans, and their salsa is delicious. Service - you order and they bring the food out to you. Ambiance is chill, semi loud with so many people but overall it's great!

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    Karina A.

    Sergio is the best server/bartender ever. Everytime I come he greets me with the best costumer service ever. Totally recommend !

    À la cart tacos Dorado de Papa, plato número dos enchiladas de queso con ensalada Doritos, a un lado tres tipos de salsa, agua de tamarindo
    Long R.

    Food it's well size portions and is made with real red sauce usually is used for Mole from Oaxaca. It is a delicious food. This place makes their own tortillas is why it makes it more authentic if you're eating burritos, Tacos ,Burritos, enchiladas, this place's been around in Azusa community since 1948 started original tortilla factory, still lazy tortilla factory, but in the front they have a beautiful place grade for gatherings that a full Cantina, large size for family gatherings I gave the food four stars

    David K.

    We pass this place all the time and finally decided to stop in. It's a solid spot and is what you would expect from Mexican-American cuisine. The staff was friendly and helpful. This is an 'order at the counter' setup where they bring the food to your table. The space itself is open and clean, making it a great choice for a large group or just a casual meetup. Definitely worth a visit!

    2024.12.21
    Lis K.

    1/2/2026 3pm Placed order at the counter for 2 enchilada plate and combo plate. Received our cups, chips and salsa with a side of chunky guacamole Service is friendly and easy. 3:30 received our order and tried all the things. Chile verde was good on flavor and texture. Cheese enchilada good. Taquito and taco, nice crispy set up, good portion, shredded beef is on the dry side but you can cover that in sauce if you want. I will stick to other items I enjoy more. My top are still pork tamale and cheese enchilada. Place was packed and is definitively a community institution with 70 years of history. Happy New Year!

    Chicken taco and chicken enchilada
    Naomi L.

    Chips tastes weird and bland like they are from commercial bags and the hard shelled tacos taste like they are not freshly cooked. I doubt I will return. There are too many other Mexican eateries with better quality than this place. Salsa tastes like it's from a jar. Nothing great about LT anymore. Sad.

    Beef enchilada plate
    Natalie V.

    As a regular here, the quality is pretty consistent. I ordered the beef enchilada plate with red sauce and it didn't disappoint. I was extra satisfied because my chips tasted fresh and crunchy. Sometimes the chips taste a bit dated which is a bummer. I would recommend this dish because the beef is always tender and flavorful. The rice and beans hit the spot too!

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    What is the capacity of your banquet room?

    75 to 100 if I recall correctly

    What exactly are the vegetarian options?

    No, authentic Mexican food is not vegan

    Does La tolteca offer catering options?

    Yes

    Coming in Azusa next week, where can we check out your menu on line? Thank you

    Google

    Do they have mariachi?

    No they do not have a mariachi band

    Are they open for dine in?

    Yes! So stop what you are doing right now and go.

    Does anyone know if they are delivering during this time?

    When is happy hour, and what are the specials for happy hour?

    Why is Toltecs closed now?

    La Tolteca is closed on Tuesdays, all other days open from 10:00AM to 9:00 PM

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    3.9(1.2k reviews)
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    Great service with a homey welcoming feel. The greeting inside is embracing. If you know then you…read moreknow! There's a special customer service greeting as you enter the door. It's enduring and hilarious at the same time. The food is amazing and savory down to the chips and salsa. They have special fresh strawberries if you order a strawberry cocktail. There's something about this restaurant that rents a space in your memory. I'll be back.

    I liked coming here a lot. Not anymore…read more... Lately the quality of some of the food, specifically the "carnitas" and "lengua" tacos is poor. The meat is dry and hard. I also don't appreciate the poor attitude that two of the bartenders have been displaying lately. They have favorites and it shows a lot. I understand that when it's time to close it's time to close and go. But if you're serving other people and treating those same people nicer because they're your favorites, well that's not cool. In the end we're all patrons. We all support when consuming. But above all, it's the poor attitude that I will never pay for. I used to like coming here often. I probably will never again. I also know that occasionally in the bar they overcharge for cocktails thinking customers will not notice because they've been drinking and bartenders refuse to adjust the check. This is terrible and now you know.

