El Jacalito Oaxaqueño

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Food was very good! I had the verde burrito with pork. One thing I really liked about it was that the meat was cut into small pieces. It just made it much more pleasant to chew. We ordered a couple of breakfast burritos, and I had to try their conchas (sweet bread) with an atole, which was rich and hot, perfect for the cool weather this morning. I unfortunately had to take it to go and was not able to dine in, but I feel like it's the perfect place for a nice, and peaceful dining experience, the name of the place translates to tiny hut. I think it's suits the place quite nicely. Small, yet cozy and cute. They play music and it's not so loud that it bothers you. The staff is super nice! The man that helped us, was very kind and patient. They very neatly packed my food to go, very presentable and did not forget my napkins or utensils. It always amazes how many places forget to do that, so that was nice. And best of all, the salsa was spicy!! When I get salsa, I'm definitely hoping I get that kick that we all love . It's not just tomatoes or tomatillos. I will warn you it's pretty hot! Definitely coming back, and trying something new. read more

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño - Mexican Near Me - Culver City, California

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Good service! Food was ok I had menudo and the tortillas were cold. The menudo was ok missed more flavor to what I'm used read more

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Carlos X.

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Un pequeño restaurante con grandes sabores de comida mexicana... En combinación con un muy buen servicio read more

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We ordered Coloradito and they gave us Mole Negro after they insisted it was coloradito. Coloradito is sweet and this plate was very bitter. Very rude over the phone and overpriced. $7 for a small agua Fresca. Wasted food since it wasn't worth driving all the way back. read more

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Sandra B.

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One of favorite local eats ! Great food you can't go wrong with anything from the menu, very authentic Oaxacan food. Highly recommend! The couple that owns the place are always nice and attentive. They offer a few parking spaces in the back or meters in the front. read more

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Lucrecia O.

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Great food , delicious salsa recommend it to visit love it yummy just need a bigger size on the Agua Fresca to go

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Delicious traditional food. Great service. Perfect, that's all I needed for a quiet Sunday evening. read more

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño - Chile rellenó and home made tortillas. Delicious!! Great place. Friendly staff. Perfect place for Sunday night dinner or anytime. - Mexican Near Me - Culver City, California

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Bill G.

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Great coastal Mexican food. We got a tlayuda with tasajo and a torta with cecina. The meats were both really well-seasoned, and the tlayuda tortilla was the right texture. The salsa on the side was great and really added to the flavor. Prices were moderate, about $25 per dish. The proprietor was extremely nice. read more

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Charlette J.

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Food was Not what i expected. Wish I would have went to my favorite taco truck instead however the service was nice. I ordered carne asada tacos and a carne asada burrito. I won't be going back read more

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Benjamin L.

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This is the spot! Small and quaint but feels like home. Family and I always come here when we want good Mexican food for breakfast or lunch. The staff is always friendly and attentive. Personal favorite is the Tlayuda mixta but haven't had a dish I didn't like. Always recommend this place. read more

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Normally i wouldnt do this but im sick of having to throw away money at places like this! Ya weve been going here for years . Love the food but the other day i orderd extra extra beans and rice for 11$ the waitress said she put an extra order of bean and rice , but she didn't! So i called and said something but they didnt believe me when i said it was short an order and for 11-12$ for beans and rice i expect the order to be right and the took the waitresses word . We've been long time customers and here's the pics of what they said was for 4 people. Thats 23$ of bean and rice ? Naw! Theyve kinda pulled stuff like this before. We stopped going there because they pulled shaddy shit before but the ffoid is great but if i wanted to give that money away it wouldnt be to them . Needless to say they didnt make good on it ! Ive also asked over and over for extra salsa and the owner wouldnt do it even when i offerd to pay for it over and over . Todays dinner was 82$ i got a carne asda my wife a dinner plate tilly killies and two sde orders for 4 people .i got only one order and they believed the waitress. Who didnt even go in the back to prepair the plates . So they said the waitress put double portion in the container thats wasn't true u can decide for urself would u pay 23$ for that? ! Naw ! Im done supporting them ! Sick of people taking advantage of people!does that look like enough salsa for 4 people?ive offerd to pay extra but they wont give it to u! Weird ! Ill never go back there again ! Bummer because i love the food ! Just sick of getting ripped off! read more

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Vanessa V.

