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    Chulita

    4.3 (758 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Steak tacos
    Denae P.

    Sat at the bar since it was so busy on a Saturday night but the food and atmosphere did not disappoint! We had an amazing bartender who gave us plenty of recommendations on food and drinks. Ended up getting the steak tacos which were amazing. There are also many vegan options on the menu! Really enjoyed our experience at Chulita!

    fish and steak taco with Mexican rice on the side
    Lea M.

    Ambiance- the outside and interior was really nice, the lighting and fans were also very nice. the fans have a really nice beach wind feel to them. i will say the large seat wall outside is so uncomfortable and i wish they would put cushions - it's also not very comfortable for shorter people because my feet dont touch the ground and allow the back to rest. Service - the server was direct and swift, which i appreciate at times though Food - the menu was pretty small, tacos were good, fish taco was my favorite with a nice light vinaigrette type sauce. the mexican rice wasn't my favorite, tasted like something familiar but not authentic mexican rice. overall 4/5

    Barbacoa and Tinga de Pollo
    Natalie S.

    My friend and I came here on cinco de mayo, so it was very busy. We managed to get a seat at the bar, which was in large part due to the hostess. Bar seating is first come, first served. Because it was a busy night, it was difficult to order. The bar staff was slammed which is understandable. We ordered the guacamole which came out in minutes. I love the chips that come with it. They're bigger, so you break them apart to eat. We also ordered the tacos, since it was taco Tuesday and cinco. I ordered the barbacoa and tinga tacos. They were messy. Literally juiced flowing down my wrist. But delicious at the same time. I hate messy food, so that was the only unpleasant part. I've come before and had less messy food, so I'll continue coming back to Chulita.

    Micaela R.

    10/10 service was awesome and fruit was wonderful! This place felt so homey and the drinks were great!

    Quesadillas with steak No crema and Sea Bass entre

    Been wanting to try Chulita for awhile! Overall great experience would come back and also recommend. Ambiance was great and prices were fair! Ensalada Gemito - 2/5 : would not order again or recommend. Salad dressing had ZERO flavor. We asked for extra on the side and still didn't help. Quality of the ingredients wre great and could be so good if they fixed the dressing. Mushroom taco - 4/5 - corn tortilla Hanger Steak taco - 4/5 - corn tortilla Barbacoa - 4/5 - flour tortilla I'd recommend getting the homemade flour tortillas over the corn. Steak Quesadillas- 5/5 - really good and cheese they use is amazing! Sea Bass - 4/5 Iced latte to go: 5/5 hidden gem for coffee and when you order it to go they put it in a really Nice glass jar that makes it even better!

    Cauliflower taco and mushroom taco
    Payal Z.

    This place is packed even on weekdays though we were able to get seating without prior reservation. I had their roasted cauliflower and mushroom tacos, and they were both very flavorful. Their plant based options are truly a standout, especially for Mexican restaurants .

    Esquites and the cheese dip
    Beatrice B.

    Chulita is a must-visit in Venice! I've been twice now--once for dinner and once for brunch--and while both were amazing, brunch stole the show. The atmosphere and vibe are inviting, and the food quality and presentation are incredibly high-end. It feels fancy and upscale without the crazy prices or pretentious attitude. They have tons of excellent vegan options on the menu, and the drinks are phenomenal. If you want a great meal that is a step above your typical Mexican joint, I'd highly recommend this spot. Can't wait for my next trip!

    Sweet potato taquitos
    Madeline L.

    Great, helpful staff. Love how they source from the farmer's market and use the same ingredients in various ways across the menu. Sweet potato taquitos were amazing. One of my favorite dishes in LA. Gem salad was super fresh. Wish they had an alternative dressing, but the server was super helpful and brought me a plate of options, like vinegars and lime. Tacos were good portions and didn't skimp on the meat. We enjoyed the steak, fish, cauliflower, and cactus tacos. Love how they use nutritional yeast (truly underrated ingredient). Would be great if they had a few more lighter NA drink options, that are light on sugar, like a Topo Chico refresher or spritz. Would also enjoy some crudités to dip with salsa/guac. Super cute, very Westside, laidback LA vibe. Great for a date night or friends in town.

    Michelada  Hibiscus margarita
    Saile G.

    First off, the food was amazing, I wish I had a bigger stomach to eat everything off the menu! Even if it was busy we were attended to sweetly and promptly :3 with this heat, a margarita and salad was the best choice, I love how it's an outdoor/indoor vibe. I definitely need to come here at night

    Coliflor fundido
    Emilyn A.

