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    Komal

    4.6 (167 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Suadero Tacos
    Anush G.

    Although surrounded by some major competition in the same food hall, Komal is not to be forgotten about or overlooked. Fresh tortillas, delicious meat, and finely diced onions plus the citrus and spice from the lime and hot sauce create what I'd consider a perfect bite. No line, quick service, and great food! I would return.

    Salam A.

    Came to this spot because I didn't have the patience for Holbox (one day!!) Had heard about Komal and was especially interested because of the blue corn tortillas. The tortillas and the salsas are honestly the highlight! Loved the suadero tacos, very fatty and flavorful. The squash blossom tacos were unique and very beautiful. Will be back! Just note that it's a bit expensive but I think overall worth it. Also love that it's in a foodhall, fun environment to be in.

    Menu
    Carlo G.

    I split a Flor de Calabaza Quesadilla here with a friend and it was decent, not super mind-blowing. What was disappointing was the lack of cheese in my half (my friend had more cheese). So it was pretty much just tortilla, corn, and the squash blossom that I was consuming. The ingredients were good, but the cheese was definitely needed. The corn was flavorful on its own. I did enjoy the side chipotle sauce though. It added a lot of needed flavor and heat. The presentation was pretty. They just need to work on cheese ratio and consistency. This is a food stall located within a bigger food hall in the USC area. Parking can get competitive since Holbox is also located here. I think I would try this spot again and get other menu items since the quality does seem to be pretty good.

    03/14/2026 - Flor De Calabaza Quesadilla $11.50
    Teri C.

    Komal is located in the Mercado de Paloma. I saw the Flor De Calabaza Quesadilla for $11.50 and that's all I wanted from them. I expected the squash blossoms to be cooked, but it was rather just added to the quesadilla for looks. So it was rather raw still. I like my squash blossoms to have a bit of crisp to it and this was far from it. I did like the blue tortilla though.

    Flautas de mole
    Arturo R.

    Nothing here disappointed the tacos were good, the flautas de papa con mole were soooo goooood. Mercado la Paloma is a cool spot in DTLA to have food and enjoy the day. The service was great! Nice people all around

    Eli T.

    Delicious! Masa, meat, vegetables, salsa de chile, agua fresca, quesadilla, nopalitos - everything is a hit! I will definitely continue coming here. My favorite are the tacos with nopales and milpa salad

    Squash blossom quesadilla
    Mona A.

    My boyfriend and I had seen Komal before at Mercado La Paloma and just somehow never made it there until now. What finally pushed us to try it was seeing Chef Fátima Juárez get nominated for a James Beard Emerging Chef award!! That's a big deal! We ordered online and got the tlacoyos, flautas de ayocote, tacos de suadero, flor de calabaza, and both aguas frescas, and it ended up being such a fun little spread. Everything tasted authentic. I also really liked the Mercado La Paloma setting. It's right across from Holbox and the marketplace is very casual. Fun fact apparently Mercado La Paloma used to be an old garment factory! We also loved the staff, you can tell they work so hard and make everything with real care and pride. Even the name is thoughtful - komal is a nod to the comal which is the traditional griddle used in Mexican cooking. Beautiful. Really glad we finally tried it! Also fingers crossed for the award results in June!!

    Alfie E.

    If you come here for Holbox for seafood, grab other delicious tacos and quesadilla here at Komal made of flor de calabaza, pork or brisket. We came here to celebrate a few of our birthdays and my friends in the party went ahead and bought their favorites to share at the table. The quesadilla de flor de calabaza was delicious! The blossoms peaked out of the quesadilla and it was very pretty. The tacos suadero were delicious too. The tortillas were phenomenal and held the marinated meat perfectly. Chicken mole taquitos were also a hit. Though the Mercado de Paloma is a casual dining experience, businesses like Komal brings you delicious food from their Oaxacan culture and is presented to you artistically. The presentation is just as high as the quality and flavor of the dishes.

    Naomi C.

    The food is amazing and freshly made! I recommend it if you're in the area. The aguas frescas are always great too!

    Quesadilla de Flor y Quesadilla de Hongas
    Marie E.

    Went on an adventure to Mercado La Paloma with a couple restaurants in mind, one of which was Komal! This place did not disappoint. I've never tasted tortillas like this before, and if you know anything about Komal then you know why (go watch YouTube). The flavor is incredible, we had the quesadilla de flor (squash blossom flower), the quesadilla de hongas (blue oyster mushrooms), and the molotes (cheese filled plantain balls on mole sauce). The mole was the winning dish for me, the best mole I've ever experienced, so much so we bought some, along with fresh handmade tortillas. Service was great, and as mentioned in another post the Mercado La Paloma is a place where culture, community, and awareness come together. I will be back!!

    Flautas
    Cesar C.

    The iconic item in most Latin American households -- un comal -- is the also the name of this must try at Paloma Market. Bringing together the unique flavors of Oaxaca, Komal's signature is in their masa prep. Expect to try a difference in a handmade blue tortilla or yellow, as well as the masa for a tlacoyo or tamal. The verdict may leave you with an appreciation for corn turned to masa with skill that you'll wish you had known sooner. On my visit I enjoyed their flautas, wish it would come with a side of rice or greens, but ... the sweet-mole was exquisite! Note that depending on the time it may be loud and bustling at La Paloma, so if you're looking for a quieter experience go after the rush is over.

