Best Solo Dining Sanctuaries Burritos Restaurants in Downtown LA
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Roast To Go
Legacy Grand Central stall serving roasted-meat burritos since the mid-century era.
Notable Picks
#1
Roast To Go
8.3
A Grand Central Market veteran dating back to the early 1950s, Roast To Go focuses on roasted meats folded into tacos, plates, and big burritos. Regulars swear by the carnitas, al pastor, and cheek meats, making it a reliable counter when you want an old-school burrito more than the latest trend.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carnitas Burrito, Al Pastor Burrito, Chicken Burrito
What Makes it Special: Legacy Grand Central stall serving roasted-meat burritos since the mid-century era.
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Tucked inside a Fashion District food court, Cilantro Lime turns breakfast and lunch into a chilaquiles-and-burrito playground with big flavors and playful sauces. Loved for creative plates and carne asada fries, it delivers substantial portions at accessible prices for workers and shoppers nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles divorciados plate, Wet DTLA burrito, Carne asada fries
What Makes it Special: Food-court counter turning classic Mexican plates into bold, creative comfort.
Worthy Picks
7.6
Industrial strip-mall taqueria where burritos are built for value and speed, with a menu that covers all the staples. It’s especially good for a fast, hot carne-asada or pollo burrito without the Arts District markup.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada Burrito, Pollo a la Plancha Burrito, Vegetarian Burrito
What Makes it Special: A dependable, low-cost taqueria burrito that hits the spot fast.