My friend and I tried this place again for their bulgogi and birria tacos. I like that they just…read moreuse one tortilla, but put some cheese on it. The meat fills the whole taco, so you get a mouthful. They have deals on DD, so you're getting a decent portion, compared to other Mexican restaurants in the area. I like the birria a bit more than the bulgogi, but both are pretty tasty. I don't think I could ever get sick of the flavors. However, I was full after 2 tacos since they are chunky. So, I recommend the BOGO to anyone who wants something a little different but still familiar.

First time eating here and all I've got to say is ....Whoa! This place did NOT disappoint on ANY…read morelevel!!! Our Pastor and Bulgogi burritos were the BOMB!!! Delightful Unexpected flavors and textures exploded in our mouth! Our taste buds were dancing with joy ! So light and refreshing with a squeeze of lime and at the same time very VERY satiating /satisfying. Edward our cashier/server is a very kind and friendly guy not to mention his Saint like patience answering our many questions. The food presentation was simple clean very appealing to the eye which only added to our anticipation and delight. Bravo also, we appreciated the "NO TV" ambiance which I believe enhanced our overall focus and appreciation of our food and dining experience. (We enjoyed talking to each other and to our server) (NO TV ZOMBIES HERE!) We definitely will be coming back and telling our friends about this place Thank you Edward!

Stopped here during work and grabbed three tacos, asada, buche, and cabeza. All three had great…read moreflavor, especially paired with their salsa verde and onions. You really can't go wrong. Before leaving, I saw someone get a birria taco and immediately got a little jealous. So naturally, I came back with my coworkers an hour later. GOOD GOLLY MISS MOLLY. That birria taco was . Paired with the consommé, I was in heaven. You can tell they let that consommé cook low and slow for a long time. It was rich, hearty, deeply flavorful, and full of that collagen goodness. 10/10. Would absolutely come back and bring my friends. And next time, I'm definitely not leaving without the birria.

Yessss! I'm so glad we stopped by because the birria tacos and birria ramen were fire! Finally a…read moreplace that has good salsa to go with the food. The quality of the chicken in the chicken tacos looked great. The asada tacos were okay. The service was great! The girl at the register was very welcoming and offered great suggestions on the menu. It's a small place, I noticed most orders were "to go" but it's also roomy enough to sit and enjoy your food.

This is a decent spot for tacos. I liked the guacamole at the self-service bar…read more -Asada taco: The asada had decent flavor. -Adobada taco: The taste of the adobada was fine. I personally liked the asada better. -Cebada Drink: This drink had a good barley flavor.

I had a very disappointing experience here and unfortunately will not be coming back…read more I ordered an asada burrito, and the quality of the food was extremely poor. The meat and overall burrito did not taste fresh or good at all. A few hours after eating it, my stomach started hurting badly and I began feeling nauseous and like I wanted to throw up. Based on how I felt afterward, I was very concerned about the quality of the food I was served. The service wasn't much better. While the guy was preparing our food, he received a phone call, picked up his phone, and walked away. We had asked him to add something spicy to our food, but our request was basically ignored. Between the poor service, disgusting taste, and how sick I felt a few hours after eating the burrito, I definitely don't plan on returning. I expected much better quality and attention, especially when it comes to food being served to customers.

Best chicken Tacos! Tacos are delicious. This spot is old school. I only go for the chicken tacos…read more All the other meats or better at the other food trucks/restaurants. I haven't found a place that beats there chicken tacos.

*** Cash only & raising taco price to $2.50 starting in mid August ***…read more Chema's Tacos is a mom-and-pop + brick-and-mortar taco shop in Whittier and was established in 1986. They only sell taco - no burrito, no beans & rice, and no chips. [Parking]: Limited and few spots available right in front of the taco shop. However I had no issue finding a spot on Saturday night. [Ambiance & Amenities]: This taco shop doesn't have the sexiest decor. There are 7 indoor tables, one ATM, and old-school toy vending machines. One unisex restroom available. [Menu]: 7 meat options for taco - carne asada, al pastor, tripas, pollo (chicken), sesos (brain), buche (stomach), cabeza (head), and chorizo (sausage). *** Carne asada taco + Al pastor taco (with everything, dine-in - $2.25): One of employees brought a plate of tacos to my table. Unfortunately I thought both tacos with double-layer tortilla tasted just alright - salsa had a hint of spicy kick, but flavor profile was bland. *** Feels like this is one of those nostalgia spots for locals who live in Whittier for decades, but there are just too many good $2+ street tacos in LA in 2025.

Absolute 5-star spot! You know you're in for a good meal when you can grab an ice-cold beer and…read moredive into incredible, authentic tacos. I got a taco loaded with tender grilled steak, perfectly cooked shrimp, fresh guacamole, melted cheese, and diced red onion on a warm corn tortilla--plus a squeeze of lime to tie it all together. The Surf & Turf combination was amazingly flavorful, juicy, and well-portioned. The casual, vibrant atmosphere makes it a great spot to kick back with friends. If you're looking for top-tier tacos and a laid-back vibe, this place is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back soon!

