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5 years ago

If you're ever stuck on the Westside waiting for traffic to die out and craving a jumbo quesadilla this spot on National is a pretty hearty Mexican spot served by 3 hardworking latinas. Despite saying Carne Asada twice the lady gave me chicken but it looked bomb so I didn't say anything. They also added Mexican rice, black beans, sour cream, pico de Gallo and a pinch of guacamole ( the pan was getting empty, next time I'll show up earlier) on this bad boy and served it with a side of chips. On my way to grab a seat and only $10.90 with tax. I marveled at the size and was thankful my brother recommended this place. It wasn't bursting with flavors but the food was good quality was excellent. A good bang for your buck. I will return when I'm in this area. Nicely done Baja ladies! read more

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Y M.

2 years ago

Love baja bud's! I've been going to this baja buds location for years. The staff is amazing and everyone is always happy to help! My go to is the chicken enchiladas plate. Definitely recommend!!!! read more

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Robin S.

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2 years ago

Your welcomed as soon as you walk in the door. Service is quick and good is very tasty. It's a small place but plenty of seats if you want to eat there. I'll be back for sure. read more

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Christi I.

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My goodness!!!!! When I want consistently amazing and fresh Mexican food, I go to Baja Bud's. You can't beat the prices or the taste! I usually get the nachos with chicken/steak and I add the guacamole. I also get a delicious cup of their horchata. I took my son to eat here the other day and he was impressed. He got the Carne asada burrito. My total was 35 because I added a tip and please understand, I had more nachos to eat the very next day! I'm not the only one who feels this way. There is usually a long but quick moving line. The servers are so delightful and efficient. Now, parking can be a pickle. It's in a small mall strip but it is well worth the hassle. You can pay with card or cash and there is dine in or to go options. We always order to go and live about 18 minutes away. The food stays nice and warm! They have everything from fish to Chile rellenos. This is a definite go to if you're ever in West LA. Sorry I don't have pics. I gobbled it all up!!!!! read more

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Daniel D.

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Only Los Panchos in Mexico City is comparable. The three ladies working at unison fixed plates that are works of art with such ease. Magnificent nachos, great tacos, an imposing chile relleno and....smiles... great salsa bar...truly home away from home...I almost kept this jewel all to myself... nos vemos, Vicky, Patti and Lala...good job!!! read more

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Abby O.

3 years ago

I hardly ever write reviews, but this gem of a place warrants one. Best enchiladas i've EVER had!!! Homemade sauce and freshly made tortillas. Rice and beans were perfection too. Everything was so fresh! Called in a pick up order and it was ready in 5 minutes. Perfect customer service as well; such kind, friendly people working there. Very cute seating area & ambiance. Will DEFINITELY be back and i'm bringing friends and family next time :) read more

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Matt C.

2 years ago

Baja Buds is a solid choice but I do have to save my burrito seemed a lot smaller than it used to be a few years ago. I'm vegan so when I ask for a bean and rice burrito, possibly the people are thinking they're leaving more room for the meat and cheese maybe that's why it was smaller but not sure anyway, it is a good place and it's kept up really well and it's well staffed. read more

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Trevor B.

2 years ago

Went to Baja buds after a game at Sofi. Great move. If chipotle had actual legit Mexican food, it'd be Buds. Bomb. read more

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Katarzyna J.

2 years ago

This is my go to restaurant when I want to eat something fresh and affordable. The workers are very nice and efficient. Bonus that they have a parking lot! read more

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Tom P.

2 years ago

apparently this is the very last location of the once mighty Baja Bud's empire. it pains me that of all the fast casual Mexican restaurant chains in this city, we couldn't keep the very best one going. it's not even close. anyone seen eating at a Chip*tle while we still have Baja Bud's should be banished from the city. we must protect this Baja Bud's location at all costs! bring them all back! read more

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Gio W.

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3 years ago

I have visited every location Baja buds. I used to frequent one on the Promenade. The one on national is my favorite. The staff is warm and efficient and often they remember your order the asada plate never disappoints and the guac and salsa are always fresh. read more

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Ricky G.

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3 years ago

5 star nachos! This is by far my favorite place to get nachos by far. It's just a pain in that parking lot, also being in the west side you get stuck in a lot of traffic. Otherwise I would be here all the time. Simple menu, fresh and always made with quality. My favorite quick Mexican food spot in west LA since tacomiendo closed near by on gateway. Would recommend, especially if you find a parking spot. read more

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David P.

4 years ago

* Updated review (4 to 5) I discovered Baja Bud's while living in Palms over 15 years ago and visit regularly despite moving from that area. The food is always great, fresh (especially good for guac and pico), consistently prepared and tasty. It's prepared and served by friendly staff, some of whom have been there as long as I've been going. Healthier options are available but favs include quesadilla grande, nachos, burrito grande (wet and dry). Carnitas awesome, chicken is good too. Black beans are great and some meat/fish dishes are grilled fresh to order. Don't forget the salsa verde. read more

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Christine C.

