LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA — tacos in Santa Monica, CA

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA

4.5· 462 Google reviews·$$·Downtown

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA is a Santa Monica, CA taco spot in the Downtown area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 462 Google reviews.

Rating
4.5
Loved by locals
Reviews
462
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Downtown, Santa Monica
  • •Plenty of community reviews

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Downtown, Santa Monica
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA serve?+

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA located?+

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA is at 725 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA, in the Downtown neighborhood of Santa Monica, California.

Is LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA good?+

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA has a 4.5★ average across 462 Google reviews — loved by locals by Santa Monica taco standards.

How expensive is LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA?+

LA PUREPECHA COCINA MEXICANA sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Santa Monica taquería.

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