3 Best Mexican Restaurants in Los Angeles, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Mexican Restaurants in Los Angeles, California. All of our mexican restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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JAVIER'S CENTURY CITY

10250 Santa Monica Boulevard, #1005,
Los Angeles, CA 90067 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

Enchiladas De Mariscos Trio De Enchiladas Del Mar Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo Camarones Rancheros Fideo Del Mar Pescado a La Veracruzana Enchiladas De Cangrejo Enchiladas Pueblo Cabo Azul Camarones Con Rajas Callitos Mazatlán Pescado Del Día Salmón Al Sartén Filete Ladrillo Carne Y Camarones Mar Y Tierra Carne Tampiqueña Pollo Asado Corte Vaquero Filete Antiguo Arrachera Tomahawk Pork Chop La Tablita

"Javier's Century City is an authentic Mexican restaurant located in the Westfield Century City shopping mall, featuring a bar and a kids' menu. All their menus are inspired by Mexican specialties and are created with high-quality seafood, beef, pork, and chicken, as well as gourmet vegetarian offerings. Javier's Century City uses only the best and freshest ingredients available. Enjoy their exclusive center-cut #1 prime Angus Beef from Omaha, Nebraska, which is corn-fed and aged to perfection. Javier's Century City provides private banquet rooms for large groups. Their fully private room can accommodate up to 14 guests and includes a large screen TV with AV capabilities.

2026 Update: Javier’s menu is boosted by their talented culinary team, who bring cherished family recipes to the kitchen."

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Price:

Appetizers(Antojitos):
Nachos Supremos $10.99
Nachos $8.99
Taquitos Aperitivos $10.99
Guacamole Dip $9.99
Grilled Quesadilla $8.99
LUNCH MENU:
One Taco + Enchilada Combo $8.49
Two Enchiladas $7.49
Burrito + Taco Combo $8.49
Fish Taco Combo $8.49
Tamale + Chile Relleno $7.99
Burrito Supremo $9.99
A La Carta (Tacos & Items)
Beef Chicken Taco $3.49
Carne Asada Taco $4.99
Fish Taco $4.99
Chile Relleno $3.99
Tamale $3.99
ENCHILADAS:
One Enchilada $2.99
Two Enchiladas $4.49
LARGE COMBOS:
Combo 1 Supreme Dinner $11.99
Combo 2 Burrito Combo $10.99
SIDE ORDERS:
Rice $2.49
Beans $2.49
Guacamole $2.99
Cheese $2.49
Tortillas $1.49
DESSERTS:
Fried Ice Cream $4.49
Sopapillas $4.49
Nachos Dulces $5.99
Dinner Chicken & Beef Salad $12.49
Carne Asada Salad $13.99

Contact:

(424) 313-8143

Sun-Thu: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 11pm

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GUELAGUETZA

3014 West Olympic Boulevard,
Los Angeles, CA 90006 Directions

Since 1994

Specialty:

Molcajete De Guacamole Oaxaqueño Quesillo Fundido Memela Sampler Quesadillas Fritas Chalupas Molotes De Papa Con Chorizo Ensalada De Nopalitos Botana Oaxaqueña Combinación De Antojitos Festival De Moles Tlayuda Guelaguetza Tlayuda Vegetariana Tlayuda Mole Build Your Own Tlayuda Mole Negro Mole Rojo Mole Coloradito Mole Estofado

"Guelaguetza is led by an immigrant husband and wife, Fernando Lopez and Maria Monterrubio. Their mission is to showcase their family recipes and stay true to authentic Oaxacan ingredients. Their team of staff is very friendly and provides excellent service. All their moles are handmade from scratch, honoring traditional Oaxacan recipes with authentic ingredients sourced directly from Oaxaca, and are served with rice and your choice of chicken breast, thighs, or pork spare ribs. Guelaguetza Restaurant provides a large dining room to celebrate intimate gatherings and weddings. The restaurant offers happy hour menus, great cocktail menus, and live music.

