La Paz Restaurant

I'm not usually a Mexican food person, but this place is the exception. Every time I'm in Manhattan…read morebeach , I have to come here. The food is so good that I always order extra to take home! I also highly recommend trying their enchiladas and tacos if you come here--you definitely don't want to miss them!

Looking for a lowkey place to eat off the Manhattan Beach strip, with a party of eight needing…read moreseparate checks (work dinner), good food, not too busy, good vibe. Check check and double check. El Sombrero did exactly that plus more. They handled our group beautifully as some of us came and went. Food was delicious. Chips and salsa kept coming. Service was super friendly. A little slow because there were tables outside that needed attending too. Carmen was wonderful. Thank you taking care of us, Carmen! Limited selection on alcohol and no TVs for sports. But sometimes that's exactly what you need. It allowed us to focus on each other. Most of the time at work, we're on zoom calls. It was nice to actually be face to face. Clean solo bathrooms. Parking is tough. But hey it's Manhattan Beach, you'll figure it out. Worth a stop! Enjoy.

Excellent Mexican food. Service was amazing! Nice job!

This thang bigger than a hulk hand. Ground beef frenzie

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4.2(521 reviews)

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Went here for happy hour to watch the World Cup and it was great!…read more We sat in the patio which does fill up quick and there are a couple of small TVs on each side. As for the food/drinks, the happy hour was such a great deal. We got to try the mushroom choriqueso (which was our favorite item), Al Pastor tacos, taquitos, shrimp ceviche and two Mercado margaritas. All of this for about $70! Everything tasted great and came out super quick too. Service was absolutely amazing. Everyone's always checking up on you, making sure you're doing okay and there was never a time we were waiting on anything too long. (Note: this was on a Saturday at 5pm happy hour during the Brazil game) Definitely would come back!

Mercado is a decent fast paced dinner atmosphere. The greetings at the door are fine and…read moreconversation with our server was fine. The food is the only thing really that compels me to come back. I enjoyed the Jicama tacos, they were perfectly plated and I was not expecting the tortilla to be subtitled with the actual Jicama, I was expecting a garnish but was happily surprised at the twist. The shrimp was seasoned very lightly which helped further enjoyment of the garnishes and whatever sauce was the finisher on the tacos. NOTE, the order only came with two, you can add another for an upcharge. The Carne Asada plate was just fine, took one bite and decided the dish was nothing out of the ordinary which was fine but after the excitement that the Shrimp Taco plate gave me, I was hoping for a fun twist on a traditional plate as well. Did not seem worth the $38 in my opinion. Ordered the marinated Cauliflower as a sharing side, that was fine. A tad over seasoned but not the biggest crime on the table. Garnished with chives unlike the description on the menu stating it came with pineapple and cilantro. Overall the dinner was again, just fine. I might go back for the Shrimp Taco plate but that might just be it.

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Coliflor al Pastor

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4.5(2.6k reviews)

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Courtney is absolutely excellent at what he does! The best service I've had in years! Truly…read moreattentive, great memory, kept my cup filled and my experience rich. The food was amazing, but the service was the best compliment to my taste buds. Thank you and you'll see me again!

Serafina was amazing and checked on us very often. There was a big party that night and she let us…read moreknow our food was going to be coming out a little late and she let us know when it was coming out. I was torn between getting the pork and pineapple tacos or the shrimp and lobster enchiladas and she recommended the shrimp and lobster enchiladas. It was amazing and delicious and did not disappoint. I definitely recommend asking for Serafina to be your waitress 10/10. The ambiance was very nice and quiet upstairs as well.

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•$$$

Amazing food and even better service. Can't go wrong with the apps. Shout out to our waiter Ben!…read moreWe'll be back

My partner and I happened to come across this wonderful restaurant searching via Yelp for highly…read morerated restaurants. It did not disappoint. In fact, visiting from the East Coast, the combination of the casual but chic atmosphere paired with incredible food and unparalleled service made it one of our highlights while visiting. The short rib taquitos stood out as one of my favorites dishes during my entire stay on the West Coast, and the Churros were the perfect exclamation point to an already wonderful meal. The bartenders were friendly and accommodating, and our server Ben was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and impressively attentive to my high maintenance wife. Shout out Ben, thank you for dealing with Brooke and her shenanigans. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys great food with a great vibe.

Bryan Thee bartender

Chilaquiles

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Honestly probably our favorite restaurant in the south bay…read more.... Food is 10/10 Service is 10/10 - Much love to Rene behind the bar and Jose our server was also amazing! Ambiance - clean , open restaurant . Bar is a cool lil vibe as well Highly Recommend and we continue coming back again and again :)

Glad I was able to check this place out during Dine LA!…read more Side street non metered parking, there is some lots in the area. Lots of inside and outside seating. Reservations available on RESY. Service was just okay. Nothing great or memorable about it. Our poor server was also the hostess running back & forth. She was so busy we felt a little abandoned in the beginning (no fault to her) Dine LA food was just okay too. We got 3 tacos and a side for $15 which wasn't a bad deal. The shrimp tacos were the best tasting of the 3 different types listed on the menu. Not sure I'd come back, but it wasn't bad. Just okay.

