Restaurants in East Los Angeles

“Ordered one with potato and mozzarella with all toppings. It was delish! Crunchy, savory, and great flavors. I was going to add a picture of my brother’s but he was 80% done with it by the time I turned around.”

“Sushi En is a great spot my office often gets take out from for lunch. The staff is extremely pleasant and their food is always fresh and tasty. I definitely recommend!”

“The fried pickles were really good! We loved them! All of our meals were really good. The chicken was tasty. The BLT had a good amount of crispy bacon crisp lettuce. The garlic aioli was yummy. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would definitely return.”

“I recommend this place all the time. The al pastor is in point. Get the papa cabrona. I don't think you'll be disappointed. The service is great. Quick and very friendly. Parking can be an issue. They take zelle, too. They all meats and some Agua Frescas.”

“Alright, I had to Google earth this location to confirm it, but the target is painted, and the aim is nice lunch. I don't know what kind of laundering is taking place here, but I got a weird vibe walking in. First off, it's set up like a market or a deli, which is cool because there's seating outside, but the west building is now closed, so maybe the east building is just picking up the slack, only covid knows. On the east building, there's a window with a counter like the 7 Mares on Cesar E Chavez, but I walked in anyways and asked the lady at the counter "should I order here?" She shrugged and said si. Spanish it is then, no worries, numero ocho por favor, con agua. She told me the total en español and I didn't catch it from behind her mask, so I looked at the teller to see. $12 I gave her and then slipped a little something into the plastic cup. She didn't seem to care one bit. I went to use the restroom and by the time I was done, my food was up. 7 Mare never disappoints with regards to the food, maybe the vibe is just another thing. She called me joven, which I found charming, as I've surely got a decade on her, but perhaps that was just her showing appreciation for the business and the tip. Cool times we're living in. Point is, whenever you see a 7 Mares during your travails, stop in and figure it out.”

“Just stopped by had to get something to eat. Good food service good. ? parking may be a bit hard but I parked in back of restaurant not too much space but got in and our no ”

“Had an order of oysters, campechana, coctel de camaron, and ceviche. Everything was very good. Tasted just like NayaritParking: They have a parking lot in the back. The front was very packed.”

“Best tacos ive had in a minute. Prices are a little high but i think its worth for the taste. Find them later in the evening. Service and servings is great. Definitely need to go back”

“Excelente lugar cash only …the Friday ,Saturday and Sunday only after 6pm it’s a taco truckMy favorite the birria tacos, aslo: tripa,asada,chicken,chorizo,pastor they have 3 salsas but the birria one is superb for those who likes the spicy ones .. advice the parking is an issue so if you go with a friend go get your order meanwhile your friend gets a parking spot”

“I love the turmeric latte and croissant, just a little pricey so it can't be my regular spot. It's more of a treat. I hope they make it in East LA with the prices!”

“Top of the line authentic Tijuana tacos, don’t have to drive 2 hours to Tijuana for some tacos. They got them right here and they come with Guac just how they do down south! Bomb Dot Com. Chose this as my birthday dinner ?”

“Their ancestral superfood powder smoothies are the bomb! Also probably the best vegan tortas in town. There's also a bunch of unique Mayan art, sculptures, and some attire for sale. A really unique and amazing gem of a restaurant.”

“Delicious food and friendly service. Ordered to go, but ended up staying and eating in the patio area which has heat lamps. This place is small and no indoor dining.Will definitely go back!Parking: Street parking only in a crowded neighborhood.”

“While driving north bound on the I-5 decided to get off the road and look for some tacos so I took the Indian St exit in East Los and there they were right off the freeway at the a.m p.m. I'm glad I stop by cause the tacos here were bomb. The service was fast and friendly and they have a little seating area. I would highly recommend this taco stand if you're in the area.”

“This has to be the best ceviche I've ever had. They serve it on a food truck and they have some seats by the truck to enjoy your food. Now you're thinking theres no way the food is fresh if its served on a truck. Well the quality and textures here are 5 stars. My friends and I ordered the Tacos de Camaron, Poseidon and Mixta. The octopus and shrimp were cooked perfectly. Not too chewy and the combination of citrus with their house made salsa were perfect. Between the 4 of us this was plenty of food. Prices are reasonable and portions are great. Wait times can be long, but well worth it. Theres a big parking lot across the street and plenty of street parking around the corner. I would recommend eating right away as the food can get soggy.”

