The pambazos are great and so are the sopes, haven't gotten to go too much during the pandemic so that's unfortunate, but their food does taste like authentic mexican food read more

I had a very good feeling about Licha's. I felt maybe that it was even "Grail" material. I mean it had all those little telltale signs: A little out of the way (for us). Really small, almost a "hole in the wall" kind of place. A little inconvenient (only open until 6:00PM). Good recommendations by trusted Yelpers. Things were really adding up in Licha's favor I thought. We even made the effort to come back after arriving just barely too late one day (before we knew they're only open until 6). In the end it just didn't do it for me. Not that the food was bad. It was ok. It was different even. And I LOVE different! But it was just different. Not really special though. I apologize to my Yelp friends who had motivated me to go there by giving it such high praise. Perhaps it's just a style of food that isn't my favorite. That must be it. The fresh made corn tortillas were good. But not the best I've ever had. The salsa was good, and different. But not such that I would return because of it. My wife's Chile Relleno was good, ho hum. The beans were cold. What?! Maybe because we got there at 4:30? Maybe it's the style? Sorry. No cold beans for me. The gentleman who was our server was congenial. My Mulitas was good, if not a little bland. The fresh made corn tortillas made it better than average. The Horchata was good. Very smooth. Actually I prefer the grittier type. Maybe just because it seems more authentic to me. I really don't know much about Horchata. But I do know what kind of food I really like. Actually I know a lot about that. This wasn't it. read more

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Excelent food, it cannot get more authentic than this. Lately they have some issues with the credit card payment, but the food is so good that I don't mind going to an atm first. My recommendation Torta de asada Enchiladas verdes Pozole Caldo de res I still need to try more stuff read more

Licha's Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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Authentic Mexican food, The place is little but food is amazing you can have salsa and chip for free. read more

Small place with big flavor packed in every bite! Used to come here with my parents a lot. The owner and the cooks are very nice and welcoming. You'd be surprised by how many people they talk to as if they were life long friends. The food itself is very delicious. The mulitas are huge and delicious! One can keep your tummy satisfied for several hours. The sincronizadas will make your tastebuds explode (in a good way!) from all the flavor from the combination of ham and melted cheese, crisp lettuce, and some dollops of sour cream and sprinkled cheese to top it off! The chilaquiles are crisp and the salsa is tingly, enough to make your nose run but still delicious! I asked eggs to be cooked longer since they were a tad too runny for my liking. Overall, a delicious tiny little gem. A lot of people do order take out because as previously stated, it's a small place. read more

My mechanic at Kike's Auto highly recommended this small hole-in-a-wall while I wait for my car. Had the huevos rancheros for brunch. Added chorizo. Oh man. The red sauce was so good. Had a little spice. Best of all was the homemade corn tortillas. I'm not a fan of corn tortillas but this one I love read more

Licha's Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Great food great service! Everything tastes home made. I feel sad knowing i won't go as much because I no longer work around the corner

For one quesadilla n one panbazo almost $40 dollars ikw everything Is expensive at this times but. Don't be ambitious like that n put the prices where the people can see it read more

Bomb as heck! I have had the chillequiles, tacos de adobada (like Al pastor) tostada's, and tortas and everything is soooo good. Go check it out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Come here if you want an intimate and authentic Mexican food dining experience. This place is definitely on the small side, with a small parking lot and a dining room with only a few tables. All of the other customers that came in here were of Hispanic descent so you know that the taste of the food is traditional tasting. I love their chip and salsa here that are provided in the beginning of your meal. The salsa has the right amount of good heat to it, and you just want to keep eating and eating it. I ordered the Chicken burrito and it was delicious. It tasted more homemade than the burritos at other Mexican places. And it was a good sized portion so it really fills you up! They also offer Mexican Coke here, which uses real sugar instead of high fructose corn syrup that is found in America's Coke. It costs more but the taste is better than what you are normally accustomed to. Overall, a quaint place to enjoy some Mexican goodness. read more

