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Chulita
Master Critic Reviews (2 Lists)
Chulita
7.9
Alta-California small plates and mezcal-forward cocktails in a stylish West Adams room. The menu leans snacky and vegetable-friendly, with bright salsas, fresh seafood bites, and creative tacos that feel modern without losing Mexican grounding.
Must-Try Dishes:
Guacamole with tostadas, Sweet potato taquitos, Hamachi ceviche
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Modern botanas-and-mezcal concept with global flavor touches.
Who should go: Cocktail lovers and small-plate grazers.
When to visit: Early evening for easier seating.
What to order: Guac, sweet potato taquitos, ceviche.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar for mezcal guidance and off-menu pours.
Chulita
8.1
A lively mezcal-and-botanas spot with polished, modern tacos and a Tulum-meets-West-Adams dining room. Expect thoughtful fillings, bright acids, and cocktails that pair well with seafood and veggie-forward tacos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish taco, Barbacoa taco, Sweet potato taquitos
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Cocktail-forward taco bar with a stylish room and refined fillings.
Who should go: Friends or dates who want tacos plus mezcal.
When to visit: Friday night for energy, weekday happy hour for ease.
What to order: Fish taco, barbacoa taco, cucumber-jalapeño margarita.
Insider tip: Sit near the bar to sample rotating mezcal flights.