Desvelado is a Spanish adjective meaning sleepless, wide awake, or unable to sleep. Insomnia, in…read moreother words. It seems to me that insomnia would be better suited to the name of a coffee shop than a Mexican restaurant, but names have never been my department. Let me begin by saying that the food was good, the beer was cold, and the bill was so reasonable that you almost felt you had gotten away with something. The place itself is another matter. The decorations are gauche in the determined way of a restaurant that has been decorated rather than furnished. The music is loud enough to discourage conversation, and the temperature was kept a skosh below uncomfortable, as though the management had made a study of the precise point at which a person begins to sweat. I had two El Sonora tacos, one beef and one carnitas, and both were excellent. The Anaheim pepper, stuffed with cheese, was the thing that pushed the taco from merely good into the territory of something worth remembering. The signature flautas were also very good, which surprised me because I have never been much of a flauta man. The beer came properly cold. They serve Victoria, my favorite Mexican beer and one that, for reasons I have never understood, is not available in nearly as many places as it ought to be. Then there was the bad. A waitress pushed two tables together to make a four-top. The resulting table was so uneven that it appeared to be considering collapse. It teetered to one side throughout the meal, and although the problem could have been corrected with two folded napkins under a table leg, nobody seemed interested in conducting such an operation. And then there was the ugly. A man sitting at the bar was eating his dinner and drinking a beer while taking intermittent puffs from a vape. There was something about the whole arrangement, the beer, the food, the vapor hanging around his face that made the place feel, for a moment, less like Southern California and more like Mexico. I suppose that is part of the charm they were going for. Anyway, the food was good. The beer was cold. The prices were fair. But restaurants are made up of more than tacos and beer, and Desvelado never quite managed to get the rest of it right. I can say with some confidence that I might be back.

I was in the mood for tacos or Mexican food and had seen this place on TikTok. My niece and nephew,…read morewho live in Whittier, highly recommended that I give this spot a try--and I'm so glad I did! I highly recommend getting the tacos at Papa. They were delicious and packed with flavor! The fresh veggies they put on top were so good, and you could really taste all the flavors in the red salsa they add. It wasn't spicy at all--just full of flavor. I also got a sope de asada, and it was absolutely delicious. The masa was nice and crunchy, not soggy like at many other places. My niece got the Wet Burrito and ate the whole thing! She said it really hit the spot. We also had an Agua de Piña and a Horchata, both of which were great. If you're in Whittier, you definitely need to give this place a try! The service was friendly and fast, and there's plenty of outdoor seating with a few tables inside. Definitely recommend!

Stopped by Wen Chef Taqueria and really enjoyed the bistec tacos! The ingredients tasted fresh and…read moregood quality, and the salsas were delicious. Customer service was great, and the atmosphere was quiet and relaxed for a Saturday. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu!

Tacburg is a real mixed bag. On the one hand, they serve up some truly tasty bites -- the savory,…read moretender Pumba tacos were a highlight. On the other hand, they serve up a heaping plate of inconsistency. Three different items from their already small menu weren't available. No Al Pastor? Multiple beers tapped out? And this was early in the evening, not closing time. It made me wonder: supply chain problem, or did they just forget to go shopping? With only one server and one cook on duty, the whole place had a vibe of "we're trying, but please don't look too closely." Service was friendly, but the overall atmosphere felt a little uncomfortable, like something was just... off. As for the food: the Pumba tacos were excellent, the Gobernator shrimp taco was also good, and then there was the "side salad." Calling it a salad feels generous. It looked like someone raided the burger garnish tray and charged me $8 for it. Full iceberg leaves, a few tomato slices, a browning avocado, and purple onion just sat there staring at me, daring me to fight it. It was such a disaster I almost had to set up a GoFundMe page for it. The space itself is modern and vibrant, and the menu ideas are creative -- if only you can actually order them. Unfortunately, the potential doesn't outweigh the frustration. We won't be back.

This place has a pretty good menu - it was a fusion sort of menu with things that you often see but…read morealso don't see. The sonorense dog was so good. Probably one of my favorites. The Skeletor taco was really good as well and the waffle fries are so good. Parking is a little annoying but if you come during off hours, it should be fine.

The homemade tortillas are pressed for each individual order. The asada and chicken are flavorful…read more The tacos are made fresh to order and delicious. I had the asada taco & chicken quesadilla. A great off the beaten path spot in Whittier.

Finally found yummy tacos in Whittier! A little further south than where we live but oh my!…read more The asada tacos! They taste like your Tio made them fresh in the backyard. I also had their yummy birria taco! My husband inhaled his chicken tacos lol The salsas are so good too! You can definitely taste the quality and love in the food. It can make you cry. As someone who grew up on East LA tacos and Mexico tacos in the summers, I guarantee you this is the spot. The place is loud as any taco spot is, but we got them to go and ate them in the comfort of our car Someone always walks around to ensure tables remain clean for the next customer. Service is great! Such friendly staff. If you decide to give it try, have an asada taco with no avocado for me ps they are on DoorDash.

Definitely a go to spot for some tacos. Hand made tortillas, flavorful choices and each item is…read morepacked w proteins. The ribs are their staple, but tacos, vampiros, burritos, mulitas quesadillas, they got it. They don't do card, just cash zelle or Venmo. I catch them at the Whittier Blvd, Washington intersection. You won't be disappointed.

I came on a Thursday. It was just an empty lot and they were not there. Not sure if they're still…read morein business, but call and confirm if you're Ute coming by this area