How is Yxta Cocina Mexicana restaurant rated?

Name: Yxta Cocina Mexicana
Address: 601 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90021
Telephone: (213) 596-5579
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

Yxta Cocina Mexicana

4.5

585 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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The restaurant offers authentic Mexican food—handmade tortillas, fresh guacamole, slow-cooked carnitas, enchiladas de mole, as well as delicious updates to the classics—ceviche tostadas, dos gringas and salmon a la parilla.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm. Dinner: Monday, Tuesday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm, Wednesday - Friday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm. Happy Hour Daily: Monday - Friday 4pm - 7pm Saturday - 4pm - 6pm
Phone number
(213) 596-5579
Website
http://www.cocinasycalaveras.com/yxta
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Offsite or Onsite catering for large groups. $50 minimum delivery fee. Menus on our website: http://www.cocinasycalaveras.com/yxta-catering/
Private party facilities
Minimum and deposit required for restaurant buyout's, minimum price varies depending on the day. For more information contact us at info@yxta.net

Location
601 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
6th St.
Parking details
Valet Parking Lunch $2 Monday - Friday 11:30AM -3PM Dinner $4 Thursday-Saturday 4PM-10PM
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Tostadita de Ceviche$6.00
citrus-marinated white fish and shrimp, mango, corn, cherry tomatoes, serranos, fresno chilies, avocado, chile de arbol aioli
Cazuela de Chile Verde Estilo Arco Iris$8.00
natural pork, chile verde, tortillas
Tacos de Papa$7.00
chipotle mashed potatoes, cabbage, crema fresca, queso fresco, salsa brava
Taquitos de Camarón$7.00
mexican sweet shrimp, salsa brava, pico de gallo, guacamole
Tacos al Pastor$8.00
marinated pork, pineapple, red onions, cilantro
Tacos de Carnitas$8.00
slow-cooked pork, guacamole, onion-cilantro mix
Huarache de Tinga de Pollo$8.00
pulled chicken with chipotle, frijoles negros, savoy, crema fresca, queso fresco, pico de gallo, black bean masa
Dos Gringas$10.00
spit-roasted marinated pork, oaxaca cheese, red onions, cilantro, salsa brava, avocado salsa, flour tortillas

