La Villa Kitchen

Nice little restaurant, grab some tacos 🌮 walk across the street and throw a ball 🏈 around the park and come back for groceries next door. Salsa was on point burrito dinner plate won’t let you walk away hungry 😋

We try to eat here at least 2 times a month... The food is delicious, the service is great and the atmosphere feels cozy, just like home... If we don't have the time to dine in, we get carry out, either way, the food is BOMB!!

If you want frozen food go to the Frozen Section at Walmart or Target, you will enjoy it a lot more than the dishes at Villas Kitchen, whoever’s owns this place, Please, please fire the chef or sell the business, this restaurant is pretty busy but the people dining here have no idea of good tasting Mexican food.. the Taco truck in front of Glendora Market is off the wall compared to this place. The owner of Villas Kitchen is probably tired and lost his drive for good tasting Mexican Food, He needs to be FIRED!!!!!!!!!!! Where’s the accountability!!!!!! You’re giving Mexican Food a bad reputation

I recently visited this place as opposed to going to my usual I went with my wife and we also had some takeout we were greeted quickly and we sat up first available table it was rather crowded there was people waiting for a takeout and people outside waiting and all the tables were full but we sat down quickly and someone quickly approached us we gave him our drinks and our order at the same time and enjoyed chips and salsa for free I got the taco plate and my wife got that taco enchilada plate everything tasted great and we're very happy we've been here before and we'll come back again and we appreciate everything food is good thank you

Been goin here for over 15 years . Have not been there in about 6months, went last night will not go being back place is dirty and service very poor . The original crew was great never got cold food from them and never had to ask for anything you were taken care of all the time and we tipped heavy because we were regulars. Place could be a gold mine , but just a whole in the wall now So sad we are only 4 blocks from this place .

La Villa has been my FAVORITE Mexican joint ever since we moved to San Dimas in 1995. The food and service are consistently excellent. I rate my Mexican places by salsa and beans (silly, i know!) and their's is THEE BEST! I now live 30 miles away and still drive here when I need Mexican food!

Let's get this right, no hard feelings. My review is on the food. This is not an authentic Ranchera enchilada. The chicken feels soggy and has not so much of a taste. The beef it's OK i wouldn't recommend it ither. The food is pricey paid $51 for 3 enchiladas,rice and beans, and asada nachos. If you are looking for a 100% Authentic Restaurant this one is far from it. Service is Great,place is clean. I came here because of the reviews and I was very disappointed. This should tell you everything, their salsa is Tapatio lol.

Great family recipes, fun service and fab wine margaritas. Plus street tacos on Tuesday evening. A delicious experience.

I had a girlfriend who lived up in the High Desert near Victorville. She introduced me to this local burger/Mexican fast food joint like three miles from her house that had the best flautas. And the best part was it was a drive-thru. There were so many times we were tired to cook, but we always had flautas from this place as a back-up plan. In the years since I've tried a couple different places for flautas but nothing ever made a huge impression. The flautas here though? They might've made an impression. Big chonky boys, both with lots of beef and flour tortilla, grilled just so--that's exactly what I want in a good flauta. Plus, being able to place the guac on the side, so I can spread a thin layer of guac instead of drowning it in the stuff is perfect for me. I enjoyed every bite. The space is respectable, has a good warmth to it, and is what you'd expect from a small Mexican joint. I also like the service. It's the kind where you sit yourself while they grab the menu and salsa & chips for you. But they check on you just enough to not seem pushy. I had no complaints in that department. All in all, when I'm thinking flautas, I'm thinking here first.

When we want to dine out, we consider the location, quality of the food, price, and customer service. Ask yourself what gives a place that extra touch to make you a repeat customer? Consider La Villa Kitchen, for example. This is a small business, family owned and operated since 1986, plus they care about their customers AND the surrounding community. This year, I almost forgot about the Angel Tree project that they partner with the Salvation Army. Children write a "wish" on a paper ornament, which is hung on the Angel Tree. I drop by for a bite to eat and randomly choose a wish as a "secret" Santa. I envision the child on Christmas morning with bright eyes to see a present waiting for them. The requests are so cute "a remote control car, an arts and craft kit, a skateboard, books, walkie-talkie, etc." Thank you to the owner and his sisters, who extended the deadline this year so that MORE children could be given that smile on Wednesday morning. I hope you will support and patronize this worthy restaurant, they have weekly specials: Taco Tuesday, Fiesta Friday and Sangria Saturday. Next December, consider participating in the Angel Tree project. Don't forget to tell'em that Rosemary sent ya!!