    Tacos de Suadero
    Liz C.

    Originally was in the area for Holbox but we literally could not stomach the line so we headed inside the food court to, our surprise, another Michelin guide Mexican spot. Komal is known for their house-made corn tortillas and I must say, I was impressed. There was a short line when we arrived and a regular in front of us was kind enough to guide us through the menu as we were contemplating while we waited. This spot is definitely pricier than we expected for a food court Mexican place, but it was well worth it! We got the Molotes de Platano to start and we were most shocked by this dish. It was sweet appetizer with a chocolate mole base and ripe plantains on top. We also got the Tacos de Suadero and Taco Sonia. While it doesn't look like much, it definitely can fill you up. My favorite by far was the Flor de Calabaza Quesadilla. You have to get this if you love corn! The orange blossoms inside gave it a nice sweetness and all together, this dish was immaculate. Would highly recommend!

    Kitchen
    Miriam B.

    Komal is inside Mercado La Paloma. It is food court style dining experience. There is plenty of seating inside and out. We ordered the flower blossom quesadilla, the tamal, mushroom quesadilla, suadero tacos and agua de jamaica and fresa mix. Let me start with the Tamal that was my absolute favorite. The maza was so flavorful the meat tender and let me tell you they don't skimp out on the meat. The put this delicious picked vegetables on top I had never tried a tamal like that. The flower blossom quesadilla was also a contender the quesillo they use is well seasoned and has a nice stretch when you bite into it. The quesadilla comes with whole corn inside which I was not expecting and gave it a nice sweet and savory balance. The tacos tasted like I was in a whole in the wall gramas kitchen in Mexico, mouth watering. The mushroom quesadilla was also delicious. Their red salsa was the perfect spice level and had a deep smokey depth to it. It went well with everything. The agua was refreshing not too sweet just how I like it. Staff were friendly and prompt.

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    6.4 mi
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    Came here for my friend's birthday dinner, and it ended up being such a fun spot for my group. The…read moreatmosphere was probably my favorite part--dim lighting, beautiful decor, and it definitely has that trendy vibe that's perfect for celebrating or catching up with friends. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything was presented really well. The enchiladas were flavorful, the grilled fish was cooked perfectly, and the tortillas with the short rib were a table favorite. Portions were great for sharing, and the sauces really tied everything together. Service was friendly and our server checked in on us throughout the night without making us feel rushed. It did get a little busy, so there were a few waits between courses, but nothing that took away from the experience. Overall Great atmosphere, solid food, and a fun place for birthdays or date nights. I'd definitely come back!!

    We came to Ka'teen specifically for their Dine LA menu and made a 6:45 PM reservation. When we…read morearrived, we were told the Dine LA menu was already sold out--which was confusing since they open at 6 PM. Our waiter then told us we needed a specific Dine LA reservation, something that was never mentioned when I called or when I made the reservation. I've been to plenty of Dine LA restaurants and have never experienced this. The service wasn't necessarily bad, but it was very dismissive. No apology, no real explanation--they basically just brushed it off. Thankfully, the food saved the night! The Michelada oysters were TO DIE FOR--seriously one of the best oyster flavors I've ever had. We also had the short rib plate, which was delicious. The outdoor atmosphere and decor are really cute too.

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    4.4
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    1.9 mi
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    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!

    Went back to Dama for their Dine LA menu so I thought I'd post so you don't miss out. For starters…read moreyou get GUACAMOLE, WHIPPED BEANS AND A CEVICHE TOSTADA. Yes, you get all three so no hard choices have to be made. My first impression of the beans was that they were no biggie but last night they were fire! I almost ordered a plate to take home. You have been warned the ceviche tostada has a kick but squirt some lime on it if you need to and you will survive. As for the guacamole, it's guacamole - need I say more? For my entree I went with the snapper, which came with escabeche, lime, pineapple, cilantro, green onion, and chili rub. In the past, I've strictly stuck to their small plates and I feel that's still the way to go. Nothing wrong with my snapper, I just love all the other little plates more. I went with one other person and only one piece of cheesecake came out. Supposedly it was a bigger slice but looked like an average size to me. This cheesecake is made with manchego cheese so don't expect an overly sweet treat. I did enjoy it. But, I also ordered their flan that is only available in August and I found that to be better than the cheesecake. Get both as one is limited edition. We also got the fried chicken tacos. We were told they were pretty spicy but I felt the ceviche was spicier. They were tasty but did not live up to their oxtail tacos they used to have. Also, squirt some lime on these tacos - you're welcome. This is one of my fave places to dine during peak weather season. Go check them out. Tip: street parking is available if you get there at 5 otherwise valet is $15. Trust, you do not want to park your car anywhere other than that one block where the restaurant is located.

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    3.9
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    2.7 mi
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    Family-owned & operated

    Came here to watch the World Cup game and it was a VIBBBBBBE…read more Great accommodating staff, they really were on top of cleaning up the tables and filling up our drinks The food was AMAZING! I recently visited Oaxaca & this is exactly like their mole. So. Good. Can't recommend this place MORE. Take your friends, family, coworkers they have large party friendly seating Definitely will be coming here again!

    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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