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The food is amazing as a oaxacan this is authentic oaxacan food it truly takes me back to my village when i used to enjoying the food my grandmother and mom used to make. It's truly a piece of home read more

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Esmeralda I.

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First try today and it did not disappoint. The food was incredibly tasty, filling. salsas were good. They took their time cooking it. Super friendly server. Vibes were so chill on a Wednesday afternoon. Love the Spanish music in the background. Clean. Definitely coming back monthly. read more

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Julie N.

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I ordered menudo from this place for take out. It was my first time trying it here and it was okay. I thought it was unusual that they put chickpeas/garbanzo beans in the stew instead of hominy. I've tried menudo in many other restaurants throughout the US (LA, El Paso, even in Hot Springs) and in Mexico and it has always been hominy. I was missing the the texture that hominy brings to the soup, the chickpeas made it more creamy/ starchy. The flavor of the broth could have been a little richer. As for the toppings, I love that they included fresh jalapeños, onions, and cilantro, but it was missing the dry oregano. Lastly when did menudo get so pricey?!?? My bill came out to $19. I would give this place another try because the other dishes they have look good. read more

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño - Menudo to-go - Mexican Near Me - Culver City, California

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Judith B.

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This little restaurant is spotlessly clean, with charming owners, and delicious food! The cactus salad is outstanding, the huevos rancheros were delicious and the chiles rellenos were excellent! Can't wait to go back and try some of their other dishes like the mole and the pipian sauce. A real taste of Oaxaca! read more

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Leta N.

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The service at this small family run Oaxacan restaurant is very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is low key and the space is clean and well maintained. I had the huevos rancheros, which were delicious, the beans creamy and tasty and the eggs perfectly cooked. Next time I'll try Oaxacan specialties - perhaps the mole or pipian or a tlayuda. read more

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Jacob G.

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Great food! Got a wet asada burrito for a fair price Also got enchiladas verde for a good price! Service was friendly and quick Nice restaurant with tvs and tables I would definitely come back again! Mainly because of the affordability compared to other restaurants read more

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John C.

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Solid Mexican restaurant. I ordered the chicken mole enchilada plate, and it was very good. I also like that the chips seem authentic and not the bulk items sold by Sysco Foods. I've had a few other dishes from here and have always been happy with them. Today I visited again (Sept. 12, 2021) and had the barbacoa tacos (goat). They were decent, but seemed to lack something. I'm guessing that in their soup it is better. The two tacos looked like mini burritos, and came without rice and beans, which was fine, because it was enough food. read more

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Janelle H.

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This place was a breath of fresh air on a very difficult day I was enduring. I was dropping my partner off to leave him then was told I had some time to kill. Found this gem. Delicious and very fresh! read more

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Jessica L.

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10/10. The mole negro was soooo silky and yummy. It was like a warm hug to eat. I'm so impressed with the mole and it filled my craving perfectly. Will come again soon. read more

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Alejandro M.

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Authentic Oaxaca food. I'm from Oaxaca and know about it. This place is the most flavorful place I found.

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Egg I.

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An amazing find! Great food, very tasty and well priced. Friendly staff. will go again. read more

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Bryan R.

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Walked in this little hole in wall joint this morning because I was working around the area. Felt like family when I walked in. Service was on point. Where do I start!! Hands down one best huevos rancheros I've had in years. So flavorful and delicious best part they gave me 3 hand made tortillas on the side. I'll definitely make that drive from the valley to come eat here again. read more

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David S.

