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Lola's Mexican Cuisine

3.9 (2.3k reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
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Potato taquitos
Vanessa G.

My goodness, this place is fantastic. My husband and I stopped in for brunch while we were running an errand in the area. The food is fantastic. The chips and salsa are fresh. The avocado crema really stood out to me. We shared the queso fundido with chorizo, potato taquitos, and rib eye tacos. Everything was sooo delicious. The quality is top notch. I poured that avocado crema on everything. The house beans are wonderful. I topped my meal off with a Hibiscus/ jaimaica mimosa. Next time, we will do a whole bottle but we were pressed for time. The ambiance is casual, yet artsy and trendy. The service was stellar as well.

Yum!
Julia H.

Bring back the original tortilla soup!!! The new version just tasted like a bowl of mole. One less star for lola's...

Alex K.

Of all the times I've been here, it's alway been great. The service was amazing and the experience was all great. This visit, we stopped by during happy hour. It's normally taco Tuesday or dinner. It wasn't busy when we arrived. Mainly everyone was seated outside which we wanted a table as well. There was one that we were interested in and asked if we could have it which the waitress working was ok with. But it needed clearing up. It took a while for someone to come out and clear and clean the table up. It was fine waiting but it was like did someone forget about us. Anyways. We got seated and then the waiting continued. It could be that they were short staff but it seemed like there was only one person working. It took a while for someone to finally come back and acknowledge us and take our order. After that the chips and salsa were brought out. Once we ordered the drinks it was easier to place everything together. Menu for happy hour is pretty limited. A few drinks and beer on drafts and for food, maybe 6 items on the menu. Went with an order of the street corn which was quite tasty. An order of the mole chicken nachos and the queso dip with barria. Out of the three, the queso dips and the street corn were great. Nachos were good but nothing really major. The flavors of everything were quite tasty. Dishes were 12.00 an item. For happy hour, it was decent and what we had was good. The service was pretty slow at the beginning. Only the front patio and inside seating was available as the back patio wasn't open. We did start to see other staff walking in so maybe there was only one staff during the time.

Mexican mule
Grace N.

I drove and walked past this place many times and finally was able to tried it recently! We went during HH and got some drinks, which were yummy, they didn't skim on the liquor. We ordered a few burritos, which my friends all liked. I was able to taste them too and the salsa verde on the burrito was so so yummy! And, the black mole was so so flavorful and rich I would ask for extra mole! Then I got the grilled salmon tacos, sooo good, pieces were big. Def recommend and I would def come back!

Street corn
Elizabeth G.

My favorite brunch spot. I like to order the queso birria tacos and my favorite salad: mango avocado. So fresh! Accommodating service. Servers are always so kind and attentive. They also make great cocktails. Fresh hibiscus juice is our fav with champagne or as is.

Salmon mango salad
Ingrid M.

The restaurant was decorated very nicely. Outdoor seating as well as indoor. The service was friendly and on point. Parking was pretty easy, street metered - but very walkable if you are from the neighborhood. The food was outstanding. Salsa yum , chips hot & crispy My salad was so fresh and tasty, my husbands mole was perfectly done

Grilled salmon tacos and garlicky black beans.
Deja D.

Food, amazing. Service, fantastic. Ambiance, cozy. We enjoyed Lola's so much. There's not one thing I can complain about. Our server was excellent. She was friendly and knowledgeable and gave good recommendations. We started with the Yellowtail Tuna ceviche and we were completely blown away by how flavorful it was. It is not apart of their regular menu and it won't be available long so get there and try it asap! My honey ordered the Bixby Burrito and she enjoyed it a lot. I ordered the grilled salmon tacos (which is pictured) and they were delicious, along with the black beans. The Jamaica was really good too. Just the right amount of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this place and I look forward to visiting again soon.

Maria D.

I appreciate the great variety of vegan options. I had the vegan enchiladas and was able to enjoy some vegan sour cream on top! Extremely large portions, which is a huge plus. The side of plantains was also a nice touch. They stay open late, making this a great spot for those late nights when all you want is a big plate of food. Lots of seating, friendly staff, and moderate wait time. Parking is a bit rough, but there is a small lot next door.

Karen G.

Lola's ended up being a happy accident for us. We originally had plans to eat at Ammatoli, but they had an unexpected emergency closure due to a plumbing issue bummer at first, but it worked out for the best because we had an amazing meal at Lola's. We were a party of four, and everyone had been here a few times before except me, so I was excited to finally check it out. Here's what we ordered: Special of the Day: Pork Shank with Green Mole Sauce - My bf ordered this and really enjoyed it. The plate was HUGE. If you're considering this, just know it can easily be shared by 2-3 people. Mexico City Street Corn - Shared by the table and it was just okay. Salmon Tacos - Light, flavorful, and nicely balanced. A great option if you're in the mood for something a little lighter but still satisfying. Mango Avocado Salad with Grilled Shrimp - My order and it was fantastic. So much flavor, perfectly balanced ,10/10 and an easy favorite. Cochinita Pibil - My gf's go-to order. Regular & Mango Margaritas - Both were tasty and well made. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and I can see how this place could easily get packed, especially during HH. I unfortunately can't recall our server's name, but she did a fantastic job, and all the staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful. Great food, fun atmosphere, and a save-the-night kind of dinner. We'll definitely be back!

