# Carnitas spots in Downtown LA > Made for those who judge a restaurant entirely by the quality and preparation of its carnitas. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/los-angeles/downtown-los-angeles/best-carnitas ## Places (8) ### 1. Cabrillo Rooftop setting offers beautiful views and a calm vibe with stylish decor. Carnitas are salty and shareable, paired well with sweet potato hash. Menu suits vegetarian and pescatarian diners seeking a memorable meal. - Address: 1100 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Cabrillo ### 2. Pinches Tacos Colorful murals and festive music create a lively, authentic Mexican vibe. Handmade tortillas and fresh ingredients shine in the carnitas burrito with rich flavor. Bright decor with Día De Los Muertos themes adds charm to generous portions of tacos and burritos. - Address: 610 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/PinchesTacos2 ### 3. Chiguacle, Cevicheria y Cantina Mexican spot near Olvera Street shines with homemade tortillas and tender octopus. Carnitas tacos pack big flavor with generous meat portions. Lively vibe boosted by fresh margaritas and a cute robot named Arturo. - Address: 103 Paseo de la Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Chiguacle-Cevicheria-y-Cantina ### 4. Ditroit Taqueria Outdoor dining offers a chill vibe in a narrow, hidden space with free parking nearby. Carnitas tacos, especially the duck carnitas, deliver excellent flavor alongside spicy salsas from a compact salsa bar. Seating uses simple plasticware, adding to the casual, taco oasis feel. - Address: 2117 Violet St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/DitroitTaqueria ### 5. Villa Moreliana 🇲🇽 Carnitas tacos burst with juicy Morelia-style meat and a vibrant salsa bar. Casual, lively spot offers crowded indoor seating and sidewalk tables on a busy street. Prices run high and beer on tap can be flat, but the authentic flavor keeps fans coming back. - Address: 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Villa-Moreliana-🇲🇽 ### 6. Carnitas Los Gabrieles Small taco stand serves authentic Michoacan-style carnitas with handmade tortillas and a variety of chili salsas. Atmosphere is pleasant but loud, with samples offered to passersby. Tacos cost $5 each, perfect for those seeking flavorful pork dishes at a good price. - Address: 1235 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CarnitasLosGabrieles ### 7. Tacos Tumbras a Tomas Metal counter and handwritten signs create a simple setup with trays of sizzling meat. Carnitas shine with succulent, slow-cooked pork on soft tortillas. Lively market vibe and huge portions make it a great spot for fresh, flavorful tacos. - Address: 317 S Broadway #14, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TacosTumbrasATomas ### 8. Ana Maria Market stall serves huge carnitas tacos with rich flavors and generous portions. Busy atmosphere means seating is scarce but worth the wait. Prices are higher but match the quality and quantity offered. - Address: 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/AnaMaria ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.