50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Valley Glen

“Love the food here. The tacos are excellent and the quesadillas are phenomenal. The owners are super friendly, attentive, and the prices are fair. If you see their tent, run right to em and get a quesadilla stat!! Their barbacoa is some of the best I've ever had.“

“Clean restaurant. Friendly staff. Delicious food. I came for a beef soup - cAldo de res. It was very good. Good portions, fair and competitive prices. Prices are marked in front of the item so you know what you are paying for and how much. Very satisfied customer. Thank you. Will recommend and return.“

“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👍“

“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“

“Found this place purely by chance but so glad we did .. all the traditional Mexican fare is there but we settled on the pozole.. which was sensational .. my suegro tells me it was just as enjoyable for him and he has eaten a lot of pozole !! .. plenty of meat and hominy in the broth and good serve of cilantro onion lettuce (not cabbage) oregano and chilli flakes to garnish with a good handful of chips to snack on .. absolutely no hesitation going back for more .. @gavsgoodgrub on Insta“

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

“Delicious and healthy food!“

“best food and customer service 🥰“

“Exquisito todo y el servicio excelente yo si regreso“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“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“

“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.“

“El Chato Taco Truck:
A popular local taco truck known for its authentic, flavorful Mexican street food. The tacos are made with fresh ingredients and bold seasonings, delivering a satisfying punch of flavor in every bite. Favorites include carne asada and al pastor, with generous portions and well-balanced toppings. The vibe is casual and laid-back, perfect for a quick, tasty meal on the go. Great value for money, making it a must-try for taco lovers seeking genuine street-style eats.“

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

“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 -“

“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.“

“Food was great our server Dominique was great!“

“I'm from out of town, but have come here twice now. Incredible food each time, and such friendly staff. The vibes are immaculate, too. Salsa & guacamole are both on point.I would be willing to throw hands for the carnitas, perfectly seasoned and crispy on the edges.“

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

“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%.“

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

“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!“

“Great authentic Mexican spot — super tasty and great value

Loved this place! It’s a small, lively, no-frills Mexican spot on Melrose — you order on a machine and they call your number when it’s ready.

The food is really delicious, very authentic, fresh, and full of flavor — not touristy at all. You can actually see the team cooking right in front of you, which makes it clear everything is fresh.

The vibe is fun and energetic, with loud Spanish music playing, which adds to the experience. Seating is limited (mostly counter seating), but there are a few tables outside on a small terrace.

We’re a French family with three children, and during our 4-day stay in Los Angeles we had lunch here and absolutely loved it.

Overall, a great quality/price ratio — highly recommended!“

“Love the people and food is amazing!!“

“I’m new to the community so I decided to try this local food joint. I had their tamales Veracruz de salsa verde and omg!!! Super good 😭😭 I also tried their empanada de birria and that was really good too. I will definitely be back. Amo la cosina de mi gente mexicana!“

“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!!!“

“Love the Place, Will join again“

“Great waters and friendly staff :)“

“Delicious Mexican food on the Westside“

“This food is great! Got a plate of carnitas and chile verde with extra habanero and it did not disappoint. I have a very high tolerance for spicy foods and I told them I wanted it to be extra spicy. The chili verde was not only very spicy but the meat itself was so good. I am sweating while typing this review. When I heard the blender in the back, I knew it was them blending in peppers for me. I’ll probably never get it this spicy but trust me I will finish my plate 🤣.
The carnitas are cooked to perfection. No complaints at all. I will be back and thank you again for making my chili verde muy picante!
(I’ll be sure to get it as is next time lol.)

My only complaint is the rice and beans portions. I wish it was more but they did put a good amount of proteins on both plates nevertheless, that won’t stop me from being a regular.“

“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!“

“A must try for anyone around the area. Not only is the food made fresh all the time
But there smoothies and the different types of variety they offer can't go wrong. This place will not disappoint you. Better to call and place your order for pickup. It's worth it“

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

“Comida deliciosa y servicio excelente!!!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“We have been going to Don Cuco’s for many many years!!! Family celebrations are always fun & tasty !!“

“I was told this place was good by a group of friends. I was invited to a Torta with Carne Asada and was very impressed by the quality. It's very authentic food , flavor packed Mexican food a 2am hits different.
I definitely want to go back!
The area is a little tight and parking isint the best and it is a little sketchy at night around there“

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

“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.“

“I always passed by here and assumed it wouldn't taste authentic and when I finally decided to stop by and test it out I was proven wrong. The Birria Torta tasted amazing and melts in your mouth. It has avocado in it with no extra charge and the price is very reasonable. It costs less than food truck. 10/10 would recommend.“

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