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La Serenata de Garibaldi – Santa Monica |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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1416 4th St, Santa Monica 90401 • 310-656-7017
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Distance:
~0.35 mi * |
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Description:
SANTA MONICA. For seafood done Mexican style, try this Santa Monica favorite. Regulars attest to the fact that the consistent presentation of the expertly prepared seafood dishes have made them steadfastly loyal. Order the fish quesadilla, the shredded beef in red chile sauce, or the chicken enchiladas. Excellent margaritas round out the experience. The décor is done in warm tones and features carved stone pillars and a lovely fountain. An upscale casual atmosphere pervades. |
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User Rating: 10
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Border Grill |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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1445 4th St, Santa Monica 90401 • 310-451-1655
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Distance:
~0.38 mi * |
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SANTA MONICA. You may be familiar with this restaurant's owners from their "Too Hot Tamales" cooking show. If not, then you're in for a treat. Border Grill's menu of lighter, authentic Mexican cuisine suits even the most finicky palates. The biggest surprise for some diners is that not all Mexican fare is super-spicy and loaded with cheese; this food is full of complex flavors and fresh vegetables and fruits. Alongside meaty tacos and burritos, you'll find an assortment of vegetarian and seafood options. Exceptional dishes include achiote-marinated pork and seasoned carnitas on corn tortillas. Mojitos and margaritas made with premium tequilas pack a powerful punch – bring a designated driver! |
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User Rating: 8
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Monte Alban |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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11927 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles 90025 • 310-444-7736
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Distance:
~2.86 mi * |
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WEST LOS ANGELES. It's said that the true test of a restaurant's authenticity is its clientele – if expats eat there, it must be the real thing. Monte Alban is the real thing. Its strip-mall location may not be the most elegant, but the decor is warm and festive. Of course, the reason most people show up is for the food – specifically, for moles (sauces) that grace most dishes and send Oaxacan food lovers into spasms of pure delight. Whether you choose black, red, yellow, or green mole, you're sure to be satisfied. And if you're not sure what or how to order, the friendly staff are happy to point you in the right direction. |
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Tlapazola Grill |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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11676 Gateway Blvd, West Los Angeles 90025 • 310-477-1577
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Distance:
~3.44 mi * |
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WEST LOS ANGELES. Grilled pork tenderloin with mole amarillo or chicken with mole negro – Tlapazola brings unique Oaxacan-style to LA. The restaurant combines dozens of herbs, different types of chocolate, and a number of chiles in their recipes, a lush culinary practice that keeps regulars coming back for delicious lamb, chicken, and pork dishes. The ambience is cool and casual, and when you're not checking out what other diners have ordered, you'll want to commit to trying some dish you've never encountered before. |
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User Rating: 9.6
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Poquito Más |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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2215 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles 90025 • 310-474-1998
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Distance:
~4.38 mi * |
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WEST LOS ANGELES. For a quick, healthy, inexpensive Cali-Mexican meal, this mini-chain is one of the best options around. Favorite menu items include ahi tacos, vegetarian burritos, huge quesadillas, and famous tostadas, all of which include fresh, house-made tortillas. Don't forget to complement your choice with a freshly prepared salsa from the salsa bar. Tortilla soup is in high demand on cooler days, and there's a special children's menu, too. |
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Guelaguetza |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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11127 Palms Blvd, Palms 90034 • 310-837-1153
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Distance:
~4.55 mi * |
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PALMS. Boasting an inventive menu, this small restaurant is big on taste (and spice)! Enjoy goodies like goat stew, mole, or crickets cooked to perfection. Laid-back casual atmosphere is punctuated by the warming smells of cinnamon and chile. Great breakfast stop as well. |
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User Rating: 9
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La Serenata Gourmet |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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10924 W Pico Blvd, West Los Angeles 90025 • 310-441-9667
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Distance:
~4.74 mi * |
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WESTWOOD. This place is an off-shoot of its famous East LA cousin, and the food is just as good. Fresh fish either grilled or in a burrito, a gordita stuffed with shrimp, and weekend breakfast specials keep the crowds coming back. They do not accept reservations for groups of less than eight, so be prepared to wait. No worries, though: this is one of the top Mexican restaurants in LA, so the time is well spent. |
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User Rating: 7.75
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Tito's Tacos |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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11222 Washington Pl, Culver City 90230 • 310-391-5780
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Distance:
~4.98 mi * |
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CULVER CITY. This "real" taco stand has been dishing out addictive burritos and tacos since 1959. You queue up, give your order, then stand back. Be sure to ask for it "to go," even if you are eating in – with a "to go" you get extra chips. You can choose from bean or beef only, as there are no chickens in sight. Two tacos with cheese will set you back less than $5. The lines are usually long, but they move fast. Cash only. |
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User Rating: 9.75
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Lotería! Grill |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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6333 W 3rd St Farmer's Market, Los Angeles 90036 • 323-930-2211
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Distance:
~8.90 mi * |
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WEST HOLLYWOOD. Hungry shoppers who chance upon this Mexican food stand during their wanderings through the Farmer's Market are delighted with its filling, authentic fare. Well-stuffed burritos, packed with beef, chicken, and pork, are just the beginning – albondigas (meatballs) in chipotle, tacos topped with zucchini and succotash, and even fresh cactus are a sampling of the appetizing fare available. Lime-aid, watermelon juice, and even hibiscus flower tea help wash it all down. |
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Asia de Cuba |
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(Restaurants - Latin American) |
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8440 Sunset Blvd Mondrian Hotel, West Hollywood 90069 • 323-848-6000 • 323-848-6075
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Distance:
~9.02 mi * |
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WEST HOLLYWOOD. Its monochromatic white decor and model-beautiful clientele render Asia de Cuba a trendy, of-the-moment kind of place. Festive atmosphere, a playful waitstaff, and chic ambience lend appeal, and customers relish the mouthwatering Cuban-Asian fare. Fried calamari salad, a house specialty, makes culinary waves, and you can't go wrong with yucca-crusted mahi mahi or lime-and-garlic chicken. Desserts, naturally, make a splash on their own. An outdoor patio, glimmering with candles, affords incredible views – a nice change from the austere interior. |
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User Rating: 9
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