Just a hole in the wall kinda place, was in the mood for some good menudo and to the advice of this place on Yelp! It has the feel of a family owned restaurant. Service is quick and accommodating. Coffee tastes great. So the menudo comes with onions, cilantro, lime and tortillas. Of course you have a choice between flour or corn tortillas. Chips and salsa are brought to the table before ordering. Salsa is very flavorful and not hot. A hot salsa is brought out with the menudo. The menudo here is really good, now if you enjoy the hominy typically served in menudo, you will be disappointed. Now I know that there is menudo with or without hominy/tripe , this one bowl had no hominy. Anyway it's recommended and based off the menudo and the patrons here I will be back for other Mexican food cravings in the future. read more

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I live down the street from this place and have tried to eat here multiple times and it's always closed. Maybe it's a front for something? They clearly don't have any sort of reliable hours. Don't get your hopes up. Asked someone who works there what their hours are and they couldn't/wouldn't tell me read more

I'm still at the table, trying to pace myself. Not only are they incredibly welcoming Agua Frescas y Jamaica Chilaquiles con asada y juevos Delicioso, Sabroso, Abudante My first time here,most certainly not my last!!! read more

Don Zarape - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

This was my to go place when I used to live in North Hollywood. It's the best Mexican spot to go to People are so humble there and it's inexpensive The albóndigas are amazing Well just about everything on this menu is delicious The service is quick and you can selected were to sit. It's ambience is cool and almost feels like a family gathering Love this place read more

Im saddened to mention this, but need to say that since the original owners passed away it's not the same, I know their children keep going with what they can do of hours. I live down the street and been going to this Don Zarape for more than 15 years. Truly wish everyone well and sending my deepest condolences and sympathy. When it's not open we go to location #2 on Vineland and Burbank also family owned of this Don Zarape. Peace and love to every staff and family of these two places. And I have tried everything on the menu and love it all. My favorite chicken mole enchiladas, green pork chilie platter. And my father's were all the soups and Menudo. He too is know in heaven. His last outing was at Don Zarape. He ordered menudo. read more

I feel awful about my previous review. It was not this location. I drove by to make sure I rated the correct location and was mortified. Please accept my apologies. I'm sure you all took a hit and I will do whatever I can to make it up to you. I have never ordered food from your location. As far as I know, you are a five star, top shelf restaurant. In the meantime, I wish you all the best and I'll see you when I see you. read more

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would!Zarape Mexican Food is next level. Everything is homemade and full of authentic flavor -- it's like someone's abuela is back there cooking with love. The soup? Incredible. The shrimp cocktail? Packed with flavor and super fresh. And the handmade tortillas... unreal. You can taste the difference. Even the chips and salsa are freaking amazing -- I could eat just that and leave happy. This spot is a hidden gem and highly, highly recommended. If you're craving real Mexican food, this is the place. I'll definitely be coming back again and again! Don't leave without a aqua Fresca pina also the Tacos the carne asada is the absolute best read more

Don Zarape - Best tacos in Los Angeles - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

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I live across the street from Don Zarape and have eaten here probably a hundred times - but I started waking up earlier for a new job and while having my coffee in the morning I look out the window and I watch the workers opening the store. I was absolutely shocked to see their employees using a hose to spray the trash and debris from the sidewalk into the gutter. They don't even have the decency to get a broom and dust pan and put the trash in a trash can. They put it in the street and then spray it down the street so you'll notice two piles of filthy trash and debris on each side of their restaurant in the gutter. They do this all the time. I watch them take a bunch of broken glass and put it in the gas station parking lot. They didn't even sweep it up and put it in the trash. A week later I walked over there and the broken glass is still there in the gas station parking lot where Don Zarape employee put it so he wouldn't have to do the right thing and clean up the mess. I'm sorry, but I'll never eat here again AND I am telling everyone I see what horrible community members these people are. We all live here. This is our neighborhood and they are just putting trash in the street. Bad for the community, bad for the children, bad for the world. I will never eat here again. I will include photos of the trash from last week. read more

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Got my self a steak burrito .steak was not fresh it was left overs from the day before ,salty hard like made of rubber. Low quality for $17.00 . Not recommended this place. read more

The ambiance and service were excellent and the food was a bit above mid. I ordered the Mexican chicken enchiladas plate which came with beans and rice and a pepino agua Fresca. Total after tax and the $1 card charge fee was $31.37, not including tip. The pepino was refreshing and light. The Fresca came with 1 free refill, anything after would be an additional charge. The enchiladas had a delicious red pepper-y sauce to them. While some bites had tender soft chicken, other bites were dry and not as juicy. Definitely the star of the plate was the rice. It was fluffy and had great texture all while being the furthest from anything dry. The beans, although having great texture and firmness, weren't seasoned all that well. I found myself dousing it in Tapatio. read more

