Unexpected place an unfamiliar shopping strip. Aroma as soon…read moreas you walk in. Surprised they don't use lard and instead vegetable oil. The flavors still going. Chips and salsa fresh and crisp. Quesadilla bomb before the guacamole and sour cream bomb. Got the number 15. Eddie good looking out on the recommendation. You were spot on with the service too. Also Gilbert thank you as well. I will be back

I was in the area with an hour to kill. I browsed the local eateries and noticed this spot had…read morepretty high reviews. I decide to give it a try and I'm glad I did. Sometimes a place makes you feel welcomed and comfortable as soon as you walk in. This is one of those places. The server and the owner are both friendly and genuinely hoping you have a great experience. The Asada plate was pretty good. The crunchy taco wasn't as crunchy as it should've been. The gobernador's shrimp was a bit too mushy for my taste. Overall, the food was good and I'll will be back if I'm in the area.

Went here on a Saturday night and the vibe was cool, the staff was great, and the food was…read moredelicious and super quick! New spot for sure!

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Mexico City Cosmo drink was on point! The best Mexican food…read morein a long time.

Stoked we found this spot. Great service and delicious lunch…read more Definitely will be back

We stopped by La Villa Mexican Food on Crenshaw for dinner with the family and ordered a mix of…read moreplates to share. They started us off with chips, salsa, and a bean dip, which was a nice touch and something I don't see everywhere. I went with the two-item combo enchilada plate with shredded chicken and shredded beef, served with rice and beans. The portion size was very good - definitely satisfying - and the enchiladas were exactly what I was hoping for. This is comfort food for me, and this plate delivered. We also ordered the carnitas plate and the chile colorado, both served with rice and beans. The chile colorado had good flavor overall and was enjoyable. The carnitas had good flavor, though the texture was a bit inconsistent. Some pieces were tender, while others felt slightly overcooked or dry, which made a few bites less satisfying than they could've been. The salsa was good - not the best I've ever had, but flavorful and a nice complement to the food. Service was friendly, they took our order quickly, and the food came out fast. They were busy, so there was a slight delay at times, but still attentive when we needed them. Parking is mostly street parking, and when we went there was space available, though you may have to walk a little bit depending on the time. Overall, the portion size and value stood out to me. This is a solid, comforting Mexican spot, and I'd come back.

Raúl's Casa Sombrero has been a South Bay hub for many years for those that are wanting a feeling…read moreof homemade Mexican dishes and company. First, just like most casual Mexican restaurants you are greeted with house made salsa and chips to snack on while you study the menus for your meal. The salsa is very fresh and the chips are not, thank goodness, over salted. It's a perfect starter! I enjoyed the meal option of four chicken flautas with rice, beans, and perfectly portioned guacamole and sour cream. You are able to make your own choice of meat stuffing, which I love, knowing that the flautas are freshly made. I chose to have chicken and found it to be perfectly fried, not overly seasoned, which some places do. I like that you can actually taste the chicken and not just spice. I also had the horchata to drink, and I loved it! The service is wonderful, with many families flocking to the restaurant for that homemade feel for dinner. The staff has always been kind enough to offer a refill of your drink/soda to go if you wish. Kindness from the staff is a real highlight of Raul's. The ambiance of being at home is a plus for me. There are a few handicap parking spots available in the small adjoined parking lot, with easy wheelchair access through the front door. There is also plenty of parking spots located on the street and in the available parking lot located in the middle of Hawthorne Blvd. There is a television with captions on for those that are HOH, hard of hearing. Being a hearing aide user, I sincerely appreciated this. I consider this a hidden gem in Hawthorne.

Still super delicious. I really have to try their enchiladas lol. I am forever getting their beef…read moreflautas. I don't think I've ever tried anything else but this and their chile rellenos. Those are also good. Pricing is reasonable. Enough portion for me. Sufficient parking. Clean indoors. Pretty safe area. Customer service is good. Never had an issue in all the years I have come here. I don't live close for the past 6 years but I love coming here when I'm down here

Chill taco spot in Hawthorne. Small restaurant with a few tables inside. Very mom and pop, family…read morerun feel. We like to support. We ordered the carne asada nachos, which were good. I ordered the ceviche tostada, which they told me they were out of, so I opted for the breaded shrimp. It was ok. They definitely give you a lot of shrimp. The fries were so so. I really like the green sauce that came with it. No Diet Coke, only Coke Zero and in cans. The service was impeccable. They checked on us consistently, and were very apologetic that they ran out of ceviche. Mid-size parking lot, which is nice. Will I be back? Probably not. My friend picked this spot for our weekly Saturday dining adventure. Was it good? Yes, but not ohmygod drool worthy. If I lived local it would be more on my radar.

