Panxa Cocina

Restaurant · Long Beach

Panxa Cocina

Restaurant · Long Beach

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3937 E Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803

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Panxa Cocina is a cozy Long Beach spot serving modern New Mexican fare with vibrant hatch chiles, craft cocktails, and a laid-back bar vibe.  

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3937 E Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803 Get directions

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+1 562 433 7999
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Panxa Cocina - Review - Long Beach - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Southwestern food isn’t very common around LA, but Panxa Cocina is one of the few restaurants that focuses on specialties such as fry bread tacos and “New Mexican pizza.” The food can be a little underwhelming, but we still consider this Belmont Shore restaurant  a solid neighborhood hang where you can sip guava margaritas at Happy Hour. The drink specials run from 3-6pm, Wednesday-Saturday, and that’s also when there’s a high probability you’ll end up having a conversation with someone who has lived in Long Beach since the ‘70s. They have the same comfy brown booths you’d see in a classic diner and a long wooden bar with TVs that are usually screening ESPN." - Nikko Duren

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/panxa-cocina-long-beach
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City Officials Close El Salvador Corridor Street Vendor Market - Eater LA

"Panxa Cocina was one of the notable spots run by the late chef Arthur Gonzalez." - Farley Elliott

https://la.eater.com/2022/5/13/23070848/am-intel-morning-news-los-angeles-el-salvador-corridor-street-vendor-closed-city
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LA Restaurants are Donating Profits to Help Fight the Australian Fires - Eater LA

"Panxa Cocina in Long Bach is continuing its month-long Land of Enchantment series based on the culinary history of New Mexico." - Farley Elliott

https://la.eater.com/2020/1/14/21060181/morning-briefing-restaurant-news-los-angeles-australian-fires-donation-los-angeles
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The Best Dishes Eater LA Editors Ate This Week, April 2018 - Eater LA

"Panxa Cocina, the sister restaurant to Roe Seafood, is one of the small handful of Southwestern restaurants that thrive in Los Angeles. Chef Art Gonzalez is making a strong showing of the regional cuisine, with plenty of those coveted hatch chiles that make an appearance on everything from stacked enchiladas to charred queso. It’s those enchiladas that steal the show though, with a “Christmas salsa,” that is both red and green varieties, that add striking contrast to the plate. Those hatch chilies, roasted and pureed, contribute a smoky kick to layers of tortilla, short rib, and cotija, making it unrecognizable from the casserole dish of your childhood." - Crystal Coser

https://la.eater.com/2018/4/3/17194062/best-dishes-eater-editors-los-angeles-april-2018
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Fernando Lopez

Google
I had originally called the restaurant making a reservation for 11 on a Saturday morning which ended up dwindling down to a party of 6 with no issues. The restaurant was extremely accommodating and happy to serve us no matter how large or small our party ended up being. The food was delicious however some of the portions did seem rather small for the cost. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The cocktails were great and I’m bummed I didn’t get a picture. Overall great choice, would be back if I’m in the area

Jeremy Stochaj

Google
This is one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Every element was perfectly done, service, food, ambience, and drinks. I’ve only been the once, but if they’re consistently this good, this place deserves Michelin stars. We were a large group and everything was still flawlessly executed.

Anna “Krimzin Art”

Google
Charred queso Oaxaca with short ribs, and the New Mexican Pizza & the Nicholas Sage. The corn bread was amazing, hot, delicious and so buttery. The Charred queso with short ribs was good, definitely more filling than I expected. However, the new Mexican Pizza was not for me. It was very oily & heavy, I don't know how to describe it but I only had 1 piece and couldn't finish it (which is rare, I don't have issues with greasy food). The Nicholas sage was delicious! It tasted very much like bourbon but it was good, had a hard kick (I usually don't have bourbon). Out waiter was awesome, friendly and helpful. It's slightly pricey and there's a small parking lot or street parking. Plenty of seating inside , at the bar or also outside.

keri silva

Google
Some of the tastiest and most unique food! The margaritas (flaquita, and watermelon basil) were fresh and delicious. We ordered a a variety of dishes and everything was on point. The standout dish was the Duck Carnitas. Service was also exceptional. Amanda was as knowledgeable as she was kind and efficient. Save room for dessert!!

