Had errands to run in East LA and wanted to take advantage of being in the area and out of all the…read moredelicious looking options my husband picked this place. Walking in I was a bit overwhelmed at first. It's small, hot, crowded, loud. However a coupe of people were getting take out and they left and I was brave and asked a couple who was at a 6 top if we could sit with them and they said yes. Majority of people there had soup on their table so how could we not order the pozole and I'm glad we did! It was great! Our burrito and torta were great as well. Something about being in the hot crowded room watching the ladies making the magic happen in the kitchen is so special. Hubs loved his horchata and my Jamaica was crisp and delicious!

First time here and I loved it. Mi Lindo Guanajuato is a true mom‑and‑pop spot on the corner of 1st…read moreand Indiana in East Los, a real small business gem. I ordered the wet carne asada burrito and tried it with their handmade corn tortillas, absolutely delicious. I had a Jamaica and a Pupusa and everything was amazing. The staff is friendly, and the vibe is very homie and authentic. We'll definitely be back. If you're looking for a truly regional Mexican food, this is the place to go!

I got the chile relleno with carne in salsa verde and it was really good and a big portion (had…read morehalf for lunch and the rest for dinner). The burrito was almost $17 with tax so a bit pricey but the size and flavor definitely make up for it. I'd also order ahead it gets very busy especially on the weekends and during lunchtime. Great service too!

First time here since they relocated and was very thankful for the easy parking…read more Aside from the large to go order that must have happened right before we entered, the food was fast. As soon as that order was picked up, they definitely got the wait to go quickly. La Azteca Burrito did not disappoint.

My girlfriend treated me out to La Carreta this past weekend for breakfast. Place was packed to the…read morebrim and requested a smaller table to be cleaned so we can sit there. We both ordered their Huevos con Chile Verde. For a $16 dish, the portions were on the smaller side but the flavor packed a punch! I know it's an egg dish with chile verde but the amount of meat was borderline absurd. Overall, great flavors but not sure if it's worth the price. Service was very attentive except when we needed our check. It took a while to flag someone down but we were in no rush. Overall, good little spot for breakfast but expect to leave hungry if you have a big appetite like me.

I guess they only serve locals…read more Horrible experience my family and I were starving. On our way to the museum and they could tell we weren't regulars. We came in sat down. No one No one acknowledged us or asked if we needed water!!! Horrible service they all fuchi faces!!! At least greet people!! We left after 20 minutes and nothing. To top it off someone came in after us and they were promptly greeted and given drinks!!! This place was disappointing to say the least!!

In love with this hidden gem of a restaurant. The service is top notch and the food is impressive…read more The food is largely focused on the region of Oaxaca, so think lots of mole based dishes. What's great is that they also offer vegetarian and pescatarian options. Additionally they have a bar section, tables to accommodate large parties, and booths for a more private feel. Above all, if you are curious to open your palate from main stream Mexican food, definitely try this restaurant.

Divine mole! i was…read moretransported to another time and place. my first time here they gave me complimentart chips to sample each of the moles before deciding. all were delicious but there was no beating the black award winning Oaxaqueño. I'll be back!

It's been many decades having this goodness…read more Quality value flavorful authentic supporting local business fresh plethora goodness The chili relleno burrito I pass on as there was a thicker egg batter than chili that was quite small in comparison to size of burrito The original hollenbeck absolutely hands down tender spice stuffed goodness Rice beans guac stuffed away Their veggie burrito also worth the value All burritos very shareable or leftover worthy or have an amazing happy belly Would certainly purchase and try other goodness!

I work in East Los often, this is one of those places the locals always recommend. On a couple…read morelunchtimes I ordered through DoorDash for pick up, quick easy and convenient. The building is an original piece of the City's history, boasting a menu that features their famous burritos that vary in size from a regular to a huge party size beast that can feed several. I tried the Hollenbeck and the Okie burritos on two separate occasions via pick up, as aforementioned, the service was quick, convenient and the pick up window is seamless, parking is located next to the structure and I haven't had problems getting there. Hollenbeck was good but I definitely enjoyed the Okie burrito more, I ordered the "original" size once and didn't seem to learn my lesson the second time, these burritos can feed two in Original size. They offer a "Mini" version which would be satisfactory for one person. My favorite thing about these burritos is how "home-made" they are, the salsas and meats are fresh and taste like they came out of an abuelitas kitchen. I still need to try the crunchy tacos and nachos which look great, I recommend trying this classic establishment at least once if you're in the area.

