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Quick Bites in Westlake

7 restaurants in Westlake. Part of our Los Angeles Quick Bites guide.

Best Tacos..
#1Quick Bites
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Best Tacos..

Mexican·$

This family-owned taco truck crafts excellent, handmade corn and flour tortillas daily. Their perfectly seasoned meats and generous, customizable toppings, including guacamole, make for a truly delicious and satisfying meal.

🍽️95Food
💰92Value
90Wait
65Vibe
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Every single time I go they have amazing service amazing food

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Food is delicious, fresh, and full of flavor

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Middle of a busy street but can't ask for luxury

Ideal for
Quick lunch seekersAuthentic Mexican food loversBudget-conscious diners
Hammy’s Smash Burgers
#2Quick Bites
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Hammy’s Smash Burgers

Burgers·$$
📍 1220 W 7th St

This DTLA spot serves up seriously good smash burgers with crispy edges and flavorful patties. It's a no-frills joint where the focus is squarely on delivering a delicious, satisfying burger experience at a fair price.

🍽️95Food
💰90Value
85Wait
🛡️70Safety
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Could use some music, LED screens, or TV's

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Was completely ignored while cashier scrolled on his phone

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I have had burgers from here twice

Ideal for
Smash burger enthusiasts on budgetQuick lunch/dinner in Downtown LATakeout/to-go orders
Woon
#3Quick Bites
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Woon

Chinese·$$

This Filipinotown spot offers a casual, modern take on Chinese comfort food, with a particular focus on its signature beef noodles and flavorful pork belly bao. The kitchen excels at creating dishes that feel both nourishing and artfully presented, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

🍽️90Food
💰75Value
85Wait
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Service was excellent, food came out less than five minutes

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You'll have to park in the neighborhood most likely

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Atmosphere is clean and trendy

Ideal for
Adventurous diners seeking authentic ChineseCasual weeknight meals with friendsInstagrammable, design-forward casual dining
Daybird
#4Quick Bites
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Daybird

American·$$

Daybird's Szechuan-inspired hot chicken sandwiches are a bold flavors, featuring incredibly juicy chicken with a perfect crisp and a slaw that balances the heat. This spot is a casual, no-frills counter-service joint that prioritizes bold, well-executed comfort food.

🍽️92Food
💰75Value
75Wait
👋65Service
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The hot chicken is hands down some of the best I’ve had - perfectly crispy on the outside, incredibly juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor.

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You can tell they care about what they’re serving. Every bite feels fresh, well-prepared, and indulgent in the best way.

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From the moment you walk in, the place has a cool, modern vibe that feels effortless and well thought out.

Ideal for
Casual lunchSpicy food loversTakeout
Golden Burger Teriyaki
#5Quick Bites

Golden Burger Teriyaki

Mixed/Fusion·$$
📍 1938 W 3rd St

This neighborhood spot offers a unique blend of classic American burgers and flavorful teriyaki plates, a combination that has kept locals coming back for years. The flame-grilled teriyaki, particularly the chicken, stands out with its distinct smoky flavor.

🍽️88Food
💰75Value
85Wait
🛡️65Safety
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Partial cooked chicken then cook it more

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Service was fast but friendly

Ideal for
Loyal repeat customers craving teriyaki bowls and burgersBudget-conscious diners seeking large portionsLocal workers during lunch break
Tamales Alberto
#6Quick Bites
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Tamales Alberto

Mexican·$$

This unassuming spot serves some of the most flavorful tamales in Los Angeles, with options ranging from traditional pork and chicken to unique vegan and even dog-friendly varieties. It's a casual, no-frills neighborhood joint where the focus is squarely on authentic, delicious food.

🍽️92Food
💰75Value
70Wait
📍60Location
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If you get before 1:00 p.m.

Ideal for
Tamale enthusiasts seeking authentic qualityEarly-morning/lunch-hour quick takeout runsFamilies wanting traditional Mexican comfort food
Tacos Tj by “El Primo”
#7Quick Bites

Tacos Tj by “El Primo”

Mexican·$
📍 1476 W 3rd St

This classic Los Angeles taco truck serves up authentic flavors, particularly noted for its pastor and cabeza. It's a no-frills spot where the focus is squarely on fresh, tasty tacos and friendly service.

🍽️80Food
💰85Value
75Wait
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Right in front of a liquor store Incase you need to drink

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Fresh made pastor. It was your average street taco truck

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The taco stand is clean

Ideal for
Locals seeking authentic street tacosBudget-conscious dinersLate-night quick bites
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