My family and I tried this place once and we have been back several times to try more of their…read morefood. I can't recommend this place enough...staff are friendly and they normally have a game on..soccer, MLB, etc... this is a once a week spot for me and mine. we will be back

Went over to my friends house to watch the football games this past weekend, and they ordered Mi…read moreZacatecas for dinner. I have driven by this place a gazillion times, but had never gone in. Its a few blocks down from my Mom's house and right across the street from Hawthorne High School. I went with their 4 taco combo, shredded beef. How were they? Pretty freaking tasty! Right when I took the lid off the container, they looked similar to old school El Tarasco tacos. Red sauce on top, fried shell etc. Even the chips they give you were full fried tortillas. Bomb! The tacos were tasty, but they lost a little texture and crisp from the delivery. They would be better if ordered at the shop. Still, even then, I enjoyed every bite of them. They had lots of shredded beef in them, tons of lettuce and cheese and that red sauce. Damn fine tacos! I will definitely be back to eat inside there the next time I go see my Mom. Good stuff!

I've been coming to this place since I was young, and it's always been our go-to spot for wet…read moreburritos. You honestly can't go wrong. I usually order mine with green sauce, while my husband prefers the red sauce, and both are consistently so good. The customer service has always been top-notch, with a lot of familiar faces even after all these years. The restaurant has grown, but the quality and hospitality have stayed the same. Food comes out pretty fast, and everything feels reliable and comforting every time we come back. A true classic and a staple for us.

So I've been wanting to come here very much for a while. Glad I finally made it. First, the hours…read moreare posted incorrectly. Licha's is closed Tuesday, open Mon to Sat 9a to 630p and Sun 9a to 5p. Both Yelp and Google have incorrect times.... which is why I could not make it before. Also, look for parking on the street, the parking lot is tiny. Any case, all of Licha's staff (owners?) are sweet and friendly. I felt at home immediately. Now about the food! and coffee, both are excellent. The Cafe de Olla is fantastic.... I almost never get coffee outside my home but when I come here, I WILL! For my first time here, I had the menudo with all the fixing. What I loved the most is that is all meat, no hominy to fill you up. I LOVED IT! Almost like my Mom used to make. The Tortillas ARE HOME MADE. They were excellent. See the pictures.... I finished everything, including the fixings (onions, fresh lemons, limes and cilantro. Btw, the house salsa is good but the habanero version is DELICIOUS but VERY HOT with excellent flavor and texture. Yummm. Because I was do full but still very excited to be here, I ordered 3 Al Pastor tacos with everything. I can hardly wait to eat them when I get hungry again. All in all, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Licha's. Don't miss out. Just remember to park on the street... they only have three spots. And don't blink, the place is tiny.

If you want delicious, authentic food, you got to try Licha's! The service reminded me of the…read morehomeland, you don't feel like a customer, they make you feel like royalty, very friendly. Place is small but it doesn't matter when the food is this amazing!!! They have big screen tv playing sports and some classic music playing, pairs well with food. They are known for the Barbacoa and HurachesI recommend them both. Huaraches for the parents, Menudo & Barbacoa for me!!!!

I love this place. Great service and your order is out…read moreright away. Burritos (asada), sopes, tacos and taquitos are the bomb SERVICE WAS GREAT!! I definitely always recommend this restaurant to friends and family. Not to mention their prices. Thank you to El Tarsco

delicious food, everything very taste, we loved the churros!!! excellent service they where very…read morenice.

What a great meal amazing flavors from start to finish. The service is absolutely incredible, warm,…read moreand attentive. The ambience is perfect: you can watch sports, enjoy a relaxed dinner, or just listen to good music and unwind. We're here tonight for a family dinner, and it's truly great for kids as well. What makes it even more special is that it's family-owned, and you can feel it everyone works together, and the hospitality is genuine. You don't just feel like a customer, you feel truly welcome. Highly recommend for families, friends, or anyone looking for great food and a great atmosphere.

I'm now a regular visitor here. A very friendly, warm environment. Plenty of TVs for sports…read moreviewing and weekend, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, evening Kareoki. Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday specials with $4 draft pours & bottles. Everything on the menu is delicious.

This place has been around forever, and I've been coming here since I was a kid. I usually come for…read moreone thing--the carne asada burrito--and it never disappoints. The burrito is consistently well made, with juicy, flavorful carne asada in every bite. It's always satisfying and prepared just right. If you haven't been here before, it's worth checking out. They also stay open late on the weekends (until around 3 AM), which is a big plus. Overall, a reliable spot that keeps me coming back. The service is amazing always on point

I thought this place was great! I always pass by going to work and finally had a chance to check…read morethis place out! I started with an asada taco and a burrito. Both were very good and tasty and finished off with an agua fresca drink which was delicious. Inside is small with a couple of tacos. It is worth going back again. Absolutely! Food dating: Everything solid! Asada burrito 8.9\10 Asada taco 8.8\10 Agua fresca cantaloupes 8.8\10