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    Xtiosu Kitchen

    4.7 (353 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Shawarma Taco
    Brian V.

    This neighborhood spot focuses on Oaxacan style Mexican food and more specifically tacos, but there are also middle eastern influences in their food (e.g. falafel taco). I saw a recommendation that I should stop by and try chicken shawarma tacos here. So I definitely ordered that as well as a falafel taco. I loved the flavors and the textures of both tacos. The sauce were wonderful and just a delight to eat. It should be noted that the prices are very, very reasonable. I can see how this is a beloved neighborhood spot, especially with really friendly folks behind the window where you order at. This spot has an ordering window with some seating located outside the service style is you go to the window and you put in your order and they bring out your food to you. This is one of those areas where it seems like there should be an easy parking, but there really isn't. I parked a few blocks away.

    Combo Plate
    Ally B.

    A family member got catering from here years ago in 2020 and I haven't stopped thinking about it since! Fast forward to this weekend, and we had to go! Important: Setting is walk up and order, no indoor seating, but such a nice patio if its good weather. MUST GET: Tabouleh Oaxacan, Combo plate The chorizo was delicious, and the meats were very good as well. I love this fusion spot because they do it right. The salsa they make is flavorful and roasty, with a nice bit of heat. The tabouleh with nopales is phenomenal. Can eat it all day! The staff was friendly and we're timely. You can tell they took the time to make your order fresh. Will be coming back more often!

    Chicken Kabob plate!
    Kassie B.

    This place is So Non discreet that if you are not familiar with Boyle Heights you'd Miss it! This is DEFLY ~ALWAYS~ on my list when I fly to L.A., which happens at least 4-6 times a year. My Son knows we either go upon landing or w/i 24 hours of my arrival. These guys have Mediterranean food down to an absolute Tea! From the fluffy moist rice, to chicken that is tender and melts in your mouth an insanely fresh & lightly dressed salad and lastly to the perfect texture Pita!!! The last touch is the sauce astoundingly exceptional!!! This just a place you don't want to miss! Oh! They have a couple of tables for outside dining. We either pick up most of the time!

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    Karen C.

    It's a place where you walk up and order. There is a shaded patio area in front with a couple tables and chairs you eat at. I never had fusion like this before, I ordered the chicken shawarma tacos and upgraded my salad to a side of Tzatziki salad. The chicken was not dry at all and was flavored with Mediterranean spices. The hummus that came with the combo plate was delicious and smooth I ate it all. My favorite salad is Tzatziki so of course I had to have that upgrade and think there were small pieces of nopal in it?! It was a great lunch and glad my friend brought me along to try a unique spot. Vegan options available like the falafel.

    Babaganouj eggplant, Oaxacan hummus & pita
    Ron F.

    X'tiosu Kitchen makes delicious Mexican-influenced Mediterranean fare. It's a unique restaurant in LA. There's a history of Lebanese immigration to Mexico, and thankfully we Angelenos are better off for having X'tiosu here to give us a taste of this food. The kabobs are delicious, the beef and chicken are fine but my favorite is the chorizo kabob. The shawarma and falafel are tasty. The Oaxacan hummus stands out -- whipped black beans with Oaxacan spices, topped with extra virgin olive oil. The tabbouleh Oaxaca salad is also outstanding, made with nopales, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, parsley and citrus. The creamy babaganoush has a nice mix of spices and a pool of olive oil. The pita that accompanies many of the dishes is very good. Prices are very reasonable given the quality of the food. The restaurant is located in a small modest strip mall in Boyle Heights, where they have a few outdoor tables (nothing indoors). There's parking in a small lot and some street parking. Many customers are taking food to go. Definitely make an effort to try their food, it's distinctive and delicious.

    Chicken shawarma tacos Zapotec vegan falafel taco
    Jacob J.

    These tacos packed so much flavor and were so filling! Go support your small/local restaurants! You will not go wrong here! I definitely want to go back and try other items on the menu!