    I dined here with three other friends for dinner and really enjoyed my experience. The service was really great, as the server was accommodating to all our allergies and even brought out extra chips to go with leftover ceviche for me to pack up! We had the coliflor fundido to start, which I am so glad we got, because it was my absolute favorite of the night. I ordered the ceviche for my main and really enjoyed this too. The fish was fresh tasting and the veggies were crunchy and complimented the fish perfectly. As far as the food goes, my biggest regret is not trying the tacos. My friends ordered the barbacoa, nopal, and steak tacos and loved these. Overall, the ambiance is really cozy and beautiful too. It has an indoor outdoor feel, which I can imagine is wonderful when it's warmer, but can be chilly during this time of year. I do wish they had brought out heat lamps to our table but we didn't ask, so that's okay.

    seasonal margarita and buen hombre
    Carla L.

    FOOD 8/10 DRINKS 9/10 AESTHETIC 10/10 SERVICE 7/10 The ceviche off the appetizer menu was delicious, not spicy more on the sour side. I like that they make their own tortillas , we pretty much ordered one tacos of eqch the best ones in my opinion we're barbacoa and steak 10/10. We also ordered a side of red rice , not super authentic but still yummy. I would make reservations or call , it's a small locations with street parking. we ordered the seasonal margarita which was a peach margarita very tasty 10/10.

    Chips Guacamole House Salsa
    Joy F.

    Wonderful dinner at our last night in Venice for the Winter Break. We had later resy and they were able to accommodate us when we arrived early. Sat in the front patio with heaters. Started with chips, salsa and guac. Loved the whole tortilla chip, break it yourself type thing. We all had drinks mine of course with Mezcal and Hibiscus. The seasonal marg was apricot - delicious! Had the creamy and thick tortilla soup, quesadilla (best one according to our daughter!) which looked more like an enchilada. Had the grilled fish with creamy cauli mash --- so good! Had the hanger steak but wished it was more tender then finished off with churros. Our server was attentive and overall good experience at this cozy with a cool vibe Michelin resto.

    Ron L.

    On a rainy day and although Chilita in Venice has a beautiful patio, I made my way to this restaurant on Rose Avenue after attending a Venice artist studio open house. The outdoor patio was closed and I sat comfortably inside facing the large, beautiful bar and indoor dining area. It was a Sunday so they handed me a brunch menu along with the regular menu and dessert menu. Chilita's offers a Novo Mexican cuisine that is both familiar and populated by vegan/GF offerings with unique sauces. I ordered the following: QUESADILLA Heirloom Corn Tortillas, Queso Oaxaca, Pipián de Calabaza, Crema, Avocado Salsa + ADD BARBACOA PUMPKIN PIE SPICED CHURROS Vegan/Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie Spiced Churros, Almond Milk, Salted Coconut Coffee Caramel Sauce The Quesadillas came three fold and with such a delicious wet sauce that each bite with the barbacoa was smilingly tasty. I ate 2/3rds and took one home which allowed for another meal and for me to eat the special pumpkin churros with caramel sauce that probably is meant for 2 but somehow didn't have a chance for my gluttony. I took my time savoring these strips of light GF dough with a caramel sauce that could make a jalapeno sing with sweetness. Another totally satisfying meal even though I didn't get to try one of their wonderful sounding cocktails. Next time Yelpers.

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    Ask the Community - Chulita

    Are reservations required?

    No, they are not required, but recommended during some of the peak times if you don't want to wait :)

    What's the base for the vegan chorizo?

    Hi! It’s tofu

    What are the brunch days and times?

    Saturday and Sunday 9-4 :)

    Rephrasing my original question as I have never eaten here but I have a rez for outdoor dining tonight and want to know if I can bring my dog?

    No, we allow dogs in the outdoor cabana on the street or out on the sidewalk patio along the side of the building

    Why are Tuesday the best nights?

    How can someone get in touch for company events? Your phone never picks up and no one responds to your primary email listed on your site.

    Sure ... you can Tex me 3239477868 ....

    Do they have gluten free options? If yes, what are the options? Was also curious if the tostadas with the guacamole are gluten free?

    Yes mostly the entire menu except for the prickly pear cheesecake is gluten free for dinner. The tostadas are corn and the guacamole is avocado, tomato, onion, lime juice, and jalapeño.

    Are pets allowed? I'd like to bring my dog who will probably be asleep the entire time!

    Do they do happy hour?

    We just started our happy hour Monday-Thursday 3:30-6:00!

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