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    Rosetta S.

    Great food, great service! The store Is cute, clean and the best part, the food is authentic and fresh.

    Celina W.

    This was hands-down the best ceviche I've had since living in L.A.! The flavors were spot-on, and the owner was incredibly kind and welcoming. Funny story--I told her the taste reminded me of my uncle's ceviche, something I haven't had in years since I haven't visited my hometown in L.A. Turns out, she's actually from L.A. too, and from a city right next to where my uncle lives. Such a cool full-circle moment!

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    Linda C.

    My first time here because I was craving a raspado. I also got the Cheeto corn. I thought I said a vanilla raspado but I was given coconut. But it's ok. I guess I tried something new. The lady worker was really sweet & I didn't want her to make another one so I just took it. I wasn't really a big fan of the coconut so I gave it to my bf and felt like the Cheeto corn could use more mayo on it as it's a bit dry.. but the staff is friendly and the store is pretty clean. Looks like a small business and I suggest trying this place out!

    Called fruit drink with spicy Mexico seasoning around the rim and straw. Freaking delicious.
    Ted S.

    The shop is Apparently Mexican street food, which I was really not expecting. I thought it was going to be more of a taco shop with burritos and stuff. I was very pleasantly surprised with the drinks and had a shrimp and fruit dish for lunch. Everything that I ate was very fresh and very good. I used to own a restaurant in Chicago and I recognize that the owners are taking great effort at keeping everything absolutely as fresh as they can and the shop itself is very clean and presentable.

    Destiny R.

    Service was excellent. I got a mangoneada and elote. I will definitely be back to taste more things on the menu.

    Clamato
    Courtney S.

    Everything was delicious! My husband got clamato and it was so fresh and flavorful. I got the elote and it was insanely good! The owner makes everything FRESH. She was so kind and friendly and wanted to share her story and experience. It was so great. I can't emphasize how tasty and fresh everything is!!

    Piñalada and mangonada  yum
    Michael L.

    It's summer ! And it's getting hot so you might want to find some time to get some cool refreshments from this place asap ! Everything is made from scratch and tastes very fresh. I've only had a few item off their extensive menu but I have all summer to try every delicacy available. The ladies working service you with a smile and please by all means smile back okay.

    Elote
    Cecilia T.

    This spot was very clean! I loved the decoration and the service was very welcoming. But the star of the show definitely had to be the food! Everything was so tasty and fresh. I recommend you come with a buddy and try everything you will not be disappointed. We will be regular customers from here on out

    Mangonada with fruit
    Olivier M.

    This is the place to go if you want some quality Mexican style sea food and botanas, I highly recommend this place.

    Mangonada
    Lopezz L.

    La mejor mangonada que e probado, lo recomiendo, vallan a probar las botanas que se miran ricas. El lugar se mira limpio y el servicio excelente.

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