Food Chile Verde. A bit pricey but the best I've had. Flavorful and the rice was great. 4.7/5 Chicken quesadilla - all the flavor was bunched up in the middle slices. 3.5/5 Tamarindo - 4/5 Service 4.5/5. A little slow. Ambiance 4.5/5 5 stars alone for that Verde. read more

Had lunch here with friends today. Here are my thoughts. I love Mexican food, so I love trying new places. Pros Staff are awesome Quality of the food is good Servers we excellent Variety from the menu was huge Time for food to arrive at the table was fast Cons The bowls they put their salsa in were very small. All gone after dipping 5 chips. Not sure why they do this. Seating a bit crowded for parties of 8 or more Prices were on the high side Portions on the soft shell tacos were small! See photo Overall a good place, but no wow factor! I would rate it 3.5 if I can. Not sure I would come back, but enjoyed my time there with friends. read more

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OVERALL: 8/10 Los Compadres is a great family friendly restaurant. Whether it's a date night or the entire family getting together for a celebration, this place will take care of you. SERVICE: 4/10 The servers are genuinely nice and personable. However, today we felt ignored. Probably not the servers fault, since they were BUSY... but, we couldn't help but feel ignored. Our food took forever to arrive and when it did, one plate arrived about 20 mins AFTER ever one else's and another dish who we said no cheese due to a dairy allergy - came with cheese! this is not a normal experience- which takes me back to my comment of feeling ignored. Food: 8/10 Food was great! Tasty and huge portions - HOWEVER, I am taking off 2 points for the dairy allergy mix up. I mean, come on - the is food safety 101!!! Notable food mentions: The carne asada was tender and cooked perfectly. The caldo de pollo tasted homemade and had a lot of chicken and veggies. Do I recommend?: Absolutely!!! read more

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It's been a while since our last visit, but my family decided to drop in for Sunday dinner. There was a 30-minute wait, which gave me time to admire the new front addition--it looks like they're building a patio to keep up with the high demand! Just to be clear: this isn't your standard "Gringo" Mexican food. It is 100% authentic and tastes just like a home-cooked meal. Everything from the handmade tortillas to the salsas is top-tier. Whether you get the mole, the molcajete, or the enchiladas, you really can't go wrong. My only disappointment was finding out they took the sopes off the menu; they used to be huge and "the bomb." We were a party of five adults and one toddler, and they applied an automatic 18% gratuity (which they do for parties of 6+). Our server, Claudia, was fantastic! My only real gripe is the price hike. Enchiladas used to be under $13, but now almost everything is $20+. It's getting into steakhouse price territory, but the food is still delicious and the staff works incredibly hard. I noticed the happy hour menu. Not what it use to be, $7.77 once upon a time. But still some relief for your wallet. I missed coming here, nice to be back. read more

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Benn here too many times, first time going to post ordered online for pick up. Tostada carne asada and combo crispy taco with chicken enchilada comes with rice but no beans.. very tasty, read more

Los Compadres - Tostada - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This is great Mexican food! No wonder it is always packed! We don't come very often because of that last statement, but it is certainly worth it for special occasions. We came for my mom's birthday a couple of years ago, and we were a group of 7-8 adults and 5 kids, and we were attended to nicely. The menu is also quite expansive and has almost any type of Mexican food one could crave from tacos and burritos to fish plates, from fajitas to cocteles, from chilaquiles and other breakfast options to caldos. More recently, we came for my brother's-in-law birthday. We were a group of 9 adults and 3 kids. They were very accommodating to the few of us that split plates or with minor substitutions with things on the menu. I almost always get the coctel de camaron because it is my favorite place to get them. The shrimp is always perfectly cooked and abundant, the broth nicely flavored and there is plenty of chopped veggies. The green habanero sauce on the table went very well in my coctel. It comes served with saltines by default, but we requested tostadas. To drink I ordered the Michelada Chabela with a Pacifico. It was a little too sweet and salty for me toward the end. I ordered it because of the addition of Worcestershire sauce, but did not really care for the tamarindo straw or that amount of chamoy and tajin inside the actual drink. In the future, I think I will stick with the regular michelada and request for a couple of dashes of W sauce to be added in. My parents and my sister each ordered the fajitas mixtas, and those looked delicious as well. I like that you can request frijoles de la olla (whole cooked beans) in place of the refried ones. I will have to make it a point to come more than once a year, especially after seeing their happy hour menu. Thank you, Compadres! read more