No Name

Google
I want to start off by thanking my server Christina. A true professional, she knew the menu front to back , she new all the ingredients and she made my wife and fell at home, thank you Christina. I’m giving 5 stars for the overall hospitality and food quality and uniqueness, I did have some minor issues with two of my dishes , but it was all cancelled out by the others. I had such a great time and I can’t wait to return. This is what I ordered : Chips and dips - $12 – Comes with hatch green chile salsa, Guacamole, black bean puree, and House chips. Nice starter, really gets you in the mood for south western adventure your mouth is about to take. Duck Carnitas - $16 – Duck leg slow cooked to perfection might have been braised, not sure but the meat just fell off the bone, salsa macha, chimayo chilaquiles, and pickled onions. This was hands down my favorite dish of the night. Everything went together so well, and the chiaquiles weren’t soggy !! that’s a big deal for me. Green Chile Cornbread - $12 – Made with Hatch chile, and topped with whipped honey butter and honey. This was good but you need to eat it right away, which I did not do, by the time I got to it was hard as a rock. I did still eat it and it was great. I really loved the charred edges the most. Charred Purple Cabbage - $15 – Made with mixed greens, oregano vinaigrette, roasted tomato, goat cheese, apples and topped with a quarter cut of charred purple cabbage. So many amazing flavors, my only problem with this dish was that it was very hard to eat, I tried to cut the charred cabbage and proceeded to flick salad all over the table. But overall a very good salad. Caramelized Corn - $9 – Corn, Morita Aioli,  lime,  Cotija, Paprika . Classic and creamy, spicy and sweet. Mushroom Mole Enchiladas - $18 – Grilled garlic mushrooms, Queso Qaxaca, mole, Sesame Seeds, Radish. Very smooth and rich flavor from the mole, I always love a good mole. And lastly I got the dinner special, braised lamb shank in a birria consommé with rice to sop up all that tangy, smoky, juice, A true treat. I’m sure I am missing a bunch of ingredients and my description does not do this dish justice.

Omar Ramos

Google
This place is really cool, trendy and friendly. The customer service is top notch and the food is to die for. We started off with the Ceviche, which was fresh and flavorful. My friend ordered a chicken salad that was good and healthy. Me on the other hand, ordered the stacked short rib enchiladas with the Christmas salsa (mixed red and green). The enchiladas were exquisite, full of flavor, and spicy but not too spicy. I accompanied my dish with a mango margarita. The perfect combo. Definitely a cool place to bring your date, friends for happy hour (bar area) or a dinner out with the family.

James

Google
Great flavors and friendly vibe. We had a very nice meal. The mole mushroom enchiladas were very tasty and the margarita was good.

Christopher Silencer

Google
When I found this restaurant it seemed too good to be true. But you know what, it was just too good. Of course atmosphere and staff was awesome but the food is what sealed the deal. From our Mango margaritas to our donuts this place was phenomenal. I had the most beautiful plate of scallops I've ever eaten. The posole was excellent with broth so good I didn't even care about the short ribs in it. And the stacked enchiladas with the hatch Chile Verde sauce is for true spice lords. I normally don't like most Mexican restaurants. I feel they're over priced for what you get and stick to taco stands instead. This place changed my opinion, I'd go to more Mexican restaurants if they were all like this. I highly recommend this place if you're in Long Beach.
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Jacob C.

Yelp
Panxa Cocina serves New Mexico inspired food. This is not "Modern Mexican" or "New" Mexican style. These are dishes (Navajo Taco, Frito Pie, Posole) and ingredients (Hatch, Chimayó, Blue Corn) unique to the state itself. This is one of a handful of New Mexico restaurants in Southern California. We were seated on the patio immediately and Destiny was very attentive during the meal. We had the Stacked Enchiladas with Egg and Short Rib and The Green Chile Panxa Burger. It was all delicious, mildly spicy, and very satisfying.
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Feruska R.

Yelp
This place is the best. Ambience and food are exquisite and the service impeccable. If you are ever there on a Sunday, have Taisa serve you. We absolutely adore her. My son introduced me to this place and this is our second visit coming back from San Diego. We will be making it a point to try EVERYTHING on the menu, thanks to Taisa.
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Frank M.

