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Chales Kitchen & Cantina
$ · Mexican

2101 W Pico Blvd #A5, Los Angeles, CA 90006 (213) 738-5205
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ZipPicks Awards

Best Happy Hour Mexican in Koreatown

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Chales Kitchen & Cantina 7.7
Pico Union
Vibes: Happy Hour Hotspots Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Family-run and bustling during happy hour, Chales Kitchen delivers Oaxacan street classics like tlayudas, mulitas, and fresh sopes with casual counter service and a lively, homey vibe. Popular for its value-driven menu and quick bites.
Must-Try Dishes: Tlayuda Oaxaqueña, Sopes de Chorizo, Handmade Mulitas
Scores:
Value: 9.1 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.1 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Handmade Oaxacan specialties in a humble strip mall setting.
Who should go: Budget seekers, solo diners, street food fans.
When to visit: Late afternoon for fast, affordable bites.
What to order: Tlayuda, sopes, mulitas
Insider tip: Check their chalkboard for daily happy hour taco specials.

Hours

Monday9am - 9pm
Tuesday9am - 9pm
WednesdayClosed
Thursday9am - 9pm
Friday9am - 9pm
Saturday9am - 9pm
Sunday9am - 8pm