Sol y Luna

Soy Y Luna is still one of the best Mexican restaurants in the San Fernando Valley. It’s been about five to six years since I last ate there. The food is still as delicious as it was back then. The dining area was very well maintained, tables were clean and the servers were all very nice. My food came as ordered, it was hot, fresh and tasted very good.

Pretty great service. The waitresses are so welcoming but I do have to say I’ve tried a lot of Mexican food places and I really expected more from them we usually would come for the mole and the beautiful scenery as that has been a dish we have really enjoyed and the fresh guacamole made to order and the queso fundido yum but this is the second time the food just doesn’t hit and lacks in flavor . We ate the molcajete and felt there was no flavor not even in the sauce the chicken was great and soft but I wish they new how to season there food last time we came I ordered the milanesa and the chile relleno and corn tamale ala carte and found the tamal was too dry , the milanesa had no salt and I mean no salt but I’m not one to give back my food so I sate it anyway after adding salt myself to it . The desserts on the other hand are great all are very tasty super delicious.

Went to the restaurant for the first time and ordered take away. At first i was complimenting the hostess/waitress who took my order about how pretty the place is and how id like to come and sit down next time. I wanted nachos with all the good stuff (guacamole, cheese etc..) The waitress asked me which protein id like I asked if theres anything vegetarian. (I am a vegetarian) She offered me veggies (which is not a protein but whatever), i said ok. Got the dish went home. Started eating, was very little guac but the flavours were good and i enjoyed it. A few bites in, a big chunk of MEAT(!!!) I havent eaten meat in 25 years. Disgusted and disappointed called the restaurant and told them and this is the reaponse i got: “i asked my staff and the kitchen and they said theres no meat in the dish” I told her “well i am not making it up and i can bring the dish over for you to see”. Then she asked me if i want a new one. I said i want a new one only if they are able not to put meat in there this time. Then she asked me what bean do i want. I didn't understand the question. And then she explained “there is lard in the beans and the sauce” So first you tell me theres no meat, and only after you talk to me about a new dish you remember theres also lard?!?!?!??!?! Then she said black beans are fine for vegetarians. I said ok. I went back to pick up new nachos. Only to find there is no guacamole at all. All i can do is hope theres nothing that contains animals this time. This is beyond unprofessional and thats horrible, horrible customer service. The facts that waiters don't tell people that their nachos contain animal fat (!!!!!!!!!!!) The fact that the kitchen is so reckless and the fact that the manager is so unprofessional. Not going back sadly.

The food is authentic and fresh. We had guacamole made fresh in front of us at our table which was supper delicious. I had the shrimp enchilada with rice. This is a great place for family, friends to gather and have great food and drinks. I had a delicious margarita🍹. The mixologist was wonderful at his/her craft at mixing cocktail. My server was pleasant and attentive to our table. The decor in this restaurant will transform you into an outdoor atmosphere but you are inside the restaurant. The hand painted mural is vibrant with color. There is indoor and outside dining available. There is valet parking available. The price per portion of plate is prefect. Recommendation: Get there early or prepare to wait. It gets crowded fast. This a is a favorite Mexican restaurant for the locals in the area.

San Fernando valley staple. I have been going there for may be twenty years and the place hasn’t lost its charm or its quality. Food is absolutely delicious and the staff is very nice always .

This is a really great Mexican restaurant in the valley. It's always very busy and they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait for a table, especially during peak times on weekends. Though I would not call this place "upscale" it definitely leans towards the higher end of casual dining. Generous portions and delicious food. The molcajete is my favorite dish, it is absolutely wonderful. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good "L.A. authentic" Mexican meal in a comfortable, fun, low light atmosphere.

Yesterday, I visited a Mexican restaurant in Tarzana, CA, with a friend who lives nearby and has been a frequent visitor. She had always raved about the place, and now I see why. Despite the crowd and the fact they don't take reservations, we opted to sit at the bar to avoid the wait. We tried the Ceviche with white fish, which was fresh and flavorful, and the nachos loaded with cheese and beans. The nachos were absolutely to die for! Parking was convenient, with a plaza nearby and ample street parking. It is a fantastic dining experience overall.

Alright. I'm giving this place 4 stars but I'm never coming back. Don't get me wrong, the service was pretty good and the employees seem to get along. The food was good/pretty good but it's not worth what they are charging. I ordered the Molcajete for two and the Carnitas plate. I also ordered guacamole which was a little ghetto/tacky when I saw sign asking for tips on just the guacamole service. My margarita was terrible. I tasted cheap tequila. The tortillas are not made fresh there. I feel this place suffers from an identity crisis, the restaurant doesn't know whether or not to be casual or a fancy restaurant. I said I wouldn't be coming back because I could name 3-4 better tasting Mexican restaurants with better matching prices. This industry is competitive.

