El Rincón Criollo - Cuban Restaurant Los Angeles

Becareful! Because once you try it you're coming back 500 times. Get the 1/2 chicken plate you won't regret it. Don't worry about the amount you're served so so much! AND their flan is delicious. Sangria is good too. Have kids? They have nuggets and fries just in case :)

*Delayed post from May ‘25 This Cuban restaurant in Playa del Rey was a true delight for me as someone born in Miami to Cuban immigrants! The quality of food here is outstanding, despite relocating less than a year ago. Speaking with Jason the owner revealed that their chef has been with the restaurant for over a decade, so they know what they’re doing! There is some outdoor seating on the patio, but I recommend sitting inside to absorb the atmosphere more, with books, paintings and music filling the space. The parking lot has a few spaces, but street parking is easily accessible. For an appetizer, I recommend the mariquitas, or fried plantain chips, because they’re made fresh to order. At other popular Cuban places, Porto’s for example, they cook these plantain chips in the morning and

Everything I’ve eaten here is amazing!!! The staff and owners are very friendly too

My first time at this restaurant so didn't know what to expect. But I am glad I decided to try it. And let me tell you it's worth it the chicken cook to perfection juicy and very flavorful. The pork tender it let's in your mouth. The rice cooked the way is is meant to be rich in flavor. The black beans have a smokey tasty flavor. I also order the cortadito cofee and it was amazing. Also order the sangria which was refreshing and hand craft with natural fruit must try it. The waitress very friendly and attentive couldn't ask for more as s Her customer service was beyond the good it was outstanding. I will definitely go back and will recommend it to friends and family.

EAT HERE IMMEDIATELY!!! This is AUTHENTIC Cuban food folks! The food is excellent and reasonably priced! I’ve been searching LA for real Cuban food for years and am happy to report the search is over! The restaurant has been around since the 60’s but this is a new location. We met the owner Jason and he’s a gem, he told us the chef trained under the original Cuban chef. Come support your local restaurant and be rewarded with the most delicious food!!!