La Carmencita Oracular Kitchen

4.2

29 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Gluten-free-friendly

La Carmencita is an eclectic Baja-style dining experience in Hollywood, CA.
More than a restaurant, La Carmencita is a place of meeting, sharing and celebrating with vibe.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mondays: 11:00 am -10:00 pm Tuesday: 11:00am - 10:00 pm Wednesday 11:00am - 10:30pm Thur-Fri-Sat 11:00am-11:00pm kitchen close at 10:30pm Sunday Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
Phone number
(323) 701-2063
Website
http://www.lacarmencitala.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Luis Cardenas
Private party contact
Luis Cardenas: (619) 755-7511

Location
1156 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
Neighborhood
Hollywood
Cross street
Lexington
Parking details
Valet Thursdays 7:00pm-C <br /> Fridays 7:00pm-C <br /> Saturdays 7:00pm-C

Shrimp Aguachile
Shrimp, serrano pepper, cilantro, red onion, & garlic or chile de árbol, cilantro, red onion, & garlic.
- 1/2$9.00
- Full$15.00
Tropical Ceviche
Shrimp, mango, green apple, orange supreme, coconut, red onion, & Persian cucumber.
- 1/2$9.00
- Full$17.00
Catch of the Day Ceviche
Cherry tomatoes, red onions, alioli, & cucumbers.
- 1/2$9.00
- Full$16.00
Carmencita Ceviche
Octopus, Shrimp, cherry tomatoes, red onions, aioli, & cucumbers.
- 1/2$11.00
- Full$19.00

Tacos

Baja$5.00
Beer battered seasonal fish OR shrimp, mex coleslaw mix, guacamole, pico de gallo, & crema.
Veggie Nopales$5.00
Sautéed mushrooms. grilled cactus & beet chips.
Pork Belly$5.00
Slow roasted pork, pickled red onions, & black beans.
Short Rib$5.00
Braised short rib, tomatillo, & jalapeño jam.
Barbacoa$5.00
Braised lamb mexican way, borracha sauce, onion, & cilantro.
Carne Asada$6.00
Grilled onions, guacamole, black beans, & house made salsa.
Gobernador (2)$6.00
Sauteed shrimp and veggies, melted cheese, & grilled tortilla.
Marlin (2)$6.00
Smoked tuna, bellpeppers, cheese, olives, tomato casse & grilled tortilla.

Salads

Spinach & Goat Cheese Salad$10.00
Organic spinach, goat cheese pearls, cherry tomatoes, organic carrots, & cranberry dressing.
Kale Salad$10.00
Organic kale, roasted pumpkin seeds, avocado, & papaya dressing.

Specialties

Specialty plates may take longer to prepare. Ask about our seasonal specials.

Torta Ahogada De Cochinita$12.00
Pulled pork in a red hot chili sauce.
Whole Red Snapper
Whole fried fish with side of rice and beans.
- MP
Oysters
Fresh, Grilled, Rockin' Baja or Beer Battered.
- MP

Sides

Guacamole$9.00
Mashed avocado & pico de gallo with a touch of citrus.
Puercos Beans$6.00
Bacon, house made chicharron.
Baked Black Beans$5.00
Black baked beans, aged cotija cheese.
Poblano & Corn Rice$5.00
Rice, poblano pepper, & yellow corn.

Desserts

Oaxaca's Cacao Brownie$8.00
Abuelita chocolate, orange and guajillo marmalade, & amadeus vanilla quenelle.
Ramonetti Flan$8.00
Mexican ramonetti cheese flan with berry sauce.

What 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4Service
3.8Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Energetic

29 Reviews

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jaknellor
VIP
Los Angeles
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was our second time here and we were not dissapointed...actually very pleased that afer 3 months everything was very very good..
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KrisK
Seattle
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
This place would be great at a quarter of the price. It was just way too expensive for the food volume and service. They don't have a full bar and all of their wine/beer based drinks are $9-$15 for small drinks. We arrived early and the place was empty - we ordered and appetizer and before we had ordered our main dish they asked for the menu's back for other people arriving. Left us one to order from. The ceviche was wonderful, but again expensive for what you get. There were four in our party and with one dip they brought us 3 small tortillas to eat it with. When we asked for more they brought us one additional tortilla. Taco's were outrageous. One tortilla with a tablespoon of meat and no sides for $10-15.
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Jules
VIP
Los Angeles
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
unexpectedly good - attentive wait staff, delicious food, nice casual atmosphere
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LauraB
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service is what makes this place. The food is great. Ceviche appetizer was amazing and definitely held up to the hype. Our server was so energetic and fun, his suggestions were great. The street was loud but not a problem.
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SusanL
Los Angeles
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We loved this place. Everything was fresh, flavorful & reasonably priced. The service was excellent. The octopus & shrimp ceviche was one of the best ceviches we've ever had. The beef short rib taco was delicious. We'll be back!
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GlenM
VIP
Los Angeles
20 reviews
2.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Small portions of food for a high price and margaritas made with tequila wine is not worth the price of the margarita. Parking is a challenge. I won't return nor would I recommend.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food was completely underwhelming and overpriced. I definitely will not be returning.
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LisaG
VIP
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Colorful décor, fun atmosphere, great service, & yummy food. Plus outside seating. I really like this relatively new addition to the neighborhood and I hope it sticks around for a while!
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MinMcD
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great casual neighbourhood dining with terrific service and good value for money. Kimberley is an asset!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent, with creative dishes, and the service attentive and very willing to make any changes to orders. They do not have a full bar but do have lower alcohol drinks, and some traditional ones such as margaritas made with tequila wine. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
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1156 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Additional information

Cross street
Lexington
Neighborhood
Hollywood
Hours of operation
Mondays: 11:00 am -10:00 pm Tuesday: 11:00am - 10:00 pm Wednesday 11:00am - 10:30pm Thur-Fri-Sat 11:00am-11:00pm kitchen close at 10:30pm Sunday Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Thursdays 7:00pm-C <br /> Fridays 7:00pm-C <br /> Saturdays 7:00pm-C
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luis Cardenas

Website
http://www.lacarmencitala.com/
Phone number
(323) 701-2063
Private party contact
Luis Cardenas: (619) 755-7511

La Carmencita Oracular Kitchen

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Raw & Cold

Shrimp Aguachile

Tropical Ceviche

Catch of the Day Ceviche

Carmencita Ceviche

Tacos

Baja$5.00

Veggie Nopales$5.00

Pork Belly$5.00

Short Rib$5.00

Barbacoa$5.00

Carne Asada$6.00

Gobernador (2)$6.00

Marlin (2)$6.00

Salads

Spinach & Goat Cheese Salad$10.00

Kale Salad$10.00

Specialties

Torta Ahogada De Cochinita$12.00

Whole Red Snapper

Oysters

Sides

Guacamole$9.00

Puercos Beans$6.00

Baked Black Beans$5.00

Poblano & Corn Rice$5.00

Desserts

Oaxaca's Cacao Brownie$8.00

Ramonetti Flan$8.00

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