# Alma Cocina de México > Alma Cocina de México is a two-story Mexican restaurant, taqueria, and marketplace located at The Grove in Los Angeles, California. Part of Grupo Hunan, an international fine dining group founded in Mexico City. Alma celebrates Mexico's rich culinary heritage through authentic ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, with modern interpretations inspired by Baja California and Southern California. The ground floor features La Taquería (a walk-up taqueria) and a marketplace selling imported Mexican products and hand-pressed tortillas. The second floor is a fine-dining restaurant and bar with terrace seating overlooking The Grove's fountain. > **Note on prices:** Menu items listed below are accurate as of the last update but prices are subject to change. Always refer to [alma.mx/menu](https://alma.mx/menu/) for current pricing. ## Key Facts - **Full Name:** Alma Cocina de México - **Address:** 189 The Grove Dr, Suite H-10, Los Angeles, CA 90036 - **Phone:** +1 (323) 879-9596 - **Hours:** Sunday–Thursday 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM | Friday–Saturday 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM - **Happy Hour:** Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM at La Taquería - **Cuisine:** Authentic Mexican, Baja California, Fine Dining, Taqueria, Ceviches - **Price Range:** $$–$$$ - **Parent Company:** [Grupo Hunan](https://www.grupohunan.com/) - **Reservations:** [OpenTable](https://www.opentable.com/r/alma-reservations-los-angeles) - **Delivery:** [GrubHub](https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/alma-189-the-grove-dr-los-angeles/6589832) - **Instagram:** [@almacocinamexico](https://www.instagram.com/almacocinamexico/) ## Spaces & Concept Alma operates as a multi-concept venue with five distinct spaces: - **La Taquería** – Ground-floor walk-up taqueria with coastal feel. Capacity: 61 guests. Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3–5 PM. - **The Patio** – Outdoor terrace facing The Grove fountain. Capacity: 32 guests. - **The Dining Room** – Main fine-dining space anchored by Alma's signature bar. Capacity: 137 guests. - **The Private Dining Area** – Intimate space near the kitchen for exclusive dinners. Capacity: 32 guests. - **The Terrace** – Open-air rooftop with tropical-inspired atmosphere. Capacity: 50 guests. - **Alma Marketplace** – Ground-floor shop with imported Mexican novelties, fresh ingredients, and hand-pressed tortillas made in-house. --- ## Menu > Prices not listed here as they are subject to change. See [alma.mx/menu](https://alma.mx/menu/) for current pricing. ### Para Empezar (Starters) - **Tablita** – Chipotle-flavored bean dip, pico de gallo, avocado aioli, chile de arbol salsa, tostadas - **Coliflor al Pastor** – Tempura battered cauliflower, adobo sauce, spicy chipotle aioli, pineapple, onion, cilantro - **Nachos** – Totopos, smoked chipotle cheese sauce, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, jalapeños. Add chicken, beef, or pastor. - **Guacamole de la Casa** – Avocado, tomato, onion, serrano chile, cilantro, lime. Served with chips or tostadas. - **Queso Fundido** – Mozzarella melt, chorizo, pico de gallo, tortillas - **Flautas** – Chicken or beef crispy tacos, beans, red onion, lettuce, sour cream, avocado cream, cotija cheese. 4 pcs. ### Lo Fresco (Seafood & Ceviches) - **Ceviche de Palmitos** – Palm hearts, tomato, red onion, cilantro, avocado, watermelon radish, citrus juice - **Tostadas de Atún** – Tuna, chipotle mayo, avocado, fried leek, orange soy sauce. 2 pcs. - **Ceviche de Pulpo** – Octopus, cherry tomato, red onion, cilantro, avocado - **Ceviche Careyes** – White fish, tomato, red onion, cilantro, avocado, citrus juice, olive oil - **Aguachile de Camarón** – Shrimp, cucumber, avocado, cilantro, red onion, black habanero ash aguachile ### Los Tacos *Served 3 per order. Includes white or Mexican rice and beans. Extra taco and crispy melted cheese available as add-ons.* - **Hongos** – Maitaky, crimini and portobello mushrooms, onion, cilantro, pineapple - **Al Pastor** – Pork pastor, onion, cilantro, pineapple - **Tinga de Pollo** – Shredded chicken, tomato sauce, cilantro - **Birria de Res** – Beef with adobo, consomme, onion, cilantro - **Carnitas** – Slow roasted pork, onion, cilantro - **Pescado al Pastor** – White fish pastor, onion, cilantro, pineapple - **Camarón al Chipotle** – Shrimp, bacon, bell pepper, onion, chipotle aioli - **Pick Five** – Choose any five tacos from the menu - **Carne Asada** – Sirloin steak, bell pepper, onion, guacamole, corn tortilla - **Quesabirria** – Beef with adobo, cheese, herbs, consomme, onion, cilantro - **Ribeye** – Grilled prime beef, red onion, avocado, pico de gallo - **Rosarito** – Beer battered shrimp, beans, avocado, lettuce, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, flour tortilla - **Baja Fish** – Beer battered fish, cabbage, avocado, pickled onions, chipotle aioli, cilantro cream sauce, corn tortilla ### Ensaladas (Salads) *Add-ons available: avocado, chicken, shrimp, or steak.