Very authentic. I think. Everything that can be homemade is homemade. No fountain drinks at all. No Coke, Sprite, beer or margaritas. Only horchata, jarritos, mundet, etc.....But, I got the carne asada sope & it was excellent. The complimentary salsa that comes with chips is not the chunky tomato salsa I'm used but I like it, it's homemade too. No Wifi, there are exactly 4 parking spots but all in all we will come back. No one speaks any English. At all. But I was able to roll through with my embarrassingly bad Spanish (embarrassing bcuz I'm half Mexican) Cash only & the phone # on the menu is disconnected. They have a new #, it's 323-388-2920 for to-go orders (the owners cell #) Support small local business!! read more

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Did not like the chips served when you arrive. Did not like the chilaquiles that were made with the same chips! Nothing to brag about! Chips seem to be stale and old. There was a piece of egg shell and hair in my eggs! Did not eat! Service OK! My son had to wait extra long for his food.....payed way too much for poor quality food! read more

Driven by here for years and finally stopped in. Small, holds about 20 people and parking lot holds 3 cars. I like small little mom and pop places. Quiet so you can actually hold a conversation though my wife is now hooked on the same novela that seems to be on the tv when we dine. I've had the chicken burrito which has grilled chicken along with other yummy ingredients. I've also enjoyed the carnitas and asada in the torta. Torta comes loaded with avocado and more. Real table cloths greet you along with fresh, hot chips and the salsa arrives with a little spoon floating on top. Soda is served in a can but they bring an iced mug. Very nice touch. I asked for water and was brought a very tall iced glass mug! Yay! Mom and pop don't bother you so you can dine as if you're in a family dining room. We will definitely return and try other menu items. read more

I work in Hawthorne and try to come to Licha's at least twice a week. My favorite part about the place is their attention to detail. The owners make sure that you're promptly served and make sure that you have plenty of their fresh chips and salsa. The chips are always perfectly warm, and the salsa always comes with a spoon resting neatly on top. The restaurant itself is clean, and is always decorated for the appropriate season/type of year. I came in today to discover it decorated with poinsettia table cloths. I literally feel like I'm eating lunch at the Mexican cousin I never had's country side home in the hills of Guadalajara... Then there's the food. Always made with fresh ingredients, the food is traditional and delicious. Not greasy and bland like what you'll get at most Mexican places. My favorite are the Steak Mulitas that are cooked with their homemade tortillas. Last, this place is really inexpensive for the service and quality of food you get. Licha's has a warm place in my heart! read more

So...don't blink as you drive by. This place is basically a large living room with a kitchen and there are only 5 parking spots. We came here because of the Yelp reviews and we will definitely be back. The drinks are served in very large (and very heavy) glasses. Keep that in mind when you are ordering an horchata (which is well spiced and not too sweet). We ordered Tortas de milanesa and pollo (chicken). While I can tell you the insides of the Torta were delicious (and they were), it was the bread that was a stand out. It was soft and added an element of flavor that is very often missing in tortas from other locations. We are excited to go back and try sincronizadas and a pombazo. read more

I tried placing an order over there phone and guy tried charging 18$ for two sopes. He tried rushing me off the phone the whole time and I had to ask for my total. VERY SKETCHY. EXTREMELY DISHONEST. MAKE SURE TO ASK FOR YOUR TOTAL IF YOU INSIST ON BUYING. read more

This is one of my go to Mexican food restaurants , I'm Mexican myself so I know good Mexican when I try it, this is as close to home as it gets! Even their milk shakes are amazing ! This is not your typical white washed Mexican food place, they really make everything taste home made. They also cater to my new vegan diet, the lady who takes the orders is so nice .. just ask for no egg items and no cheese .. still amazing! read more

