50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Altadena

“Amazing good Mexican food and bomb micheladas !!“

“muy delisiosa comida lo atienden Co un gran serbisio recomendado“

“When I tell you this place has the BEST TACOS I've ever eaten.... I am not over exaggerating at all. I no longer live nor visit Altadena/Pasadena as much anymore but my Dad took me yesterday 2/25/25 and I ordered 2 asada tacos and 2 carnitas and the meat has so much flavor and cooked just the way I like it. I definitely will be driving n hour nd half more often for this food.“

“Las micheladas!!!! Chefs kiss👌 ;)“

“I ordered the Chinese Chicken Curry and it was super delicious just like the UK. I haven’t had that in the USA before! Really good stuff. Order with Brown hub Rice. Other people in my project ordered different things and all said how good it was.“

“I got two burritos and a veggie taco for $30 but it was so worth it. Very yummy ? and clean. I don’t eat out at all usually because of covid but we were in between hikes and got hungry. There was one cook and one cashier and both were wearing masks. Thanks guys!“

“This is as local and authentic as you can get for Mexican food! It's a cute little shop that makes fantastic tasting dishes, better than many fancy restaurants I've visited. Their Carne Asada nachos is bursting with flavor and reasonably priced, consider me a regular, cheers!“

“All the food was outstanding. The raw fish and seafood was unbelievably fresh and aptly paired with elevated fresh flavors. The tostadas reminded me of Contramar in Cdmx, but even better (dare i say).

The atmosphere is beautiful, has a massive garden space, scattered lighting, copious succulents. It feels like an escape right in LA. The service is warm, personable, efficient.

Definitely worth the trip and such a great find.“

“Absolutely loved this place. We will definitely be coming back. We got Citrus Salad, Carne en su Jugo & Carnitas Wow, just Wow!!!!!“

“The location in Echo Park Sunset is my favorite. It's an old world Los Angeles
Institution. I find the food is better here and it's not as hectic as the West Hollywood location. I think they have the best taqueria salsa I've ever had. They make their own chips. They make your guacamole fresh. They have a huge menu, and I think everything is quite good. Don't come looking for a great salads, it's just not the place for that. The atmosphere is amazing, bathrooms are spotless in the evening there is valet parking. During the day you can find some street parking. For anyone with difficulty managing stairs the front door comes right off the street.“

“We stopped here before heading to a party where we didn't know if there would be food. I wasn't starving but when I tell you I could have eaten at least 6 more of the elote tamales, I could have. Holy moly, so so so good. My husband and best friend each had a mini taco sampler plate and said all of their tacos were incredible, also! I will seriously be craving those tamales for a long time!“

“Buenísimos las mejores carnitas“

““OMG, my sister recommended this restaurant as I picked her up from LAX, the food was authentic real Mexican food, beyond exquisite. The place gave me vibes of a fondita in Mexico, which I loved. The portions are perfect, the handmade tortillas were fire!! The quesadillas, beans and beef, chicharron guisado where delicious!!! Please try their pumpkin horchata!! The staff are so friendly too. I spent $40 on my sister and I. Well worth it!!!“

“Had the bacon breakfast burrito. It was off the charts delicious. The burrito was all about quality. First, Im almost certain the tortilla was freshly made. It was light biting through warm butter soft and tender not doughy. Then there was this gentle crispness from the bacon and potatoes. Absolute culinary perfection. I will be coming here often. Its a small but quant and comfortable restaurant with plenty of seating inside and outside. They also have clean and comfortable restroom“

“I'm here just about every other weekend to get takeout for the family. The Indian flavors really come through in an exciting way. The rotisserie chicken is one of the best I've found in LA, and it's not even the best chicken on the menu. Anything with beans are a must-have.“

“The food was on another level, super fresh local ingredients, family recipes made with recognition of the past and an eye towards the future. The vibe in the restaurant is top-notch and the neighborhood is so chill and beautiful. Sat outside and met so many friendly people on the street, and the staff was really gracious. The butternut squash chorizo brussels sprout with preserved lemon dish was banging, enchiladas mole poblano and Chilaquiles with christmas sauce and pecan flan were all so good“

“We went there with my family and had an amazing experience. The service was outstanding! We told the woman who was taking care of us that we had traveled all the way from Chile just to eat there, and she brought us so many extra dishes on top of what we ordered so we could try and enjoy real Mexican food. We loved everything. We will definitely come back someday!“

“Everything has been great that I’ve tried. Highly recommend“

“Yo i just wanna say shout out this restaurant. I pulled up here crunk asab and my boy Andre hooked me up with literally the best food i’ve ever had like it was amazing. great atmosphere, portions, flavors, service, wow this place is just the best“

“Spicy jalapeño cocktail 🍸💕“

“The best tacos in California!“

“Perfect for these dog days of Summer.“

“BEST Mexican food EVER!!☆☆☆☆☆ It's Always great seeing Roy every time I walk in that door! I reminisce the mid 80's when I was first introduced to his establishment by a mutual friend. The atmosphere is great, the staff is awesome, the food is simple, consistent, and always tastes great! Honestly, I was Very upset when Roy said he was going to close after so many years... but I'm glad he changed his mind! :) L'Abeja truly is a gem to the community! Not only does your great food warm our bellies, but also our hearts!♡♡♡ Btw, I recommend everything on the menu!“

