HomeState

Why would you mess with perfection? Me and the lady used to come for the brisket tacos all the time. They changed the recipe and it’s pretty average now.

Amazing Tex-Mex here. This is the best place for Tacos - their specialty. I would highly recommend the Potato, by far the best flavored and evenly spiced and layers of flavors. 5/5 definitely a place to visit in Culver City.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

HomeState delivers a Tex-Mex experience that’s nothing short of spectacular. The quesadilla, a golden masterpiece of melty cheese and perfectly griddled tortilla, strikes an ideal balance of comfort and flavor, substantial yet never heavy. Four distinct tacos showcased a vibrant range of fillings, each one a testament to HomeState’s mastery of Texas-inspired cuisine. From smoky brisket to bright, zesty chicken and beef options, every taco bursts with bold, authentic flavors, wrapped in warm, pillowy tortillas that elevate the experience to something truly special. House-made salsas add layers of complexity, making each bite a revelation.

The freshly squeezed lemonade proves the perfect partner, its crisp, not-too-sweet brightness cutting through the richness of the meal with refreshing finesse. HomeState’s atmosphere radiates warmth and Austin charm, blending a laid-back vibe with a welcoming energy. Staff move with efficiency and genuine friendliness, ensuring every dish arrives hot and fresh. Other reviews often highlight the breakfast tacos and migas as must-tries, and while those weren’t on the plate this time, the menu’s depth promises more delicious adventures on the next visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love Home State. I've eaten here many times and it has been a long time favorite of mine. Unfortunately, their service has really crashed lately. The last few times I've gone, I was told that I could only take my order to go, despite the fact that I was there a whole hour (or more) before the closed. If they only do takeout for their last hour(or more) of business, they should really state that in their hours signage.

The worst part is that something has been seriously wrong with my order the last 2 times I've visited this location. Most recently, an entire item was missing from my order, which I didn't discover until I got home. My frustration over this was compounded by the fact that I had wanted to eat there, but was not allowed to. The time before, I received my order completely cold. I'm not saying it was cold by the time I got home, I'm saying they handed it to me cold.
The good news is that Los Angeles has an infinite number of other taco places available. It's a shame that this place has fallen off so hard, bit at least there are plenty of other options.

Food: 2

Service: 1

Great, delicious 😋 perfect spot for lunch or some amazing Margaritas 🍹🍺🌮

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food well packed with tape and secure with staples, food is great everything handmade even the tortillas. Friendly service very clean.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is going to sound kind of bad but just bear with me. This is not a negative review.

Homestate's tacos are like tacos made by white suburban moms but they're actually *good* rather than just being bland and weird.

If you want authentic Mexican, find one of the ubiquitous LA Street Taco stands. Homestate is Tex-Mex and is authentic in its own way. The tacos are fuego.

They're pretty big tbh, two was good for me.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food here is fantastic and if that’s all you came for then it’s all a smash.

If you decide on grabbing a boozy bev you’re gonna get ya little slushy heart broken cuz the frozen cocktails are a pass. 🙅🏻‍♀️

They gotta be using some super cheap tequila cuz it tastes strongly of the plastic liquor bottles from high school house parties that come with a handle. 🫢
For $21 with tax and tip, the drinks should have a little higher quality ingredients. I was so excited to swing by my local Homestate today to try the new Strawberry Margarita and it looked really tasty coming out of the machine but it tasted really cheap and turned my stomach after a few sips. Hope y’all can fix this cuz it’s really one of my favorite stops for a tasty casual meal at not so casual prices!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Good food, prompt friendly service

Nothing special

I love this place… They have the best employees and they’re super fast and the food is always consistently good and my most recent favorite thing is the Frito pie because who doesn’t love a Frito pie? Outstanding always 10 out of 10.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love the breakfast tacos! Come here once a month 😄

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Have been served cold tacos several times here. Overpriced for mediocre tacos.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Brisket tacos