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This place is fantastic!! Small place. Very friendly service. Food is spectacular. Great value. One of the best restaurants I've been to in L.A. read more

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Mario M.

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Very good food. The black mole was delicious. Good salsa = good food. They had good salsa. Very good service as well. Little hole in the wall. Don't blink or you'll miss it. But worth it!! read more

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Kim P.

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This family-run Mexican restaurant has been our go-to neighborhood spot for the past 5+ years. Pre-COVID, we really enjoyed the small restaurant vibe, with mostly soccer played on both of the big screens. Their hours changed during COVID time (rightfully so), which has limited the number of times we could visit, but we still tried to support as much as we could and can. The complementary chips and salsa are bomb. Salsa is on the spicier side, but very flavorful. My favorite is their barbacoa (goat) soup that's available only on weekends, while my husband loves the carne asada and enchilada combo. Their rice is also so flavorful! read more

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Jason T.

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We got 3 orders of chilaquiles 2 red and 1 green. Everything was great about the place but the sauce on the chops were just too much. It was smothered and I typically like my chilaquiles with just enough sauce so that my chips are still crunchy. They were pretty wet. Overall great vibe and the horchata was also really good and colorful too. read more

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I love cuisine from oaxaca, and had been looking for to trying this place and now I'm a fan of their mole negro! FYI, their operating hours are actually until 4pm, not 9pm. I tried their enchiladas (2 cheese and 2 chicken), and mole negro over all 4 enchiladas. It was very good! The chicken was shredded and they covered the enchiladas with mole and sprinkled cheese on top. I will definitely be back for more :) read more

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Susana U.

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This place is amazing. Reminds me of my grandmas cooking. Amazing, great people, and they have amazing service ! I love it here.

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Rhiana M.

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I was so impressed with this restaurant and the food was amazing! The best beef soup I've had in a long time. It was fresh, tasted amazing, had great vegetables, good meat and it wasn't greasy. The steak quesadilla was also delicious and even just the beans and rice were amazing!! Definitely going back! It is very nice and cute. Very clean and the staff is very nice. Oh! The horchata was the bomb! read more

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Alfredo R.

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Everything about El Jacalito is excellent. The food is dynamite, the prices are fair, and the overall experience is nothing but positive. It's a blessing to have this spot in our neighborhood. The service was solid and the vibe inside is pleasant! read more

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Alexis G.

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4 years ago

Very good Mexican food on the westside. I tried the chorizo breakfast burrito first and it was a hit. That inspired me to try their regular menu items. We ordered the chicken flautas, Eric wet burrito, and chicken enchiladas with mole negro to go. All dishes were delicious and very traditional! Will definitely be back again for dine-in next time. read more

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Esteban R.

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The most authentic and as close as it gets to being in Oaxaca, Al vapor tavo, barbacoa taco, and my all time favorite, Amarillo, fried empanaditas, higadito, seguesa all delicious!!!! Been dining here since forever, recommended 100% read more

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Lucio R.

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Great authentic Oaxacan tasty food great customer service five stars wish they have longer business hours Love this place read more

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Jason W.

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love this place. lived in mar vista my whole life, there's a lot of good oaxacan food but this place has the best mole - specifically coloradito mole. The family/staff is super cool and welcoming and when I crave mole no other place quite hits the spot like theirs. read more

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Talk about hole-in-the-wall! When you're the only non-Hispanic table in the restaurant, you know this place must be a legit Mexican spot. It's located on Washington, a couple doors down from Humble Potato and Sunny Blue and there are a good number of tables inside the restaurant. The service is attentive and friendly. I loved their chips & salsa...we finished 2 baskets of chips before our food came out. I was told that their mole here was spectacular so we had to get an order of the mole. If you're a mole fan, you'll like it here. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of mole because I'm not really a chocolate fan (ya I know) but it has a nice roasted consistency. For my main, I decided to get an order of the tlayuda (Mexican pizza) with tasajo (thinly sliced grilled beef). It was my first time having it and while I enjoyed the toasted tortilla shell, I was pretty disappointed with the beef. It was tough to bite into and not tender at all. It reminds me of jerky meat which explains why it was so hard to cut/bite. On the bright side, I loved how much cheese was spread throughout and also enjoyed the avocado slices. For my first tlayuda experience, I wish I had just picked a different meat. El Jacalito is a hole-in-the-wall joint with authentic Oaxacan food. Maybe I'll decide to try it again and order something else. read more

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Mari L.

