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Alma, Los Angeles, CA

Alma

4.5
4.5
196 Reviews
$50 and over
Mexican

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
ALMA is a Mexican restaurant that celebrates Mexico’s rich culinary history by incorporating authentic ingredients and cooking techniques into its menu, while making modern modifications to delight Angelenos.

A unique two-story concept, the ground floor of ALMA is comprised of a walk-up taqueria and marketplace, which sells imported Mexican novelties and fresh ingredients, such as hand-pressed tortillas from ALMA’s kitchen. The fine-dining restaurant, located on ALMA’s second floor, serves authentic Mexican cuisine served with a Southern California twist.

Grupo Hunan's first venture outside of Mexico, inspired by Baja California's raw, coastal landscape, sun-kissed flora, and vibrant food culture. Grupo Hunan has been a mainstay of the Mexican restaurant scene for 30+ years, satisfying all the senses.

For us, being together is the way of life. We invite you and yours to come in, share some platillos, clink some glasses, and -most importantly- ENJOY the mexican culinary experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:30
  • Phone number
    (323) 874-9596
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/alma-189-the-grove-dr-los-angeles/6589832?proof=true
  • Private party facilities
    For special event inquiries, please reach out to tgrenier@grupohunan.com
  • Area
    Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
  • Cross Street
    Located in The Grove Shopping Center across from the fountain.
  • Parking details
    The Grove offers both a self park structure, as well as Valet.
  • Entertainment
    ALMA offers an open kitchen on our second floor for guests to feel as though they are a part of the entire experience.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Mexican Brunch at the Grove!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 - 15:00,Sat - 11:00 - 15:00
    From 11:00 AM to 2:45 PM every weekend, we're serving up a long list of scrumptious dishes, from chilaquiles to conchas. Grab your friends, raise a glass of mimosa, and savor the goodness of a truly authentic Mexican meal with us!

    Mexican Brunch at the Grove! photo

What 196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing service" and a "great ambiance." The restaurant is praised for its inviting atmosphere and friendly staff. While some diners miss the unique Yucatán dishes, the food remains "delicious" and "authentic." The upstairs balcony enhances the dining experience, despite occasional service hiccups.

196 Reviews
  1. Erin

    VIP

    East Sussex

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We luv coming here! Thank you for always being so amazing and the food always being on point!

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    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Drinks were slow overall. Beer arrived totally warm. Food wasn’t hot. Plates had residue on them. Food delivery to wrong tables around us twice. Overall very average experience at best for a high priced dinner. Ambience was nice and food is good but should be hot!

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  3. Esther

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good but the desserts were better. Not sure why food took a little longer than expected. Our server would occasionally come by but it would of been nice if they would tell us the status of our food. The restaurant wasn't even full. We may give this place another try.

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  4. Craig

    Hawaii

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was slow… badly paced… servers were unfriendly and never check to refiill water, other drinks. Food was cold / room temp

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  5. Dana

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Coming from the beach cities, I searched for a fun restaurant to enjoy my Aunt’s 80th celebration. I made a HUGE mistake. The place is pretty big, two levels. Nice ambience. Friendly staff. The quality of food was very poor to maybe mediocre. I honestly don’t understand how this place was so popular. Again, perhaps it was the fact that it was at the Grove. We ordered The nachos that weren’t anything special. My family ordered enchiladas, that looked good but the food was room temp. The cheese enchiladas were dry and hard. I ordered carne asada tacos and I barely received enough meat on the three baby tacos. They were smaller than street tacos. The rice and beans were cold. I asked for hot fresh rice and beans again and they were cold again. The waitress didn’t even offer us desert but was quick to give us our bill. They also did not have coffee at all. The entire experience was very unpleasant. Very expensive for what we received. I would have had a better experience at Taco Bell. I take pride on good costumer service. I’m a huge foodie but this was nothing to compliment. Very sad. Do better.

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  6. Sharon

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was gracious and the cocktails were delicious. However, everyone at our table ordered enchiladas and they were all served lukewarm. One person returned her enchiladas and asked for hot enchiladas. The new enchiladas were still tepid. The food was too expensive to be so mediocre.

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  7. Alex

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dining with Maximo as our server was an absolute delight from start to finish. His attentiveness, warmth, and professionalism elevated our evening to an unforgettable experience. From the moment we sat down, Maximo made us feel welcomed, ensuring every detail of our meal was perfect. The service was seamless—plates arrived promptly, glasses were never empty, and Maximo anticipated our needs with remarkable intuition. His deep knowledge of the menu and thoughtful recommendations added a personal touch, guiding us toward dishes that exceeded all expectations. As for the food, it was nothing short of extraordinary. Each dish was a harmonious blend of flavors, crafted with precision and creativity. The ingredients were fresh, the presentation was stunning, and every bite was a testament to the chef’s skill and passion. The meal felt like a journey, and Maximo’s storytelling about each dish added an extra layer of enjoyment. Overall, Maximo’s service and the incredible food created a dining experience we will remember for years to come. If you’re looking for exceptional service and a meal that touches your soul, look no further. Bravo to Maximo and the entire team!

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  8. Roxana

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you so much for the outstanding service provided to me and my family on my daughters sweet 15th birthday we spent it well, food was great and the restaurant is pet friendly with currently having a puppy I was able to have my puppy there to celebrate my daughters birthday. Thank you so much!

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  9. Elinor

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, delicious drinks, and fun atmosphere! We enjoyed excellent service, thank you Max. Can’t wait to come back!

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  10. Patty

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is great! It was cold out and they didn’t have enough heaters with the indoor/outdoor open windows/doors. We were freezing! Service was friendly but slow. Ambiance inside was industrial feeling versus warm and inviting. I would go back for the food if it was warm outside :)

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Alma is rated 4.5 stars by 196 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Alma

189 The Grove DriveSuite #H-10, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located in The Grove Shopping Center across from the fountain.
  • Area
    Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Grove offers both a self park structure, as well as Valet.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    ALMA offers an open kitchen on our second floor for guests to feel as though they are a part of the entire experience.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (323) 874-9596
  • Catering
    https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/alma-189-the-grove-dr-los-angeles/6589832?proof=true
  • Private party facilities
    For special event inquiries, please reach out to tgrenier@grupohunan.com
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