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    Ola Mexican Kitchen

    3.7 (1k reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Chips and salsa...BOMB!!
    Akisha E.

    I've been to Ola many times and I'm just now getting around to writing a review. Honestly, I probably should've written one after my first visit because back then the food and drinks were off the chain! This most recent visit? The food was just... okay. I will say this: they have some of the best chips and salsa. The chips are crispy, warm, and taste super fresh. I'm a sucker for good chips and salsa. It's easily one of my favorite parts of going to a Mexican restaurant, and they definitely deliver there. Their cocktails continue to be consistently delicious. My absolute favorite is the cucumber jalapeño margarita, refreshing with just the right kick. They never miss on the drinks. As for the food, I've had their enchiladas and tacos before. This last time I ordered the blackened shrimp tacos. When I hear "blackened," I expect bold seasoning and flavor. That's not what I got. They were pretty basic and underwhelming for the price. Two tacos for $17, plus an additional $5 per shrimp taco? That felt excessive for what was served. Service was okay. Nothing special, nothing terrible. Now, the location? You can't beat it. Being upstairs at 2nd & PCH with the Alamitos Bay view is a whole vibe. It's a perfect setting for date night or drinks with friends. They don't validate parking, but the first 90 minutes are free, which helps. Overall: great drinks, amazing chips and salsa, beautiful location , but the food (at least this time) didn't quite match the price point.

    Cucumber & Jalapeño Margarita
    Vala R.

    Ola's is always a go to for lunch with a view. The outside patio is perfect looking over marina. Their food is really good, chips an salsa are plentiful and I love the Margaritas. Our server checked in pretty regularly and we had a nice meal.

    Terrence C.

    When I walked in I was impressed by how nice everything looked! From the dim lighting to architecture and decorations, it was all cool to walk into. Food was exceptional, I got a steak and ceviche which were fantastic, and a spicy cocktail I forget the name of, but it was so good I could drink them all night. Our server was amazing as well, they have a superb management and ownership team that were so kind and accommodating to us. I just wish I could remember their name! Thanks again, we will definitely be back

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    Anders Christofer C.

    This is the third time I am at this restaurant in the last three years. They have a very cool location where you can sit out and watch the boats at the marina. The other times I have been here the food has not been the greatest. However this time the food was very very good. Fresh and crisp ceviche and even better to par it with a topo and elote. 5 stars on both food location and service. They must have changed owners or something. I will definitely come back again and again.!!

    Kalen L.

    When: Sunday 1pm Food: (1) Ribeye Fajitas - 9/10. Tasty and loaded with veggies. Comes with side of 3 tortillas and guacamole. (2) Agave Salmon - 7/10. Salmon and asparagus is well cooked. Everything else I didn't care for. "Baby heirloom tomato salsa" just tasted like regular generic salsa. Salsa and salmon isn't a good mix in my opinion. The cilantro lime rice was mushy and overcooked. Atmosphere: Great location, well decorated, but very loud! Service: our server was great!

    Thank you Ola's
    Brenda R.

    We went and took y nephew and his new FIANCE as a congratulations for getting engaged! We had the best time! Fabulous service- they let me brig a cake! I was so excited I didn't hoto the food..BUT...gat the lobster quest Dillard! Stuffed with lobster and PHENOENAL!

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    Scan C.

    This is not your typical Mexican restaurant that is authentic but more of a high end place where you're paying for the views and its locations. If you want something authentic you have to drive down five miles on Anaheim street to get the most authentic Mexican food. We came here on a Sunday and not very busy- this is a huge place and when it's not busy service is a tad slow. We ordered the tacos and it was decent- not as spicy as I like my authentic Tacos. The server was nice and we were seated by the windows and before the sun comes down the view is spectacular- this is what you pay for. Food is decent and the service could be better- but overall I give it a 3 and a half star.

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    Patrick B.

