Avila’s El Ranchito

Avila’s El Ranchito opened in 1966 in Huntington Park, featuring Mamá Avila’s family recipes from Guanajuato, Mexico. Today, a beloved family member oversees each of their 13 locations.

avilaselranchito.com

Regional Best for Orange County

Ernie’s Mexican Restaurant

Opened in 1946, Ernie’s Mexican Restaurant, located in North Hollywood, was one of nine restaurants throughout Los Angeles owned by Ernest Cruz. As the last standing Ernie’s Taco House, it is our mission to consistently provide not only the delectable recipes Ernie introduced decades ago but to also give great service to our customers. Delivering great food, drinks and service is in our history, and we hope to continue Ernie’s great legacy.

4410 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood 91602

(818) 985-4654 erniesnoho.com

Regional Best for San Fernando Valley–Ventura

Los Compadres Mexican Restaurant

Since 1987, Los Compadres has offered Mexican food favorites to the Long Beach area. Customers rave about the meats, seafood and the tamarind margarita. For old-school dining, they can’t be beat!

11600 Rosecrans Ave., Norwalk 90650

(562) 929-0061 loscompadresrestaurant.com

Regional Best for South Bay–Long Beach–South Los Angeles

Miguel’s Cali ornia Mexican Cocina

Miguel’s Restaurant was founded in 1973 in Corona. It’s different and unique, yet still embraces the traditional and is the perfect place for families and celebrations.

2715 Lakeshore Dr., Corona 92883

(951) 277-7532 miguelsrestaurant.com

Regional Best for San Gabriel Valley–Inland Empire