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    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Chile Relleno Taco, Steak Picado Taco, & Nopales Taco
    Ash G.

    Guisados es absolutely a gem, truly enjoy the tacos here so much. My husband and I had the pleasure of dining here after visiting The Broad with some friends, I've been back a few times since and this place truly is delicious! I love that they use homemade tortillas and that there's a few options to choose from, some I like better than others but for the most part everything is well made. My favorites here include the chile relleno taco, steak picado taco, & chicharron taco (hubby loves these too) The quesadillas here are delicious as well (not pictured) they use a Mexican cheese that has a flavor profile unlike your basic mozzarella or cheddar cheese. The nopales taco was ok, could be more well seasoned & the chorizo and papas taco was ok, didn't really like the flavor of the chorizo, but everything else was delicious. The agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus water) is delicious too, not too sugary. Very refreshing. 4/5 stars because the price is a bit steep for about $5 a taco & they are very small tacos but in my opinion they are so worth it. Hubby & I will definitely be back again soon.

    Tocino breakfast burrito
    Hannah C.

    10/10 would die for the Tocino breakfast burrito. The employees here are so nice and the service is great. I recommend sitting outside for the ambiance.

    Taco Sampler
    Vincent W.

    Go to taco eatery whether you're a local or visiting, highlight Guisados to your list. There's vegan options and other items from tortas to burritos. If you're not sure which tacos to try, order the sampler and pick up to six different options. House made corn tortilla wraps with multiple meat and few vegan options that are well seasoned. Kick of spice and flavors that is nostalgic for Latin cuisine. Also the Mexican Coke and house Fresca drinks. I always op for hibiscus. The service is fast and check your local delivery service, might not be available for certain apps.

    Menu - 1/2026
    Brian V.

    4++ if you have lived in the Los Angeles area for a while, there's a good chance you've seen or been to one of the Guisados locations. They specialize in tacos that have stews and braises that's put on top of some fresh corn tortillas. The service was friendly and efficient. Pretty helpful in ordering as well, but I already knew what I wanted. And that was mole poblano. As delicious as I remembered. This place is always good for the style of tacos and they're consistent and reasonably priced. Vibe here at this particular location is interesting. I came here on a weeknight on the later side. Pretty much feels like your typical fast casual spot these days. Because it was on the later side, I was able to find street parking pretty close by. But I will say that the area can feel a little sketch when it's late here.

    Tacos and tamales
    Nixon V.

    I ordered the pork tamale with eggs, the steak picado taco, and the bistek. The pork tamale with eggs was warm and comforting, with tender masa and flavorful pork that didn't feel heavy. The steak picado taco was well seasoned and balanced, and the bistek had a deeper, savory flavor while staying juicy. Service was fast and efficient, and the food came out hot without much waiting. An easy 5-star visit. It's a solid choice when you want something satisfying and well made but don't have a lot of time.

    Cochinita Pibil and Mole
    Brigitte M.

    Went to Guisados this weekend, post-LA Auto Show, after not going for years. Got the cochinita and the mole tacos. I just came back from Mexico, so I found the mole to be on the milder side, but the cochinita was as good as I remembered. Super juicy, decent spice level (but more than tolerable for the average person). Also got the Jamaica, which was great. The women taking our order was pleasant, this location was really clean, and it was relatively unpacked for a weekend at lunch, so the food came out quick. Keep your receipt to be able to use the restroom in the food hall/alley.

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    Esther P.

    Honestly my son brought home a sample tart from here, even though the food was warm the flavor was really good, price was not expensive and the food is really good. Highly recommend it.

    Mole tacos
    Annmarie M.

    Finally had Guisado's duringa DTLA taco walk! Located off Spring Street in the beautiful Historic Core, a location where I have never encountered a long line. Yet. Tried a few tacos, they were all delicious. No extra salsa provided, I guess you don't need it because these petite little tiny 3-bite tacos are perfectly and precisely composed. Some have a pickled onion, some have avocado slices. The tortillas are thick handmade corn, hot off the press. Delectable! All said, I'm a fan. Horchata was delicious. They have beer too. If you have a larger appetite, Sonoratown may be better for you. But for a lovely balanced taco with a variety of flavors, you can do much worse.