Los Compadres - Michelada Chabela - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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The service was amazing - everyone was attentive and kind. I like that there's a lot by the restaurant so parking isn't an issue. The food is decently priced and you get a good amount of food. The food is delicious, highly recommend. read more

Los Compadres - Combination plate - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

They are still under construction to finish new patio area at the entrance. We had to park the car toward exit and found no more entrance from the Anaheim St. So slow during late lunch. The service was slower than usual. We ordered the same ones, 2 crispy taco combination and my 2 chimichanga combo. Same quality and same ambiance except new construction area. Little noisy.... Hopefully they finish the new patio area soon. I don't like too much noises when I eat. We loved the Spanish rice, beans, warm chips and salsa. Their house margarita was so good for $14. We miss happy hour from 4. Cheaper margarita, cocktails.... Great place if you like the real Mexican foods. read more

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My first time at Los Compadres. They were busy on a Thursday night. The wai was about 30 minutes. They use a web so you can track your wait status which helped fill the wait time. Things that stood out was it's a family run place. Big servings, friendly & attentive waiter. Food was OK meaning I will try another place before coming back. There were a number of celebrations and the staff all joined in chorus (multiple times), a fun/lively place. read more

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Atmospheres changed since they upgraded. They hired new workers especially the hosts in the front day time are awful, rude, and mildly racist. I've noticed they skip people based on looks and appearance and treat you different especially if you're not of the culture. I've been coming here for a few years and I noticed they all talk over there shoulders about customers and side talk practically infront of you then laugh and put on a "face while serving you. In uncomfortable and not professional. Food quality is there wait times are always a lie and longer but the workers are terrible minus a few good servers. But whoever greets you in the front are garage. I do not plan on coming back after my experience recently seeing as every other time I'm starting to notice the same low level professionalism they lack and it's just not worth the money. read more

Very large portions. Amazing attentive staff. Very cute, old and wooden interior. It just feels like a classic Mexican restaurant. The food was amazing and I was quite stuffed. read more

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When in the city of Long Beach this is the spot for dine in Mexican food that is authentic and quality ingredients! I have been to the bar section of this restaurant and service and ambience is always great! No complaints at all! Pricing is a little higher than the local spots so you can spend easily over $80 just for two people or even more if alcohol drinks are ordered. This is not a daily spot to hit especially with today's economy but it is a perfect spot for couples or families any day during the week. read more

Came here for a nice dinner and drinks and were not disappointed. The outside of the restaurant is being remodeled to accommodate outdoor seating. We probably had the best waiter here, he was nice and attentive. We went straight for the meal as it was getting late. We ordered Bacon wrap Shrimp, Cheese Enchilada, Carne Asada plate, Shrimp soup, and Guacamole. We added a Blended Margarita, delicious. Well-blended tasty Margarita. Overall our food was good. read more

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I went back and omg food has change so much since the last time Everything was full of flavor, I went with out expectations and I got surprised My time and money was totally worth it, service was great and the ambiance remains the same, a place to go eat with family and friends read more

Los Compadres - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We came on a Saturday for "early dinner" around 4pm so the restaurant was pretty empty. The vibe here was actually really nice, intimate, spacious, and with fun music that made it feel lively without being overwhelming. The service was fast and friendly, which I definitely appreciated. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the atmosphere. I ordered 3 tacos (pastor and carnitas) with rice and beans. The pastor was dry and really lacked flavor, and the carnitas were overly fatty and could've used more salt and seasoning overall. The beans were bland too, though the rice was the highlight of the plate; flavorful and well-cooked. I also ordered a margarita, which looked great and came in a generous size, but it was very weak and mostly tasted like juice. Overall, great vibe and good service, but the food itself just didn't deliver. read more

Los Compadres - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Love all of their menu items but I especially enjoy Caldo Res... Hits the spot every time! Great Ambiance, friendly staff, and food is fresh read more