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We love this place, it's close to home and is always delicious weather it's to dine and eat or even take away. read more

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They have the best burritos best tacos best authentic Mexican food in the valley best prices amazing device

The dinner they served me was full of tasty and fresh ingredients! The staff was very kind and were excited to come back and try their margaritas with friends. I'm very impressed with this space and the food. read more

Don Zarape - Shrimp taco, fresh house guacamole with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

I was looking for street tacos on my way to an appointment while I was in Valley Village area and I came across this place as they were on the way to the appointment. Now I have been to several taco places all over the valley, (please check my yelp for reference), the East Coast Mexico, etc. and hands-down LA has the best Mexican food I will start with that. I ordered two Asada tacos and one pastor taco -- I was not happy with the yellow corn tortillas as they tasted stale on one of my tacos, it was about 1030 when I went so this could be a true thing, but in my opinion, the Asada meat tasted like it was left over from yesterday and reheat it today, which I am not a person to eat leftovers that's just my personal preference I make food at home I eat what I cook -- I order food out I eat what I buy so it was quite disappointing and I get it everyone is going through hard times, foods expensive for the restaurant industry. I can see why they would not either discard of the meat or take it home with them what their dynamic would be but to reuse it and you think your food is going to be fresh was very disappointing. I'm not gonna say I spent a lot of money on my tacos because I didn't spend a lot of money I think the tacos were three dollars each but even still give quality food for people who are ordering from a restaurant. I will give it to them. The Pastor taco was amazing. I should've just got three of those but I don't really eat much pork and the salsa and chips were good. The restaurant was a cute restaurant although I don't understand why having a full grown pitbull dog I guess it is trained sitting in the restaurant with one of your family members or friends hanging out is appropriate, but hey, that's just me I could understand if they had a back patio but they don't. The staff was very kind and friendly. But I must agree with one of the other yelp reviews that was recent the tortillas were not good at all and if you're going to buy store-bought tortillas, there's some great places that you can get them from to make authentic street tacos because that was not an authentic street taco or good quality Asada. read more

Don Zarape - Before I tasted my food - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

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Super authentic food, I got the carne asada plate and it was very delicious, atmosphere is welcoming and very clean, you must try this place, I would highly recommend it read more

Don Zarape - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

Not all Don Zarape locations are created alike. I was not too impressed with the #2 location on Vineland. However, this location #1, Don Zapata is one of the best of the chains yet. The storefront looks small and unassuming but inside is a nice size dining room which is clean and well adorned. Within mere seconds of sitting down, I was greeted with chips & salsa, and a drink request. Now that's good service! I'm happy to say that this quality of service and attention to my needs remained throughout my visit. With regard to the food, the Carne Asada soft tacos are some of the best I've had. The sirloin meat is nicely grilled and seasoned and there was no gristle. The corn tortilla is clearly homemade and had a very nice flavor. The Chicken Enchilada Rancheras consisted of three medium size enchiladas, rice, beans and a small salad garnish. The food here is very tasty and reasonably priced. From top to bottom, I had a great experience. The food, service and the comfort of the location we're all very good. There is parking in the back. I will definitely be visiting Don Zapata #1 again. I am a fan! read more

Don Zarape - Chicken Enchilada Rancheras - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

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Friendly and pretty fast service. Everything was prepared fresh after we ordered, including the guacamole. The sizes were generous and the home made tortillas were amazing. No complaints would definitely go back. read more

Don Zarape - Huge taco - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

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Everything, the menudo is just water with a couple of medimos floating on the plate, & clean bones of pata, one of the worse places where you can order food read more

Great food and super amazing service! Awesome portions, you get sooo much food! Please support this neighborhood spot.

The food here is amazing! Excellent ingredients and delicious, nutritious items! The staff are pleasant and helpful! Caldo de pollo helped us heal from COVID effects and wet burritos are fantastic! Chips are crispy and thick. Salsa is splendid! Its a win win to come here! read more

I was looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant in Colorado, didn't think I was going to find it! Definitely hit the spot, I was in a rush so I grab the carne asada plate! Everything on it was delicious! They are not shy when I comes to serve you a plate! Jesus it was so much food! It's a family vibe restaurant where you can take your kids, definitely a lunch spot if your looking for a bite to eat while on break! Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to go back and try more food but I can tell you this much I know for a fact the food is on point! Check it out read more

Friendly staff and great food! A little pricier for some of the items but over really good! The agua Fresca was amazing! And so we're the taquitos. The ambiance was good and homey. read more

