Guisados, El Cholo and many other incredible neighborhood gems serve up some killer mexican grub in DTLA. Take some time out to try out the options below.
Guisados DTLA
Address: 541 S Spring St, Ste 101, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone: (213) 627-7656
Yelp link: (4.5 stars with 800+ reviews)
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- Cool Mexican spot with some unique soft taco options
- We love the Chiles Toreados – Habanero, serrano, jalapeno, and thai chiles blistered together over high heat. Served on top black beans. This taco is extremely spicy.
Yxta Cocina Mexicana
Address: 601 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone: (213) 596-5579
Yelp link: (4 stars with 700+ reviews)
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- Definitely start with the house gauc – it’s huge and amazing
- Great ambiance and décor with a laid back feel but nice enough for date night
Mas Malo
Address: 515 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Phone: (213) 985-4332
Yelp link: (3 stars with 1000+ reviews)
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- Fun spot right below/adjacent to Seven Grand – they make a mean cucumber margarita
Casa La Doña
Cheers to Bonnie Argo and her million-dollar smile
Address: 800 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Phone: (213) 627-7441
Yelp link: (4.5 stars with 300+ reviews)
- They have house made tortillas but those aren’t what they use on Taco Tuesdays – so splurge a little for the slightly more expensive tacos
El Cholo
Huge thanks to the always dapper Parimal M. Rohit
Address: 1037 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 746-7750
Yelp link: (3.5 stars with 400+ reviews)
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- Classic, well-known LA institution – almost everyone has had a meal at one of the LA locations
