Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Tierra Caliente

    4.5 (121 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

    Order Tierra Caliente Takeout or Delivery

    Tierra Caliente Photos

    TIERRA CALIENTE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

    You might also consider

    More like Tierra Caliente

    Recommended Reviews - Tierra Caliente

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Menu
    Jonathan M.

    This a great place if you want to eat authentic Mexican food at a good price. The staff were quick to take our order and provided tortilla chips while the food was being made. There are plenty of booths for you to sit at but it may get a bit tricky if you come in with large party. They do have outside seating options

    Mole enchiladas - Very tasty!
    May R.

    It was my turn to choose today's venue. I chose Tierra Caliente. My father's face was lacking enthusiasm and he remained silent a bit too long. "Okay", he remarked, and off we went. Tierra Caliente serves the most delicious food, but their service blows. They are not bad people, don't get me wrong. It's just that it feels like they have one sole cook-- a geriatric grandma, most likely. A lovely lover of food but with very slow arthritic hands. They need more cooks! The waiting for our food has always been the longest. You'd think they'd provide you with chips and salsa to distract you from this embarrassment, but nope. I ordered the cheese enchilada plate and my father the chicharron plate. I chose the cafe de la olla, which is superb here-- strong coffee already sweetened and infused with cinnamon. My dad chose Jamaica. When the food finally arrived, we chuckled. Our plates were works of art -- visually-stunning platters to the hungry eye. We quickly forgot our famished annoyance and dove in. Every bite of my cheese enchilada was perfectly-spiced and the cheeses were both chewy and crumbly to the bite. It was a dish I wanted to last in front of me as long as awaiting its creation was; an experience I wanted to not end. The refried beans were smoky and lardy; the Spanish rice expertly-fluffy. My father only ooh-ed, ahh-ed, and Mmm-ed as he ate. His big fat yellow-corn homemade tortillas were thick and heavy. He sopped them up with his chicharron and his plate was history. I want to say it's worth the wait coming here, but we seldom eat here. I noticed people who order online to pick up their food still have to wait, too. Either granny needs help or work on getting an AI Gran. Ambiance is casual. Families with noisy children ruled today. A 2-year-old's high- pitched shriek beat the bolted TV's playing European soccer in capturing our attention, and we are avid soccer fans.

    Business entrance
    Jesse L.

    If you're in search of authentic Mexican cuisine that transports you back to childhood memories, look no further than this gem of a restaurant. As soon as I stepped inside, I was greeted with a warm atmosphere reminiscent of the vibrant eateries from my hometown. The service was prompt and friendly, with the server quickly attending to our table and taking our orders. I opted for the chicken enchiladas plate, which was accompanied by a side of delectable rice and beans. Before the main event arrived, we were treated to a basket of tortilla chips served with a selection of salsas. The chips were crispy and fresh, and while the variety was delightful, the red salsa packed quite a punch--definitely on the spicy side, so approach with caution if you're sensitive to heat! The restaurant boasts ample seating and an ambiance that truly captures the essence of Mexico, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Overall, my experience was wonderful, and the food was equally satisfying. For those seeking delicious and affordable Mexican food, this place should be at the top of your list. Don't miss out on this culinary treasure!

    Mark E.

    This lovely and unassuming joint in Cypress Park doesn't look like much but once you're greeted by the friendly waitress and then you see 3 or more families from the neighborhood walk in behind you, you know you're in for a treat. My wife and I started off with their delicious Guacamole and then we each got the 3 Taco plate. So good and very affordable! The rice and beans here are like no other and the meats and veggies in the tacos are the standard but delicious. Tierra Caliente is a region of Mexico that I had yet tasted and like every region Mexico I've had so far, it's delicious. I feel very fortunate to live here and be able to taste so many different regions of Mexico all in one place! Thank you Tierra Caliente!

    Cute wall decor
    Reah C.

