50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lake Balboa

“Very good food Tasty, pretty good everything“

“The food is always super fresh & tasty, absolutely recommend you try them out, best mariscos around👌“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“This was our very first stop in Los Angeles, and honestly, Benny’s Tacos set the bar impossibly high for everything that came after.

The bowl was absolutely surreal, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly put together. But the real showstopper was the burrito. I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s the best burrito I’ve ever had in my life. The combination of pinto beans and carne asada was pure perfection, smoky, tender meat with creamy beans wrapped in every bite. The kind of thing you think about long after you’ve left.

If you’re landing in LA and don’t know where to start, start here. You won’t regret it.“

“Delicious food and drinks!!!“

“I just had lunch with my two daughters, ages 12 and 15. It was our first time here.

We ordered three plates: two 3-birria taco combo plates and one order of vampire tacos with chorizo. We tried all the sauces that came with them, along with a 24-ounce horchata.

My girls and I are usually pretty loud. We talk. We’re animated. We gush over the food.

But when we ate these tacos, we ate in silence because the food was that good. To speak would have taken us out of the moment. So we said nothing. We just sat there, lost in our own thoughts, luxuriating in tender meats, spicy red sauce, and complex flavors.

This is how you get tweens to enjoy family time: really good tacos.

And guess who told me about this place? The 12-year-old. Apparently, it’s trending. I recommend it too.“

“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%.“

“If you’re not looking close enough you might miss it but don’t! I love this place - the people are kind, the food is perfect in its simplicity, and the price is affordable.

I hate when breakfast burritos do too much, especially when they put tots and so much cheese - it’s like what are you trying to cover up??? This burrito delivers pillowy potatoes and the right balance of egg, meat, and beans.

Go support them. I hope they stay in the neighborhood forever!“

“Love the people and food is amazing!!“

“Delicious 😋 very good food,freshly made everything fresh 👍🏼“

“The service is friendly and fast and delightful. My daughter loves their salsa for chips …it’s the only salsa she likes. Service is so sincere and attentive. It’s our first time here and it’s super cozy and the food is absolutely the best Mexican I have had. There are lights on the ceiling and it’s super Duper beautiful.“

“😋 their sopas a very delicious….“

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

“Great waters and friendly staff :)“

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

“Comida deliciosa y servicio excelente!!!“

“Not only are the food and setting at Alma amazing, the staff is great too! It is perfectly situated amongst the trees, next to the fountain so I'd say it's the best spot at the Grove. I love sitting on the patio, it feels like vacation!
The food is great and Aidee and her team are wonderful. I'm glad to see that it's consistently busy there so I know that it's here to stay!
I highly recommend!“

“These are without question the best Tamales I have ever had. If you have not had them, you have not lived. If you have had them, then I consider you my brother (or sista) and would die alongside you in battle against anyone who claims they know where another tamale spot is.“

“Food was delicious I ordered three burritos a torta and total was 72 bux crazy right but what’s crazy is this economy anyway service was shit the lady was not friendly and def not in the mood to smile lol anyway hope this helps someone def would not come back though or will I 🤭“

“Ricas enchiladas la birria y por supuesto los huchepos 👌👌👌“

“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“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Guisasos is an LA institution that has maintained quality and consistensy over the 10+ years I've eaten their superb food even after multiple expansions. Flawless braised taco fillings, topped with a delicious dollops of sauce that are meant to complement the flavor as well as the color of the main ingredient. Thoughtful vegan and vegetarian options as well as meat heavy tacos. Handmade corn tortillas perfect sized. Tamales are awesome too. Of note, no bathroom and the lot is a paid lot however i have never seen enforcement so we always just take the chance.“

“El sabor de las comidas son auténticas delicias el ambiente muy amigable. Recomiendo ampliamente a Cemiches restaurante gracias amigo yoyó y Lupe“

“Great food and great service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Los tacos de chicharrón y de pastor 😋“

“Costa Grande Restaurant has received positive reviews for its authentic Mexican cuisine. If you're looking for fresh, handmade tortillas and flavorful dishes, it might be a great choice. The restaurant is known for its tacos, enchiladas verde, and burritos that impress even California transplants1. If you're in the Los Angeles area, the Van Nuys location also has good ratings, with customers praising its fish tacos and friendly service. Would you like more details on the menu or customer experiences?“

“The Queso Tacos and San Marcos Style Tacos Dorados, with consome, are hands down the real deal. So delicious! The Cucumber Agua Fresca was the perfect compliment drink. Best in the Valley.“

“I love the chilaquiles! The food selection is great and the prices are reasonable“

“good test 👌 good service“

“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“

“Great, creative menu and very personal focused service. Jose and his team are amazing“

“Here’s a review of three items I tried! (Prices subject to change.)

Pastrami Taco ($6.50)

Perfect taco bite for breakfast! Crispy pieces of pastrami & a sunny-side-up egg give you a mouthful of flavor.

Mushroom Taco ($8)

Even if you don’t eat meat or are fasting, Tu Madre has some great vegetarian options! The mushrooms were soft, packed with pickles, & didn’t feel like a cheap meat substitute.

Quesadilla + Chicken ($15.50 + $4.50 protein)

The quesadilla itself is plenty for one person or to split between two! The cheese inside is creamy, the chicken is tender, & the cheese on the outside is crispy. It almost feels like eating a pizza slice. The portion size for this price is amazing, & it includes sour cream, guac, & pico to dip your quesadilla in.“

“👍 good food and nice people“

“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.“

“The Queso Tacos and San Marcos Style Tacos Dorados, with consome, are hands down the real deal. So delicious! The Cucumber Agua Fresca was the perfect compliment drink. Best in the Valley.“

“I live about 2 mins away from this place and tell you the breakfast burritos here are so delicious for the price of $6. Truly amazing. Be sure to help your self with free black beans on the side and a huge selection of salsa too. Best breakfast burritos in Sun Valley.“

“The service was excellent! Our server was incredibly attentive—she kept our chips, pico de gallo, and waters refilled throughout the meal and checked on us regularly to ensure we had everything we needed for a relaxing dinner.

The food was absolutely delicious! I ordered the shrimp fajitas while my husband had the asada tacos. The portions were perfect, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I only wish we lived closer so we could visit more often. This place is excellent!“

“By hand, from scratch, hot and delicious and you're not breaking your budget, the best kept secret of the San Fernando Valley. Thank the maker they don't have a website, it's busy enough.“

“Delicious food and drinks!!!“

“Muy rica comida excelente servicio, muy amables todos 🥰“

“Most advanced taco truck I’ve ever been to. Walk up order on an iPad that’s playing music (+vibes), ordering was easy to edit my preferences and tap to pay, they have a menu with PICTURES of all their food (I wish every restaurant and food truck would do this it’s very helpful) and they call out ur name when it’s ready. Burrito was incredible 10/10“

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

“rico todo y excelente atencion“

“Las conchitas de Taro son deliciosas y Araceli me atendio miy bien“

“La birria está muy rica ...!!! (chivo) RECOMENDADO!!!“

“The Menudo was Extremely Good 😊, Luv every bit of it. Might not be your Elegant Restaurant or even Luxurious, but the fact the Atmosphere was Amazing. The Service was Excellent. Is nice home feeling, the best thing of All, the Vibes were great. It made you feel welcome & appreciate. Was my first time with my friend & Family. In overall was the Best of the Best Menudo. I had. Highly Recommend it. Great Prices. Excellent Food. Fast Service, Extremely Clean. Food was Serve Hot. Love it😊“

“definitivamente el mejor lugar 😉“