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The world didn't end! When being so disappointed from A-Frame a "Hawaiian" restaurant across the street, we walked to this little Oaxacan Restaurant "El Jacalito" that has AMAZING and healthy food!!! Life continues with happiness!!! What a difference in food, attitude, price and service!!! The fresh hand made tortillas are a bomb!!! The flavor in their food is so delicious!!! What a great place to comeback and to refer!!!! read more

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño - Hand made tortillas with chipotle eggs, black beans and white rice - Mexican Near Me - Culver City, California

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Courtney C.

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Great service, my water was always full and the chips and salsa kept coming. We came in for breakfast and got a breakfast burrito and Huevos rancheros both would be ordered again. The salsa is great and the tortillas are so so fresh. Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

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12618 W Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90066
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(310) 572-4625
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Hours

What time does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño open?

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

What time does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño close?

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño closes at 7:30 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.El Jacalito Oaxaqueño closes at 4:00 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Mon, Thu-Sun 8:00 AM - 7:30 PMTue-Wed 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño take Bitcoin?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not take Bitcoin.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño take credit cards?

Yes, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have catering options?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not have catering options.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have a drive thru?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not have a drive thru.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño serve alcohol?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño allow dogs?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not allow dogs.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have TVs?

Yes, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have bike parking?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not have bike parking.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have outdoor seating?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not have outdoor seating options.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have parking?

Yes, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is El Jacalito Oaxaqueño wheelchair accessible?

Yes, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño is wheelchair accessible.

Does El Jacalito Oaxaqueño have free WiFi?

No, El Jacalito Oaxaqueño does not have free WiFi.

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Loqui

Loqui has become one of our go to spots for takeout / delivery and sometimes dine in…read more I'm literally excited every time ! It's amazing value and the shrimp, chicken and bean tacos are amazing ! We love the hot sauces - I don't really eat fast food but this place is amazing ! A few nights ago we went to another Mexican spot in Malibu - the meal came to $200 and we felt it was lacking - Today - 5 tacos ( large size ), a side of mushroom s and some extra hot sauces came to $30 for delivery ( with post mate offers ) ! So delicious -

I've been testing out gluten free options because you never know what's wrong with you right? so I…read moreread that this place has a lot of options. never been. i go in and ask what gluten free options they have and they're like yeah no sorry. no gluten free options here. i go outside i look it up. everything on the menu is gluten free. grand. i get a mushroom bowl with rice and onions and guacamole. it was fine . just fine

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SOL Mexican Cocina

The food here incredible, the cocktails are for real and Jenna made the whole night awesome! She…read moregave us the best recommendations all across the board! ... go Delco.

Sol is a more upscale Mexican restaurant located in the Runway Playa Vista shopping center. The…read morefood was delicious but on the pricier end. We really appreciated the warm chips which come with salsa and a yummy bean dip! Our server was so helpful and patient with us and provided great recommendations. Parking is street parking or in the nearby garage. - Chicken flautas ($16) - pulled chicken rolled tacos served with plenty of guacamole. Comes with 3 and is great for sharing - Shrimp dorado taco ($12) - loved the flavor and juiciness of the chipotle shrimp and the mango salsa - Short rib taco ($16) - this taco was overflowing and comes with a generous portion of meat

HOT & RAW TROPICAL CEVICHE -- 8/10 !