    Been wanting to check it out for two years since moving into the neighborhood and so glad I finally did. This is going to be my new go to spot in the future. The service is great and super friendly. The food is nicely plated and really yummy.

    Armida C.

    Este lugar está a vista de carretera, tiene estacionamiento en la parte de atrás, es pequeño pero tiene varias mesas dentro y fuera del lugar y cuentan con baños. La comida muy rica, me gusto el menudo, tiene buen sabor y no tiene mal olor que también es muy importante, tiene tortillas recién hechesitas, el guacamole tiene también muy buen sabor, los platillos tienen buen tamaño, su precio es adecuado, el personal amable y aunque el lugar es concurrido está tranquilo, la verdad está comida si tiene un sabor auténtico mexicano.

    Molcajete

    Molcajete was really delicious and I find it authentic. The Mole not much coz I find it too sweet for my taste buds. I loved their corn tortilla. I'm reviewing and given 4 stars for food. Ambiance not cozy. The seats were uncomfortable as cushions/ upholstery are old and tight space in the leg area.

    Wet Burrito

    See all

    Photo of Nemo A.
    3
    65
    35

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 2

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Zane G.
    176
    55
    34

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of May R.
    27
    32
    110

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Don B.
    19
    25
    3

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Reah C.
    246
    59
    118

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    By far the best Mexican food I've ever had in Los Angeles. This is our typical go to spot for soups, all kinds of them.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Service, Ambiance good. FOOD not what I expected. It's catered to the gentrifying community.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Adan H.
    1
    26
    49

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Great service, good food. I enjoy everything everything I come here :) their is birria super good. I like their guac too

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jay T.
    1841
    72
    37

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jeff S.
    122
    43
    14

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    8 months ago

    A regular staple. for me. Yes, the enchiladas are great, but don't sleep on the pozole!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    The servers were friendly. My friend and I both got the Chile relenos. They were not very good at all .

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of C I.
    0
    44
    5

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Davon P.
    207
    68
    1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Andrea M.
    29
    43
    103

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Great! Great! Great! Food is full of rich flavors and served hot. Service was excellent.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mina G.
    31
    33
    20

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    Page 1 of 4

    Tierra Caliente Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Tierra Caliente

    You might also consider

    Ka'teen

    Ka'teen

    4.1(1.1k reviews)
    5.5 miHollywood
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    We celebrated an early Valentine's dinner at Kateen in Hollywood and had such a beautiful…read moreexperience from start to finish. We kicked things off with the queso fundido, and wow, it was absolutely delicious! Rich, melty, and packed with flavor, it was the perfect way to start the evening. For my entrée, I ordered the cochinita pibil, which was incredibly tender and saucy in the best way. My husband ordered the short rib, and it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. On the side, we shared the papas bravas and esquite, both of which complemented our dishes perfectly. The drinks truly elevated the night. My husband and I both love mezcal, and Kateen delivered. I ordered the Valentine's Day "Zona Romántica," which featured mezcal and wine almost like a sangria, but completely unique and beautifully balanced. My husband had the "Gypsy Fever," also mezcal-based, and it was smoky, smooth, and refreshing. Between the food, cocktails, and ambiance, it made for such a romantic and memorable evening. We'll absolutely be back!!

    This was my first time dining at this restaurant. The server was great, the food was delicious, and…read morethe atmosphere was amazing. However, the reason I'm giving 2 stars is because of the valet parking experience. First, I was charged $25 even though the sign clearly stated that valet parking is $17 for the first 3 hours, and $25 after 3 hours. Our reservation was at 6:30 PM, we arrived on time, and we left before 9 PM, so the charge did not make sense. When I asked the valet attendant, he kept saying, "because you dined there," without giving any clear explanation. If it is actually a flat rate for restaurant guests, then that should be clearly stated upfront to customers. Second, when I got into my car, I noticed that someone had touched the navigation settings because the compass direction and display were different from what I normally use. I do not understand why there was any need to adjust or touch my navigation system at all. I really think the restaurant needs to improve and better manage its valet parking system. Honestly, it felt like I was being charged a random price just because I was told, "you dined there." If there is a flat valet rate for restaurant guests, that information should be clearly communicated upfront instead of leaving customers confused at the end.

