50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Playa Del Rey

“Amazing food not too far from the beach with absolutely awesome customer service! The #Vegan plates and chips and salsa cannot be beat anywhere close. The ambiance is casual and cool! LOVE this place!❤“

“Excellent fish tacos. My cod was cooked perfectly with a good salsa some nice cabbage everything fresh and healthy. My friend has the Nepali tacos which were very good too. They have a big menu for breakfast and lunch. It all looks delicious.“

“Good neighborhood Mexican food.“

“Absolutely delicious food. Chulita Bowl was fantastic, hibiscus mimosa and latte were so good. Friendly staff too! Thanks for the wonderful brunch. 🙏🧜🏽‍♀️“

“Delicious and healthy food!“

“Exquisito todo y el servicio excelente yo si regreso“

“best food and customer service 🥰“

“Friendly customer service 😍. Food was very good, especially the Spanish Sticky Date Cake 😋!“

“Excellent service great ambience ‘ they also have the amazing tequila card with a variety of tequilas . P“

“Beautiful little restaraunt by Manhattan Beach Pier. I’m there every year end of Aug.“

“🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Definitely Coming Back, Thank You For The Great Food, Hospitality, and Serving Chef Ismael💥“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“Delicious authentic Mexican food, Great customer service!“

“the best food and the best service🙏“

“While visiting Hermosa beach, came across this yummy spot 🙌 the options for tacos are wowwww same with the drinks 🙌 after much debating we went with :
Cochinita pibil taco
Chile relleno taco
Frijol con queso taco
Chicharrón taco
Shrimp taco
Steak picado taco

Also an amazing shrimp ceviche tostada

And yoooooo the drinks
Seasonal pumpkin orchard ufffff yummy
Agua de limón con pepino“

“A bit late, but I just have to share our incredible experience at La Fonda! We were a group of nine heading to a concert at the Kia Forum, so we already had some challenges—limited time before the show and managing a large group. I was prepared for things to be tricky, but Frances and the team made the entire evening seamless and absolutely stress-free.\n\nFrances was exceptional from the start. Her communication was clear, professional, and prompt, and she handled our group with such ease and expertise. She truly went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfectly timed for us to enjoy our dinner and make it to the concert without a hitch.\n\nWhen we arrived, the restaurant was bustling (there were other large groups also heading to the Kia Forum), but despite how busy it was, everything ran like clockwork. Our food arrived on time, and every single dish was delicious—every person in our group was impressed. The service was impeccable, even during such a high-pressure, busy time.\n\nParking? No issues at all, which is such a bonus when you’re on a tight schedule. And when it was time to head out, the staff made sure we had clear directions to the Kia Forum, saving us time and hassle.\n\nLa Fonda is now officially our go-to spot for pre-concert dinners! Fantastic food, flawless service, and a team that truly understands how to take care of their guests—even on a hectic night. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Food & service is always amazing! I left my wallet there & the staff helped me retrieve it when they were closed! They went above & beyond to help me -“

“El chato taco has quickly become my favorite place for tacos in West LA. Their al pastor is juicy and flavorful, and I always go for the salsa verde. The portions are generous, and the tacos are reasonably priced. The place has a chill vibe, and I’ve always had good service. It’s a great spot for a quick and tasty bite“

“One of my absolute favorite places to eat in Los Angeles!“

“Calo K's ceviche is delicious.“

“the prices aren't are not that expensive they got some good food here and good staff“

“It’s been one of the greatest experience at a restaurant with the sell Mexican food. He has the homemade flavor the people make you feel welcome. I highly recommend this shrimp tacos Those are fantastic. Everything is so clean. It really makes you wanting to come back“

“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.“

“I love this place. I am from Mexico and this place is just perfect, same quality of a good good restaurant in Oaxaca. The hand made Tortillas are the best in Los Angeles, loved the mole, I had the chile relleno, and it was an amazing vegetarian option for me. Service was so warm and friendly. I want to take all my friends to this place so Definitely I will be back!“

“The friendliest cafe in Manhattan Beach“

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

“Been there many times and it is awesome! Friendly, efficient staff, delicious food, and great bartenders! The owner is also very warm and welcoming. It is such a great Redondo Beach eatery, highly recommended 👌“

