Came here for my friend's birthday dinner, and it ended up being such a fun spot for my group. The…read moreatmosphere was probably my favorite part--dim lighting, beautiful decor, and it definitely has that trendy vibe that's perfect for celebrating or catching up with friends. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was presented really well. The enchiladas were flavorful, the grilled fish was cooked perfectly, and the tortillas with the short rib were a table favorite. Portions were great for sharing, and the sauces really tied everything together. Service was friendly and our server checked in on us throughout the night without making us feel rushed. It did get a little busy, so there were a few waits between courses, but nothing that took away from the experience. Overall Great atmosphere, solid food, and a fun place for birthdays or date nights. I'd definitely come back!!

We came to Ka'teen specifically for their Dine LA menu and made a 6:45 PM reservation. When we…read morearrived, we were told the Dine LA menu was already sold out--which was confusing since they open at 6 PM. Our waiter then told us we needed a specific Dine LA reservation, something that was never mentioned when I called or when I made the reservation. I've been to plenty of Dine LA restaurants and have never experienced this. The service wasn't necessarily bad, but it was very dismissive. No apology, no real explanation--they basically just brushed it off. Thankfully, the food saved the night! The Michelada oysters were TO DIE FOR--seriously one of the best oyster flavors I've ever had. We also had the short rib plate, which was delicious. The outdoor atmosphere and decor are really cute too. I would come back, but ONLY for those oysters--definitely not for the service.

Asada Burrito 2.0 Beans, cheese, choice of meat, all blended…read morereally well together. Surprisingly packed burrito. Had to take smaller bites so that my mouth wasn't over overwhelmed (pause) with food. 1 cabeza Taco Tortilla super soft, good contrast. nice fatty parts, some part of crispy. The cabbage is great mouth feel. Green salsa with a bit more on the acidic side while the red sauce was a lot more refreshing would definitely go for a second red sauce next time. You can get cheaper and more quantity at other taco places but you'll be missing out on how high quality it is. Would recommend

Agua fresca (cucumber lime and jamaica) - 5/5 Asada burrito…read more- 4/5 Chivichanga beef - 5/5 Bean and cheese - 3/5. Was almost cold. The tortillas make all the difference. I just wish the bean and cheese was hotter. Also, it didn't come with grilled green onions like the other location.

Went back to Dama for their Dine LA menu so I thought I'd post so you don't miss out. For starters…read moreyou get GUACAMOLE, WHIPPED BEANS AND A CEVICHE TOSTADA. Yes, you get all three so no hard choices have to be made. My first impression of the beans was that they were no biggie but last night they were fire! I almost ordered a plate to take home. You have been warned the ceviche tostada has a kick but squirt some lime on it if you need to and you will survive. As for the guacamole, it's guacamole - need I say more? For my entree I went with the snapper, which came with escabeche, lime, pineapple, cilantro, green onion, and chili rub. In the past, I've strictly stuck to their small plates and I feel that's still the way to go. Nothing wrong with my snapper, I just love all the other little plates more. I went with one other person and only one piece of cheesecake came out. Supposedly it was a bigger slice but looked like an average size to me. This cheesecake is made with manchego cheese so don't expect an overly sweet treat. I did enjoy it. But, I also ordered their flan that is only available in August and I found that to be better than the cheesecake. Get both as one is limited edition. We also got the fried chicken tacos. We were told they were pretty spicy but I felt the ceviche was spicier. They were tasty but did not live up to their oxtail tacos they used to have. Also, squirt some lime on these tacos - you're welcome. This is one of my fave places to dine during peak weather season. Go check them out. Tip: street parking is available if you get there at 5 otherwise valet is $15. Trust, you do not want to park your car anywhere other than that one block where the restaurant is located.

Came for Chef Antonia Lafaso's restaurant. Decor is giving high end chic beach bar kindda vibe…read more Calamari is good but I wish it's in a bigger piece. They also use squid ink so it's actually black color. Corn was superb. The special sauce was so different. Love the taste. Tostado cooked perfectly. Soft and tender beef brisket. Basically fell apart when you try to pick it up. Fried quesadilla is not my fav. Beef empanadas are not bad. Staff are friendly and very helpful. The restaurant is inside a plaza with couple restaurants together. Outside of the plaza is a little sketchy. Street parking. Free after 6pm.

