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Family Friendly in South Los Angeles

7 restaurants in South Los Angeles. Part of our Los Angeles Family Friendly guide.

Carnitas el Choche
#1Family

Carnitas el Choche

Mexican·$

Carnitas El Choche is a no-frills taqueria where the star is the slow-cooked pork. Expect tender, flavorful carnitas and crispy chicharrón, perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.

🍽️92Food
👋85Service
💰90Value
70Vibe
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Although it's a small place, the carnitas and buche are delicious, the service is very good, and the owners are very friendly.

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My family and I go here often the carnitas are so good and the chicharrón it’s good as well.

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The most of the time they run out of food early so is better if you call just to make sure the is a plate left for you.

Ideal for
Families with kidsQuick lunchesTakeout
M Juicy Burger
#2Family

M Juicy Burger

Burgers·$$

This neighborhood spot serves up seriously tasty burgers with perfectly toasted buns and delicious sauces. Early signs suggest it's a great place for families, offering a clean environment and friendly service.

🍽️92Food
👋88Service
💰90Value
📍65Location
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Great customer service, best spot to pick up some cheese stick chicken nuggets tacos and a nice dinner in the local neighborhood.

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The burgers are amazing and flavorful, Definitely a classic in my family!

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This place use to be one of my favorites until new ownership took over. Food taste, quality and customer service are not the same at all.

Ideal for
Families with kidsQuick lunchTakeout
Tacos El Pau
#3Family
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Tacos El Pau

Mexican·$$

This casual taqueria is a go-to for authentic Mexican flavors, especially their al pastor tacos served on handmade tortillas. It's a family-friendly spot that also excels at catering for events, making it a versatile choice for both quick meals and larger gatherings.

🍽️92Food
👋94Service
💰88Value
65Wait
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This place is great the food and service is outstanding. Super clean and Don Pau is the best.

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More than friendly staff. I ate a super burrito and my friend a Mulito. 😋 Delicious.

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The place has plenty of parking, it's very clean, and the price is amazing!

Ideal for
Families with kidsGroup diningEvent catering
Birria On Broadway
#4Family

Birria On Broadway

Mexican·$$

Birria On Broadway serves up some of the most flavorful birria in Los Angeles, with a rich, savory consommé that People love. This family-run spot is a casual, down-to-earth destination perfect for a quick bite or a late-night craving. Expect generous portions and friendly service that makes you feel right at home.

🍽️92Food
👋85Service
💰80Value
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Literally PERFECT for a late night bite. The birria is consistently juicy and so flavorful and the prices beat anything out by a mile.

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He has the best tacos in all of California. Very nice guy. 5/5 stars more than deserved

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My husband and I have traveled the entire country in search of the best birria tacos and these are easily sitting at the top of the charts.

Ideal for
Late-night eatsFamilies with kidsSolo dining
La Cabañita Restaurant y Pupuseria
#5Family

La Cabañita Restaurant y Pupuseria

Salvadoran·$$$

This unassuming Salvadoran spot serves up generous portions of authentic Central American fare, making it a go-to for families and locals alike. It's a casual, no-frills environment where the focus is squarely on hearty, flavorful dishes.

🍽️88Food
👋70Service
💰85Value
📍60Location
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Different days different food and everything is delicious

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Reasonably priced. The pupusas are so yummy and great size

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Limited parking but the food is well worth it

Ideal for
Family groups seeking authentic Salvadoran cuisineDiners fluent in Spanish or comfortable with language barriersThose willing to wait for quality pupusas and soups
Tracey's
#6Family
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Tracey's

Caribbean·$

Tracey's serves generous portions of authentic Belizean comfort food, a neighborhood staple for decades. The family-run spot is known for its flavorful, home-style cooking, especially the oxtails and fried fish. It's a casual, family-friendly destination that often sells out before the afternoon is over.

🍽️90Food
👋85Service
💰70Value
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My favorite is the fried fish with the rice and beans, potato salad, and plantains.

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She's The Best, Was able to have her cook for my wedding.Family loved it.

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This place is great! I ordered the stewed chicken which comes with rice and peas, plaintains and potato salad.

Ideal for
Family diningGroup mealsCasual lunches
The Fish Market
#7Family

The Fish Market

Seafood·$$

This casual seafood spot serves up fresh, seasoned fried fish that many find rivals the best in Los Angeles. The owners and staff are well-regarded for their friendly and efficient service, making it a reliable choice for families.

🍽️75Food
👋88Service
💰78Value
🛡️65Safety
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Best fish place in Los Angeles. Based on fried fish only. Not the sides. Best fresh fried fish with a good seasoning of flavor, hands down.

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The, customer service was great. The food is great especially those corn balls. The fish is always fresh 😃 …

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Great. Place to get some freshly fried seafood, fish and chips french fries are great and the price is great and most importantly they accept EBT

Ideal for
Families with kidsCasual weeknight dinner
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