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    Don Zarape

    4.0 (143 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Don Zarape - Corn tortillas, (Hot off the stove) - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California
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    Don Zarape - the interior of a mexican restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California
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    Don Zarape - Lots of trash and debris put in the street by Don Zarape employee - notice how clean it is by their front door? They push trash down gutter - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California
    Don Zarape - Trash put in the street by Don Zarape employee - you can see many piles - they do this several times a week - Mexican Near Me - Valley Village, California
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    DON ZARAPE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Best tacos in Los Angeles

    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

    Mexican Enchiladas
    Nicholas J.

    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.

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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.

    Carlos X.

    Muy buena comida un poco cariñosa pero esta buena Los desayunos están bien Muy buen servicio

    Shrimp taco, fresh house guacamole with rice and beans
    Kayla M.

    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.

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    Monica S.

    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.

    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

    Chicken Enchilada Rancheras
    Eric H.

    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!

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    Liza C.

    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.

    Korin T.

    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.

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

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

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

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

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    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

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