“We loved our raspados and crepes from Chamo Fruit. I got the aposionada (mango-tamarindo) It was perfectly tart and sweet. My girl got the tropical (pineapple-mango) Very refreshing. The brother got the Oreo/Nutella crepes and he loved em. Thanks for the great drinks and food. The service was great.”

“The service is really good. The cooking time is a little exceeded in time but it is because they actually cook real food there. The teriyaki bowl was so delicious, definitely recommended would also recommend the shrimp tempura as a side dish. The only downside is the soda station because it is out of order. so not too many options to choose from when it comes to having a drink …… its still a 5 star highly recommended!!!!!!!!”

“2 Birria ramen for $30 .you order outside in the lunch truck , then they bring it inside to the eating area , clean restrooms . Free coffee ☕️ but no creamer lol?”

“Great service, treatment, and food...I fell in love with both. Variety in food selections, clean environment, and vibrant energy. Absolutely loved it ❤️”

“El mejor lugar de mariscos en toda EAST Los Ángeles . Los ingredientes más frescos y los mejores precios para una calidad deliciosa. Mi lugar de almuerzo diario me alegro de haberlos encontrado!!! 1000/10!! :)”

“Tasty, the tortilla doesn't break and the tacos don't get cold despite how cold they were. Where they have the sauces and more they should be protected because there are people whose saliva comes out when they speak or sneeze.”

“This is my first time coming back this tacos stand in over 7 years and this place did not disappoint at all, the tortillas are handmade store is delicious I like that they have a limited amount of meats meaning that whatever you get, will be delicious. People working they provide friendly and fast service. Location is as it should be for street tacos, it's just adds more to the ambience and experience of street tacos 10/10.”

“If you looking for a good tacos al vapor place this is the one totally recommend the chicharrón en adobo one of my favorite but you may need to try one of each.”

“Tried out this this place and it was very good. We had the teriyaki chicken and it was very good. We also tried the pad see ew and it was also very tasty. We will be back to try other dishes.”

“The food is on point. The seafood is super fresh tasting and the menu has a huge variety or traditional Mariscos and some fun fried items. The pricing is mid range but the portions are big enough to share. The service is fast and easy to order. Check out their schedule because they go to a lot of different locations. I've had them twice at my local Brewery (Brewjeria) which is a great pairing.”

“the tacos are delicious, they have a little bit of everything- tacos, quesadillas pambazos, huaraches. To garnish your food they have 3 delicious salsas, onion and cilantro, chopped cabbage and make a different agua fresca everyday.”

“Had to write this on my lunch break the second after eating cause hot damn this is the best food I've had in Los Angeles in my 30 years of life. I got the Pulled Pork and Brisket plate with a side of loaded mashed potatoes. Let me tell you, when they say loaded, they mean LOADED, I saw bacon bits, herbs, spices, potato peel, and what I can only assume as just love cause holy mother of god they were absolutely amazing. The pulled pork was drenched in a tangy bbq sauce and went perfect on the bread roll. Now for the brisket, I consider myself a snob when it comes to food, and this brisket was not only juicy, tender and absolutely loaded with flavor, it was gigantic and had a perfect smoke ring. Do yourself a favor and eat here, it is seriously some of the best comfort food I've ever experienced, I say experienced because it truly felt like I was reborn again and relearned to taste again after eating all the refried and processed crap most restaurants serve now. 10/10 bees knees, cats pajamas, will probably be eating here frequently. Also the door slides, don't be a fool like me and try to push it open.”

“It's not affordable but worth the price. The Deluxe combo set is the best option to start. You'll be able to taste almost all the options on the menu. It is enough to fill up a regular person, but it's too good to stop there. The orchata was nice, and the flan desert was amazing, creamy, and sweet enough to cleanse your palate if the taste of the birria plus onions and cilantro bother you after. This was my first time trying this chain and location, and I will say I recommend it, and I'm coming back.”

“Saw them set up out here in San Dimas at Burning Bridge Brewery in mid-Oct of '23. Friendly people serving up good food and reasonable prices to boot. Plus they even gave my Good Dog ? some samples of their xlnt Carne Asada and Chicken. Gonna try myself one of their Burritos ?.”

