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La Popular creates an unbeatable vibe for guests with its elevated, high-quality take on traditional dishes, inventive craft cocktails and an extensive selection of artisan spirits, chic modern interiors, covet-worthy playlists, and genuine welcoming services that embodies traditional Mexican hospitality. La Popular Porter Ranch is the perfect destination for your next date night, happy hour with friends, dinner with family, and much, much more.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–11 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 20065 Rinaldi St Suite 110, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Phone: (818) 377-2503
Website: https://www.lapopularcdmx.com/
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Reservations: opentable.comlapopularcdmx.com
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Reviews
James Jones
I was hungry for some enchiladas and this place had them in a area I frequently visit for the movies. The servings are small even the enchiladas. I did their combo plate even on their taco Tuesdays. My drink was cactus Pier and palm agua fresca for $6.50 in a small glass. I didn’t ask if could get free refills for that price. I do plan on going one last time to try one more food item. Next time I’ll stick with water or soda. Not bad if you don’t mind small portions if you on a diet.
… moreChristina Hernandez
Had a few friends suggest trying La Popular. I had chicken and shrimp fajitas and they were quite delicious! The chips and salsa are very good! Staff very friendly and courteous. We had an early dinner so wasnt crowded. Highly suggest trying this place. It really was delicious!
… moreKarina Garcia
I dined here on a Tuesday night, and it was a lovely experience. There was even a DJ, which was a nice surprise for a weekday. The restaurant was quite busy, and despite not having a reservation, they seated us inside and took our order right away.
… moreChristian Goryan
While this restaurant has a nice ambiance, I was so deeply disappointed in their portion sizes. Now, although I understand restaurants have become quite pricey over the years, I cannot understand how this fajita combo plate ($34) is justified with a tiny piece of chicken and a tiny piece of steak. Insult to injury, it was served with two pieces of corn tortillas and one piece of flour tortilla.
After making the manager aware of our issue, she simply told us to order more food next time. Overall, this restaurant may look nice but the service and the food portions are NOT worth it. Very disappointed.
You be the judge. Does this look worth $34?
… moreAfter making the manager aware of our issue, she simply told us to order more food next time. Overall, this restaurant may look nice but the service and the food portions are NOT worth it. Very disappointed.
You be the judge. Does this look worth $34?
Ronald de los Santos
Queso Fundido with chorizo is a great starter. Kind of like make-your-own quesadillas with the included corn and flour freshly made tortillas. The Torta ribeye was ok but a bit on the dry side. For dessert, we had the churros that were perfect! Warm and crunchy. The caramel and chocolate dips were very good.
Service is very good! Our server constantly checked up on us if we needed anything. Even the manager was going around the tables and came around our table to ask if everything was ok.
… moreService is very good! Our server constantly checked up on us if we needed anything. Even the manager was going around the tables and came around our table to ask if everything was ok.
Isabel Yanes
*Delayed post from June ‘25
What a fun date night spot! This Mexican restaurant is located in an outdoor mall with water features and grape vines, a movie theater, and plenty of shopping opportunities with a massive parking lot. We were given the option to sit outside, but unfortunately their patio is enclosed, so you can’t enjoy the outside breeze and it feels significantly hotter than the surrounding area. The inside however is a total vibe with low lighting from table tea lights, plant walls and vibrant blue neon signs. There are lounge chairs/sofas, a bar, booths and regular tables to choose from for every occasion, with lo-fi techno and EDM thump tracks playing in the background.
Food-wise, everything was a hit, though some adjustments could be made here and there. The chips and salsa were really good, featuring a slightly chunkier salsa that’s smoky and slightly spicy. The tortilla chips are really thin, crispy and freshly fried, though we found out they don’t make their tortillas in-house, so they probably just cut and fry them from a preferred brand. They aren’t salted, which normally I would argue should be a given, but it allows the salsa to shine.
The Corn Off the Cob Salad was the best discovery in my opinion because it presented familiar flavors and textures in a new and balanced way! It’s topped with a parmesan and ground chili mix that traditionally coats elote, which complements the heavy lime dressing and chunks of creamy avocado really well, and corn nuts for an added crunch. The banana peppers and raw onions add a nice spicy kick over mild greens and a slight bitterness from the arugula.
The queso fundido is served in a very shallow pan, which allows more of the cheese to crisp up on the bottom, while the top is broiled. The corn tortillas served on the side have an unexpected coat of sweetness. The rice was unexpectedly spicy, but still tasty. The shrimp in the fajitas were juicy and cooked well, but the chipotle sauce on top overpowers all other flavors on the plate. The steak was nothing special, but thankfully not overcooked or dry. The onion and peppers really brought the fajitas together with a caramelization that made them soft, yet still had a bite.