Yelp
The food is mediocre, I had the Chicken Mole Enchiladas. It's average "New" Mexican food, but do not expect real Mexican food. The best thing I ordered was the chips and Guac. Service is ok, needs a bit of improvement. Will not be returning anytime soon. A bit overpriced for the taste as well.
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Bubba Y.

Yelp
A solidly decent bowl of red pozole. Great flavor, large helping. Lots of pork and herbs floating around in the oddly flat bowl. A bit spendy at $19 but probably the better bow of pozole I've had in a while,
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Paul L.

Yelp
A low-key restaurant in the Belmont Heights neighborhood serves AMAZING happy hour dishes and drinks. I was shocked to find a standalone restaurant in this residential neighborhood. Parking was tough to find, as the restaurant does not have an assigned parking space for its guests, so the only option was street parking. What we ordered from the HAPPY HOUR menu: ELOTE TEMPURA BALLS (Sweet corn, cotija, Morita, lime, aioli, paprika) - My favorite item on the happy hour menu. If you are looking for something sweet, these fried balls will DELIGHTFULLY melt in your mouth. CHICKEN CHIMICHANGA (Shredded chicken, cheese, pico hatch chili, Chimayo, chili, crema) - SUPERB mini fried burrito with fantastic hatch chili sauce smothered all over the plate that makes your mouth dance with each bite. SHORT RIB TAQUITOS (3) (short rib, shredded lettuce, pico, crema, hatch, and Chimayo chile)--This item is not about the meat but all about the sauce. Those dual hatch and Chimayo chile sauces were out-of-this-world delicious. The dual sauce taste countered and balanced really well. Also, the taquitos were fried incredibly well. CEVICHE TOSTADA (white fish, Morita, cilantro, cabbage, pico) - Interesting ceviche uses cooked white (fish) meat instead of raw seafood. Overall, I enjoyed this item but lacked the definition of a traditional ceviche. PIZZA PORT Beer (Ale) - $2 discount during Happy Hour. Cheers to that!
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Adela R.

Yelp
We came with a party of 6 for dinner in a Sunday, it was slow and we didn't have any issues getting reservations. Our server was nice and patient as we asked multiple questions around the table. The food was food. I had the prawns which were really tasty, a little spicy, though for the price I was hoping to at least have one or two more of the prawns. There are only 3 on this dish. My boyfriend had the steak and fries and loved it! Others had different types of enchiladas, which were food. Overall a nice experience and I would recommend it.
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Sara N.

Yelp
Came here for brunch. There were a few tables that were occupied so we were able to choose where we wanted to sit. They had a variety of mimosas which was good, we got a bottle and mixed and matched. They have a full bar which was empty cause again we were there during the week for brunch.... Food was ok. Parking is kinda hard to find. They have outdoor seating so it's doggo friendly.
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Cat N.

Yelp
Food and ambience is cool but pricing is a little high. I've been here for an event and lunch before. Panxa Cocina specailizes in new Mexican cuisine which includes chilaquiles, quiches, eggs benedicts, and even burgers. Their foods are pretty and and always beautifully presented. They also have an awesome drink menu with margaritas and cocktails. The last time I came here I got their chilaquiles which came with eggs cooked any way you like. I thought it was pretty good. I also had a smokey mango margarita which was enjoyable. The inside of this place is cute and casual. It's a great spot to meet up with friends or family and hang out. It has a great vibe and they have a cool bar area. The staff is always really nice and helpful. Overall its a cool spot to grab brunch or lunch.
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Anne G.

Yelp
We came for brunch as a party of 7 and had a great time. Everyone loved their food, including the 2 and 4 year olds. They split the French toast with berries, which they gobbled up. I had the Panxa Benedict and it was a unique and tasty take on eggs Benedict. We ordered some brunch cocktails too, all nicely presented. The service was excellent all around. Great place!
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Nav R.

Yelp
Interesting fusion menu. I got the enchiladas with the vegan sauce which was surprisingly flavorful. I wish they had a few more vegetarian items, but they have enough for a small group. The sides seemed a bit overpriced. Nice ambience and friendly staff. Street parking.
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Trung N.

