Definitely the best in the South Bay and probably the best in LA. Good old down home really…read moredelicious food and chill vibes. Service is top notch. You won't be sorry. Portions can be massive!

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!

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.

Me and my family had an absolutely fantastic dining experience, largely thanks to our server,…read moreAdrian B!!. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and helpful with menu recommendations. Our drinks were never empty, and we felt so well taken care of. The Blackberry margaritas and Lobster Enchiladas were the best. We will definitely be back, and we hope to have Adrian B again !!

A friend from church shared La Villa's family takeout special with us, and that's how we discovered…read morethis little gem! We decided to stop in after church and give it a try. The restaurant is small, but we were able to get a table in the back corner. It was a little snug, but honestly, our hunger was more pressing. First up--the chips and salsa were THE BOMB! That salsa was so fresh, flavorful, and had just the right kick. I could have--and pretty much did--drink it. They also brought us a bowl of beans topped with crema, and my kids were practically fighting over them. My husband and kids ordered burritos: two steak, one chile verde, and one chorizo. They were a good size and were instantly devoured, which is always a good sign! I ordered their $11 special: an enchilada, chicken taco, beans, and rice. It was flavorful, filling, and straight-up OG Mexican food. I really enjoyed my entire plate, especially for the price. My only complaint was the noise level. We had a speaker directly over our table, so the music was pretty loud, and the table next to us was a little loud as well. It made conversation a bit difficult at times. But all in all, we will definitely be back! I'm so happy we discovered another Mexican restaurant to add to our rotation. Now, La Villa... I just need that salsa recipe! I need a few cups so I can drink it! I loved learning that they've been around since 1969.

We came for the first time and were confused by the menu. We had a family of 4 so wanted to order…read morethe family pack. Was told that was only for to-go. Ended up ordering burritos, tamales, enchiladas, hard and soft shell tacos, etc. - Tamales were the best. Meaty carnitas - burrito was next best. Meaty, not too much filling. I'm from NM so love the wet style. It bugged me that you have to pay extra for Christmas style. Who really likes getting charged for a lick of sauce? How much does that sauce really cost the business? Look, I walked away and I still remember you wanted to charge me some nominal fee for the sauce. I told my friends. Now I'm telling my friends on Yelp. The owner should read up on pricing psychology. He probably doesn't want to be known as the guy who charges for sauce, is my guess. - Chicken taco was a nice size and tasted ok - enchiladas were mid Salsa is only free for the first 2 servings. Even for a table of 4, that bugged me. Again, he's known now as the guy who nickels and dimes. Sigh. Ambiance is dark inside like a pub. It would look more modern and family friendly with more natural light. As most would expect out of a restaurant. We came here during a World Cup game. The game was on. That was a plus We were thinking of coming back to order the family pack. Then no one at home would charge me extra for the salsa. ha!! I read just now in another review that this place charges for hot water. Ok then, the owners is STRIVING to be the nickel and dime people. Yelpers are talking and people are listening. Do yourselves a favor and reverse these dumb pricing practices. You'll never know the business you are losing for the $2 here and $3 there. It's never worth it!

Raúl's Casa Sombrero has been a South Bay hub for many years for those that are wanting a feeling…read moreof homemade Mexican dishes and company. First, just like most casual Mexican restaurants you are greeted with house made salsa and chips to snack on while you study the menus for your meal. The salsa is very fresh and the chips are not, thank goodness, over salted. It's a perfect starter! I enjoyed the meal option of four chicken flautas with rice, beans, and perfectly portioned guacamole and sour cream. You are able to make your own choice of meat stuffing, which I love, knowing that the flautas are freshly made. I chose to have chicken and found it to be perfectly fried, not overly seasoned, which some places do. I like that you can actually taste the chicken and not just spice. I also had the horchata to drink, and I loved it! The service is wonderful, with many families flocking to the restaurant for that homemade feel for dinner. The staff has always been kind enough to offer a refill of your drink/soda to go if you wish. Kindness from the staff is a real highlight of Raul's. The ambiance of being at home is a plus for me. There are a few handicap parking spots available in the small adjoined parking lot, with easy wheelchair access through the front door. There is also plenty of parking spots located on the street and in the available parking lot located in the middle of Hawthorne Blvd. There is a television with captions on for those that are HOH, hard of hearing. Being a hearing aide user, I sincerely appreciated this. I consider this a hidden gem in Hawthorne.

I usually don't leave reviews these days but my god this place definitely hit the spot, I just had…read moreto talk about it lol. So fresh, so bomb. Service is great. 10/10 for me!!!!

Chill taco spot in Hawthorne. Small restaurant with a few tables inside. Very mom and pop, family…read morerun feel. We like to support. We ordered the carne asada nachos, which were good. I ordered the ceviche tostada, which they told me they were out of, so I opted for the breaded shrimp. It was ok. They definitely give you a lot of shrimp. The fries were so so. I really like the green sauce that came with it. No Diet Coke, only Coke Zero and in cans. The service was impeccable. They checked on us consistently, and were very apologetic that they ran out of ceviche. Mid-size parking lot, which is nice. Will I be back? Probably not. My friend picked this spot for our weekly Saturday dining adventure. Was it good? Yes, but not ohmygod drool worthy. If I lived local it would be more on my radar.

