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    El Burrito Junior

    3.2 (185 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Lawrence H.

    Got the Burrito Platter with asada - pretty good. What I like about this LBJ location is that they give you a lot of chips and salsa. I got 3 red salsas, 1 green salsa and about a dozen chips with my platter. The other LBJ location that I also go to usually gives me 2 red salsas and about a 1/2 dozen chips.

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    Coco V.

    I used to love this place. It was a place I could go o for quick and yummy Mexican food. I used to love their bean and cheese burritos. I recently stopped by after a day of errands and wanted a quick trustworthy meal. Well, not meal but a couple of munch items I got the bean and cheese burrito and a carne asada sope. I want to say it was about 7:30om. It was NOT delicious. The bean and cheese burrito tasted sour like the beans were spoiled. The carne asada sope tasted like it was sitting on the counter for hours. The meat was dry and the sope base was stale. Most places will deep fry the thing so you get it piping hot and crispy. This was chewier than 5 day old sourdough bread. If I had false teeth, they would have flown out. They have several locations. I probably won't go to this one again....

    I had Jamaica and carbonated lemonade with aromatic oregano salsa fresca.  Lovely!
    Adrian C.

    Presented with chips and salsa promptly after being seated was memorable of the cantina I managed in Berkeley in my 20s.... The lively oregano in the salsa fresca was as satisfying as the warm greeting I received from the staff. The house-made aromatic red sauce "Made from the dried chilis" for my substantial, "wet" vegetable burrito is as satisfying as you're likely to find in the state.... The loaded burrito cuisine was a pleasure to consume. A nostalgic dew cast my eyes at the old fashioned familial sense of a pleasant dining experience, as the cook joined the chorus of the corridos. The couple adjacent was sharing their 40th anniversary meal.... Business was brisk and lively. Each order was carefully administered. Not your average dining shop.

    #11 Chorizo & Eggs, Rice, Beans & Tortillas and #25 Beef Taco, Relleno, Rice & Bean
    I-Lin L.

    Great food, huge portions. Really enjoyed the #11 Chorizo & Eggs, Rice, Beans & Tortillas. The eggs were amazing. The #25 Beef Taco, Relleno, Rice & Bean was also really nice and cheesy. The beef was dry and complemented well with the cheesy toppings.

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    1 year ago

    Staff is wonderful! The beef was dry and stringy. Overall quite bland. Chili Relleno was unrecognizable. I suggest La Capilla in Torrance.

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    1 year ago

    The staff is great but way too much rice in the super deluxe burritos. Salsas are great and I will try again just no rice this time.

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    1 year ago

    Taco Tuesday is the best!! I recommend the chicken hard shell tacos at $2.99 each. Price and quality is hard to beat!

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    2 years ago

    Everyone knows them for special c's. Food is good and consistent. The employees are nice.

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    2 years ago

    I always love how thick their burritos are! The rice is also so yummy! I wish they weren't cash only, but they do have an ATM inside.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious food. Tacos and burritos. Order was ready upon arrival. Rice and beans always great. We will have to go back

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    3 years ago

    Loved it! the portions were plentiful and the food tasted awesome.

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    2 years ago

    Overrated, expensive and cash only. This used to be "THE" place. Now it's just "A" place.

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    4 years ago

    Food is ok, just call your order in. It takes a while...I like the Chile verde plate and the tacos, the enchiladas are good as well

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    4.2
    (550 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    We were on the hunt for the best ceviche in the area, and Alfredo's Mexican Restaurant came up…read moreduring our search. We originally stopped by just to try their ceviche, but what made us stay was the chips and salsa! The chips were warm, crispy, and the salsa had a nice kick that really stood out. That convinced us to stay and have dinner. We ordered the ceviche and a burrito plate (carne asada), and both were delicious! The ceviche and salsa was so good that we ended up ordering more for our get-together during the NBA Finals weekend. It was a hit. We did add more lime for our preference. Monica took care of us, and she was wonderful -- very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Great service always makes a dining experience even better. Only thing to note is that parking is a bit small, so it can get tight depending on the time you go. If you're in the area and looking for good Mexican food, definitely give Alfredo's a try. We'll definitely be back!

    The food was excellent, their shredded beef and chicken are both delicious and I loved their…read moreenchilada sauce. However, the service was even better! Monica provided maybe the best service we've ever had at a restaurant. Very attentive, super friendly and bubbly, and clearly a very hard worker. She was delightful each time she stopped by our table and made our experience unforgettable. We're a couple hours away but we're in this area once a year for an annual event and we promised to come back every single time we're nearby. Can't recommend enough! Any way I can give it 10 stars??