Yelp
I brunched here this past weekend and the brunch at Panxa Cocina wasn't it. Our table started with the chips and dips ($13). The app comes with a trio of hatch green chile salsa, guacamole, and black bean puree. I especially liked that it came as like a sampler. For my entree, I ordered the smothered breakfast burrito ($21). It comes with scrambled eggs, potatoes, queso Oaxaca with your choice of protein (pork sausage for me). You also get to choose how your burrito is smothered: hatch green, chimayo red or Christmas. I did ask for it to be half + half, however it came completely smothered in chimayo red. It wasn't bad, but it was a whole lot of chimayo red. My burrito's insides were no bueno. The potatoes were undercooked and there was a whole lot of nothing going on in the burrito. More cheese might have saved it, but overall it lacked a great deal of flavor. There was no star ingredient to save the day. The general consensus of our party was that everything ordered tasted very bland. While it's more common for one dish to be mid, we all found our entrees to be lacking flavor. And there were five us dining together. Service was very spotty, which I don't typically mind especially during brunch, here, it was noticeably slow. Slow is okay, but lack of attentiveness was also noted. Food aside, the space is so, so cute. And they take resys.
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Annalise W.

Yelp
I had such a nice experience here when I came for lunch on a Friday around 12:30pm. My friend and I were seated right away and were checked on frequently. I got a watermelon basil margarita and it was so refreshing! For my entree I got the chicken sandwich and the bread is what stood out to me the most. I loved the combination of flavors between the lime, pickled onions and avocado (which I added). It was definitely giving a refreshing summery sandwich vibe that you can have all year long. Parking is on the street or neighborhood areas but wasn't too bad when I came. I would definitely come back to try other menu items.
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Stephen P.

Yelp
Amazing New Mexican/Native American cuisine! Today was our 3rd visit and everything we have tried here so far has been delicious! Parking is street parking only, but we have never had any problems finding a close spot. Service has always been nice. They have a dinner area with lots of seating, a bar area with bar top seating/high top tables and they also have outdoor seating, high and low top tables. For the food, we've had... Ceviche Charred Queso Oaxaca New Mexican Pizza Fry Bread Taco Mushroom Mole Enchiladas Check out the pictures!!! Happy Hour is also awesome! Potato Tacos Taquitos Frito Pie Drink deals! Check out the Happy Hour Menu photo Dessert is epic! Coconut Tres Leches Churro donuts We will definitely be back, maybe this week!
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Sheila A.

Yelp
Here for happy hour!!!! The margaritas were excellent, the mezcal and tequila selection is wide so imagine all the possibilities of drinking them neat or in cocktail form. We ordered a bunch of the happy hour bites. The ceviche was my favorite. It had generous chunks of juicy white fish and it was falling off the tostada. The main dishes were good too, elk burger and the prawn spatzel. Our server was very attentive, she knew a lot about the menu and appreciated her recommendations. So many dishes we have yet to try! Come by during happy hour! It's a good date place too:) Highly recommend
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Elizabeth P.

Yelp
Came here for a friend's birthday and it was great. The atmosphere and service was good. We ordered a bunch of dishes and shared. The mole mushroom enchiladas was my favorite. The sauce was so flavorful. The birthday gal really liked the squash blossoms with cheese. They gave her a flan with candle for dessert. The steak and frites was our least favorite. The steak was tough and chewy even though we requested medium. The drinks were awesome. Cocktails and watermelon margarita pitcher were a hit.
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Jason C.

Yelp
Wife and I have been coming here for date nights since they first opened. Over the years, the menu has expanded and the service is always out of this world. Get the ceviché, get the enchiladas, GET BRUNCH, get a spicy marg... Seriously, try anything. So good, EVERY TIME! We constantly bring friends and family and they're always wowed. Love you, Panxa Fam!
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Christopher V.

Yelp
This is a modern Mexican restaurant and it was delicious! The inside was also beautiful. The queso fundido is a must try appetizer if you like cheese. The Mexican pizza was unexpected favorite of mine it was filled with black beans meat and meat of your choice. We also tried several different drinks and they were great as well.
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Lindsay G.