A co-worker asked me to lunch and recommended Los Compadres. i have passed this restaurant countless times and never stopped. i will say before i get started that i have been missing out. We were seated immediately. The restaurant is a little dark. we both had to use our flashlights on our cells. Claudia was our waitress, we didn't have to wait long before our waters with lime and chips and salsa came. The chips and salsa was very good. the salsa was just right, not too mild and a little kick. i ordered the 1 Chicken Enchilada & Chicken Taco Dorado combo $20, she order 3 Chicken Sopes $16. our meals came reasonably quick considering it seemed like they were fairly busy. it was noon. The food was delicious. seasoned perfect! even the beans and rice were chef's kiss! the portions were big and embarrassingly, i ate all my food and it was not a lunch portion. My favorite go-to establishment had been a Mexican restaurant food chain in Long Beach, until now. i cannot wait to go back. read more

Los Compadres - 3 Sopes - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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My boyfriend and I just tried this spot and we loved it!! Great service as well. Definitely coming back. read more

Los Compadres - Enchiladas suizas - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Started with a wonderful server, Crystal. Right there and the drinks, taking the orders and refilling our beverages. The chips and two salsa were a great start. The house salsa is outstanding and the second salsa is very good I think maybe roasted poblano, but a little hotter which is great also. Ordered a Chile Verde burrito wet and it has a wonderful tomatillo edge to some very tender pork. Wife just got an ala carte cheese enchilada and she loved it. This place is a keeper and will be back. Only challenge is getting in the parking lot - no entrance off Anaheim so go past going west and turn right on first street and the turn right down the first alley read more

First time here, Parking Lot is good size, greeted as soon as we entered. Seated immediately and our server Valentina was great right from the start! She took our drink order and we were brought out Hot chips and fresh salsa. We arrived during hapoy hour so our drinks were priced nice! I ordered a strawberry margarita amd ge ordered a Cadillac... Drinks were strong! Valentina gave us plenty of time to look over the menu and even gave some recommendations. I ordered the Filete w/ the Costa Azul shrimp... Filete was cooked perfect and not over seasoned and the Costa Azul, came with Consome de cameron. All of it was so good! I didn't finish my plate but everything was so good I took it home. Bf got the Fajitas Shrimp and Steak he really enjoyed it! We both ordered a 2nd round of drinks! All in all THE VIBES THE FOOD THE SERVICE was all TOP NOTCH! Super shout out to Valentina, with a server like her you are sure to get many repeat customers! Hope you pass along the good feedback! In this day it really is hard to find someone who loves their job enough to give service like that! WE WILL BE BACK! read more

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Just wow. Of all the times I've driven by this place and never knew it was here or noticed it. It's incognito, the front of the restaurant is the backside of a Main Street and the parking lot is always full. First time coming here was on Sunday and we already came back for more on Friday night. Experience was a little different each time. We waited 40 mins tonight but had a beer while we waited and enjoyed conversation with some nice folks outside. Night time is bustling, but the staff here still delivered stellar service. We had Hector and he was exceptional if I could request him as our waiter every time I would. I enjoy the atmosphere, it's Jumpy and fun. Day time was a little more relaxed. For food it's delicious traditional food. I can always tell if I will love Mexican food by the way the rice and the enchilada sauce tastes and here it's on point. I've tried the mole, green and red enchiladas so far. I will be back to explore the rest of the menu for drinks and food really soon! read more

Los Compadres - Asada & Enchilada - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This was my second time at Los Compadres. The first visit wasn't great, but I decided to give it another chance. I will say, the food was wonderful. The chorizo fondue is a 10/10, the enchiladas were solid, and the pricing felt reasonable. Parking is a bit tight, but manageable. Unfortunately, the customer service completely ruined the experience. Our server, Enrique, was extremely rude and had a very nasty attitude. It made us feel uncomfortable the entire time. No matter how good the food is, customer service matters, and this fell very short. Because of the service alone, I won't be returning. It's unfortunate, because the food truly was good, but a bad server can ruin an entire dining experience. The restaurant had that old Hollywood feel it was great busy read more