Food was good and it was great talking with Renee she was telling us the owners are from Guadalajara. The flavors are a little different than Mexican flavors. We have a Carna asada wet burrito the red sauce they use on top of the burrito is very tasty they also used it on the enchiladas. We also tried the enchilada and tamale both tasty but a different flavor. The tamale was covered with the sauce which was good but a little over powering for me as I like tamales. Chips and salsa the salsa was mild and the chips were nice and warm.. and although they come in a small bowl but they keep the bowl filled with chips. Great experience friendly people and a lot of local people come here.

Always get hard shedded beef tacos! They are always good. Changed it up tried the soft tacos! They were not good! Some neat a little chili no cilantro or onions! I know not everyone makes soft tacos the same but these were not tasty at all!

I love La Villa Kitchen and despite all of the negative Nellys on here their food and the staff are GREAT! The beans are incredible. However....ugh, I hate to say it but I feel it needs to be: the prices have gone WAY up! We came about 6 months ago and a one taco lunch special plate was about $8. Today it's $11.25! It would be ok if the portions match the crazy prices but they stayed the same. I get it, everything's gone up in price but a $3-$8 increase is incredible. The dinners are over $18! Anyway, if you know this place you know their food is great. Sadly, we won't be able to frequent it as often due to the prices and that we can get something less in price for just as good quality.

Always full at lunch and dinner. But well worth the wait. Been coming here since the 1980s and the food has consistently stayed the same, tasty! They have homemade salsa. All of their food is made fresh to order so it comes out hot. Staff is always very friendly and welcoming. The decor is cute inside. They occasionally have a car show down in that area and the restaurant can get a bit packed. Worth checking the cars out while you wait to eat. It's located down in the Vons center of Via Verde. This is a location that is worthy of taco Tuesday every day of the week.

If you want a home cooked authentic Mexican meal, you need to come to La Villa Kitchen! This is some of the best Mexican food we've had in a while. A hidden gem located in the heart of San Dimas offers you a wide variety of delicious options. Not only is the food absolutely perfect but the ambiance as well. It's comfortable and authentically satisfying. Service was great, the staff were welcoming and helpful. Please check out this spot!!

Favoring it was to bland Enchilada sauce was watery Beans had hardly any salt Loved the rice

I really wanted to like this place because it is so close to home. We have eaten here a couple of times and ordered take out once. The food holds up a little better if you eat at the restaurant but take out doesn't hold up well at all as it is way too greasy. The service is better when not busy. You can see the kitchen easily from the register while waiting which pretty much explains the not too appetizing greasy food. They seem to do well regardless which I am happy about because the shopping center would suffer greatly as the restaurant choices are few to none. Would love to see more choices like Pizza, Chinese, Italian, Bagels and just general restaurants at this shopping center.

Love the food. Only downside is lard. Not sure if they have a vegetarian style beans I just don't eat lard for religious reasons but the food was amazing. The vibe was perfect and great servers :) coming back.

Lunch time its a full house. The food is great and the service and staff is even better!

Food is awesome especially the tacos!! People who serve are great! Restaurant is clean and decorated so cute!!

What was I thinking!! I had a late breakfast at La Villa Kitchen on taco Tuesday, this place starts taco Tuesday specials at 4pm....I was 1hr too early for that. So I had an order of beef flautas, as seen in picture mostly tortilla with a strip of shredded beef and a salad with what, was , supposed to be ranch dressing...OMG!! horrible,dressing was so old it was no longer tasted like ranch,ewww!!! The salsa was ok..nobody cared in that kitchen.... Not for me...

Service was horrible and the food was lousy. Beer selection was no good. Took for ever to get served.

Fantastic, friendly, helpful service. Delicious shrimp ceviche - fresh and good for my sensitive tummy. Cute vibe, too!

