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I have been stalking this restaurant on Instagram for the past year. We finally had a chance to go on a Saturday afternoon and now my satisfaction has been satisfied. The place is like a food hall. It's loud, seats are limited, but the line does move quick. If there are no seats at the counter, you can always find a seat anywhere, but you better order enough because it is difficult to get back in line to order something else. The food is nothing short of amazing. The staff here worked very hard and you can tell they care about what they put out. They made a really good recommendations, I got the Kopache smoked yellowtail, which is my favorite dish so far, I also got the yellowtail ceviche, the scallops. I would probably pass on next time, although it was very fresh. It had a very distinct zesty taste a little strong on the lime. Also got the sea urchin, which is fresh and flavorful, and two orders of the churro because we had to take one home it was that good. I can't wait to come back and try their hot foods next time. We were too full with what was already on our menu. In total about $117 including tip.
I drove 35 minutes from South Bay, then waited in line for 40 minutes to sit at a table. The novelty of trying many seafood options, with chefs constantly curating new menus, is great. It's manageable to have a satisfying solo experience by ordering smaller items, though I regret not ordering a ceviche or entree. The wait made me want to try more variety. Favorite to least favorite from this visit: Kanpachi Tostada - Baja Fish Taco - Grouper Tostada - Baja Shrimp - Fat Bastard Oysters. Their staff is very helpful breaking down the menu, which I greatly appreciate. You're in good hands!
I got lucky. Drove in and found a parking right near the entrance. My mom met me there so I didn't have to wait in line as she already had seats for us. Had some tacos and my mom had fish. Don't remember the name but will post pictures. Fresh seafood. Nice presentation. Welcoming and friendly service that makes you feel like they know you. Overall had a cool experience and the wait was worth it.
We went 5pm on a Thursday and there was barely a wait! Always love the sparkling lemonade. - Rockfish collars 2.2/5 The fish itself is pretty salty- tastes like the sea. They over salt the batter so the whole dish is salty. They also over fried it so it's not soft or tender. It's chewy. - Fried fish taco 5/5 MMMMM. Yes! Definitely the best thing here. The fish is crunchy and tender and flakey on the inside. A very very delicious taco. [RECOMMEND] - Tuna Ceviche 4.7/5 A very fresh tasting dish. It's delicious, definitely needs more lime. - Grilled Branzino 4.5/5 The fish was very tender and had a Smokey taste from the grill. It was very yummy! - octopus taco 2.1/5 It's not as mindblowing as eating the octopus entree one. Fish tacos are better. - Cheesecake 1/5 We waited for 50 minutes for A SLIVER of mediocre cheesecake. AVOID. Free street parking
Been here about 5 times and it never disappoints! Love the ahi tostadas and the tacos, the amount of fish given is always a ton. Loved the shrimp platter but enjoyed the tacos more. Service is always so helpful and kind and even with lines there is always seating getting prepped for customers. I've never tried the surrounding restaurants as we always leave so full and happy! Parking isn't bad as they have a lot in front of them. Go try if you haven't!
A long wait, but well worth the price. This spot has to be one of the best spots in LA. Their tacos were so so good. We tried all of them and all of them were fantastic. We also got their ceviche and it was even better. Really enjoyed the different hot salsa options as well. The tostada was a great crunch and another great option. Def a must try! The line goes by at a good pace.
Currently sitting after i just inhaled everything. But so so so so so incredibly good. The ceviche de atun (bluefin tuna) was my favorite item we had. The tostada was AMAZINGLY crunchy but maintained its integrity whenever you break/bite it (it dint just crackle off and break how it wants) The fish is so so so fresh and light and the flavors of everything mixed in is amazing. My next fave thing was the yellowtail because of the chili oil thing they put on top. It really tied everything together (and again the tostada kept its crunchiness and integrity throughout the entire meal). Holy flavor burst. Next is the Baja fish taco, which tops my #1 (taco nazo). The batter & tenderness of fist is what i look for the most in a fish taco and this place did not disappoint. The batter was not oily at all and extremely airy, but not EXTREMELY crunchy (but that's okay). The kanpachi taco was also really solid. The fish was cooked perfectly and i love all the toppings that it came with. My least favorite (don't get me wrong, it was still REALLY good) was the octopus taco which was solid. It was really good, im just not the biggest fan of octopus in general. Overall, i think everything on their menu is well versed and crafted to perfection flavor wise. The price is solid for a place w a Michelin star and i like how home-y it feels, being in a food court. I will most definitely be back (we waited 1 hour, but i would wait longer). Slightly exceeded my extremely high expectations for this place. Servers were also extremely helpful and kind.
