50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Encino

“Do you know the phrase, "there are plenty of fish in the sea"? Well, when it comes to fish tacos- La Grigiata is the ONLY FISH in the sea! What can I say, they make fantastic fish tacos.

Parking: The truck is conveniently located right outside of a post office. Easy to run up and grab some grub!“

“The homemade tortillas are delicious, one of our favorite spots!“

“Husband and I had a lunch date and we were going to go to CPK but this place caught our eye. We got an asada burrito(meat was delicious) and a torta de pastor(meat was a little dry) The salsas are very very good loved the habanero one and the red one it is not mild more spicy lol but I wasn’t mad.“

“BONITO AMBIENTE BUENA COMIDA Y LAS BEBIDAS ESTÁN DELICIOSAS A Y SÚPER LA AMABILIDAD DE L@S MESER@S. 10 DE 10❤️“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“Had a beautiful bridal shower for 24 persons in their outdoor patio. Staff was friendly, welcoming and attentive; food was delicious and served up in generous-sized portions.“

“This is a great example of how LA street mexican food culture is like.

This place has one of the best pastor tacos in LA. Their meats are well seasoned and are not dry. Their salsas have great flavor and heat.

The lines can be long but it is worth the wait. You just can't beat this place when it comes to taste, quality, and price.“

“Everything has a high end clean taste. The chips are always hot, crisp and not greasy. Every taco is delicious and what is especially nice is that you don’t feel bloated or heavy after the meal that can happen at other restaurants.“

“Yummm. Hijo De Su Madre has the highest rating out of any vegan restaurant within 20 miles of LA, and I see why. It's definitely worth coming out of your way for if you love vegan businesses. I tried the Yucatan sampler platter, and everything was delicious. What really stood out to me was the Longaniza con Papa taco, which is among the most satisfying tacos I've ever had. The potatoes on it were perfect. Another highlight was the pumpkin seed dip. The quality of all the ingredients is great. And if you love a light dessert, try the Crema De Coco. It's not too sweet, the fruit on top is super fresh, and the consistency of the custard is really enjoyable. Plus, the service here is amazing. And the food was ready very quickly. So if you're reading this, definitely come eat here! Updated from previous review on 2025-04-04“

“Me gusta mucho que los productos como las tortillas el chocolate quecillo asean de muy buena calidad lo recomiendo de verdad 👍👍👍👍“

“Love the food and the ambience! Relax and friendly ! The new one in Playa Vista is worth going even if you don’t live in the area!“

“This restaurant has the most delicious homemade food I tried. My wife loves the posole and I love the Menudo. We try to go there every weekend to eat some of their delicious food they make. I recommend it 100%.“

“Great Mexican food!
We love their octopus and sugar cane filets. Very authentic tastes. Only one downside is the kids salmon is a bit too salty. Other than that everything is great with Sol Agave! Recommend this place if visiting Santa Monica!
Tip: REMEMBER to validate your parking ticket to get 90 minutes free parking.

Kid-friendliness: Yes“

“This may be the best food truck in LA. Incredible quality and value. Would give Takuma 10 stars if I could. The okinamiyaki burrito is one of the most original meals I’ve had in LA and so delicious. The chicken sandwich comes with two massive cutlets that are perfectly fried and moist. I’ve also had the churros and they were incredible. Please keep coming back to Playa Vista!“

“Great food and drinks 🍹 really good 👍🏾“

“This place is so so good. I’ve had several things. All of the proteins are seasoned, and cooked beautifully. The presentation is wonderful, and the staff are very friendly. Top notch place to eat.“

“This is a family favorite, I’ve been coming to this restaurant since the early 2000s.

Excellent comfort homade style meals. Portions are big, prices are low. Service is fairly fast even when busy.
Employees have always been kind & patient.“

“Hidden gem of West LA! Discovered this place recently and I get the shrimp ceviche here 2-3 times a week… and often order something else. It’s reasonably priced, super fast, the staff is chill… it’s authentic as it gets. The delicious ceviche reminds me of being in Mazatlan.“

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Casita! Brittany, the concierge, and our server Delilah provided exceptional, warm, and professional service that truly stood out. The food was not only delicious but also incredibly flavorful, and the atmosphere was simply stunning—inviting, elegant, and perfectly suited for a memorable evening. We can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed every moment. This was an experience to remember, and we’re already looking forward to coming back soon!“

“Possibly the best burrito bowl I've ever had in my life. And the workers are really nice! Honestly it is a must try. You won't even notice you're in a gas station. Don't forget about the salad bar with the roasted jalapenos either. Thank me later.“

“Delicious food and drinks“

“great place to eat some of the best fish tacos!!!!!!!“

“My Family And I , Really Enjoyed, Pablo, Gave Us A Great Experience!!!! Will Be Back!!! Love It, And Great Food!!!“

“good test 👌 good service“

“Burritos bout big as hell. Very tasty food, halal tacos. I had to lock in to finish my burrito.

Only problem is there's no public bathroom so when you get nasty eating your birria tacos you can't wash it all off. They have sanitized napkins.

The food is so good.“

“I had lunch with my friends at Monte Alban because it has so many good reviews. Just like everyone's review, the food, space, and staff service were all great. We ordered a variety of dishes, cocktails, and desserts, all of which were delicious, and I especially liked the quesadilla, Fajita, and Molote. I also recommend their special desserts, deep-fried bananas and pudding (I can't remember the exact name). If you're craving a variety of Mexican food beyond the usual burritos and tacos, I highly recommend this place! * I parked inside their parking lot, but there were also many spaces on the street. It was convenient.“

“At Villanueva Mexican Restaurant, embark on a salsa odyssey that elevates the ordinary to extraordinary! Their legendary salsa bar, a carnival of flavors, turns each bite into a fiesta. The shrimp fajitas, while promising a flavor explosion, waded through a sea of gravy, a twist in our culinary tale. Though this unexpected plot thickens our journey, the salsas alone make Villanueva a treasure worth exploring. It's a solid four-star adventure, where every dip transports you closer to Mexico. Dive into Villanueva for a taste escapade that’s almost perfect – just watch out for the gravy waves!Recommendations:Their salsa bar!

