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Guelaguetza Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Los Angeles

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Ranked #1 for mole in Los Angeles
The experts at Eater and Los Angeles Times recommend this place
"I really love the black mole with Oaxan string cheese"(54 Tips)
"Great mezcal drinks"(11 Tips)
"Enjoyed the Michelinas, Chapulines, and the live music"(3 Tips)
"The Best Horchata that I ever had!"(7 Tips)

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chapulines
horchata
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good for groups
excellent oaxacan food
live music
casual
margaritas
micheladas
tamales
barbacoa
tequila
spacious
chile rellenos
spicy food
cheese
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Lau UApril 16, 2018
Without a doubt this is the best Mexican restaurant in LA; you feel like being in Mexico.The best is the mole, but I tried the Tamal oaxaqueño and is really good. Also horchata water and the nopales
Serious EatsApril 28, 2014
A small selection of Mexican groceries is sold here, including real deal Mexican chocolate tables and some of the best raw quesillo (melting cheese) that we've had.
LA WeeklyJanuary 30, 2013
At the various LA soccer pubs, you're lucky to get scrambled eggs and limp bacon with your Cup match. But Guelaguetza is one of the best Oaxacan restaurants in the country! Try the botana platter! Read more
Annie HungNovember 2, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Classic LA spot. Can't go wrong with the mole sampler platter (it doesn't look like very much quantity when they set it down, but it will fill you up!) paired with a tlayuda.
Paola DOctober 19, 2017
The nachos and the sauce were delicious. We ordered the horchata and tamarind water. Wow, so delicious. The mole tamal was absolutely wonderful. Great vibes and courteous service!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍August 2, 2015
If you're looking for good authentic mole this is where you need to come. The bright colors in the restaurant give it just the right true Mexican ambience. Also, has live entertaining music after 7pm
Lauren FordDecember 27, 2017
The mole negro was so rich and flavorful. I had the mole rojo and it was good too but if you want to try something you can never get anywhere else, bet on black.
Glafira Elena CarrMay 9, 2014
Best micheladas I've ever tasted. Don't forget to augment your protein diet with chapulines, and get an empanada de hongos y queso!! :D
Adolph RuizJanuary 6, 2018
Everything we tryed so far has been amazingly prepared.. I cant stop looking at all the other tables food as well hahaaha
ShinnawyOctober 11, 2019
Their mole negro is the best I’ve ever had, and the taco de barbacoa de chivo is a gamy sensation. Highly recommended, great atmosphere and live music!
Nick SaretzkyJanuary 22, 2019
Highly recommend the mole sample platter. When you get to compare them it only deepens your appreciation for the complexity of flavor on your plate.
Steve Scott SpringerFebruary 17, 2012
For sure get the Mezcal flight. The bartender comes to your table and walks you through three handcrafted spirits. One of our had a scorpion in it!
Ben K.December 29, 2016
Super authentic Oaxacan food in Koreatown. Try the Festival de Moles, tamales, and enchiladas.
EaterApril 4, 2017
There are few better places to indulgent in complex moles than the massive restaurant that always manages to feel especially festive. Read more
SuperbJuly 9, 2013
Don't let the Pagoda and Korea Town neighborhood fool you: the Oaxacan mole, when coupled with the fruit-laden horchata, is as authentic and delicious as it gets. Salud!
Natalie GuerraMarch 28, 2018
Not a huge fan of mole but this place is a must! I got the mole plate that was the same mole they put on the chips. Also best horchata I have ever tried.
Robert DhondrupJune 30, 2012
not being an expert in moles, they have four (black, red, green, and yellow) i went with the red spicy colorradito one w pork. horchata (i think pomegranite) which was a funny pink color too.