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4 years ago

Omg.... This place is a GEM!!! I was needing lunch around the area and everything look super processed until I saw this place. I got the fish plate and everything was presented so beautifully. Enough of everything like how your mom would make you food. The portion was perfect and made with love I can tell. This place was packed too! A good flow of people coming in and ordering. I rarely eat in but I had to this time and it was enjoyable. The salsa bar was minimal and amazing! Everything there was literally fresh! Thank you for having a joint like this! read more

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The T.

3 years ago

They have The Best Chicken Nachos! Love this place. I continue to go back just for their Chicken Nachos. So far the best in Town. The Service is Great and I like the environment. They may need to get a larger place because some days it has been crowded. read more

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Andrew G.

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5 years ago

Baja Buds is your go to whenever you're coming home from LAX and getting off the 405. Don't judge a book by its cover, cause you'd probably never think that this place serves up BOMB Mexican food. Well, they most certainly do. Authentic ingredients served with a smile. Their staff is awesome. Carne asada plate, quesadilla grande, and nachos are my go to. Love this place!! read more

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Gail L.

3 years ago

Love Baja Buds. I order takeout from there at least once a week and the food and service never dissappoints. The pollo assada plate and carnitas get a big thumbs up from everyone who tries their food. We recently recommended that our contractor crew go there for lunch and the crew wound up going back to Baja Buds every day because they enoyed it so much. Delicious food, Large portions and great value. read more

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Scott G.

2 years ago

Consistently good food. Very nice workers. Tasty, tender meats. I like the tostada salads and burritos. With burritos, their grande is good (+rice, beans, more?) but the meat flavors obviously stand out much more without the extras. I recommend either way. Good stuff!! read more

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Giovanni J.

3 years ago

Best nachos, burritos and tacos!! Have been going here since the 80's, food is always on point. Always fresh, love going in and they happen to be grilling another batch of carne asada or pollo. Since they closed the valley location, I have to make the trip read more

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Cheryl S.

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I came here on Friday night after driving past hundreds of times. I tried to come here another time but it was confusing where to order and I left. It was still confusing this time. I was at the end of the long counter near a menu board and no one helped me. I asked the woman in front of me if she had ordered and she said yes. So I went to the cashier and tried to order and she waved me back to where I had originally been. By then, there was another customer so I had to wait. The two customers in front of me ordered nachos and they looked excellent! I almost ordered a tostada but at the last minute ordered the chicken enchilada combo. I have to say the enchiladas were very good. But the rice and beans were flavorless. I like that they have a salsa bar. There were two pico de gallo types of salsa. One was mild and one was supposed to be spicy. Maybe I got there too late because the spicy one had no kick. I did take some of the dark spicy salsa and it was okay. Within probably a two mile radius there are several other Mexican places that offer better food and better salsa bars. I would go back but it would not be my first choice. read more

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The One ..

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4 years ago

Maybe it was the night I came in? Maybe it was the pandemic menu? Maybe they couldn't get any stock of seasoning etc? No disrespect. I don't want to put anybody out of business.... We NEED small business to thrive! I suggest you go try for yourself. Don't take my word for it. Judge for yourself. read more

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Christine L.

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4 years ago

This place is legit. Just got the pollo asada and I'm happy as can be. Flavor is perfect, cooked just the right amount. Everybody was nice read more

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Mike G.

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Baja buds may not be a taco stand but I can guarantee that you wont be disappointed. Carne asada burritos, carne asada quesadillas and nachos are amazing. Yea you might pay more than what you want but I feel like it's worth it. Not greasy at all. I use to be a every day customer on the third street promenade back in the days but it got closed out due to food court changes. Customer service is always great as well. read more

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Danny Y.

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7 years ago

A place that has classically good burritos that I believe started the whole casual Mexican dining experience which started the way to many franchises and counting. My go to is their chicken burrito. read more

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Timothy S.

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9 years ago

It's been years since my last visit to a Baja Buds... and wow nothing has changed. Still the exact freshness, quality and taste I remembered. Bravo for not following the corporate competitors. Keep up the good work, you're definitely added to the lunch rotation. read more

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R G.

5 years ago

Update #3: MY CREDIT CARD WAS CLONED (and CHARGED $200) AFTER LEAVING THIS BUSINESS A NEGATIVE REVIEW!! Response to the owner: THIS POST IS *NOT* FALSE. We called your office (the same number you listed) numerous times SINCE APRIL - and left messages. No one ever contacted us back! Good luck trying to deny this. The police are now on the case. read more

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Ned O.

