They have a wide selection of meats for tacos. Always polite. Great salsa. Try the el Pastor!read more

Disappointing considering the rating/reviews. Meat on tacos were small, dry and bland. Horchata…read moretasted watery and slightly sour.

10/10 El Pastor Tacos - HOLY COW, I'm so glad I found this spot. These are honestly some of the…read morebest tacos I've tried in town!! The seasoning and cooking were seriously on point. I just wish they were a little closer to me because the drive is a bit far! Cost - $2.50 each taco.

I've eaten here a few times. The food is good mostly…read more If you don't look and talk like them they will leave you feeling like an outsider. It's an oddity. A food truck with no wheels. Or a sort of permanently stationed thing that really isn't a sit down restaurant but it has seating. I don't know what to call it. Parking is pretty much impossible. I returned multiple times and ended up leaving due to nowhere to park. You have to get lucky. Or live in walking distance.

Ordered for delivery on Door Dash. Food is authentic, big portions. Salsa is flavorful with a good…read morespice.

Super, super fresh food! Tastes homemade, not greasy at all, and made to order. I had the scrambled…read moreeggs a la Mexícana (scrambled with veggies) with white potatoes and refried beans; very filling and healthy. The salsas and corn tortillas were made fresh. My partner had the egg & ham breakfast sandwich on wheat bread, with ooey-gooey cheese, and it was delicious. I cannot wait to try more things, like their cemitas, tortas, tuna melt and patty melt. Service was fast and friendly, and the little restaurant inside is so cutely old-school.

A friend from church shared La Villa's family takeout special with us, and that's how we discovered…read morethis little gem! We decided to stop in after church and give it a try. The restaurant is small, but we were able to get a table in the back corner. It was a little snug, but honestly, our hunger was more pressing. First up--the chips and salsa were THE BOMB! That salsa was so fresh, flavorful, and had just the right kick. I could have--and pretty much did--drink it. They also brought us a bowl of beans topped with crema, and my kids were practically fighting over them. My husband and kids ordered burritos: two steak, one chile verde, and one chorizo. They were a good size and were instantly devoured, which is always a good sign! I ordered their $11 special: an enchilada, chicken taco, beans, and rice. It was flavorful, filling, and straight-up OG Mexican food. I really enjoyed my entire plate, especially for the price. My only complaint was the noise level. We had a speaker directly over our table, so the music was pretty loud, and the table next to us was a little loud as well. It made conversation a bit difficult at times. But all in all, we will definitely be back! I'm so happy we discovered another Mexican restaurant to add to our rotation. Now, La Villa... I just need that salsa recipe! I need a few cups so I can drink it! I loved learning that they've been around since 1969.

We came for the first time and were confused by the menu. We had a family of 4 so wanted to order…read morethe family pack. Was told that was only for to-go. Ended up ordering burritos, tamales, enchiladas, hard and soft shell tacos, etc. - Tamales were the best. Meaty carnitas - burrito was next best. Meaty, not too much filling. I'm from NM so love the wet style. It bugged me that you have to pay extra for Christmas style. Who really likes getting charged for a lick of sauce? How much does that sauce really cost the business? Look, I walked away and I still remember you wanted to charge me some nominal fee for the sauce. I told my friends. Now I'm telling my friends on Yelp. The owner should read up on pricing psychology. He probably doesn't want to be known as the guy who charges for sauce, is my guess. - Chicken taco was a nice size and tasted ok - enchiladas were mid Salsa is only free for the first 2 servings. Even for a table of 4, that bugged me. Again, he's known now as the guy who nickels and dimes. Sigh. Ambiance is dark inside like a pub. It would look more modern and family friendly with more natural light. As most would expect out of a restaurant. We came here during a World Cup game. The game was on. That was a plus We were thinking of coming back to order the family pack. Then no one at home would charge me extra for the salsa. ha!! I read just now in another review that this place charges for hot water. Ok then, the owners is STRIVING to be the nickel and dime people. Yelpers are talking and people are listening. Do yourselves a favor and reverse these dumb pricing practices. You'll never know the business you are losing for the $2 here and $3 there. It's never worth it!