Came here to watch the World Cup game and it was a VIBBBBBBE…read more Great accommodating staff, they really were on top of cleaning up the tables and filling up our drinks The food was AMAZING! I recently visited Oaxaca & this is exactly like their mole. So. Good. Can't recommend this place MORE. Take your friends, family, coworkers they have large party friendly seating Definitely will be coming here again!

My family was in town for a Dodger game and to enjoy the evening I brought 10 people with me. We…read morewere given tortilla chips with 3 different moles as soon as we sat down. There were many families eating dinner and many larger parties that looked like they were celebrating something special. We were all famished after fighting through LA traffic on a weeknight. I'm pretty sure we ordered at least half the items on the menu. Every dish ordered was fine, edible, not burnt but just ok. While I am by no means a connoisseur of Oaxacan food, I am perplexed at the number of reviews raving about this restaurant. It's fine, there nothing wrong with the food, but I, personally, don't think it's rave worthy. I've been here 2x now. I'll come back to a place especially when it's on a "best of" list and I wasn't impressed. I always think it may have just been a bad day or perhaps I didn't order well. Next time I see this spot on a "best of" list I'm going to find out WHAT dishes I should've ordered.

El Compadre is an LA staple, we've been coming here for years. The dim lighting, cozy vibe, and…read morelayout make it feel intimate, even though it's bigger than it looks. The bar sits right in the middle and is truly the star of the show. Service, drinks, and food are consistently great and clearly made with love. The margaritas and micheladas are easily some of the best in LA, hands down. This time I went with the chicken and shrimp fajitas and they did not disappoint. And the guacamole? It tastes like your grandmother made it. Portions are huge, so definitely come hungry. From the parking attendant to the servers, bartenders, and bussers, everyone delivers amazing service, it genuinely feels like family every time. Perfect spot for any occasion, or even just to chill and enjoy some authentic Mexican food.

Located on Sunset Blvd with Valet parking since street parking is often difficult…read more Busy restaurant with a great fun vibe. Good sized menu with lots of classic mexican plates. Their house margarita is delicious! Can get busy, we ate at the bar. It was a Friday night and they had live music plus tvs around with sporting events. Service was excellent- checking on us and refilling our chips and salsa

I recently celebrated my wife's birthday at Mirate restaurant with 12 guests, and I must say the…read moreexperience was exceptional from beginning to end. We all enjoyed authentic Mexican cuisine, with each dish offering a unique taste and beautifully prepared flavors. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere and is clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The food, service, and overall experience were outstanding. Most importantly, my wife was extremely happy with her birthday celebration and very pleased with our choice of Mirate. I highly recommend Mirate to anyone looking for an exceptional Mexican dining experience. We will definitely be coming back!

The first time I visited this place, I was enjoying their elite tier cocktails. On this visit, I…read morewas able to a get a few bites to compliment some of the delicious drinks I was getting. Just like my previous visit, the service and hospitality here is just spectacular. Our group got here at prime dinner time so the place was packed and the vibe was lively. While getting some of their delicious cocktails, I got a few of their tacos off their light bites menu. I can't think of many things better than sipping fantastic cocktails while eating elevated tacos. For my next visit, I'll definitely have to have a proper whole meal here lol.

Oh my goodness! That was absolutely delicious! I came for the food and left with a contented…read morestomach. The service was also fantastic. A big thank you to our server, Felipe, who made the entire experience truly remarkable.

Truly one of my fave spots. I always bring my mom when she's in town and we get the marg flight!…read moreIt's the best :)

Smiling that the burrito tasted homemade and hearty!…read more El Tepeyac Cafe had a small line but it moved fast. If it is just you, grab the counter. The Hollenbeck de Pollo had a huge filling of guacamole, and chicken!!! Mini $12.99. What a great deal in this economy. The portions were large and the wet burrito just had so much flavor. I loved how everything came together. Ordered the half basket of chips and boy was it worth! Thanks Eric for the recommendation and tips!! Will be back if in the area!! And there was a line when I left! The guy behind the counter was great!

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