This bar is fantastic! A large space with lots of options for seating inside and out. Very chill…read morevibe. We had intended to go to the bar next door, but one look at the crowd there and the loud throbbing music turned us off. I had wanted to go to Mi Corazon anyway, and was glad the group agreed. Lots of great mezcal and tequila options, as well as a well-stocked bar with wine, beer and cocktails. And the food menu looks great, but we didn't try it. Next time! The bartender was great and served us at our table. Brought us chips and a delicious homemade spicy salsa. The atmosphere was perfect for conversation, with good indie music playing at the right level. I will be back.

1 Star -- Extremely disappointing experience…read more Unfortunately, our experience at this restaurant was horrible from the moment we arrived. When I first arrived, I gave them the name of our reservation, and the staff had no idea what I was talking about. We were a party of 6, yet they seated us at a tiny table that was clearly not appropriate for our group. When it was time to order, my husband very clearly told the waiter which pasta he wanted and even showed him a picture of the item on the menu. The waiter looked at it and agreed. My food came out, but my husband's food never did. We eventually found out that his order was never even put in. What made it worse was when the waiter came out saying, "Oh my God, I thought you said you didn't want it." Everyone at the table looked at him completely confused because my husband had literally told him what he wanted and showed him the menu item. Instead of simply acknowledging the mistake and fixing it, we were left waiting. On top of that, trying to get anyone's attention was nearly impossible. We had to repeatedly try to get someone's attention just to get basic service. Then there was another issue with the entrance fee. My sister-in-law had messages showing that we were told that if we ate at the restaurant, we would no longer have to pay the entrance fee. We showed those messages to the woman handling the wristbands, but instead of looking into it or speaking to someone who could clarify the situation, she simply said, "I don't know, you have to pay." No attempt was made to investigate or resolve the issue. After everything that happened, they still added a tip to the bill, despite the extremely poor service we received. Overall, this was one of the most frustrating restaurant experiences I've had. Poor communication, poor service, lack of organization, and no effort to make things right. I definitely will not be recommending this place to anyone, and we will not be returning.

EVERYTHING IS AMAZING! Food , service, ambiance, Can't…read moreremember the servers name but she was fantastic! She deserves all the credit honestly. Whoever sees this, please let her know we loved her! And she deserves a freaking raise!

I felt a bit conflicted on how to rate my experience at Ka'teen. I came here on a date night with…read moremy husband and had a mixed experience. We had the earliest reservation available at 5:30 PM. When we arrived, we had to join a line outside in the rain as the restaurant was a few minutes late to opening. While it wasn't a huge deal, it's not something I've experienced before. Shortly after, we were let into the outdoor restaurant through a beautiful thatch tunnel. The aesthetic is stunning. There is a lot of lush greenery and beautiful woven lantern lights, complemented by chill, ambient house music playing throughout. Unfortunately, we were seated very close to a speaker, so the volume was way too loud and made it a bit hard to hear--less than ideal for a date night, though I understand and appreciate the vision. The restaurant also burns incense that fills the air, which I believe was Palo Santo. I personally love that scent, so it was enjoyable for me, but it's something to be mindful of if you are sensitive to smoke or fragrances. Since this restaurant is attached to a hotel, the crowd vibe is a bit odd. Some people, like my husband and me, were dressed nicely for a date night or birthday celebration, while others were literally wearing sweats, flip-flops, and baseball caps. I know the restaurant is catering to hotel guests, but I do wish there was at least a minimal dress code to align with the gorgeous aesthetic and the steep cost of the meal. All of the staff we interacted with were incredibly kind! Our server was wonderful. He was genuinely so nice, and we really appreciated this part of our visit a lot. We ordered quite a bit of food, so we got to taste a lot of the menu. My husband had a Mezcalita de Yucatán to start, and for food, we ordered the blood orange aguachile, the potato taquitos, the cochinita pibil, the oxtail frites, the corn esquite, and the frijoles de la olla. As the sun goes down, the restaurant uses ambient lighting. While I usually like this, one major flaw is that there is so little light that we couldn't see what we were eating by the time our main courses came. Part of the experience of dining is the visual, and we genuinely were unable to see our plates. I don't personally drink mezcal, but my husband enjoyed his cocktail and said it was light and refreshing. The blue prawn and blood orange aguachile featured a delicious, vibrantly tart crimson sauce with a great chili kick, but the prawns themselves were disappointingly mushy and stringy rather than snap-tender. Unfortunately, the dish was held back further by being served with only two very dry, sub-par tostadas. The potato taquitos were exactly as expected; you can't really mess up a dish that is fried and filled with potatoes. The flavor profile of the oxtail sauce was fantastic and the small amount of meat available was incredibly tasty, but the dish suffered from structural flaws. The oxtail itself was disappointingly skimpy on meat. This was okay since my husband and I shared both of the mains, but for the price point, the portion of meat should be more generous. Also, because the Yucatán frites were served directly in the heavy sauce, they quickly became soggy, developing a starchy and slightly slimy texture rather than a crisp bite. The cochinita pibil was yummy, and the pork pulled apart beautifully alongside the excellent fresh tortillas. As for the sides, the frijoles were solid but unremarkable, and while the esquites tasted good, they were a tad too soupy in consistency. While the kitchen clearly understands flavor profiles, the technical execution across all dishes was flawed. Worse still, unfortunately, we ended up with food poisoning after eating here. I cannot say for certain which dish caused it since we ordered an array of things on the menu, but it was a huge bummer, and I would definitely be hesitant to recommend Ka'teen consequently.