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Brittany G.

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I've been going here since I was 4 the staff and food is always amazing. Such a great homey restaurant. Every time my bf and I are in the area we stop by to pick up some nachos . I take all my friends and loved ones here this delicious spot is absolutely yummy My usual order : chicken nachos/extra cheese/extra red sauce/all toppings/spicy salsa. highly recommend read more

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Peter I.

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10 years ago

Average. Neither good or bad. Truly I would give maybe a star less for the food and an extra for the nice people who work there. I was in a crunch for food and happened to stop in. Looked clean and had ok seating. So, I stayed. Had the burrito with chicken, rice, black beans and other typical fillings. Went mild salsa and maybe that was a mistake. Very very bland. Not much more creative ways to put it. Just...fine. No more, no less. read more

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Lester J.

5 years ago

Far and above any other restaurant of its kind, Baja Buds is the perfect combination of fast, fresh, and full of flavor. Their chicken quesadilla with guac is always my go-to. Rice and beans on the side with chips. The meal is so much better than anything you can get from fast-food chains and even other fast-casual. Also, quite importantly, the employees are extremely friendly and kind. I was so sad when the Wilshire location closed, and I'm really hoping this place survives for many years to come. read more

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Ned O.

Thanks Lester! We've been serving our great Mexican Food at National…

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Chris S.

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6 years ago

Been coming here since shortly after being born (1984) Bringing my son here tonight, as he loves the nachos. Generational greatness, timelessness - that's Baja buds. 10/10, always has been, is, and I know , will be. Staff is on point, food, service , cleanliness, attitude, and freshness, always - ALWAYS, a 10/10. An 11/10. A staple in not only west la but just a staple in LA. Period. Anyone I know from la, whether they were born and raised or spent over 10+ years here - this is the spot. Amen. read more

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Jordan G.

6 years ago

Best takeout Mexican 'faster' food around... All dishes are good, especially their carnitas. Ridiculously delicious. Eat Baja Bud's. You'll be happy you did. read more

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Diane H.

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Baja Bud's was alright! You can get a burrito for under $10 and that includes guac in it! Looks like the carnitas are a big hit, I shoulda gotten that! I got a chicken burrito instead and a horchata. They take CC and you pretty much go down the line to pick out what you want in your burrito. They have a big menu and you would think you just tell them what you want, but even so, it's like a chipotle and you get to interact with your burrito maker. There's parking out front in this strip mall. Best burrito I've ever had? Probably not, but it was decent. If you're in the area craving mexican, it could be a good choice. They give you chips with your order as well. I wouldn't be rushing back as there's plenty of other places you can get a burrito that will probably be better. read more

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Robert S.

3 years ago

Tasteless food and RUDE customer service. The girls who serve the food have the worst attitude. Also, microwaved tamales are never a good idea first and last time. read more

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Been going to Baja Bud's for over 20 years and have always been a fan of their nachos. The key ingredient is their enchilada sauce. It's poured over the chips before the cheese is sprinkled over and placed in a warmer to melt the cheese. The sauce helps keep the nachos from being too dry. Love that they use freshly deep fried corn tortilla chips. The extra thickness and crunchiness makes for a perfect bite as the chips are strong enough to scoop up a good amount of toppings. Service is good here. read more

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I just started working across the street from this establishment. My coworkers are always talking about how good it is so I decided to try. I came in right before the lunch rush. I ordered 3 tacos (steak chicken fish) took no more than 6minutes, as they needed to prepare the fish. First thing I noticed, she was putting these great big chunks of like iceberg lettuce. On tacos, one usually has shredded lettuce The fish could of stayed on longer it just fell apart. Overall this place is nice and would check it out again read more

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laura Jean g.

4 years ago

Baja buds is good for healthy Mexican. No lard and fresh vegetables. Good for kids too

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Kellie A.

4 years ago

Love this neighborhood spot. I've been going here since 1999. The food is consistently good and the staff is very nice.

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Katherine B.

2 years ago

I've been coming here since I was a kid. The food is so fresh, the salsa bar generous, and the atmosphere so cozy. Love you, Baja Bud's! Now and forever my favorite Mexican Restaurant. read more

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11205 National Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Rancho Park
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(310) 478-2770
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http://www.bajabuds.com

Hours

What time does Baja Bud's open?

Baja Bud's opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Baja Bud's close?

Baja Bud's closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Baja Bud's take credit cards?

Yes, Baja Bud's takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Baja Bud's have catering options?

Yes, Baja Bud's does have catering options.

Does Baja Bud's serve alcohol?

Yes, Baja Bud's serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Baja Bud's allow dogs?

Yes, Baja Bud's allows dogs.