“This is a great spot to visit if you’re driving back to OC after a night out in LA. I’ve gone here a handful of times and by far the most affordable and best tasting tacos I’ve had. Asada, suadero, Al pastor, chicken…they’re all good. Horchata is also really good here if you’re feeling something sweet. It’s worth a ”

“This has to be the best ceviche I've ever had. They serve it on a food truck and they have some seats by the truck to enjoy your food. Now you're thinking theres no way the food is fresh if its served on a truck. Well the quality and textures here are 5 stars. My friends and I ordered the Tacos de Camaron, Poseidon and Mixta. The octopus and shrimp were cooked perfectly. Not too chewy and the combination of citrus with their house made salsa were perfect. Between the 4 of us this was plenty of food. Prices are reasonable and portions are great. Wait times can be long, but well worth it. Theres a big parking lot across the street and plenty of street parking around the corner. I would recommend eating right away as the food can get soggy.”

“Service was kind, clean spot, first time here donuts tasted very good. Unlike Yum Yum that's tasted like they needed to change their oil. Would definitely come back and try their other items on their menu.”

“I just discovered this store and it has everything I could ever need! Staff is very friendly, welcoming and helpful. She was able to answer all of my questions and thankfully they had the item I needed. I will definitely be coming back for all my baking needs.”

“**Five Stars for Tacos Don Cuco: A Flavor Explosion!**#11 Review for 2024# 432 Review All Time!!This taco stand is an absolute gem! The flavors are sensational - each bite bursts with the perfect blend of seasoned meats and vibrant, zesty toppings. The homemade tortillas are a game-changer; you absolutely must try them with their irresistible Mulitas. And oh, their Pastor with pineapple is simply amazing!On top of the incredible food, the service is quick, the staff is friendly, and the prices are incredibly affordable. For anyone passionate about tacos, this spot is an absolute must-visit. I'm already planning my next trip back - Tacos Don Cuco has won me over completely!”

“The crepes are delicious, reasonably priced for the portion size. The staff is friendly and helpful. While I didn't personally try their drinks, my mother was very satisfied with her beverage.”

“The best tacos I've tried. We had 2 de cabeza, 2 de pastor, y 2 de suadero. The meat was soft and very tasty. The pastor tacos were crunchy and even had a slice of pineapple on top.The tortillas are also made by hand and they have several toppings and salsas.”

“My group wanted to try some tacos from L.A. We we're really picky about where. I've never done food trucks, this is a first. I want all the seasoning in my tacos, not just salt and pepper. We all ordered one taco each just in case. We all liked the tacos and decided to order more. Definitely will be stopping by again when I come back?”

“best tacos dorados around hands down... the ceviche is my to go no questions... but there's so much more good stuff pescado serandiado callo de acha all fresh like if it was made at home...”

“One of the best flour tortilla shops in LA. They have both corn and flour tortillas of all sizes. But it's their flour tortillas that cannot be beat. Throw in the fact that their prices are amazing, that makes this spot the champ in the flour category. Give them a try.”

“I've been coming here for about a year and I finally got to try the chicken and it was amazing. I always show up right before they close and never get a chance to try it. Today I called ahead and was able to get a half Chicken. It's super juicy and perfectly cooked.”

“The best cemitas in LA. Estilo Puebla made with your choice of quesillo or queso fresco. The bread is delicious and they always make sure to toast it. They have mexican drinks like Boing. Food is prepared fast and the price is even better. They provide stools to sit and the truck has a standing table outside. Usually not to long of a wait if you wait at all.”

“I've been coming here for years. No matter where I go this place is always the spot I come back to. The food is so authentic I can feel my grandmother from Mexico coming in the back. The service is always amazing, everyone there is so kind and welcoming makes the experience so much better. Besides the amazing service the FOOD is what stands alone from other taco places. So if you want amazing food and amazing service come here!!!”

“Cash or debit card only? $0.50 if you use debit card. $12 Peacado Sopa (soup), and $2 pastor taco with handmade tortillas. They had only limited protein options for soft tacos today, Sunday noon. Tacos were okay but I do enjoy hand made tortillas. Soup was comforting, and simple. They offered alot of fish it it so I definitely will be back for that! Located by Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf with outdoor seating. There was indoor seating in here too though.Apparently this place is known for their tortas, cakes and being a breakfast place. Limited English, and open to looking at my Google translate. It is east LA and LA in general, so most ppl can pass with their LA spanishlish and elementary 2nd language Spanish taught at most school. I have allergies, so it becomes complicated to ask about each item. Google translate is the best!!”