I ALWAYS order hard shell bean tacos. Today, they gave me soft she'll Carne asada tacos & all I hear is, "I sorry, ohhhh, I sorry." 1st off, they really should learn ENGLISH or have at least 1 English-speaking employee! It's an inconvenience to have to go back, not to mention have no lunch while working. Their food is good, when they get your order right, after taking 15 minutes to explain to them your order over the phone!!!!! I'm going back after work 2 get my refund. read more

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Very unorganized. It's so sad because it seems like it could be a decent little place. The best thing about my experience was the café de olla. Please don't order the chilaquiles. Those need to be off the menu. For one, they're watery and covered with Parmesan cheese-the gross smell of who knows what type of cheese was overpowering. Although, yes, they do have homemade tortillas, preference was given to the patrons they already know. Tortillas are delicious but the chilaquiles suck. I would have given at least a two rating, but I felt quite underrated myself during this (and most likely my last) experience at Licha's. read more

Terrible service. I finally walked out after waiting 35 minutes for some eggs. Mind you, everyone who came in after me were eating. It speaks volumes, I was the only white guy in there. Terrible!! read more

Working in Hawthorne today, craved a burrito, Yelp helped me. Got a chicken fajita burrito and it was on point. I like that they sauté the onions and peppers before throwing it in the burrito. Place was bomb and owners were very nice. read more

open now for take out only. Asada Burritos tastes great. Salsa sauce very spicy and good. Love it!

Overall, an excellent lunch spot. It's a (very) small, family run restaurant with a limited menu, but the food was great. The chips and espectially the corn tortillas were super fresh tasting, and almost too hot to hold for long. Corn tortillas at other restaurants sometimes taste like they are dry and bland (like they've been sitting out all day) but the corn tortillas here were super moist and a little bit sweet...best tortillas ever! I tried the Milanesea (breaded steak) which was excellent. Nicely seasoned and cooked just the right amount. Tender enough to cut with a fork. Also, the portion size was perfect for lunch, not too much, but enough to fill you up. read more

This place does not shy away from healthy servings if you know what I mean... Oh, and yes. Their horchata is amazing! Don't think that they're trying to compensate for a lack of taste...they're just willing to share! ;) read more

Great customer service when you place your order by phone !! End the best part they have your oder on time So no worries.. l definitely recommend this restaurant The food is very good!! read more

This absolutely the best Mexican torta de milanesa place in the city. I would have said county but I haven't tried all the places. Only prob with this place is it's small. Reminds me of Acapulco. The occasional skipping CD song just at to their street cred. Also cash only. Only writing this review cause I'm moving outta town. The only better dish they have is barbacoa, w handmade tortillas, ultra authentic. Edit: removed image read more

This is a great Mexican food restaurant I love this food I'm a loyal customer I always come and eat here and try all the food they have I will be coming here and recommending it to many people simply the best bomb.com read more

I've lived around the corner from this fine establishment for close to 2 years and have never been in once, until today. I can't believe I've never been, it was awesome!!! I've only eaten the super burrito (carne adobado) and it was great. I love generous portions and great quality when it comes to food and this place provides both. I could barely finish it. It was also only $5.95 and worth every penny. The place is small but packs a big punch. There's barely anywhere to sit and there's not much parking (like 5 parking spots). If you can't find either, take it to go, eat at the park, do what you must, it's worth the effort. There's much more to explore on the menu and as someone once stated, "I'll be back!" read more

I'm happy to be the duke here. I really enjoy the food - the veggie burrito is my favorite - and the service is excellent. I feel at home here, as if my mom was making my favorite comfort food. It's great for lunches as they always serve the food quickly. read more

Licha's Restaurant - Veggie burrito with complimentary chips and salsa. - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I highly recommend this place if you are a foodie like me. It is very tricky. Very Different. All sauces, tortillas, are home made. Great salsa. It's small, so you have to be ready for that. I can't wait to take my GF with me and go back. Licha and husband Ariel make it a very down home experience. I must. read more

