I had such a great experience at Casita in Sherman Oaks! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was…read morecute and welcoming, and the overall experience was even better because of our server, Oceana. She was so friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. She was genuinely kind and made us feel very taken care of without being overbearing. Great service can really make or break a dining experience, and Oceana definitely made ours a memorable one. I'll definitely be coming back!

We had a small misunderstanding regarding the seating. I had called ahead and requested a table…read morenear the window, but unfortunately, there was some confusion when we arrived. Thankfully, the management was very kind and understanding and quickly resolved the situation, making sure we were seated where we had originally requested. To make up for the misunderstanding, they also kindly took the first string off our bill, which we really appreciated. It was such a thoughtful gesture. In the end, everything worked out perfectly. The atmosphere was great, the food was enjoyable, and we had a wonderful evening. We really appreciated how the management handled everything and made sure we left happy. We would definitely come back!

Wow. Just wow. The hospitality that this place exudes is awe inspiring. The level of technique in…read morethe cocktails, the most insane back bar I have ever seen, and the most delicious octopus tacos I've ever had. Mauricio & Devan both made my visit so incredibly memorable and treated me with so much kindness and warmth. It showed to me exactly why this place is one of those special ones. Top notch. The vibe in the space was also immaculate.

Well where to begin... the service is always fantastic - every time we've been there, no matter who…read moreour waiter has been. Ask them for recommendations if the menu is overwhelming. The drinks: Some of the best cocktails I've had in my life. Not in LA, but everywhere, in my life. You don't taste the alcohol, it's not masked in a lot of sugar, yet after a couple of margs you'll be feeling it. The food: So good, but you need to order what you like. If you like octopus, you'll love their octopus taco. If you like cerviche, you'll love some of their sides / starters. My personal favorite is the pollo asado. I've only been here for dinner a few times, but their brunch also looks solid (haven't personally tried yet) Bonus: their drink menu during the holidays is also great, get out there in December for some new cocktails that will blow your mind.

Lovely spot for Mexican food with fun vibes!…read more I came for Sunday brunch/lunch with some friends. I made a reservation through Yelp a couple days beforehand and there was plenty of availability. The restaurant is located right off Ventura Blvd and has an attached parking garage in the basement which can be accessed via the parking lot behind the restaurant. There were plenty of spots available Sunday afternoon when I came. It's a bit hidden, but there is an elevator from the garage to the top level where the restaurant is located as well. We had two babies in strollers with us, so I requested a table with plenty of space nearby for the strollers. They seated us outside on their covered patio, and indeed, we had plenty of space. I peeked inside and there's also a nice lounge area with a beautiful flower wall as well as a proper dining area. When we arrived, there was a live DJ spinning tunes. I assume he's there during brunch hours, as he left around 3 pm when brunch ended. I started with a frozen lime margarita ($12). It was okay; it felt like it was only half frozen as the ice wasn't blended that well. For my main, I got the famous Anejo carne asada and shrimp plate for $40. Yes it was pricy, but the portion size was also huge! I was starving and somehow managed to finish the plate, but it'd be a great dish to share for two people with small appetites. I really enjoyed it as well. I asked for the steak to be cooked rare, and they didn't overcook it. Each bite was super tender and flavorful and paired well with the rice. Everyone else also enjoyed their dish. One friend got the wet chicken burrito for $15 and it was massive! Another got the veggie fajitas with steak added and really enjoyed her dish as well. Solid food all around. I would love to come back on a weekday and try their happy hour! Sipping on $5 margaritas and $6 sangrias sounds like my idea of a great time!

Great experience! Authentic food so delicious. I like the dish of sautéed vegetables it's healthy…read moreand yummy Karen was so amazing and helpful! Thank you

First of all - Gorgeous restaurant! Classic LA vibes with moody lighting and red booths inside and…read morea huge patio that almost makes you forget you're in LA. Also love that they bring complimentary chips and salsa. While the vibes and staff are both lovely, the food is just okay. A bit overpriced and mediocre in flavor, quality and freshness. We got a burrito for $29 that didn't come with any sides and was bland and there was no texture throughout. Ceviche was also a bit on the bland side, very small portion, and avocado had some pretty large brown spots. Overall it's a classic LA spot and worth a try.

I haven't been here in over a decade (only because I don't live in the area anymore), but it came…read moreup in a conversation, and I had to make sure I went back because this used to be one of our favorite restaurants! I love the food and the atmosphere and the staff is always pleasant. The wait can take a while because they are so popular being a 'valley institution' that everyone must try at least once. And as always, parking anywhere in the area is always an adventure. They do have valet, but it can get busy as well.

