Been all over Mexico / South America and this is no doubt some of the best ceviche you will ever…read morehave. Super fresh and not overkill on the lime like most others. Carne Asada taco was great as well! Only thing I'm upset about is how long it took for me to finally try this place. Don't judge a book by its cover! Go now if you're reading this!

La Isla Bonita is definitely one of the best food trucks I've ever visited! Everyone was so…read morewelcoming and friendly, especially Brenda and the cooks, who made us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious. The tacos were honestly some of the best I've ever had, full of flavor and made fresh. The salsas were amazing, and the ceviches and tostadas were outstanding. Everything tasted fresh, authentic, and made with care. If you're looking for great Mexican seafood and tacos with excellent customer service, I highly recommend La Isla Bonita. I will definitely be coming back!

Food: I got the flutas plate which only had the chicken option, it was crisp and came with rice and…read morebeans. I tried the hot and medium green salsas with the food and it came with chips on the side. I will definitely be back to try the other food options since the flutas hit the spot. Service: immediately greeted with a smile and helped, the food came out pretty quickly and was hot Ambience: laid back, patio area and inside tables with a tv

I've never been more excited to write a review of a restaurant…read more Having been to Nina's multiple times, I knew I'd want to indulge in a carnitas burrito after donating plasma earlier in the evening. It's got carnitas, refried beans, Mexican rice, sour cream, cheese and salsa inside, and initially the burritos were about 1/2 the size of a chipotle burrito. Now, the burritos are about the size of a medium chipotle burrito, PACKED with delicious carnitas meat that is super flavorful, devoid of any gristly or fatty pieces, just pure goodness in every bite. I truly felt as though it was a religious experience eating this burrito, I truly didn't want it to stop it was that good! I nearly didn't finish it, and I eat a crap ton of food in one sitting, but alas, I persevered. In terms of the logistics: called ahead, the burrito was ready within 10 minutes served hot and wrapped to-go. For chips, salsa, and my burrito it was $13.47 for everything. Are you kidding me?! In this economy; that's an incredible price for a truly exemplary Mexican dinner in Santa Monica. Lastly, the cute salsa bar has excellent choices, and my go-to is the avocado salsa: fresh, mild spice, and a refreshing cool taste juxtaposed with the meaty hearty rice, beans and meat. Small restaurant with 6 or 7 tables, clean, and perfect. Sadly, I was the only one there. PLEASE, for the love of God, try this spot!! The staff is LOVELY, kind Latinas working there; I felt like my Tia was behind the counter in the kitchen cooking for me. It's CHEAP (ish), DELICIOUS; and SCRUM-DIDDLY-UMPTIOUS.

i've only seen the store while walking around sawtelle, and i thought the decor was very cute. i've…read morebeen wanting to stop by for a while! i ordered this online for the first time and i expected to see a small portion like chipotle does for online orders. but the bowl was filled up, neatly organized and looked delicious! the ingredients were fresh. i really recommend the carne asada, tomatillo salsa and abuelita salsa. it really blends well together! i also got a horchata concha. the flavor is very strong, but on the smaller side. the food was ready for pickup almost 5 minutes after i ordered, so i appreciate the quick service! and they very generously gave me two free tortillas with the meal!

At 323, they offer great authentic Mexico food in a fast and very casual experience. It reminds me…read moreof great street food Tijuana. You put your own food together here and it is all great. You can build your own tacos, bowls, or plates right at the counter. They always have fresh, high-quality ingredients, handmade salsas, and The place is super cute, it is very clean and there are plenty of places to sit. The service is great. You just get your food and pay at the counter, tray in hand. We love their food. Their filet taco meat is so good as are all the items for tacos. We love their burritos and their tortillas are great. Their chips and guacamole are wonderful. They also have a nice selection of drinks. They even have a kid's menu and their prices are so fair. We love it.

Been coming here a ton. Totally reasonable prices. I've had the mahi mahi burrito, shrimp burrito…read more they've got great veggies in there. I've also had both as a breakfast burrito too which are similar and come with potatoes and eggs. I really like their green salsa, red is a little spicy. I actually like the bag of chips, keeps me portion controlled. Nice size menu. I had the huarache the other day, I enjoyed it, but not as much as the burrito and some other places I've had huarache at. Big venue, order at counter and sit. People behind the counter have been super friendly as is the woman who hands out the food.

So classic, such a constant neighborhood food hub in the area…read more One of my first creative jobs (at $75 a day) was in a commercial production and motion design studio in a Frank Gehry loft on nearby 12th street. The work was tedious, the people often annoying, but the learning real. And I would duck out to grab a burrito at TPF at lunch because the walk there and back was almost meditative. TPF speaks to an earlier version of Santa Monica, before Silicon Beach happened. When Dogtown was still in transition, the commercial and industrial spaces still plentiful, and the creativity flowed. I usually get a chicken burrito. It's great. The space hasn't changed. And is never crowded. But you see people popping in, and you can tell that maybe they were having a slow day at home, and that a little homestyle Mexican comfort food is part of their ritual. Their salsas are incredible and I've never tasted similar ones elsewhere. If you're looking for a simple, satisfying, no-frills Mexican experience, this is it.