Service was awesome. Nice place to eat and meet up with the girls from work. Will be back for sure.

Very happy with my first two visits this month. $12 for soup and a taco + the free chips & salsa = great value! And the staff are very welcoming & friendly. My last server, Cindy, was really very nice & sweet. Generous tip thoroughly deserved - thank you so much! I'll be back with family & friends soon.

No stars! Ordered the chicken flauta dinner. Asked for the guacamole and sour cream on the side! Upon getting the check there was a $1.75 charge for the sour cream. Every Mexican restaurant I've ever been to comes with guacamole and sour cream!! This restaurant charges an up charge for sour cream!!!!! When I questioned the waitress Renea her response was " I don't make the prices and not my restaurant." Not very friendly or professional! So many restaurants to choose from to have a bad attitude! I know it's only $1.75 but it's the principle! I don't care for greedy people...

We absolutely love this place. We go couple times a month. I always get the same thing, the carne asada wet burrito add rice. There is something magical about that sauce. I could drink a whole bottle of it. The servers are the best! They are super sweet and quick! Shockingly quick. I'm drooling thinking about a burrito right now. Gonna go tomorrow!

La Villa Kitchen has become our family go to local restaurant for yummy tacos and Mexican food in Via Verde, San Dimas! Love their Tacos Tuesday night! Restaurant is clean and service great. I'd definitely recommend them to any of my friends and families visiting the area. Please make more yummy tacos for us to enjoy!

Delicious!! I was extremely happy with their service and especially with their food. I'm definitely going back to this little place.

The food not that great. Service minimum could be better. They could be a little more friendlier. You can always look for somewhere else.

Did not live up to it's "hype". We've lived in San Dimas for over 20 years and this restaurant is always getting rave reviews and recommendations on a local Facebook page. I was in the mood for Mexican but didn't want to drive all the way to Monrovia for my favorite - Max's. Anyway, La Villa Kitchen is small but not every table was full. Maybe 2/3 full when we arrived around 6pm. There were only two servers working and the main gal, was largely ignoring us. We waited around 5 minutes to be seated (after being told twice by the main server "we'll be right with you) as she walked past us to refill waters/lemonades at a table at the very front of the restaurant. Oh, she did say that they had to clean off a table before they could seat us but no one asked if we wanted a booth or a table and I think she just assumed we wanted a booth because those did need bussing - we wanted a table. Another 10 minutes before we were given menus. In the meantime, same server walks back to the front table with more water for those customers. SO, I quickly figured out that this is a "locals" favorite and that's who the servers are catering to - I get it, they want the big tips and the loyals expect good service and looks like they get it. Anyway, we finally got the other server to take our orders and she was VERY nice. I didn't catch her name but she's a KC Chiefs fan. There were 3 of us; my husband ordered a carnitas burrito, our son ordered a chicken quesadilla and I ordered one chicken enchilada and a side of rice. Their chips and salsa were actually very good! We didn't have to wait long for our food but mine was disappointing. It was warm but not hot. Rice was very dry and the enchilada itself - just very mediocre. The red sauce was just not authentic. The presentation was like a cafeteria plate - no garnish; lettuce or tomatoes like in better mexican restaurants. I found that odd. My husband enjoyed his burrito and it's pretty hard to mess up a quesadilla. They did just slop the sour cream on top of the quesadilla. Seriously, NO presentation of any of these dishes but, again, it is clearly a locals favorite and I'm sure those are the people always giving them great reviews. It's a small family owned business that does well because of their loyal customers but I really don't see where they could get any new loyal ones because of the things I mentioned. Needless to say, I continue to look for a decent mexican restaurant that's closer than Monrovia.

Service was great today salsa and chips were so good . Had the potatoes tacos and beef tacos also great, got a taste of mole also. The server was nice greeted us and smiled the whole time.

Although I live down the street from this restaurant, the few times I went staff was not very friendly. Food is not that great. Last night ordered online for pick-up. A simple small order of chicken nachos. My husband went to pick up the prepaid order and said staff completely ignored him. He finally asked someone for the order, which was basically thrown at him. Won't be back to this place ever again.