Does Baja Bud's have TVs?

No, Baja Bud's does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Baja Bud's have bike parking?

No, Baja Bud's does not have bike parking.

Does Baja Bud's have outdoor seating?

Yes, Baja Bud's has outdoor seating options.

Does Baja Bud's have parking?

Yes, Baja Bud's has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Baja Bud's have free WiFi?

No, Baja Bud's does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Fresh & Healthy Mexican Food

History

Established in 1988.

We have been serving great Mexican food in the same location for over 32 years! Thank You!

Meet the Business Owner: Ned O.

I started Baja Bud's in 1988.

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Baja Bud's Reviews in Other Languages

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Some of the best carne asada fries I've had…read more Portion is shareable BUT you can definitely eat them all yourself(cause they are soo good). Mix drinks yummy as well! Lennon was our bartender and took good care of my group and I! I tried the tamarind/guava/ and can't remember the others ! lol Parking: street / meters parking around.

Despite what others said, the service was HORRIBLE. After we sat down, no one came to check on us…read moreand we had to wave down a server to be able to order. Not only that, but the food took MORE THAN AN HOUR to come out. During that, no one came by to check on us and again, we had to try to hunt them down to check on our food (at this point, it had already been an hour). Everyone else around us also seemed to be waiting for their food. We sat down at 2pm and the food finally came out at 3:20pm - around 20 mins after we asked them to check on it which makes me think they didn't even start making our food until then. The drinks were good but the food was mediocre at best - not worth the wait.

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Absolutely stunning inside! Service Was top notch and the…read morefood and drinks incredible. You can go to desert 5 on the roof top after A meal.

Let me start off with this review is long overdue. I went during DineLA week (Jan 2026). The…read moreambiance and space was beautiful. It really felt like I transported to Tulum or some paradise. Service was good, attentive. The food however..my friend and I found it very salty all around. I had to balance the saltiness with water!! I was especially excited for the michelda oysters but all I tasted was tajin. I think the star of the show was the churro. It was fabulous, give me 10 more. I wouldn't return for the food but for the drinks. The space is truly breathtaking and I'd want to surround myself with that typa vibe.

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Sonoratown

Sonoratown's hype is real and hype is justified. I don't know why I never came here when I lived in…read moreDTLA, what a miss on my part. Oh well, no time like the present. I wanted to order all the things but I exercised some restraint and just ordered the CARAMELO ($8.75 - Flour tortilla, pinto beans, Monterey Jack cheese, avocado salsa, salsa roja, avocado, cabbage.). I picked chorizo as my protein option. I also, of course, had to also add the smoky grilled poblano chile for $1.25. It was SO good and FLAVORFUL - it didn't even need the salsas. Although, I will note that both the salsas were lovely. The flour tortilla was clearly freshly made. Also, it was a massive portion. I don't know what I was expecting. If this is the size of their caramelo, I don't want to know how giant the burrito is. I also had to get the cucumber agua fresca to pair with my caramelo. It was perfectly sweetened and wonderfully refreshing. I'll have to make my way back here now to try the burrito 2.0 and chivichanga.

Cute spot, very clean staff all very busy but still have time tontine care of your order which is…read morevery admirable. The tacos de cabeza!!!!! Wow they are amazing. The way the perfect thin tortilla just lets you taste all the meat and sauce perfectly (I want some as I'm writing this). I can really see why this place is so popular.

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Was brought here by a friend as they knew I was a foodie and wanted to show me their favorite tapas…read morespot Downtown in the Fashion Distric for an early birthday celebration. Cute building with lovely patio seating: from the trailing hanging pothos plants, Spanish tiles, to relaxing latin-house music the vibes were welcoming. I'm not much of a drinker though, when asked if I wanted to make my pina colada a "float" I thought incorrectly about ice cream. It was graciously explained that you take an additional shot of rum and float it on top of the drink or mix in to make it extra boozy. The pina colada is top notch they hollow out a real pineapple to make the drink and it's the size of your face! The watermelon cocktail was delicious and there is also a mezcal option. Tasted like if a watermelon aqua Fresca was combined with a margarita, there is a hint of salt that brings out the fruit sweetness. We special ordered a bunch of different proteins and vegetables at half portions to make a feast: Aguachile- Light refreshing starter, kanpachi perfectly marinated and great for the summer heat. Crispy potato- Phenomenally done fingerling potatoes. Whipped beans- Carnitas on top made this dish. Fried chicken tacos- Found the chicken slightly on the dry side, if there was a creamy/thicker sauce would be even better... nothing wrong with flavor, good mild heat. I did enjoy the fresh shredded cabbage and carrots, reminded me of bahn mi. Empanadas- Loved the acidity of the sauce that cut through the fattiness of the ground meat. Light shell. Crispy Squash flower- Delicate crunch, like an angelic version of a jalapeno popper. Lamb chops- Definition of "treat-yourself" luxurious meat lollipops. Celery salad- Simple dish but the lemon flavor and tartness really helped break up the richness of other dishes. Churros- Light crunch and small, petite dessert. The thin caramel sauce is addicting. Fine dining, for those special occasions or if you just want to splurge for a morale boost highly recommend this restaurant. Valet parking or park across the street or around the corner in a lot for $5-10.