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My husband and I eat here too often than I should admit, lol. This is probably the best Mexican food that I have had in the area. We always try to try new restaurants but always end up remaining loyal to Don Zarape. Everything is bomb. 15/5 review. read more

How do you run a restaurant but never answer the damn phone?? That shit is annoying yo like wtf!!! I'm assuming people are lazy as shit and don't want to take orders over the phone! Shit is weird and sad! I'm never going back! read more

Don Zarape - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

Place is unassuming, and if you blink you'll miss it. When you come in you'll see all the dishes on the wall. I've tried their chili Colorado, their beef and yesterday I tried their meat combo. Their salsa is amazing as well. They are known for their whole fried fish.. I think I'm gonna try that next time. Come by and support a true local restaurant and leave full and happy. read more

Don Zarape - Chili Colorado - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

The seafood is SUPER FRESH couldn't have enjoyed a better spot for it . Service is top notch ladies are so friendly .... Plenty of seating and the art inside makes it so beautiful to dine @ def recommend. read more

Great authentic Mexican cuisine. Probably the best in this area. Every time I've been here, it's been semi-filled (which is great). You can tell this place has been around for a while and is loved by its patrons. Their wet burritos are large, filling and evenly priced. The guaraches are also very large and tasty. The service is top notch. read more

Place is a good spot, we had their mole on their tacos that they are known for and was not bad for the area. We had also tried their burrito and the salsa that was in it seemed like it was watered down or needed more of its green pepper. Aguas are good an not over sugared. read more

This place is so yummy-good. We recently discovered Don Zarape and the food is delicious. Everything we've eaten here is really good. The customer service is great too. Always attentive. read more

Came here for Friday Lent and got the Campechana with a pineapple-orange agua fresca and everything was ON POINT. It's common for the octopus and scallops to be a tad gummy but mine was perfect. Salsa with the chips was good not spicy at all (how I like it ) everyone seemed to be having a good day from the pretty waiters to the singing cooks lol. Will definitely be coming back, probably for the caldo. read more

Don Zarape - Campechana (No imitation crab because I'm allergic, normally it's in there) - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

Came here for breakfast. Got Huevos a la mexicana. The homemade tortillas were delicious!!! Service was also great, very friendly staff.

Had lunch here first time, right away the waitress greeted us so friendly. Water for drinks and got our order. I'm here for menudo, its rare to find Mexican restaurants that has this soup, mostly on Saturdays, dont ask why, idk either. But, it wasn't done right, the tripes were overcooked, and it didn't have hominy in it, its supposed to. But, I finished it, the taste was there with that of exception (tripes) they're very attentive and always filling your glass of water and asking you if everything is good. So, over all it's a nice little quaint spot, but I'm not sure if I'm returning, cause my companions order was not at all that good, a bit pricey and a lot of veggies instead of the actual steak n shrimps read more

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I ordered the chile verde wet burrito with green sauce. It's the BEST burrito I have ever had. Please don't change a thing! I ate it here before but it was never this delicious. Not sure if you changed the cook? Perfect amount of meat, beans and cheese. The chile verde sauce is perfection. Reminded me of home. read more

I make a point to treat myself to Don Zarape every Friday. Their Chilaquiles are the best in LA, bar none. As long as I live in Valley Village, I'll be walking to see this family owned restaurant every week. They are very welcoming and the food is amazing. read more

Overpriced and I ordered a pork burrito and it came with so little meat. It's too bad because I live close by.

Don't sleep on this place, I've lived down the street for years and i'm just trying now. I had the molcajete so flavorful

Top 3 places for me to get menudo. The menudo is delicious here. Friendly service good food. read more

Don Zarape - Menudo - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

I was on the hunt for Menudo and Mr Don had it! I also had a chicken and Al pastor taco on their homemade shells--so good! I wish the menudo had more of a blod flavor to it, it was good- but I have had better. read more

Don Zarape - Menudo and Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California

If you see a review below 5 stars don't believe it. You cannot beat homemade tortillas. Food is so on point I dream about it. Please support this amazing business!!! read more

I can't stop raving about this spot... was driving down Burbank starving and saw a spot next to the gas station and said hey why not ‍... I got the fish tostada (because they had them on the menu ) and my girl got mixed enchiladas... when i say this was the BEST fish ceviche I've ever had I'm not exaggerating and that's rivaling some amazing places in Baja. I'm not sure what type of fish they used but I will find out, the flavors were perfect mix of acidic and savory and the hot sauce was a homemade version of taps too but with waay better flavor and kick;they also give you salt packets to control the saltiness of the dish(great!). The chicken in her enchiladas had a rotisserie flavor to it which lets me know it was definitely slow roasted. The rice... amazing, I know rice but seriously the flavor was epic. Go to this place and you tell me what you taste! read more