My family and I tried this place once and we have been back several times to try more of their…read morefood. I can't recommend this place enough...staff are friendly and they normally have a game on..soccer, MLB, etc... this is a once a week spot for me and mine. we will be back

My father recommended this restaurant. Everything was great. The waitress was very attentive. The…read morefood was very delicious. I will return again.

We picked up a couple of machaca breakfast burritos to go and they were satisfying. The beans were…read moresmooth and had a fatty richness to it. The machaca itself was also well seasoned and flavorful but there was not a lot of it. It's located in small plaza in the parking spaces are meant for a smallwe vehicles.

If you want delicious, authentic food, you got to try Licha's! The service reminded me of the…read morehomeland, you don't feel like a customer, they make you feel like royalty, very friendly. Place is small but it doesn't matter when the food is this amazing!!! They have big screen tv playing sports and some classic music playing, pairs well with food. They are known for the Barbacoa and HurachesI recommend them both. Huaraches for the parents, Menudo & Barbacoa for me!!!!

So I've been wanting to come here very much for a while. Glad I finally made it. First, the hours…read moreare posted incorrectly. Licha's is closed Tuesday, open Mon to Sat 9a to 630p and Sun 9a to 5p. Both Yelp and Google have incorrect times.... which is why I could not make it before. Also, look for parking on the street, the parking lot is tiny. Any case, all of Licha's staff (owners?) are sweet and friendly. I felt at home immediately. Now about the food! and coffee, both are excellent. The Cafe de Olla is fantastic.... I almost never get coffee outside my home but when I come here, I WILL! For my first time here, I had the menudo with all the fixing. What I loved the most is that is all meat, no hominy to fill you up. I LOVED IT! Almost like my Mom used to make. The Tortillas ARE HOME MADE. They were excellent. See the pictures.... I finished everything, including the fixings (onions, fresh lemons, limes and cilantro. Btw, the house salsa is good but the habanero version is DELICIOUS but VERY HOT with excellent flavor and texture. Yummm. Because I was do full but still very excited to be here, I ordered 3 Al Pastor tacos with everything. I can hardly wait to eat them when I get hungry again. All in all, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Licha's. Don't miss out. Just remember to park on the street... they only have three spots. And don't blink, the place is tiny.

Food is Bland and below mid food I can't in good conscience…read morerecommend it. The staff was polite and nice Food was fast tho

First time trying their burrito while I was in the area. There's sufficient parking but it can be…read moretricky pulling into their lot with the busy intersection. Ambiance is Spanish music in the background with colorful decor. Staff were attentive in bringing the menus and waters and serving the food. I got the jr super burrito ($16.99). Apparently asada as the protein is $2 extra so be warned since that is in very small writing on the menu. The burrito itself was yummy with sour cream, guac, and pico de gallo on the side with enchilada sauce drizzled on top. Portion was pretty okay for the price, leaning towards high though.

Mi California is fabulous!!! First, the salsa presented with chips was soooo good. Not too spicy, a…read morelittle salty to taste. I ordered a Lime Margarita and it was tasty tasty tasty - a little on the weak side, but perhaps that is why I wanted another - just tasty. For my entree, I ordered two fish tacos fried. DELICIOUS!!!!! The ambience is so inviting, so welcoming. I did not want to leave once settled in. A nice bar set up with two tv screens AND Karaoke beginning at 7pm. Mi California has a lot of everything to offer. The service was spot on, very attentive wait staff. GOING BACK!!!!!

I've lived in the area all my life and I've seen this place, but never been. I heard they revamped…read moreit so went to check it. It was so good! The food was delicious - my group had the carnitas wet burrito, enchilada and chile relleno, and garlic shrimp.. all so delicious! Their drinks were on point. I had the piña pepino margarita.. so refreshing. Our waitress was really friendly and helpful with her recommendations. Apologies I didn't catch her name. They do have a jukebox and karaoke on the weekends. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because I heard they had no happy hour. Which is ashame because they have a bar area, the drinks were so good and they have TVs. I went early afternoon on a Sunday and there weren't many people, but as we were leaving more people were showing up. Highly recommended restaurant, I will definitely be returning.

This place has been around forever, and I've been coming here since I was a kid. I usually come for…read moreone thing--the carne asada burrito--and it never disappoints. The burrito is consistently well made, with juicy, flavorful carne asada in every bite. It's always satisfying and prepared just right. If you haven't been here before, it's worth checking out. They also stay open late on the weekends (until around 3 AM), which is a big plus. Overall, a reliable spot that keeps me coming back. The service is amazing always on point

Ordered a carne asada quesadilla and apparently the chef interpreted "quesadilla" as "lettuce…read morestorage container." There was enough lettuce to start a small salad bar, but somehow almost no cheese. Last time I checked, cheese was kind of the star of the show. The carne asada was fine, but when you're digging through a mountain of lettuce looking for the cheese, something has gone terribly wrong. Calling this a quesadilla felt a little optimistic. Unfortunately, it sucked.