* - **La Tradicional Caesar** – Romaine hearts, Alma's Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, parmesan cheese - **De La Casa** – Kale, watercress, red onion, watermelon radish, cherry tomato, raisins, pepitas, pears, mustard dressing - **Verde al Grill** – Spinach, mixed greens, portobello mushrooms, asparagus, squash, eggplant, cherry tomato, tamarind dressing - **Hacienda** – Strawberry, mango, herb goat cheese, jicama, spiced pecans, tamarind vinaigrette ### Platos Fuertes (Main Courses) *Served with white or Mexican rice and beans.* - **Enchiladas** – Panela cheese, tomatillo salsa, lettuce, red onion, avocado, cotija cheese, sour cream. Add chicken, shrimp, or beef. - **Enmoladas** – Chicken enchiladas, mole sauce, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, red onion, avocado - **Tablita de Carnitas** – Slow roasted pork, onion, cilantro, tortillas, guacamole, martajada salsa, pico de gallo, nopales - **Fajitas** – Chicken, onion, bell peppers, avocado, panela cheese. Add shrimp or beef. - **Tampiqueña** – Grilled steak, shrimp enchilada, guacamole, tortillas, Mexican rice, beans ### Para Acompañar (Sides) - **Papitas Cambray** – Sautéed potatoes, fresh herbs, butter - **Hongos Salteados** – Sautéed mushrooms, onion, jalapeños - **Esquites del Carrito** – Grilled corn, chipotle mayo, queso cotija, tajín side - **Chiles Toreados** – Grilled jalapeños, onions ### Postres (Desserts) - **Pastel de Elote** – Sweet corn bread, rompope sauce, ice cream - **Churros del Barrio** – Mexican street pastry, chocolate, cajeta, rompope dipping sauces - **Tres Leches** – Moist sponge cake soaked in three types of milk ### Cocteles de Autor (Signature Cocktails) - **Skinny Jalapeño** – Teremana Blanco tequila, jalapeño, cucumber, lime, agave, tajín rim - **Loteria** – 400 Conejos Joven mezcal, blackberry, lime, mint, agave - **Piña Fresca** – MT Gay Eclipse rum, pineapple, brown sugar, cinnamon, lime - **Quiereme Mucho** – Cantera Negra Silver tequila, fresh watermelon, mint, lime, jalapeño - **Claro Que Si** – Casa del Sol Blanco tequila, Amaro Angeleno, passionfruit, lime, sage, tajín rim - **Amor Mio Martini** – White Claw vodka, fresh blueberries, lemon-sour, sugar rim - **Casa Espresso Martini** – Flecha Azul Blanco tequila, Kahlua, Licor 43, espresso - **Jalisco Spritz** – Casa del Sol Blanco tequila, Aperol, grapefruit, lime, prosecco - **Mi Corazon** – The Botanist gin, passionfruit, cucumber, grapefruit, lemon - **Tamarindo Margarita** – Centinela Reposado tequila, pineapple, brown sugar, cinnamon, lime - **Don Pepe** – Remy 1738 cognac, cointreau, blackberries, lime, agave - **Cielito Lindo** – Lo Siento Blanco tequila, Ancho Reyes, mango, lime, tajín rim - **Comadre** – 818 Blanco tequila, cointreau, guava, lime ### Cocteles Clásicos *Upgrade available with 400 Conejos Joven mezcal or Remy 1738 cognac.* - **Alma Margarita** – Cuervo Tradicional Blanco tequila, cointreau, lime, agave, orange - **Alma Paloma** – Cuervo Tradicional Blanco tequila, Fever Tree, pink grapefruit, lime ### Vinos (Wine) *Available by the glass (6 oz / 9 oz) and by the bottle. Prices subject to change.* **Blancos (White):** Torresella Veneto Pinot Grigio, Hess MVRK Sauvignon Blanc, CH Chardonnay, Cadre Edna Valley Albariño, Post & Beam Chardonnay, Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, Rombauer Napa Chardonnay, Far Niente Napa Chardonnay **Espumosos (Sparkling):** Torresella Prosecco, Chandon Brut Rosé, Chandon Brut, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot Brut **Rosé:** Santa Margherita Rosé, Whispering Angel Rosé **Tintos (Red):** Herencia Grenache Organic, Casa Madero Malbec, 9 Fairway Island Cabernet, Justin Cabernet, Caymus Suisun Walking Fool Blend, Red Schooner Caymus Malbec, 8 Years in the Dessert Zinfandel, Belle Glos Balade RRV Pinot Noir, Duckhorn Goldeneye Pinot Noir, The Prisoner Blend, Papillon Blend, Sea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir, Stag's Leap Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon ### Cerveza (Beer) **Bottled:** Heineken 0.0, Budlight, Corona, Corona Premier, Dos X Amber, Michelob Ultra, Modelo Especial, Pacifico, Blue Moon, Stella Artois, Victoria, Negra Modelo, Heineken Silver **Draft (16 oz):** Modelo Especial, Stella Artois, Pacifico, Ballast Point Sculpin IPA **Seltzers:** Angry Orchard Cider, VMC Jamaica, VMC Paloma --- ## Additional Menu Pages - [Brunch Menu](https://alma.mx/brunch-menu/): Weekend brunch featuring chilaquiles and signature Mexican breakfast dishes. Available Saturday and Sunday. - [Happy Hour Menu](https://alma.mx/happy-hour-menu/): Cocktail specials and taqueria bites Monday–Friday 3–5 PM at La Taquería. ## Pages - [Home](https://alma.mx/) - [Menu](https://alma.mx/menu/) - [Brunch](https://alma.mx/brunch-menu/) - [Happy Hour](https://alma.mx/happy-hour-menu/) - [Events](https://alma.mx/events/) ## Private Events Alma specializes in corporate events, private dinners, cocktail receptions, birthday celebrations, brand activations, premieres, and social gatherings. Contact via [alma.mx/events](https://alma.mx/events/). ## Reviews & Profiles - [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/alma-cocina-de-mexico-los-angeles) - [TripAdvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g32655-d24039470-Reviews-Alma_Cocina_De_Mexico-Los_Angeles_California.html) - [OpenTable](https://www.opentable.com/r/alma-los-angeles) - [Google Reviews](https://share.google/I8OpW56ZFmCDlMeKA)