    Outside of Guisados
    Karl M.

    * The Horchata Cold Brew was smooth and creamy - the mild sweetness, warm cinnamon, and mellow roast from the coffee blending great together * The Beef Steak Picado taco was complex, robust, and earthy with an almost stew-like texture; the Pork Chorizo taco was nicely charred, a tad sweet, and had a nice kick to it; and the Chicken Mole Poblano taco was very soft and savory, with the mole bitterness working well with the poblano * Overall, a great spot with fresh tortillas, friendly service, and a special style of tacos that will warrant repeat trips to taste the vast menu

    Sofyan S.

    Ordered a variety of tacos here including pollo, chicharron, bistek, and a breakfast burrito. Wow the food here is very solid and delicious. The tortillas wrapping the tacos and burritos were soft and the meat had so much flavor. I didn't get to evaluate the ambiance since I ordered to go but service wise it seemed like they packed the food care.

    OG Sampler
    Carrie Z.

    Tried the OG Sampler with 6 mini tacos for $12.90, enough for one person. The tortillas were soft, slightly thicker and chewy, not typical tacos. The meat had good flavor, though it felt like the tacos were starting to lean a bit more "fancy" than traditional. Not spicy, so you may want to add some heat. Note: The chicharrón taco was soggy and was not the crispy texture you'd expect.

    Dana D.

    I love the tacos here. The breakfast tacos are good as well. They are made to order and come out pretty fast . Very casual restaurant.

    Chicken mole taco, flank steak red pepper taco
    Aileen H.

    I came to this downtown location as part of a group food tour. I was pleasantly surprised that this was one of our destinations! After seeing them featured on one of the best things to eat in LA, I have been dying to try their tacos. They are know for their home-style braised meats. I got the chicken mole taco and the flank steak red pepper tacos. Both tacos were small but packed lots of flavor. The flavors and texture were all there! Each taco was very small. So I could have probably eaten 5 to be full! Service was fine. There is both indoor and outdoor seating.

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    Which menu items contain peanuts?

    How bad is it to find free parking?

    Plenty of street or self park/pay parking. Not 100% if this place has parking though

    Is this authentic Mexican?

    Yeah. Most meats are stewed though so it's different than your normal Mexican food. Delicious.

    Do they have alcohol?

    They do have beer!

    Do they have chips and salsa?

    Chelsy, Guisados is more traditional - fresh-made tortillas and quality ingredients. I didn't see tortilla chips on the menu as the focus seemed to be on the street-style taco.

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    Ka'teen

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    4.1(1.1k reviews)
    5.9 miHollywood
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    came back to Ka'teen to finally try the Dine LA menu, and I'm so glad we did. This easily made my…read moretop 3 Dine LA experiences. The service was impeccable--everyone was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel special. We had to get the Michelada Oysters again because I had been craving them since our last visit. They were just as amazing as I remembered--fresh, perfectly seasoned, and seriously addicting. For Dine LA, I started with the Tostada Campechana, which was like an elevated ceviche with scallops, tuna, yellowtail, avocado, and a citrus sesame sauce. Everything tasted super fresh and the citrus gave it the perfect balance. The Bone Marrow Mole was rich, flavorful, and came with a generous portion and toast. For my main course, I had the skirt steak, which was cooked perfectly--tender, well-seasoned, and delicious with the green sauce. The homemade tortillas were amazing too. We ended with the Dulce de Leche Panna Cotta, and it was the perfect finish--creamy, smooth, not overly sweet, and so good we practically cleaned the plate. Amazing food, great portions, beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service. Ka'teen definitely delivered. I would absolutely come back again.

