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    Zumayas Mexican Cafe

    3.9 (583 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    melina a.

    The albóndigas are a 10. Love the authenticity . Our waiter was very nice and attentive

    Nopales Con Huevos is always a great choice for breakfast and it's my wife's Elim's go to every time we come here!
    Richard R.

    Emily and her crew are amazing and very attentive, they remember your name and always great with a smile!

    Michelada and chips & Salsa
    Kyle M.

    I was greeted at the door immediately, with a smile and a welcome. The waiter was very helpful with suggestions and I decided on two "appetizers." Good thing. The bowl of Albondigas was much larger than I expected. It was steaming hot and tasted great! The taquitos were huge. The meat was tender, well spiced and also tasted great So, I'll be coming back on my next visit to Whittier, CA!

    Sopes De Asada Plate

    Recommended by DoubleTree employee. Directly across the street. Small local restaurant with homelike hospitality. The salsa is awesome!!!!!!! The food is awesome and everything is authentic and made from scratch. Definitely can tel by the look and flavor of the foods. The servings are HUGE. The guacamole is made from scratch and VERY green. The avocados are imported from Mexico. The rice was very good!!!! Miles was on of the owners there who also served us. Very personable and awesome! 5 star restaurant hands down. Go hungry and you'll leave stuffed and you will barely be able to walk out hahahaha

    THE ZUMAYA BREAKFAST w/ carnitas
    Nate T.

    I had a morning meeting with a men's church group and after, my buddy told me about this place around the corner. What a true hidden gem. From the moment we walked in, the service was amazing. Since it was my first time here, I was told to try to Zumaya's Breakfast Plate. Wowsers! So much delicious food and the tortillas were to die for. Super fresh and seemed like they made them to order. Another place I will be coming back to try their lunch/dinner options

    Store Front
    Ash G.

    Today was our first time trying Zumayas & my hubby & I truly enjoyed our experience today. The staff were very friendly and the interior design is a homestyle Mexican vibe which I loved. My hubby and I ordered chilaquiles. He got his divorciados style which means half red sauce half green sauce. I got mine Ranchera style (mild) and I fell in love with their sauces. The mild still has a nice hint of spice but it's not spicy. My husband's on the other hand were on the spicy side but not too spicy to the point your mouth is on fire, just the way he likes them. We took turns trying each other's chilaquiles to try the different sauces & we came to the verdict that Zumayas truly is a great quality & authentic Mexican restaurant. We will definitely come by again. Apparently this place has been in business since 1987 and its family operated. Truly a gem in Whittier we've encountered. #SupportFamilyBusinesses

    Entrance, bar area and more seating on the other side.
    Angie S.

    The hubby and I were looking for a Mexican restaurant to have lunch, we happen to come across Zumayas Mexican restaurant. It's a nice restaurant a little small so if you have a big party I would call ahead of time so they can accommodate.They also have outdoor seating in the back also. We came on a Sunday, afternoon, (they close early i think around 4, great for brunch or lunch) nice decor, oldies music. Cool place to chill and have a nice meal. For the food we both ordered enchiladas, there were so delicious. I got the asada taco and chicken enchiladas with green sauce and the hubby got the chicken enchiladas with mole. Both dishes were really really good. Only thing is they didn't have was limes for the beers. But everything else was else was great. Service, kind people. This place is a hidden gem. We will definitely be coming back soon.

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    Ryan M.

    Excellent restaurant. We had a party of 8 and everyone loved their meal. I had the chile verde and it was delicious!

    bomb !!!!!! will definitely come back

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    Great food, great customer service. The fresh hand made tortillas are amazing. I Will come again.

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    What a pleasant surprise. Meaning sometimes you read a lot of five star reviews and you leave…read moredisappointed. Had the Divorciad burrito for lunch and it was delicious. (See attached picture). This restaurant is in such an obscure location, I can't believe I was going to a Burrito Track across the street for so many years not knowing this place existed. Friendly staff and prompt service. The unfortunate negative is it's location and I'm referring to parking. There must be 8 business crammed into this lot. With a bar to the right and a laudermat on its left finding a parking spot is like winning the lotto. Now layer in one driveway and you have to make a 3 point turn just to navigate to leave. The short answer is I will absolutely go back to this place as long as there is a parking space to be had.