Exquisite bathroom

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El Tarasco

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1.7 mi

El Tarasco is in Manhattan Beach. There are a few of them, but this is the first one and the best…read more It is a little place with mostly counter seating. You can eat there, get it to go or have delivery. The place is old, but well maintained and really cute. They make you feel at home there. The service is great. They are fast and your meal is served hot and perfect. It has the best Mexican food in Manhattan beach. Parking can be a bear, but you will fine a spot on the street. You may need to walk uphill a bit. It is right next to the Manhattan Beach Pier and there are great places to walk. The food is amazing. We love all of it, but their enchiladas with rice and beans are the best and they make a great burrito. They also have super guacamole and their beverage selection is great. They do not have a full bar. We love this place.

This place gets two stars from me because the food is actually good. If I'm ever in the area, I…read morewill literally have a taste for it. So like yesterday, I decided to stop by and grab a burrito, but unfortunately, this will be the last time. I usually visit this location with my dad. He's been coming to this location since before I was born and I'm damn near 40. But this time I came alone and the place was packed. They don't have a big seating area. It's like a bar with about four seats to the right and four seat seats to the left so it doesn't accommodate many people, so people order to go. And that was my plan. I walk in and the server (with his chef at and money taped to it) and I grab the same menu. He allows me to have it, and he grabs another and gives it to one of the customers. I say all this to say that he definitely knows exactly when I arrived. However, A white man walks up less than a minute later and for some reason he decides to ask him if he ready to order, as if I'm invisible. This was the second time that this happened to me today and God knows how many times has happened to me in life. So at some point, I just have to stop ignoring the fact that Black people aren't welcome in certain spaces. Maybe we are by law, but not at all met with respect! That is all!

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3.8(1.3k reviews)

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Awesome restaurant. Great service. Every time I've been there it has been a wonderful experience.read more

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Zacatecas Restaurant

4.6(3.3k reviews)

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This was a fantastic first experience! The entire staff is very friendly and are able to help with…read moreany questions that are asked. The chips are salsa that arrive when you are seated are very good. It is hard to stop munching on them. I ordered the carne asada deluxe burrito which comes with red sauce to make it wet. The red sauce tastes delicious and fresh. It does not taste canned, which is great! The burrito is stuffed with beans, rice, carne asada, and some lettuce. It was great. The red salsa is not spicy. They did provide a green salsa on the side when I asked for it that was very spicy and delicious! I do wish the parking was not as limited and tight, but this place is worth a visit.

Zacatecas serves homey Mexican food of great flavor & portion at a great price. We've visited…read moreseveral times with different groups of family and friends, and everyone has enjoyed it. Yesterday, we had the Steak Rancheros which had such tender steak and veggies, and Shrimp Rancheros which was also tasty :) We also shared the strawberry margarita which was nice on a warm evening. Service is fast and efficient, and staff are friendly. There's a small parking lot for the strip mall's shared businesses, but we usually don't have a hard time finding a spot!

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Palmilla Cocina Y Tequila

4.5(2.5k reviews)

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My wife and I decided to sit on the patio vs the bar today and Peter took care of us, what a great…read moredude. Appreciated his hospitality and would request his section.

Parking can be impossible on the weekend but the food is great…read more It right next to the pier The servers are very friendly and accommodating I got the vegan enchiladas and it was pretty delicious I didn't like the quinoa that much but the rice and enchilada were great Also got the queso fundido which was delicious too

Wall lighting

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La Rosa Smoky margarita

El Sombrero #2

4.0(236 reviews)

3.5 mi

Excellent Mexican food. We ordered the Taquitos Plate and as well as the Cheese Enchilada/Tamale…read morePlates. The entrees are always prepared fresh. Chips n salsa is on point. The service is consistently great. The vibe is very casual. The restaurant usually will have a sports event playing on the big screen.

Sorry guys, this place is a definite MISS. Fish and shrimp burritos are 90% rice/beans 5% bell…read morepepper and 5% actual meat! Service was decent but how can they look at you with a straight face and charge you $55 for two burritos and a cheese quesadilla? The cheese quesadilla alone is $14 and probably costs about three bucks all in all to make at home. That seaside tax is a serious thing.!! I can't imagine how much they are paying to lease that place that is driving up the cost of their food to astronomical areas. I didn't even get chips. I got a bunch of tostadas. What part of Mexico are these people from? Save your appetite and fast there are hundreds of places better than this in the Mecca of Mexican food that is Southern California. No gracias!

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Ben H.