Been here many times & not too sure why I haven't left a review, so here we are! Place is always jammin' with customers. The food is top tier and their drinks are amazing. My absolute favorite thing to order is their shrimp enchiladas with green sauce. The best!!! read more

Los Compadres - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

The parking lot is a little small but great service and food. I was promptly served and seated. They have a large menu to choose from with happy hour menu mon-fri. I had chilaquiles with carne asada and huevos mixed in the with chips. My friend had a wet burrito. Both were delicious and great portions. The chips are super crispy despite being soaked in salsa. I love the chips and salsa they serve while you wait for the food as well. Would definitely be back if I'm in the area. read more

Los Compadres - Chilaquiles with carne asada and eggs mixed into chips - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Finally got to experience the magic of Los compadres! Parking can get tricky-but the lot in the back had a bunch of spots. We came early (5) so that had a lot to do with finding parking. They are open during construction as of 6/12/25. Walked right up and got seated by a really friendly hostess who went through the menu and the best sellers. Our server was super friendly and really attentive! The ambiance is festive (a bit loud) and good for families. Feels like an old school restaurant with big red booths and a cozy vibe. Happy hour is from 4-7!! Kinda amazing. I couldn't get enough of the chips and salsa. The beer was soooooo cold and delicious. Grilled fish tacos might have been my favorite. Ceviche was a Big portion-crazy how much you get for happy hour! Also got a basic side salad and a chicken taco. Trea leches cake was inhaled! I'll be back! read more

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We all loved our food it was absolutely delicious. The server was very nice and attentive kept checking in which is a good thing especially when it's a busy day. The place is nice and clean can't wait to go again! read more

Friendly service and delicious food. One our go to spots for sure. They have the main dining room area but also have a more intimate booths at the bar room which is nice read more

Los Compadres - Shrimp & fish ceviche - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

First time here. Was excited by getting some garlic shrimp. Sadly they were on the small side and not garlickie enough. The aguachile was delicious though. I'd definitely go back and get the aguachile. David our server was friendly and attentive. Handsome too. The space is dark, moody and very loud. read more

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In the mood for Mexican caldos we looked up "best caldo de res in Long Beach" and many people's lists included Los Compadres, so we decided to check out their non-downtown Long Beach location. Though the exterior is under construction at the moment, the parking lot and restaurant are still open. We walked in and it was nicer than I expected, with a bar area plus a larger main dining room. Service was friendly and attentive. The menu is extensive and I took photos. We chose caldo de res and also pozole. Both soups were large and very tasty, though when we make caldo de res at home we usually include cabbage, chayote, and sometimes ejotes (green beans). We also ordered tamarindo agua fresca and pink lemonade to drink. The pink lemonade was very concentrated and sweet, but the tamarindo agua fresca was nice and tart. I am admittedly a totopos (tortilla chip) snob and like them thick like in Mexico; the complimentary chips and salsa at Los Compadres were hot and made fresh but the chips still had the thin texture with specks that are not my personal fave. To finish, we had tres leches cake for dessert, which came drizzled with chocolate and was a decadent end to the meal. Prices were on the higher side but portions were generous. Overall, a solid establishment for Mexican food in Long Beach! read more

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It's been 2 years since my last review, so I figured it was time to provide an update. My husband and I frequently stop in for lunch or early dinner (we're seniors, although I don't look a day over 45 ) and are excited to see the new improvements such as the fresh exterior and new patio (soon to open), as well as the kitchen and server station. Next will be the dining area and bar! I can't say enough great things about the food and service (not to mention the BEST margaritas in town)! It is such a good feeling to be recognized as 'regulars', and we know most of the staff on a first name basis. Adel has been our server on multiple occasions, and not only does he provide great service, he seems to have an intuition about his guests ensuring a personalized experience every time. In short, if you want delicious authentic Mexican food, a full bar, and fantastic service, Los Compadres is the place to go. Tell them Kevin & Jerry sent you! read more

Very good. Service was excellent I had the Enchiladas Suiza it was tasty, beans and rice home style cooking. I really enjoyed the ambiance. read more

Los Compadres - Enchiladas Suizas Combo - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

They're undergoing renovations but still open for business! Love that they have their own parking because parking in Long Beach is tough. Service is always great and food is even better! Consistently delicious every time. read more