    What a fun place! Came on a Saturday night and they had a live DJ. We had reservations thankfully…read morebecause this place gets packed. The service was pretty solid but did fall off towards the end. The oxtail was fall off the bone and cooked to perfection. We left no crumbs (with the exception of tres leches - wasn't a fan). Drinks were delicious and strong.

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    DAMA

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown
    $$$

    What a surprise! My friend and I visited for restaurant week…read moreand I'd give it a 9/10! The drive there was a bit iffy due to location but surprisingly the street that the restaurant is on was clean and felt pretty safe! I chose to park on the street but I'd advise to valet ($15) for safety purposes. We walked into a concrete built up newish area that had a brewery and another Michelin rated restaurant across the courtyard. The entire area was inviting! The restaurant felt like we took a dinner vacation to Cabo which was recipe for a relaxing evening! We ordered from the restaurant week menu which for us consisted of Ceviche, Guac w/delicious fresh tortilla fresh chips, whipped beans, snapper, bbq chicken, empanadas and basque cheesecake. All were great!.. we just wanted a larger portion of everything! I'd recommend and will definitely go again! I love restaurant week!

    I made reservation few weeks in advance for Saturday 5:30pm dinner to try out Chef Antonia Lofaso's…read morerestaurant. Upon arriving at the restaurant block, I was so surprised to see it was in a spooky area. I was literally terrified to leave my car parked on the street. They had valet parking for $15 also. The restaurant itself looked super nice, beautiful interior and a huge bar in the middle. Some tables were in outdoor patio area too. The menu had bunch of small and large plates, alongside lots alcoholic and N/A drinks. I ordered the Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail that almost tested like a smoothie. The fried calamari, corn, empanadas, short rib tostada and chicken taco, all were good dishes but none of them were mind blowing. Prices were mostly fair. The service was really good. Our server did a wonderful job. All the dishes came out in short intervals. Overall a good location to have relaxing dining experience with friends and family.

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    Guelaguetza Restaurante - Complimentary Chips and Mole.

    Guelaguetza Restaurante

    3.9(3.2k reviews)
    2.9 miHarvard Heights
    $$
    Family-owned & operated

    Amazing food and drinks and there is live music but it is way too loud in there. The place is huge…read moreand gets packed but I think the speakers need to be turned down. Good for big groups but I don't really recommend if you actually want to have conversation. Got the enchiladas campesinas and mango slushy both of my visits there, it's a huge serving so had leftovers for another meal each time.

    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.

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    El Compadre - Sizzling fajitas

    El Compadre

    3.5(1k reviews)
    2.0 miEcho Park
    $$

    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.

    Stopped by after a Dodgers game with a friend and her mom (she's the one who recommended it). The…read moreinterior has that classic older hacienda-style kitchen feel, and there was a trio playing traditional songs while we ate. The space is pretty small, so the music ended up being a bit too loud for easy conversation, which was the only downside. Food-wise everything was good. Chips and guac were a good start. I had the chicken enchiladas and my husband got the shrimp enchiladas, both were pretty good. My mango margarita was also nice and came with a fun, unexpected presentation for a simple drink.

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    Mirate - bar downstairs

    Mirate

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    4.5 miLos Feliz
    Private events
    Outdoor seating

    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!