Yelp
Dinner is even better than their brunch!! I loved their scallop and their sea bass! I also did get their mole dish. I'm picky with mole so I might not be the best in reviewing their mole dish... but their mushroom on the dish was my favorite part of their mushroom mole enchiladas, however, I was not the biggest fan of their mole sauce, I like mine more spicy than sweet and this mole was more on the sweet side. The scallops and sea bass dish was a hit though !! My bf was making it noises as he was munching away haha i probably was as well! Their drinks were definitely 10/10! Also, their host made our night! She was friendly and funny :) Can't wait to come back and try more of their dishes.
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Gladys F.

Yelp
Quick service, friendly staff with a neighborhood resto/bar vibe. Came in for drinks, and they allowed us to hang out in the patio on drizzly night. We got the queso to snack on and paired well with margaritas. Will return to try their entrees.
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Tracy K.

Yelp
I haven't been here in a while. More than a twar. I forgot that the food was delicious and so were the drinks. Came to meet friends for happy hour which ends at 6pm. Short rib taquitos and a marguerpeno were on point. I'll be back.
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Tiffani M.

Yelp
Such flavor! We tried a few things and it was all delicious... the corn was my favorite for sure!$
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Johnny M.

Yelp
I am always on a quest to find New Mexican style food in the Los Angeles area. I was in the Long Beach area so I stopped in at Panxa Cocina. It's a cozy, open, relaxing spot. The server was super friendly , welcoming and helpful with the menu. I came for their New Mexican specialties, but they also have German inspired dishes. The whole menu looked great! I had a short rib fry bread taco (see pic). The fry bread was crispier than the sometimes doughy & greasy ones I've had before. It probably isn't the most "traditional", but was full of amazing flavors. I got some Christmas (red & green chile) stacked enchiladas to go. I love to put an egg on top & have them for breakfast. These held up great and also had amazing flavors. For the suggestion box: I wish they had chile verde stew or Chile Colorado with sopaipillas or tortillas for dipping, but I will definitely be back!
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Evelyn M.

Yelp
We made a reservation for 1pm. The host was very rude. She is the one with red hair and a septum piercing. She told us we had to wait for a table because we did not want to sit at the bar top (the was self seating). I don't see the point of a reservation if we are going to be directed to a bar top. As tables cleared up, the same host did not even try to sit us at a table. After about 15 minutes we went to ask again about our reservation and she gave us attitude and, again, suggested the bar top or to wait. When we finally got sat she put the menus on the table and just walked away. So rude to us. Our server was amazing! Did a great job with explaining the menu and was very attentive. We ordered The ceviche mixto, Queso Oaxaca Skillet, Blue corn Pancakes, Breakfast burrito (christmas) and the Chilaquiles. The ceviche and chilaquiles were pleasantly delicious. The blue corn pancakes were good but wouldn't order them a second time. Breakfast burrito was tasty! I liked the green sauce more than the red. I also wish the potatoes in there were evenly cooked. Some pieces were still raw and some were cooked. Overall the food was delicious! The ambiance was nice, not too loud. Would definitely come again to try their dinner menu!
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Asha S.

Yelp
I loved the vibe at Panxa Cocina. The restaurant had a really nice energy and a great ambiance. The cocktails were also great and freshly made without being too sweet. Our server was also really nice and helpful with recs. The food, however, was disappointing. Favorite dishes: stacked enchiladas (we got chicken but I'd try the short rib next time), and the Mexican pizza (veggie) Least favorite dishes: Queso (this was just melted cheese and had no flavor), green chili cornbread (also really bland. We couldn't taste the green chili at all and the cornbread was mediocre at best), salmon (again, super bland. Even the rice it was served on was bland and lacked salt.) I'm not sure if was an off night or if they just need to spice the dishes up and provide some salsa ‍ I was disappointed though bc everything on the menu sounded delicious so I had really high hopes for the food.
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Greg S.

Yelp
We dropped in for dinner and were pleasantly surprised with everything here. The decor is fresh and clean, how to say it... upscale Southwest decor and service. We were seated immediately on this night, and the restaurant filled up after we started dining. Our server was friendly, efficient and attentive throughout the evening. We started with the Caesar salad and then both enjoyed the stacked enchiladas, one with pork and one with chicken. Both were very good with the 'Christmas' (half red and half green hatch chili sauces). Everything was very good and made for an enjoyable dining experience.
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Leslie G.

