Spanish Restaurants in Los Angeles, CA

“Great food as usual and every time we come we have an excellent service. Love coming here!!!!“

“Great Mediterranean food experience, great wines and good presentation“

“I had breakfast and my friend had lunch. I ordered a la carte a pancake, egg and bacon. The egg was not cooked the way I liked it (even after I was specific with my order) and by the time I was bought another I was over it. The bacon was made properly so it was good along with the pancake however, the syrup had a strange taste. Overall, I was displeased as my food was cold and we all know breakfast food is better nice and hot. My friend had the BLT and that was actually very good (I did taste it) so I recommend the it. Though he was nice, I could tell my server was overwhelmed as it was hard to get his attention when needed. Though it was decent, there are things that need to be improved. Also, this place isn't very big so make a reservation as walking in could possibly have you waiting a long time for a table or put you at the bar.“

“Best food in town and sports merchandise“

“a cozy ambient venue for intimate concert setting!“

“The prawns were incredibly fresh, with absolutely no fishy smell. The sauce had the savory aroma of dried shrimp, with a hint of sour and spicy flavor, like a Spanish version of ceviche. A bite of shrimp followed by a bite of crispy potato created a wonderfully rich texture.“

“After our last experience trying to order food somewhere else, Nonna’s Empanadas completely saved the day.

My girlfriend and I ordered the beef empanada with ground beef, red peppers, olives, egg, and onion, and saying it was fantastic is honestly an understatement. It had that perfect “wow, this is actually really good” reaction from both of us.

The flavor was excellent, the filling was rich and balanced, and one empanada is the perfect amount to curb your appetite. Two would definitely be a full meal.

My girlfriend and I both agreed it was absolutely fantastic. Simple, delicious, and memorable. Huge wow factor. We’ll definitely be back.“

“la comida es deliciosa y las meseras ni se diga... muy ..... amables“

“My entire experience was extremely disappointing. The bartender was rude and demonstrated a complete lack of customer service from the moment my guest and I sat at the bar. We were not greeted at all. When we asked about drink options and specials, she immediately rang up the order and shoved the handheld payment device in our faces without explaining that payment was required upfront or offering any communication whatsoever.

When we attempted to get her attention afterward, she brushed us off repeatedly. The food that arrived was burnt and tasted terrible. When we asked to speak with a manager, we were told that they did not speak English, which was both frustrating and unacceptable.

The only person who showed any level of professionalism or care was the security guard, who did his best to assist us. Ultimately, we received a refund and left.

As a restaurant consultant, I found this experience especially disheartening. I will not be returning, particularly if this bartender remains in place. Customer service, communication, and basic hospitality were entirely absent.“

“I'm very picky when it comes to shrimp. I got Camarones a La Diabla and they were delicious! We also got Ceviche de Pescado and it was delicious and tasted very clean. Even the salad dressing is good. The rice was perfect and the customer service was beautiful. I will definitely come back a lot! Thank you!

The aguachile is the bomb! Went back and tried it today. They prepared the bowl with all the fixings and then they give you the chile on the side for you to pour in and control the spiciness. Flavorful and very delicious!“

“The food was complexly flavorful, and very thoughtfully presented. The trout escabeche and the mushroom ragout coca were the stand outs to us. However, although we mentioned this was our first anniversary dinner, it went un acknowledged by our the host and server and we felt largely ignored by our waitstaff. So not a good place to go if you’re celebrating something big.“

“A hidden gem in the heart of Koreatown, Xecul offers a warm, authentic taste of Guatemala! My sister and I have visited twice, and as non-Latina/os, we were blown away by the kindness and hospitality—especially from the sweet and welcoming waitstaff (Anna is a highlight!). Knowing some Spanish helps (high school level + Google Translate worked fine for me), since the staff seems to speak primarily Spanish. Nonetheless, if you're willing to make the effort with rudimentary Spanish, the patient and friendly waiting staff should treat you fine.

The cozy, colorful space feels like a true local favorite, buzzing with regulars (including even charming musicians on the weekend). Standouts include the rich and savory pepián chicken, tender and delicious carne asada, and incredibly refreshing iced juices. Prices are slightly high, but completely fair for the high quality. If you're craving something off the beaten path and full of heart and decliciousness, Xecul is absolutely worth the detour.“

“yummy pupusas, spicy and briny curtido, and fresh juice, it’s hard to go wrong. while i waited for my order i saw multiple people coming in for the ice cream and someone sent remittances, and i thought to myself “wow, what a resource to the community.” truly an iconic establishment of cypress park.“

“Went for a birthday celebration. They had marimba and they do celebrate your birthday. My brother chosed this place because of the amazing guatemalan cuisine. Food excellent, service took a while but eventually got there ambiance was loud but the had the marimba on saturday morning, music and TVs on because of the world cup. A bit too loud for my opinion but im sure it must not be like that all the time.“

“Sarita’s Pupuseria is one of those places where you immediately know you made the right decision the second you take your first bite. Honestly, give me 20. No hesitation.

You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but the revuelta is the one. If there were such a thing as a perfect bite, it would be that pupusa with curtido and just a little drop of their salsa. It’s warm, savory, slightly tangy, and hits every note exactly the way it should.

Everything is made to order, so come with a little patience. But that’s part of the experience. Watching them press, fill, and cook each pupusa is its own kind of show. These aren’t rushed. They’re crafted. And you can taste that in every bite.

It’s the kind of food that feels simple but is done so well it stays with you. Add in the fact that it has a little movie moment tied to it, and it just makes the whole experience even better.

All worth the wait. Every single time.“