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Best food spots in Placita Olvera.HEIC

SINCE

1944

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Four Generations of Authentic Flavors

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Hours

MONDAY-THURSDAY: 8 AM - 5 PM

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FRIDAY-SUNDAY: 8 AM - 7 PM

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About Us

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At Juanita's Cafe, we preserve comfort food and share the authentic flavors of traditional Mexican home cooking while fostering genuine connections within our community. We exist to serve not just meals, but memories. For over 80+ years, we've treated every guest like family and ensured that the rich culinary traditions passed down through four generations continue to thrive.

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Why Juanita's Cafe?

Authentic Mexican restaurant atmosphere downtown Los Angeles, historic district in Placita Olvera

COMFORT

Food made with care, not shortcuts. Every dish is prepared using timely techniques and the freshest ingredients. Our comfort food doesn't just satisfy hunger, it nourishes the soul and reminds you what authentic Mexican flavors should taste like.

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COMMUNITY

Your neighborhood gathering place since the 1940s. Whether you're a downtown professional grabbing lunch or a family celebrating special moments, Juanita's has been bringing people together on historic Olvera Street for over eight decades.

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FAMILY

Where strangers become familiaFrom downtown workers who've dined here for decades to first-time visitors, everyone is welcomed with the warmth of hospitality. We don't just serve customers, we create lasting relationships that span generations.

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