    My family and I have come to Ola several times over the past few years. We usually come for happy house since they have a great happy hour menu. They recently raised their happy hour prices but they still have great deals. Our favorites are the 3 tacos and a margarita for $17 (used to be $15) and the nachos. The food and drinks are tasty! The service is usually pretty quick and the food comes out promptly. We have come on different days and we are always able to get a table. We specifically like that the place is family friendly and the high chairs seem newer and very sturdy. Happy hour is every Monday thru Friday from 3-6 and all day on Tuesdays.

    Timothy J.

    Ola could not miss! Ambiance - not a bad seat in the house from the nice bar and indoor/outdoor area looking at the boats and beautiful sunset. Service - the staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu items. Brought extra water and salsa and was super attentive. So how did it taste? 1. Ribeye Chimichurri Taco - medium well, moist and flavorful ribeye steak strips. Only issue was the chimichurri was lost as the heat lamps dried it out. 2. Lobster Taco - for an extra $8 the lobster taco was a mouthful. Definitely well spent $8. Though flavorful, slightly over done. 3. Pork Belly Tacos - definitely a miss even though recommended by the staff. Cali is known of the fusion scene and I've had plenty of pork belly tacos but this missed the mark and was very underwhelming. The marinade was great and full of flavor but by the time I received it the pork was "dry". Dry, cubed, marinated jerky is what it felt like. To make it work the peppers were kind of thrown in there with an equally dried cabbage. Best of luck to this establishment. I'll definitely be back.

    Leslie Y.

    The food is good, but the scenery is even better. All you need is to invite the right kind of people to have a fantastic dining experience. The serving staff was always attentive, and our drinks came quickly. We didn't have to wait long for our orders either.

    Geronimo T.

    Best Mexican food south of the border. Nice Ambiance overviewing the harbor. I have been going here for a couple of years now and this place does not seem to dissapoint! Great service and very good food. Same price as going to El Torito and Acapulco. This place has its advantage, ocean view with updated amenities. Bar and location. This a go to spot. Hidden gem on 2nd st. Long Beach CA! You won't be dissapointed.

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    DeAndra J.

    Views, good margaritas and decent Mexican food... I'll take it lol. Been here many times over the years and usually get tacos. This time I tried the market fish. It was sea bass paired with rice, plantain chips, squash puree' and mango salsa. It was great! My friend tried the chicken mole dish and she loved it. The chicken was perfectly crisp and well seasoned and she loved how the mole was at the bottom so she could enjoy the spices on the chicken alone as well. We always have great service and typically no wait on a weekday evening. On weekends, we've been without a reservation and that wait wasn't long either.

    Punta Negra Margarita (must have)
    Cedric J.

    I enjoyed my weekday dinner at Ola Mexican Kitchen this past week. With the summer heat, I opted to dine on their beautifully lit patio and grabbed a cocktail for starters. The Punta Negra Margarita was everything I didn't know I needed! Muddled blackberries are paired with the kick of fresh jalapeño, finished off with pineapple juice and a savory tajin rim. I could have easily had 3, but moderation is key! The Enchiladas con Pollo was well seasoned and portioned well. Their green sauce is a bit more thick and pasty in texture than I typically prefer, though tangy and savory nonetheless. Our server was helpful and prompt, allowing me to get home at a decent time for bed. I'll surely be back

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    Parties bigger than 8? Reservations required?

    I recommend Reservations. Especially so they can best accommodate your party of 8+.

    Do they play music on the weekends?

    Yes

    Looks like an extensive tequila menu - do they serve micheladas as well?

    Yes, they're micheladas are pretty good!

    Are there different tortilla options for tacos?

    All homemade tortillas + so good! A couple options are available.

    Are there vegan options or things on the menu that can be made vegan?

    Yes, they have veggie tacos

    Are they now offering happy hour?

    They do have happy hour now. 3-6pm Monday through Friday and all day on Tuesday's. It's in the bar areas only.

    Do they have Happy Hour?

    Due to Covid, they do not currently offer a happy hour.

    Do you serve brunch? I don't see a brunch menu on your website.?

    Sundays only

    Do they have happy hour on friday's?

    They do, from 3-6pm at the bar or lounge!

    Are dogs allowed outside?

