Stopped by around 5 PM on a Friday for a quick bite, and it turned out to be a great choice. The…read moreordering process was smooth, the food came out quickly, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The tacos were the highlight of the meal: flavorful, fresh, and packed with delicious birrrias. We also enjoyed the Aqua Fresca, and it was a nice bonus to find out that Fridays come with free refills. Overall, it was a pleasant and satisfying meal with great service. If I'm visiting Venice again, I would definitely come back for more tacos.

Super good tacos and beans authentic…read more Very good, would def recommend and come back .

Every time I come to Venice I visit this spot 10/10 there fish tacos are elite and their smoothies…read moreare always so refreshing

I've been coming to Venice boardwalk since college. I finally tried the fish tacos from this…read morewindow. The owner is the sweetest person. The tacos were amazing. The perfect fry and fresh salsa. I already want to go back and try the shrimp tacos next!

The couple working here is amazing and so friendly, they recognize me every time i visit! The food…read moreis delicious, cooked fresh with great prices. This is my #1 go to spot for burritos and tacos but I've tried most of their menu and everything is a hit. Cannot recommend enough!

I was at an event at Venice beach and needed a place for a quick bite. This place is conveniently…read morelocated on the boardwalk. It is a walk up, tiny hole on the wall with food made to order. The lady who took our order was friendly and enthusiastic. I had a cali burrito. It was normal size, tender steak and fresh, tasty salsas. They have several salsas from 3-10 levels in spice. This is not a sit down place.

I took a different route home today and passed by this taco truck. I've been wanting to try it for…read moreforever but I just hadn't gotten to it yet so I decided to finally stop by. Long story short, I only had apple pay but they only take cash and Zelle. I had already ordered so I had to apologize but Brenda (she was the taking my order) was really nice about it. I told her I'll be back another day. Was in my car for a few minutes checking some texts and Brenda come up to my window and said it was on her and she insisted. So so so so sweet. I ordered Ceviche de Camaron but she also came with a bag of chips and asked if my daughter wanted a drink. When I got home and tried the food, Man that was some good ceviche. It had pineapples and raw diced jalapenos, it had a kick that just the right amount of spice. Came with 4 tostadas, limes, and half a little avocado. Incredibly affordable and delicious.

I love there soft tacos my favorite chicken taco!!! I order it with cilantro beans and cheese no…read moreonions and a side of beans with cheese loads of there chile

Food safety is so important these days so you can imagine my surprise when I mention a simple…read moreoversight to their personnel about securing their food for delivery so that drivers cannot "dip into it" as well as making it secure for drivers to pick up without the bag opening up and the food falling to the ground is met with resistance. "Hoda" saw things differently -- she would not secure bags as every single other restaurant in the country does. No, she would be a rebel and leave those bags loosely tied, inviting drivers to help themselves to whatever was inside. And if food happened to fall out of the bag onto the ground after pickup? Well, it's the driver's responsibility after pickup so more than likely, the food goes back into the bag. Anyone who cares so little about food security should not be working in food service. It makes me wonder what ELSE she doesn't care about...

Stopped by as it's close to the beach and there was no line. Menu is on a board and when I had…read morequestions, the cashier couldn't explain what the ceviche tostada consisted of. I ordered it anyway. Here's what it had: Ceviche tostada- $12 overpriced tostada. Beans with fish? Lots of cabbage tossed on top. Served with 2 additional tostadas tortillas for some reason. Probably to eat all the cabbage. 1 star for this. Carnitas soft taco- meat was good but did you have to top it with a billion onions? 3 stars for this taco. Overall- I didn't like my order.

First of all, Chulita was by far my favourite restaurant I came across during my stay in LA. The…read moreamazing presentation from the street drew me in and the vibe was amazing from greetings at the entrance. I believe it was Daria (not sure if I spelt that correct) was my server who took the time to explain some of the amazing features. She suggested I sit at the bar as I was alone in business and introduced me to the bartenders. Being Canadian she made it a point to one of the bartenders that liked hockey and introduced me. I was impressed with her knowledge of the various entree's so I asked her to pick my main and whatever drink she thought would go great with it. I couldn't have had a better meal as I don't normally order fish but the pan seared sea bass. Pescado Zarandeado was amazing. Cooked perfectly and paired with a hibiscus margarita that was on par with the meal. Thank you to the kitchen and owners along with the 2 servers behind the bar and Daria for such a great experience. I liked it so much I came back a few days later for tacos which were also amazing. The service was great again even though it was a very busy evening. I will be back and I will suggest this as a must to any friends traveling to the Venice area.

As a proud Mexican, I was really disappointed by my experience here. From the moment we walked in,…read morewe felt unwelcome. We waited about 10 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us, and once we were seated, the service felt rushed, as if they wanted us in and out rather than making us feel like valued customers. The person I was dining with and I both left feeling disrespected. The food was decent, but nothing memorable. I've had much better Mexican food at small family-owned restaurants, and honestly, even my parents make dishes with more flavor and authenticity. If you're looking for average Mexican food, this place might meet your expectations, but it didn't meet ours. Ironically, the nicest part of the restaurant was probably the bathroom. Overall, the service and atmosphere overshadowed the food, and I wouldn't choose to come back.

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.

The food, service and ambiance are all wonderful. I love the tacos (any kind), tostada and agua…read morefrescas. The dining room is calm and cozy. The prices are reasonable. I would go back again and again.