Los Compadres - Super Burrito half and half - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I've been going to Los Compadres for about 20 years, visiting both of their Long Beach locations, and I can confidently say it's my favorite Mexican restaurant of all time. The food is consistently excellent--fresh, high-quality ingredients, bold flavors, and dishes that always taste like they were made with care. Their homemade chips and perfectly balanced salsa are truly second to none. I've probably dined here over 100 times, and I'm sure I'll dine here another hundred. The restaurants are always clean, the atmosphere is warm, and the service is top-notch every single visit. I've introduced countless friends and family to Los Compadres over the years, and everyone says the same thing: this is one of their favorite Mexican restaurants, period. My personal favorite dish is the octopus cocktail--absolutely incredible--and a close second is the enchiladas suizas, which are always flavorful and perfectly prepared. I genuinely can't say enough good things about this place. After two decades, Los Compadres continues to be the restaurant I look forward to every time. Highly, highly recommended. read more

Los Compadres - Coctel De Camaron & Pulpo - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is by far my favorite Mexican restaurant. Authentic Mexican food that's always delicious. Service is excellent. I always have Hector wait on us as he is always on top of everything from our food to our drinks. He is the best waiter. Today he recommended a fajita steak omelet that was super delicioso the vibe is also always great. Everyone is always in a good mood. Edgar the manager is also the best. Edgar is definitely the true definition of a manager he always helping all the servers and customers. He is super polite and welcoming. read more

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When it comes to Mexican food in Long Beach, Los Compadres is our tried and true go to. It's the kind of spot you keep coming back to because the portions are huge, the flavors are bold and authentic, and the drinks come heavy handed exactly how it should be. We've never once left disappointed. I always kick things off with a La Rubia (strong, smooth, and guaranteed to get you feeling loose), while my girl goes for the Cha Bella also a heavy pour and just as good. Drinks here are no joke. For food, it's hard to stray from our usual order the Super Burritos. My girl keeps hers classic with green sauce on the side and extra limes, while I go all in and order mine wet half red, half green sauce. Both are packed, flavorful, and guaranteed to have you plotting a food coma nap right after. The service is always quick and reliable, which makes the whole experience even better. No frills, just great food, strong drinks, and consistency you can count on. If you know, you know Los Compadres is a Long Beach staple. Come hungry, leave happy (and maybe a little tipsy) read more

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Got seated as soon as I walked in ordered the shrimp super burrito mannn it was smackinnnn so on point ! The flavor explodes in your mouth and they were rather generous with the shrimp . The green sauce had a nice kick to it but not unbearable very tasty . Service was great to very helpful . Outside was getting remolded but the inside was still nice . Love this place definitely coming back !! read more

Los Compadres - Shrimp Super Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

great spot! I always make sure to bring family and friends here when visiting from outta town as well as special occasions. Needing a nap after our two frozen mango margaritas, chips, salsa, carne asada and chicken tostada salad. We love this place. Always great food and excellent service every time. read more

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This location is quite busy despite having reservations. Parking can be challenging, both on the street and in the restaurant's parking lot. We highly recommend making a reservation, as even with one, you may still experience a wait beyond your scheduled time. The wait staff are kind, patient, and courteous, speaking both Spanish and English, and are accommodating. The atmosphere is busy, many group parties with tons of laughter. The food takes some time to arrive, so it's advisable to order small, light appetizers; when the food does arrive, the presentation is inviting and the portions are generous. read more

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I have lived in Long Beach for a while and I'm embarrassed to say this was my first time visiting this amazing establishment. It's a beautiful location and getting some more improvements currently. I wasn't sure it was open when I first pulled up. I was excited to know they were because I saw the super tostada salad on yelp and I had to have it. I got it with birria meat which was tender juicy and flavorful. The service was friendly and fast. Great overall experience! read more

Been coming to Los Compadres since 2010 and it will always be one of my favorite places to dine. Authentic, consistent, good quality. Staff has always been kind. I usually sit in the bar area. Ample seating. Gets very busy during happy hour and evenings so plan accordingly. The grilled fish tacos will always be my go to and of course, a house margarita. Honorable mention for the Micheladas- hits the spot every time. read more

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