Mezcal El Silencio 🐇April 1, 2015
Been here 10+ times
"Pasion de Oaxaca" & "Flor de Piña" with Mezcal El Silencio. Pairing beautifully with a Oaxacan Mole, the best!! Amazing experience!! #MexicanFood #Cocktails #LiveMusic #MezcalElSilencio
Tobias KDecember 23, 2017
The mole. I wish this restaurant were in every city in America and that they sent an emissary to every Mexican restaurant to show them how to make mole.
Rob HarolAugust 29, 2014
Want to beat that summer heat? Ask the friendly bartenders for a La Frambuesita -- raspberries con tequila y Squirt -- and enjoy the chill.
Thomas ColtonMay 6, 2015
The mole here is the big draw, and rightly so. Big portions, fun vibe for a Mexican restaurant in the middle of K town
Pocket SunAugust 17, 2014
Awesome Mexican mole! Cocktails and drinks are exotic and pleasant. Mole chips and the mole sampler were very satisfying.
Carsten SchmidtAugust 8, 2014
Mole and mescal ... What more do you need? My favorite Mexican restaurant ... In LA. Oh and also try their horchata
ECavaJanuary 28, 2012
Food: Queso fundido, mole sampler, goat burrito, chile relleno. Drink: garra de Tigre & margarita guelaguetza Dessert: chocoflan & Mezcal flan. Do it!!
Alex T.August 31, 2014
If you like mexican food this will be definitely your favorite spot. Excellent food and staff ! I recommend.
Serious EatsApril 28, 2014
Guelaguetza specializes in Oaxacan cuisine and is especially known for their moles.
Lupita De La TorreApril 6, 2013
Enjoyed the trio music while eating on a saturday morning. Food and fruit waters were tasty. First time there.
JenniferFebruary 23, 2016
I don't know if this place is worth the wait. I thought the mole was... just okay; the tamale was the best part of the meal. But I couldn't hear my dining companions over very loud music.
Crystal JohnsonOctober 8, 2012
When they are good. They are very good. Have been there about 4 times. Micheladas, black beans, drinks made with mezcal. Read more
Mark MunroFebruary 22, 2018
Outstanding mole with Oaxacan cheese.
Aldair HidalgoDecember 31, 2014
Great food, good people. I would recommend coming to enjoy and be with friends.
Giovanna FeuermanSeptember 22, 2013
The live music is fun. The tylayudas are unique and the mole sampler is great!
Catalina SoriaJuly 20, 2011
Don't leave w/out trying out the chocoflan! Moist chocolate cake on the bottom w/ a perfectly cooked flan on top. Yum!! Read more
AMWNovember 28, 2015
Expect great mole, lots of mezcal and nightly live music.
Tyler JacobFebruary 12, 2017
The mole here... so good you could use it as a sauce for ANYTHING
Steve BellamyAugust 6, 2013
All the mole is good - I went with the spicy red, but the black is more chocolatey
Robert TrioJuly 16, 2023
The chili relleno is worth a try.
Phillip CalderaNovember 12, 2018
Mole Chilaquiles! Must try!
Eric OxenbergJune 5, 2012
This Mexican restaurant in Koreatown has an amazing Mezcal bar. Get a 3-taste sampler!
SalvadorAugust 8, 2014
The micheladas are great!
Dave AlarconJanuary 9, 2015
Try "tlayudas" and "caldos" soooo good
Mucho Comida™August 19, 2013
You've been fooled! This place actually sucks. (Don't worry, they got me too). Chug down your sweet mezcal marg and bounce down the street for some K-Town BBQ. Enjoy.
Natalia CarterJuly 21, 2013
The Best Horchata that I ever had!
Jessica BrownJune 27, 2018
mole chilaquiles, need I say more?
Diane VFebruary 27, 2016
Black Molé (or any other variety) is the star
Ken YamaguchiMay 26, 2018
Authentic and delicious. The pozole was 😉
Justin NOctober 28, 2019
Been here 10+ times
I really love the black mole with Oaxan string cheese
EaterDecember 1, 2010
Traditional Oaxacan bites, all reasonably-priced, served in simple Mexican digs. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
Jacqueline L.November 29, 2013
More expensive and formal than your typical mole joint. Coming here alone is really awkward.
Argelys OriachMarch 27, 2017
Amazing mole and 2 for 1 margaritas!

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