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Girl dinner on the open-air patio, and everything worked: food, drinks, and service that was…read moreattentive without hovering. Mírate is known for its agave program (ranked among the best bars in North America, with a dedicated mezcaleria), and it shows even in simple orders. Our skinny spicy marg, skinny Cadillac, and two ranch waters were all clean and well balanced. The crab & cheese buñuelitos, the taco de ribeye, and the potatoes & piquillos, which quietly outperformed for a $10 side. One note for fellow spice-sensitive folks: the salsa molcajete is their mildest salsa, but it still had a kick for me. My friend's branzino arrived beautifully charred and plated. If you're gluten-free or celiac, this kitchen gets it. They swapped in corn tortillas without hesitation and took care of my celiac friend with zero stress. Not a given, even in LA. The multi-level space is stunning, so come a few minutes early to take it in. Parking is easy too: valet at the restaurant or 2 lots about a block away. Already planning what to order next time.

I was really hoping to leave a positive review, but unfortunately that wasn't the case…read more I've been to Mirate before on June 20, and my experience then was nothing like my visit on July 10, 2026. One of the reasons I recommended Mirate is because it's known for being a highly rated modern Mexican restaurant with exceptional service and knowledgeable staff, especially when it comes to tequila and mezcal. Unfortunately, that was not my experience at all. Before ordering food, I asked our server about the differences between the mezcals and which flight they would recommend. The only explanation I received was, "It's just different families, so I'd go with the higher quality one." There was no real information or guidance, and it was obvious they didn't know much about the mezcal selection. I ended up choosing one based solely on what sounded best. We were then informed that the menu had recently changed and is now mostly tapas. That's perfectly fine, but I noticed several items from my previous visit were still available, so I figured I'd order a few favorites along with some new dishes. Most of the food was actually great. The ribeye tacos, tostada, and buñuelitos were all delicious. However, the carne asada was extremely disappointing. We only sent back one plate because I felt bad sending both, and that's when a manager (the gentleman with the man bun) came over. He explained that they have a new chef from Oaxaca, but what confused me was that they were serving Argentinian-style steaks as their carne asada. Instead of a traditional Mexican-style cut, it was thin, flat, and honestly looked like a breakfast steak. For a restaurant that prides itself on being a modern Mexican restaurant, serving Argentinian steak as carne asada just didn't make sense to me. To his credit, he removed both carne asada plates from our bill, which I genuinely appreciated. After that, he asked if there was anything else we'd like. I personally said no, but someone else at the table asked for one more ribeye taco. The manager replied, "You know what? I'll bring you one, and I'll bring them another too." Naturally, I assumed he was offering the extra taco as a goodwill gesture since I hadn't ordered anything else. Imagine my surprise when I looked at the bill and realized both tacos had been added to our tab. I wasn't going to argue over the price of a taco, but it was frustrating because I never asked for it. In fact, I ended up giving that taco away to my friends. If it wasn't complimentary, it shouldn't have been presented as if it were. Another thing worth mentioning is that while the carne asada portion has clearly gotten much smaller, the price remains exactly the same, which doesn't seem justified. Overall, my biggest disappointment is that there was no indication when making the reservation that this was essentially an experimental period with a new chef introducing major menu changes. Had I known beforehand, I never would have recommended Mirate for our dinner, and to be completely honest, I probably wouldn't have made a reservation at all. I only get two days off each month, so this was supposed to be something I could really enjoy. Instead, it honestly felt like a waste of my time and money. I'm sorry to say that while there were a few good moments, they faded very quickly. Unfortunately, the negative parts are what have stayed with me, and that's what I'll remember most about the experience. It's disappointing because I know how great Mirate can be since I experienced it just a few weeks ago. I truly hope they can regain the quality of food, service, and overall experience that made me recommend it in the first place . ( for the picture of the flat carne asada the full steak has 2 more strips added but we had tried it before taking a picture however that's MOST of the "carne asada" portion in the picture )

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The service and the staff were great and we really enjoyed the food. I would recommend this spot…read morefor anyone wanting a chill spot and good food!