Shrimp and lobster enchiladas
Judy a.

First time here. Rice was cold , shrimp lobster enchiladas were just whatever they did nothing for me. Overpriced will not be back. Did I mention overpriced? . $33 for small enchiladas is .

Paulette S.

Our waitress Blue was fantastic.. very attentive! The food and drinks were superb. I would definitely recommend.

Large Baja Salad + Grilled Chicken ($18.95 price as of July 2025) Jarritos Guava Soda
Diana L.

I visited Lola's on July 7th for the first time for a late lunch. I ordered the following (prices as of July 2025): Large Baja Salad ($14.95) + Grilled Chicken (+$4) - Surprisingly very tasty. I enjoyed my Baja salad and definitely recommend adding grilled chicken for extra protein. It comes with crispy romaine lettuce, black beans, avocado, pico de gallo, queso cotija, toasted heirloom corn, tortilla chips, and pepita like dressing. All the ingredients tasted flesh and complemented each other. It wasn't too salty but had just the right amount of flavor. Very delicious and I would recommend this. Jarritos Guava Soda ($14.75) - I enjoy drinking jarritos! I've tried other flavors but this was my first time trying the guava flavor. It didn't disappoint but the guava flavor is on the lighter side. Interior: This is a cute Mexican restaurant that is nicely decorated with tables inside. Customer Service: A sad miss. Our waitress was really nice and had some good recs when we ordered. However, although we came at an off time and there wasn't many patrons, it took some time to get everything from taking our orders, receiving our meals, getting the check, getting the boxes, etc. We had to flag them down several times and they were not that attentive. Parking: The shop is located right next to a paid lot next door. Fortunately, there was one spot left when we arrived! All in all, I wouldn't mind coming back to try out more food. But just keep in mind, if you have a more limited lunch time - this place may not be the best for you.

Pink Guava Margarita
Angela L.

Cute dine-in Mexican spot off of 4th Street, quick service and has a full menu of all the greatest hits - tacos, burritos, enchiladas and their signature moles. We weren't super hungry when we came in for lunch so ordered a shared plate of handmade taquitos and one of their holiday specials, the tamale platter. Food came out quickly so the taquitos were still nice and crispy, which I prefer before they inevitably get soggy and smothered with sauce. The tamales were okay, but I am coming to the realization that maybe I just don't Iike the maize flavor of tamales. What I will definitely come back for is their robust menu of agave cocktails - they make their own syrup in house, and every flavor sounds delicious. I ordered their more popular Guava Margarita with mezcal instead of tequila, and it's one of the better drinks I've had in a long time. All I need is one of these margaritas, which are offered for $8-10 during their weekday 3-6 PM happy hour, along with a basket of chips and salsa, and I can happily stay for a long time.

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This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / June 8, 2023

Both locations in Long Beach have outdoor seating. Im not sure how many can be seated but location on Atlantic is better for groups of 10+

What time is happy hour?

3-6

Do they take reservations?

They don't but you can get put on the yelp wait list and that helps.

Are they open for indoor dining?

Yes, they are open for indoor dining, although seating is limited.

Are they serving Happy Hour during Covid?

Yes and they still have Taco Tuesday!

Does anyone know if the pure green sauce/dip is gluten and dairy free? Thanks?

I believe it's GF because I am and I'm pretty sure they said yes. But green sauce has eggs, not sure about dairy dairy.

Is there live music on the weekends?

Not inside the restaurant, but up and down fourth street on some weekends.

Do they serve breakfast all day?

Hi Erykah! We only serve breakfast items during our Brunch, which is served only on Saturday and Sundays from 10am to 3pm.

Do they serve mimosas ? If so do they offer bottomless?

Hi Robert! Thank you for your question. We do offer Mimosa's by the glass and Bottomless Mimosa's… 

Frannies Protein Plate? Anyone take a photo? I keep forgetting to because it's so yummy!!

Si so good

Are your eggs organic//cage free?

Hi Ivy, Thank you for reaching out! Our Eggs are indeed Organic. Come by and try our Brunch,… 

Are the tortillas gluten free? Do they share a fryer with other foods? Cross contamination?

Corn or flower tortillas. Yes, fryer shared with other foods. Vegan/vegetarian/carnivore food cross… 

Is it dog-friendly?

yes there is a little patio outside the restaurant and I have seen dogs outfront.

Do they make their own mole negro and is it good?

Yes! I absolutely loved it, not too sweet

Do they have mariachi's?

Not on the day we were there.

How many people fit in the Patio for a private party?

Maybe 30?

Is there a taco Tuesday special?

Yes! I recently posted a picture of the menu.

What time is their happy hour? And do they have happy hour on the weekends?

M-f 3pm to 6pm as of 3/8/18

Do they sell that green salsa (aka liquid crack)?

Hi Sam! Yes we do sell Lola's famous green salsa #greencrack by the pint (16oz) or half-pint (8 oz)

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