Yelp
Great food. The goat cheese blossoms were nice and creamy and very cheesy. Not too spicy and at first I thought it was a little small- but the cheese is rather filling actually! The fried bread taco was amazing. This is Indian bread with short ribs. Unique and delicious. The Mexican pizza was also really good. And finally we had the stacked enchilada- which was also good. It was also super good. Overall this was fantastic and our server Juliana was super attentive and amazing. She was kind and very helpful.
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Sarahe R.

Yelp
If you live in Long Beach and want to impress friends or family when they visit stop by Panxa. It's situated in a cute part of town and the interior is super cozy and authentically Mexican. I've been here two times, the last time I stopped by to catch up with some co-workers and everything was marvelous. Service is always great, super friendly and approachable people. I ordered chilaquiles and they were made exactly how I love them. Extra crispy with the most flavorful wet sauce and fresh cheese on top. The cocktails here are also a specialty and treat! I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Long Beach, a little gem.
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Keith M.

Yelp
Been here once before but it missed a review. Here we go... If you spent any time in Long Beach, you have to go down Fourth Street. All the restaurants will give you flavors from everywhere without all the big names. It is definitely a plus for all the stand alone, mom-and-pop places! Let's face it, Long Beach, especially in this area, is NOT a parking paradise. Be sure you have extra gas (or charge for those EV drivers) in your car. You may have to drive around the block to get a parking space. The restaurant was not crowded for a Friday night. I haven't been here in awhile so we easily made reservations through Yelp! We walked right in and to our table. The waitstaff were attententive and quickly filled our drink orders. We ordered chips and salsa for an appetizer. This equated to chips and dips. Yes, both were extra charges. Seems to be the way Mexican restaurants are going these days. What ever happened to complimentary chips? Refills are extra charges too. Nonetheless, the chips were good. The salsa was a good heat of spicy. The margaritas were strong! Pro tip: get a shot of Grand Marnier to kick that margarita up a notch. The menu is small but everyone should be able to find something. Make sure you look at the ingredients as you may not be tempted by the name of the dishes. Old favorites reinvented. The food was good and the atmosphere was very festive. Oh, bathrooms were clean too. The only part was that this was a bit on the expensive side. This is a place you go to for those special moments, not a weekly night out with the friend. Still, don't let that stop you from trying this place out.
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Sarah C.

Yelp
10/26/2023 Modern New Mexican cuisine. Their name is pronounced pan-zah (the Catalan word for belly). Before trying their food, I've read some  mixed reviews. Their reviews seemed inconsistent. However, their most consistent reviews was on their cornbread, chicken chimichanga and their herb crusted seabass. GREEN CHILE CORNBREAD Verrrrry good! This is a must-have! The cornbread is served in a small 4-inch round iron skillet and it comes piping hot! Great jalapeño and cornbread flavors! Rich, buttery texture and there's a dollop of sweet cream butter on top too. The sweet cream butter brings that velvety, sweet creaminess to each bite. Wish I asked for more of that butter! The cornbread itself does have that lovely cornmeal texture, however, due to the butter in it, it will have a overall buttery feel in your mouth. I enjoyed this dish very much and would love to come back just for this dish! NEW MEXICAN SKILLET This is a perfect brunch or lunch dish for those who want meat and veggies in one dish. Yes, it is a meat fajita dish, but it was done well! The food came out piping hot.  There was meat, green bell peppers, onions, potatoes, tomatoes and cheese. A roasted bell pepper sauce lined at the bottom. You also get to choose how you want your eggs to be served. Served with three medium-sized tortillas. The tortillas were very thin and it was okay. I could have done without it. This dish took about 20-25 minutes, so be mindful of that when you order it. HATCH GREEN SAUCE & CHIMAYO RED SAUCE I asked for some additional sauces on the side. Wanted to try their sauces. Their green sauce seems to be popular here. Hatch Green Sauce - Strangely served hot and not cold, maybe they just made it. It was odd and I didn't bother asking why. They added a thickening agent to thicken it, so it was a weird texture. Could not taste any green bell peppers or chiles. It was a very muted, odd flavor. Not sure why they served it. Their Red Sauce, the Chimayo Red was deliciously smoky and spicy! Great flavor! AMBIANCE / CUSTOMER SERVICE / PARKING Upon entrance, I was greeted by the host, who was very nice. Only one server was there during lunch hour. The service overall was good. Very clean and good space. It's large enough so that you won't be sitting elbow to elbow with the people next to you. The music was quiet and not your typical today's top hits. It was music from a bygone era, however it wasn't easily recognizable. But I did not dislike it. Only two unisex bathrooms and it was very clean. The parking will always be street parking. I had to squeeze my car in between two large trucks and that's unpleasant. There was a smaller parking lot behind the restaurant, but it was so small, I didn't bother checking it out thoroughly. My overall experience was good and I would like to return to try their Happy Hour menu.
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Son Y.

