This was a fantastic first experience! The entire staff is very friendly and are able to help with any questions that are asked. The chips are salsa that arrive when you are seated are very good. It is hard to stop munching on them. I ordered the carne asada deluxe burrito which comes with red sauce to make it wet. The red sauce tastes delicious and fresh. It does not taste canned, which is great! The burrito is stuffed with beans, rice, carne asada, and some lettuce. It was great. The red salsa is not spicy. They did provide a green salsa on the side when I asked for it that was very spicy and delicious! I do wish the parking was not as limited and tight, but this place is worth a visit. read more

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Zacatecas serves homey Mexican food of great flavor & portion at a great price. We've visited several times with different groups of family and friends, and everyone has enjoyed it. Yesterday, we had the Steak Rancheros which had such tender steak and veggies, and Shrimp Rancheros which was also tasty :) We also shared the strawberry margarita which was nice on a warm evening. Service is fast and efficient, and staff are friendly. There's a small parking lot for the strip mall's shared businesses, but we usually don't have a hard time finding a spot! read more

Definitely the best in the South Bay and probably the best in LA. Good old down home really delicious food and chill vibes. Service is top notch. You won't be sorry. Portions can be massive! read more

The friendliness our waiter and staff were certainly the highlight of our time here. Came in on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and the restaurant was moderately busy. This spot seems to be a gem in the area, so we decided to give it a try. The shredded beef in the taquitos were dry and the meat in the burrito was not very tasty. However, there were complimentary refills for our horchata and the service from the staff made our time here enjoyable. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Tom's burrito, 2 taquitos with guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Small family run Mexican food restaurant in the South Bay. Went with 3 others and we all enjoyed our meal there. We were warmly greeted, seated quickly and had menus and drinks served promptly. They brought out hot home chips and salsa which were delicious. Two of us had the shrimp fajitas, one had steak fajitas and the fourth ordered beef tacos. Everyone loved the meals and portions were quite generous. Prices were definitely more reasonable than the more expensive places by the beach and better tasting. New favorite Mexican restaurant for us! read more

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First time ordering from here and all good ! Order arrived on time and correct ! Portion size was good including the super large chips ! I will order again from this place :) read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Beef enchiladas plate - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I was in the area with an hour to kill. I browsed the local eateries and noticed this spot had pretty high reviews. I decide to give it a try and I'm glad I did. Sometimes a place makes you feel welcomed and comfortable as soon as you walk in. This is one of those places. The server and the owner are both friendly and genuinely hoping you have a great experience. The Asada plate was pretty good. The crunchy taco wasn't as crunchy as it should've been. The gobernador's shrimp was a bit too mushy for my taste. Overall, the food was good and I'll will be back if I'm in the area. read more

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I'm a local and I saw this place on TikTok. The food and service is not good. We ordered chilaquiles and the sauce didn't have good flavor. We also ordered a plate of taquitos with rice and beans. The beans were not good and the rice was only ok. We had to ask for the bill three times before they brought it to us. Definitely not a place I would visit again. I can say the two waiters were extremely nice it's just the food and the service wait time. It took a really long time to get our food as well. read more

Very unassuming restaurant with a tight parking lot. Very welcoming staff , seated me right away. Full bar with cans of sodas, rather than fountain drinks. Booths or tables to choose from. TV's hung on the walls. Chips and salsa delivered right away. Salsa was chunky style. Really good flavor. Not hot, mild. House margarita was very tasty. I got a combination plate with a crunchy shredded beef taco, chile relleno, beans and rice . A lot of beans and rice, I couldn't eat it all. The taco shell was definitely home made. The shredded beef was spiced and cooked well. The Chile relleno was covered in a red enchilada sauce and stuffed with cheese. I love rellenos and this one was good. My water was kept filled and the staff was very friendly and polite. I would not hesitate to eat here again next time I'm in town. read more

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It's Thank You Thursday...and it would not be complete without sharing a heartfelt Thank You to the restaurant that fills our bellies time and time again. Zacatecas YOU are a south bay staple and it's refreshing to have you in the neighborhood. Your friendly greetings, super tasty food, and consistency is why my family visits often both dining inside and takeout. Sometimes we need a round or two of your tart margaritas so dining at the restaurant is a must - let's face it, you rock the experience, hands down. Thank you Zacatecas. Thanks for making us happy time and time again. Keep rockin' it! read more

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Great food great service great drinks, great atmosphere love the food. Be sure to get the wet burrito. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Love this place! My go to place for comfort food. They have unlimited chips and salsa and amazing food. I love how they are opened late too. Very welcoming and family vibe read more

