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Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
Master Critic Reviews (6 Lists)
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
7.5
A birria-focused Mexican kitchen serving rich, chile-stained stews and dunkable quesabirria in a delivery-friendly format. The meat is deeply braised and the consommé is the real hook. Best for takeout nights when you want bold, comforting flavors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria tacos, Birria ramen, Consommé dip
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Birria done with real depth and a craveable consommé.
Who should go: Birria fans and takeout comfort seekers.
When to visit: Dinner hours for hottest, freshest birria.
What to order: Quesabirria, birria ramen, consommé.
Insider tip: Order extra consommé—worth it for dipping everything.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Pico and side streets is the main option; generally manageable but can tighten during dinner hours.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable—most guests come in everyday wear.
Noise level: Low to moderate; easy for conversation since most orders are takeout-focused.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on birria demand.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, quick turnaround for pickup.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—nachos, quesadillas, and sides are available, but the menu centers heavily on birria.
Vegan options: Very limited—salsas and sides only; not ideal for full vegan meals.
Gluten-free options: Decent options—birria plates, consommé, and most tacos (corn tortillas) work well, but confirm cross-contact if sensitive.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual nights or shared takeout than a sit-down first date—it’s about comfort food, not ambience.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is limited but rarely full; most customers order for pickup or delivery.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—portions are flexible and mild options are available; ideal for families needing quick meals rather than long dine-ins.
Best For
Better for: Deep, richly braised birria and consommé-based dishes—its slow-cooked flavors beat most casual birria spots in the ZIP.
Skip if: You want a dine-in atmosphere, broad vegetarian options, or something lighter than hearty stews and melted-cheese comfort.
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
8.1
A birria-focused kitchen inside the Beverly Bites food hall, delivering rich, chile-stained tacos that travel well. The meat is tender and deeply seasoned, and the consomé adds the extra comfort-food pull. Ideal for takeout nights when you want something hearty and specific.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria tacos, Birria plate, Asada tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Birria specialist with strong consomé-driven quesatacos.
Who should go: Takeout crews and birria loyalists.
When to visit: Evenings for a hot, fresh pickup.
What to order: Quesabirria tacos, birria plate, asada taco.
Insider tip: Get extra consomé—dip every bite.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Beverly Bites has its own small lot with limited spaces; street parking on Beverly and adjacent residential blocks is typically available but can be tight during peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable—most guests are picking up or eating quickly at shared hall seating.
Noise level: Moderate; as a food hall, there’s a steady hum but nothing overwhelming for quick conversations.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes depending on birria demand; food hall lines move quickly.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, though orders may take 5–10 minutes to prepare.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—primarily sides and non-meat tacos if available; this is a birria-forward concept.
Vegan options: Very limited—most core items contain meat or dairy.
Gluten-free options: Good options—corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free and the birria plates work well; confirm sauces if sensitive.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a first date—it's a casual food hall setup better suited for quick, hearty meals rather than extended sit-down conversation.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—Beverly Bites is walk-in only. Seating is communal and first-come, first-served, but turnover is fast.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—casual environment with quick service and straightforward flavors; no special kids’ menu, but tacos and sides work well for most ages.
Best For
Better for: Birria-focused comfort food with rich consomé that travels better than most nearby taco spots.
Skip if: You want a full-service experience, vegetarian variety, or a quieter sit-down meal—this is a pickup-first operation inside a food hall.
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
7.7
A tiny birria-focused counter that stays open around the clock, built for no-frills late-night taco runs. The menu is narrow but satisfying, with rich consommé and crispy-edged quesabirria doing the heavy lifting for value-minded after-hours eaters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria tacos, Birria plate, Consommé cup
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: 24-hour birria comfort with a straight-to-the-point menu.
Who should go: Late-night birria fans and budget hunters.
When to visit: Midnight to 2am for fastest pickups.
What to order: Quesabirria tacos, birria plate, consommé.
Insider tip: Ask for the crispiest taco batch fresh off the griddle.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; generally easy after 9pm but can be tight during early evenings near the corridor.
Dress code: Completely casual; come as you are, especially for late-night runs.
Noise level: Low to moderate depending on foot traffic; mostly takeout-focused with minimal ambient noise.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes, mostly tied to griddle turnover rather than lines.
Weekday lunch: No real wait; food comes out quickly even during light rushes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Extremely limited; birria-focused menu means only basic sides qualify.
Vegan options: Not suitable; core items rely heavily on beef and dairy.
Gluten-free options: Decent flexibility; corn tortillas and consommé make it workable for most gluten-avoidant diners.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal; it’s a counter-service, no-frills setup built for quick bites rather than atmosphere.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—there are no reservations here, and you’ll usually find a spot or grab takeout quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Works for older kids who like tacos, but limited seating and late-night crowds make it less ideal for younger children.
Best For
Better for: Late-night birria value—especially crisp quesabirria and rich consommé at a true budget price point.
Skip if: You want a sit-down Mexican meal with ambiance, broader menus, or vegetarian/vegan choices.