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Paco's Tacos

This place was amazing! It's an authentic Mexican restaurant on the Westside with incredibly…read morefriendly staff. The restaurant was decorated for the Fourth of July, creating a festive atmosphere, and everything from the décor to the aromas felt genuine and welcoming. The staff was attentive, personable, and made the experience even better. I ordered a chicken and steak burrito with rice, beans, and cheese, and it was outstanding. The shredded chicken in mole sauce was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, while the steak was cooked perfectly and complemented the burrito beautifully. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and I'll definitely be coming back!

Out of my neighborhood for the afternoon on a Saturday, I was ready to eat and did a quick search…read more How about some Mexican grub? My wife agreed, so we decided to give Paco's a try. We loved the old-school vibe immediately. We arrived around 4:45 and waited only 5-10 minutes. Then we saw the fresh tortillas being made and thought, "This could be good!" The atmosphere was relaxed, with full table service and great chips and salsa. We ordered a plate of fajitas to share and a shredded beef taco. Funny enough, I thought I was ordering a taco platter, but one lonely taco arrived on a bed of shredduce. Thankfully, it was excellent. A good shredded beef taco is surprisingly hard to find, and this was my favorite part of the meal. Overall, the food, service and atmosphere were all great. I'll definitely return. I found a parking spot behind the restaurant that felt a little sketchy, but it worked. I'll probably look for street parking next time. 4.5 stars

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El Abajeño

I can smell the marinated lengua in tomato sauce right now .. this hidden gem has been a Culver…read moreCity staple for the past 40 plus years ! It's survived so many economic dips due to the outstanding food !!!! If you're looking for authentic Mexican food that reminds you of your mom's coming - come here . And if you're not bilingual, don't worry . Someone working there will gladly help you - they're so kind

So I've been coming here since I was a kid! The Carnitas tacos are a must have! The seasoned meat,…read morecheese, avocado, to top it giant tacos! Amazing!!!! I must say I was a bit disappointed with their fresh Mexican waters.

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Madre Oaxacan Restaurant and Mezcaleria

Came here on a Tuesday. Online it says tacos are $5 on Tuesdays from 3pm till close. The Taco…read moreTuesday menu provided had 2 options for $5 tacos and the rest were $6 - $9. The nopalito salad was good, but on the smaller side. Maybe good for 1-2 people. All the food was good! Shared the "taste of Oaxaca" plate with a friend, which was good but maybe not the best thing to share since you had to slice up the protein, etc. Lots of mezcal cocktails - I ordered the Chido Wey and really enjoyed it. Did not like the Al Chile! as much. Very sweet and not much spice. The service was a little slow sometimes. He came by to ask about dessert and we said we needed a few minutes and then he never came back. We ended up having to get up to ask for our check. There is limited street parking. You park at this coin laundry place down the street around the corner on Motor Ave. after 4pm. There is a person monitoring the parking. You bring your receipt as proof.

Not bad but not great. Good size drinks for happy hour, Mezcal margarita was pretty good…read more Tacos were disappointing. Small street sized tacos going for $5 during happy hour. Pricey but I decided to try them: Chicken taco: weakest of the bunch, not very enjoyable flavor in the marinade. Carne asada: good. Tender steak, good flavor. Barbacoa: the best of the three, served with what was their salsa verde, paired nicely. No parking. Small, cramped interior.

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Provecho Calimex

I ordered a Chorizo breakfast burrito, which was recommended by the person serving us at the…read moreregister. This is a small location with nice artistry in the exterior and offering a homey vibe with the design on the inside. The waiter was friendly and handled our requests efficiently. The burrito was large! I did not finish it in one sitting, and it had a healthy amount of egg, chorizo, potatoes, and cheese on the inside. The order came with a side order of chips, green salsa, and red salsa. The green salsa was my favorite since it offered a slightly acidic taste, which cut through the saltiness of the chorizo in the burrito. If I am ever in the area again, I am definitely stopping by to try something else on the menu.