Very good carnitas burrito and buche taco, clean restaraunt, lots of seating in the dining room and…read morethey have a TV. Also they have a self service little salsa bar, green and red sauce among other toppings. Service was good, ordered over the phone and the food was ready by the time I got there, super convenient for lunch time. They pre packed with plenty of salsa, onions etc. to go. Good quality ingredients very tasty carnitas burrito, hit the spot. The buche taco was big with generous amount of meat, green and red sauce were nice n spicy, they pack the heat. If you're craving carnitas, this is a great option. Parking is right in front, medium size parking lot, i didn't have trouble finding a spot at 11am.

Carnitas El Momo has mastered all things related to carnitas. This prized traditional recipe from…read moreMichoacan cooks juicy pork cuts low and slow in lard (similar to the French confit cooking technique) in a large copper cauldron for about five hours. Carnitas Tacos: The warm corn tortillas contain chopped pork shoulder that has been crisped up on the flattop. The simple dressing of a pickled jalapeno and pickled carrots with cilantro allows you to focus on the flavor of the carnitas. The meat is tender, rich and juicy, while also crispy. Carnitas Mulitas Aporkalypse: If you are really hungry, a mulitas will always hit the spot. Two large tortillas are covered in cheese to form a thin, crispy, cheesy crust that extends past the edges. More gooey cheese is filled between the tortillas, along onions, cilantro, and carnitas. If you select the Aporkalypse, you are signing up for an explosion of flavor that is provided by all the meats. There is an incredible assortment of pork butt, pork belly, pork skin, and burnt ends. The spectrum of textures is unrivaled from soft and succulent to crunchy and shattering. The slow cooking respects the ingredients and offers up the fullest expression of pork flavor. Parking: This location has a large parking lot.

Food was absolutely phenomenal. For $10, I got a MASSIVE fish & shrimp burrito (Baja Burrito) and…read morewhen I tell you every bite was heaven, i'm not exaggerating at all. The people taking the orders were so kind as well! Ok, now the "negative" stuff. Says it opens at 9:00 but they didn't start taking orders till 9:30 but I didn't really mind tbh because the food was worth the wait. Might've just been that day I went and hopefully it's not a normal occurrence? Other than that, amazing place!

One of the many excellent restaurants of Whittier Blvd…read more If you're in the mood for fish tacos, they have a 1.50 taco Wednesday here. Service was good, ordered for pick up. Dining room indoors and some seating outside, parking on sidewalk or in the small lot in the back. I got a Baja burrito which contains fried Fish, shrimp, beans, rice, cabbage, tomato, onions, cilantro, cream & salsa. Good size and very filling, I regretted ordering an additional carne Asada and a pastor taco on the side. Saved for later, the Asada was good and the tortillas are the yellow kind. Ingredients tasted fresh and I would come again when I am in the mood again for some Estillo Ensanada.

Chilaquiles are my favorite breakfast food and these did not disappoint! I got the chilaquiles with…read moregreen sauce and tomato sauce and let me tell you, that tomato sauce was INSANE. The green sauce has a significant tang to it so the two really balanced each other out. Next time I'll definitely add a protein as well, but this bowl of chilaquiles was delicious! I also had a Jamaica lemonade which was great, it had a nice kick/tang to it. They make everything in house - the chips, their meats, everything. They have a solid, limited menu, and I can't wait to try other items. It's a small restaurant but they make you feel like you're home. The gentlemen at Tenampal are so welcoming, they give so much attention to each customer, they really take care of you. They constantly check in on you to make sure you're happy without being overbearing. As far as service goes, this experience was within the top 3 experiences I've had at a restaurant in my entire life just in terms of how welcoming they were. I was very lucky to grab a seat here on Sunday - I've heard usually it's pretty busy to get in here but since I went during a World Cup game, I was able to be seated right away. The only thing - parking was pretty difficult, ngl. You gotta luck out finding street parking or go into the residential areas to park. But it's worth it!