    Photos
    Ka'teen
    Ka'teen
    Ka'teen

    See all

    DAMA - Seafood Tostada

    DAMA

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    4.8 miDowntown
    $$$

    I am so happy I finally got to try Dama! I absolutely love Antonia LaFasso so I've been dying to…read moretry one of her restaurants. Now when you pull up originally you might think, "am I in the right place" but once you park and get into the courtyard, it is LOVELY! Amazing ambience! There is a bocce set up, string lights. It is a little slice of oasis in the middle of the fashion district. The restaurant itself - beautiful. I couldn't ask for more. Absolutely perfect in my book. Beautiful plants hanging, perfect Spanish music in the background (any place playing Natalia LaFourcade is a win). The drinks were great! I had the jungle bird which was fun. Food was so good too. The whipped beans are the star! We had the guacamole which was tasty, great tostadas with it. The arepas were good but the pork belly was a little too fatty (I know pork belly is always fatty) to the point the fat muted the flavored for the arepa a bit, but still delicious. The empanadas were great and as someone who lived in South America and ate empanadas every day, these really took me back to my Paraguay days. The squash blossoms were light and perfectly fried. Unfortunately my friends had gone to Funke the night before so they were comparing the squash blossoms and Funke won out, but they still liked Dama's! Small plates were enough for the 3 of us. The service was quick and attentive. Parking was easy for us. I will definitely be back!

    Wonderful escape right in the heart of downtown. Plenty of street parking. There are lots around…read moretoo Love the outdoor area They have permanent benches that are cushioned with backrests too So enjoy the outside protected from the wind Most tables are shaded with the buildings surrounding too so you have this nice alcove feel Enjoy your mimosas and cocktails!!

    Photos
    DAMA - Lovely interior and decor -- summer getaway

    Lovely interior and decor -- summer getaway

    DAMA - Whole Organic Rotisserie Chicken Dinner (serves 3-4)

    Whole Organic Rotisserie Chicken Dinner (serves 3-4)

    DAMA - Bread. Flavorful!

    See all

    Bread. Flavorful!

    Mirate - bar downstairs

    Mirate

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    3.2 miLos Feliz
    Private events
    Outdoor seating

    Parking: street parking if you get lucky, there's also valet around the corner…read more Food: We had 1 of each taco Ceviche Mixto And the tuna tostada Appetizer side of guac All of our food was amazing, I was not a big fan of the tuna tostada, the red/orange sauce was too much for me. However, the mushroom taco was delicious it had so much flavor! As well as the gobernador taco (the one with shrimp). The fish taco was okay but thought it was cute that they wrap it in a little tusk. I would mention the drinks but I'm not sure what my friends got and I got a mocktail. The service was delightful, from start to end! I don't recall our waiters name but she made sure we were taken care of. Overall this place was very cute! The pillows were so comfortable! The food was amazing! Service was great, will definitely be back

    Firstly, I want to say the food was just as good as the first time we visited. Unfortunately, my…read moresecond experience here...bringing my mom for Mother's Day ...was extremely disappointing because of the service. We initially had one server who brought us water and took our appetizer order, but then disappeared for quite some time without checking back in. At that point, I even went looking for a manager or hostess and couldn't find anyone available. Eventually, we were given a new server, but she came across as extremely rude and inattentive. What upset me most was the overall lack of communication and attentiveness throughout the experience. It made what was supposed to be a special Mother's Day outing feel frustrating and disappointing. Sadly, this experience soured my impression enough that I don't see myself returning.