Good portions, friendly service and made fresh while we waited…read more Decent pricing but the food was bland.

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Cerveteca Culver City

Had a bad week? Hungover? Starving? Come here, and you're gonna be just fine…read more Nice big burritos (coming from a girl with huge hands) in Culver City, where it's easy to find street parking, pop in, chat with the nice staff and put an order in, and within 15 minutes or so you've got a big heaping burrito to help you forget all your troubles. Food's great, it does get packed so be prepared to make friends and sit by some strangers and the table top, but you guys can make small talk over how good the food is as you chomp away.

OVERALL Decent surf and turf burrito, packed and loaded with…read moreyummy carne asada but not fresh shrimp. Pricey tacos and menu overall. Limited outdoor seating by the streets, but definitely fits the vibes for a "Taco Tuesday". Tacos on Tuesday are $5 which are still quite pricey. FOOD Tried their surf and turf burrito which is way too pricey for $17 + $4 including rice, beans, pico de gallo, lettuce, jack cheese, pickled onion, and a side of chips. Add guacamole for an additional $3. The carne asada was tender and not dry and it was packed with rice and onions, but the shrimp was not fresh. I did enjoy their hot sauces. SERVICE Friendly service and quick to order. Wait time dependent on the line, but usually around 10-15 minutes. Self serve water and utensils. PARKING Street parking or you can park at the culver parking structure that's free for the first hour with validation on P1 (only specific locations validate: Erewhon, Afuri Ramen)

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Pepe’s Tacos

Love, Love, Love. The food, the staff, the cost. Not sure there's much more to say. Go there!read more

Bad food and business is not clean ... The employees are very rude to the people who come to the…read moreshop

Visiting this little hole in the wall turned out to be a goldmine Taqueria experience!

Burrito Combo chicken

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Pepe 's Burrito

Tito's Tacos

Tito's is a little pricey if you get anything more than their flagship tacos. Having said that, I…read morenever had a better beef tacos and these are the full size corn tortillas not the smaller street truck size. I usually get 2 of them because as I said, they are grande. The only thing is they come with too much cheese. Can you believe that :). So, what I do is share the cheese between the two. The tacos come with a tub freshly made tomato salsa and another tub of fresh chopped jalapeños in another tub. You mix the two for your preferred heat. I'm telling you, you won't get a better taco and or toppings. What's also comes in the box are freshly made corn tortilla chips generously poured on top. Now I'm usually full after the tacos so I'll put the chips back in the box, put the lid on it, and leave them on the counter until the next day where I'll put them on aluminum foil and add cheese on top and put it in the oven at 300° for 5 minutes to where the cheese is perfect and any staleness is gone...

3 stars only because I've been coming here for over 20 years. The tacos with cheese, beef/cheese…read moreburrito, and 1 large salsa have always been my go to order. The tacos remain the best beef hard shell and the salsa is the best in the world. However, it is an absolute tragedy and should be illegal that it's $6.15 for one taco with cheese and $14.70 for a beef cheese burrito. It is also a tragedy that the burrito is kids size that my 2 year old can eat on their own. These used to be my favorite and huge, but I can no longer order them. This place used to be a family favorite but I can no longer order extras like we used to. They closed off the inside which was convenient to order, I think just to make the outside look busy. I'm not a fan of these new changes to my favorite taco place in LA.

Beef Titos Taco With Cheese

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Line right at opening on a Tuesday morning.

Sonoritas Prime Tacos

Minority-owned & operated

Free parking

My friend hates Mexican food so when she suggested we come here I was shook. She said they had the…read morebest burritos and it's the only one she'll eat. She was so right! I had the salmon burrito and it was cooked perfectly, the presentation was awesome and it hit the spot. It's also huge and I could only eat 1/2! I highly recommend this spot. And if you want desert afterwards, I recommend B Sweet across the street!

pretty good casual mexican food! if you dine in, you receive one round of chips and salsa. i liked…read morethat the chips were seasoned, but the salsa wasn't anything special. i ordered the grilled veggie burrito bowl and i was quite happy with the portion size, it was huge! nothing about it stood out to me though, and it was comparable to a chipotle bowl. at the same time, it is offered at a similar price. service was attentive, but you do order at the register. honestly not sure if i would come back just because i think there's better places out there.

