SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista

SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Beatrice VIP

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Very nice neighborhood restaurant, food is good but service could be better.
   

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   Clyde VIP

   Los Angeles1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came to Sol in Playa Vista for Cinco de Mayo and had an amazing time. Yes, it was busy (as expected), but the energy was great—live music from a one-man band added the perfect vibe to the patio. Huge shoutout to Jose, our server, who didn’t miss a beat. Friendly, fast, and on top of everything. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere. Already looking forward to our next visit.
   

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   Kimberly

   Portland1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredible food, amazing service and great ambiance! Can’t wait to come back!
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded 6 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us, Kimberly! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We strive to provide an amazing ambiance for all our guests, and your words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   DAVID

   Central Coast8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very crowded but lively and welcoming. Seated promptly thanks to our Open Table reservation - table was perfect - outdoors under heater. Hostess was amazing. Food and drinks were excellent. Thank you for an awesome experience!
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on April 30, 2025

   Thanks for visiting us, David! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, drinks, and service. We always strive to provide an inviting atmosphere for our guests, and it's heartening to hear that our efforts have been appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable experience.
   

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   marlene

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Reservation late to be seated Then in dark room not in main area Chips are not great
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on May 6, 2025

   Hello marlene, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista didn't meet your expectations. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the reservation delay and the seating issue. We also regret that our chips didn't hit the mark for you. We take your comments seriously and will use them to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide a better dining experience. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   alan VIP

   Los Angeles147 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   great service by Jessie average food above average prices
   

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   Paul

   Central Coast4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Always good food and a nice time Great chips and salsa
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on April 10, 2025

   Hello Paul, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our chips and salsa to your liking. We always aim to provide a great dining experience, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back to SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista soon! Best, The Management Team
   

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   Angelo VIP

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 3, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   I made reservations at 5:30pm for patio booth seating and arrived early, only to be seated 15 minutes late. What added insult to injury was that other walk-up patrons were being being seated immediately with same size party. I was told that they only had one person busing tables that evening my table needed more time. Hmmm... After being seated, my guest and I BOTH individually recognized that the chips served as appetizers were stale. Even the second and third try were the same (stale) but the manager graciously brought out some freshly made tortillas chips, only after we started eating our meal. I was grateful, though, that he did not charge us for our menu'd appetizer. Expected to be a noisy atmosphere on their patio, nothing was any different this evening. It was loud! Would I come back? Hmmmm, yes, because of its ambiance and locale. But it'll be a while, since I have get this experience out of my system.
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on April 5, 2025

   Hello Angelo, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We apologize for the delay in seating and the inconsistency with the freshness of our chips. We also regret to hear about the noise level, we understand it can get quite lively. We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best, SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista Management Team
   

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   Sarah VIP

   Orange County14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   If you’re looking for exceptional Mexican cuisine with a modern twist, SOL Mexican Cocina in Playa Vista is the spot to be! From the moment you step inside, the vibe is lively, warm, and inviting, with chic décor and a friendly staff that makes you feel right at home. Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely incredible! The guacamole is super fresh, perfectly seasoned, and served with crispy chips that you can’t stop eating. Their tacos are next-level, with standout options like the Baja fish taco, which is crispy, flavorful, and topped with just the right amount of slaw and crema. The carnitas taco? Melt-in-your-mouth tender. And don’t sleep on the margaritas! They have a great selection, but the blackberry jalapeño margarita deserves a special mention—it’s the perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and refreshing. Service was top-notch, too. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and happy to make recommendations. Even when the place got busy, we never felt rushed. Overall, SOL Mexican Cocina checks all the boxes for an amazing dining experience. Whether you’re coming for Taco Tuesday, weekend brunch, or a casual night out, this spot delivers every time. Can’t wait to come back!
   

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   SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on March 30, 2025

   Thanks for the review, Sarah! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista. We're especially pleased that you loved our guacamole, tacos, and margaritas! It's great to know that our staff made you feel at home and that you found our service to be top-notch. We're excited for you to return and look forward to serving you more memorable meals in the future. Warm regards, The Management Team
   

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    Christina

    Central Coast2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3

    Was very disappointed in our service. It was for a birthday and not only did they charge on the bill for a birthday dessert that wasn’t asked for, everything was extremely delayed (hours) and our sever was nowhere to be found at all. I’ve gone here so many times but was very disappointed that I chose this place to spend my birthday.
    

    SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa VistaResponded on April 5, 2025

    Thanks for visiting us, Christina. We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista. It's unfortunate that your birthday celebration did not go as planned, especially since we aim to make every occasion special for our guests. We understand how frustrating it must have been to wait for such a long time and not have your server. We take these matters seriously and assure you that we will address this internally to prevent such incidents in the future. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and make up for your recent experience. Best regards, The Management Team
    

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