50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Valley Glen

“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.“

“Best taco stand in Los Angeles. The Barbacoa is the best I've ever tried, the habanero sauce is fire. Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos you can't go wrong with anything. Plus the bar is amazing. Overall great experience.

Vegetarian options: Veggie tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and nachos“

“This place has the best carnitas I've had from this place all the way to the border in San Diego. Juicy, flavorful carnitas with the skins. I ordered 1lb of just meat. Side of their gauca salsa and a red and green salsa. The green salsa is very, very good. Red is also very good. Just randomly looked for a Mexican place near me and this was a hit. Cannot recommend the carnitas enough“

“Can't wait to come back on this store for treating so kind and helpful for their customers particularly for first time visit. Friendly staff and good quality of food, fast service too.

Dietary restrictions: great for health choice of food selection including the ingredients and the way the chicken was cooked and prepared.“

“Muy rico todo lo que venden de comida y el ambiente muy alegre y con los Mariachis más se alegra uno de visitar el restaurant👍“

“Great service.and SABROSISIMO!! Clean and everything fresh. We " ll be back Sure!!“

“The food used to be real bad but to my surprise it has greatly improved they must have hired a new cook! The place is very clean an so the restroom soccer games on flat screens you may have to wait for food but is all about the time of the day and how busy they are like any other place for this I give them four stars“

“If you are wanting ? food and the best customer service in LA. THIS IS THE SPOT! When we walked in the workers greated us with excitement and joy. They are passionate about the food and want you to enjoy it letting us try small samples of the meets before ordering. THE FOOD DOES NOT DISAPOINT. Full of flavor and great portion size. Would highly recommend.“

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

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“Food was great our server Dominique was great!“

“best food and customer service 🥰“

“Exquisito todo y el servicio excelente yo si regreso“

“So glad my daughter and I stopped here. We each had breakfast burritos and they were excellent. Not only delicious, but big. We both tried the hot salsa and liked it. The atmosphere was very inviting. The service was the best I've received in a very long time. The server was very attentive and sweet. The cook came out and asked if we were enjoying our meal. He was interested in our feedback. We both decided we would be back even though we don't live in the area. It was definitely worth the effort of finding parking. Don't pass this place up
PS, the cook let us try the birria. That's what I'm ordering next time. Yum“

“The food here is so fresh and tasty! We had refreshing watermelon drinks and ceviche with chips and salsa. The atmosphere was relaxing and air conditioned. Nice, music and ambiance filled with lush green palms. Our server Genesis was very helpful, and accommodating. Will definitely be back!“

“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“

“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 -“

“When I tell you this place is incredible… on every point! Food amazing, atmosphere is such a vibe, service and staff are so welcoming and accommodating and QUICK!

We ordered the following for 3 people and were stuffed and had plenty of leftovers:

- chips and trio of salsa: I am still mind blown about the variety of salsas, the flavor complexity, the range of spice and ingredients in each. 10/10

- squash blossoms (forgot to take picture): so delightful, stuffed with a cheese mixture and the perfect consistency and crunch on the fried blossom. 10/10

- 3 mole plate: loved trying the different mole options, my palate is not quite as seasoned when it comes to mole so I favored the “traditional” sweeter brown mole. Would just get this one next time (forgot what they called it) 8.7/10

- carne asada plate: an assortment of Oaxacan cheese, grilled cactus, beans, mole enchilada, and the most tender, flavorful and juicy steak. Just wow 10/10

Churros: omg…. Just omg. Melt in your mouth churros, most DELECTABLE Mexican dark chocolate to dip them in… I dream about these 10/10

This is now our go-to Mexican spot. Such an elevated take on our traditional Mexican food outings. Prices were very fair especially for the quality and ambiance of this places picking up a to-go order as we speak.

It’s worth noting that we went with our friend who was born in Mexico City and has had the best of the best Oaxacan food and she was floored by this place!“

“Love the people and food is amazing!!“

“Clean is my utmost priority when I go to eat out. This place is spotless. They take your plates from you as soon as you are finished. They ask politely to remove them. Taco Tuesday is my favorite night to go. 3 tacos about 10 ish. The shrimp n chicken tacos are my favorites. Cool music and not too loud. Must try the cucumber drink easy ice. lol. . I ate so fast I forgot to take photos. But hey. Next Tuesday I’ll play Ellen Von Un.

Dietary restrictions: Fresh rotisserie chicken is delicious. Great flavor.