    Chicken Shawarma plate
    Estela V.

    Heard of this eatery via Netflix. Chef David Chang featured this restaurant on Ugly Delicious. The parking lot is tiny and there is only outdoor dining with great shade. I was very intrigued by the Mediterranean and Mexican fusion so I had to try it out. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma plate which includes salad, rice pilaf and hummus. The Chicken was extremely tender and seasoned beautifully. The rice was okay, it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The salad and in house dressing was amazing and super fresh. The hummus was delicious! And texture was on point. Their homemade salsa was so damn good too!! You could definitely taste the smokiness in the chilis they used. I would highly recommend this place if your looking for authentic fusion food. I can't wait to come back and try the Mole!

    Olga M.

    Definitely a 10/10! I'm glad we made the drive from South Central to eat this deliciousness The beef was soft, the salad was fresh, and the salsa was kicking!

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    Steve A.

    I read an article in Westways so I sought out this location. Limited parking but fast service. I ordered the combo so I could try a bit of everything. The chicken and beef were good. I did not care for the chorizo. The humus was a bit off in flavor. Good salad and turnips. This location has 4 tables and shade.

    Pricey two-person meal
    Osula L.

    Came here around 3:30 PM on a Saturday in late January 2022. The plaza had a few parking spaces open and the place wasn't busy. They have outdoor seating only with 4 tables. Only one of those tables was taken when we got there. We ordered at the window and paid with my card. My bf ordered the combo plate and I ordered the Falafel plate. My bf substituted his side salad with the Tabouleh Oaxacan Salad, which ended up being the right call because the regular side salad was underwhelming. He said the meat was just "OK" and was a bit dry. The food was good - fresh. The tahini sauce was tangy and great hummus. The falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I also got their pineapple fresca which was very good even though it wasn't very sweet. I think the main downsides to this place were their cheap forks (which had a lot of trouble stabbing through the falafel), they're really pricey, and how they charged extra for their sauces. It was an extra $1.50 for a tahini sauce and $0.75 for extra salsa Verde. You should also be mindful that they charge $2.25 for bottled water (the same price as any of their soft drinks).

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    This place has the best chicken taco in LA! I've been here multiple times and their service is always great. Great restaurant 10/10

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    Chicken tacos are a 10/10. Very generous with the portions! The service is always wonderful.

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    4.1(1.1k reviews)
    8.4 miHollywood
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    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.

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    4.4(1.4k reviews)
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    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!!

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    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    6.4 miLos Feliz
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    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.

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    Tu Madre in Los Feliz was such a great experience from start to finish. The ambiance is super fun,…read morevibrant, and welcoming without feeling overwhelming. You can tell they really put thought into creating a place where everyone feels comfortable. The staff was absolutely amazing -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm the entire time. They made our family feel so welcomed, and that honestly made the experience even better. What I loved most is that this place works for literally any occasion. It's perfect for a family outing like ours, a casual hangout with friends, or even a special date night. The energy is just right. Great food, great vibe, and amazing people. We'll definitely be coming back!

    Every once in awhile while traveling to a new neighborhood you end up someplace really great. Tu…read moreMadre is one of those places. Stopping for a bite on our was the the Greek for a show, my bestie and I had dinner and cocktail here in Los Feliz. Our hostess and bartender made the most delicious and fresh mango margaritas. At the recommendation of another reviewer we had Potato taquitos. Amazing. Sweet corn and a variety of the worldly flavored taco proteins. Outdoor with heaters and indoor. In a lovely walkable neighborhood. You can walk up to the Greek or Uber 10 minutes up the hill. Super friendly staff. Variety of patrons: girls having a meetup, families, coworkers, friends of all ages. We felt so comfortable and it was money well spent. One complaint: do something about your bathrooms. Great experiences don't end with gross bathrooms.

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    3.8(2.9k reviews)
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    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.

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