Yelp
Panxa Cocina is honestly not the 'best' Mexican place BUT the owners and employees that run this place are the sweetest and kindest folks. The menu covers all the basics so you'll have no trouble finding your favorite Mexican fare, all for under $20 per meal (plenty of plates and soups are around $15). Service and prices are excellent and reasonable. If you're gonna drink (because this place has good cocktails!), be sure to get a DD or Uber it!
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Karina A.

Yelp
Stopped by this place for lunch on Friday and it was a great choice! We ordered the chilaquiles with soyrizo, Cesar salad, and mamas special plate all were phenomenal. The blue corn pancakes and syrup were so unique and delicious! The restaurant is also so cute. Only thing is that this place gets LOUD even with a few people in the restaurant. However, food 10/10 highly recommend this place!
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Sharon G.

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First, the location and interior is charming and easy to spend a long time in. The Chips and Dip were excellent, especially the black bean. And I loved the smoky posole.

Manny G.

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One of the best happy hours in LB. Bar area is sophisticated and elegant. Food is very tasty and staff is very friendly.
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Kasey D.

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I came here during their hatch chile special event to not miss out on their guest tap of Beachwood's Hatch Chile Citraholic IPA and their specials using my favorite hatch chiles. I tried each of the specials and shared some chips and salsa with friends. Everything was spectacular and I can't wait to be back to taste through their regular menu. Service and ambiance were stellar!
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Heidi G.

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Great food and atmosphere. We were a larger group and the service did not suffer because of it. The recommended margarita pitchers and starters were a hit. The servers really knew their menu. Highly recommend.
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Krista C.

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Great place! Love the New Mexico influence. Everyhing we ordered was great and the spicy jalapeño margarita was actually spicy. Check in for a free ceviche. Dips were great! Loved the squash blossoms, enchiladas and shrimp spatzal. Coconut tres leches at the end. Overall the good was great and definitely something different not you norm Mexican. Street parking nearby and make a reservation via Yelp.

SmartyPants S.

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Yes please. The service was great. My food was taste. The vibe was calm and welcoming. It was the perfect start to my day.
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Diana T.

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A friend recommended this restaurant to me saying he had enjoyed the food here a while ago. Nice and clean, booths or tables, bar or dining room. There is also outside dining. It was lunchtime and we were the only other table being served. Very friendly and prompt service. We had The Sizzler. The Elk Burger and Fries and The Mamas special. All delicious food.
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Yooka E.

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As dog owners, we always want to bring our furry friend with us wherever we go. Whenever we visit Rosie's Dog Beach in Long Beach, we love finding restaurants that allow dogs to dine with us. That's why we were thrilled to discover Panxa Cocina, which has dog-friendly outdoor seating. However, we were a bit worried when it started raining during our visit and we weren't sure if we could sit outside in the rain with our pup and newborn. But when we arrived, they were more than happy to accommodate us and let us sit inside with our furry friend. We were already impressed with the place at that point, but then they brought out a doggy menu and our pup absolutely loved the sweet potato dish! Just a heads up, our dog is on the smaller side, so if you have a bigger dog, it might be a good idea to call ahead and check if they can accommodate you inside. Aside from the dog-friendly atmosphere, the food was delicious and the servers were incredibly friendly and attentive. Plus, parking was easy to find on the street or in the back lot. We'll definitely be coming back to Panxa Cocina again soon!
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Salma A.

