VIBE

Hip chain of surf-themed fusion taco stands that draws on Mexican, Brazilian, and Asian influences to produce a particularly addictive line of fish tacos and Ahi rice. The beachy décor skips on the bland fast food look for a more local, West Coast feel, and the service is refreshingly friendly (if you come back once or twice, they’ll probably even remember your name and your order). A fresh and tasty local alternative to the burger joint.

CROWD

It’s a diverse bunch–everyone from office types out for a quick bite to out-of-work actors and teenagers looking for cheap eats.

WHAT WE WOULD WEAR

It’s really relaxed–anything more than jeans and a t-shirt is completely unnecessary.

GO HERE WITH

Friends; family; kids

WHY WE LIKE IT

Fish tacos and Ahi rice…nothing beats it for a quick, tasty lunch that skips out on the usual fast food clichés.

WHAT WE WOULD CHANGE

LA could use a few more Wahoo’s outlets.

GOOD TO KNOW

Picky eaters at ease: their menu includes lots of mix-and-match choices, as well as a kids’ section and vegetarian options.

OTHER LOCATIONS

Santa Monica; West LA (Los Angeles); Manhattan Beach; over 50 locations across California; Colorado; Texas; Hawaii

CLOSEST COMPS

In-N-Out Burger (Los Angeles)

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