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
8.1
A tiny birria-focused counter that runs late (often 24 hours), built for no-frills taco runs in the Pico corridor. The birria is rich and properly stewed, and the crisped quesabirria edges give you that addictive dip-and-crunch payoff. Best when you want flavor density over ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria tacos, Birria plate with consommé, Birria ramen
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Deep, beefy birria done for true late-night taco cravings.
Who should go: Night owls and birria purists.
When to visit: After 9pm for peak late-night runs.
What to order: Quesabirria, birria tacos, consommé.
Insider tip: Ask for extra crispy griddle sear on the tacos.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; usually available on Pico or adjacent residential blocks, though it can be tight after 8pm.
Dress code: Completely casual—hoodies, tees, and post-gym outfits are the norm.
Noise level: Low to moderate; it’s a counter setup with light kitchen noise but easy for conversation.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes depending on birria rush hours.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait, though service is counter-order only.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited—usually just beans and rice combinations.
Vegan options: Minimal options; not a strong fit for fully plant-based diners.
Gluten-free options: Most corn-tortilla items are naturally gluten-free, but there is no dedicated GF prep space.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if your date loves low-key taco runs; it’s flavor-first, ambiance-last, so better for casual hangs than romantic settings.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—no reservations are accepted. It’s counter service with limited seating, so expect to grab a quick table or eat on the go.
Is it kid-friendly? Kid-friendly for quick meals; no high chairs or structured seating, but families often stop by for simple tacos and plates.
Best For
Better for: Late-night birria depth, rich consommé, and fast, no-nonsense service that beats many pricier spots on pure flavor payoff.
Skip if: You want atmosphere, large seating areas, or extensive dietary accommodations; this is a strictly comfort-first taco counter.
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
7.7
A Beverly Bites stall built around comforting birria plates and tacos, with slow-cooked depth and generous portions. Flavors skew home-style rather than polished, but the core birria execution is strong for the area. Good for a warm, hearty cheap Mexican fix that travels well.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Birria ramen, Birria plate with rice and beans
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Hearty birria-focused menu in a low-key food-hall setup.
Who should go: Birria crews and comfort seekers.
When to visit: Evenings for freshest batches.
What to order: Birria tacos, birria ramen, birria plate.
Insider tip: Get the ramen only if you want extra richness—it's heavy.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Shared surface lot at Beverly Bites with limited spaces; nearby metered street parking usually available before 6pm but fills after.
Dress code: Casual—come as you are; no need to dress up in a food-hall environment.
Noise level: Moderate; food-hall bustle but still easy to hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on birria batch turnover.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited—mostly sides like rice, beans, and chips/salsas.
Vegan options: Minimal—only a couple of sides qualify.
Gluten-free options: Most birria plates and tacos can be made gluten-free with corn tortillas; no dedicated prep area.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if the goal is casual, no-frills comfort food. It’s a food-hall stall, so not ideal for ambiance-focused dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is open food-hall style, first-come, first-served. Tables turn quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—plenty of space, quick service, and mild options for younger eaters. No high chairs or formal kids’ menu, but families fit fine.
Best For
Better for: Generous birria portions, heavier comfort dishes, and fast service compared to more polished sit-down Mexican spots in the area.
Skip if: You want a full-service restaurant, lighter fare, or an ambiance-forward experience.
Abuelita's Birria & Mexican Food (Beverly Bites Food Hall)
7.6
A food-hall birria counter that leans into saucy, slow-cooked comfort tacos—excellent for a casual happy-hour graze with friends. The setting is more grab-and-go than lounge, but the tacos deliver that rich, stewy payoff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Birria quesadilla, Consommé dip cup
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Food-hall birria tacos built for dipping and sharing.
Who should go: Birria fans and casual snack-hour crews.
When to visit: Late afternoon for an easy walk-up bite.
What to order: Birria tacos, quesadilla, consommé.
Insider tip: Get extra consommé—best way to level up each bite.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Beverly Bites Food Hall has a small shared lot with limited spaces; street parking on adjacent residential blocks is usually available before 6pm but tight afterward.
Dress code: Casual; come as you are—food hall energy means no dress expectations.
Noise level: Moderate to lively depending on crowd; conversation is doable but expect food-hall buzz.
Weekend wait: Usually no formal wait since it's counter-service, but lines can run 10–15 minutes during peak hours.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait with quick turnaround.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—mostly sides and non-birria cheese items depending on rotation.
Vegan options: Very limited—birria focus means few plant-based options.
Gluten-free options: Some corn-tortilla items may be gluten-free, but no dedicated prep area for strict needs.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're aiming for something ultra-casual and low-pressure; the food hall setting isn’t intimate but works for a quick, fun meet-up.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's entirely open seating inside the food hall. Tables turn fast but can fill during peak hours, so consider off-peak if you need guaranteed space.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—food halls are generally flexible for families. Good for older kids who can handle a busy environment; limited amenities for toddlers.
Best For
Better for: Birria lovers who want quick, satisfying tacos without committing to a sit-down restaurant; ideal for groups with mixed tastes thanks to the food hall setup.
Skip if: You want a quieter, more polished happy hour with full table service or a wide range of dietary options.