I stayed at USC hotel so I decided to give this place a try since I heard about it from YouTube…read more The place is inside a food hall and shares tables with the other restaurants. The line went outside the building, but it moved decently fast. After ordering you get a number and they will deliver the food to your table. I got a variety of their tacos. Each taco had a unique twist to it, and tasted really good. They also had a cool black tortilla which had a nice texture. I especially like the fried fish one as it had a mellow yet delicious flavor. I also got their cheap chips, and that as well worth the price. Definitely give this place a shot. It does match up to the hype.

Food - All the raw seafood was excellent. Really fresh and the fish pairings complemented each…read moreother well with their flavors. The tuna ceviche stood out to me the most and worth trying. The kanpachi tostada was also great, and the uni with scallop was a nice pairing. Fish tacos were good but not as memorable as the raw dishes. Also tried the smoked kanpachi taco but again not outstanding compared to the raw seafood. Their sauces were also good but spicy! The light brown one had a unique flavor to it and was my favorite but also the spiciest so be aware. Price - On the higher end as expected from a Michelin 1 star, but the quality on the raw dishes justifies it. Wouldn't say every dish is worth the price, but most of them were good. Ambience - This is a food hall setup, you order at the counter, get a number, and they'll bring your food to you. Lines can get long, especially since it seems busy most days now. If the wait isn't worth it, there are other solid-looking vendors in the same food hall to check out. Parking - Small paid lot on site, or street parking nearby. It's also next to a DMV in which you can park after 6pm-ish (would double check the signs)

What a surprise! My friend and I visited for restaurant week…read moreand I'd give it a 9/10! The drive there was a bit iffy due to location but surprisingly the street that the restaurant is on was clean and felt pretty safe! I chose to park on the street but I'd advise to valet ($15) for safety purposes. We walked into a concrete built up newish area that had a brewery and another Michelin rated restaurant across the courtyard. The entire area was inviting! The restaurant felt like we took a dinner vacation to Cabo which was recipe for a relaxing evening! We ordered from the restaurant week menu which for us consisted of Ceviche, Guac w/delicious fresh tortilla fresh chips, whipped beans, snapper, bbq chicken, empanadas and basque cheesecake. All were great!.. we just wanted a larger portion of everything! I'd recommend and will definitely go again! I love restaurant week!

I made reservation few weeks in advance for Saturday 5:30pm dinner to try out Chef Antonia Lofaso's…read morerestaurant. Upon arriving at the restaurant block, I was so surprised to see it was in a spooky area. I was literally terrified to leave my car parked on the street. They had valet parking for $15 also. The restaurant itself looked super nice, beautiful interior and a huge bar in the middle. Some tables were in outdoor patio area too. The menu had bunch of small and large plates, alongside lots alcoholic and N/A drinks. I ordered the Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail that almost tested like a smoothie. The fried calamari, corn, empanadas, short rib tostada and chicken taco, all were good dishes but none of them were mind blowing. Prices were mostly fair. The service was really good. Our server did a wonderful job. All the dishes came out in short intervals. Overall a good location to have relaxing dining experience with friends and family.

The atmosphere and decor is lovely. The service was on…read morepoint, helpful. The food was very delicious! We will definitely be back for their drinks and food AND the music

Had a very nice dinner here with a work group. It was early in the week and early in the evening,…read moreso the place was pretty empty. It is a very nice venue with a pretty patio. They had a mojito happy hour with other options as well, so we had a few cocktails in the bar and then move to the table. Everyone seemed to like what they got, and I definitely enjoyed my seared tune. A really nice spot for a date, or really anything.

Came here and had a great experience. We tried a few pizzas along with some beer and wine, and…read moreeverything was really solid. Loved the intimate atmosphere, super cozy, perfect for a relaxed night out. Service was great and the team was on top of it, I forgot my servers name but he was awesome. I also love that they serve breakfast... definitely coming back to try more, but the breakfast burritos are 10/10! Overall, a really enjoyable spot with a great vibe.

1. There is no breakfast cafe vibe in this place. Instead of vibe, this place has many flies trying…read moreto land on our coffee cup and pastry. 2. There is breakfast Bruno in the menu in the yelp review, and that's why I went there. However, the coffee guy said they took Bruno from their menu 4-6 months ago. I highly recommend that the owner take a little time to update the online review and pictures. 3. The coffee table is sticky and dirty. We can see some jam left from last customer on the table. 4. This is the first breakfast cafe I went to served our expensive, cold and soggy pastries in a paper bowl. 5. The latte is cold as well. My husband has to pull his hot coffee to the latte to make it warm. 6. I chose this place because of online views. How can this place earn 5 full stars ?????? 7. At the end, I and my husband made a bet. This place will close in 18 months. Is there anyone bet together with us?

Came here for the first time on a Saturday night. Food was amazing, had the carne asada and the…read morehuitlacoche tacos as recommended by Jason, our server and it was sooo good. Also, Jason our server was very attentive and friendly and will be definitely coming back here for him. As an added bonus, the Latin house music vibes were on point too as background music. 5 stars!

Our waitress, Sarah, was very nice, polite, and attentive, which made the experience at Durango…read moreRestaurant even better. The Ensalada Duranguense and ribeye steak were the stars of the meal. The ribeye was excellent done perfectly and came with delicious extras definitely a five-star surprise. The drinks had great flavor, although, being Mexican, I prefer my drinks like my opinions: a little stiffer. They were good, but they could use a bit more alcohol. The tacos, however, were not a 5 for the price, at a fancy restaurant, I expected something special, but honestly, you're better off buying street tacos and saving your money. Don't order the tacos unless you enjoy paying premium prices for an experience that leaves you wishing you had gone to the taco truck. Overall, the service was great, the drinks were flavorful, and the Ensalada Duranguense and ribeye were fantastic. Just skip the tacos--and ask for Sarah if you visit!