Build your own Chilaquiles?! Are you kidding me?! Say, LESS!…read more This option for me is ridiculously awesome that I gatekeep it from myself I love chilaquiles and have only gone to this place twice. I recently relocated to my home division at work in Carson so I'm definitely going to be more frequent, i promise! No other spot will top my plate! Why? Cus i created it myself! This option is 10/10. Im a big foody and big on satisfaction and service, so it sucks to feel that something is missing from your order but got exactly what was stated on the menu. (Hope you catch my drift) Service is really good. They do get busy and you might not get that connection you may expect but its only because they are multitasking and getting it done! As long as when im approached and attended great im good with that. I do like how they work together and help each other out to ease the line. That only means they read the room perfectly and want to take care of everyone. Seating could be more comfy but its all there. Based off their food, im sure things will only get better for them and their business so im happy to support. The aguas frescas are really good. The quality of the meat is really good as well as the portion. There honestly isn't much more to say, i 10/10 recommend! Oh, and they have other common mexican servings as well if your not in the mood for a tortilla chip

Driving by found this place and it great. Now I want one to open in Santa Clarita. Freshly made in…read morefront of you and they ask what toppings you want. If this place was closer I would come more often.

I love the bean and cheese pupusa and the spinach and cheese pupusa. I need the Tuesdays Special…read moreback of the Pupusa and Tacos.

This place is such a hidden gem tucked away in a little pocket of Gardena! We first tried their…read morepupusas as takeout a while back, and they were so delicious that we knew we had to come back and dine in--and I'm so glad we did. For dinner, we ordered the parrillada, and it did not disappoint. It came out sizzling hot--a huge platter loaded with carne asada, chicken, shrimp, longaniza wrapped in bacon, veggies, fried yuca, and perfectly cooked potato slices. It also came with a small pot of beans, guacamole, and a side of curtido that added the perfect tangy crunch. It's listed as a meal for two, but honestly, there was plenty for three (maybe even four) to share! The vibe here is relaxed and welcoming, the kind of family-owned spot that makes you feel right at home. Great food, friendly service, and portions that leave you smiling and full. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the Gardena area

Still the bomb, even years later. Great service. Made in house food. Moist soft airy tamales. I got…read moreone of each!

My go-to spot for conchas in the Torrance area…read more Tucked inside a small strip mall, La Esperanza is one of those hidden gems that's easy to miss but absolutely worth finding. Their conchas are always fresh and consistently well made. I love how balanced the flavor is--not too sweet, with just the right hint of cinnamon that never overpowers the bread. Soft, fluffy, and perfect with a cup of coffee. The parking lot can be a little sketchy , but don't let that stop you. If you're in the South Bay, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Playa Dorada 10522 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles,…read moreCalifornia 90044 is one of those neighborhood gems that doesn't need a concept or any neon signs because the food is that good. The food is straight-up good, the kind that makes you pause mid-bite like, "Yeah... they understood the assignment." Service is good, friendly, and attentive without hovering like a probation officer. And the rarest treasure of all in L.A.: ample parking. That alone is basically a five-star amenity. Wham-bam thank-you ma'am. Now here's the official co-sign: this is my best friend Ronald's favorite restaurant. Ronald comes here all the time and he's not guessing--he's dialed in. His go-to are the pupusas de chicharrón, and at this point he's so consistent Ronald should have his own plaque on the wall. So do yourself a favor: pull up and ask for "the Ronald Pupusa de chicharrón with extra love." If they laugh, you're in the right place. If they don't laugh, order it anyway because the food will still do what it does. Quick reality check for outsiders rivals visitors: this is the hood. I'm from this hood, so it's normal to me--but if you're not from around here, don't slide down Vermont dressed like you're trying to get "checked" for fun. No loud sports jerseys, no sagging, no hat cocked sideways like you're rehearsing a persona. Be low-key, be respectful, move smart, and you'll be completely fine. Bottom line: Playa Dorada (10522 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90044) is worth the stop--great food, good service, parking that won't ruin your mood, and a real local vibe. And if you leave without trying the Ronald Pupusa de chicharrón with extra love, that's on you. Jordan

I can't lie, the pupusas were good and tasty, but, our visit was a bit of a letdown. It took over…read more40 minutes to get our order of 3 pupusas when the place wasn't even that busy. To make things worse, after we EVENTUALLY got our food, nobody came to check on us and we had to go look for someone to bring us some of the extras like the curtido and hot sauce. While the food here is good, the service and how long it takes to get your food is a serious letdown and very disappointing.