Sonoratown
A popular Downtown spot specializing in Sonoran-style tacos, featuring fresh flour tortillas and coal-grilled meats, newly awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026.
This entry covers the Downtown location on 8th Street, though there are also branches in Mid-City and Long Beach. The restaurant specializes in the flavors of Sonora in northern Mexico, serving fresh, handmade flour tortillas with coal-grilled meats. The signature chivichanga features shredded chicken or beef, cheese, and Anaheim chilies wrapped in a flour tortilla. With tacos priced around $3.50 and the Burrito 2.0 at about $13 on the official website, it is considered a highly affordable option in Los Angeles. Newly awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026, the guide notes that long lines are common and seating is limited, though takeout orders can be placed in advance. Open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Opening hours
Daily 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
Nearby sights
- Grand Central Market
- The Broad
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
- Little Tokyo
- Olvera Street
- Dodger Stadium
- California Science Center
- Hollywood Forever Cemetery