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Enjoy Abuelita's Restaurant
Abuelita's Restaurant in Van Nuys offers a genuine taste of Guatemala just minutes from the LAX FlyAway terminal. Known for its warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive staff, it serves traditional dishes like flavorful baleadas, chilequiles, and rich caldo de pescado y camarón. Fresh handmade tortillas and authentic recipes bring a comforting, home-cooked experience. The reasonable prices and large screens playing soccer make it a perfect stop for travelers or locals craving real Guatemalan flavors. Every meal bursts with tradition and soul, making Abuelita’s a memorable culinary gem worth visiting again and again.
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About the Place
Abuelita's Restaurant
Abuelita's Restaurant, nestled just minutes from the Van Nuys FlyAway bus station, offers a genuine taste of Guatemalan tradition right in the heart of California. From the moment you step inside, the friendly staff and warm atmosphere envelop you, creating a perfect blend of comfort and authenticity. The rich aromas of homemade tortillas and savory dishes immediately promise an unforgettable meal.
The menu highlights the best of Guatemalan cuisine, with standout dishes like chilequiles, baleadas, and the exquisite caldo de pescado y camarón. Each plate bursts with deep, traditional flavors, crafted with care and served with a smile. One cannot help but appreciate the balance of simplicity and boldness in every bite, revealing the heritage behind every recipe.
Beyond the food, the experience is enhanced by the lively setting, complete with large screens showing soccer matches and a soundtrack that adds to the vibrant, inviting ambiance. Whether you’re stopping by for a hearty breakfast before a flight or settling in for a comforting dinner, Abuelita's captures the spirit of home-cooked meals with a modern touch.
For anyone seeking authentic, flavorful Guatemalan cuisine paired with exceptional service, Abuelita's Restaurant stands out as a local gem that delivers tradition and taste in every dish.
What Guests Say
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“ My 1st time ever. This place is 3 mins away (on foot) from FlyAway bus station. I had awesome breakfast here 4a reasonable price. They've a few large screen TV showing soccer etc. I'd recommend this place to eat if ur running early for LAX and don't want to spend crazy amount for airport food ”
“ Great food great serves great music beautiful atmosphere ”
“ "Great food and service — everything was delicious!" ”
“ Super friendly staff and delicious food. Just stumbled upon it while walking from the LAX FlyAway terminal in search of the nearest bite. Very happy I chanced upon this one. ”
“ I had the chilequiles. Hard to mess those up honestly. The baleades were amazing though and I highly suggest them. My son also got the whole fish and ate almost the whole thing. ”