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    Miches De La Baja

    3.8
    (228 reviews)
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    Great place to watch the World Cup and have a few drinks. The food is delicious and authentic and…read morethe atmosphere is fun and vibrant. Food is prepared made to order with a lot made in front of you as you stand in line to make your order. Plenty of tables in the main dining area as well as patio seating and tables in the bar area. Parking can be challenging during busy times, but I have not had a big issue with it when I get there early. You can also order food to go and the staff is always great! They definitely take care of the customer! Last time we went we ordered the surf and turf nachos as well as the asada nachos. Both were stacked with meat and the surf and turf had plenty of shrimp! We definitely had enough for a 2nd meal the next day. The salsas are made fresh and complement every dish. Will definitely be ordering from here again!

    Good food but service and reliability is terrible. Friday picked up order to go and they didn't…read moregive us two items.. Also the girl at the counter didn't care about orders.. when I said that I'm still waiting for my order, she just stood there looking around as she sipped her drink. I had to ask someone else as my order was sitting on the table behind the disinterested girl.. this isthe5th time our order has been shorted. Now we have to stand there slowing other people to check our order. Phone number is voicemail and they don't return email complaints.

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    Indoor
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    Tacos El Goloso

    3.8
    (25 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    They are very generous with the portions! The carne asada tacos and the carne asada mulita were…read morevery tasty. They really hit the spot when I was craving comforting Mexican food. They also give everyone a bag of chips with the order. They were greasy to the point where the paper bag went clear, but they were delicious. The al pastor was good, but I have had better. I will stick to the carne asada because that was delicious.

    This business should be ashamed of how it treats its customers…read more This review is about Tacos El Goloso, located at 1605 Pacific Coast Hwy, Harbor City, CA. My daughter is an EMT. While on duty, she stopped at this location and placed an order. Before her food was ready, she received an emergency call and had to leave immediately. That's the reality of being a first responder--when a call comes in, you leave immediately, no time to wait for your meal. Before leaving, she politely asked the cashier to cancel the order and refund her card. Instead of showing understanding or offering assistance, the cashier was dismissive and unhelpful. After completing the call, my daughter contacted the restaurant, apologized for the inconvenience, and again requested a refund. She was initially told that the receipt had been thrown away. Later, the receipt was apparently found, but she was then informed that if she wanted a refund--or even the food she had paid for--she would have to return to the location in person. The problem is that she lives more than an hour away and was only in the area because she was working. I called the following day in an attempt to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, I was met with the same attitude. The employee refused to provide her name, refused to provide a manager's name, and refused to provide any contact information for someone who could address the complaint. To be clear, this is not about the cost of a meal. Had the employee been courteous, professional, or even remotely helpful, we likely would have let the matter go. Emergencies happen. Schedules change. We understand that. What prompted this review was not the lost food or the refund itself--it was the employee's rude attitude, lack of professionalism, and complete unwillingness to help resolve a simple customer service issue. I will also acknowledge that by the end of my phone call, I became frustrated and was not as polite as I should have been. I regret that. However, that frustration came only after repeated attempts to handle the situation respectfully and being met with rudeness and resistance at every turn. A business can recover from a mistake. What it cannot afford is employees who treat customers with contempt and then refuse to provide any way to contact management when a legitimate concern is raised. Management should be aware that this employee's behavior reflects poorly on the entire business. If this is how customers are treated when they encounter an unexpected emergency, then potential customers deserve to know before choosing to spend their money here.

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    The counter
    Birria Tacos Dorados De Birria and Bean & Cheese Burrito. Drinks are horchata and cucumber lime
    Birria Tacos Dorados De Birria and Bean & Cheese Burrito. Drinks are horchata and cucumber lime
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    Tacos El Goloso

    Tacos El Goloso

    3.9
    (683 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    When the craving hits, it's always tacos!…read more I stopped by Tacos El Goloso on PCH and ordered a mix of street tacos (carnitas and al pastor) along with the tacos dorados de birria. I've been here before, and the birria tacos were exactly what I needed for a late-night craving. Crispy on the outside with a good amount of filling and strong flavor - they really hit the spot. I ended up having four of them. The consomé on the side was really good too - rich and flavorful, almost something I could've just had on its own. The street tacos were solid. The carnitas had that tender, slightly crisp texture, and the al pastor added a bit more seasoning and contrast. Nothing overcomplicated, just straightforward and satisfying. Service was friendly, and the setup is quick and casual. In the South Bay where places tend to close early, it was nice that they were open until around 10pm. Overall, this is a no-frills taco spot where the focus is on the food. Easy choice when you're in the mood for tacos.