I've been coming here for years with my family. They have really good authentic Mexican food and the customer service is always amazing. They are great people if you're looking for an amazing tasting meal come here. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - A birria taco plate and a beef flauta plate Yeum !! - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Unexpected place an unfamiliar shopping strip. Aroma as soon as you walk in. Surprised they don't use lard and instead vegetable oil. The flavors still going. Chips and salsa fresh and crisp. Quesadilla bomb before the guacamole and sour cream bomb. Got the number 15. Eddie good looking out on the recommendation. You were spot on with the service too. Also Gilbert thank you as well. I will be back read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - The number 15 Steak Picado - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

It had been so long since I've been here and it's still fantastic! Stopped in late Monday and they were a little busy but we still got a roomy booth. Easy parking, and service was quick and friendly. Love the food, had a few different options and everything was great. Prices are fair and I'll definitely be back for more. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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First time here and I am very satisfied! I ordered the strawberry margarita and the Tom's asada burrito with red sauce. I don't usually do much spicy, and it was perfect for me, full of flavor and absolutely delicious. The staff was very attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better. The restaurant was clean, including the bathrooms, which I really appreciate. I will definitely be returning next time I am in the area. Highly recommend this place if your looking for authentic Mexican food. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Tom's Burrito Strawberry Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Best in whole in the wall I've been too in a long time .. great service and good portions. Will def come back read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Ooop - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I was in town visiting a friend and I told him I wanted Mexican food & he brought me here. This place is worth any wait there could ever be. When you first walk in your welcomed almost to what feels like a family dinner, they seat and give you one of the menus I have pictured. The menu offers you a strong selection of amazing traditional Hispanic dishes. My bean & cheese burrito with a side of rice was literally perfect. My friend got a shredded beef burrito & it was amazing as well. I will definitely be back to try something new & I genuinely can't wait read more

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Stumbled into this place waiting for our flight at LAX, I'm sure glad I did! Amazing service and amazing food. The enchiladas and the chile relleno were delicious!! We also ordered the fish and governor tacos. Make sure you ask for the spicy green sauce! I will definitely be back before any of my LAX flights read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Governor - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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Cannot get enough of Zacatecas! The food is absolutely delicious, the staff are so welcoming and kind, and the drinks are great! read more

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I enjoyed my Tom's burrito me and my friend gave it a 9/10. The only thing is that my stomach is feeling funny like something wasn't "fresh" and I found some kind of string in my leftover burrito. The chips and salsa were ok and so was the Jamaica. Nothing amazing. Really great service very friendly, especially Juan. Enough booth seating. Small quaint restaurant. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Particle found in my burrito. - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Went to meet up with friends who had a long layover at LAX. We found Zacatecas and it definitely didn't disappoint. There were 9 of us in our party and they had complimentary chips and salsa for the table. Our food took a while to come out but everything was delicious. Everyone ordered something different. The tostada was massive, the Tom's burrito was packed with everything. I loved my garlic shrimp dish, my friend enjoyed her asada fajitas, the kids loved the quesadilla, birria tacos. We also enjoyed their margarita. We also had flan for dessert. No wonder there's a line outside when it's peak time because the restaurant is loved and enjoyed by locals. read more

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Great chips and salsa. Service was friendly and fast. Casual place and we sat in a booth. Tender carne asada. Hubs ordered the burrito. I ordered the Governor's shrimp tacos. So delicious. Popular place especially with the locals. Parked around the corner. Parking in their tiny front area is really tight. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Tom's Burrito and 2 Governor's Shrimp Tacos...delicioso! - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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Fu**ing fire and very hospitable . First time here and I would be back. We got the pozole and toms burrito . Who ever running the hiring and staff has an amazing selection because all the servers were on it and helpful and chill. Pull up read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Yes this shits fire - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I have eaten here a few times and the staff is super friendly, great service and delicious tacos and chicken enchiladas. Probably one of the best. read more

Took way too long for me to try this place. Amazing food, very friendly service, fair prices. Will definitely be back!

I did takeout since this place is open on a Sunday. So I can't speak for ambiance. But the lady on the phone super sweet. The food was nice size portion. Got bean and cheese burrito dry ( they offer that) two beef shredded tacos and some Reano chile shredded beef burrito no beans. Everything was so largely sized and fresh tasting my dad who picked it up says it's a cute mom and pop place. read more

The service and food were. excellent. I will come back anytime for the wonderful green sauce on my enchiladas.