“Perhaps the best Al pastor tacos I’ve ever had, inarguably the best I’ve ever been served in a parking lot. The orange sauce is far spicier than you think it’ll be but that shouldn’t inhibit you from pouring it on. The passionfruit juice was a beautiful and refreshing way to recover from the heat! Worth going out of your way for and EXCEPTIONAL bang for your buck“

“A little not-too-out-of-the-way mexican restaurant. Both inside and outside dining at a fair price (remember this is LALA Land). No booze but only a $2 charge to bring your own. Friendly service. We visit santa monica/venice a few times a year and we'll put this place on our return list.“

“Amazing Experience! The Food is Delicious and Creative. The Margarita’s are just as unique and delicious, and the STAFF make you feel at home❣️🤗 Great Staff, Delicious Food & Great Drinks! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you for your wonderful hospitality❣️“

“This spot is soooo good! The staff had such great energy and it showed in how delicious the food was! The bread on the torta was so fresh and that corn tortilla was out of this woooorld. I also had a really great spicy marg with mezcal. I will be back.“

“Food was great our server Dominique was great!“

“Wandered in from the pier after looking at close restaurants with great Google reviews. Oscar made my meal really enjoyable. He made a delicious Oaxacan Old Fashioned (hint: ask for a Tajin rim) and the tacos were delicious. Highly recommend for friendly staff, delicious tacos (although this is NOT a taco place), and yummy drinks!“

“good serving… nice staffs“

“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.“

“Delicious food and drinks“

“I’ve been here twice in last week, and absolutely LOVE the red enchiladas. I’ve been missing the enchiladas back in my hometown and these have the same homemade feel. The chips are incredible, and the mild salsa with cilantro is to die for. Will definitely be making this a frequent stop of mine here in Los Angeles. So happy I found this place, if you’re on the fence about going, go try it!! You won’t be disappointed.“

“Good food and fast service.“

“Sooo good. I’m vegetarian and there’s lots of fun options (potato tacos, breakfast burrito… amazing), but the seafood also always looks super fresh and delicious. Love the atmosphere too— a very casual hole in the wall type place, but everyone is in a good mood and there’s always jazz playing.“

“10/10 The best friendly atmosphere Relaxing Great customer service Fresh food with in mins The Dodgers game was on I really enjoyed the restaurant I will recommend this to my friends and family please visit and enjoy The best in months“

“Was pretty good, loved the verde sauce and atmospheric grit. Was at the Hollywood Heritage Museum book sale today and saw the original vintage photos of the place. Very cool!“

“Desde que conocí este lugar para mí como oaxaqueño ha sido similar a tener un pequeño pedazo de mi tierra. La anatomía de una tlayuda sencilla hasta en los puestos de la calle es: la tlayuda, asiento, frijol, QUESILLO y verdura, pero… que te cobren el quesillo como un extra…??!!, entiendo la carne, pero el quesillo…????!!!! Eso es demasiado, tal vez en otro platillos en entendible, pero en una tlayuda…???!!! Fuera de eso, sigue estando rico todo.“

“If you are looking for halal Mexican food, that's the right address. I always take my guests to any of the Papi restaurants if they want to try Mexican cuisine - but I like the Santa Monica vibes more. Definitely recommended! And don't skip their beverages, each of them is an authentic gem.“

“Had my birthday dinner at this restaurant. The view from the balcony at night is so lovely. I had the Enmoladas dish; and it is a must try! The mole sauce is authentic and rich in flavor. Very nice staff as well. They were kind enough to sing me happy birthday 😊 I recommend making a reservation ahead of your visit.“

“The best Mexican food in LA County!“

“There is nothing better than el Tarasco, rosecrans Manhattan beach. I come back to socal twice a year to visit family and we never go back without stopping here. The chicken (hard shell fried) taco is the best in the world... make sure to order a side of guacamole, their habenero salsa and cheese quesadilla. If u want to branch out carne asada tacos or the junior burrito deluxe.. ,ant go wrong. Sitting at bar stools 300 feet from the beach at a genuine taco stand that's out of this world checks all the boxes. Bring your appetite morning or late night.“

“Their "Ricardo's Super Burrito" is the best! I order it wet style with enchilada sauce and melted cheese on top. They also include chips and salsa with the order. Delicious!“

“Fantastic food and great service“

“Me encanto este lugar todo muy rico y muy atentos buen servicio“