“The best tacos in East LA the workers here are very friendly there a lady who told Cookies is very good and excellent I love coming here the tacos are 10/10 ?I recommend them if you are at East LA food truck”

“First time trying this place for a pick-up order. The cashier took my order and was very helpful, sharing all their specials for that day. To go order was ready when I arrived. Pizza toppings were all large and fresh. The only thing was the pizza crust was very much like Little Caesars. A little thin and dry. Other than that, they have a good variety of cold two liter soda bottles, friendly and fast service.”

“I partook of their mango habanero and ghost pepper wings when they were set up in front of the bruery tasting room and was very impressed. They have tasty well seasoned party wings and when they say spicy they're not lying. Try the corn! They are making magic with simple ingredients.”

“Stopped in to grab lunch. They have a torta combination that's finger licking good. I got the ham torta with everything, added avocado, chips, agua fresca, and I even added some fresh fruit. The service is friendly and fast and if you need a recommendation just let them know what you usually prefer and they'll tailor your choice to your tastes. You can even build your own torta. Cute little place to go grab lunch!”

“I love the moist juicy meaty b7 it's Han bacon egg and cheese also the prices are cheap the quality and quantity is amazing the people are very nice and also cooperative to help foreigners understand you should show some support Ti this small business also the amazing ice coffee they say it is the most popular thing that they sell the smoothies are really good to they add boba whipped cream and cocoa powder ten out of ten delicious”

“I love that bar, good music, you can play pool or billiards, good atmosphere, good vibes, attended by the owners, variety of beers, and chips. Very clean, impeccable bathrooms.”

“I recommend this place all the time. The al pastor is in point. Get the papa cabrona. I don't think you'll be disappointed. The service is great. Quick and very friendly. Parking can be an issue. They take zelle, too. They all meats and some Agua Frescas.”

“It’s good place the kind and there bread is good idk what y’all talking about this shi is good tbh good ppl and so cheap yall stomach y’all got something in there fym it’s bad”

“They have the best seafood in all East LA and it's located in the Heart of Ford Marvelous ?? so if ur frkom out of town and pass by the neighborhood FM make sure you stop by EL Jato Lonchera marisscos.”

“Fresh selves serve carnitas combo $34Kid-friendliness: Always with a smile.Parking: Parking lot is always available.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp for wheelchair.”

“This is my go-to for local/East LA pupusas. The bean and cheese (frijol y queso) are my favorite! The cheese in general is so gooey delicious. They also have other Salvadoran dishes, but I currently stick with the pupusas and will be more adventurous when I bring one of my Salvadoran friends to get their seal of approval for the rest. I usually take my food to go and when I get home, everything stays piping hot. They are generous with the red salsa and curtido. Also, great, friendly staff! Plus, a convenient parking lot. You can get table service or call ahead for your orders. Highly recommend when you're craving a pupusa!”

“I really enjoyed this location there's plenty of parking in the back. They really do know how to make the desserts and they really are very knowledgeable on what they are. Customer service is on point. I never usually have to wait a long time. They are very attentive and nice so I really do enjoy coming to this location. Inside you know it's a Little small but you know it's fine. But it is very clean it is very neat. You can tell that they regularly clean.”

“If you are one of those who likes to enjoy something quiet and where you can breathe tranquility, this is your place. The attention is wonderful and the owner is charming. I recommend it 100. Oh by the way, their specialty is micheladas, you have to try them, you'll love them.”

“First time customer. This place has a lot of potential as the neighborhood area bar. Very clean, great service . Good place to gather for friends birthday celebration. Plenty of room . No hard liquor. Have a dance floor but worth attending”

“Hand made tortillas, lots of tasty meats, super cheese quesadillas = great street food. These are tacos made right. Al pastor was just okay but chorizo, asada, suadero were great. They have ribs too. I love the smokiness of the meats and seasoned just right. The hype is real. I'll be back.”

“I really love the pizza they serve. Its got plenty of cheese, a really nice sauce, but the kicker is that bready crust. Nice I also love the wings and hot sandwiches. All their food is good!”

“The chicken fell off the bone but it was a little dry. We subbed the rice for Cole slaw and that was definitely the right choice. The meal for two was good for us to enjoy the next day for lunch as well. We got everything to go so I didn't see much from service and ambiance but it was a nice healthy meal and we will visit again :)”

“Local dive taco spot. Understand that El Atacor are franchise and not all locations are good. Some are actually really bad. But this spot is a good one and never disappoints. The burritos are good, but the size is inconsistent. Sometimes they're small and sometimes they're big depending on who's preparing the food. Same with the tacos, sometimes they have a lot of meat and other times they have much less. But the quality of the food is consistent and always good. The bean and cheese burritos here are great. I recommend asking for them grilled to toast up the outside a bit.”