    My friends and I had all heard great things about Mírate, but I'll admit I had an extra reason for…read morewanting to check it out. I recognized it from Season 1 of Nobody Wants This, and apparently seeing a restaurant on TV is all the encouragement I need to add another dinner reservation to the calendar. Parking in Los Feliz gave us a little pre-dinner challenge. A friend and I eventually went with valet, while another friend circled a few times before finding street parking. Consider this my future self taking notes: next time, Uber. Walking inside was probably my favorite first impression. Mírate unfolds across multiple levels with warm lighting, greenery, tucked-away lounge areas, and that huge tree in the middle of the courtyard. We were seated upstairs near the top of the stairs by the restroom, which gave us a view down into the main space. Admittedly, I spent a little time admiring the tables around the tree and understanding exactly why that area is such a draw. Something to aim for on a future visit. We ordered several dishes to share. Some of the starters were a little smaller than I expected, but there was plenty of flavor packed into them. The ribeye taco was one of my favorites, with Chihuahua cheese, salsa verde, and a little heat from the Yahualica chile. The octopus taco was right up there with it, paired with Chihuahua cheese, frijoles puercos, and pineapple pico that brought in a nice sweet-savory contrast. Both disappeared quickly, which is generally a good sign at our table. The cocktails were another highlight. Everyone ordered something different and there wasn't a disappointed person in the group. Our server checked in throughout the evening without hovering, which gave us plenty of time to eat, talk, and inevitably compare everyone's drink choices. By the end of dinner, I had already figured out my strategy for round two: Uber there, explore a little more of the cocktail menu, and see if we can snag one of those coveted tables near the tree. Even if we don't, I'd happily come back.

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    El Tepeyac Cafe - 7/28/24: Okie de Pollo Burrito -- fireeeeeee!!!

    El Tepeyac Cafe

    3.8(2.9k reviews)
    3.0 miBoyle Heights
    $$

    My family has been coming to El Tepeyac Café since before I was even born, and they've never once…read moredisappointed us. This place isn't just a restaurant -- it's culture, it's history, it's meaning, it's family love all wrapped into one. Every time we walk through those doors, it feels like coming home. The food is incredible every single time. From the small big burritos to the huge big burritos, everything hits with the same flavor and comfort we grew up on. The portions are legendary, the taste is unforgettable, and the consistency is something you don't find everywhere anymore. El Tepeyac gives so much to the community. It's one of those places that holds memories for generations -- birthdays, family gatherings, late‑night cravings, comfort meals after long days. It's a spot that brings people together, and you can feel the love in the food and the atmosphere. This café is part of my family's story, part of East LA's story, and part of the community's heart. I love coming here, and I'm grateful for a place that still feels like home after all these years.

    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!

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    El Tepeyac Cafe - Chicken enchiladas

    Chicken enchiladas

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    Holbox - Smoked kanpachi tostada

    Holbox

    4.7(2.7k reviews)
    2.6 miHistoric South Central
    $$

    I stayed at USC hotel so I decided to give this place a try since I heard about it from YouTube…read more The place is inside a food hall and shares tables with the other restaurants. The line went outside the building, but it moved decently fast. After ordering you get a number and they will deliver the food to your table. I got a variety of their tacos. Each taco had a unique twist to it, and tasted really good. They also had a cool black tortilla which had a nice texture. I especially like the fried fish one as it had a mellow yet delicious flavor. I also got their cheap chips, and that as well worth the price. Definitely give this place a shot. It does match up to the hype.

    Food - All the raw seafood was excellent. Really fresh and the fish pairings complemented each…read moreother well with their flavors. The tuna ceviche stood out to me the most and worth trying. The kanpachi tostada was also great, and the uni with scallop was a nice pairing. Fish tacos were good but not as memorable as the raw dishes. Also tried the smoked kanpachi taco but again not outstanding compared to the raw seafood. Their sauces were also good but spicy! The light brown one had a unique flavor to it and was my favorite but also the spiciest so be aware. Price - On the higher end as expected from a Michelin 1 star, but the quality on the raw dishes justifies it. Wouldn't say every dish is worth the price, but most of them were good. Ambience - This is a food hall setup, you order at the counter, get a number, and they'll bring your food to you. Lines can get long, especially since it seems busy most days now. If the wait isn't worth it, there are other solid-looking vendors in the same food hall to check out. Parking - Small paid lot on site, or street parking nearby. It's also next to a DMV in which you can park after 6pm-ish (would double check the signs)

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    Holbox - Kitchen view

    Kitchen view

    Holbox - Taco de pulpo

    Taco de pulpo

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    Guisados - mexican - Updated September 2026

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