Parking: I always get a spot. Butbb be on taco Tuesday it’s crowded. But hey. It’s taco Tuesday.

Kid-friendliness: A few kid portion items are reasonably price. Good portions.“

“Esta muy buena la comida Recomendado al 💯👌🏽😋“

“I passed this place a dozen times. This morning I was craving some breakfast. I asked for something that was not even on the menu. A chilaquiles burrito. He said I will be happy to make it for you. It was awesome! Everything I wanted wrapped in that burrito. Great place the owner is so friendly and gracious. I highly recommend that everyone support this wonderful small business!“

“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%.“

“Original little Mexican restaurant. Rustic and not chic but great food and ambience! The shop is small and only offers bar stools to sit on in the fully visible kitchen, where several chefs are busy preparing and serving up the delicious food.“

“Delicious food and drinks!!!“

“Joselito’s is such an amazing restaurant! I had, probably, the best carnitas dinner and chips and guacamole (made fresh to order) I’ve ever experienced. A must go to whenever in the Tujunga area.“

“I would share a photo but the food is gone. I was late to what I learned is a local favorite and nothing missed.i can’t wait to go back.

Okay so Millionaire Burrito - bomb. The secret is in the steak. Cooked Medium. Also the portioning is perfect. Also toasted? Was it toasted? Idk but wow.

The Mango Juice - to me more like a high quality mango smoothie with no ice. It literally tastes like they picked the mango at the perfect ripeness and they juiced it theirselves

The Churro - admittedly I normally hate the cream inside of a churro, but today I stepped out of my comfort zone and now I’m convinced that homemade churros are the only churros that exist.

Listen, I’m so happy that this is a few blocks away, and that I can try more things. Best Mexican food on this side of town.“

“atienden muy bien los meseros son muy serviciales todos y la manager pregunta si todo esta bien estan al pendiente en todo momento muy buen servicio“

“Muy rica la comida y excelente servicio“

“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.“

“Love the Place, Will join again“

“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.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A Must-Visit Spot – Even for Out-of-Towners!

As someone visiting from out of town, I was hoping to find a local gem—and Baja Grill Cantina Lounge was absolutely amazing! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm welcome and seated right away.

Our server, Lela, was phenomenal. She was super knowledgeable about the menu and made us feel right at home. We started with the chips and salsa—Lela let us know about the spice level, which was so thoughtful—and they were delicious. The tacos were amazing, packed with bold flavor and cooked to perfection.

We also tried the prickly pear cocktail, and it was a total standout—refreshing, vibrant, and just the right amount of sweetness.

The vibe here was amazing. Even without karaoke, there was a fun, upbeat atmosphere, and you could still dance the afternoon away while enjoying another drink. It was the perfect mix of great food, great drinks, and great energy.

Lela’s superior customer service truly made the experience memorable—she made us feel so welcome. This was my first time here, but definitely not the last. If you’re in town, Baja Grill is a must—and don’t forget to ask for Lela!
She’ll take care of you.“

“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!“

“Yummy food. Good customer service. Very nice people“

“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.“

“The owner and all workers make you feel at home with their pleasant attitude Food is delicious“

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

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

“Desde san francisco vine a probar este restaurant y lo recomiendo 100% toda mi familia de 9 personas se fueron enamoradas de Jesús fue el mesero un gran mesero. Muy buena calidad todo bien calientito, Erick fue el host muy amable parece el dueño se asegura que todo esté en orden nombre me fue enamora gracias @cafe de olla mil gracias“

“Great waters and friendly staff :)“

“Omg so delicious! I wanted to go today because I was thinking about those beans. They do something crazy good here 🔥🔥🔥 can’t wait to go tomorrow though. Highly recommend“

“Place is great, good service portions quality and service.

It’s hard to find a place that has seafood burritos and I’m excited to try the 6$ breakfast burrito..

Vegetarian options: There are good options, labeling on ingredients for beans and rice could be emphasized for lard and chicken stock.“

“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!“

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

“Homemade food, like our grandmothers do, that's the food of this place. The beef soup tastes authentic (this is not sewn), it is delicious. The service is very good, the place is small but good, I invite you to visit this place and enjoy a meal as if it were made at home.“

“😋 their sopas a very delicious….“

“good test 👌 good service“

“I have been following tacos 1986 on Instagram (joy tostada) and have been wanting to try his tacos. we planned a family vacations to California to try their tacos and they did not disappoint. Tacos were DELICIOUS!! and the staff was very friendly. We even came in more than once to eat. Highly recommend it.“