Two coworkers and I stopped in for lunch several weeks ago. They had raved about this spot as they have been coming here for years. It is family owned and ran and the owner (a super kind lady) stopped by our table to check-in. It's located in a shopping center and if you blink, you'd miss it. But inside is nicely decorated and you come here for the service and food. The complimentary chips and salsa were great too. I would certainly return again and recommend it as a great Mexican restaurant in the area!

It is about time that I've written an update on my all-time favorite Mexican restaurant. It has been a long ride since my last review in 2010, and ever since COVID has stuck, tragedy not just struck all of us, but the Ramirez family at La Villa Kitchen. Owner and mama Ramirez passed away due to COVID-19, leaving her legacy in the hands of her children. I want to take this moment in this updated review to honor Mama Ramirez and her family legacy instilled into their restaurant. For over a decade since my previous review in 2010, La Villa Kitchen has continued to serve exceptional home-style Mexican food. No matter the time or day, when I come to La Villa Kitchen, I am at peace because I know I'm in warm company. The atmosphere largely remains the same as nearly a decade ago, of course traffic varies on the time of day and service can get pretty busy with a lot of folks around for lunch or dinner rush. Nevertheless, the servers always manage to make time for you, and make sure to top-off your drinks when they see that it's low. Not to mention, they all love to chat with you about your day, and about life. Most recently, I shared a lot my personal favorite comedians with them like: Jo Koy, Gabriel Iglesias, and Bill Engvall, and of course they shared with me some of their favorites. Long story short, I make the time to visit La Villa Kitchen whenever I can, and when I can - I try to invite and bring my friends over. I still hold to the firm opinion that they served absolutely the best complimentary chips and salsa in the business, and my friends and guests all continue to return to La Villa Kitchen after their first experience for the very same reasons. Heck, they've gone on to inviting their own friends and family without me to dine here! Trust me, you'll love the complimentary chips and salsa, I personally love it so much, that I can wipe out at least 3 plates of chips and salsa in addition to my meal before becoming stuffed. To this day, I still get my favorites: 1. Bean & Cheese Nachos with a side of Guacamole, and Sour Cream 2. Carne Asada Dinner with Thousand Island dressing w/salad, no tortillas. 3. Enchiladas La Villa or Enchiladas Rancheras. 4. Two Taco Combination plate with Carne Asada. Having been around a lot as a foodie, I've eaten my fair share of Mexican food. But there's just something about La Villa Kitchen that puts it above the rest, and keeps me coming back for more. If you're thinking about checking this place out, ponder no more. Hope to see you dining here soon! Thank you so much La Villa Kitchen for being there during my childhood, and continuing to serve this community. Have no doubt that you're honoring your family each day with every plate of food that you serve. You all deserve the best in life, God bless you all. Cheers to another decade and beyond! :)

I live opposite side of san dimas, by san dimas canyon and LA verne. Started coming here because my vet is next door and sometimes I have to wait. Service happy to help you, food DELICIOUS!!!!!!! It's a small place so if you go during lunch hour or dinner time, it will be crowded. BUT ITS WORTH IT!!!!!!!!!! I'm so picky about chips and salsa. I'm absolutely addicted to theirs! Chile relleno, tacos, machaca, beans, rice, so far that's what we have tried. We've been going to the same Mexican restaurant in San dimas AND LA verne for thirty years. We still love it. But this little hidden gem is a breath of fresh air!!!!!!!!!!

Nice little Mexican restaurant in San Dimas has live music on Fridays. I ordered the Chile Colorado plate comes with rice and beans and salad. There Chile Colorado is one of the best I have had, nice and flavorful.

I just picked up food at La Villa Kitchen in Sam Dimas and they said the Coors light taste funny out of the tap...I jumped into action and volunteered my professional Coors light taste buds. I confirmed it tasted perfect like rocky mountain goat p.. The food was great too! I ordered to go; carne asada wet burrito, ceviche, bean and cheese burrito, and a bunch of hard shell beef tacos. They are also friendly. A+ Thanks!

Ate here for the first time with my family and had a great experience. Everyone working is super friendly. Got to meet the owners too. The food is delicious! Had the cheese enchiladas plate.

They are so sweet here and the service is unmatched. They are so quick and I mean quick! I only had 10-15 minutes to order, eat, and leave. They told me it would happen and boy were they right! Great food and atmosphere!

