we've been going here for around 15 years now and there hasn't been a single bad time going. Probly…read morethe best Mexican food spot in LA. I personally LOVE the: shrimp cocktail. crunchy, beef taco. and bean and cheese burrito w/ cause on top. The service makes it feel like home. (and decor is on point.) ;)

Had dinner at La Cocina last night, and honestly, the experience went from 5 stars to zero real…read morequick. The food was extremely disappointing. It didn't taste fresh at all--it felt like everything was reheated. It took about 10 minutes just to get an enchilada plate and some flautas, and both dishes had absolutely no flavor. The salad that came with the enchiladas was drenched in dressing to the point where I couldn't even eat it. We also ordered guacamole, and wow--it was really bad. Definitely not fresh. Honestly, store-bought guac tastes better. The salsa was basically watered down with no flavor whatsoever. Safe to say, I won't be going back. I had heard great things, but it just wasn't worth it. We really need a solid Mexican restaurant in the Santa Clarita area--somewhere that actually delivers fresh, flavorful food and goes above and beyond. Service was ok. Can't even speak on the drinks since I didn't try any.

This is our go-to place for Mexican food in Santa Clarita…read more We shared the carnitas plate and added one extra salad. Everything was amazing!

Recommended to us, my wife and I tried them out for dinner. It was overall a nice dinner…read moreexperience. They are a bit out of our way, and while good, nothing there was so spectacular that I would make a special trip for it, but it was good. They are located in a strip mall location, very non-descript, and the build out is basic but clean. My daughter had described it as a "hole in the wall, but good food" restaurant. That's pretty accurate. We were greeted immediately and in a very friendly manner as soon as we entered. It seemed slow for a Friday night, but we were on the early side. We were seated at a table and brought water, chips and salsa right away. The salsa is thin and spicy, and had a good tasted to it. My wife ordered a Cadillac margarita, and I ordered a regular. The drinks were a generous pour, and they didn't scrimp on the tequila. The Grand Marnier was brought in a shot glass. Both my wife and I enjoyed our drinks. My chile relleno combo was very good, some of the biggest freakin' chiles I've seen. They tasted great and were served piping hot with rice and beans. We were visited several times by ownership. The service was top rate and very friendly. So...not enough for me to return, but that's only because of distance from our house. We have our usual place 3 minutes away, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't be a first choice for you.

What a gem this place is! Randomly, came across it after my workout class and got the carnitas…read moretorta with French fries and omg!!!! So delicious! The food is authentic and the salsas are a hit! Please order the pineapple agua fresca! The service was impeccable and the whole staff is so welcoming and sweet; specially Zabine made our first time here even more special by having us try some delicious churros! The place is really cozy and cute. There is ample parking and both inside and outside seating!

What a lovely place! Located in a shopping center right off Newhall ranch road…read more The food is very authentic. They're refried beans are very tasty. But what captured me the most was the fact that the chips that were brought to the table were homemade fresh and hot. This is definitely a telltale sign that you're gonna get good food. The quesadilla with Carne Asada was so flavorful and tender. It doesn't take much to make this quesadilla delicious; meat and cheese. It's all that it needed. I love that they have a choice of green or red enchiladas. I chose the green and what a delicious sauce. Saving the best for last was a lovely woman who was so kind and so pleasant and just downright sweet. Sabina(?) really just made our visit extra special. Although, this is a order at the counter and seat yourself, she's still made it feel very much like table service. She brought us fresh chips and salsa was very attentive and insured. we had everything we needed, even though she was the only one serving the dining room that day. She really is a hard worker and just so very pleasant. I was so taken by the artwork on the walls. I completely forgot to take pictures of my food, but everything was delicious, including the freshly made dessert that we were served compliments of the house. This was my first visit, but certainly won't be. The last end is definitely part of my go to is when it comes to semi fast Mexican food.