Foods pretty good, service is just horrible the man who was taking our order didnt wait for us to finish when he walked away, proceeds to do other stuff eventually comes back out and when he returns starts cutting vegetables or some kind of food without washing his hands, lastly the man is openly drinking a beer "modelo" as he places it in the cutting board they have, on the other while they dont not serve alcoholic beverages here its shameful to have clients and be drinking...I can say it is pretty unsanitary to do so.. read more

This place is delicious. My girlfriend and myself love coming here atleast once a week. We live right down the street. However their combination plates were $8.95 before. The price didn't go up by a few dollars, it went up to almost $15 per plate. We're done with this place now. Overall the food is great. Just the insane price now. If they are trying to make ends meet. Better marketing is the better choice, not doubling the price. read more

Delicious tiny little restaurant but the food was great I ordered huevos rancheros divorciados and a pompaso. Loved it !! Can't wait to taste there other plates of food. read more

Licha's Restaurant - Delicious pompaso - Mexican Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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The ladie here is very nice But the food and drinks are not . sorry to say but its not i spend alnost 32 dollars for two wet burritos and enchiladas and a small horchata it was okay not really im salvadorian and i can make better mwxican food and horchata hers was just basically arroz con leche just strained or bleneded i honestly will never come here again her salsa was horibble made the food even worse Theres nothing like a home cooked meal especially simple things like this but she made me never wanna go out to eat again i couldve gone to famous daves if i was gonna spend that much or even chilis 2 for 20 wouldve been better Idk how she has all these 4 and 5 star reviews read more

I was craving a good Mexican breakfast and I am happy to say I found the spot. Got the chilaquiles with 2eggs yummy

I really like Licha's. It a small and friendly restaurant that is family run. I have been a customer here for 5 years or so. I have only had the Torta Milanesa which is basically a sandwich made with a thin breaded meat fillet, lettuce, tomato, jalapeño, refried beans and cheese and guacamole. Most Mexican food places have tortas. But not every one makes milanesa. The sandwich is big and the fillet is crispy on the outside and tender inside. Other places make it greasy, but not Lichas. I would love to try some of there other dishes, but That torta seems to call me. read more

Fantastic Mexican food. Authentic flavor! Love this little place only negative thing is they don't take cards anymore. My favorite are the torras, barbacoa on the weekends and the mulitas read more

Food was delicious and the owners are so friendly. The parking lot only fits 6 cars and it's located at a tricky intersection. I got the torta de milenesa to go and they included the chips (that would have came with the meal if I ordered In). But, they didn't give me any salsa so I asked the lady from the kitchen to give me extra salsa and she gave me a look.. and she only gave me ONE small salsa cup bregrudgingly. For both my torta and chips? I was a bit annoyed, especially since they weren't super busy. Aside from the cramped parking and the stinginess of salsa this place was authentic and delicious. read more

Too expensive didn't even eat my menudo it was flavorless and no meat at all not worth it it used to be really good a year ago but something has gone terribly wrong... ALSO CASH ONLY.... my mom got a huarache no meat either my dad ordered red enchiladas got green ones not too good Either just all wrong.... won't be coming back read more

This place is the REAL DEAL. I rarely leave Yelp reviews but after trying the carne asada burrito here and the homemade Horchata, I knew I had to let other people know about this gem. This place is small (+/- 8 tables / fit around 30 people) but don't let the size fool you. They put out some very authentic Mexican food. The carne asada is top notch. It's very lean with no gristle or fat. The flavor is great as well. The beans and Mexican rice they put inside the burrito are 100% homemade and the flavor is perfect. I think the flour tortilla was also homemade. It was heated perfectly and had a slight crispiness which I thought perfectly rounded out the meal. With regards to the Horchata, don't miss out. Unlike most Mexican places that use the powered drink mix or syrup, this stuff is homemade. The flavor is perfect and you can taste the love that went into making it. Some tips, 1) Parking is tough, there are some good spots on the side streets. 2) It's cash only and there is no ATM inside 3) The chips and salsa are to die for 4) My order was around $9 which given the quality of the food, I thought was a steal Go give this place a try! read more