Amazing food here, we ordered several things and everything was very tasty and well done. Grilled Hamachi collars were just divine, smoked fish taco was a huge flavor bomb, and the yellowtail ceviche tostada hit it out of the park with big balanced flavors. I could go on, but you get the idea - order anything they have with confidence. Sparkling lemonade hit the spot too, not too sweet. Their Michelin star is well earned, and while not super cheap, the price to quality ratio is excellent. Why only 4 stars? Parking is awful, the line lasted 1 hour, and you had to hunt for your own table. Having 2 people allows one to stand in line while the other parks, one to find a table while the other orders, etc. God help you if you are a solo patron.
En route from the San Francisco Bay area to Orange County, I stopped by Holbox around 3:30p on a weekday to find that parking is a challenge and there was a short line to order food, but I was expecting all that and was intent on eating here. Here's what I ordered: Octopus Taco Baja Fish Taco Scallop and Shrimp Ceviche Hamachi Collar Sopa de Mariscos (Seafood Soup) As I had expected, the food was presented well and the fish tasted fresh. Honestly, I was expecting leftovers, but my partner and I ate more than we should have and finished off the whole thing. When we left Holbox, there was an even longer line than the one we waited in.
Finally got to try and see what the hype is about!! First of all, that line is LONGGG!! Planning to come when they open means that you're already late and it's going to be about a 1 hour wait (on a Saturday at least). It's food court style so you order, get a number, and then find a place to sit. The food is super fresh though, and most things are good... but not everything was a hit for me. Scallop Aguachile ($17)-- Scallop is naturally sweet! Good amount of pieces! The salsa/marinade/Aguachile sauce (?) is just SUUUUPER sour. Wasn't expecting it to be that sour without any cuts of spice or salt. Very mixed reviews on if we'd get it again. Like the scallop itself is fresh and beautiful but not a fan of the sauce. The avocado rose is beautiful and generous. Shrimp Aguachile ($28)-- So little pieces, kind of mediocre, and so expensive?? The super sour marinade worked decent for scallop but not for the shrimp. Big miss. Erizo Sea Urchin ($28)-- AMAZINGGGG. One order comes with 2 halves. The uni is sweet, the scallop is sweet. It's marinated in a good mix of sour, salty, flavorful goodness Tostada de kanpachi + uni ($24)-- AMAZINGGG definitely would get again. The tostada is a good crunch, the kanpachi is flavored well and the uni is so sweet, so fresh. Ceviche Mixto ($23)-- Mix of shrimp, octopus and halibut. Ceviche is on the more sour side. Comes with a side of chips. It was good and would order again to share... but wasn't as "wow" as the tostada or Erizo. Filete al Carbon ($18)-- It's ok. I guess it's like a good hearty lunch if you just wanted to order just one thing... but I wouldn't say it's special enough to come all the way here and wait in this line for it. It's fish, cilantro rice, beans, avocado, tortillas. It tastes exactly like what you think it tastes like. Nothing super wow, but not bad either. Smoked kanpachi taco ($8)-- oh I LOVED this one and actually came in with 0 expectations since it's not one of the ones I've seen people rave about. It's cheesy, kind of spicy, all around savory. Definitely would get again. It's a nice contrast to the brightness of ceviche and Aguachile etc Scallop taco ($9)-- Good!! The scallop is good and fresh and sweet so anything it's put on has got to be good. The sauce is good, the onions work. All around it's good. Taco de pulpo en su tinta ($8)-- My god the biggest disappointment. Everyone raves about it but what the hell is that black sauce that's on it!! The octopus itself is spectacular but whatever the octopus is sitting on was just soooooo not it. It's weirdly sweet and mushy? Scraped it all off my taco and just ate the octopus and tomatoes. Next time I'd get the octopus as a side order and not this taco. Large guacamole ($14)-- Pretty good!! Loved the fried fish that came with it. Had a good textural crunch. I think we get a good amount of avocado with the other dishes so it's not a must order, but flavor wise it's good!! Pricing as of last month on April 26. Parking there's a lot that connects to DMV side. It was free when I went, so parking isn't the bad part it's the line!! It was nice of them to provide umbrellas and water though so at least that makes it more bearable!
Been wanting to come here for quite some time now. I was finally able to make it on a Wednesday during lunch. We got there around 11:15am (they open at 11:30am) and the parking lot was quite empty. We sat at the bar before they opened (we asked some workers and they said that that was fine) and once they opened our orders were taken. I recommend you snag a bar seat if there are any rather than waiting in line. Although, the line was really short when we arrived anyway. Food was amazing. We ordered: Ceviche de Atun - Baja California bluefin tuna ceviche Smoked Kanpachi Tostada - House smoked kanpachi, shrimp, scallops, arbol-guajillo sauce, avocado Erizo|Sea Urchin Almeja Preparada - East coast surf clam, on the half shell Scallop Aguachile - Baja bay scallops, lime-serrano-cilantro marinade, avocado Smoked Kanpachi Taco - House smoked fish, queso chihuahua, salsa cruda, avocado & peanut chili oil Baja Fish Taco - Crispy battered local Vermillion rockfish, crema, mayo, salsa roja, pico de gallo Taco de Pulpo en su Tinta - Braised and fried gulf of Mexico octopus, calamari ink sofrtio Sopa de Mariscos - Seafood stew, local fish, mussels, shrimp, local rockfish, house made fish sausage & grilled bread Sparkling lemonade Yes, we ordered a lot but that was because I had a hard time deciding. Everything was amazingly tasty and fresh. Highlights were the Smoked Kanpachi Tostada, Scallop Aguachile, Smoked Kanpachi Taco and the Taco de Pulpo, Those were MY personal favorites, but there was nothing that was bad. I wish they sold beer - but we can't have it all.
