Best Mexican Restaurants in Mar Vista
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Saby's Coffee & Kitchen
Mexican-inflected breakfast spot using blue corn tortillas and house-made salsas on a sunny Mar Vista patio
Worthy Picks
7.8
A Mar Vista breakfast counter built around blue corn tortillas and house-made salsas, executing Mexican morning staples with enough technique to separate it from generic brunch spots. The sunny patio makes it a neighborhood default for early risers who want chilaquiles without the weekend wait of larger venues.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Chilaquiles, Huevos Rancheros
What Makes it Special: Mexican-inflected breakfast spot using blue corn tortillas and house-made salsas on a sunny Mar Vista patio
7.8
A family-run street stand firing Oaxacan meats—tasajo and cecina—on a visible comal, producing oversized tostadas stacked with queso Oaxaca and dual salsas. The late-night hours (7PM-1AM) fill a gap on the Westside for post-dinner taco runs. Expect sidewalk seating, quick service, and portions built for sharing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tostada de Tasajo, Tacos de Cecina, Mulitas
What Makes it Special: Mexico City-style street setup with a comal station grilling Oaxacan meats like tasajo and cecina to order
#3
El Chucho
7.8
A natural-wine bar with a taco-friendly menu that mixes late-night energy and a gritty-cool Mar Vista vibe. Come for the vinyl/DJ atmosphere and stay for well-made tacos and snacky plates that pair with the wine list.
Must-Try Dishes:
Braised Meat Tacos, House Tofu Taco, Seasonal Taco Special
What Makes it Special: Natural-wine hangout where tacos meet a DJ-night bar scene.
7.8
A strip-mall Oaxacan bakery-restaurant that doubles as a casual breakfast and lunch stop. The savory side shines in tlayudas and memelas, while the pan dulce and atole-style drinks round out a distinctly regional feel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tlayuda, Memela de Quesillo, Mole Negro
What Makes it Special: Oaxacan comfort food plus an in-house bakery case.
7.7
A polished Oaxacan-focused dining room with a mezcal-forward bar and a more contemporary presentation than most neighborhood spots. The cooking stays rooted in regional tradition, making it a nice upgrade pick for a slower meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole Coloradito, Oaxacan Mezcal Cocktail Flight, Tlayuda with Tasajo
What Makes it Special: Regional Oaxacan menu in a more elevated, mezcal-led setting.
#6
Campos Tacos
7.6
An old-school Mar Vista taqueria that’s been serving the neighborhood for decades. It’s a straightforward stop for al pastor, carnitas, and chilaquiles with a diner-style comfort vibe and wallet-friendly prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor Taco, Menudo (weekends), Chilaquiles
What Makes it Special: Legacy neighborhood taqueria with classic tacos and weekend menudo.