As you enter Sol and Luna, you feel like you're in a secret garden, with delicious authentic Mexican, the best on our side of the valley. A must try a Rose Margarita made from Mr. Francisco. A must try Is the molcajete is a traditional Mexican stone mortar and pestle, served as a dish, it's a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Imagine a sizzling, piping hot stone bowl brought to your table, releasing a fragrant, smoky steam. The molcajete is filled with a rich, bubbling mixture of grilled meats--such as tender strips of beef, succulent chicken, or juicy shrimp--smothered in a flavorful, smoky salsa made from roasted tomatoes, chilies, garlic, and onions. The heat from the stone keeps everything warm and sizzling, while melted cheese oozes over the top, creating a gooey, indulgent layer. Served with warm corn tortillas, perfect for scooping up the vibrant, flavorful concoction. An unforgettable, satisfying experience with amazing food and satisfying cocktails. Thank you Panchito and the rest of the team!! Happy Holidays!

We stumbled on this place and wanted to try it out. We were a walk in so we were told we have to wait 30min but they did open up a bit sooner as we agreed to sit outside. Inside is kinda dark but works with the decor. Service was a bit slow but the food was good. I would probably try it again to try more food options as what we had was good.

Sol y Luna was nothing short of amazing on our last company dinner. It was a large party and they accommodated us beautifully. The staff is extremely friendly and fast. What stole the show was the guacamole, they make it table side! Loved everything about this place, their menu is extensive and bar is even more appealing! Parking is tight but they do have Valet in the back. Don't miss out!

I'm glad I tried it the food was delicious and great size portions! The chips and salsa were good as well. I'm glad to have another option out in the Valley with great service

The food was delicious! We had the molcajete and fresh guacamole, and both were amazing. The mojito was tasty and pretty strong--just how I like it! The service was top-notch--I've never been to a place where they check in so often to make sure everything is perfect. Our server, Julie, was awesome! Highly recommend!

Food is okay. Drinks could be better. Guac is the best though and is prepared right in front of you.

Absolutely love this place! Service, food, ambiance always 10/10 . This is our go to spot when we are out visiting my mother in law!

Sol y Luna was wonderful! I was so pleasantly surprised! I ordered a shrimp enchilada with mole sauce and a beef tamale. Both were exceptional. I liked the mole flavor, unlike some other reviews. Generous shrimp. The beef in the tamale was very tasty. I like that they have white rice with corn and cilantro, my favorite. The service was so nice, with a couple bus boys stopping by just to make sure we didn't need anything. The decor is eclectic and fun. I will totally go back, what a nice experience. I had to pay a valet $10 to park in the restaurant lot. Otherwise street parking was limited to one hour.

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting this Mexican restaurant in Tarzana, CA, with a friend who lives nearby and is practically a regular. She always spoke highly of this place, and now I understand why. They have their no-reservations policy, so we decided to sit at the bar to skip the wait. We started with the ceviche, which is made of white fish. And we also ordered the nachos, loaded with cheese and beans--absolutely to die for! The convenience of parking was a pleasant surprise, with a nearby plaza and plenty of street parking. In short, it was a fantastic dining experience that lived up to all the hype. I can tell from the people waiting outside that it's a trendy spot for individuals, couples, and families.

Great food and drinks! Always busy! Staff is awesome and ownership is amazing! Table side guac is a must and the mole is fabulous!

This has been our favorite restaurant for 12 years! They have created pure magic at Sol y Luna! The staff, food, ambience are all impeccable! Do not miss out on this place.

I can't believe I haven't done a review on this place yet. This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the valley. We just dine here recently and experience is just as good as first time I came here many years ago. Meter parking is available on Ventura Blvd as well as valet parking in the back. We arrived just before the dinner rush on weekday and were seated immediately in the main dining area. Love atmosphere...the vibrant wall art, tropical plants, dim lighting and artistic decor are so atheistically inviting. They also have seating available at bar and patio. Quick and attentive service too. Soon as we sat down we were served fresh chips and salsa, which is so addictingly good. They also make fresh guacamole prepared table side. We ordered the crispy beef taco/chicken enchilada combo and beef enchiladas plate which comes with rice and refried beans. The taco was perfectly crisp and so tasty. Pico de gallo and cheese adds a nice layer of deliciousness to every bite. The beef and chicken enchiladas were solid as well. Even the rice and beans were on point. Nothing but positive vibes here. Definitely recommend coming here...

Beautiful restaurant. We came here on a Thursday night and decided to sit at a table in the bar. I definitely recommend starting with the table side guacamole. I had the enchiladas and I really enjoyed them. Their chips and salsa are delicious and the margaritas were a hit. If you are looking for great Mexican food and a great atmosphere this is the place!