So good, definitely worth all of the hype. Line was wrapped around the corner of the building and I didn't see it let up once but it does move pretty quickly. We were able to find an open table outside easily, and there is more seating inside the food hall. We ordered with our eyes and stomach and ended up with way too much food but glad I got to try a little of everything. Scallop aguachile was a standout- definitely order this. The scallops were plump and sweet and contrasted well with the sour acidic marinade. Another must-get is the kanpachi tostada. It had a mix of textures and was so flavorful. Ceviche mixto was good- big shareable portion and comes with tostadas. Would skip on the baja shrimp taco next time. Baja fish taco was also a bit forgettable. Soft shell crab was pretty good! I don't see that on the menu very often. A critique I have is that an order of guac should automatically just come with chips. Will definitely be back - I hope they continue to maintain the prices and quality/freshness.
Finally came to enjoy the 10 course tasting menu this past month and I'm very glad that I did. It was a very cool experience, though admittedly I was pretty damn full by course 8. The conchas in the very beginning -- oysters and a blood clam -- were probably my favorite dish of the night, to be honest. I enjoyed pretty much everything, save for one dish that was made of kanpachi head pate. just a bit gritty and not my favorite flavor or texture. Very grateful that I had the tasting menu experience -- if I were to come back I'd probably brave the line and order a la carte.
I went to Holbox on a Thursday afternoon around noon. When we arrived, the line was long but moved quickly--it took about 40 minutes to reach the front and order, but once we did, the food came out fast. Everyone in line (and working there) was super friendly and cheerful, which made the wait feel shorter. The food was amazing--so fresh and a great value. My favorites were the smoked kanpachi tostada, the yellowtail ceviche, and the Baja fish taco. Honestly, I'd order everything again in a heartbeat. read more
This place is amazing! I have ALWAYS walked past it due to the long lines each and every time I visit Mercado La Paloma. Some work colleagues from out of town were in LA so decided to give it a shot for dinner. Surprisingly, no line. We found a table and everything after that was delightful deliciousness. Oysters, guacamole, ceviche, a variety of salsa with a Mexican Coke to start. I really enjoyed the ceviche the most. For the entree the wood grilled whole brazino. The hit of the night. Prepared and cooked really well. Holbox is the 1st restaurant upon entering the market. There is a small parking lot that requires payment through an app or the ticket machine. Outside seating is available, inside is colorful and well lit. Enjoy read more
24 days ago
Holbox is located in a food market but it was the only one with a line right by the entrance though so it's hard to miss. There's a paid parking lot right out front but also free street parking right outside I came on a Wednesday night around 6pm and there was a short line outside the door with the menu on a QR code. Once I got to the front of the outside line, the employee let me into another line inside. From there, they had 4 people taking orders at a time. They then give you a number and you can sit at their bar or wherever you'd like and they bring the food to you Smoked kanpachi tostada: 5/5 this was my favorite thing we ordered. Super fresh and yummy Sea urchin: 5/5 this was also super good. The sea urchin was literally still moving when it was on our plate. Expect a wait if you order this though bc it took maybe 35 minutes to come out while everything else only took 5-10 minutes Taco do pulpo en su tinta (octopus taco): 4/5 there was nothing wrong with this, it just wasn't my favorite Note: even though the line might look long, it moves pretty fast. I got in line while waiting for my friend and ended up moving all the way to the back of the line bc it would've been way too early read more
We had so much fun on our last visit that we decided to visit Mercado Paloma again this weekend. This time we set our eyes on Holbox after reading its raving reviews. A side note: Their onsite parking lot is quite small ($2.20/hr.), but the closed DMV lot next door is free on the weekends. It was just past 11 a.m., and there was already a long line. However, we joined the queue after someone told us it moves pretty fast once the restaurant opens. It indeed moved quickly after 11:30 a.m. and we were able to reach the counter in 25 minutes. The attentive staff handed out the menu and answered any question we had while we were in line, and we were able to make our decisions without rushing through it. For this visit we order the following dishes: Pulpo a Las Brasas (Octopus Combo): It was pretty much a complete meal with grilled octopus, rice, beans, avocado, and tomatoes. All nicely served on a wooden board. The octopus, drizzled in a tangy and slightly spicy creamy sauce, was soft but with very nice texture. The cilantro rice paired perfectly with the black bean soup. Bread and avocado complemented well with the rest of the dish. Camarones Al Mojo (Shrimp Combo): Another very nice combo plate also served on a wooden board. With sliced avocado, tomatoes, toasted bread, black bean, cilantro rice, and the star of the dish: fresh and juicy shrimps simmered in a tangy and slightly spicy creamy sauce. Smoked Kanpachi Tostada: The chopped scallop, shrimp and fish were super fresh and juicy. The tangy and creamy sauce brought out the texture and flavor of the seafood. The crispy tortilla went perfectly with rest of the ingredients. Taco de Pulpo en Su Tinta: Beautifully braised octopus tentacle dressed with its own ink and slightly spicy sauce, then laid on top of a soft blue tortilla. Smoked Kanpachi Taco: The pleasantly seasoned fish filling has a velvety, pâté-like texture, and wrapped in a soft tortilla. What a wonderful culinary experience. Truly worth the wait. read more