My girlfriends and I came here for happy hour and dinner, and we had such a good first experience…read more The food was really good! We started with guacamole and chips and fish tacos, then shared a big platter with carne asada, grilled chicken, cheese, nopales, grilled cebollitas and more, along with rice and beans. There was plenty of food to share, everything came out beautifully presented, and everything we tried was delicious. We finished with the churros, which were also really good. The drinks were very well made and actually nice and strong! I appreciate that because so many places serve drinks that taste watered down, and that definitely wasn't our experience here. The restaurant itself is really cute and has some great signs and backgrounds for pictures. We got some really nice group photos for our social media, and one of the employees even volunteered to take a picture for us so we could all be in it, which was really sweet. Even the girls' restroom was super cute and nicely decorated. You can tell they put thought into the little details throughout the place. Our waitress, Marissa, was wonderful from beginning to end. She was sweet, attentive and made sure we were taken care of throughout the night. The other employees we interacted with were also very friendly and helpful. I'm really happy our first experience here was such a good one. I would definitely come back for another girls' night, but I could also see myself coming back with my husband and kids for a family dinner. Definitely a place I would recommend.

Celebrated a birthday here a couple days ago, first time trying it out. Parking is in rear and…read morethere is plenty!! We were seated pretty quickly and had no wait time for a party of 10. Host and waitress were really friendly. We ordered the calamari, molcajete with a Jamaica. Calamari: 5/5 This appetizer was a great way to start our celebration. It was crispy enough to keep you wanting more. The flavor wasn't too fishy and it was accompanied by some tasty dipping sauces. Would definitely order again. Molcajete: 4/5 A favorite at our table that was filled with so many protein options and a nice salsa to pair with. We loved the chicken, chorizo, and the queso!! The only reason it got a 4/5 was because the steak was waaaay too salty which made it hard to enjoy. The shrimp was a nice touch, also not too fishy and the bacon paired nicely. You can definitely taste a variety of flavors and it's also a big enough portion to share! Comes with beans and rice which we ended up splitting with our kiddos. Jamaica: 5/5 We loved the Jamaica here and it tastes very traditional. It doesn't taste like it's made from powder and comes in a huge glass cup. Not too sweet and the bold flavor of the hibiscus makes it hard to stop drinking! Loved it. Overall, a great place to dine in for celebrations or just for a nice dinner. Would definitely recommend if you're nearby. I hope to come back soon.

Or last night and Buena Park Anahiem area. What a find!!!!…read more We were so happy with this place. Service was amazing place was beautiful. We felt underdressed. Everybody was to the nines in their attire. The hostess was so friendly and welcoming. She sat us on a high table in the outside patio area. We didn't even have reservations but she still managed to make it happen. Our server was great (Migel) as well throughout the whole night he had about like maybe six or eight tables still managed to serve our table in an orderly manner, orders take drink orders and maintain it throughout the whole time we were there for dinner. Food here is so next level... The beautiful cuisine to match, so so delicious. Latin flare is alive and well here they had a live band from Miami. It was a cherry on top. It was PERFECT Definitely will be saving this place for future visits when in the area! Great food, service impeccable, and establishment clean, and well presented. Thanks for all make this place special. We enjoyed ourselves me and my family.thank you Migel for making it great.

Went to ISLA for lunch with a client. I've never really had Cuban food before, so I wasn't sure…read morewhat to expect, but the food was really good. We started with the ceviche and empanadas. The ceviche was a little sweet, which was different, but still really good. The empanadas were good too, we had the beef so next time i want to try a different protein I got the chicken sandwich. Pretty simple, but really good. The fires were good, i like the shoe string ones. My coworker got the habanero salmon and I tried some of hers. I was expecting it to be spicy, but it really wasn't. I don't have a high spice tolerance and it was fine for me. Service was okay, but the restaurant was clean and modern. Prices were pretty reasonable too, especially nowadays. Overall, good food, reasonable prices and for sure somewhere I'd go back to

Flavorful and authentic! I love this place so much and I love bringing my friends who have never…read morehad Colombian food before. The owners and employees are extremely kind. Great energy all around.

A neighborhood street vendor with fresh empanadas. We tried a few different ones and thought…read moreeverything was great, my fave was the papa carne empanadas (note that these are fried, not baked). I look forward to trying their arepas soon. You can check out their Instagram page for current info & more pictures/videos. They are located outside a laundromat and there are a few other street vendors next to them. They do have a few seats to sit and eat if you want it super fresh & crispy.

We have now been here three times and each time has been fabulous! This last time we came with…read moreXiomara as our server. She was super busy, but you wouldn't know it if you weren't watching. She was calm, attentive, and kind. The food has always been fabulous, tasty, just as described, and a menu that does not overwhelm. The drinks are outstanding! Old fashions, La Reina, etc. all are creative and the presentation stellar. High recommend.

Our first time here, Xiomara's service was great. Thank you for being so nice and attentive. Her…read moreservice made the experience great. The bussers and waitstaff are quick. Thank you. The carnitas taco came out soggy and the tortilla fell apart. The pescado was a small fish more breading than fish. I'd skip to be honest. Xiomara suggested the pasta à la diabla, I should have gone with that. The cheese burger on the other hand was cooked well and flavorful. Better choice than the tacos.

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!

My daughter had her wedding shower at Madre's and it was everything we imagined. The service was…read moreexcellent, the food and signature cocktails were great. All the guests were delighted and impressed with the atmosphere. A special touch is when the female Mariachi Band came into our party and entertained us .I would highly recommend Madre's for celebrating a special occasion.