First off, I loved that the menu is simple yet creative. The main dishes are categorized in taco,…read moreburrito, and bowl form. THEN, there's a whole section dedicated to the vegetarian selections. In addition to that, they have a wide variety of proteins to choose from. Items ordered: Cauliflower Grilled Shrimp Burrito Pastrami and Egg taco Fried fish taco I also loved that the chips come immediately after you're seated. Everything we ate was flavorful and well seasoned. Definitely try their refreshing drinks too. They even have a margarita flight! Ambience is so cute and IG worthy! You can also bring your dogs here as there are plenty of seating outside. Parking: there's a small lot in the back so you might have to find street parking. Our server was also so nice! :D

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El Tepeyac Cafe

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!

All the Instagram glazers, LA staple they say, sick of seeing these hyped up spots for mexislop…read morethat I can get anywhere. Anyway I got the 2 taco plate with some beans and rice. The rice was a little on the dry side, decent Mexican rice flavor, pretty typical and overall not the best. The beans were also very mid, like if they were straight out of a can, no distinct flavors or hints of beauty. I have been craving these old school hard shell tacos for a while, they had a nice crunch to them, the beef was pretty good, added some juice to the bite. The tacos were probably the only thing above mediocre on this plate. Overall I would never come back again because I can literally go to any other Mexican restaurant and get the same quality. Tacos: 7.9 Rice: 6.5 Beans: 6.5

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Holbox

I honestly still can't believe I managed to snag a reservation. I know how hard these are to get,…read moreso I went in with pretty high expectations...and somehow it still exceeded them. I've been a fan of Holbox for a while, but the tasting menu is a completely different experience. Every course was thoughtful, beautifully prepared, and just ridiculously good. There wasn't a single dish where I thought, "Eh, I could've skipped that." You can really see why they've earned the Michelin recognition--it's so well deserved. What I appreciated most was that nothing felt overdone or pretentious. It was just incredible food, amazing ingredients, and a team that's clearly passionate about what they do. If you ever get lucky enough to score a reservation, don't even think twice. It's one of those meals you'll be talking about long after it's over.

There is usually a line but I'd say it moves fast and worth the wait. If…read moreYou're waiting in the sun they have water and umbrellas that they offer. Whenever you get close to the door they give you a menu so you can start looking Over it before you order. Then when you make it inside you still wait in line but it's shorter. It's in a food hall. So after you order it's brought to you but don't expect fine dining experience here just because they're a Michelin star. It's a bit loud because it's a food hall. I tried the spot prawn and scallop aguachile. That one was my favorite dish. It had a potent lime taste that brought everything together. You could taste how fresh the fish was. Then I tried the branzino fish which if you've ever eaten it there are bones that you will have to tackle through. Suble lemon flavor and soft pieces of fish. It was a large fish that was easily shareable. It came with rice and beans and also tortillas. The other item I tried was the sea urchin in a shell. It tasted cold and fresh and the flavors were mild. The last item I tried was the Baja taco it was crispy and a thick fish with a little dressing inside it like mayo and a little spicy kick.

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Community Goods

The best matcha ever ! Everyone was so kind and for how long the line was, the service was…read morerelatively quick!

Incredible Matcha in all of USA. Heard a lot of hype about community goods on social media, but…read morehonestly wasn't expecting much. However, for once the rumors were true. This place makes the best Matcha latte! Tried the regular Matcha with almond milk, which was spectacular. The Matcha Einspanner with sweet cream was also phenomenal. The sweet cream has a slight corn flavor to it, which is absolutely incredible. Highly recommend both for all matcha lovers. Depending on how much sweetness you prefer. Also,m for light bites, the pistachio toast was absolutely splendid. Also tried their famous breakfast sliders were just mediocre in my opinion. Personally, I do not like the Hawaiian rolls due to a slight sweetness in their bun which may have been reason for my lower rating when it comes to this order. Overall, a great Matcha house that I'll continue to visit time and time again. Always a line so make sure you give yourself at least 45 minutes

Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

Einspanner

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Rok Coffee and Tea

Love it here by far my go to pick me up spot !! atmosphere…read moreis 10/10 super chill vibes good music amazing staff super friendly and kind and very informative on ingredients for each item served Shout out to Matt !!

Being a matcha fanatic myself and coming from the Bay Area, I wanted to try Rok Coffee and Tea and…read moresee what the rave was about. Just a note, it's hard to park nearby, so you might have to park a little far to get here. There was a line for the register, and you do have to wait a bit till you get your order. Then again, there were a lot of people so it was understandable. It's pretty cramped inside, and there is limited seating. The interior is beautiful though, and the tree is a cute touch. We ordered the Matcha Duo and their Strawberry Matcha Duo, and oh my gosh--it tasted so good! It was smooth, and the strawberry matcha wasn't too overpowering. Everything about it tasted so good! If I ever come back to LA, I'd definitely go here again. I highly recommend coming here!