first time trying this award winning spot. it's located inside a food hall which was surprising. the line starts 30+ mins before opening. when we arrived, they already started moving the line outside. parking is either paid in the small lot or you can get lucky with street parking. inside is quite packed and filled with different food places. we got quite a few dishes but my favorite was the smoked kampachi taco, ceviche, and scallop aguachile. i loved how much lime was used in their seafood, it made everything taste so fresh. the taco was perfect, the chili oil on top made a great touch. surprisingly the portions were pretty good and filled us up. we loved our experience and will be back to try what we couldn't this time! all fish and seafood was so very fresh and flavorful staff was nice and directed the line nicely. they also bring out your food after you order. lively ambiance and good vibes ! read more
The line was waaaay out of the door but wasn't too bad of a wait. We ordered the octopus taco, SB prawns, uni with scallops. My daughter loved the octopus and said it was flavorful and cooked just right so it wasn't chewy. Her second favorite was the prawns. I also enjoyed them cuz they were sweet and had a nice flavor but were honestly very small in size. The uni and scallops were fresh but not sweet, maybe not the right season to have them? The food court is clean and modern, the food took awhile but I'd rather wait for fresh food than not. Price for the prawns was a bit too steep for their size. Fair price for Uni and scallops and taco. read more
25 days ago
I was staying in LA for a show so I got on the K line and went down to Holbox. Met a great couple in line and we shared all the great dishes pictured. The vibe was great, service was amazing and fast considering how many people there were! Highly recommend anything on menu, everything we had was excellent. My personal favorite was scallop aguachiles read more
I don't like coming to LA but this place is worth it. if you want to sit at their bar then you better come early otherwise there are enough tables throughout the food hall. I did come on a weekday however. I'd say everyone pretty much ordered the same dishes. sea urchin was definitely a must try. people either ordered the uni tostada or enrizo. I got the enrizo and the combo of scallops and uni hit the spot. another popular dish was the braised octopus taco. the octopus was braised with aromatics until tender, then finished with a char on the grill or fried for texture, served with a rich, savory calamari ink. this one was prob the best dish. not everything on the menu was raw. they did offer few cooked dishes so for people who aren't into raw seafoods they could try those. parking lot is small. that would be my only reason why I would be hesitant to come, otherwise there were many other dishes I liked to try. read more
29 days ago
One of my favorite bites from my recent trip to LA! The seafood is so fresh and my absolute favorite bite were the scallops unexpectedly though the ceviche was also quite delicious. The scallops aguachile had a nice heat running through these buttery, sweet, flavorful umami scallops. It's a must try! read more
Lives up to the hype. Worth the wait and worth every penny. Everything was delicious, well season. Ceviche and aguachile were full of flavor yet still light. The octopus was cooked to perfection, not chewy. The accompanying hot sauces provide a spicy and fruity accompaniment to the tacos. Our favorite bite of food was either the shrimp and scallop aguachile or one of the various tacos. Fun food hall environment with options to get food at other establishments as well. read more
3 months ago
Finally tried Holbox and it lived up to the hype! Went a few months ago but we ran out of time and didn't get to try. The seafood was insanely fresh and honestly there wasn't a single thing I didn't enjoy! We got the ceviche de kanpachi, ceviche mixto, tuna tartare tostada, tostado de lenguado, shrimp aguachile, and the scallop aguachile which was my fav! There's parking in the back when you pull in. Just know there's usually a wait. We waited about 45 minutes, then ordered, got a number, and wandered around to find a table. It's a little hectic but totally worth! There's indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outdoors and saw many cute dogs. read more
A nice fancy Michelin entry hosted in a food hall of all things. They typically have the longest line in the hall. You order at a counter where you are given a number and the waiters find you when the food's done. Only real concern is finding a table in time before that. The hall's chaotic but they are pretty good at wiping the tables. Definitely sample the sauces before you commit. Their menu leans more towards seafood. Had the octopus tacos and ceviche which had nice presentation and a fresh distinct unami taste. Menu's on the pricey side since its made to order seafood but it's a nice treat. Note: There's plenty of street parking if you want to splurge for the extras and not pay for parking. read more