“The best breaded fish fillet, very good customer service, very small place but is clean and quiet ? ...no parking, that's the only issue ??‍♀️ other than that the food is really ”

“I've lived in East Los all my life and this has got to be one of the best Chinese foods.I just get the pleasure of it being almost time travel.Anyways, I got the chow mein with beef and broccoli and teriyaki. With a Thai tea Boba.The best part of my meal was how fresh the noodles felt and yet I know that it was the last of it on that huge tray.The Thai tea Boba were soft but not too soft. ? I'll be coming back for more ?”

“I dont know if it was because they were pretty busy, and they hurried up with my crepe, but it seemed like it had less fruit and cream cheese than other times. : / still delicious! It's the second time it happened.I wish the minis would come in smaller packs.My husband has the waffle on a stick. It's pretty good. We think it could be a little bigger serving though, or maybe a double waffle... like a sandwich with fruit and cream cheese! Lol”

“This place had people coming from every direction it stayed full people leave, then more car's would pull in. We saw people that payed for Uber and the driver waited for them to call again and he took them home. My Nephew bought onion rings, my sister bought cheese burger ? she said it was Great also the onion rings were good.”

“The coffee was so good, not as sweet as the big chains. It really doesn't need the extra sweetener it was so good.Parking: Located out front of the storeWheelchair accessibility: I didn't bring a wheelchair this time however I don't think it would be easy to enter however not impossible, it's an old building.”

“The best cemitas in LA. Estilo Puebla made with your choice of quesillo or queso fresco. The bread is delicious and they always make sure to toast it. They have mexican drinks like Boing. Food is prepared fast and the price is even better. They provide stools to sit and the truck has a standing table outside. Usually not to long of a wait if you wait at all.”

“These guys have two locations.. I usually go to the one in downtown LA. I saw they opened this spot and were offering a pastrami pizza, I had to try it!!! Needless to say RICKY'S PIZZA DOES NOT MISS!!! Customer service is always on point.. food always fresh, you can taste the quality in their dough. Also not a huge fan of pastrami or mustard really, but the people at Ricky's know what they are doing! Happy to see great spots like this expand and share some good eats with everyone. I will say though... something about the way they cook it at this location gives a different texture/flavor it's not bad but it is different than the Ricky's I'm used to. Still love it!! Shoutout to all the staff at Ricky's.”

“The food was really great! I got a large coctel de camaron with pulpo. Full of camaron and pulpo . Service was fast and friendly. The restaurant was nice and clean and had an outdoor patio. Don't have a photo because I ate all my food before I could snap one”

“I love this place, the fooe is soo good. The only different thing is that they put queso fresco ontop of it like cottage cheese but it still tastes so good. The carne asada is the best ? ? so juicy and i will always enjoy coming ”

“Took a big chance on this place even though ordering was a bit difficult overall I would come back and I'd recommend it to someone who's looking for a quick bite. It wouldn't be my go to but definitely good authentic feel to it. I ordered a picadita w cecina and it was very nicely portioned! And meat was cooked nicely as well..the green salsa was delicious as well.”

“I love old restaurants. In this case, an old "classic" Los Angeles bakery, It's been around since 1949. I always noticed while grabbing food in East LA, but the crowds looked intimidating. I visited on a week day evening where I found parking right in front of the bakery. I am constantly tasting conchas and wanted to taste their conchas. You fall in line and tell a lady what you'd like. Once I got to the counter I asked what do people order here? She told me: "mantequilla" I knew she meant the buttery Mexican croissant. What you'll want to order from this long standing Mexican panaderia is the "cuerno de mantequilla." This piece of pan dulce is heavy unlike the French croissant. I assume it's because of all the butter in this pan dulce. It heavy, buttery, slightly sweet, and slightly crunchy on the edges. I'd skip the conchas as I've tasted better. The rice pudding is also medicore. You can find better rice pudding making it home or picking up the freshly made ones at Vallarta. They ran out of champurrado so I'm assuming that's popular too. This is essential LA! Go support our old restaurants and bakery and let's keep them alive!”