Mar Vista - West LA, Los Angeles · restaurant
Right in the heart of Sawtelle’s noodle-and-boba universe, The Talpa is a full-volume Mexican cantina holding it down with tequila, neon, and zero interest in subtlety. It’s colorful, chaotic, and exactly where you end up when “one margarita” turns into second round of shots on the casa.
Large shrimp, avocado, pico de gallo, served warm in a mild tomato sauce.
Tequila, fresh lime, orange liqueur. A classic from this 1962 West LA institution.
Whole roasted poblano pepper stuffed with melted cheese, dipped in egg batter, and pan-fried