We waited in line outside for about 45 minutes before entering, but the process was well-organized, and there was a staff member managing the line to keep things running smoothly. As for the food--no complaints at all! Everything was fresh and delicious. It's easy to see why this place is so popular. The setup is like a food court, so it can get busy, but everything was well-maintained and orderly. Parking can be a bit challenging, so plan accordingly. read more
3 months ago
You seriously have no idea how much I have been wanting to come here since they opened up lol. Holbox is located near USC in a Mercado kind of thing. Parking is a little tough inside but there's also street parking. Once we parked we noticed a long line for Holbox. Surprisingly though it actually went by quick! As you're waiting in line, they offer you a menu so you kind of know what to get by the time you order lol. As I prepared my order, the cashier did ask me if I had any allergies. I told her I'm sensitive to crab and lobster. She mentioned that they do grill the lobster on the same grill. No worries! I ended up getting 2 tacos just for my first time! (Def will not be the last). I got 1 smoked kanpachi taco. Omg. The flavors were sooo deep. I loved that there was a spice around the plate. There was a salsa on top along with a slice of avocado I also got the taco de pescado al Carbon. Amazing fish. The Mercado itself is large! So finding a spot wasn't too hard. I can't wait to go back and try their ceviche. read more
I've never been a patience person so I don't ever want to wait more than 20 minutes inline for foods. However, that day was the first. It's very nice that they offered umbrella while you waited so you're not standing in the hot sun. The people were nice and hospitable. The foods we ordered were tasty and fresh. Scallops taco 4/10 Fish taco 8/10 Octopus taco 8/10 whole branzino 10/10 Spotted prawns and scallops aquachile 10/10. This restaurant located in an eatery with many other restaurants so we'd love to come back and try other foods besides Holbox excellent fresh seafood. read more
The seafood was very fresh and the wait after ordering your food is not too bad! What I shared: - Ceviche de Atun - Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni - Baja Fish Taco - Taco de Pulpo The fish was so fresh and tasted so good. Out of the 4 I tried, my favorite was the Tostada with Kanpachi and Uni. Lots of textures and flavors going on from the salsa, fish, and tostada. Everything looked and sounded really good on the menu, I would come back to try more! read more
Amazing quality super fresh seafood! I came on a Tuesday night at 6:30 pm and the line was pretty short we waited maybe 10min until ordering. Honestly you can't go wrong because everything was good but my personal favorites were the tostadas and the ceviche is definitely a bang for your buck. My friends love the aguachile but personally it was a little too limey for my taste. The nice thing is you wait in line to order at the register but are able to order more at the table if you didn't get enough the first time so you don't have to wait in line again. Amazing service and cute vibes! read more
Heavenly, everything is delicious and absolutely divine! Service is top notch, even as you're waiting outside in line. I've been twice and both times have been about 35-40 minute waits, which feels like it passes by quickly. Holbox is located in a food hall that has a free parking lot outside and home to many other delicious food spots. My favorite is by far the ceviche and aguachiles. Tostadas are delicious as well, feels like the ceviche but with bigger cuts of dish, so yum. Octopus is def new and different, good flavor and tender. Highly recommend coming to try! 10/10 food quality read more
So good but also so reasonably priced! I enjoyed every dish. Parking: Parking can be a bit difficult as with most places in LA. They have a small lot right out front, and if not there is street parking nearby. The restaurant is located inside of a food court. It's usually the only restaurant with a line that goes out the door. I would go inside, and talk to the cashier first just to make sure you're waiting in the correct line. Food The seafood tasted so fresh. Great amount of citrus on all of them. And their homemade salsa really set it off. - Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni 5/5 - Scallop Aguachile 5/5 - Ceviche de Atun 5/5 - Oysters 4/5 - Baja Fish Taco 4/5 - Uni and Scallops in a Shell 5/5 - Octopus Tacos 4.5/5 There were so many other dishes I wanted to try but just didn't have enough room. Safe to say, I'll be back. read more
Holbox absolutely lives up to the hype. For a multiple Michelin starred spot, it's surprisingly casual and very reasonably priced. We went on a Friday around 3:30pm and there was a line, but it moved quickly. It's an order-at-the-counter, grab-a-seat setup inside a busy food court with plenty of seating, and the food came out fast. We tried the Baja fish taco, shrimp taco, kanpachi taco and tostada. Everything tasted incredibly fresh which is the kind of seafood that doesn't need much to shine. The Baja fish taco was perfectly crispy, and the kanpachi taco was a standout with a kick to it. The sparkling lemonade was also super refreshing and clearly made fresh. Quick service, great food, and with an atmosphere. Definitely worth the stop! read more
