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.

Okay I haven't been here in about 2 years but I just moved back to the valley and can't wait to go…read moreback here. The service is pretty fast and convenient. To be honest this spot came through so many times after a night of too many drinks and needing something to come back to life. Their tacos de burrito are so good and the tortilla is kind of fried, sirven bien doraditos los tacos, so they don't fall apart when you dip them in the consomé (broth). What I used to do was get a few tacos and a larger order of consomé and then use that broth to make ramen with and omg, so good! lol it was the gift that kept on giving. Can't wait to go back. They usually have tables as well so you're able to enjoy your meal while it's hot and go on your way.

I've been to their Northridge location before, and one day while driving through sherman way. I…read morenoticed they also had a taco truck set up. I had to stop and check it out. The food is delicious and very authentic Tijuana-style street tacos done right. I've tried several items from the menu including the torta, quesadillas, tacos, dorados de birria, and carne asada, and everything has been flavorful and satisfying. The birria tacos are definitely a standout. Service is always great and fast, which makes it an easy stop when you're craving good street food. If you're in the area and want authentic Mexican tacos, this spot is definitely worth checking out.

My friend recommended this place and honestly it was a 10/10…read more I got the quesabirria and it was so good I was so glad I ended up getting two. The margarita was spot on it got the job done if you know what I mean it wasn't too sweet which I like! I would recommend checking this place out

In a city where Mexican food is probably the primary dining option; one might think that it is all…read morethe same: that a taco here is the same as a taco there. This line of thinking is completely false as each region and state in Mexico has distinct flavors, cultural preparations and unique ingredients. Luckily in the City of Angels; we have access to all of these styles whereas everyone can pick and choose their favorite! I was in the North Hills/Mission Hills area and decided Mexican was going to be the meal of the day - and thanks to the trusty Yelp app: Tacos al Tijuanense was the winner to satisfy my hunger pang. If you are a longtime LA resident or born-and-raised within the city limits and can swear to Tacos al Tijuanense sounding familiar/remembering that it was a food truck... Then your memory doesn't deceive you. Tacos al Tijuanense birthed as a food truck in 1987 quickly gaining popularity for its smoked meats and Tijuana-inspired flavors serving tacos, vampiros, quesadillas, birria tacos, etc; loaded with fresh toppings and offering a variety of meats for the protein selection. The LA love for Tacos al Tijuanense caused such popularity that the food truck expanded into brick-and-mortar locations with several now spread throughout the city. The North Hills location of Tacos al Tijuanense holds real estate near the Woodly/Nordhoff intersection in a small strip plaza shopping center that seems half sleepy and half eyebrow-raising. But, as most of us know, the hidden gems are usual the best spots so don't be deterred by such businesses like the sketchy massage parlor next door. In fact, diners will be pleasantly surprised when crossing the threshold of the entrance to find an airy interior with high ceilings, natural light, wooden accents and the combination of a trendy- almost gastropub sticking to the food truck theme (there is even a food truck motif behind the order counter) that feels like a party. Tacos al Tijuanense is not what you would expect from the outside! Tacos al Tijuanense is fast-casual meaning you order behind the counter and take a number to the table of your choice. After browsing the menu, my boyfriend chose a Quesadilla (13" tortilla filled with protein of your choice, jack cheese, cilantro and salsa with my boyfriend picking chicken - $13) and a Vampiro (toasted corn tortilla layered with jack cheese, choice of meat, onions, cilantro and salsa with al pastor - $3). For my order, I also went with a Vampiro but with chicken while also ordering Nachos to share with carne asada. When our plates arrived, we were surprised to see the size of the portions. Everything at Tacos al Tijuanense is large and in charge and they most certainly do not skimp! The fillings are overflowing with bright, fresh ingredients, toppings are numerous and the size overall makes everything shareable. My Vampiro was crisp with delicious guacamole that added a refreshing element and tender, tasty chicken. My favorite was my boyfriend's Quesadilla which was gooey, warm and perfect. You can't go wrong with a quesadilla! But we have to talk about the nachos because these nachos are HUGE! This is party size and could generously feed three people. The carne asada was heavenly and the chips tasted homemade. The only slightly "meh" factor was that the cheese atop the nachos was canned cheese and we would have preferred melted shredded cheese. This wouldn't have been such an issue had the canned cheese been in a rational amount but it seemed like a Costco-sized can poured onto these chips! These nachos were hidden under cheese glop! Regardless, they were still delicious. Tacos al Tijuanense holds true to its almost 40-year-old fame with affordable prices, delicious food, large portions giving you a bang for your buck and a surprisingly inviting ambiance. Tacos al Tijuanense is definitely recommended and the North Hills location is much recommended despite its odd plaza placement.

My wife and I were (once again) in the mood for a breakfast burrito while we were in the van Nuys…read morearea this morning. I was put in charge to find a place close. I stumbled upon Monarca on Yelp and we decided to try it out! We arrive and are nicely greeted by one of the employees at the counter. The inside was clean and well kept which we love. My wife and I ordered 2 breakfast burritos and the green chilaquiles. She got the Deluxe burrito and I got the chorizo. We bring them home and open up the bag and these things are MASSIVE! In the best way! We begin taking bites and are both amazed. Me a little bit more. I really really enjoyed this burrito. Maybe because it has rice instead of potatoes, I'm not sure, but it was delicious. My wife also really enjoyed hers; she gave it a 7.5 out of 10. I give my burrito a 9/10. Our chilaquiles were a whole other story and flavor profile. The carne asada that came with it was life changing. Whatever seasoning they used on tha carne asada is perfect. My wife was deeply impressed. The sauce, the chips, the eggs, beans and rice were all very very good as well. All complimented each other very well. If you're ever in the van Nuys area, please stop here for breakfast, you won't regret it!