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    Dame Mas Urban Cantina is offering Sunday Brunch from 12-4 featuring all day happy hour, NFL…read morefootball on several screens, a variety of drink specials, and a featured Live DJ for the rest of September 2025. We came here because my cousin DJSP was the featured DJ this Sunday, so I did my Yelp research and to be honest, I didn't know what to expect because the most recent reviews were a couple of months old, no recent food photos and menu photos were outdated. However we were going either way because it was also our featured DJ's birthday. We made reservations but that was difficult too as we called for several days until someone actually answered the phone. I was a little surprised because the food we ordered were all pretty tasty, decent portions, and reasonably priced. The service was ok. Orders took a little time to arrive, but they made sure we had chips and salsa and with a full crowd and a limited number of wait staff, they made sure we were still being attended too. It is very loud here with a full restaurant of diners, the live DJ and football games going with loud cheering fans, so if you have sensitive hearing, bring some ear plugs.

    Came here for the first time last night and I was not disappointed. Everyone was very nice and…read morewelcoming. The restaurant is clean and lots of room. Now for the food AMAZING! We started out with the corn and moved to pork belly tacos that were delicious. My sister opted for the three tacos with different meats. We shared a side of rice. Be aware the portions are big!!!!! Of course I couldn't resist a few margaritas that were well made. We will definitely be back soon! Thanks for a great experience. Oh I almost forgot the churros are the way to end the meal.

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    We had dinner here last night with our kids and some friends (party of 8), and it was our first…read moretime visiting. Even though the restaurant is small and busy, we were seated right away, which was a great start. Our waiter Washington, was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and made our whole experience even better. The atmosphere was perfect too. They had music playing at just the right volume and a big TV showing the live Dodger game, which the kids loved. We started with chips and salsa. The salsa had the perfect level of spice for everyone at the table. The kids ordered horchatas and were excited about the unlimited refills (something you don't always see at other restaurants!). The drinks for the adults were just as impressive. My wife's watermelon margarita on the rocks was perfectly made. It was not overly sweet or syrupy like at some places. Our friends had the "El Jefe" margaritas, and they definitely didn't skimp on the tequila! For dinner, everything was a hit. The kids loved their meals. Albóndigas soup, shrimp tacos, and street tacos--all served with rice and beans. The adult dishes were just as good. The carne asada arrachera was cooked perfectly, the chile verde was full of flavor, and my chicken mole was delicious with a great balance of spicy and sweet without being overwhelming. The portions were very generous, and everything came with rice, beans, and both corn and flour tortillas. The only small thing I would've preferred differently was the chicken in my mole. I personally would've liked a leg and thigh instead of sliced chicken breast but the dish was still very good overall. What really stood out was the hospitality. At the end of the meal, Washington offered us "holy water"-house tequila shots on the house--and it wasn't cheap tequila either! Then after the bill came, he surprised us again with another round of "holy water". That level of generosity and care really impressed us. We also learned that the restaurant has been there 20+ years and is family-run by him and his siblings, which made the experience feel even more personal. You can tell they have a loyal customer base--one couple even said, "See you tomorrow Washington!" The only feedback we'd offer (coming from a customer service background) is that we noticed a few guests waiting at the entrance without being greeted, and one couple actually left the restaurant. A simple "Welcome, we'll be right with you" would go a long way. That said, it didn't take away from our experience. Overall, amazing food, great service, generous portions, and a welcoming family atmosphere. We will definitely be back to try more of their menu!

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    This place is a nice option when you're in Uptown Whittier looking for a place to eat…read more The salsa was spicy and fresh. The nachos and veggie fajitas were just how I like it. The refried beans and rice tasted good and that is one of my requirements for authentic Mexican cuisine. We lucked out because Golden Road Brewing was there promoting their Mango Cart wheat ale. It was delicious. There is a large cantina in the back with many big screens TVs. The front of the restaurant was quieter but also very nice. The service was helpful and courteous and we enjoyed our evening there. I can't wait to go again and try something else on the menu.

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    I've been to the LB location and after going to the Whittier location, it's safe to say that Madres…read morebrunch is my favorite brunch spot! The service was very attentive and quick, and their hospitality was exactly what I think every restaurant needs. Shoutout to our server anna! (not sure if I spelt her name right!) but she was amazing and always made sure to check up on us. My friend and I got their Mimosa flight special, Pina Colada, Strawberry pancakes, surf and turf, and Madres Chilaquiles and all were a 10/10! They even had music playing in the background and it was a vibe! The interior was very pink and they had beautiful murals all throughout the restaurant. Lots of seating and there is 2 hour parking in front! Definitely going to be back at either location :)

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