50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Playa Vista

“Strong drinks, nice ambiance, great servers, but the food was just average.“

“UNREAL!!! I randomly heard about it on Guacamole day on local news & now an absolute FAVORITE, took my mom 88 & now her favorite... I have to remember 1st time no hot chili because the taste of the vegetables are so good (salmon bowl)
Now I have to shout out (forgot his name 😳) but EVERY TIME HE IS BEYOND AMAZING, & it's a struggle with caregiving my mom... if she wants another pillow on the seat or her wheelchair ♿️ he right there EVERY TIME... PLAYA VISTA TOCAYA: WE LOOOOOOOOOVE YOU... Actually I think I have to pick up late lunch... it's a little hidden... not in the restaurant area of Millennium Drive... near Honest Company in office bldg. Area“

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

“Just tried MIRATE Restaurant the food was amazing! Definitely worth checking out if you love great flavors.“

“Delicious and healthy food!“

“Exquisito todo y el servicio excelente yo si regreso“

“best food and customer service 🥰“

“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💥“

“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!❤“

“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 -“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“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“

“Delicious authentic Mexican food, Great customer service!“

“Great food.. bad service! Server seemed out of it ? my food came to my table and no utensils. I waited a couple of minutes for the server (only 1 server?) to come around but no luck. I got up and went to the front counter to get what I needed. I was really annoyed at this point. Keep in mind there was only one other table dining in so it wasn't busy or I would've been more considerate.

The food is great but you guys really need to improve your service.“

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

“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.“

“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“

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

“Calo K's ceviche is delicious.“

“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“

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

“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“

“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.“

“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.“

“the fish is fresh and yum. not flakey fish.“

“Food was great our server Dominique was great!“

“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“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Delicious food and drinks“

“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 👌“

“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.“

“Good food and fast service.“

“Love the Place, Will join again“

“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“

“The best Mexican food in LA County!“

“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.“

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

“Fantastic food and great service“

“What a beautiful restaurant for a night out. From the moment I walked in, it felt like I was stepping into the most beautiful restaurant with a front row view to the fountains and some good food. My favorite was the esquite. With every bite I took, I felt the tangy flavor from the seasonings and it was delightful! Not too overpowering. I ended the night with dessert and it was amazing.“

“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!“

“We are a family from Taiwan who enjoyed wonderful breakfasts here for three consecutive days. The staff were patient and explained each dish in detail; despite the language barrier, the service quality remained outstanding. The food was delicious and generously portioned—I especially recommend the Sausage and the Asada Plate (the Beef Ribs option might be even better). Thank you to the team for your attentive hospitality; you set the tone for a great day of travel!“

“I'm gonna miss LA, but Papi Tacos in Santa Monica made my last day unforgettable! Being conveniently close to the Fairmont, I swung by for a taste of something I just can't get at home. The platter for one was absolute perfection - an assortment of tacos that hit all the right spots. But let's talk about that consommé... it was like a warm hug for my tacos. Dunking each bite into that rich, flavorful broth was pure bliss. If you're ever in LA and craving authentic tacos, Papi Tacos is a must-visit. I'm already planning my next trip back 🤤🌮️.“