Sonoratown took the top spot on our LA taco tour. The amazing smell of their kitchen as you walk in…read morejust tells you you're in for a treat. I had immediate regrets not getting more than 1 taco. The meat was flavorful and juicy, the tortilla de harina amazingly soft, the salsas packed a great punch of spice and flavor. All around spectacular. I even got an horchata de coco to wash it all down and that made it even better. The shop is small but has some seating indoor and outdoor. Great decor and art on the walls. Service was fast and staff were very nice. I am not in LA much but will go be going back to Sonoratown.

On all honesty I really wanted to like this place the ambiance was nice it's small but cool drove…read moreall the way from Simi to see what the hype was about... we order 5 tacos 4 de asada 1 de cabeza and one chorizo... with Sonora flour tortillas we were so stoked about but we were disappointed sadly We got our order and our tortillas were COLD... we got our order quick maybe it was an off day... would I come back again maybe to give it another shot will say it will be soon I doubt it ... There's no parking and it's expensive 5 bucks for 15min 20 for the day but if it helps use spot hero paid 12.00 bucks for 4 hrs

If I could, I would give this place above 5 stars. Interior…read moreis beautifully decorated and maintained. Service was also lovely and attentive. The real highlight here is the food. The whipped beans and corn starters were to die for, my partner doesn't eat beans and that dish ended up being our favorite "bite of the night". Ceviche and tostada starter was great and had a decent amount of spice that builds. And for the entree, our chicken was an absolute hit. ALSO some of my favorite mixed drinks I've had in a long time. Balanced and boozy with great flavor.

Let's be honest. The location is kinda sketchy. Not the best area. However, we liked the vibe of…read morethe restaurant and felt safe there. Our server was Josh and he was great! He was super friendly and professional. The food was really good. We loved the lamb chops, ceviche and the red snapper. Thanks Josh!

Guelaguetza is a festive and joyful space for celebrations. There's colorful art throughout with a…read morepink tree in the middle surrounded by marigolds. As you enter the main dining room, there's a show. A couple people are laying down an energetic beat on a large marimba while guitarists play traditional Oaxacan melodies. Chapulines: These toasted grasshoppers are crispy like chips or fried shrimp. Seasoned with olive oil, garlic, salt, and chile de arbol, they'd be s great snack with a cold beer. Tear off a piece of the house-made tortilla and form a taco with some chapulines, avocado, Oaxacan string cheese, and salsa. Mole Rojo: The incredible red mole is a complex blend of warm spices. There's layers of creamy nuttiness from toasted almonds, peanuts, and sesame seeds. Heirloom tomatoes provide redness and sweetness. The Chilhuacle rojo is an heirloom chili pepper from Oaxaca known for a citrusy fig-like flavor with jalapeño-like heat. Ancho chilies add some faint smokiness. The aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves add to the boldness of smooth comforting flavors. With giant, juicy, and tender pork ribs and rice, and more house-made tortillas, it's easy to clean up all the delicious mole! Flan: For my continuing birthday month festivities, my friends surprised me with a big slice of flan with a candle. The custard is cold, thick, rich, smooth, and creamy. Parking: They have a huge valet parking lot for $7. There's also street parking in the neighboring streets.

Maybe they're really good at what they do, but I'm just not into authentic mole sauce and tostadas?…read moreI feel like we sampled a big part of the menu (4 kinds of mole with shredded chicken, a huge Tlayuda and a Mamela sampler (5 tostados, but not easy to share each kind because it's hard to cut), but nothing really stood out for me. The food prices were reasonable (but not drinks - they were pricey!), but I guess it's hard to live up to the level of hype this place gets (Eater LA, James Beard nom, lots of other awards, etc). My 3-star award would set expectations at a more realistic level. Regret not going to a Korean place in koreatown.