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Maruwu Seicha

Whenever I'm in the Bay, I always make a stop at Maruwu Seicha. They have some of the most…read moreconsistent and delicious matchas! I'm so excited that one opened in Campbell - I usually go to the one in SF Japantown, but parking around that area is a hassle. This one is conveniently located in downtown Campbell in a really cute and homey shopping area. I love their plain matcha latte, less sweet. You also can't go wrong with a matcha snow top or a Hokkaido snow top. Both are incredibly decadent! Their matcha is a bright, lush green and is the perfect balance between nutty and umami. It's not too bitter or grassy. Their hojicha lattes are also yummy. Specifically, their hot black sesame hojicha latte is a treat on a cold day. It tastes a lot like the Chinese black sesame soups that I grew up eating, though with a bit more of a roasted tea flavor. Service is quick, so if you wanted to grab and go, this spot is awesome. They also have seating inside if you want to sit and chat. I can't wait to come back and try out their soft serves. Their matcha lattes live rent-free in my head. Please come to OC!!

I love a good cream top matcha, but most versions are lattes and drown it in milk or milk…read morealternatives. This place gets it right: a lightly sweetened Matcha Americano made with water, topped with a 'snow top' for just the right touch of sweetness and creaminess. Absolutely my idea of perfect. The snow top does contain dairy, but not as much as a latte. I also have enjoyed their Hojicha Latte Snow Top at 50% sweet. Good, but a lot of milk. I haven't tried the soft serve yet, but will soon!

Matcha Latte + OkinawaBoba

Strawberry matcha latte

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Matcha Soft Serve

Cafe Vida

It's the question: do I cook or not...? It's 80 plus in and out there, so not!! But I want cornmeal…read morepancakes! Cafe Vida still has blueberry cornmeal pancakes on the menu and serve breakfast all day!! =O Yes please!! =D Greeted with smiles and seated immediately. Seated outside under shade with the outdoor hubbub of the noonday; but no problems for me, save the lady next to me was trying to know everything I was eating and drinking!! =\ My server Ana is a sweetheart. She advised me to get the 2+2+2 instead of just the corn cakes; good call Ana!! =) Started with Sangria Vida - delicious! My plate: two cornmeal blueberry cakes, two scrambled eggs with cheese and chicken cilantro chorizo. The eggs taste farm fresh. The food is quality fresh and delicious and did I mention fresh?! I ate until I was stuffed; almost finished everything save my pancakes....left just under a quarter. After eating, sat for bit and wrote in my datebook and sipped on sangria; beautiful day to while away at Cafe Vida - come check y'all! =D

This might very well be the best breakfast spot on the west side. I don't think I've ever had…read moreservice like the way they do it here. They waiters always check on you, if you need a coffee refill, very kind and funny staff. The overall environment is very lively! Now let's get to the good stuff; the food was amazing! I ordered their turkey burger scramble which also came with two pancakes. There were other items that caught my eye, and I'll be more than happy to come back and try those other times. For this day I wanted to find something that included both sweet and savory items. It was the perfect thing to order, along with my iced vanilla latte. Thank you Cafe Vida and staff for everything, I will definitely be coming back soon.