Yes yes YESSSSS. This was exactly the type of vibe I was looking for. I was craving a Mexican food that really felt like was made with love and home made and when you come to this place it feels like that. It was so welcoming, energetic, and lively. The waitress was super kind and was excited for our meal to come too. We got some margaritas, the avocado mix, and some other huge dishes. It was beautiful.

Our go-to mid-week or weekend date night spot! The strawberry and mango margaritas are our favorites. Be careful not to fill up on the chips and salsa like we often do- they're too good to resist! Our standard order is to share the asada mulita and an asada burrito. Service is fast and friendly. We always leave more than satisfied and it's reasonably priced- making it an easy choice when deciding on a fun, close to home dinner out.

So much has changed.....service used to be so good. It was our main reason to keep going back at least once a week however pandemic happened. Then the service changed negatively. The restroom is horrible! It's nasty, dirty, old, dark, dated, no soap, no mirror! The business is doing well yet they can't make improvements!? The worst is NO SOAPS in the restroom!!! Yikes!!!

First took forever to get my order then I found several pieces of plastic with writing in my takeout food yesterday. As if they're tearing open frozen packages sloppily. Wasted time and money. Will never go there again!

This place is lively and serves excellent authentic Mexican food. On any day of the week you can find locals gathering at Sol Y Luna for great service and a fun atmosphere. The portions are large and reasonably priced. Highly recommend the fresh guacamole made fresh at your table,

The food is authentic and fresh. We had guacamole made fresh in front of us at our table which was supper delicious. I had the shrimp enchilada with rice. This is a great place for family, friends to gather and have great food and drinks. I had a delicious margarita. The mixologist was wonderful at his/her craft at mixing cocktail. My server was pleasant and attentive to our table. The decor in this restaurant will transform you into an outdoor atmosphere but you are inside the restaurant. The hand painted mural is vibrant with color. There is valet parking available. The price per portion of plate is prefect.

5 star experience all around. My first time in SF valley in a while. My cousin suggested this Mexican restaurant on Ventura. Never been here before. The place was packed on a Wednesday evening around 6:30. We had to wait 20mins for a table for 3. The place is going through an additional on the other side of the bar with an outdoor patio. I ordered their chicken asada burrito. My son had their shredded beef plate and my cousin had the green corn tamales and a fish taco. Amazing taste and quality. The place is very authentic and the food is good quality and and nice taste. The service was fast although the server was hesitant to recommend anything on the menu. Will be back.

Overall the restaurant was cute and festive. I definitely feel like this restaurant has been a movie or something just based on the fun decor and vibes. The food was good nothing to rave over though just typical mexican food. I think the service needs much improvement. Starting with the valet service. I understand it is complimentary parking for lunch time but I wasn't even out of my car and I was already asked for a tip all when the car technically did not have to be parked since parking lot was empty. Our server did her job but was very moody while doing it, maybe that was her personality but definitely not the nicest person out there. And gratuity was included in the bill. Guess this place big on tips. I personally would not go back.

Seems like a busy restaurant with regulars and locals. The off putting thing is the waitlist situation. Put our party on the list in yelp. Arrived at our check in time only to find out that we have to wait an additional 35 minutes. What is the point of putting down your name when there is an additional in person waitlist and check-in? Either start taking reservations or have one system where your patrons don't wait around hungry the whole evening. Bad first impression.

Wow first timer and it was sooo good!! The inside of the restaurant is decorated so pretty and their food is really good! If you ask for the guac, a server actually comes to your table and prepares it for you in front of you (I didn't know that I thought they would just bring us a side of guac so they do charge extra for that I wish I knew!) Anyways their pomegranate margarita is my favorite!

Great cheerful ambiance, cool lighting, delicious food and drinks, decent prices, service is good with a table side fresh made guac. Great local spot!

Good, authentic mexican cuisine. FAST SERVICE and nice,romantic ambinace. Will definitelt be back.

As someone who is Mexican and values the rich authenticity of Mexican cuisine. I shall give you my sincere assessment of this restaurant. I have often noticed patrons waiting outside Sol y Luna each and every time I pass by which led me to believe it must be a good and popular spot. However, after dining there with my wife and daughter, I was disappointed. While the chicken in the House special was good, the grilled steak and shrimp was bland, and the dish was overwhelmed by an excessive amount of guajillo red sauce which was not so good. We also tried a strawberry margarita that was overly sweet and thick due to the syrup, and a cucumber martini that was excessively sour. The guacamole was decent but lacked flavor and salt. Additionally, I found it interesting that the server brought a cart to make the guacamole that had three tip boxes attached, which felt inappropriate given the brief (2 minutes) preparation time for a $15 dish. I have dined in both high-end and more casual restaurants, but I have not encountered this practice before. While our experience dining here was not to our liking, I wanted to share my honest feedback. I encourage you to try it for yourself, as tastes can vary greatly among individuals.

