Best Burritos Restaurants in Westwood
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Headlines Diner & Grill
Classic diner turning out an unusually broad lineup of breakfast and Mexican-style burritos all day.
Notable Picks
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
A long-running Westwood Boulevard diner, Headlines folds a surprisingly deep burrito lineup into its all-day breakfast and Mexican sections. From basic egg-and-bacon wraps to oversized fajita and Cali burritos, it’s where you go when you want big, filling burritos with classic diner comfort on the side.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Fajita Burrito, Cali Burrito
What Makes it Special: Classic diner turning out an unusually broad lineup of breakfast and Mexican-style burritos all day.
8
Tucked just off the main Westwood drag, Pinches Tacos runs a casual counter-and-patio setup where combo plates of tacos, rice, and beans fuel long study nights. It leans into straightforward fillings and generous portions, making it a go-to for students and staff looking for a sit-down alternative to late-night chains.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Taco, Al Pastor Taco, Taco Pinche Combination Plate
What Makes it Special: A family-run taqueria with student-friendly combo plates and a relaxed patio.
Worthy Picks
#3
Tacos 1986
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
The Westwood Village location of Tacos 1986 brings Tijuana-style adobada tacos, mulitas, and quesadillas to a casual counter with sidewalk seating. Late student crowds and a constant line at the window turn the Kinross patio tables into one of the neighborhood’s most reliable cheap outdoor meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada Taco, Mushroom Mulita, Carne Asada Quesadilla
What Makes it Special: Tijuana-style tacos from a cult-loved stand with busy sidewalk seating.
7.9
This modern chicken-focused spot off Lindbrook folds a composed Burrito Mexicano into a menu built around roasted free-range chicken and market sides. The burrito leans fresher and lighter than most, with whole wheat tortillas, beans, rice, and guacamole echoing the rest of the vegetable-forward menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito Mexicano, Tacos Dorados, Tostada Bowl
What Makes it Special: Health-leaning chicken specialist serving a composed Burrito Mexicano with better ingredients than the average wrap.
Late-night truck stop newly landed in the area, turning out trompo-driven al pastor burritos with a smoky-sweet edge. The burrito is simple but hits hard: juicy meat, hot salsa, and a tight wrap made for curbside eating. A useful after-hours option in a ZIP that doesn’t have many.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor Burrito, Cabeza Burrito with Cheese, Mulita (Double Meat)
What Makes it Special: Trompo al pastor burrito served hot off the truck.