Best Mexican Restaurants in South Los Angeles
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tres De Asada Mexican Grill
Neighborhood standby for Mexican comfort food with standout asada fries and birria that keep Crenshaw regulars coming back
Worthy Picks
7.8
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Quick Bites Champions
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A Crenshaw strip-mall counter spot built around generous asada fries and slow-cooked birria, priced for regulars who eat here weekly rather than once. The menu runs deep through classic Mexican comfort—burritos, pozole, tres leches—with the kind of portion sizing that rewards budget-conscious families and late-night cravings alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito, Asada Fries, Birria
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood standby for Mexican comfort food with standout asada fries and birria that keep Crenshaw regulars coming back
7.6
A fusion taco counter that pulls from Korean, Vietnamese, and Japanese flavor profiles rather than sticking to a straight Mexican playbook — the 36-hour marinade tofu and ahi tuna tacos give the plant-based and seafood sides real weight alongside the meat menu. It runs as a late-night Westwood pit stop with outdoor seating and wallet-friendly pricing, though the tiny review footprint (13 ratings) means the kitchen is still proving itself at scale.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Shrimp Taco, Beef Brisket Street Taco, Carne Asada Bowl with Crispy Kale
What Makes it Special: Mexican-fusion tacos with bold global twists — Korean bulgogi, Vietnamese tofu, Japanese ahi — plus a full plant-based menu that rivals the meat side.