I mean! Everything was delicious! And there was so much extra in my quesadilla de flor de calabaza that I wasn't expecting. It was a delightful surprise. read more

Komal - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Awesome place! The largest single taco I've ever had. Delicious slice of beef shoulder (I believe), with sausage and nopales. We also tried the mushroom quesadilla - deliciously cheesy with a great salsa. And of course the homemade tortillas were excellent. Highly recommend! Skip the giant Holbox line and check out Komal instead read more

Komal - Beef taco - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Busy weekend. LAFC v. Internet Miami. Could understand the waiting time, but It took 40 mins to get our food to go( tacos and a hongo quesadilla) because they gave our order to someone else. My boyfriend was standing in front and watched them give it to someone else who was holding an order number which is only given to people eating there. We ordered Togo and they didn't give us a number. Just asked for a name. So why give a Togo order to someone holding an order number. Food was good but my quesadilla wasn't that warm, as they had to remake the tacos so my quesadilla was just sitting there. I ate it on the go as we walked to the stadium so I didn't fully enjoy that part either but that'll be on me. . I Will come back, eventually. But might take some convincing. Sad. read more

I went to Komal with my family for my birthday and wow is it amazing - I'm still thinking about that meal. It even passed approval by my mom who is an amazing Mexican cook (which is why we never eat at Mexican restaurants, because her cooking is always much better!). I can't wait to be back at Komal - I had the squash blossom quesadilla and could have at 5 more but that wouldn't have been good on my wallet, lol. I also had a taco with the green salsa which is amazing. Gracias Komal por lo que están haciendo!!! read more

Komal - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is amazing! Staff is friendly and the service is fast...a must try if you're at Mercado! read more

We were exact to try Komal after having heard so much. There was a giant line outside for Holbox outside - but we made our way in to a much shorter line at Komal. We tried a number of things, some better than others. The molotes were yummy and the chuchito as well. The taco Sonia was not that flavorful and it came with no salsa which was probably (hopefully) just an oversight. The tlayocos were great and the corn and bean salad was amazing. We finished with the pan de calabaza which was just ok. Wanted to love it - but like was all I can truthfully say. Likely that we won't head back to Komal but we will go back to try Holbox. read more

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On a whim we walked through the other end of La Paloma marketplace and found Komal. It sounded great and we like the 100 % authenticity of the restaurant. Taco Sonia did not disappoint. The blue hand made tortilla was a game changer. All the flavors danced together and created an amazing balance of flavors. Highly recommend this establishment read more

Komal - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Incredible! The food here has such depth and soul, it was nearly spiritual. Everything ordered was perfect, but the Tamal and the Quesadilla de Papas were really special. If you're coming to Mercado La Paloma do not skip Komal! read more

Food was authentic. Freshly made cartillas which it's a must for me. Parking was full. They get 5 stars with my experience. I would recommend this spot. read more

First time visiting Komal and it was AMAZING!!! The quesadillas were fresh and delicious. You can feel the love and passion they put into their food when preparing. If you're ever in the area definitely stop by you will not regret. read more

Holbox is good, but between the lines and the rushed feeling, I prefer Komal. Every meal I've had there has been excellent and something I can't replicate at home. The tamale is comfort food bar none. And everyone is so friendly! read more

Pan de calabaza! Yummy. I was finally able to order from here. For some reason, I always come when it is closed. Today, I only had time to get desert. It was really good! Flavorful and light! read more

The place can get crowded but it's definitely worth it. The service and the food great. read more

Komal - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Fresh ingredients and great service. Had five of their dishes and they were all satisfactory. Family friendly environment.

