Suggestions for Authentic places near Los Angeles

Thai L. • February 18, 2010This place is amazing... never had a bad experience here. Definitely some of the best tacos/burritos in Santa Monica. If your looking for inexpenseive authentic Mexican food go here.

Natalie G. • November 19, 2015Definitely one of the most authentic Mexican Food places on the west side. The setting is great and the food is even better. I recommend the Chicken Chipotle, margaritas & the breakfast!! ❤️

Homan T. • July 3, 2011I cent understand what people see in this place - if you have had real mexican food. The food taste canned, service sucks, and nothing is authentic. The best item is the salsa!

Debra Macki Makeup (MUA) • May 8, 2013I love this place for authentic old school Italian. Excellent service and food! It reminds me of Boston's North End.

Christina V. • August 28, 2015I come here and get the "Trust Me by Nozowa" every time. - Can't resist the super fresh fish and warm rice. If you like authentic Sushi, this is the place.

Andrew G. • July 10, 2015Delicious authentic Italian food! The place is small but super charming and the staff is friendly. Good wine selection too

Ryan W. • July 7, 2013Loved this place. Authentic Mexican food, great service. The salsas were really tasty and fresh

Darrel D. • May 4, 2010Brought a co-worker of mine from New York who ended up praising the place and calling it the most authentic pizza he's had in LA.

Chris C. • September 25, 2016wish the quality of steak was a little higher but generally very authentic to the real sandwich. Few places offer actual Cheese Whiz with their cheese steaks around these parts.

Christophe S. • August 28, 2014Grew up in France where millions eat and make Italian food. This place is authentic: Real spaghetti carbonara. CANNOT find better. Wife had a Cioppino, seafood, pretty good too. For desert: tiramisu.

Lanimaka • February 21, 2014Place is as legit as it gets. If you want authentic Hawaiian food, get the lau lau, Kailua pig combo or the Loco Moco. And while you're there, get a spam musubi to go! Get a Hawaiian sun drink. Boom!

Edward F. • December 19, 2017Great place to get authentic Italian foods. Tagletelli and tartufo pizza were great. Canoli and zappoli were so tasty

Natalie G. • September 7, 2015This place is amazing! A very authentic Mexican food in west la. Everything I have tried here is 👌🏼

Julia P. • September 17, 2016Super authentic acai bowls!!! You'll love this place if you don't agree with americanized version (i.e. Backyard bowl)

Offbeat L.A. • December 30, 2014The oldest bar/restaurant in Santa Monica, opened in 1934. One of the few cool, authentic places left in the neighborhood.

Nitzan B. • July 29, 2019Perfect place. Authentic food and seating area, very quiet and whatever you will get will be fresh!

Cherith Z. • March 9, 2015Lots of seating, authentic food. Good place to relax and have a conversation

Charles K. • February 25, 2013Really delicious, cheap and authentic Indian food. Combo plate is the best deal in town. This is also the best place to get puja supplies, masala mixes and Ayurvedic spices.

Justin • December 8, 2014Not enough vegetarian options but had bean and cheese burrito and gotta say it's a true authentic Mexican place.

Jordy M. • December 18, 2013This place earns my first 5-Star rating! A small but classier Thai restaurant. Food is authentic and tastes incredible :)

Veronica P. • July 14, 2013If you're looking for real, authentic sushi, stay away from this place

Vihang M. • March 29, 2016If you want a quick breakfast sandwich, then you're at the right place. Don't go here looking for an authentic New York style bagel though. The bagels are soft and bready.

Ross S. • December 10, 2014One of the few places in the area that sells fresh pasta, including ravioli and gnocchi. Authentic Italian deli.

Keith J. • April 25, 2015Outside of Denmark you will not find more delicious and authentic pastries. This place is the real deal. A definite for those that love pastries. They rye bread is superb also.

Robin P. • July 4, 2019Amazing authentic chinese food. You know it’s good food when it’s a popular place to visit among other chinese. Try the famous roast duck or braised pork hock with special sauce.

L.J. G. • April 13, 2012This is a great place to get some breakfast. Authentic Mexican food, nice service and not expensive.

Thammanatda M. • October 3, 2013Very authentic taste. if you like Thai food the way Thai people like it you will love this place. Delicious papaya salad and Hainan chicken.

James R. • February 22, 2010Great place to sit down and have a dope bowl of authentic ramen.

Elvin L. • January 20, 2013This place is neither authentic or healthy. I would pass on this place all together. Food is bad, service is horrible.