    I'm Mexican with family from Michoacán, so I don't say this lightly -- this place is legit. You…read morewalk in and the smell alone tells you everything. I got the birria plate (3 tacos with cheese, consomé, chips, salsas, etc.) and it was a full 10/10. Everything was balanced, flavorful, and authentic. Horchata was on point too. My girl got asada tacos -- super clean and really good. Only thing is there's no toppings bar, but they give you everything you need and the portions are dialed in. If I'm ever in the area craving Mexican food, I'm coming straight here -- no question. And they had the basketball game on, perfect. Super fast service by the way!

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    Birria Tacos Dorados De Birria
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    Tacos El Goloso

    4.6
    (570 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Love the birria tacos, quesadillas, and agua fresca!! Fast and friendly service. Parking can be a…read morelittle difficult because it's a small parking lot, shared with 7/11.

    This review is about Tacos El Goloso, located at 1605 Pacific Coast Hwy, Harbor City, CA…read more My daughter is an EMT. While on duty, she stopped at this location and placed an order. Before her food was ready, she received an emergency call and had to leave immediately. That's the reality of being a first responder--when a call comes in, you leave immediately, no time to wait for your meal. Before leaving, she politely asked the cashier to cancel the order and refund her card. Instead of showing understanding or offering assistance, the cashier was dismissive and unhelpful. After completing the call, my daughter contacted the restaurant, apologized for the inconvenience, and again requested a refund. She was initially told that the receipt had been thrown away. Later, the receipt was apparently found, but she was then informed that if she wanted a refund--or even the food she had paid for--she would have to return to the location in person. The problem is that she lives more than an hour away and was only in the area because she was working. I called the following day in an attempt to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, I was met with the same attitude. The employee refused to provide her name, refused to provide a manager's name, and refused to provide any contact information for someone who could address the complaint. To be clear, this is not about the cost of a meal. Had the employee been courteous, professional, or even remotely helpful, we likely would have let the matter go. Emergencies happen. Schedules change. We understand that. What prompted this review was not the lost food or the refund itself--it was the employee's rude attitude, lack of professionalism, and complete unwillingness to help resolve a simple customer service issue. I will also acknowledge that by the end of my phone call, I became frustrated and was not as polite as I should have been. I regret that. However, that frustration came only after repeated attempts to handle the situation respectfully and being met with rudeness and resistance at every turn. A business can recover from a mistake. What it cannot afford is employees who treat customers with contempt and then refuse to provide any way to contact management when a legitimate concern is raised. Management should be aware that this employee's behavior reflects poorly on the entire business. If this is how customers are treated when they encounter an unexpected emergency, then potential customers deserve to know before choosing to spend their money here.

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    4.0
    (521 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    First time visiting and I honestly felt like a celebrity from the moment I walked in! We were…read moreimmediately greeted by the host and seated right away. I didn't catch her name, but she was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. She constantly checked on us and made sure our chips, salsa, and water were always refilled. We ordered two breakfast burritos--a bacon, potato, and egg burrito, and a chorizo breakfast burrito. According to our receipt, I believe the cook's name was Vince, and he absolutely knocked it out of the park. The breakfast burritos were phenomenal and tasted IDENTICAL to the ones I make at home--which is one of the highest compliments I can give! Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made. Mexican Riviera is truly a hidden gem in Torrance. The food was outstanding, the service was exceptional, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. And I can't forget the micheladas--they were SO good! We were admittedly a little hungover and so eager to eat that we completely forgot to take photos of our food, which says everything about how much we enjoyed it. The decor is beautiful, the restaurant is spotless, and every detail of the space feels thoughtfully designed. It's clear that the staff takes pride in creating a great experience for their guests. Thank you to everyone at Mexican Riviera for such a wonderful lunch experience. We will absolutely be back, and I can't wait to bring friends and family to try this amazing place

    1st time visit, and I wanted to like this place badly and noticed the reviews were good, the…read moreMexican restaurant's so far in Torrance, Lomita and San Pedro the Mexican food is surprisingly not that good to me, so I badly wanted to enjoy MR, Salsa and chips were okay Salsa 3.5 stars good enough Chips 2.5 stars not great, no salt I ordered the Carnitas burrito special on the menu, and unfortunately it was not good. Carnitas burrito 1 star The guacamole they put on top ruined everything, it was awful, not fresh at all, weird color, maybe they added lime to keep the green color, guac needs to be fresh. The fountain coke was awful, very flat! Should have a Mexican coke option to avoid flat drinks. The service was very good. 4.5 stars Ambiance was a little underwhelming also. Nothing special Unfortunately because of the food I'm being nice giving overall 3 stars Sorry to say won't make it back.

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    The great indoors
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    Super Special Burrito
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