… moreWhat a fun date night spot! This Mexican restaurant is located in an outdoor mall with water features and grape vines, a movie theater, and plenty of shopping opportunities with a massive parking lot. We were given the option to sit outside, but unfortunately their patio is enclosed, so you can’t enjoy the outside breeze and it feels significantly hotter than the surrounding area. The inside however is a total vibe with low lighting from table tea lights, plant walls and vibrant blue neon signs. There are lounge chairs/sofas, a bar, booths and regular tables to choose from for every occasion, with lo-fi techno and EDM thump tracks playing in the background.
Food-wise, everything was a hit, though some adjustments could be made here and there. The chips and salsa were really good, featuring a slightly chunkier salsa that’s smoky and slightly spicy. The tortilla chips are really thin, crispy and freshly fried, though we found out they don’t make their tortillas in-house, so they probably just cut and fry them from a preferred brand. They aren’t salted, which normally I would argue should be a given, but it allows the salsa to shine.
The Corn Off the Cob Salad was the best discovery in my opinion because it presented familiar flavors and textures in a new and balanced way! It’s topped with a parmesan and ground chili mix that traditionally coats elote, which complements the heavy lime dressing and chunks of creamy avocado really well, and corn nuts for an added crunch. The banana peppers and raw onions add a nice spicy kick over mild greens and a slight bitterness from the arugula.
The queso fundido is served in a very shallow pan, which allows more of the cheese to crisp up on the bottom, while the top is broiled. The corn tortillas served on the side have an unexpected coat of sweetness. The rice was unexpectedly spicy, but still tasty. The shrimp in the fajitas were juicy and cooked well, but the chipotle sauce on top overpowers all other flavors on the plate. The steak was nothing special, but thankfully not overcooked or dry. The onion and peppers really brought the fajitas together with a caramelization that made them soft, yet still had a bite.
Daniel Zamora
A simple statement, “you can take any seat around the bar, except the high tops”. That’s all it took to ruin a dining experience at this restaurant.
When my wife and I walked into the restaurant, the hostess girl told us exactly that. So naturally, we walked around the bar area and found an open table that was not a high top. We sat down, took out jackets off and got comfortable. A few minutes passed and the same hostess girl came to our table and let us know we couldn’t sit there. According to her, the table was reserved and being held for someone else despite zero signage or visual management being placed on the table.
She then advised us we would need to be placed on the waiting list and we would have a table available in 10 minutes. I provided my name and number to her so we could lock in our spot. We waited patiently outside for 10 minutes, no text message confirming our place on the list was sent or a message letting us know our table was ready. We did notice several parties entering and being seated immediately. So we decided to have another chat with the hostess.
The hostess did a fantastic job of giving us attitude with a condescending tone. She also tried gas lighting us on how we were wrong to interpret her initial statement about tables being available to sit at. She even went on to say, “for future reference” as if she was providing us some kind of top tip to crack the hostess code for self seating in the bar area. Needless to say, our dining experience was tainted at that point.
We decided to leave the restaurant at that point.
La Popular provides the illusion of a great dining experience with its lighting, ambiance, and previous reviews. But that’s all you get, an illusion.
The food is very overpriced, the portions are tiny, the taste of the food is just OK and you just get the feeling that the restaurant is trying too hard to be “authentic Mexican food.”
Trust me, the tacos you get from a stand on Sherman Way have tons of more flavor than the over engineered tacos you get here. If you’re really looking for the same taste and flavor as this place, I think you can experience it for significantly less by driving down the 101 and going to Los Agaves in Thousand Oaks.
Will I visit this restaurant again in the future? Who knows. But it definitely won’t be for a while and hopefully the management can turn this place around. Because, for the amount of money you spend here, the experience is lackluster. This restaurant does not deserve to be in the ranks of other restaurants who truly earned their Michelin stars.
Oh, and of your wondering still. I never got a text that my table was available.
… moreWhen my wife and I walked into the restaurant, the hostess girl told us exactly that. So naturally, we walked around the bar area and found an open table that was not a high top. We sat down, took out jackets off and got comfortable. A few minutes passed and the same hostess girl came to our table and let us know we couldn’t sit there. According to her, the table was reserved and being held for someone else despite zero signage or visual management being placed on the table.
She then advised us we would need to be placed on the waiting list and we would have a table available in 10 minutes. I provided my name and number to her so we could lock in our spot. We waited patiently outside for 10 minutes, no text message confirming our place on the list was sent or a message letting us know our table was ready. We did notice several parties entering and being seated immediately. So we decided to have another chat with the hostess.
