HomeState in Highland Park is a great option if you want breakfast tacos without the Los Feliz wait times.

Paco’s Tacos in Del Rey is a neighborhood staple that serves very classic Mexican in very huge portions.

Chili John’s is a chili spot in Burbank that’s great for lunch and people-watching.

Every beach town needs a spot for a post-surf breakfast burrito, and Brother’s is where to go in Hermosa Beach.

This cash-only spot in Redondo Beach serves breakfast burritos worth driving for.

Stuff I Eat is a vegan restaurant in Inglewood with solid Tex-Mex and southern dishes.

Other than UCSB, Isla Vista has another important landmark: the original Freebirds World Burrito.

Stopping at Mexican spot Crazy Coyote in Banning for their giant tacos is mandatory on any drive to or from Palm Springs.

Tito's is a Culver City classic for hard-shell, cheese-covered tacos.

A casual, neighborhood-y Tex-Mex restaurant from DTLA’s best chef. This is a spot Downtown needs.

Homestate serves incredible Tex-Mex food in Los Feliz.