1 month ago
This place never misses. Every time i come it's so worth the line wait. The employees are so nice&so fast with making the food and serving the food. The food tastes sooo soo good and FRESH every time. And the hot sauces they have OMG i love them!!! Sweating everytime i eat it but i cant get enough! I love that they have bar seating and you can watch them make stuff and see the fish hanging. Its in a food hall so its a bit noisy but plenty of seating. Amazing place. read more
One of my new LA favsss I'm so thankful my friend took me here - I've now taken multiple people to eat at Holbox and every person has absolutely loved it!! The wait time is always around 30 minutes on the weekend. I recommend getting there 15+ mins before it opens to get seated quickly once the restaurant opens. The parking costs $, but you can adjust the time on your phone to not overpay. There's also pretty limited parking (you technically can't park in the DMV lot). it's in a busy but large food court with a lot of other delicious restaurants. i like getting a drink from one of them while i wait in line :D The price is soo worth it. All of the seafood is insanely fresh. If u get lucky and get a seat at the bar, you can watch them prep everything! The best bang for your bucks are the fried fish and fried shrimp tacos -- they are ~$5 each with a very reasonable portion. the combo of the fried seafood & cabbage & sauce is amazing. I absolutely love the pulpo a las brasas (octopus) and scallop aguachile. i LOVE the rice and beans lol! any of the ceviches or tostadas are also great, but my favorite is definitely the blue fin tuna. the churros con chocolate are also deliciousss! although the smoked kanpachi taco is a key dish, i've tried it a few times and thought it was okay. i also thought the sopa (soup), shrimp aguachile, and the shrimp cocktail were also okay. the service is very quick. they have self serve water, to go boxes, and salsas / sauces. warning they are very spicy lol! read more
Absolutely delicious! So glad my husband and I got to try this place after talking about it for so long. The best part, didn't have to wait super long in line to order. We got here about 815pm on Friday night, paid for parking and got in line and waited about 25min to reach the front to order. It's in a food hall so there are plenty of seating. My top 3 standouts were the scallop aguachile, blue fin tuna tostada and the octopus taco. The scallop aguachile was SO good! It was fresh and was swimming in a delicious lemony sauce! The blue fin tuna tostada was so fresh and flavorful and last but not least the octopus taco was my favorite of the four tacos we got. Loved the char on it. If you are looking for fresh seafood but don't want to break the bank, check Holbox out! read more
Finally tried this spot with my friends this past weekend. We got there around 4pm and the line wasn't too bad, maybe 30 min. It moved quickly & they hand out menus to the line so everyone knows what they're ordering by the time they reach the counter. It's very impressive how many people they service in a day. Ambiance is not bad for being in a food hall/market. It has a nice community feel. The quality and freshness of the seafood was outstanding. The plating is really nice too. The presentation isn't pretentious, but the ingredients look vibrant and beautiful. The Uni, Uni + kanpachi tostada, scallops aguachile, spiney lobster, fish tacos & the ceviche mixto were divine! I'd definitely come here if I'm in the downtown area again. All this food was around $300 for 3 people, which is super affordable for a Michelin restaurant. read more
I loved it! I got the octopus and scallop tacos. The seafood were perfectly cooked- not dry or overdone. The texture was perfect . I was afraid it would be hard to eat an entire octopus leg in a taco without a fork and a knife . But the octopus was so tender you can easily bite into it. For dessert I got the churros dipped in chocolate. The churros were fresh and delicious! It definitely lived up to its one Michelin star reputation. The ambience was casual. This is a food stall in a Mexican food market. You get in line and you order and pay -they will give you a number and they'll bring the food out to your table with your number on it. You find a table on your own. I will be back for more ! read more
My friend and I came on Tuesday afternoon and there was no wait! Super clean areas with plenty of tables to the side. We ordered a ceviche mixto, smoked kanpachi tostada, and a pulpo a las brasas. The ceviche and tostada were so fresh - I loved the balance in flavors and acidity. The tostada chip was perfectly crunchy and not stale like the ones you get at the supermarket. The octopus was one of the best cooked octopus I've ever had with a delicious sauce! We had some hot sauces on the side but they were pretty spicy. (Drinks were from a shop to the right but highly recommended - soursop and passion fruit) This place isn't super affordable - but you get high quality items cooked to PERFECTION. Would def highly recommend for a nicer sit down meal with some friends! Will definitely be back to try more items :) read more
4 months ago