Matcha duo, lotus einspanner

Matcha Duo

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Strawberry shortcake matcha, Chestnut latte, Mango matcha

Takagi Coffee

All food we ordered is great!! Ambiance is great and service…read moreis excellent. We will definitely come back for lunch and bento boxes

We were so excited to try this restaurant because of the videos I was seeing on Instagram about…read moretheir soufflé pancakes. The pancakes did not disappoint! They are fluffy and flavorful, but they are HUGE! Their size is not a bad thing, but we were stuffed. They do have a great weekday special where you get a drink, an entree and a choice of their pancakes or for an up charge, you can select one of their sweet soufflé pancake offerings. This is a great deal, but definitely very filling. I'm still stuffed hours later, but so satisfied and happy. I also ordered an iced strawberry matcha, which is also fantastic. I love the bits keep fresh strawberry that sneak up the straw every so often. We cannot wait to visit this place again. The servers were also very friendly and attentive.

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Bottega Louie

The food was excellent and the service provided by our waitress Grace was top notch and elevated…read morethe overall experience greatly!

Every place has off nights, but this was not what we expected. The interior is classic and classy,…read morehigh ceilings, natural hard stone surfaces, and attentive staff. Our orders were simple, but arrived at odd intervals and some- like the pizza-were lukewarm by the time they were placed. For a last minute stop, this is fine, but not the place for a special occasion.

Bottega Louie Pepperoni Pizza

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Bottega Louie Branzino

The Coffee Company

Just hopped off the plane and needed some food and seen this cute little spot. When walking in the…read morehost, the baristas and the servers were all smiling saying welcome! The service was fast but not rushed. Immediately about to sit and put my bags down the server already dropped a menu off and a glass pitcher of water. The menu was pretty extensive but I went with the tuna melt and BOY it did NOT disappoint. The tuna melt was incredible. The flavor was on point, pretty hardy. I got the choice between fries or fruit and got the fruit. I don't think the sandwich took more than 10 minutes to get out. Fresh and hot. Had two cups of coffee, kind of wish I got something from the baristas- the drinks looked fantastic. 10/10 would go back. I wish I would've taken a picture but honestly was way too hungry to remember. Must try!!

I went here for a breakfast meeting a few months ago. I didn't care for the food(I had the veggie…read moreomelet) or service so I had no intention of going back but now after hearing that the owner Gus doesn't "want BLACKS money" I definitely won't be going back. There are better black owned breakfast places to support. Red Flavor Table, Court Cafe, Rusty Pot and The Serving Spoon to name a few.

French toast with a mimosa

Super busy on Sunday!

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Matsu Matcha

They got amazing delicious matchas. My fav one is coconut cloud and pistachio juice.also their…read moregelatos are yum!

Rich and high-quality matcha with a smooth flavor. Not too sweet and beautifully presented…read more Definitely worth a visit if you love matcha!

Uji Matcha no. 3 and hojicha gelato

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Uji Matcha no. 3 and hojicha gelato

Kanomwaan Thai Gelato and Dessert Cafe

I recommend the coconut milk butterfly pea. The blue color…read morelooks fresh and beautiful. It tastes really good. The coconut flavor is light but noticeable, and the ice cream itself is very rich. It was a good dessert option.

Ever since discovering this place, it's become one of my favorite post-dinner dessert spots…read morewhenever I'm in the area. The Bualoy Salted Egg Shaved Ice was a standout. The shaved ice was incredibly soft and creamy, almost melting in your mouth, while the toppings added a great variety of textures. Between the chewy bualoy, crunchy cookies, and the salted egg sauce to drizzle over the top, every bite felt well balanced without being overly sweet. Seating is limited, so it may be difficult to find a table during busier hours, especially if you're ordering shaved ice. The plaza also offers valet parking only.

Mango Sticky Rice Shaved Ice

Thai Tea Toast

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DAMO

I stopped by DAMO and ordered a matcha latte. The matcha had a vibrant, earthy flavor that was…read morestronger than most matcha places I've been to. I appreciated the quality of the tea, and the matcha powder and cream on top was not too overly sweet. My friend and I were able to enjoy our drinks inside the shop, as there were plenty of tables available for people to chat with friends or study or work inside.

drinks: I got a matcha and a coffee…read moremaybe I need to try a different drink because I don't get the hype service: I feel like im ordering at a bar in an art show I think its in the arts district so I get it but im not a fan of it, to each their own ambiance: uncomfortable LA vibes like u know that eerie LA feeling that ppl talk about, yea its in this place parking: street or paid, depending on what time u go parking can be a bitch in this area (morning better parking options than evening)

Matcha Einspener | Strawberry Matcha

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Caroline B.