What 585 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

585 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Friendly. Food served quickly.
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JRBCBA
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for New Years and were highly impressed with the food we ordered. We got brazino and it was excellent and there take on carnitas was not typical but very, very good.
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BryantA
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall4food3service3ambience4
I've been plenty to Yxta, however I chose to bring all my friends to this resturarnt for New Years (Dec 31). it wasn't at all what I had said the restaurant would and has been. They had aset menu, there was no heads up given about this set menu, the options were limited and overall the restaurant made it complex to change the reservation times eventhough when we were seated the place was 40% empty. The service was a bit slow but it could have been that they were understaffed. Over all I promised friends that we'd come back for the tacos which are to die for.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food was super good and the service was on point. We will be coming back. It was a homerun....
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FoodFan
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
overall1food1service1ambience1
The zarandeada (whole grilled fish-boneless) was amazingly good. One person in our party is a professional chef and she raved about this dish. The carnitas are always a hit; very tender and authentic flavor.
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Nono
Los Angeles
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience3
Excellent food and service but they can improve on cocktails... I ordered three different versions of Margaritas and they were all mediocre... Disappointing for a Mexican restaurant.
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aminla
Los Angeles
314 reviews
vip
5.0
314 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were going to Fa La Land and did a map search for nearby restaurants, which is how we found Yxta. What a great find! The ambiance, food, and service were all amazing. I accidentally knocked over my pomegranate margarita and our server immediately replaced it. We were all extremely happy with our experience.
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Duc899
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Coworker Xmas
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2018
overall1food2service1ambience2
They were not busy, would not seat us until we were all there, wouldn't let us sit in an area that was "reserved" of which was never used. Will not return.
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YvetteS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2018
overall3food4service1ambience3
My team and I attended (group size of 7) for our holiday luncheon. We were seated outside and were left unattended for about 10 minutes when our server, a young woman, greeted us. She noticeably under stress and busy. She was short and a bit rude. She did not answer questions, share specials, or acknowledge members of the group. The food and overall restaurant is so good and nice that it was unfortunate we had such poor service at such a lovely location. I have had her as a server before and she was better then but not worthy of a tip.
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MikeW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, terrific service. The room is loud and a bit cold, but always a great vibe. Too bad that the parking is awful. . .
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joseo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
service was great. food was delicious and the place is very nice.
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AlmaS
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall4food5service3ambience3
Excellent food and drinks ! But very noise it’s hard to have a conversation !
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and good food. Easy parking. We will be going back!
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CathyL
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I try to have a date night every Friday we LOVE everything about Yxta. Cathy Logan
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MelissaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, excellent service, great ambiance. We ate here after a tour of the Lost Distillary (walking distance away). Drinks were great as well.
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lisat
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! The carnitas plate is quite salty but I was warned so it wasn’t a surprise. Their tacos rock! Def my fave dish there. Love the location, atmosphere and it’s a fave among locals in the area. I’ve been going here for about two years and def feel it’s one of my top mexi restaurants to dine at.
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SandieA
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Yxta to celebrate two birthdays and noted that on the reservations, but they neglected to sing happy birthday. I am totally okay with that which is why I still gave them great ratings. I can count on delicious food every single time I eat at Yxta! Their aguas frescas are always refreshing. The guacamole just perfectly seasoned. Homemade blue corn tortillas. Carnitas with the right amount of crunch to them. Yummmm! I love coming here.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was good, service was prompt and flexible. Ambiance was cute a little on the louder side.
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JonM
Los Angeles
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2018
overall5food4service5ambience5
Some dishes better than others. But would go back.
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RobertK
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food, great for pre-theatre meals. We've been going there for years and always were happy with the food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice environment. Great food.
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SusanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our fourth time at this delicious place. The margaritas are sublime and the fresh, chunky guacamole will rock your world. Our waitperson was really pleasant and the ambience is friendly, with a downtown/industrial vibe. Always a pleasure to introduce friends to this gem.
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AndrewY
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
The restaurant and service were great. If you are familiar with the area, it may seem unusual but they do a great job with the valet parking at the corner to provide secure parking and a good experience. Recommended.
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AnthonyR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everything was great here, the drinks,the people,dancing , I went for dia de Los muertos, got my face painted by an amazing local artist, kimberlysugar, the only downside about this great experience was that I reserved a table and it was not available when I got there, aside from that ,this place rocks!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
Staff accommodated guest in wheelchair and were responsive to questions. All dishes, including desserts were delicious.
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Eatingoutbeatscooking
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
I love Yxta; it never disappoints. The food is fresh and delicious (their guacamole is heavenly), and the service was great. The only downside to lunch outside was the number of flies that surrounded our food when it was served (at least they have good taste!). For that reason, I would recommend dining inside although it is noisier. Avoid using 6th and 4th streets to get to Central if you are coming from downtown (2nd St. was great). The restaurant has easy $2 valet parking on-site.
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Kate
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place with awesome drinks. Guacamole is a must!
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Delish
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best Mexican food venues in LA! Their guacamole is AMAZING! Every entree is unique and tasty. Worth the drive past homeless camps and it is safe.
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thezc
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our server has given us an excellent customer service and great food recommendations, the overall service is impeccable. Sorry I forgot our waiters name but thank you sir for the experience, a must try for an authentic mexican cuisine!!!
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RGonzalez
Los Angeles
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. The guacamole is excellent.
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Chas
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2018
overall4food5service4ambience2
It was a beautiful afternoon so our group ate on the patio. I understand insects when you dine outdoors however we spent the next 1 1/2 hrs shooing flies. It distracted from the great food
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RobinN
Houston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved that the chef stopped by and customized the dinner enchiladas to a Suisa Sauce since normally just lunch. Of all the many choices in downtown LA it was tough but we were not disappointed. Fabulous Margs too.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
The location of this restaurant is something that the restaurant can't help with. It's located in an area full of homeless population, so use your imagination about the surroundings. NOT A GOOD PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE, or to impress someone, in my opinion. Unless Skid Row was one of your visiting locations. The inside of the restaurant is immaculate and the ambience is great! They do have valet parking, which is something you should do, even though there's plenty of street parking. For safety reasons. The food is made of quality ingredients and you can taste the difference. We ordered the carnitas (very flavorful, a bit too salty), mole and one more dish that I can't remember the name. They were all very good and everything was finished. We had a separate order of the guacamole, which was very pricey, but very tasty. I'd order it again. For dessert we ordered the tres leches cake. It was divine! In summary, if this restaurant was located in a safer area, I might visit again, but not frequently. After all, a 3 entree dinner with 1 side, one desert and 1 drink, ended up over $100. Kind of a bit too much over of what one would usually pay for some delicious Mexican food.
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LLLL
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere and attentive service. Only flaw was rough neighborhood at night
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pasadenafoodie
Los Angeles
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve been several times now and it just keeps getting better! We sat at the bar with Sam before our friends arrived and had a great conversation about their very large selection of tequilas and mescal and random chit chat. You must get the guacamole, kale salad, shrimp dish and also a big fan of their carnitas! Can’t wait until we go back again!
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Kurt1459
Chicago
75 reviews
vip
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The dining experience here was wonderful. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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AGJMontreal
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have never had a bad or even compromised meal here. The food is delicious and fresh. The bar is extensive with many varieties of tequila and mezcal. The ambiance comfortable. Generally quiet unless big groups are there.
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JVPfromLA
London
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2018
overall4food5service3ambience5
Great happy hour! Excellent margaritas and ceviche at half price. For dinner we shared the grilled fresh branzino and a kale salad. Service was very sincere and friendly — bartender happily carried out drinks and appetizer to the table when we were ready to be seated. I was tempted to give the overall experience 5 stars, except there were no serving utensils for the shared fish, and the salad was swimming in too much dressing. A friend who often travels to Mexico City says that Yxta Cocina feels like an authentic duplicate of any of the finer restaurants in that city.
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ElaineCarmen1
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
I travel quite far to eat at Yxta's. I am of Mexican descent, have traveled throughout Mexic and I can honestly say this is some of the best Mexican food I have ever tasted. Try it, you will not be disappointed!
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601 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Additional information