“Excelente servicio y comida de calidad ☑️“

“If your looking to have a meal that taste just like home made,Yeya's is the place. Yeya's has the best home made food in all Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles. Don't need to look no further!When your hungry stop by at Yeya's for the best Mole,Chilaquiles,Enchiladas,Tacos and Caldos in all Boyle Heights and East L.A.Yeya's has a large options of food and caldos...“

“Best Tacos !! Love it . Keep it up“

“This is great comfort food like Mom would make. The tortillas are awesome and the birria is juicy and tender! Highly recommend.“

“Best shrimp tacos in the world, by far. Have them with the grilled chiles.“

“Excellent Mexican restaurant with bold, authentic flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of traditional favorites, all prepared fresh and served hot. Portions were generous, the ingredients tasted high quality, and everything was well seasoned. The service was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. Whether dining in or grabbing takeout, this is a reliable spot that consistently delivers great food.“

“If you have not had the chance to dine in at Girasol, I highly recommend it. The chicharon with guac is a must as a starter, make sure you get some of the spicy sauce. As for a recommendation for a meal, well you have to come in and try. We loved the chilaquiles, the carne en su juego, the menudo, and the breakfast burrito. If you have a sweeter taste, the French toast, the pancakes and the crepe are awesome. But as mentioned before, you just have to come in and try everything.“

“Great food and service. Salsas were amazing.“

“what i like about Cabreras 1st the awesome service. 2nd the best mexican food that is made with love. and what makes so good is the great music they have it's like eating at home which makes feel like your with family. keep up the great family feeling. oh and when I asked for something that's not on the menu you make it just like eating at home..“

“Great food and service. The best taquitos and guacamole sauce you can get.“

“I had been wanting to go to this joint for several years and I finally did and it lived up to the hype. The food was great and at a great price! The atmosphere is awesome and the service is top-notch. I will be going back to this place in the future.“

“great meal and very Pleasant service..“

“Best Mexican food I've ever had.The Chile Colorado is amazing. As great as the food is, the service is even better. Lourdes is a gem. She is the definition of great service. Friendly, attentive and knows the large menu very well. Look no further for than Amigos Restaurant for great Mexican food.“

“The food and service are absolutely amazing! I’ll be back very soon 😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“Visiting Pasadena for a gaming convention and Grabbed some late night Al pastor and also some chicken and potatoes tacos and with their salsas…. It is heaven. Doin’ it right, here in Pasadena at Colorado and Altadena“

“If you're in Los Angeles and happen to wonder over on the East Side, this is the place to stop by. Food and drinks are always served with hospitality and love. Environment is friendly with TV for any sports game. And the music is always bumping.“

“This was our first visit to El Metate. I was impressed with all the menu options. The service was excellent , and the food was delicious.“

“Best shrimp tacos in the world, by far. Have them with the grilled chiles.“

“Es una lástima que no siempre preparen la comida buena será que cambian de cocinera por ejemplo hoy mi novio y yo tomamos desayuno y los chilaquiles estaban horribles!!“

“Amazing birria tacos 😍🌮 came in at around 9pm and I also got a Cantarito. Soooo good. The consomé is also really good. The queso birria tacos are $3.50 & the consomé is $3. Really great price. The Cantarito was $15 but it was really good. I had it with Mezcal 🍹I took the food to go and even though I ate about an hour after I got them, they were still really good. No soggy tortillas 😆 overall 5/5 ⭐! Great service, too! Thank you so much! 🙏“

“muy rico muy bien servicio gracias“

“Hola buenas tardes, para agradecerles su donativo en especie de las 10 cajas de pañales y las toallitas húmedas, Dios les bendiga grandemente primeramente en sus vidas y en su negocio. Reciban nuestras oraciones desde la Casa de Descanso del Anciano de Poncitlán.“

“The food here is like Grandma used to make. Delicious“

“The Giant Margarita, and the Big Bertha Wet Burrito are Great recommendations.“

“If you’re craving tasty street tacos, Tacos La Guera delivers solid flavor and generous portions—exactly what you’d hope for from a late-night taco stop. The meats are well-seasoned and the tortillas nicely warmed, making every bite satisfying.

Payment is convenient since they accept credit cards, but note there’s an extra fee they don’t mention up front. They also prompt for tips, which feels a bit unusual for a casual street-food stand. It isn’t mandatory, so you can decide for yourself. Overall, great food with a couple of small caveats.“

“My wife and I have enjoyed the “Numero tres” and multiple “dos de dos” for over 40 years. The family are always kind and respectful and the Taquitos are the bomb. My wife’s grandmother use to take her boys (my father in law) back in the 1940’s. Now my children love to go and hopefully soon they’ll bring their children to continue in the enjoyment of “Una numero tres por favor!” Thank you El Rancho Grande for being such a wonderful memory for our families. God bless you with many more memories to come.“