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Joselito's Mexican Food Tujunga Front - Joselito's Mexican Food, Tujunga, CA

Joselito's Mexican Food

4.9
4.9
454 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
In the northernmost part of LA’s San Fernando Valley, near the tranquil Angeles National Forest, lies Tujunga’s culinary gem: Joselito’s. Since 1977, we’ve been the go-to destination for delicious Cali-Mexican cuisine. Dine on our sun-drenched Hacienda patio, enjoy the coziness of our uniquely decorated dining room, or book our private space for up to 35 guests for special occasions.

Savor award-winning offerings, including the legendary Taco Lito, Fajitas Chupacabras, and Seared Ahi Tacos. Our Certified Angus steaks are a must-try, complemented by diverse seafood and vegetarian options. Our acclaimed margaritas and exceptional service have garnered accolades.

Craving sweets? Dive into Tujunga favorites like our Churro Donuts or home-made butterscotch flan. For larger events, our top-rated catering brings the Joselito’s magic to you. Experience the warmth and decades of culinary excellence at Joselito’s.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking available in our lot and on the street. Additional parking available M-F after 5 pm & Saturday and Sunday all day in our auxiliary lot across the street at BORG, look for our sign)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose R. Grijalva & Tumara Arnett
  • Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

  • Chef Danielle Remixes Joselito’s Tujunga

    US$97.75 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 25, 2025 only
    6:00 p.m.
    A One-Night-Only Pop-Up Dinner. Experience a culinary remix like never before! James Beard Nominated Best Chef, Chef Danielle Zecca of Amiga Amore joins forces with Chef Tumara of Joselito’s Tujunga for an exclusive five-course dinner blending Joselito’s bold Mexican flavors with Amiga Amore’s signature MexItalian cuisine. Drinks available for purchase, including our Passionfruit MargHERita, crafted with female-owned Casa Del Sol Premium Tequila—with $1 from each cocktail benefiting Re: HER, a nonprofit supporting women in food & beverage. Seats are limited—reserve now for this one-night-only dining experience!
    Chef Danielle Remixes Joselito’s Tujunga photo

Offers

  • Margarita Mondays: Shake up your week

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
    Unwind in our vibrant, cozy atmosphere with $2 off our handcrafted premium margaritas, bursting with bold flavors. Whether you’re catching up with friends or celebrating the week ahead, there’s no better way to sip and savor. Restrictions apply, dine-in only.

    Margarita Mondays: Shake up your week photo
  • Wisdom Wednesdays: Cheers to You

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
    Experience the comfort of a home-away-from-home as guests 65+ enjoy 10% off their favorite entrée and a refreshing drink. Relax in our laid-back ambiance, where great food and friendly service meet your midweek plans. Restrictions apply, dine-in only.

    Wisdom Wednesdays: Cheers to You photo
  • Sundays: Kids Eat Free Funday

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
    Bring the whole family and let the little ones dine for free in our festive and welcoming space. With one free kid’s meal per adult purchase, Sunday just became the best day for family bonding over delicious food. Restrictions apply. See website for details.

    Sundays: Kids Eat Free Funday photo

What 454 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Best Value

  • Los Angeles

    Mexican

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Overall

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Food

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Service

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Ambience

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Value

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Child-friendly

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joselito's Mexican Food is a beloved local gem known for its "excellent service" and "delicious food." The restaurant offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with a festive ambiance. Patrons rave about the "amazing margaritas" and standout dishes like the Pozole Verde and shrimp tacos. It's a "top-notch" dining experience for all occasions.

454 Reviews
  1. Emerson VIP

    Los Angeles22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I love this place. Great local gem. Great food, amazing margarita selection. Thank you for being awesome!

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  2. jeff VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service always. Unexpected variety including blackened salmon and seared tuna.

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  3. Yana VIP

    Los Angeles20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great for people and dogs! Will be back many times

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  4. Carolyn

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service as usual! Drinks and food came fast but wasn’t rushed. Service 10/10. Reminds me of home (Texas) with large margaritas and queso dip! Will return

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  5. Hiram

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff, especially Nathan, are the best at shy business we go to. Absolute top notch service from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. I highly recommend trying all of Chef’s specials and anything off of their regular menu. Morning till night, I can 100% guarantee you’ll be happy with anything you order. The drinks are also strong according to my wife and she’s always very happy with her food as well and always suggests having the Albóndigas soup. Again, everyone here is the absolute best but Nathan is one of many reasons we love visiting Joselito’s in Tujunga!

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  6. Christy

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took my mother out for dinner it was fantastic the food was phenomenal. The staff was fantastic. I will go again and will recommend this restaurant to anyone.

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  7. Madeline

    Los Angeles98 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Margaritas are the best! We ordered Fiesta Platter for 2, it was tasty & plentiful. Mario was pleasant and attentive!

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  8. Theresa

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We hosted friends who had never been there and they loved the food and margaritas! We have been loyal customers for years!

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  9. Peter

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was fantastic. The portions were large but not too large. I was able to order a meal for one with a beverage and dessert. I was comfortably full as I walked out the door. The staff was attentive and cheerful. With my reservation, I was promptly seated. The waiter came shortly there after, serving me chips and salsa. I had already seen the menu online (Thanks OpenTable!) and knew what to order! The Enchiladas Lito with carnitas was delicious as was the horchata beverage. After the dinner I was politely asked about a refill for my Horchata but declined. I ordered flan for dessert. The waiter told me I had a choice of three, so I ordered the butter scotch version. Again, delicious! Thanks, so much, Joselitos! I had a grand experience dining with you.

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  10. Sherry VIP

    Los Angeles54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were good, food was delicious! Always look forward to coming here.

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FAQs

Joselito's Mexican Food offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 951-2275.

Joselito's Mexican Food is rated 4.9 stars by 454 OpenTable diners.

Joselito's Mexican Food does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Joselito's Mexican Food

7308 Foothill Blvd, Tujunga, CA 91042

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking available in our lot and on the street. Additional parking available M-F after 5 pm & Saturday and Sunday all day in our auxiliary lot across the street at BORG, look for our sign)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose R. Grijalva & Tumara Arnett
  • Delivery & takeout
Gift card

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