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    La Palma

    4.4 (206 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    William G.

    5 stars, authentic Mexican food with such nice owners served like joyful grandmas cómo abuelita. We ordered the tácitos and Burris tacos with a consomé that was awesome, fresh and tasty. No need to go to the bigger places this is home style cooking.

    Yrdyl S.

    If you're looking for authentic, homemade Mexican food that truly hits the spot--La Palma is it! I ordered takeout for my family, and every single person was impressed--it was so good! The flavors are rich, comforting, and absolutely worth the visit. And on top of that, the owners are some of the kindest people you'll ever meet--so sweet and generous. They even gave us a little extra, which just shows how much they care about their customers. Affordable, delicious, and made with heart-- La Palma is a true hidden gem. Highly recommend supporting this amazing small business!

    Carne asada burrito

    My son and I were passing by and saw this place. So we decided to stop and check it out. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the beautiful people within the establishment. The food is amazing and people are very hospitable!

    Carnitas taco with homemade tortilla.
    John R.

    Driven by this place for 25 years. I'm glad I stopped today! Placed was packed, food was excellent. and I loved it!

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    Anthony L.

    This restaurant has two locations and I personally like this location the best. This place has a more traditional family vibe felt like I was home with my Tia's, mother and abuela in the kitchen. The service is amazing and food is delicious. The other location was to corporate and extremely rude and unprofessional. The only downside is this place is cash only and the seating is limited inside. Get your cash ready prior to arriving. The parking is dirt so when it's windy expect dust or raining expect mud but very spacious even for even trucker to park. This place tends to get busy so be prepared to wait; worth it! This building looks like a shack and a bit run down but this is definitely a diamond in the rough. They serve homemade tortillas and let me say it was definitely delicious. Bet you can't just order one serving? 3 nice size tortillas per serving very authentic Mexican food, reminded me of Aguascalientes, Mexico. I would honestly say if going off the various recommendations of either for or against this place to each their own. I personally recommend based off my the family experiences who have been coming here for years and current visit. I would say come in and try it for yourself it's definitely worth it. Lots of recommendations everyone commenting can be be valid and some nitpicking. Either way I hope the owners capitalize on some of these recommendations e.g. placing an ATM here more money for the business as customers might not to return and risk finding another place to dine.

    Menudo

    As usual the service and food are Excellent!!! The homestead feeling of warmth and good vibes are like no other ! Thank you Lucy once again! We love you and your family. Blessings

    Huevos a la mexicana
    Claudia P.

    Went to have breakfast at our favorite place la Palma of course we had to get the chicharon home made tortillas delicious I got the huevos a la mexicana nubby got his chilaquiles !! Just and fyi they now take debit !!! Service was great as always

    Huevos con Chorizo

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    This is a jewel to have available at the end of Palmdale practically. The workers are nice and the food is great.

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    I had the tacos and they have to be the best that I had so far in the AV ! I had one of each yes I'm a fat boy but very delicious

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