If you're looking for authentic mexican food with a family feel go to Zacatecas restaurant on 137th! Food is absolutely delicious, from the quesabirria tacos to the caldos, everything is soo good. I promise you this is the place to be. You'll always be greeted and treated like a family. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Quesabirria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Came to Zacatecas with a group and left very satisfied. Right when you sit down, they bring out complimentary chips and salsa, which is always a good sign--and the salsa had a nice kick, not bland at all. For food, we ordered a little of everything. The beef tacos were solid: flavorful, juicy meat, well-seasoned, and served simply so the beef really shines. The shrimp tacos were cooked perfectly, not overdone, and packed with flavor. We also got the chicken enchiladas, which were comforting and hearty. The chicken was tender, the sauce was rich without being overpowering, and everything tasted fresh. Lastly, the chile verde was everyone's favorite. Super savory, tender pork, and that green sauce had depth with a spicy kick that kept you coming back for more. Overall, generous portions, classic Mexican flavors, and very friendly staff. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when craving real Mexican food. read more

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Service is excellent, felt very welcomed here and they were very quick with everything! Food was also very good. Huge portions and fair priced, can't get any better than that. read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - chicken fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Always top of the line food and family feelings! Never disappointed by either. Takeout or eat in get the wonderful feelings of being at home! Go today and get the super chunky chicken or beef burritos! W Nathan read more

We've been coming here for more than 20 years and this review is way overdue. They have literally watched everybody's kids grow up and it's a best family rent Mexican restaurant in the South Bay. Try the Devo enchilada it was named after my dad and basically it's a shredded beef enchilada with ranchero sauce instead The Bomb-Dot-Com read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - DeVo enchilada, and Governor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

A perfect place for a home cooked Mexican meal. The service is always the same - fast, attentive, and always in a good place. No matter how busy or how chatoic, the team at Zacatecas always gives 110% to serve their customers. Ive been coming here for almost 4 years and I never have had a negative thing to say (other than the parking but for a prime location off a main street I don't blame them). Food is always good and tastes fresh. The servers are friendly and always answer any questions you have. Its a community staple for a reason. Highly recommend for a quick lunch or a filling dinner. Always a treat to come back to. Favorite Dish: Menudo or Sopa de Albondigas (Meatball soup) read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Menudo (Sat and Sun only), house chips and salsa, and a chicken bowl. - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Very friendly and fun staff! Food was tasty! Huge portions! Lively environment! Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves! We really had a nice time there! read more

This place is fantastic! I was staying in the area and wanted good Mexican food that was close by! I will drive here regardless now. Food: I'm not sure if it's an AZ thing but I'm used to my carne asada cut in chunks or strips...these were in thin slabs. So much flavor!! Service: instantly welcomed in and I could sit anywhere I wanted. No one has specific tables which means they all are there to help you! I was provided with chips and salsa and water right away. Food came out so quick. Every server checked up on me and constantly made sure that I was ok. I took some of my food to go and they offered to send chips with me then all of them asked if I needed a bag to help carry my stuff out. Such a great atmosphere. You can also tell they have a ton of regulars which is always a good sign! Parking: there is a small lot to the left side of the restaurant so no need to street park! This place has been bookmarked and I will be coming back on my LA trips!! read more

Zacatecas Restaurant - Carne Asada Plate - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

If you're looking for a hidden gem, this is it. The staff is always incredibly friendly and personable. They genuinely make you feel welcomed every time you walk in. The food is consistently amazing, and that's saying something because it has never disappointed me. The place has such a cozy, comfortable vibe that makes dining in, which isn't typically my first choice, a very cool experience. I'm usually the type of person who's always trying new restaurants, but this is one of the very few spots I keep coming back to. When you know it's going to be great every single time, it's hard not to. If you're on the fence about trying it, do yourself a favor and go. You won't regret it! read more

This isn't authentic Mexican. The chiles rellenos are made out of bell peppers nothing to do with Mexican. Overall old, and not authentic Mexican. read more

Found this place on Yelp and we were not disappointed! Parking right in the front of restaurant or street parking. Walked in, greeted and seated right away. We had 5 of us and it was busy in there, but we got a table! Yay us! We ordered drinks to start (margaritas and beer!) and we were excited for the food! We ordered burritos, chili relleno, and enchiladas. All were great choices and so much food!! It's too bad we were leaving back to Hawaii that night because we couldn't take the leftovers to finish later. Everything had great flavor. I really did love their chili relleno. Super tasty! The waiters and staff were super friendly and attentive! I highly recommend this place! read more

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WOW! First time ordering here and exceeded expectations. We ordered take out. They packaged the food well so it was still hot when I got it. We ordered the Tom Burrito, my husband didn't leave anything left he killed his plate! We also ordered 2 tacos governor and 1 chicken taco (hard shell). The taco governor had 6 big shrimps the flavor was there along with the bell peppers. The chicken taco was well seasoned and was not dry at all! I would definitely order from here again! I would want to eat there next time. In addition we ordered over the phone, the person over the phone was friendly when my husband picked up the food he said he was greeted quickly and had it ready to go! read more