We were so excited to try this neighborhood spot and walked there on a beautiful early evening,…read morehoping we had found a local hidden gem for Mexican food. Unfortunately, the experience was incredibly disappointing. After getting settled, I was questioned about my service dog simply for trying to use the restroom, and after reluctantly having to explain and describe the service she provides, the interaction turned mocking and dismissive. As someone who has lived in this community for over twenty years, it's disheartening that people with service animals still have to endure this kind of treatment and judgment. To make matters worse, the restaurant was nearly empty, the food was mediocre at best, and the overall experience felt far more like a TSA screening than hospitality. I'll gladly stick to Lula's on Main for similar quality food without the judgment, interrogation, or embarrassment.

The al pastor lives up to the hype. Their tacos are delicious. Pineapple is very juicy and sweet…read more Mild green salsa was TASTY. The meat tastes amazing. It's very slightly dry, so I'd rate it 8/10. There is limited seating available at a picnic table. Also, if you're looking for this place on Google Maps, I think it's listed as Tacos Chidos.

I wanted to like this place. Everything looked good when I got there, but I ordered two burritos…read moreand the total was $38. That's about $17 per burrito before any drink. I was honestly shocked. For those prices, I'd expect a sit-down restaurant experience or at least drinks included. Instead, you're paying premium prices for food that was just average. Maybe the price ruined it for me, but the food definitely didn't live up to the cost. I also asked for a business card and was told they didn't have one, which felt a little strange. If money isn't an issue, go for it. But if you're looking for value, I think there are much better Mexican food spots out there. Two burritos for nearly $40 with no drinks is hard to justify.

My first time trying Peruvian food and wow!!…read more The Lomo Saltado was so tender and flavorful. The fried fish tacos were perfectly battered and fried, I liked the onions on top as it helps cut through the friedness of it all. Yucca fries were delish, dip it in the green sauce and it's perfection. The ceviche was fresh and bright. Love the citrusy sauce at the bottom, yum! The corn is not like the regular corn we have at the grocery store. It has a bit more bite to it in terms of texture like it's not soft. Passion fruit juice was absolutely needed after all day on the beach. The cake has swirls of dulce de leche, very tasty. I would come back just for the lomo saltado alone! Service was friendly and fast. They have a few tables inside and a few outside. Right on the Venice boardwalk so if you dine outside, you also get a show with your meal.

March 20, 2026 | Friday | Venice Beach Boardwalk | What a fun and continued adventure when I met up…read morewith my neighbor once again, as I randomly spotted a colorful looking exotic restaurant! The location turned out to be El Huarique Peruvian Kitchen! What a delicious find that turns up the flavor and definitely the heat! Be careful what you ask for! Haha! Fish Ceviche | Yes, please! Now, at first bite, for some odd reason, I thought the dish was going to be hot, but it was cold and absolutely delicious! Taking our server Mauricio's advice, I tried each item separately on my plate and then mixed it up... Yummy! New flavors had my taste buds doing a happy dance over and over again! Haha! I would absolutely 100% get this dish again! The flavors were electric once combined! Turn up the Heat | Our server Mauricio asked my spice level and I confidently said spicy! He asked if I was sure and I told him the story about me being in India, requesting a spicier version of a dish & the Chef coming out to take a look at me, because he couldn't believe I wanted spicier! Haha! Comedy Hour | I was enjoying every flavorful bite of the Fish Ceviche, when all of a sudden my body started to heat up! I was like, I can handle a bit of spice... And then suddenly my tongue got really warm and I could hardly feel it... Then my eyes started to water... And suddenly I lost focus in the conversation I was having with my friend & the traveler! I could hardly talk, because it was honestly that spicy! Haha! I bet it was also the sneaky little red onions, in addition to the other spices! Help, Please | I spotted Mauricio and asked him if he had any bread or yogurt, because my mouth was on fire! He didn't! He recommended water, which I had already tried! My friend, she recommended plantains, which I had also tried! The traveler ended up recommending the lettuce on my plate, which ended up helping for sure! After a while, my mouth started to cool down, thank goodness! Eye Spot Spice | Just when my mouth started to cool down, my friend accidentally touched her eye, which must have had spice on it! The girl at the next table, dining with her significant other, immediately came to her rescue! I asked our server Mauricio for a cup of water so she could flush out her eye! The girl at the next table told her to rub her eye with her hair... Which oddly helped! Plantains | I can always appreciate plantains, as I love them! They arrived at our table and quite plentiful! I appreciated that the flavor was just the right amount of sweet and savory... Perfect! As conversation flowed easily between me, my friend, and the traveler! I invited him to enjoy the plantains with us, which he did! Fried Rice | My friend, ordered this dish and invited me to share it with her! OMG! I highly recommend, so flavorful and definitely shareable! I happily enjoyed every bite that I put onto my plate! Customer Service | Mauricio was top-tier! He was patient, kind and so much fun to explore the menu with! He really wanted us to have the Peruvian experience, considering it was both me and my friends first time having Peruvian food... as far as I know! Seating | Both inside and outside! We sat on the outside patio! Happy Meeting | While waiting for my friend to arrive at the restaurant, a friendly worldwide traveler, who was currently in town, helped me with the menu! Though his meal included chicken, a dish he frequently orders when he's in town, he invited me to explore the veggie part of the menu and mentioned that the food was really good here! Something made me trust his recommendation and I'm glad I did! We had fun chatting with the friendly traveler! Overall | Oh my goodness! Hahaha! Between the flavorful Fish Ceviche that was too hot to handle, sweet and savory Plantains, the customer service via Mauricio, an extension of me and my friends spa day, & other friendly customers, made for a memorable evening! I'm excited to do it again, definitely turning down the spice level and exploring more of the menu! Thanks again, Mauricio & the friendly traveler! We shall all meet again! Let's go!!