Yummy Mexican Seafood Counter restaurant located in a food hall. We got there about 30 minutes before they opened on Saturday for lunch and there was already a wait. Once they open, the line moves at a reasonable pace. Ordered: 1. octopus taco - would reorder. 2. kanpachi taco - would reorder. 3. kanpachi tostada uni 4. blue fin ceviche - between the two ceviches, I preferred this one, but I usually always prefer tuna over yellowtail in most situations. 5. yellowtail ceviche 6. scallop aguachile - would reorder. 7. lemonade The Ceviche and Tostada are basically the same thing, but the Tostada is basically a mini version of the ceviche. For 2 people, I recommend only getting 1 ceviche. Definitely interested in trying more of the hot items in the future. Parking here was also a bit limited. read more
4 months ago
This is my absolute favorite place in LA to eat, and it is what sparked my sudden love of seafood! It has a Michelin star but it is the most accessible restaurant that offers fine dining while being in a casual environment. I love it, because you can go get a snack and spend less than $20 on a drink and 2 tacos, or you can go all out and buy a lobster (which we did once and it was delicious). The fish comes fresh daily, and you can really tell in the quality of the food. I personally love the fried fish tacos and scallop aguachile! The lemonade is also delicious and huge for the price ($5) so it's great to share. The workers are also very friendly and happy to answer questions. Finally, the food comes out relatively fast. read more
Fresh, melt-in-your-mouth seafood that absolutely lives up to the hype. Located within a food hall setting, the line for Holbox was long as expected. Menus were thoughtfully distributed while we waited, so we were fully prepared to order by the time we reached the counter. The Scallop Aguachile, featuring Baja bay scallops in a lime-serrano-cilantro marinade with avocado, was impeccably fresh -- buttery, bright, and delicious. The Ceviche Mixto was another excellent choice, showcasing wild Mexican shrimp, Yucatán octopus, and lenguado that married beautifully in both texture and flavor. We also tried the Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni, a premium Baja kanpachi ceviche. While my boys were not fans of the uni, I personally enjoyed its rich, briny depth. The Tuna Tartare Tostada -- Baja bluefin dressed in Sinaloa-style salsa negra with pickled vegetables delivered a lovely balance of umami and acidity. A standout was the Taco de Pulpo; the calamari ink sauce was the star, adding dramatic depth and savoriness. Equally memorable, the Scallop Taco Pan featured a perfectly seared Hokkaido diver scallop with chile x'catic sauce, caramelized onions, tomato, and marinated fennel -- a combination that quite literally danced on the palate. The Pescado a las Brasas, a whole grilled branzino served with cilantro rice, black beans, avocado, pico de gallo, and handmade tortillas, was deeply satisfying. Yes, it was bony -- but not prohibitively so -- and absolutely worth the effort. Overall, a very pleasant experience. The ceviche and tostada share a similar base of tomato, onion, and lime, which creates a cohesive flavor profile throughout the menu. Even so, Holbox is undeniably worth the buzz -- and I mos def recommend it!!! read more
My friends rave about this place, and it's immediately apparent why. Holbox is probably the most affordable Michelin star restaurant in LA, and they're always really busy. We were lucky enough to visit when they had a shorter line, and we ordered and got our food really quickly. I honestly can't remember exactly what we ordered because we ended up just ordering a bunch of things and doing family style, but the takeaway across the board is the same: everything is really fresh and delicious. I do remember their uni being quite affordable (I'm from Texas so seafood is expensive everywhere) and sweet, and I'm a huge fan of uni. Presentation is gorgeous, and everything tastes incredible. read more
There was about a 10-minute wait, which honestly wasn't bad at all--especially since they don't take reservations. The line moves quickly and it's absolutely worth it. We ordered the tacos - scallops, Baja shrimp and octopus l. Along with seafood soup and the branzino. Everything was amazing, but the Baja shrimp tacos truly stole the show -- incredibly flavorful, perfectly balanced, and completely worth the hype. The octopus tacos were tender and well-seasoned, and the branzino was fresh and beautifully prepared. The seafood soup was rich and comforting, packed with flavor. If you're wondering whether it's worth the wait - it absolutely is! I'd definitely come back. read more
A whole meal at Holbox made my whole night... Holbox is one of a kind. It is deserving of its Michelin Star to say the least with the freshness of the seafood, the beautiful presentation, and the amazing combination of flavors. The yellowtail collar, aguachiles, yellowtail tostada with uni, and octopus taco are all delicious and I would recommend any of those to anyone. The smoked kanpachi taco however did not wow me but was still good. The prices are reasonable at ~$100 for 2 people which I felt was worth every penny considering we were leaving very full from a Michelin Star restaurant. We also had to wait about an hour on a Saturday night at 7:00pm. read more
I finally ventured to this spot after hearing about it from all my friends. This restaurant is located in a food court. I waited nearly 2 hours to get in, but the wait is worth it. There is plenty of seating in the food court, with many tables you can grab for yourself or share with others. The tacos and ceviche were some of the best I've ever had. I will definitely be back. read more