Great addition to LA. Hi quality masa used in all their foods. Enjoyed the quesadilla. read more

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Try there molotes there so delicious. There blue masa quesadilla are incredible. I love that they show case the maize as it's the life of Mexican cuisine. read more

Tasty and beautiful settings, attentive staff, and still a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. FYI, the restroom is a bit cramp, especially for taller individuals. read more

Komal is a relatively new addition to the Mercado la Paloma on Grand, and it is now my favorite stall there. Absolutely everything was DELICIOUS and tasted so fresh. I got the Milpa Salad, Tlacoyos, and Molotes de Plátano. My friend got the Flor de Calabaza Quesadilla. When I tell you every single dish was delicious, I'm not exaggerating. Every. Single. One. I also got the Agua del día was cucumber & cactus -- absolutely delicious, refreshing, and sweet but not too sweet. And the person at the register was super nice and helpful. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Service and food.. wonderful!!! Since I had just traveled to Oaxaca brought back memories...now I'll probably order the tamales for Xmas.

If you're thinking about trying Komal and aren't sure, the answer is definitely yes--you've got to try it! The flavors here are truly a 10 out of 10, and despite visiting on a very busy day, our large order came out quickly and perfectly prepared. The speed of service was impressive, especially considering the bustling atmosphere. The drinks were fantastic--especially the fresh aguas frescas, like the guava. They were refreshing and full of flavor. The quesadillas were absolutely to die for; we had two and left completely satisfied. The dessert, the squash (calabaza) bread, was a standout--it reminded us of pumpkin bread, but with a unique twist that made it even more delicious. The mole served with tortillas made for a wonderful starter while we waited for our main dishes. One small suggestion, not a complaint, would be for the taco rosa. While the flavors were on point, the presentation on a wicker plate with a paper liner made it a bit tricky to eat. The soft tortilla, combined with the sauce, caused some of the filling to leak through. It might help to either reduce the amount of sauce, cut the steak into smaller pieces for easier bites, or serve it on a metal plate with a knife. We noticed a few people around us also struggling a bit, so this could enhance the dining experience even more. Other than that, everything was delicious--We can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu! read more

came here yet again because i cannot get enough of their molotes in mole and their Sonia taco. just simple but so good and filling. the service is always so welcoming and the girls are on top of it. i think its slowly becoming a comfort meal for me. the prices are so fair and the portion is perfect if you're a small bites person. the mercado was packed but they still managed to find me and they nailed it read more

Komal - sonia taco with cactus (yes get the cactus) - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

How can something so simple taste so Delicious! It was our first time eating at Komal as we are usuals at the Mercado La Paloma. The tortillas are made fresh blue corn with fresh ingredients just taste very delicious I had the mushroom and potatoes quesadillas and Moletos de Platanos fried plantains filled with cheese covered in black mole sauce so good! Also had a refreshing cucumber drink. They are new to the location with a soft opening and definitely will be coming back! read more

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Komal is an outstanding restaurant! The food truly reflects the quality of Mexico City cuisine. I've tried the coliflor quesadillas, molotes, and tlacoyos, and they were all delicious. Every dish was packed with flavor. I will definitely be coming back for more read more

Komal - Tlacoyos - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Really awesome food. The milpa salad was excellent. The squash blossom quesadilla was great, the tortilla was perfect, tender and flavorful. Everyone heads to Holbox, but don't miss Komal. read more

Wow, so authentic Mexican food. I love this place and highly recommend. The mole was amazing, the taco bistec wow, and teclado was delicious. Highly recommend if you're in LA. read more

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Excellent food! Loved the Tlacoyos. The quesadilla with squash blossoms and corn was also great. They make their own tortillas and they are delicious. Service was great and fast. Ambiance is part of a food hall and is just okay. Highly recommended! read more

Party in your mouth with every bite! Ordered Milpa Salads, Mole(better than the other places here), Chuchito Tamal, squash blossom, oyster mushroom quesadillas, & beef rib giant Tacos. Finished with a few squash corn breads, so addicting! Had to order more ToGo. They know masa!! Holbox finally has some competition. read more

Yesterday, I was at Komal with some friends, and what a pleasant surprise it was! The food is authentic Mexican, cooked with so much passion. The homemade tortillas were absolutely delicious, just like in Mexico City. I highly recommend this place! with some friends. What a pleasant surprise. The food is authentic Mexican cooked with passion. The tortillas are made in house and they were delicious like Mexico City. I strongly recommend this place read more

don't overlook this place when making the pilgrimage to holbox. they have the best tamale ever made! gorgeous and delicious!