Vegetarian options: Few vegetarian items“

“Although I was sitting in Van Nuys, California, due to the authentic-ness of the food, I could’ve been in Mexico. Every bite was so flavorful and scrumptious I couldn’t believe how good it was. The rice, the refried beans which were more like a thick liquid and the three different tacos were so delectable my taste buds were exceptionally happy! The customer service by Pedro and his team were also exceptional. They are like a fine-tuned instrument. It was my first time but it will not be my last time. I work for HappyCow so I gave them some of our little stickers and an excellent review window decal. Updated from previous review on 2025-03-19“

“Amazing food! Made to order, clean and beautiful dining area, excellent customer service. Tacos Al pastor, tacos de chicharrón, gorditas Xochipilli, chilaquiles, a few of my favorites. The best spot in the valley for authentic Mexican food.“

“I just moved to the area and I saw this little spot. I have lived in the valley for 30+ years and was very disappointed with the choices of Mexican food well I'm so happy I found this place. 30 years in the valley and I just found this place. I will definitely be going back again and again. The gentlemen running and cooking were so nice and on it.“

“The food is absolutely fantastic here! We ordered the asada curly fries and shrimp tacos and both were delicious and generously portioned. My only complaint is I wish they were open for longer but definitely worth visiting if you're in the area. Well priced and friendly staff as well. I hope they stay here for a while!!“

“fantastic service! burritos were amazing. small and intimate. thank you! we'll be back again.“

“Why not go straight to the manufacturer for the areas freshest tamales. Factory is in the back, and they have a modest little front facing store to purchase your favorite flavor tamales, soda and a small patio in the back if you want to eat it there.“

“definitivamente el mejor lugar 😉“

“Loved this place. Tacos were some of the best we've had. Super flavor, homemade tortillas, decent prices. The tamale was light and delicious, too. Be aware, that their spicy is super spicy. Parking lot is expensive but there are a few metered parking spaces on the street. Everyone working there were super nice. Would definitely go again.

Vegetarian options: 4 different vegetarian tacos and 2 vegan“

“Guillermo was our terrific waiter/server.😉 Thanks, Guillermo!“

“Muy rica la comida y excelente servicio“

“I stumbled into this place a few years ago and was blown away by the flavor. It's now the first place I recommend to people.“

“😋 their sopas a very delicious….“

“Best authentic Sri Lankan food I've come across in US. They serve a variety of Sri Lankan specialties including regular home-style rice & curries, lamprais, kottu & Sri Lankan short-eats. Huge portions for the price we pay. Looking forward to trying their Mexican food as well. Heard their Mexican food is so authentic & tastes great!“

“las redes sociales tienen un potencial enorme...quise venir a disfrutar quizas parte de comida tijuanense...es una lastima que empleadas como esta echen a perder todo...pedí 3 tacos y una coca...y no me puso la coca en la orden...me hizo esperar el tiempo que quiso para darme mi cambio...mientras esperaba vi como le hizo mal otra orden a un señor con discapacidades...y argumentaba que no podía cambiar la orden hasta que viniera un manager...y no somos perfectos..lo se..pero la actitud es muy importante...al estar apoyando al sr en silla de ruedas...ella volteo hacia a mi y me dijo que no me metiera donde no me llaman..total..me voy decepcionado“

“the place are so good food and service the best l love this place Plus the taco Tuesday are really good came end try“

“Forget about Acapulcos, El Torito or any other mexican chain restaurant, COME TO THIS PLACE!!!! food is excellent, taste to perfection!!! By taking one bite of their tortillas chips, you will immediately notice the freshness and quality of their food. Their salsas are all homemade.. I would suggest trying their Queso fundido wt chorizo, fresh guacamole, their amazing mulitas and tacos!!! Dollar per dollar the best delicious mexican food you can ever tried. Don't waste your money n time eating below quality food from chain restaurants, this place is the right place. Service is exceptional as well!!!“

“Great food and great service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“I revisited this place after years, having been a regular from 2007 to 2014 growing up. Surprisingly, nothing much has changed, except for the owner sporting grey hairs and the welcomed addition of card payments. The familiar great taste of the food, horchata, and salsa remain the same in a good way.“

“Great waters and friendly staff :)“

“I’ve been here a few times. It’s my favorite Mexican food and margaritas in Beverly Hills, alongside their other one just south of Wilshire. Appreciate the vegan options too.“

“we have been going to this restaurant for a long time. we love their food But we noticed that they changed the portion size! We understand that everything is getting expensive but they made portion size way little. I ordered vegetarian quesadilla and always ordered and my husband ordered torta and both orders came out too small!! they barely put vegetables inside so we really did not like it!“

“I arrived at this restaurant because I saw that they serve Peruvian food, however I tried their carnitas burrito and fish taco, It was delicious, I look forward to try their Peruvian food in the future, friendly people, bendiciones y gracias“

“One bowl (comes with chips) will fill you up for around 14 dollars before tax. The food is well made the assorted components work together well. The fried pork belly here was nice, crunchy and oily - a generous portion as well.

Tacos are quite pricey (5-6 each) in comparison, but that's mainly due to bowls being such a good deal.“