I can't believe I didn't find Tenampal sooner. This hidden little scratch kitchen in Boyle Heights…read moreis exactly the kind of place that reminds me why I love trying local restaurants. Parking is street-only, but trust me, it's worth the hunt. From the moment we walked in, it felt like the entire kitchen welcomed us. The energy was warm and inviting, and both servers we interacted with were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to guide us through the menu. To drink, I ordered the limonada and my boyfriend got the jamaica, both refreshing and the perfect start to the meal. We kicked things off with the beans and chorizo topped with salsa macha, and wow. Absolutely incredible. The fresh-made chips sprinkled with cotija cheese were so good that we could barely stop eating them long enough to order the rest of our food. I went with the huevos rancheros in green sauce. The sauce can lean a little sweet, so I asked for it extra spicy and it was exactly what I was hoping for. My boyfriend ordered the green enchiladas with suadero, which our server told us had been made fresh that morning. The quality and care put into every dish really came through. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtful, and made from scratch. Not a single dish disappointed. Between the food, the hospitality, and the attention to detail, Tenampal easily earned a spot on my list of favorite neighborhood finds. I'll definitely be back.

Went to Vida Pura and got their breakfast burrito. It's been on my bucket list for a while, and…read moreneedless to say, it was definitely worth it. I'm glad I finally got around to trying it. I loved the avocado and hash brown combination, and the salsa that came with it paired really well, a little kick with it. The portion size was great and definitely filled me up. The service was fast, but seating is pretty limited since it's mainly outdoors. Parking can be a little rough because it's street parking only, and it was pretty full when I came on a Saturday morning. I would definitely come back. I also saw that they make coffee and matcha drinks, and they all looked really good, so I'd definitely come back to try that next time!

Vida Pura is a Latina-owned plant based cafe located in the heart of East LA. It was formerly a…read morevegan food truck and eventually became the current brick-and-mortar cafe. [Parking]: Free small public parking lot directly across from the shop. [Amenities]: This is a really small coffee shop with no indoor tables and only two small outdoor tables. No restroom is available. [Menu]: Yelp's top highlighted items are the Breakfast Burrito, Teddy Bear (double espresso, agave, housemade vanilla cold foam, Teddy Grahams), and Banana Nut. All drinks are made with oat milk. Please note that the kitchen closes at 1 PM on Monday - Tuesday and 2 PM on Wednesday- Sunday even though the cafe remains open for another 1 - 2 hours. Come early for anyone wanting to try kitchen items like breakfast burrito or breakfast sandwich. *** Banana nut (double espresso, house made vanilla cold foam, house made banana syrup - medium $7.50): It came with two banana chips. The cold foam was quite underrated and I could taste a hint of banana flavor. The drink wasn't as sweet as I had expected - I liked it. Breakfast burrito (Refried beans, soyrizo, tofu scramble, crispy hashbrowns and sliced avocado wrapped in a flour tortilla - $13.50): Portion wasn't huge, but it also wasn't small enough to finish in one sitting. It had one of the softest texture for breakfast burritos. The soyrizo was very flavorful. It also came with a side of salsa - quite spicy but flavorful at the same time. *** I probably still prefer meat-based breakfast burritos, but their soyrizo breakfast burrito is quite good and the coffee drink is excellent (4.5-star for both items). I would definitely recommend this small coffee shop for a quick grab-and-go.

Todos los platillos que hemos probado me han encantado. Las portiones son perfectas, todo esta…read morepreparado en el momento que se ordena y el sevicio es muy amicable y atento. TE LO RECOMIENDO.

The restaurant is very clean. The service was great. Out waitress was very nice…read more The food was the star of the show. Everything was absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to come back and try other things!!! I came with my friends since she's been here before. She came with her family and said we needed to try it. So here we are! I don't remember what I ordered but will revise one I got back to the menu. It was corn empanadas with squash and 4 kinds of cheese. What made it even better was the salsa. La Mestiza. Overall I would come back again.