I ordered the taquito lunch, big disappointment, the taquitos were very small, they were long but had very little meat, I added cheese if you could find it and there was about a tablespoon of guacamole. There was also a very small amount of rice and beans. Definitely not worth the 12.00 I paid

My Chloe was at her vet appointment a few doors down so I dropped in to check it out. The food was good, nothing special; I had the chicken flautas. The salsa tasted fresh and the waitress was very nice and attentive.

I don't even know where to start. I've been going to this place since it opened its doors. I would ride my bike to eat there. It seems catastrophic anytime I get something to go from there. I don't live in the area but I like to stop and get food from there. I ordered a chicken burrito no rice beans only, in a container with no tortilla. Obviously I can't eat rice or tortillas because they turn into sugar, and I have to control my blood sugar. Get home, open the container, and it's rice with a little bit of chicken. I guess I'll never learn I can't go back this isn't the first time, it's not that hard......

Found this restaurant on Facebook page EAT SAN DIMAS. EXCELLENT! The family business, now run by the second generation of Ramirez's, has been open since April 25, 1986. La Villa Kitchen is a family owned and community driven business. Every time you dine with us we want you to feel at home. Come join the family at La Villa Kitchen. Two migrants from Zacatecas, Mexico, Heleodoro and Guadalupe had the American dream of owning a Mexican Restaurant. The Ramirez's are a big family of seven and it seemed impossible to share their passion for good food because getting by was their top priority. Despite these hardships the family eventually opened up a Mexican restaurant, and La Villa Kitchen was born.

Came in for take-out during the second LA County Covid-19 shutdown. All measures were taken seriously by establishment: no one sitting inside or outside. Masks for staff AND they have masks for customers in case they forgot theirs. Hand sanitizers, constant cleaning after customer leaves. Great care for their customers. Really appreciated all the effort . Hubby and I ordered combos with rice, beans, crunchy shredded beef tacos and taquitos. At first, i thought there's no way i could finish this combo-so much yummy food. But, it was so delicious i didn't leave a piece of lettuce. They are sponsoring a fundraiser and a giving tree for families and children in need this christmas. Such a beautiful gesture especially during these difficult covid-19 days.

Food was great! Service was awesome and the music was perfect. Don't leave without trying the flan.

Staff there will leave their business phone off the hook after 630 to avoid taking more calls. 3 times prior they just said they didn't realize or where not aware u til you arrive to place order. Week ago the same thing, 630 Rory and Mory are clueless, contradict themselves and placed my phone order call on hold for 19 minutes then hung call up. Finally an hour after, so call owner claims they don't pick up calls after 8, even after clearly advising it was at 630. Obviously he has zero business knowledge and had excuse after excuse. Maybe the additional family owner members should reconsider the kids running this establishment. Regardless, not a worry any longer, no more business from my side moving forward.

Just had their carne asada burrito I give a 2.5 was expecting more flavor because the meat had a good texture but the taste wasn't that great.

I love this place!!! Please try their shredded beef tacos, their bean and cheese flautas, and their beans!!! Amazing! Miss coming here!!!

Best Mexican food in the SGV. Friendly, great service and the food is exceptional. Chile Verde Burrito

I love this restaurant, me and my wife have been coming here for a few months now. Today I had huevos rancheros and a chicken burrito it was a magnificent meal. The salsa is fabulous too, and they are super friendly there. I will be moving to San Dimas soon, and I'll be coming here more often. The service is great, thanks to the owner, and everyone that works there for having such a great place.

Very clean very authentic the people that own the business are very nice their salsa over the top, and every first Friday of the month there's a car show in the parking lot

Very disappointed with such very small portions to be a Mexican restaurant. Everything looked like it was from the kids menu.

Love the food very tasty amazing servers Great chips and salsa. Hard beef tacos are my favorite.

Very friendly and great food. Tacos are very good.. Chips and salad is always included..

Been coming here for a long time. The food is good and their chips are delicious. If you're in the area and in the mood for good Mexican food, come here. Inside it's crowded because it's small but there is also outdoor dining

Really enjoy the food here! It's family owned and the waitresses are nice. My favorite chips and salsa!