The food here is always consistent and delicious, I love their molotes! The ambiance is beautiful…read moreas well, both indoors and outdoors! A little loud but I don't mind. Our waitress, Lorena was very kind and efficient :) I have been to this restaurant with my family multiple times and we have never had a bad experience, we love the food here so much!

I go to the happy hour here on occasion. They make a good spicy margarita and the Mexican lager is…read more$7 They also have discounted bar food from 3 to 6 pm. That said, the food is not bad, but a better Oaxacan option is El Jacalito in Lomita. It is just a step up in terms of taste and quality. Madre has 100+ mezcal varieties, but if you want mole or tlayuda or another Oaxacan staple. El Jacalito is the place.

Me and my good friend came in on a Monday because I wanted some elote! It happened to be happy hour…read moreso why not! The food is so good! The chips and salsa, the elote, the ceviche were spectacular! The salsas are so tasty! The elote hit the spot! And the ceviche was a large portion which was perfect to share! The tacos were very good! One thing I would change is their tortilla, but the carne asada was tender and well flavored! The fish taco could've used some crema. The service here is some of the best I've experienced. As someone in hospitality, Arturo deserves all the flowers! So kind and friendly! On point! The space has a nice outdoor patio that has covering for shade. We will definitely come back!

After checking out local reviews we decided to have dinner at Maderos. At first we were confused…read morebecause the sign at the foor said they were closed but when we saw a couple go Inside , we realized they were open. Service was very friendly and attentive and we were promptly seated and served fresh chips along with a trio of salsas which were fresh and had the perfect levels of spice. My son had the kids enchilada and enjoyed his meal. I ordered 3 tacos from the à la carte menu. The chicken was fine but the fish and shrimp were undercooked and I couldn't eat them, which is why I deducted the one star. The other deduction was for the underwhelming flavors in the meals themselves. Usually when a Mexican restaurant had amazing salsa, the same vibe carries through with the entrees , but unfortunately it wasn't my experience. I would probably try once more and edit my review based on a second experience.

Very solid restaurant, food was delicious and service was great, very quick turnaround which is…read moregreat when you have a toddler with you. Will definitely be back. Our server Memo and their manager Justin are very attentive and have a good eye for service.

Went in Sunday August 16, I was greeted with the warmest welcome from the hostess Karla she was…read morevery friendly walking us to our table making jokes. Isabel was our waitress and she was very fast and attentive with our orders also very funny and kind. Manager Justin was the cherry on top making sure that we were good the whole time. 10/10 would recommend

Frida Mexican Cuisine in Torrance earned five stars across the board…read more My family and I had a wonderful dinner here with friends. We had reservations and were seated promptly, and when an unexpected guest joined our party, the staff quickly and graciously accommodated us. The patio atmosphere was fantastic, with a beautiful blend of Mexican culture and Southern California flair. Live musicians moved from table to table taking requests and serenading guests. They were charming, talented, and added something genuinely special to the evening. Our waiter, Renee, was outstanding. He was patient while we waited for our final guest, attentive without rushing us, courteous, and full of great recommendations. He worked hard, always had a smile, and clearly takes pride in what he does. Exceptional service deserves recognition, and Renee absolutely earned it. I highly recommend the carnitas plate. The meat was tender and juicy, never greasy, with the perfect amount of crispness and bark. My personal test for Mexican cuisine is simple: get the beans and rice right first. Frida nailed both, and everything else followed suit. In Southern California, great Mexican food is everywhere, but Frida offers something beyond just a good meal. Quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, excellent hospitality, live music, beautiful decor, and genuine cultural character all come together to create a complete dining experience. It is a little pricier than a casual Mexican meal, but worth every penny. From the welcoming hosts and talented musicians to Renee's exceptional service, everyone contributed to a terrific evening for our family and guests. Great food, great people, great atmosphere. This is what good looks like. Highly recommended. We will absolutely be back.

Are you serious. They won't let me get a flour tortilla instead of corn. This is rediculous…read more Horrible service. Never coming back. You suck. The sign says any taco for taco Tuesday but when you go inside it says except for fish tacos. Sucks

When the craving hits, it's always tacos!…read more I stopped by Tacos El Goloso on PCH and ordered a mix of street tacos (carnitas and al pastor) along with the tacos dorados de birria. I've been here before, and the birria tacos were exactly what I needed for a late-night craving. Crispy on the outside with a good amount of filling and strong flavor - they really hit the spot. I ended up having four of them. The consomé on the side was really good too - rich and flavorful, almost something I could've just had on its own. The street tacos were solid. The carnitas had that tender, slightly crisp texture, and the al pastor added a bit more seasoning and contrast. Nothing overcomplicated, just straightforward and satisfying. Service was friendly, and the setup is quick and casual. In the South Bay where places tend to close early, it was nice that they were open until around 10pm. Overall, this is a no-frills taco spot where the focus is on the food. Easy choice when you're in the mood for tacos.

Food: great. We normally get the consomme, quesadilla, taquitos, or veggie burrito, sometimes the…read morepotato tacos with cucumber agua fresca. Today we got consomme, chips, and cucumber agua fresca. But the drink tasted a little on the stale side as if it's been there for days and not replenished daily. Not sure what happened. Usually it's on point but somebody dropped the ball. So taste the agua fresca before you walk away to make sure it's freshly made (fyi). Otherwise, food is great and consistent. Service: sometimes it's good sometimes not just depends on the day I guess. Ambiance: busy, always busy so maybe call or order online if you don't want to wait.