This spot is located in a great food hall with plenty of seating and a very cool, clean vibe. I loved that they have the fresh fish on display in the fridge. It really shows the quality of what you're about to eat. The service was also quick and the staff was helpful. The Raw Bar (The Stars of the Show) * Scallop and Spot Prawn Aguachiles (9/10): The sauce was a perfect mix of sweet and citrusy. Both the scallop and prawn were incredibly fresh. A huge highlight was that they fried the spot prawn heads- just like at the sushi restaurants - so good. * kanpachi and Uni Tostada (8/10): The kanpachi was light with zero fishy taste. The uni was the cherry on top--perfectly creamy and a great balance to the acidity of the dish. . Blue fin tuna tostada (10/10): the texture of the tuna was perfectly fatty while also reminiscent of poke. I liked how it wasn't over powered by the citrus. If I come back next time, I will order at least 2-3 of these. The Tacos * Smoked Kanpachi Taco (10/10): This was easily my favorite taco. It had a nice crisp from being deep-fried, and the smoky fish paired perfectly with the gooey Oaxaca cheese. Since I'm allergic to peanuts, I couldn't try the chili oil sauce, but even without it, the flavor and texture were great. * Pulpo Taco (6/10): The octopus itself had a great char and flavor, but the sofrito sauce was very bitter and sour, which wasn't really my cup of tea. * Scallop Taco (6/10): I love scallops, so I had high hopes, but I was pretty underwhelmed. It had a strange profile that reminded me more of a pasta dish or spaghetti than a taco. * Baja Fish Taco (5/10): The batter was super light and crispy, but it really lacked flavor. The slaw needed more creaminess. To be honest, I much prefer the ones at Taco Nazo. Overall: The raw seafood dishes here are top-tier and definitely the reason to come. While some of the tacos weren't for me, the ceviches and tostadas is a must-order. read more
The most delicious food you will ever have. If you're in LA you need to check them out. We got lucky and got there right before they opened and were the first in line hehe. My sister is a genius for this idea. Holbox is located inside a food hall. Very casual and chill vibe. They earned a Michelin guide star in 2024 and 2025. They're also number 2 in LA right now. Well deserved!!! We were obsessed with everything we got. Everything was a 10/10. So fresh, and delicious. Here is what we got - Shrimp and Fish Tacos - Scallop Aguachile - Smoked Kanpachi Tostada - Ceviche Mixto Amazing, delicious, scrumptious. I am dying to go back already. read more
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3655 S Grand Ave
Ste C9
Los Angeles, CA 90007
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What is the wait time for 12 o'clock on Sunday?
There is no set time. But an hour isn't out of the question.
Should I have to make reservation?
No reservations needed.You will stand in line to place order.They bring your food to you wherever you sit in that Mercado/food hall.Tip:Bypass the line and sit in counter at Holbox if it's available.
Best time to eat on a Sunday if I don't want a long line?
It seems to always have a long line
What is the wait time like around 12 or 12:30 on a Thursday for lunch?
We went around that time.. few weeks ago the wait wasnt that bad. Maybe 15 mins?
What's the wait like if you're going on a Saturday 30 min before opening?
We visited this restaurant on a Sunday afternoon and found a long line, but it wasn't at all overwhelming. The staff was busy efficiently letting everyone in. Trust me, it was worth the wait! Just make sure you're hungry before you come.
How long is a typical wait time for 2 people on a Friday night around 7ish?
It depends.. if you get there early or just before it opens, then it's quick. If you show up during prime time like lunch or dinner, it will be 30 to 40 minutes. The line moves fairly quickly, but there's a ton of people.. And sometimes, you'll get… Read more
What if you want to go here with a group ? could a group of say 4-8 find a table?
Yes but tables do fill up fast especially since there are other restaurants in the same food hall
Are dogs allowed in the outdoor seating area?
I don't believe there is outdoor seating anymore.
Does the inside have central air conditioning (HVAC) and/or air purifier(s) to filter indoor air?
It's a food court with good ventilation (AC). The food court has a wide entry way. So I don't think the air is filtered
When are the least busy days/times to go to Holbox?
Best time is arround 3pm on Tuesday or Wednesday... No trouble finding parking and little to no line.
Good for kids?
For seating, it depends on the age of your kids & if they can stay in their seats. They have bar counter seating and a some 4 seat tables. Since it's in a food market hall, it's not "closed off" like a restaurant so if the kids don't stay in their… Read more
Are you on any delivery service Uber eats Postmates door dash etc?
No, dine in take out only
Can you accommodate for a gluten allergy for the tasting menu?
Hi Mike, we absolutely can.
Will the tasting menu become available on Saturdays in the near future?
I’m not sure. Not for now. Sorry
Do you have to have reservations to eat here on a Saturday night?
We actually don’t take reservations. Super casual, order-at-the-counter service in a food hall setting.
Do they really have outdoor seating?
We do, but it's not heated and tends to get cold for dinner. For lunch it is great.
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