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Chiguacle, Cevichería y Cantina

103 Paseo de la Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Chiguacle, Cevichería y Cantina 7.7
El Pueblo / Plaza Area
Vibes: Date Night Magic Happy Hour Hotspots Instagram Worthy Wonders Live Music Showtime
Southern-Mexico-focused cooking in a full-service, margarita-friendly setup on the plaza. The menu goes beyond basics with moles, cochinita pibil, and occasional live-music energy.
Must-Try Dishes: Cochinita pibil taco, Mole sampler, Ceviche especial
Scores:
Value: 7 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.6 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 8 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Plaza cantina highlighting Southern Mexican flavors and moles.
Who should go: Couples and groups wanting drinks plus regional dishes.
When to visit: Early evening for happy hour and lighter crowds.
What to order: Cochinita pibil taco, mole sampler, ceviche.
Insider tip: Check for live-music nights—seating fills early.
Chiguacle, Cevichería y Cantina 7.9
El Pueblo / Paseo de la Plaza
Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Happy Hour Hotspots Instagram Worthy Wonders
A modern Southern Mexican cantina tucked into El Pueblo that spotlights Oaxacan flavors and seafood-forward cooking. Happy hour runs early and suits grazing on ceviches and mezcal cocktails after a plaza stroll. Best when you want something more regional than the usual combo-plate circuit.
Must-Try Dishes: Ceviche Chingón, Cochinita Pibil Tacos, Prickly Pear Margarita
Scores:
Value: 7 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.1 Atmosphere: 7.9 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Oaxacan-leaning menu with standout ceviches in a low-key plaza setting.
Who should go: Seafood fans and mezcal-curious explorers
When to visit: Mon–Fri 3–6pm for happy hour
What to order: Ceviche, cochinita tacos, prickly pear marg
Insider tip: Sit patio-side to people-watch the Olvera promenade.
Chiguacle, Cevichería y Cantina 7.7
El Pueblo / Olvera Street
Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Happy Hour Hotspots Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Set inside El Pueblo, Chiguacle focuses on Southern Mexican regional cooking with tacos that lean traditional and hearty. Happy hour is a low-key draw here, especially for visitors who want mezcal-friendly bites in a historic, open-air setting.
Must-Try Dishes: Taco de Cochinita Pibil, Taco de Chapulines, Carnitas Michoacán Taco
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.6 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Regional Southern Mexican tacos in the heart of LA’s oldest plaza.
Who should go: History-minded locals and budget taco hunters.
When to visit: Weekday afternoons for happy hour and lighter crowds.
What to order: Cochinita pibil taco, chapulines taco, carnitas taco.
Insider tip: Pair tacos with a mezcal flight if the bar is open.