Cross street
6th St.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm. Dinner: Monday, Tuesday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm, Wednesday - Friday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm. Happy Hour Daily: Monday - Friday 4pm - 7pm Saturday - 4pm - 6pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet Parking Lunch $2 Monday - Friday 11:30AM -3PM Dinner $4 Thursday-Saturday 4PM-10PM
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cocinasycalaveras.com/yxta
Phone number
(213) 596-5579
Catering
Offsite or Onsite catering for large groups. $50 minimum delivery fee. Menus on our website: http://www.cocinasycalaveras.com/yxta-catering/
Private party facilities
Minimum and deposit required for restaurant buyout's, minimum price varies depending on the day. For more information contact us at info@yxta.net

Yxta Cocina Mexicana

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Menu

Hora Feliz

Tecate

Modelo Especial, Pacifico$4.00

Dos Equis Amber

Yxta Margarita$8.00

La Flaca (Skinny Margarita)$9.00

Jamaica Margarita$9.00

Main

Tostadita de Ceviche$6.00

Cazuela de Chile Verde Estilo Arco Iris$8.00

Tacos de Papa$7.00

Taquitos de Camarón$7.00

Tacos al Pastor$8.00

Tacos de Carnitas$8.00

Huarache de Tinga de Pollo$8.00

Dos Gringas$10.00

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