    Photos
    Mirate - Brunch

    Brunch

    Mirate
    Mirate - Brunch

    See all

    Brunch

    Tu Madre - Los Feliz - Brisket street tacos

    Tu Madre - Los Feliz

    4.3(764 reviews)
    2.9 miLos Feliz
    $$

    Went to Tu Madre and honestly... everything was SO good…read more I ordered the margarita flight, the asada burrito, a chicken taco, and the Korean BBQ taco and they did not disappoint. The margarita flight was super cute and actually strong lol every flavor was good. Perfect for trying different drinks instead of just picking one. The asada burrito was packed with meat and flavor. The steak was juicy, seasoned really well, and the portions were worth it. The chicken taco was simple but sooo good and flavorful, but the Korean BBQ taco??? Yeah that was my favorite. The mix of sweet and savory with the sauce was insane. The vibes were fun, the food came out fresh, and the staff was really nice. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again. 10/10

    tu madre was honestly just alright to me. it wasn't horrible but i probably wouldn't get it again…read more i ordered it through doordash, and got a carne asada burrito, a carne asada taco, and a birria taco and they gave chips on the side. they had good reviews on doordash so i was excited to try the items but everything was truly just... ok. i didn't feel like the flavor was really there for any of the items i got, and the sauces they provided weren't that great either. i love a spicier sauce but they only gave me milder ones that were pretty average flavor-wise. the carne asada taco had a crumbly cheese on top that just didn't go well with the rest of the taco. the tacos were also packed in a paper food tray. this was fine for the carne asada taco but for the birria taco, it soaked into and stuck on the paper tray. the burrito had a poblano ranch slaw that seemed to overpower the rest of the flavors. unfortunately, that meant the primary flavor of the burrito was bland. the food at tu madre was truly just very forgettable to me, and so i'd probably just recommend passing on this place.

    Photos
    Tu Madre - Los Feliz - Atmosphere

    Atmosphere

    Tu Madre - Los Feliz - KBBQ Street Taco

    KBBQ Street Taco

    Tu Madre - Los Feliz - Korean BBQ Taco

    See all

    Korean BBQ Taco

    El Tepeyac Cafe - 7/28/24: Okie de Pollo Burrito -- fireeeeeee!!!

    El Tepeyac Cafe

    3.8(2.9k reviews)
    4.4 miBoyle Heights
    $$

    It's been many decades having this goodness…read more Quality value flavorful authentic supporting local business fresh plethora goodness The chili relleno burrito I pass on as there was a thicker egg batter than chili that was quite small in comparison to size of burrito The original hollenbeck absolutely hands down tender spice stuffed goodness Rice beans guac stuffed away Their veggie burrito also worth the value All burritos very shareable or leftover worthy or have an amazing happy belly Would certainly purchase and try other goodness!

    I work in East Los often, this is one of those places the locals always recommend. On a couple…read morelunchtimes I ordered through DoorDash for pick up, quick easy and convenient. The building is an original piece of the City's history, boasting a menu that features their famous burritos that vary in size from a regular to a huge party size beast that can feed several. I tried the Hollenbeck and the Okie burritos on two separate occasions via pick up, as aforementioned, the service was quick, convenient and the pick up window is seamless, parking is located next to the structure and I haven't had problems getting there. Hollenbeck was good but I definitely enjoyed the Okie burrito more, I ordered the "original" size once and didn't seem to learn my lesson the second time, these burritos can feed two in Original size. They offer a "Mini" version which would be satisfactory for one person. My favorite thing about these burritos is how "home-made" they are, the salsas and meats are fresh and taste like they came out of an abuelitas kitchen. I still need to try the crunchy tacos and nachos which look great, I recommend trying this classic establishment at least once if you're in the area.

    Photos
    El Tepeyac Cafe
    El Tepeyac Cafe - Chicken enchiladas

    Chicken enchiladas

    El Tepeyac Cafe - Beef tacos Crunchy

    See all

    Beef tacos Crunchy

    Tierra Caliente - mexican - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...