The hostess did a fantastic job of giving us attitude with a condescending tone. She also tried gas lighting us on how we were wrong to interpret her initial statement about tables being available to sit at. She even went on to say, “for future reference” as if she was providing us some kind of top tip to crack the hostess code for self seating in the bar area. Needless to say, our dining experience was tainted at that point.
We decided to leave the restaurant at that point.
La Popular provides the illusion of a great dining experience with its lighting, ambiance, and previous reviews. But that’s all you get, an illusion.
The food is very overpriced, the portions are tiny, the taste of the food is just OK and you just get the feeling that the restaurant is trying too hard to be “authentic Mexican food.”
Trust me, the tacos you get from a stand on Sherman Way have tons of more flavor than the over engineered tacos you get here. If you’re really looking for the same taste and flavor as this place, I think you can experience it for significantly less by driving down the 101 and going to Los Agaves in Thousand Oaks.
Will I visit this restaurant again in the future? Who knows. But it definitely won’t be for a while and hopefully the management can turn this place around. Because, for the amount of money you spend here, the experience is lackluster. This restaurant does not deserve to be in the ranks of other restaurants who truly earned their Michelin stars.
Oh, and of your wondering still. I never got a text that my table was available.
Jennifer Rozo
I brought my mom to this restaurant and she really liked it. It has a contemporary vibe. The food is delicious but the entrees aren’t very big. I ordered a make your own 3 entree meal that included an enchilada, a 2 steak tacos. The appetizer I ordered was delicious. It was guacamole with steak chicharon. I ordered a mocktail Chile pineapple Mango virgin margarita it was delicious. My mom had the carne asada plate so delicious. The service was great our server was friendly and we got our food pretty quick. Portions are a bit smaller so we had room for dessert we ordered the churros also delicious.
… moreRex Cranford (Roses)
My review might be slightly biased because we were lucky enough to show up on opening night and got our meals for free. But honestly, the food here is worth coming back and paying for.
The salsas and chips were superb and I couldn’t stop digging in. Each one had a lot of depth and flavor, and were a massive step above anything you would normally be served at a typical Mexican restaurant.
Aguachiles were great. I can tell because we destroyed them and even spooned up the last few drops lol.
Entrees were nothing less than spectacular. Highly recommend the steak fajitas. Super juicy and tasty, lots of strong but balanced flavors.
Our server made sure to explain the history of the restaurant and all of the cocktails. The jellyfish one is amazing and definitely makes for a great photo op.
Really fun and upbeat music but also not so loud that you can’t carry a normal conversation without having to yell at each other.
Overall a 9/10 and I would gladly recommend stopping by. Can be fun for a group of friends or a date night.
… moreThe salsas and chips were superb and I couldn’t stop digging in. Each one had a lot of depth and flavor, and were a massive step above anything you would normally be served at a typical Mexican restaurant.
Aguachiles were great. I can tell because we destroyed them and even spooned up the last few drops lol.
Entrees were nothing less than spectacular. Highly recommend the steak fajitas. Super juicy and tasty, lots of strong but balanced flavors.
Our server made sure to explain the history of the restaurant and all of the cocktails. The jellyfish one is amazing and definitely makes for a great photo op.
Really fun and upbeat music but also not so loud that you can’t carry a normal conversation without having to yell at each other.
Overall a 9/10 and I would gladly recommend stopping by. Can be fun for a group of friends or a date night.
Larissa M
I was really excited to get together with some friends and try La Popular for the first time. I’d heard that it gets super busy on weekends and Friday nights, so I decided to go on a Tuesday evening during happy hour, which is from 3-6. You can never go wrong with tacos, right? I opted for the chicken ones, which pleasantly surprised me by coming with four instead of the usual three. I really enjoyed them, but personally, the salsa was a bit too spicy for me. My mouth was on fire, and I had to down about three glasses of water to cool off. If I order it again, I’ll definitely skip the salsa—that was my mistake!
Our server, Ivette, was really sweet and attentive. As the evening got busier, we saw less of her, but that’s totally understandable.
The ambiance is lovely, though it does get pretty loud, so be prepared for that if you’re looking for a quiet night out. Overall, a nice experience!
… moreOur server, Ivette, was really sweet and attentive. As the evening got busier, we saw less of her, but that’s totally understandable.
The ambiance is lovely, though it does get pretty loud, so be prepared for that if you’re looking for a quiet night out. Overall, a nice experience!