Yuca's

04/03/2008 Posted by simplydarius

There's not a Lot of variety this place can offer, but what it's got it's got good. People are right about the puerco pibil-- it's fantastic and the feature of the menu. It's a real fun place to stop and grab some food.

Pros: hey, it's in a parking lot.

Cons: might be nice if it could have a Little more shade and seating under it.

03/06/2008 Posted by flyingdutchman

Machaca is my new favorite word. Stewed, stringy beef! In a burrito with some pinto beans. Warm flour tortilla wrapping it all up. About the size of a small envelope, not the rolled stomach bombs served up at Mexican McDonalds' like BJ Fresh. These burritos are tasty, juicy, small, and only $3.50 (something like that). Where else can you eat for under $5? Well, lots of places, but not in this neighborhood. This is a cool, family-run business. Plus, it's awesome to see trendy types reduced to the level of common humanity when they try to pronounce "Cochinita Pibil."

Pros: Convenient Walk-up Location with parking. Next door to liquor store for BYOB. Cheap.

Cons: Not open late. Not open on Sunday.

01/13/2008 Posted by vsusa

No they don't have chicken. The tiny shack/kitchen can only handle so many ingredients and cooking supplies, and pork is their specialty. All you need to know about Yuca's is the "cochinita pibil burrito". Get it, you will like it. Do not compare it to all the burritos you have ever had or liked. This is s a traditional Mexican slow-roasted pork dish from Yucatán. Preparation of traditional cochinita or puerco pibil involves marinating the meat in strongly acidic citrus juice, coloring it with annatto seed, and then roasting the meat. For those who are not experienced with this, it will be a different taste for you, but I assure you will enjoy the flavor.

Pros: Cochinita pibil

Cons: gets crowded sometimes, but worth the wait

12/30/2007 Posted by wonderlily

Upon reading rave reviews about this place I decided to go and check it out. I stood in line in a cramped space that I shared along with other people who tried to manage eating without elbowing the people inches away from them in line. My order was taken by a pleasant older lady who was incredibly polite and kind. I ordered the cochinita pibil burrito and carnitas tacos and took my food to go because I felt like eating in my car next to the Echo Park lake. The only lasting impression I got from the food was the smell of onions lingering in my car for a week afterwards. I even had to wash my hands 10 times in order to get the smell of the onions off. The food was not that amazing being that it was bland and under seasoned. So to sum it up this place is highly overrated; I’ve eaten better burritos and tacos elsewhere. ----------------- EDIT: Since my last visit i decided to give Yuca's another try. This time i ended up going for the hamburger, which is something i typically do when i go to places; ordering food that isn't their specialty and was pleasantly surprised. Personally, i thought the hamburger was better than the food that Yuca's is known for. The meat patty was nice and thin, and the tomatoes, lettuce and pickles were nice, crunchy and fresh. I'd say, go for the hamburgers!

Pros: hamburger

Cons: overcrowded, under seasoned and bland food, cramped, smelly

10/13/2007 Posted by gj_bowman

I do not see what all of the hype is about. This place is very much mediocre.If Yuca's is not close to you no worries. I wouldn't recommend going out of my way for this food. As commented by prior reviews the burritos are a bit small and quite greasy. I do not see how this place is any better than any other taco stand or Mexican restaurant in the area- actually I think "El Grande Burrito", a taco stand/restaurant not so far away at Vermont and Beverly, is much tastier and has a better menu. To each his own.

08/17/2007 Posted by yorki_dad

The guys 1st review is so way off, either they're nuts or a competitor. The burritos have no grease at all, come on. Grease, that's funny. These are just great little burritos with tons of flavor with or without hot sauce. Lard a problem? Go easy beans. The meats are really good, all of them, but the toco's are small for the money. But if you want a quick Mexi fix, this is the place! The carnitas toco's are about the best, mechacha about as good, verde burrito kicks butt, and take something to go cause you know you'll want more later. Cash only & seating is an issue, but no one seems to care. Try it, you'll like it.

07/06/2007 Posted by fesquivel

Yuca's is a little hidden taco stand that can very easily be overseen, but worth searching for. If you are the type of person that can taste the difference between one burrito to another, than you will definitely appreciate Yuca's food. I have four children and each one has a favorite meal, luckily Yuca's sells hot dogs, hamburgers, tortas, burritos and homemade drinks. Unfortunately she does not sell bottle water or sodas, but there is a small store steps away. All this talk is making me hungry; I know where I'm going for lunch... See you at Yuca's!

Pros: Service is great it's like talking to you aunt Maria.

Cons: it's far from my house.

05/13/2007 Posted by dullscythe

Yuca's is a quick walk from my home, so I have eaten here fairly regularly for years. As tasty as the burritos are (and I crave the carne asada ones), what I really love are the tacos. Braised, juicy meat (I favour the carnitas) nestled in a couple of soft white corn tortillas, topped with a dash of salsa picada. Two of these are just right for me, although my appetite is merely average. Cash only, but the Albertson's across Hillhurst has ATMs just within the entrance.

Pros: Quick service, delicious food.

Cons: Closed by 6pm.

05/13/2007 Posted by barrett101

i've lived in los feliz for years and burritos are my favorite food. i don't know why people are so into this place. i think it's just a trendy thing to say you love yucas and it makes people feel cool that they know about this little dive in los feliz. however, the burritos are flat out greasy and not very tasty. the tortillas are good, i'll give them that, but there are way, WAY better burritos in los angeles, and within walking distance of yucas. go to casa diaz on hollywood and vermont, get a carne asada burrito there, and then think about yucas while you're eating it. did someone just tell you that yucas was good? is it really good? do you miss the grease running down your arms and collecting on your elbows? yes? then go back to yucas and keep the myth alive.

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02/27/2007 Posted by dteam

This is the ultimate neighborhood taco stand: always friendly, quick, cheap, and the food is mindblowingly delicious. The burrito is basically perfect, with mouthwatering shredded beef or pork, tender beans, and a dry floury tortilla. Try it with the green sauce. I think the machaca beef burrito is the way to go, but the carne asada's not bad either, and you can't complain about the pork. Definitely not for vegetarians or dieters, but Yuca's isn't trying to be anything it's not; if you're looking for simple, wholesome, incredibly yummy Mexican, this is the place to go.

Pros: Great food, cheap, unpretentious

Cons: No veggie options, small menu, often closed at night