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 Pretty solid place to have decent burrito with restaurant setting instead of food truck. Carne asada was decent come with chip and salsa which is a plus. Parking is easy and food came out fast.

I wanted to eat fish tacos .......i went to this location in Panorama city...i thought everything…read morewas good ....parking is ok ....so i order 2 fish tacos and 1 shrimp taco ....with everything on it .... 1 thing I noticed a young lady working as the cook ... I waited around 10 threw 15 minutes..... Everything was ok until I got home .... The 2 fish tacos had soooooooooo much salsa on them that you couldn't see the fish ...with extra secret sauce ....plus the shrimp taco only had 3 small shrimp on it with secret sauce all around the taco .......this is 1 of the worst fish and shrimp Tacos that ever had in my life .... The tortilla was cold ....and the fish looked like it was from a microwave.....and the shrimp was not cooked right .....i understand.....you should hire a real cook ....not someone that doesn't have experience in cooking ......remember there's a good cook for your location.....thank you ....

First time at Poncho's Taqueria and so glad I've visited and tried this spot. This little spot is a…read morehidden gem in the San Fernando Valley, Van Nuys area. Thanks to our friends who recommended us to try Poncho's Taqueria out. Plenty of parking spots available for use. There are also tables and chairs outside for dining. Ordered food for pick up on a Saturday afternoon. Our order consists of Loaded Nachos, 2 Chicken Plates, Asada Plate, Breakfast Burrito, Birria De Res Bowl and 3 Quesataco. Poncho's Taqueria did not disappoint. Great customer service and friendly cashier. The portions of food servings in each item ordered were of good size and enough. Loaded Nachos was delicious with carne asada, guacamole. sour cream and salsa to name a few. The 2 Chicken Plates we ordered were fulfilling. The chicken was tender and not overcooked nor undercooked. The Birria De Res Bowl were plentiful and meat was tender and flavorful as well as the Asada Plate. Breakfast Burrito was huge and stuffed while the Quesatacos were yummy. We can't wait to go back and try Poncho's Taqueria's other items on their menu.

This was our first time trying Angel's Tijuana Tacos in North Hollywood. We were already in the…read morearea looking for tacos and usually go to stands farther west around Northridge or Granada Hills, so we figured we'd try something different. We got six tacos between the asada and al pastor, plus a queso burrito with asada. Everything was really good. My fiancée noticed that they were making the tortillas by hand right there, which was a nice touch and definitely made a difference. I especially liked the al pastor, and the queso burrito was really good too and pretty filling. I also liked that they actually have a big menu with the prices clearly posted. Not every taco stand makes the pricing that easy to see. The tacos were $3.25 each and the queso burrito was $13.50. Our total was $36.22 after tax. I will say the tacos are a little pricier than what we're personally used to. At some of the taco stands we normally go to, we're used to paying around $2 to $3 per taco, so $3.25 stood out a little. That said, the food was good enough that I didn't feel disappointed with what we paid. The only other small thing was the salsa. They ask if you want everything on the tacos and put the salsa on for you, while we're more used to taco stands giving you salsa on the side at the end. I'm sure you can ask for some separately, but since we were taking everything home and didn't ask, I just used some salsa we already had. Not really a complaint, just something I'd remember next time. Overall, we really liked the food and would come back. Since we're still trying different taco stands around the area, we'll probably keep exploring too, but Angel's was a good first stop.

I honestly thought this was a sit-down restaurant, but it turned out to be more of a street food…read morespot. That was a bit disappointing because I ended up paying almost $40 for two quesadillas, which feels pretty expensive compared to other street food places in the area. The food was okay, but I wouldn't call it especially tasty or memorable On the positive side, the mango juice was really good, and I enjoyed the outdoor seating it had a nice atmosphere and was a pleasant place to relax. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but I don't think the food justified the price

TACUBA My family and I just had a wonderful experience at…read moreTACUBA. The servers from the young lady at reception to the men bringing the food were so kind and did an amazing job. Our waitress, Pauline was fabulous. The food was delicious. My wife and I live in Los Angeles and wish that this restaurant was in LA. I hope that we make another opportunity to come back on this trip. Everyone loved our dishes. Including the guacamole and chips and pico de gallo. We ordered extra orders. The street corn was sweet and fresh and spiced delightfully. Again we ordered more. I met the owner who was such a delight. I highly recommend coming to eat here. The atmosphere is perfect.

One of the better quality tacos in the Sherman Oaks / Van Nuys area! The crew working here are…read morealways so nice and friendly. A+ for vibes! Ordered 4 birria tacos and 4 Asada tacos and they were 10/10. The price was steep for this order coming in at $32, which is the reason for -1 star. +points, right in front of Tesla Superchargers to charge and eat.

Papa Juan's offers an exquisite, fresh take on classic Baja grill cuisine. The atmosphere is…read morevibrant yet comfortable, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed meal. The dishes are bursting with flavor, especially the grilled seafood, which truly captures the essence of Baja-style cooking. The staff is warm and attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience from start to finish. Overall, it's a delightful place that I highly recommend and look forward to visiting again.

Had lunch with my wife here one day. T'was also our first time here. Heard about this place from…read morean instagramer SFeats and it looked good so we have to try this one day and i'm glad we did. Place is small but we were seated quickly as they weren't busy that day. Place is clean. Our orders include their asada quesadilla, asada and al pastor taco and their tuna tartare. Anyway we enjoyed that tima tartare and their quesadilla. The taco not so much. It was on the salty side a bit but flavorful. It was a good dining experience for us and would come back if given a chance. Recommended esp for all taco and mexican food lovers!