I love authentic Mexican food, but as a vegetarian, I often find myself with few options. This can be a blessing and a curse, I go in, order one of whatever I can eat, and try not to think about the sauces and dishes I'm missing. Komal was different, on the menu there were only the meat dishes and I could eat everything else. I ended up getting the plantain balls and taking the cashier's suggestion of the salad and squash blossom quesadilla. It was a lot of food, but I still felt some regret that I couldn't order more (owners, have you considered a vegetarian sampler platter?). The food was all delicious, the blue corn tortilla off the quesadilla was fresh and delicious, and the chipotle salsa that came with had the right amount of heat and smoke. The salad was light and fresh with the perfect mix of beans and greens. The highlight, though, was the plantain balls served in a sweet mole sauce, they were delicious with just the right amount of sweet and savory flavors that I would eat them as an appetizer and dessert. Overall, this place is excellent and very reasonably priced. read more

I haven't gotten through Komal's entire menu yet. It's still evolving. It's all pretty wonderful, but I wanted make note of their Chuchito (tamal). Tamales are a staple menu item in Mexican restaurants. They're wonderful. Their Chuchito is a whole other level of delicious. I overlooked it for a while thinking that I was already pretty familiar with tamales. read more

This place is BOMB, I got a taco while waiting for Holbox and this place is just as good. I haven't tacos this good since I went to Mexico City. Komal is a must!! read more

Do you know what happens when you take the heart and soul of Mexican cuisine (corn), you add dashes of care, lots and lots of the best ingredients, and no ounce of pretentiousness over their carefully and beautifully curated food? You get Komal. A brainchild of two talented chefs who also worked in the anchor restaurants in Mercado La Paloma. There is something deliciously beautiful about going back to the basics of simple, high quality ingredients, and love. Because let's not forget that in every bite of their food- you also bite into the love they have of their community and the food that comes out of it that is not just a greasy, fast slung taco (though I love that too). Eat here. TODAY (but not Mon/Tues when they are closed). Support a beautiful new business that serves their food right. You won't regret their calabaza flower tacos or hongos (mushrooms), their luscious salad, and the mole that you might be tempted to bathe in and then lick yourself clean. It is ridiculous how gnom gnom their mole was with plantains. Ok, I just made myself hungry again. read more

Delicious! The star of this restaurant are their tortillas. Hope I got this correct but they use organic heirloom corn to make their tortillas. All their ingredients are really fresh and the taste is phenomenal. I have tried the taco Sonia, quesadillas and the item is a pan fried tortilla that is stuffed with beans. read more

The food was great. The tortillas, mole, and quesadilla were all very yummy. One of the best moles I've had.

Delicioso! Definitely coming back. There's a line but it's well worth it. Great experience.

Wow! Another must-go food destination at Mercado La Paloma. INCREDIBLE tortillas - the owners and staff are very skilled and clearly take pride in their craft. Sadly, we forgot to take pictures. We ordered the taco de sonia (impressively sized with beef, sausage and nopales), platanos in mole, calabaza quesadilla and mushroom quesadilla. All were excellent. Note, most of the menu items are vegetarian which makes it a standout option. We will be back. read more

My husband and I went here a couple of weeks ago and it was fabulous. We had the tlacoyos, which were wonderful. The squash blossom quesadilla were also very good, but I'm not sure I loved the corn in them, as it kind of took away from the flavor of those amazing tortillas. The masa used in their tlacoyos and tortillas is delicious and nothing like you get at the stores here. Our order did take a bit to be ready, but the place was busy (a good thing!). We will definitely be returning when we are in the area. I do wish they were open every day of the week. read more

delicious, definitely one of the more unique spots in town. varied menu and affordable, try four or so dishes. bustling place, the mercado, gives it some restraint that is appreciated compared to most spots in LA you'd find squash blossoms. read more