I haven't been back in a few years but it felt comfortable walking into La Capilla once again. They…read morehave a birthday special on the day of a birthday where you can choose from one of four 1 item combos and get a free meal and dessert by presenting your ID. They used to let you pick from more choices years ago but free is free right? I chose the number 4 which is a tamale with beans and rice. My wife ordered their chicken tortilla soup which has been a longtime favorite. The size of the bowl has diminished about 30% from what I remember but that's been a common theme the past few years in many places so oh well. We also ordered a side of chicken taquitos which came with a generous amount of sour cream and guacamole. The food was very good overall although the chunks of beef in my tamale were dry. I prefer chicken but unfortunately they were out. I should have asked for pork but didn't think about it till later. Our server was very helpful and just a sweet, thoughtful young lady. The gentleman bussing tables was also friendly and considerate. Prices have definitely gone up but those are the times in which we live. There is street parking and an underground parking garage a short distance away. There are quite a few restaurants in the area so parking can be a little challenging. With so many new restaurants in downtown Torrance, La Capilla may no longer be at the pinnacle of food choices but for longtime South Bay residents, it would be sad to see it go. It's nice to have places that bring back memories of wonderful times gone by.

Man, La Capilla you're one of the family spots we all grew up going to with our families for…read moredinner. Birthdays always included flan, and being called Panchito. However I think what kept everyone there was the pitchers of margaritas, and the specials on the wall to the left when you walked in. My dad lived for those. LETS TALK ABOUT NOW': HORRIBLE DOESN'T DO JUSTICE. The chicken taco fell completely apart, and was freezing cold. The burrito had no flavor, there was none in the sauce or the meat or anything. The rice made you want to gag, I don't think a stray dog would eat it. Lastly my meal, enchiladas. I mean, come on how do you eff that up?! The cheese wasn't melted, the tortilla was raw and needed to be heated (or fried) Either way save your money, and take the drive up to another well known spot.

Food is amazing! Would recommend the burritos, also the customer service is fantastic! Would…read moredefinitely recommend anyone who's looking for a great time and delicious food for any event.

Food is great! Would recommend the burrito, also the customer service is fantastic! Would…read moredefinitely recommend anyone to come for a great time and delicious food or any special event.

This place kept popping up at the top whenever I searched for Mexican food, so we finally gave it a…read moretry--and I'm so glad we did! Service was super friendly and surprisingly fast. We ordered the carne asada wet burrito and the pastor wet burrito, and both were absolutely delicious. Everything tasted really fresh, and the flavors were on point. Definitely coming back for more. Highly recommend! Next time, we're going for the fish tacos and quesadillas

I went to pick up my order at El Otro Amigo. The cashier charged me for two drinks, which was a…read moreMexican Coke and Pineapple Jarrito. All of the other items I ordered for dinner luckily wasn't missing. I went back to ask for the missing Pineapple Jarrito and the same cashier swapped it for the Mexican Coke. I was still missing a drink and was charged for it. That is bad customer service. I also asked for a receipt, and they did not give one to me. Normally, I received everything that I ordered except today. This is disappointing since I am a local.

I recently had lunch at La Cocina Mexicana, and had the chile relleno plato. It was delicious…read more Service was good, and they have homemade tortillas. I will definitely go back.

We came on a Friday evening and luckily there was parking and it wasn't packed. We were seated…read moreimmediately - chips and salsa 10/10, chips taste homemade. The menu has something for everyone - I got the chile relleno plate and to my surprise this came with 2 which was a lot, so I had some to go. Pricing is fair as my dish was $24 and smaller plates than this are far more expensive. The horchata is also delicious. Service was ok - the server didn't check up on us, he was only ever present when taking our order and dropping off food.

Definitely a busy and lively spot. I wouldn't mind coming back again, that's for sure. They have…read moredeals on certain day so of the week and we went here on a Tuesday for their taco tuesdays. They got a wide selection of Mexican food and the street tacos (and regular tacos) were the reasons for our visit. The food is pretty good. A little on the pricier side but you're also in the Riviera in Redondo Beach. The ambiance is nice. Great vibes. Laid back, nice spot to relax and socialize. Their drink menu is pretty wide as well. Solid margaritas here. Given how busy they were, it took us some time to put in our order but we couldn't get mad at their waitstaff. They were very busy handling all the tables. Overall, this is a solid spot and I'd love to come back!

If Modern means Bland then yes. They got something going here. Probably should not assume food is…read moregood or going to taste the way you imagine. Best of the bunch. Today was the asada vVda burrito. Deassada was fresh, tender and juicy with lots of flavor. All the other ingredients blended well. It was on a smaller side but just enough. Albondigas was the worst of the order. It was hardly a soup that brought savory broth feeling and tender meatballs that comfort you. Instead the broth was super bland, meatballs were flavorless and too firm to cut with the. Had lots of veggies which was a plus if you like sweet with veggies which I do. I just wish they were also tender, swimming and good broth. Most restaurant serve fresh chips and salsa which they did. Complimentary chips were hard. This also was too heavy on oregano. Ordered some guacamole but had to ounce for them to cook fresh tosadas so we could eat with the guac instead of the hard chips. $14 wasn't too bad for the price and the portion. I did enjoy the one fish taco that I ordered. Was huge portion but stacked so high that you could barely close the tortilla. This is the first time I bought a flour. Tortilla worked well for the taco. It was also bland but I was able to salvage it with some of their spicy salsa that I requested. Places are heavy on the alcohol and drink menu which likely is a draw. I actually really love the Paloma which was non-alcoholic. However, the food must meet the mark and today I am sad to say it missed on several points For my standards. I really did appreciate the staff who were all very helpful, super friendly and did their best to accommodate all of our asks. The location is nice right on the Redondo Beach strip with so many food options to choose from.