We visited for Father's Day with our family, and it was our first time dining here. The food was…read moreexcellent, and everyone at the table enjoyed their meal. The flavors were great, portions were generous, and everything came out fresh and delicious. The service was also outstanding. Our server, Leo, was very welcoming and made us feel comfortable from the start. He had a great personality, checked on our table regularly, and always seemed to know when we needed something without us having to ask. His recommendations were excellent--the carnitas were delicious, and the Watermelon Hibiscus Margarita was amazing. Overall, the combination of great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere made for a wonderful family dinner. We'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend this place to others.

Absolutely fabulous food! Some of the best in Santa Clarita! Been here probably a dozen times. Each…read moretime I get something different. I've never had a clunker in the bunch. My current favorite is the chicken mole. It's nice to find somebody who really puts their heart and soul into making a good mole. Nutty and chocolatey undertones give way to a nice subtle spice. Absolute perfection. Another favorite is the shrimp enchiladas. The shrimp were incredible and tasted like wild shrimp. I asked the owner what type of shrimp they use and sure enough, they use wild caught shrimp. I chatted with the owner a bit and she is super passionate about her food. They do have their hard liquor license. The skinny cucumber margarita is superb. Definitely one of the best restaurants in the Santa Clarita Valley.

Loved the happy hour here, where you can get good food and drinks for a good price!…read more I came by to check out their happy hour Friday afternoon around 4 pm and it wasn't too crowded. Happy hour is offered daily 3-6 pm and 9 pm to close and includes both food and drink specials. They also offer all day specials on Tuesday for Taco Tuesday. I had the LP margarita for $9 off the happy hour menu. It was a pretty good margarita! We started with their complimentary salsa. I was very happy to find that it wasn't spicy but still very flavorful. I'm a picky eater and usually don't like restaurant salsas, but this was right up my alley. We then shared an order of their guacamole ($8.25 hh), cachetada ($6.25 hh), and a couple of tacos ($4.25 each). The guac was amazing as well, made with ripe avocados and just the right amount of salt and flavor. It comes with a giant plate of chips which were still warm from the fryer. I just wish there was more of it! For the tacos, I tried the ribeye, the gochujang carnitas (monthly special), and the regular carnitas. The regular carnitas was by far my favorite. The gochujang was okay but I personally found it too sweet, and the ribeye was a bit bland. I didn't try the cachetada as it was way too cheesy for my personal tastes, but I would recommend getting this if you like cheesy foods. My friend said it was like eating cheese straight up.

Glad I finally got to check this place out!…read more It's in the beautiful Vineyards shopping center in Porter Ranch, close to the AMC and Tifa Gelato shop (my gps had me park farther than needed). Extensive tequila and mezcal menu, Really attractive, sleek interior. Met my friend for a Tuesday lunch and discovered that all day Tuesday is Happy Hour! And, even better is that a la carte tacos on Tuesday are $3 instead of the normal HH price of $4.50! Aidan was our server-in-training and, while he was mistaken that I could sub mezcal for tequila for the HH, he was lovely. He was attentive when needed and also let us girls catch up! What we ordered and thought: -Chips and salsa brought to the table. Sadly both were mediocre; thankfully, this meant that I did not eat too many chips! -LP Margarita ($9 on HH); balanced and refreshing -Pacifico ($6 on HH) what I would expect -Madre Espadin Mezcal ($12) also what I would expect, though I wish the service were more authentic to CDMX, which is the vibe of the restaurant -Guacamole ($8.25 on HH) Fresh and tasty; again mediocre chips -Rib Eye Taco ($3 for Tuesday HH); had I known it was only 3 bucks, I would have ordered two. The meat was very flavorful and cooked beautifully, not overdone! -Corn off the Cobb Salad ($13.75) add Steak ($8.25) My friend LOVED her salad and also raved about the flavor, quality, and doneness of the steak. Great spot for lunch, as we didn't need a reservation, though from what people say, it gets very busy at night and on the weekends. They have a Sunday Funday that looks good, too!