These street vendors brought me so much joy over the past couple years I got put on to them just…read moreshortly before Covid started and I've tried so many things! Given the Al Pastor and pineapple offerings I highly recommend this place and most certainly getting that option! That is not something that you can find at just any Taqueria nor a taco truck!!! They are always super friendly and in a good mood, and there has been times that I've came when life hasn't been good to me and I'm not in the best mood and they always turn my frown upside down! If you find yourself in the Palms area not far from where Sepulveda meets National Blvd, I highly recommend that you give the street vendors a chance to WOW your taste buds and to give you true hospitality. TIP THEM(THEY WORK HARD)

Good folks making earnest tacos on the lesser known side of sepulveda and national, off the Ross…read moreParking lot. $2 a taco, $2 for side of rice and beans. Everything is delicious. Instead of waiting 45 minutes at Brothers Cousins, support another taco joint that's honestly just as delicious. We need more taco spots on the west side. Salute!

Stopped by this place at lunch time randomly and thought this place was a decent taco joint…read more I ordered: - Asada 7.5/10 Decent asada thats not overcooked & dry. Lacked a bit of seasoning in my opinion - Tripa 8/10 Nice and fried up! You can't go wrong with it if you enjoy fried food. - Buche 7/10 Something different & was quite yummy. Still i would rather get Asada Overall the place is a decent spot to grab a quick bite as it has lots of parking due to being next to a CVS parking lot. The owners are nice and they have a lot of different condiments which i truly enjoyed!

I ordered 2 carnitas burritos with cheese, rice and bean. The quality is good, meat very hot and…read morefairly fast and efficient. Very generous size . Just pick your toppings that you want and your on you way. I believe they are a husband and wife team. The lady is nice and doesn't skip on the toppings of items you want to take with you. I will definitely be back. The large burrito is $7 plus $1 extra for the cheese. Toppings and veggies are free! Plus a tip. It's a bargain.

It is unclear why this taco truck is parks only a block from its actual restaurant, but it can be…read morefound late at night on the corner of Barrington and Santa Monica Blvd serving Oaxacan specialties and common items such as burritos, tacos, and tortas. I stopped by to grab dinner with a friend, and was surprised at the amount of food we got considering the prices they were charging. We started off with a sizable Cecina Taco ($1.50) that came with two layers of corn tortillas, thin Oaxacan marinated pork, pico de gallo, guacamole and a drizzle of mole on top. The marinated pork was meaty and tender but the salty marinade was one-dimensional at best. The guacamole was not as thick textured as it should be, but the sweet flavors overlapped nicely with the pointed onions, cilantros, and chunky pieces of cecina. It was mouthfuls of deliciousness. I also ordered a Lengua Torta ($4.50) that looked like a humongous whopper with wide torta buns, a spread of black beans, chunky lengua with easy to shred texture, lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions, and mayo. The buns were a tad on the frail side and I'm not a fan of lettuce in tortas or other types of sandwiches. However, it is the largest torta I've seen in a long while, and they also threw in a lot of chips, pickled carrots, a jumbo jalapeno, and a side a dull spicy lingering salsa that could use a hint of smoke to complete the value meal. Overall there was little to complain about as they were very thoughtful at wrapping our food so the temperature and freshness can be maintained without making a mess by the time it was brought home. The best part of the meal was their bottled non-dairy Strawberry Horchata that served as the perfect finisher. I love horchata and have been struggling to find the non-dairy version so from now on I'll know where to get it. To sum it up, I'd characterize their cuisine as one that puts a strong focus on freshness, good value, and a breadth of ingredients that were tasty when layered together. I can't say this trick is better than the authentic taquerias in the Mission District, but for a food truck, their extensive offerings beat the heck out of the many gourmet trucks where a generous wholesome meal and hard to beat prices can be expected. I'd love to return to try their Tlayuda and Tasajo plate.

Generally if I'm in West LA, I'll head towards east of 405 to get my late night taco fix. Juquila…read morewas near my friend's place where I crashed for the weekend, so after a night out, we decided to try the truck out. Menu's fairly typical with the usual selection of protein. I wanted something really filling so I went with the al pastor burrito and it is your typical rice & bean burrito with the meat. The thing about the al pastor here is that it comes in pretty big chunks, which I do like! The al pastor is also not greasy and has a good flavor to it. The burrito is pretty big too. There's fresh salsas on the table next to the truck, and I think I'm more of a fan of the salsa verde. My friend had the chorizo tortas. Good flavor on the chorizo, although it is a bit plain. We also got the nachos to share, but that was pretty forgettable. Not a bad spot for some truck food if I'm in the area. My buddy who lives around the area says it was the best in that area so I'll take his word for it haha.

I got a mixta yesterday from Mariscos Guillen La Playita. It was delicious. I love the mix of…read moreseafood in the dish. The order also came with three tostadas. The meal was made quick and the food appeared super fresh.

I wasn't impressed at all. We came here looking for authentic Mariscos and it was just meh. We…read moreordered a taco de pescado, in taco de camarón, una tostada mixta, and un coctél de camarón. I was so unimpressed that I didn't even take any pictures! That is a rarity for me, as I like to show the food off and I LOVE mariscos.. The building was tiny, the location was sketchy, and not one single business close by that sells alcohol! What?? Mariscos anno beer? Gtfoh. If the food here was ridiculously good, I'd definitely be back, but it wasn't. The coctél had no flavor (tasted like water), the tostada was all imitation crab (fish), and the tacos were just ok.