15 years ago

I have started a blog dedicated to finding a better lunch in and around El Segundo. Check it out: http://aerolunch.blogspot.com/ La Paz has been at various locations around El Segundo for over 30 years. Currently it's tucked into a non-descript strip mall on a side street in El Segundo. There aren't any other restaurants around so it is easy to miss. The restaurant itself is your standard hole-in-the-wall, family run place. La Paz looks like a great place to find authentic Mexican food and it does not disappoint. The chips and salsa came fast and was delicious. It is the thin spicy kind of salsa that I love. Prices are cheap, too (burritos starting at $4.50 and combination plates $7-9), but I thought the menu was arranged oddly. They have a section of Wet Burritos (7 choices) and a section of Dry Burritos (17 choices). I am used to picking out my burrito and then deciding if I want it wet or not. Under Wet Burritos, they have the Super Deluxe with a nice set of accouterments (rice, beans, lettuce, guacamole, and cheese). Sounds great (and only $6), but it is served with ground beef. When given a choice, who the heck chooses to put ground beef in their burrito (you know who you are - and yes I am talking about you)? Luckily they happily let us substitute the meat choice. The chicken was good, but the shredded beef was better. It is slowly stewed with bell peppers and onions until it falls apart. Who wouldn't want to find that inside their burrito? I wasn't very impressed with the sauce on the outside of the burrito. There was too much of it and kind of tasted like it came out of a can. I was impressed with the big scoop of guacamole on top. They give you plenty and you never can have too much guacamole. All in all it was a good lunch at a great price. 4 stars. read more

Craig C.

126

2 years ago

As a Restaurant accountant, at Taxcap, I value efficiency and quality, and this fast food restaurant delivers both. The service is quick and friendly, making it a great spot for a fast and satisfying meal. The menu offers a variety of tasty options, all prepared fresh. The portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable. The staff is helpful and efficient, ensuring that orders are accurate and served promptly. The restaurant is clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant dining environment. Overall, this is a fantastic place for a quick, tasty meal. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for quality fast food and great service. I'll definitely be back! read more

Gerald S.

143

13 years ago

This was the go to place while in college when we wanted to splurge or celebrate a special occasion. Used to be located on Main Street. We would always get the Guadalajara carnitas and a pitcher of beer and it was pure bliss. Took my daughter there today and ordered the carnitas. They brought out some triple fried over cooked dry shreds of something. You would not feed that to your family or friends why would you feed that to us. If you are going to claim to make carnitas make us proud. Pretty disappointing. The rice and beans were delicious as they have been for the last 30 years. read more

Susan S.

2 years ago

came out from a different state wanted some food order a carne asada that is price $21 you get a small piece of skirt steak and kid size rice when I told him to do double rice because I asked for no beans or salad and my daughter order a tostada de asada and these people gave a tostada that rather then meat was nothing but fat of the meat and with no side it cost $15.25 they are crazy will not recommend read more

Jill T.

6 years ago

This place is such a staple in the South Bay! Love their food and Salsa! If you like mild spicy salsa, this is your place! It feels like family when you eat there! The staff is always warm and welcoming and the food never disappoints. I always get their enchiladas and chicken tacos! read more

Connor L.

2 years ago

La Paz Mexican Restaurant is a vibrant and welcoming spot! The service is always fast, and the staff are incredibly friendly. The colorful atmosphere makes it such a great place to enjoy a delicious meal with good people. Highly recommend! read more

Antonio L.

11 years ago

I've had the menudo and Chile verde burrito from this place and they are really good. They hook it up with a bag of chips and spicy salsa with your order too. Will definitely be coming back often. read more

Brian R.

8 years ago

Great food and service. The food was hot and fresh, no problems at all here. Would definitely come here again and would recommend anyone in the area to check this place out! read more

Vernon S.

15 years ago

Not fancy, but great food at low prices! This is a popular neighborhood hangout, located just a few blocks from Sepulveda (and LAX shuttle hotels). read more

Kiley M.

15 years ago

MY favorite restaurant in El Segundo. I would spend my last dollar here! Luis is always our server and is very attentive. I love the salsa :) read more

Joshua A.

8 years ago

Excellent tasting food, decent service. The California burrito is small but tastes amazing! Surprisingly no taco Tuesday specials at all.

Charlie C.

10 years ago

Fair priced for good food. I doubt you will ever leave hungry, broke or sick. I have tried most of the food and really dig the fish tacos.

Terri B.

8 years ago

The food was not anything special. Back in the day this place was great but not any longer. Would not recommend or be be returning.

Alejandra H.

8 years ago

Service was very good, everyone so nice. The good was delicious and the hot green sauce was very good and spicy

chrisi a.

7 years ago

Good not bad. I always order the ground beef burrito. It's simple nothing crazy. Parking lot is always free.

Megan M.

4 years ago

I have been coming here for the last 20 years and it's always good! The food is great and so is the service!

derric b.

172

12 years ago

I come here for the Chili Relleno in remembrance of my Dad. He use to come here on his lunch breaks

Diane L.

Elite 19

106

16 years ago

The chicken tacos are fantastic! Love,love, love them. I also love the salsa. It is hot and good.

Rachel M.

109

9 months ago

They're unfortunately closed due to construction right now - can't wait for them to reopen!

Chop ..

8 years ago

Very good service, good green spicy salsa, good beer, positive environment, safe area

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