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We ended up at this restaurant on a Sunday for brunch because they had no wait time. The ambiance was great! The customer service wasn't amazing, but the worst part was the food. Unfortunately, we did not enjoy the food at all!!! Although, the food looks great the actual taste was horrible! Unfortunately will not be back for brunch or recommend this place to anyone, but might try it again for the lunch menu.
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Gil G.

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Everything I had here was delicious. The prawns in the Sweet Corn Spätze & Prawns there fresh and flavorful as was the fish in the ceviche tostada. I recommend trying the chorizo street taco. Panxa has an excellent mezcal selection. The Happy Hour food and drink menu is an excellent value. The vibe is casual and the staff are friendly and professional. Can't wait to come back with friends.
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Nicholas S.

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I went to this restaurant for the first time a couple of weeks ago for lunch and I was very impressed. The New Mexico vibes are so awesome and I love the mural on the inside wall of the restaurant. We sat in the outdoor section and enjoyed the breeze as we ate. I had the Fry Bread Taco which was absolutely amazing! Just the right level of spice. I also had an Arnold Palmer which was not too sweet, also the way I like it. The service was also top notch and despite the restaurant having only a single server at the time, we were treated very well. Highly recommended.
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Rick V.

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We love this place. Has some great pozole and all the food is flavorful and delicious. This was our second time visiting, but our first starting with the queso fondido and it was amazing... just get it. Our servers have always been nice and considerate. We are not big drinkers but I might come back for a happy hour someday. The inside space is just the right level of fancy without needing to wear a suit. Great spot for drinks with friends, date night, or even a Mother's Day brunch. Okay I have to brag about the blue corn pancakes. It might sound weird but it's totally worth fit. The syrup they use compliments the pancakes perfectly and they are not overly sweet. Trust me, you will not get tired of them after 3 bites. You'll polish off that plate and probably ask for more. Pozole. Look... I'm Mexican Mexican. And, My Tia Estela makes the best pozole in the world, and this place is pretty damn close. Sorry Tia, I don't want to fly to Mexico for weekend pozole. My only tip is take it slow and when you get to the bottom, get ready for your face to light on fire... but like in a good way.
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Rachael E.

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Excellent addition to the Long Beach area. This place is a vibe! Love their cocktail menu. Every time I go here I try something different. I'm currently loving the Mezcal Margarita. I'm always on the search for the best marg in town and right now this is it! The Duck Carnitas and the Ceviche are a MUST try. Hands down the best ceviche I've ever had. This is a sister restaurant to a restaurant in Castle Rock, Colorado. That place is called Tribe- it's my family's family's restaurant in Castle Rock. When I found out this place was the same owners and they also carried the Duck Carnitas, I knew it would do well! Keep up the good work. Highly recommend!
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Brian T.

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This place is very good. I took my girlfriend here on a date, it has great ambiance. The food was really good. I had the schnitzel and she had the pozole. The manager was very nice, and the service was great. We'll eat here again soon.
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Olivia S.

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First time trying Fry bread and it was worth it. Great experience! Nice place for a unique brunch
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Dede L.

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Have walked by this restaurant for years and finally tried it and glad I did! We got to the restaurant right as happy hour was ending and the manager was very nice and allowed us to order from the menu. Street tacos were delicious, had pork that had good level of spice as well as a potato taco that was really good. Will definitely go back!
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Gabriela M.

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Cute and trendy spot located in the Belmont Heights area. Made reservations for dinner on a Sunday evening. The place was not busy and we were seated upon arrival. Customer service was great. Ordered the mushroom mole enchiladas. This was a very unique dish, as I've never came across this combination. Also ordered the cheese red enchiladas, ceviche and rice. The ceviche was so good! The rice was very bland. Aside from the rice, all dishes were great. Also ordered a Watermelon Basil Margarita, which was ok.
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Rebecca D.

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Really nice light, bright place for breakfast/brunch/ lunch. Small parking lot in the back and street parking options. Servers are attentive and they us have a seat at our table while we waited for our friends.portions were good and I was stuffed after a few chips and the quiche, that was almost like a soufflé. Husband liked the Chile burger and the fries were good.