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    Chilaquilicious

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    4.4(141 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Terrific location! Food: 4.4 out of 5. Homemade and…read moreauthentic dishes. Nothing bad to say about all the food we have ordered here. You get what you pay for. They do not skimp on their portions and actually care how their food looks at the time of service. This place makes sure their food looks nice, but don't charge you extra for that. Service: 5 out of 5 their employees are very pleasant and professional. They gladly answer all your foodie ingredient questions. They are more than accommodating. You will see, they are genuinely nice. As far as the ambience goes, for certain a stro g 4 out of 5. Nothing can be more comforting than to sit back and relax here. They have hi tables woth stools, as well as the hybrid style booth/table combo. Fans are always circulating and it is definitely not too stuffy. They do have music playing in the background, but it is not too loud like many places do. We have been back to try new and different dishes....all have been very tasty. A smaller and cozy place to have a nice meal. I can tell they cater to the local college students and offer a student discount. ***Hidden Bonus: their café de la olla is DELICIOUS! You can twll they make it fresh regularly and do not let it sit. It is by far waaaaay nicer than what they serve anywhere in the area. We would drive to get a nice cup in Monrovia, but this café de la olla beats it hands down. It is NOT bitter, nor is it over sweetened! So.etimes we swing by for a To-good cup. We recommend this place for everything: nice food served with a friendly smile.

    I'm obsessed with chilaquiles, so I'm always looking for new places to try. I'm still looking for a…read morereally good spot that makes the way I like. I got the breakfast burrito, and it was really good with the sauce. I liked the bacon in it, and it was huge. But without the sauce, it tasted pretty plain, just like a regular burrito with eggs. Of course, I ordered the chilaquiles, but I was disappointed. I specifically wanted dry chilaquiles, and that's what | ordered. I know the sauce usually makes the tortilla chips soft, but these were really wet and soggy. It honestly felt like it had been sitting out for a while because the food wasn't hot. The flavor was good, but I'm not a fan of soft or too soggy chips. Also, they thought our order was for dine-in, so they gave us chips. When we told them it was to-go, they took the chips back. I was hoping they would still give us chip takeout, but they didn't, which was really disappointing. Cmon you already put it on our table and we told them it's to go they took it right away.

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    Salsas Moles & Mas Restaurant

    4.5(115 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    SEASONAL MENU: If you participate in Lent (ends on Thurs., 4/17/25), and do not eat meat on…read moreFridays, this message is for you. There are two Fridays left if you want to partake in the seasonal dishes offered during this time, please bookmark this restaurant. We ordered the two Specials of the Day (Fri., 3/28/25): 1. Tortitas de Camaron con Mole with Nopales and Roasted potatoes (ground breaded Shrimp into small Patties with cactus) $15, served with thick handmade corn tortillas. 2. Capirotada (bread pudding with peanuts & raisins in syrup) $10. We also had Enchiladas in Poblano Mole. Each entree included a cup of Fideo soup, a side of rice and beans. I could not resist the Cafe de Olla (Mexican coffee brewed with a cinnamon stick), this was served with two cookies in a ceramic mug. This is how you would be served in someone's home. I was stunned when they brought it to me. The food was authentic, delicious, good portions. You will love how the food is plated and presented in ceramic dishes (pottery). We didn't finish and brought the rest home for dinner. I literally was transported back to my childhood, when my grandmother would cook these two same dishes during Lent. The hospitality, decor and service makes you feel like you're home. The food restrictions is part if a religious tradition, but anyone can eat these foods. There are only two Fridays left, mark your calendar now. Enjoy and don't forget to tell'em that Rosemary sent ya!

    Despacito Quiero respirar la comida despacito…read moreDeja las tortillas con un pollo frito Para las enchiladas cuando estás conmigo (Despacito food remix).... Great customer service! I've really enjoyed my meals and the service (we even had a small spill on the table). It's a smaller restaurant but they do an excellent job on serving you throughout your visit and have some good music playing. You'll start off with chips and salsa which is good not too spicy. Food has been excellent! My daughter kept saying delicioso (Can you say delicioso? *Dora the explorer*) haha. We've made multiple trips since our first time. Carne en su juego had a great tasting salsa. Sopes had a nice crunchiness to them. Chile relleno was very good and juicy. The enchiladas were all very good. One of the things I've enjoyed are tbe hand made tortillas, it's hard to find now a days. They have aguas frescas and it's actually fresh so they may only have one or two each day. Cafe de Olla was good, sweet but I like it (sweet tooth in me) and comes with a cookie. The baño aka restroom also has a changing table (yes no changing the baby on my lap!). We will continue to enjoy the food, service and Mas despacito. God bless

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