13 years ago

I love the name but I love the food even more! Baja Bud's has a few locations around LA but I find myself at this particular one near the intersection of the 405 & 10 freeways most often. All of your typical mexican dishes, quesadillas, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, etc. I typically go with their burritos or tacos. The Enchilada Grande is the best of the best, it's the most jampacked as far as ingredients go and comes with the biggest price tag at a whopping $6.95 (insert sarcastic voice here!). Authentic flour tortillas (I'm pretty picky about my tortillas and their's are very good), TONS of cheese, salsa, beans, rice, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, and whatever you choose meat-wise: carnitas, chicken, beef or fish. I highly recommend this on your first visit! I also strongly suggest their amazing tacos. These are soft, on homemade corn tortillas. I personally always make my tacos 'a taco plate' and splurge the extra $1.25 for a their delicious rice and beans. How can you not!?!? Plenty of good mexican food that is reasonably healthy when compared to other mexican restaurants. An outstanding mexican restaurant that is both cheap and delicious. read more

Morgan T.

106

9 years ago

The food used to be really good a few years ago, it's not that great anymore. The staff usually have some type of attitude when I come in and they keep changing the prices while being stingy with the food. They put as little of everything as they can when making your food and over charge you way over the menu price. Don't waste your money or time, there is definitely better Mexican food to be had all over los Angeles. read more

Tom M.

8 years ago

I've been coming here since 2011 after a boss recommended it; I LOVE the food! The only lame thing I could think of was their grande flour tacos used to be $7.80 back in summer 2011, it is now over $11.00!!! Everything else is great. Try to walk there if you can because parking lot is very small and shared by other stores. read more

Richard H.

15 years ago

This place is great because they make the food right in front of you and they seem to have good customer service. Plus you can choose healthy ingrediants. Parking is a drag, but I avoid the lot and park elsewhere which is good as a walk before and after eating is probably a good idea. read more

Madelon D.

15 years ago

Super dare I say duper tasty food ( I ordered the burrito with chicken & all the fixings). Prices are very fair for quality & quantity. You even get tortilla chips with your order & access to their salsa bar. The staff was extremely friendly & the line was fast. read more

Tomas V.

7 years ago

Probably the best burritos this side of TJ. The only drawback is that it's always very busy and finding a parking spot can be a pain - but that's what you get when the food is good. The ordering is easy, and the serving sizes are huge. read more

Truth A.

6 years ago

They don't want to help Black people here ! It's unfortunate, but this behavior is not very hard to figure out. However, if you are White go fast they are soooo ready to bow and serve you ! On some yes massa ! read more

Jay D.

7 years ago

One of my favorite places to eat! Good quality Mexican food, great staff. The steak nachos is thing my thing and also the wet burrito.... One of the few places that I make regular stops there to eat. read more

CM B.

1331

15 years ago

Can you say Carnita's? The National Blvd location at the 405 is the best! Thanks to everyone there I know make carnita's myself and they are the bomb too. The guacamole is second to none too. read more

Dwayne K.

9 years ago

I just crave the chicken quesadilla plate. What I like is the simple dishes and the grilling of the meats which I prefer to slow cooked shredded variety for tacos and burritos. read more

Mark G.

12 years ago

I really love this place. Great food and the people behind the counter are super nice. Fast, easy, not too expensive and delicious! Think I'll stop by on my way home... read more

Bella M.

17 years ago

This place was not the best but for the location is great after having my nails done.. The staffs is not consistence wearing gloves to serve the food... xxx read more

Anthony A.

1 year ago

I Gave them a $50 Bill and the lady thought it was a $20 Bill, called me a liar and ripped me off!!! Made a huge scene about it!! Thieves & Liars!!! read more

Cinzia A.

15 years ago

My son and I love this restaurant, the carne asada burritos are so delicious and they are huge! The flavor it's unique...! We just simply love them! read more

Mariana M.

15 years ago

It's great during lunch time the wait for your food is not long in fact they make it as you go along the line and its very tasty food!

Carlos R.

438

625

4 years ago

No. No. Noooo. Bat. Good. No satisfaction. My. Self. I never. Never. Can back never come burrito no good. Chile. Verde. Nasty.

Christine M.

15 years ago

We had them cater to our office. $100 for 20 people. Good food. Enough said, definitely consider them for office parties!

Limor B.

107

10 years ago

Hands down the worst Mexican food in the area. Ok, it's cheap, but how low food can get? Will never return to this place.

Cynthia G.

2 years ago

The best place for enchiladas and nachos! It is so wonderful here. I go here multiple times a month. I love Baja Bud's!

Alexander B.

9 years ago

So good i literally eat here every two weeks or so sometimes multiple times in a week. My only critique: more chips!

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