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Qamaria Yemeni Coffee

amazing experience especially from being out of town! delicious coffee got the Sanaa!read more

awesome place love the mufawar coffee and safran milk cake, service was very nice and pleasantread more

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Copenhagen Pastry

Women-owned & operated

I have been wanting to try their princess cake for the longest time. Finally made it to the shop…read morethe other day. It was also the last day for a free sample cake slice. Service was great. Friendly and helpful staffs. We got some pastries to try. We didn't want to get too much since it was our first time. We were scared that the pastries might be too sweet for us. 2 out of 3 that we got were good. The coconut was a bit too sweet for us. The flavor was great tho. We got 2 free slices. I of course, got the princess cake. The other one was the raspberry. I didn't know the other one that they offered was hazelnut. I would have chose the hazelnut over the raspberry hehhe Both were delicious. Really enjoyed the princess cake. The top green part was pretty sweet if eating it by itself. Best to eat it with the cake. Would return when in the area. Thank you for the free cake slices.

While I'm not Danish, our half Danish family members live this when they visit LA…read more The pastries are always fresh, and very reasonable. We often give the cakes to friends and even teachers for the holidays. They seem to be a hit with everyone.

"Understated elegance" with unexpected flavor of almond paste, custard and crunchy almond flakes

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Apricot Chocolate Mousse Cake - Alternation layers of airy sponge cake, chocolate mousse and home-made apricot jam.

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Craig C.

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126

38

2 years ago

As a Restaurant accountant, at Taxcap, I value efficiency and quality, and this fast food restaurant delivers both. The service is quick and friendly, making it a great spot for a fast and satisfying meal. The menu offers a variety of tasty options, all prepared fresh. The portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable. The staff is helpful and efficient, ensuring that orders are accurate and served promptly. The restaurant is clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant dining environment. Overall, this is a fantastic place for a quick, tasty meal. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for quality fast food and great service. I'll definitely be back! read more

londyne s.

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58

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15 years ago

Great mole verde, but it is a place not kept too clean so I had to ask food to go, it is tiny and I can not imagine them not having time to clean the 2 tables they have. I do have an issue with dirty tables at a restaurant and plates been on top of a wood to drain/dry. I will only recommend food to go...it is a little under health, higiene maintance. This is my second time and I can not see myself trying a different thing. read more

Ana C.

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7

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13 years ago

Very delicious oaxacan food here! A must try! I looooove their horchate with Tuna ice cream! Its so refreshing on a hot day! They have very friendly waitress. Their workers and the owner are very friendly as well. Great food :) read more

Strader S.

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3

2

10 years ago

This is a hidden gem in the neighborhood! I love the daily aqua frescas to the specials they have everyday. Genuine staff with some of the best mole I have ever had! I wish we had more restaurants like this!!! read more

Jordan R.

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5

1

7 years ago

This is my go-to oaxacan restaurant. I will literally drive from West Hollywood just to have lunch here. Get the mole negro. Long live El Jacalito Oaxaqueño! read more

Terrence B.

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6

0

14 years ago

Really good food and cheap. I went there while working next door for a few days. It seems very authentic and nice people as well. Generous portions. read more

Jovany Paredes P.

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3

14

8 years ago

La comida esta deliciosa me encanta el trato de parte de ellos es eficiente me vusta mucho venir a comer con mi papa a este lugar selos recomiendo read more

B J M.

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32

0

8 years ago

I don't know from authentic Oaxaca cooking. But I know great tasting food when I eat it. And this is great!

El Fergy L.

17

2

7 years ago

An excellent place the food a delight highly recommended delight I invite you to visit it will definitely

Bunbury R.

86

8

17

12 years ago

This is the best Mexican food in this area!!! Chiles rellenos de pollo and goat barbacoa !! read more

Joshua B.

7

152

2

11 years ago

The food here was good. The service was great and very welcoming. I would go back

J. Kenneth B.

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1

0

8 years ago

Excellent meal! Locals go there and worth the treck over to Culver City,

Melody S.

3

40

8

10 years ago

Great customer service. Staff was attentive. I enjoyed my meal.

Purple J.

177

11

1

14 years ago

They don't deliver

El Jacalito Oaxaqueño - mexican - Updated July 2026

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