Great service and ambience my server Lisbeth was really nice and friendly. The food is great.read more

Great food and great service Bar tender Rudy is the best…read morealso the manager Arnulfo is always giving a great service Best brunch and margaritas

I love this spot. I'm from up north and has Been my third time eating here. Food is delicious,…read moreservice is great. I love eating in the out patio.

Just a quick note: I usually have Tacos carnitas as part of my order. I tried the Fogata Carnitas…read moreTaco and the Fogata Asada Taco as a change of pace. Though slightly more expensive, they were delicious! They will be my regular order items going forward. Yummy!!

Food 10/10 Service 10/10…read moreAmbiance 7/10 Stopped by because I wanted some bomb shrimp tacos and I heard really good things about this place especially the shrimp tacos and crunchy tacos and sure enough I see what the hype was about. The place itself is a super hole in a wall type of situation but immediately you are greeted by such great staff members I ordered my food and went to sit outside because it was a bit hot inside but I love people watching so outside it was lol. 2 LOADED shrimp tacos with rice and beans and a LOADED chicken crunchy taco with a Coke Zero only 27$ which was very reasonable especially for the great quality, they brought me out chips and salsa and a side of green sauce and everything was just so fresh I didn't even need to ask for more sauce. I will def be coming back and trying other things on the menu. The staff was super attentive and caring which is always an A+ for me.

Tried their Mega breakfast burrito and it did not live up to my expectations based on reviews here…read more I had high hopes and this burrito was just meh. Not bad, but not delicious. Pros: great service and friendly staff! They do not skimp on the meat and food is hot and fresh in minutes! Cons:The "golden potatoes" were a non-factor in the burrito. All the flavors and textures mushed together for a consistent average creation. The salsas were also lackluster. Neither had any kick, green was watery and the red remained me more of pace in a bottle than freshly made salsa. I want to support local spots so I might give them another chance and ask for crispier potatoes and crosstown fingers the salsas are better the next time.

I'm definitely late to the HomeState tacos' game, but I finally made it! These tacos really do…read moretaste and feel like the tacos I've had in Austin area before! The star of the show is their fresh, soft flour tortillas. I love a good breakfast taco, so I went with the Neches (eggs, refried pinto beans, and cheddar) and the Blanco (egg whites, mushrooms, and Monterey Jack). Both were delicious! My husband was hungry and somehow ended up ordering FIVE tacos! He did pretty well, though, and managed to eat four of them. His favorites were definitely the ones with the refried pinto beans. We also shared the chips and guacamole with our friends, along with an order of the Loaded Queso. And don't skip the brisket quesadilla! The only downside is that there are literally only four parking spots out front. But if you circle around the area, you should be able to find some street parking. There's also an outdoor patio, and water, utensils, and napkins are all self-serve. Service was great, one of the employees even stopped by at the end of our meal to offer us complimentary iced tea to go. We had a great meal here and will definitely be visiting the newer location closer to home soon.

Was looking for a brunch spot in the area and finally got the chance to try Homestate, a Tex-Mex…read morechain that's been on my list to try for a while! They have an indoor dining area as well as a spacious covered patio. I also loved that their drinks are served in mason jars! Water, utensils, and napkins are self-serve. The service was excellent, and one of the managers (?) even stopped by at the end of our meal to offer us complimentary to-go drinks, which was so thoughtful! Their menu has a great variety of both breakfast and regular tacos, and you can choose between flour or corn tortillas - both types of tortillas tasted so yummy and freshly made. Everything we ordered was so good! - Trinity breakfast taco (eggs, bacon, potatoes, cheddar) - definitely a classic breakfast taco - Brisket taco - comes with a juicy and tender brisket - Queso (served with chips) - great for sharing! - Cookie milk iced coffee - made with chocolate chip cookie-steeped oat milk and wasn't overly sweet which I appreciate There's a small parking lot with about four spaces, otherwise, street parking is plentiful nearby. Overall, a great spot for brunch or a casual meal!

Top notch hole in the wall Mexican food…read more The burrito was huge and the carne asada was full of flavor and super tender. Baja fish tacos were also delicious. Staff was friendly and food came out pretty quick. Just an excellent experience all around and will definitely be back

The fish tacos are really good but I've had their burrito and quesadillas and they're very mid…read more Unfortunately, the Mexican food I've had wasn't good. They burnt my quesadillas, I live far so I didn't bother going back.

Food is excellent. Everything is delicious. Staff is friendly and accommodating…read more The best part however is their deals. They have amazing tacos for $1 on certain days. Overall value for money this is the best meal you can buy for miles hands down.

Tacos were The handmade tortillas were so fresh…read more The quesadillas were amazing Some of the best Al pastor and cabeza I've had