We arrived on a Friday night around 7:25 and there was a 20 minute wait to be seated indoors, and…read moreno waiting to sit outdoors. I, of course, forgot my jacket so indoors it was. (It did look like they had heaters outside though - not too sure if they were turned on). We were seated around 7:40 and we had two waiters. We asked what the margarita flavors of the day were, and they had hibiscus, jicama cucumber, and a jalapeño pineapple. I opted for the jalapeño pineapple, while my partner got the Sabor. For appetizers we ordered the trio dip and taquitos. For entrees, we ordered the al pastor street tacos, and Enchiladas Sabor. For dessert we ordered the nutella filled churros. I believe our bill was around $135. Pros: everything came out so quickly! Drinks were LARGE. Timing of the food: Drinks were out in five minutes, appetizers in ten mins of ordering, and entrees in fifteen minutes of ordering. The service was also great. Our waiter came in and checked on us, but wasn't overbearing. The quality of the food was also great. I kept saying everything felt very elevated and a great place to go for a nice dinner. I did not do any research before coming here. This was a place that my partner chose, so the two comments that I made (which I later found out was also commonly noted on Yelp) was that the Chips & Salsa were not free, and that my enchiladas did not come with rice and beans. Typically, when I go out for Mexican food, there are certain things I look forward to, so I was a little thrown off that they weren't provided here. The trio dip was a great option because it did have a bean dip as well as salsa, but it was just a bummer that it was an extra charge. Overall: great service, quality of food, very efficient, and plenty of parking.

After being out in the sun the whole morning, a group of us stopped for lunch in this beautifully…read moredesigned and well-ventilated restaurant. Upon first impressions, you'll notice brick walls combined with striking decor such as crosses, candles, and black-and-white paintings of women in traditional wear. The sunshine brought in some warmth to the main hall, though we were seated in a sectioned off area on the left which was more dimly lit. All the while, songs from Luis Miguel's catalogue were playing in the background. Everything that was ordered was presented with delicate precision. I was particularly interested in the Crepas Mexicana, and when it was served the folks around me give the dish the proper amount of oohs and ahhs. Layered poblano crepes filled with shredded chicken and avocado on top of a yellow bell pepper sauce base that was both velvety and hearty. Since it was also one of our friend's birthday, the waitstaff brought out a bowl of ice cream with a candle.

Service at the bar top was amazing! Attentive and perfect. Food was delicious and margaritas were …read more P.S. - Don't forget to get the margarita bucket to go!

Always great food and service at a reasonable price. Wish they would open a restaurant in Valencia.read more

Always a great choice! Salsa and chips are fresh. Friendly…read moreservice. If you know, you know Happy hour now!!

The hostess managed to turn a simple "check in for a table" into a full-blown attitude…read moredemonstration. I walked up, gave my name and party size, and was greeted with an eye roll so dramatic it deserved its own IMDb credit. Instead of a basic "we'll have a table shortly," the response came back in a tone that suggested I had personally ruined her evening by existing. Then, in what might have been the most puzzling part of the interaction, she suggested I sit at the bar with my child instead of waiting for a table. I'm all for creative seating solutions, but family dinner at the bar probably isn't the hospitality move most restaurants are aiming for. Unfortunately, the food didn't redeem the experience. The chicken in both the enchiladas and the tacos was extremely dry -- the kind of dry where you start wondering if it had been reheated one too many times. On top of that, everything was noticeably under-seasoned, which is surprising for dishes that should normally be packed with flavor. The strangest moment came when the server stopped by and asked how everything was. I answered honestly and said the food was bad. The response? A quick "thank you." No follow-up, no concern, no offer to fix anything -- which pretty much summed up the entire experience. The restaurant itself looked lively and the space seemed nice enough, but first impressions matter. Restaurants spend thousands designing ambiance, menus, and lighting... and then sometimes forget the very first human interaction is the hostess. Between the welcome, the food, and the lack of response when we mentioned it, the whole visit just missed the mark. If the goal was a memorable dining experience, mission accomplished -- just not for the reasons anyone hopes for when they go out to dinner.