The food is AMAZING, staff are great and the prices are good too…read more Incredible ambience really recommend it here

This place has a lot of character and it's right by dodger Stadium. It's been there forever and the…read moreambience is great. It makes a great sports bar but the best thing about it ?!? The chile rellano Best I've ever had

I was SO excited to discover a place like this! Honestly, this is exactly why I love LA --…read morestumbling upon gorgeous, unexpected gems like this one! First of all, the entrance is an adventure in itself! If you're walking too fast, you might miss it (or, like us, accidentally end up at the huge bar next door ). But stay focused and find the right entrance, because you're in for a pleasant surprise! Once inside, you'll discover just how expansive this place really is. Two stories of chic, Latino-inspired décor, beautiful ambiance, and so much character! We didn't have a reservation and were seated right away, but I'd definitely recommend making one if you're planning to visit on a weekend. The food and drinks were absolutely on point! I only wish I had taken more pictures, but honestly, I was too busy soaking it all in and enjoying the atmosphere. Another unexpected LA gem worth discovering!

The food was stellar. We were there for brunch on Saturday. The wait was mot bad. The service was…read morecharming - only there at the right times. We loved the atrium and the art. Downsides - hard to find parking, long climb up the stairs.

Still thinking about the mango margaritas and those duck flautas! Happy hour margaritas for $10??…read moreYes please!! Such a good place for happy hour or a girls night out. The vibesss and the food were TOP Don't skip out on the red velvet churros. YUM!

We loved our time at Tu Madre. The curbside aesthetic is amazing and they have heaters for chilly…read morenights when sitting outside like we did. The food was so damn good. Highly recommend the street corn, fish tacos, and nachos. Service was just as good as the food. The only critique I would have (and maybe they do this on other nights) would be I wish they had some music to add to the atmosphere. Definitely would love to eat there again!

4++ This place feels like an East LA/ Boyle Heights institution. They serve as both a café and a…read moretakeout window. You can die in and have a vibe of a small pop type place or you can order it and have takeout at the side window. The folks here are very friendly either way. A few coworkers and I were trying to get some takeout so I went with the Hollenbeck chile verde. This burrito was huge and the food lasted me at least two meals easily. The price is pretty reasonable as well. I've been wanting to come to this place a long time. Years ago I saw this place on food shows and what not. Can't believe it took me this long to come here. Glad I got to experience it. One of their items is that huge burrito which of course I couldn't partake in especially since I was planning on going back to work. If you want a good hearty meal in the area for a decent price this is a great option. Especially for their burritos.

Been coming to this place since I was a kid & recently started coming back. Taste is always great…read morebut the business is practicing deception w their pricing. Last time I was here was last June & the menu prices were not the correct prices. I was not notified of this by the waitress but when I received the receipt. A difference of $3 for the burritos from the menu prices. The waitress's reasoning was they haven't got their new menus OK no problem. I go back today, 3.5 months later. The burrito menu prices have not been corrected in the menu & I revise the receipt w an increase of $3 and no indication on the menu. The waitress uses the same excuse as she did in June, except this time I call her out on it. She states that it indicates that "prices are subject to change", in very small print. I inform her that that change must be indicated by the waitress or the menu by California law. Even though I brought this to her attention, she stuck by it. She also charged twice for cheese. I also paid for the Large burrito but it came out the mini-burrito. I hate to say, but this place is practicing pricing deception. The owner and the supervisors better correct this, quick. It is the waitresses job to inform the customers of the price increase. This Is technically theft, just like if a customer walks out on a bill. I didn't argue. I just adjusted the tip accordingly. These are tough times & no one should be taken advantage of. Manny would not be cool w this. ***Just spoke w the Manager Ghay about the issue & he was unwilling to listen, & very defensive. He claims that he knows the law & does not have to indicate the current prices. After I explained he was violating city laws by not informing patrons of prices. He said I could speak to the owner "Carlos" & hung up on me. This guy is gonna learn the hard way that he's committing theft. This guy better change his tune bc the place is usually empty these days.

Amazing food. The scallop aguachile is a staple. The tuna tartare tostada is my go to…read more Great place to spend your Amex platinum resy credit too!

Michelin-star seafood in a food court? Say less. We went…read moreall out at Holbox inside Mercado La Paloma, and it completely blew us away. Must-Orders: -Scallop Aguachile -Blue Tuna Tartar w/ Sinaloa Salsa -Fresh Uni & Baja Sea Scallops -Baja Fish Taco (an absolute non-negotiable!) The sleeper hit: The Baja Fish Taco surprisingly stole the show over the octopus! Light, crisp, citrusy, and perfectly balanced. Make sure you go there early around 5ish, as you will be expecting a line. Early in the weekdays is better to get better seating. Staff will see your food but wanted us self-served. Chill place to hang out, taking off the pressure of fine dining while eating fine dining-level food. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfFqfJeON3h/?vrfl=ZmIxb245aHlrMDgy