665552 Sun Nov 08 07:40:13 -0800 2009 15 2 Los Angeles Area 0 5164842 we are in for a short period of time and having a hard time getting away from friends and family to go to other areas. we are dying for some good mexican food, but dont want to stray more than 15 (ok 20) tops. any recommendations?? Sun Nov 08 07:40:13 -0800 2009 119657 superfine 1 5164888 Something you won't find anyplace else in Los Angeles - Moles La Tia - is approximetly 12 miles from Glendale via the LA Freeway system. http://moleslatia.com/ Right there in Glendale at the newish upscale mall "Americana" is Frida http://www.fridarestaurant.com/ and, while it may not be the most "authentic" Mexican food in LA is none the less quite tasty. Not too far given your willingness to drive is Guelaguetza in Koreatown (either the 8th Street or the Olympic Blvd. branch would be equally good, although the Olympic Blvd. one has parking while the 8th Street one can be problematic in that regard). One other possible choice you should consider (about 15 miles east of you via the 10 freeway) is Babita. I am trying to recall if the Chichen Itza on 6th Street closed or it was the more casual branch downtown? If you interested check it out and then see which one is still operating. Sun Nov 08 08:04:45 -0800 2009 5164842 108169 Servorg 2 5166670 Good suggestions although Frida is pretty expensive for what you get. Mon Nov 09 06:41:42 -0800 2009 5164888 10332 mc michael 1 5164937 The taco truck on Colorado Blvd one block west of Eagle Rock Blvd in front of the comfort inn. A simple menu of carne asada tacos, burritos, and quesadillas (the best meat/cheese quesadilla in town, IMHO). Go there and don't look back. You won't regret it. Sun Nov 08 08:33:31 -0800 2009 5164842 118060 mrshankly 1 5165314 La Cabinita is excellent - located in Montrose, right next to Glendale! Regarding another poster's comment on ChichenItza - the downtown 6th Street location is definitely closed. The casual (order at the counter) spot in Mercado La Paloma is open - we just ate there last weekend. No alchohol there but very tasty food. Sun Nov 08 12:48:02 -0800 2009 5164842 34854 terim 2 5166026 La Cabanita is a GREAT local choice to you. Moles La Tia is amazing if you can get over there. Eithe way to wonderul experiences. Sun Nov 08 19:02:46 -0800 2009 5165314 11279 Burger Boy 3 5169118 This is a CROWD PLEASER! We go here a lot esp w a group of people --- fun! And the carnitas are wonderful! Mon Nov 09 20:50:48 -0800 2009 5166026 17418 Silverlaker 1 5166291 You're hopefully in the part of Glendale that's 10-15 minutes away from York Blvd - Mexican cuisine Central. Google "Jonathan Gold/York Blvd./ Mexican" and you should have a slew of wonderful options. Sun Nov 08 22:09:05 -0800 2009 5164842 11135 Briggs 1 5166301 Barragan's, good simple Mexican food. Monday nights after 4pm is $1 taco night. Great chips and salsa. 814 S Central Ave, Glendale - (818) 243-1103 http://www.barragansrestaurants.com/ Sun Nov 08 22:17:29 -0800 2009 5164842 11914 monku 2 5166369 Do not do that to them, that is not fair. Barragans is nothing more than almost average, go to Mi Cabinita sor something better than average, please! Sun Nov 08 23:41:18 -0800 2009 5166301 11279 Burger Boy 2 5167869 i wouldn't feed Barragan's food to my dog. and there are days where i don't even really like her that much. Mon Nov 09 13:12:47 -0800 2009 5166301 1118691 Jelly71 3 5168776 Give them a break...they aren't a chain like El Torito's. Family run operation and the food is good enough. This particular one is run by the daughter. Although I do notice that the clientele seems to be pedestrian Glendale types (retireees). Mon Nov 09 18:12:06 -0800 2009 5167869 11914 monku 2 5170844 Honestly, I'd sooner eat at Acapulco or El Torito. It might be family-run but that would just make it family-run and bad. The one in Glendale is slightly less terrible than the one in Burbank but not much less. Tue Nov 10 13:25:35 -0800 2009 5166301 10811 Das Ubergeek 1 5167743 Thanks for all the great posts. We went to La Cabanita and had a great meal. The arrechero taco was delish, very good quesadilla's, and good stuffed peppers. Their salsas were very good, and i could have been fine drinking them. Might do the taco truck for lunch! Mon Nov 09 12:33:58 -0800 2009 5164842 119657 superfine 2 5168920 FYI, the taco truck only comes out in the evenings at 8pm. Hope you get a chance to try it. Mon Nov 09 19:18:41 -0800 2009 5167743 118060 mrshankly 2 5169087 Went to La Cabanita for dinner tonite- for all the previous complaints regarding service, our waiter was fine. My margarita accompanying the chips and green salsa- excellent. Here's the rub, and I preface this by saying I've been there before and liked the food...both my friend's chicken tacos and my enchiladas verde were incredibly salty. Mind you I love salt...generally when others complain I will nod my head in agreement, bit secretly thank someone for shaking a little extra...but this was like Saint Bonneville had been holding court in the kitchen and was not paying attention. The salt overwhelmed any redeeming part of the enchiladas. Even the sour cream on top didn't help. Dunno what happened and granted, will likely go back, but will not be in any great hurry to do so. Kinda disappointed as it had been a while since my last visit and was looking forward to it. Water pleez. Mon Nov 09 20:32:54 -0800 2009 5167743 15170 Local