    No they are not. Unfortunately we do not meet the requirements from the health department to allow pets on our patio.

    Reading the menu here, it appears the main dishes listed under Plates don't come with rice and beans. Is that true? If so, the prices are really high.

    That is true. Rice and beans are separate.

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    Spectacular Mexican food! I'm so glad TikTok recommended this place because I may have never…read morestumbled upon it otherwise! I stopped by on a Friday afternoon and waited about 20 minutes for a table. The wait was well worth it because each dish offered an explosion of flavors. My favorite dish was the birria, with the salmon ceviche as a close second. The mole was great too, but I'd say the other two dishes were more memorable and something I'd return for. I can't recommend the birria enough, as the flavors were reminiscent of what I've had in Mexico, very authentic. The space is small and can feel a bit tight, but sometimes the best food comes from these types of "hole in the wall" places. Ultimately, I'd say give Lola's a try! You can't go wrong with Mexican food!

    Not impressed by anything we ordered, given the competition locally…read more I will drive to Acton, CA (124 miles round trip) for their chicken tortilla soup ... bringing back 3 quarts of it after our meal is done. The soup here lacks the tastebud awakening zip that Don Chato's has. The ono fish taco experience was my fault... I hate fried fish taco, so I had lofty expectations, but due to the fact that I do not prefer corn tortillas, guacamole or raw onions, led to much disappointment since It has all three. Totally my fault. The butternut enchilada was lacking in the expected savoriness... this is being polite. The potato taquito was okay... but I am not a taquito person, so if you are I would seriously encourage you to try it. The star of the table was the Mexican corn. It may not compete with Cornman in Lincoln Heights, but it was decent. I scraped off the onions and toppings on the ono tacos, put the fish on the flour tortillas that another person didn't want, and topped the fish with refried beans, street corn and a but if the chicken tortilla soup broth to make due. When you are driving more than 30 minutes for this experience, I think you would agree that it was less that a proper way to celebrate a birthday. Oh and if there isn't any street parking. It'll cost you about 9 bucks in the lot. I didn't use the restroom, so I cant review its cleanliness. Our waitress was flawless taking orders and delivering food The restaurant itself has a great layout and an outdoor courtyard complete with propane heaters and umbrellas - I loved that... but my favorite part was out front, no not the seating area in the former parking spaces, nope... it was the collapsed woman on the sidewalk, walking her dog with snot running out of her nose because she was huffing some aerosol can of whatever. This truly set the mood upon arrival. Two stars for being close to a lot of other food choices to visit afterward.

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    I'm honestly shocked I haven't reviewed this place yet because I've basically eaten my way through…read morethe entire menu at Enrique's. If you want big portions, legit authentic food, and prices that won't personally offend you--this is your spot. The pork shank? Fall-off-the-bone, no-effort-required kind of delicious. The tacos are (I do wish they had à la carte instead of plates, but honestly their rice and refried beans slap so I'll allow it). The ceviche is basically an entrée disguised as an appetizer, and the chicken arroz soup hits every time. They bring out chips and salsa immediately (as they should), service is quick, and there's plenty of parking--which already puts them ahead of half the restaurants in SoCal.

    Decided to try something other than our usual tacos and burritos, and no better place to do that…read morethan Enrique's! In addition to all those basic menu items they have some stellar creations. I opted for the carne asada plate - simple and not spicy. Hubby ordered the Carne en su Jugo- very spicy with tomatillo broth and serranos, cilantro, bacon and onions. Both of our entrees came with bean soup and tortillas. The chips/ salsa starter was addictive. Huge basket of fresh warm chips, and a salsa like no other! Chunks of veggies and just the right spice. It was hard to get those chunks on the chips but it was delicious. My carne asada was tasty, a large portion with grilled scallion and rice. I wish some of the "bean soup" had been pureed to be a bit thicker but the broth was good, with a variety of beans. Hubby's dish had an interesting flavor, very spicy. He wished the broth had some rice, though, to accompany it. We could come back weekly to try many more entrees. Their salads sound tasty, too. Service was great.

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