2026 Update: Guelaguetza was awarded the James Beard Award for the American Classics category, the most prestigious award in the culinary industry."

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Price:

Mexican Menus
Antojitos
Molcajete De Guacamole Oaxaqueño $18.00
Quesillo Fundido $18.00
Memela Sampler $18.00
Molotes De Papa Con Chorizo $14.00
Quesadillas Fritas $14.00
Chapulines (Full) $21.00
Botanas
Festival De Moles $53.50
Botana Oaxaqueña $150.00
Moles
Mole Negro $24.00
Mole Rojo $24.00
Mole Coloradito $24.00
Mole Estofado $24.00
12" Handmade Tortilla $4.50
Enchiladas
Tradicionales Oaxaqueñas $16.50
Campesinas $22.00
Add-Ons (Each +$7.00)
Regional
Chile Relleno $24.00
Taco De Barbacoa De Chivo $17.50
Tamal De Mole $11.00
Empanadas De Mole Amarillo $14.00
Empanadas (Florhuitlacochehongos) $15.00
Especial De Carnes $29.00
Alambres $21.00
Nopal Zapoteco $22.00
3 Tacos De Cortes Oaxaqueños $17.00

Contact:

(213) 427-0608

Tue-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri-Sun: 9am - 10pm
Mon: Closed

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EL TAURINO RESTAURANT

1104 South Hoover Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90006 Directions

Since 2002

Specialty:

Original Hollenbeck Hollenbeck De Pollo Hollenbeck Machaca Hollenbeck Asada Original Okie Okie Pollo Okie Machaca Okie Asada Chile Relleno Burrito Breakfast Burrito Veggie Burrito Bean and Cheese Burrito Burrito Chile Verde Bean Burrito Tostada Veggie Tacos Tortas Sopes Tamales Sides and Toppings Quesadilla Carne Asada Tacos King Taco

"El Taurino Restaurant is a family-friendly and modern Mexican restaurant that serves burritos and homestyle Mexican dishes. The restaurant has been recognized as one of LA's leading Mexican restaurants. All their dishes are freshly prepared by their professional chefs. You can enjoy their high-quality dishes with family and friends. They provide reasonable prices for all their dishes. El Taurino Restaurant provides catering services for special occasions. The restaurant also invites you to celebrate in large groups. El Taurino Restaurant provides outdoor seating options and kid-friendly menus. They accept reservations.

2026 Update: El Taurino is an iconic, counter-service Mexican restaurant, known for its authentic Mexico City-style tacos, tortas, and burritos."

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License #1387150

Price:

BURRITO:
Burrito Pura Carne Only Meat $8.49
Torta De Carne Asada Braised Beef $12.49
Tamale Pollo Chicken $4.39
Tamale Rajas Con Queso Cheese With Jalapeños $4.39
Tostada $9.99
Tamale Dulce Sweet $3.39
Taco $2.99
Combination Burrito $7.99
Burrito Pura Carne Only Meat $8.49
Arroz Y Frijoles Burrito Rice And Beans Burrito $6.99
Arroz Y Queso Burrito Rice And Cheese Burrito $7.49
Frijoles Y Queso Burrito Beans And Cheese Burrito $7.49
TORTAS:
Torta Bistec Con Queso $12.49
Torta De Pierna Pork Leg $12.49
Torta De Milanesa Breaded Pork $12.49
Torta Cubana $13.49
Torta De Carne Asada Braised Beef $12.49
Torta De Lengua Beef Tongue $12.49
Torta De Cabeza Beef Head $12.49
Torta De Chorizo $12.49
Torta De Pastor Pork Shepherd $12.49
Torta De Carnitas Pork Carnitas $12.49

Contact:

(213) 738-9197 (213) 385-1187

Mon-Wed: 8:30am - 3am
Thu-Sun: Closed

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