Mercado La Paloma
Mercado La Paloma is a Mexican food hall with global stalls at 3655 S Grand Ave # 280, with signatures spanning cochinita pibil, kanpachi and uni, tacos, and noodles.
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- Address
- 3655 S Grand Ave # 280, Los Angeles, CA 90007
- Phone
- (213) 748-1963
- Website
- mercadolapaloma.com
Saves & bookings on Pearl
Torta de Cochinita Pibil to Drunken Noodles
Torta de Cochinita Pibil, Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni, Sonia Taco, and Drunken Noodles show how Mercado La Paloma spans Mexican cooking and global stalls on one bill of fare.
3655 S Grand Ave # 280
3655 S Grand Ave # 280 puts the independent food hall in Los Angeles, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner all in scope for planning.
Counter service with an open kitchen
The food hall format runs on counter service, standard pacing, casual dress, and a lively noise level. That makes it suited to low-ceremony meals where variety matters more than a prolonged seated format.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Paloma | Mexican Food Hall with Global Stalls | $$ | South Central | |
| Saby’s | Mexican Comfort Food | $$ | South Robertson | |
| Birriería Gonzalez | Authentic Birria Tacos | $$ | East LA | |
| Asadero Chikali | Mexicali-Style Taqueria | $$ | Inglewood | |
| Tocaya Modern Mexican | Modern Mexican | $$ | , | Downtown |
| Casita Del Campo | Classic Mexican | $$ | , | Franklin Hills |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Rustic
- Trendy
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Family
- Brunch
- Open Kitchen
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 9 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Unpretentious warehouse-style food hall with open communal seating, lively energy from multiple counters, and occasional live music; can get loud on weekends.