Old school California Mexican restaurant. The mocajetes were great as were the carnitas burrito. Only complaint is that our waitress kept crashing our conversations on an important matter. We had to ask her to stop.

My favorite dish is the Chile Relleno Burrito, but every thing looks amazing! My friend and I dined at Sol Y Luna today. She had a vegetarian burrito and I had the Chile Relleno burrito. Perfect service. Very friendly polite servers. We arrived before the dinner rush and got a seat immediately. Our food came quickly. Generous portions of delicious fresh chips and salsa. I loved my dish! Unique charming decor. Huge margaritas. It's a very popular spot. Highly recommend! Sometimes there's a wait during popular times but it's worth it!

I love this place! The ambiance is fantastic. The rooms are filled with a beautiful mural. This place is mostly crowded the the service is quick and straight-foward without a lot of chit chat in between. The food and drinks are delicious with fresh guacamole prepared table side. Great place for celebrations or just getting together with people you like!

On my first visit, I had the Absofreakinglutely BEST carne asada I've had outside of Texas. We also ordered rajas con crema which was cool because they can be difficult to find. Guac made table side was La Bomba! We ordered the same carne asada on the second visit and it wasn't s&#t. Im sssoooooo conflicted!!!! I'm not a quitter, so a third visit is in order. The ambiance is really cool. Service was on-point both visits - 2 different servers. It's a bit on the low-light side. There's a huge mural of notable Latinos, buena canciones, and fake flora errrrrrywhere. The only thing we found odd was the animals.....zebra, giraffe, and others. Kinda scratched out heads on that. Plenty of street parking and there's a small pay-lot behind the restaurant.

This is a popular place towards the west side of the valley. Small bar. Large menu. Many good drinks and food items available. Chips and salsa provided and are warm and crispy. Salsa is not too spicy. Service is quick. Bar area has televisions where sporting events are broadcasted. Good for groups.

On our way to Solvang we decided to stop here. I had the beef milanesa and the hubby had chili relleno. Everything was delicious. We also had a shrimp ceviche appetizer and that was really good too. Definitely coming back. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Came here on a Thursday around 7:30 pm. We didn't realize there was an option to join the waitlist on Yelp so make sure you do that beforehand! For our party of 3, we were told it would be about a 30-45 minute wait and I think we ended up waiting 30 minutes. There was seating available outside but we wanted to sit inside because of all the decorations and the ambiance! The inside has a lot of references to Mexican culture but also some fun little things like the bust of a hippo. There's a bar and plenty of plush red leather booths that we unfortunately did not sit at but didn't mind sitting in the middle. A mariachi band would colme to play at some of the tables which was also fun and kept the energy high! I decided to order the molcajete for 2 ($40) with black beans and flour tortillas, my partner ordered the Plato de Chile verde with refried beans and flour tortillas ($19) and a jalapeño margarita ($14), while my friend ordered the horchata ($4), the plantain fries, and the veggie burrito. There's complimentary tortilla chips and salsa provided at the beginning. I loved the salsa! It had a good kick of spice to it and was very fresh. The jalapeño margarita was good and so was the horchata. The molcajete came out and was piping hot! I combined different ingredients and put them on the flour tortillas, while also eating the rice and beans. Absolutely delicious! The sauce was bubbling on the bottom so make sure you scoop some of it up before it boils away. Also try to grab the cheese before it sticks too much and burns. Very fun experience to eat and definitely worth it in my opinion. The Chile verde plate was also delicious! Comparatively, this dish had more flavor but not a lot of meat. The sauce was very savory. I also was able to eat some of my friend's plantains, they definitely added some nice sweetness to the salty and savory molcajete meats and shrimp. My friend also ended up getting the tres leches cake which was fluffy and sweet. I should've probably added some salsa or asked for some hot sauce to go with the meal, but it was satisfying enough! We planned to take leftovers home and will definitely be adding some spice. Overall, friendly service, good food, and great atmosphere! Would take some friends here again!

Food is very good and service is too! Aaliyah walked my phone it's outside to my car because there was no place to park!

Old School Mexican at it's finest! I actually forgot about Sol y Luna after going there in the 90's. I seek out and love old school, dimly lit Mexican spots and when I walked in, I was in heaven. There is a great old bar to the left and to the right is a dining room with red booths, low lighting and great decor. Even murals! And they play Mexican music. My mole enchiladas were incredible and perfectly spiced. The chips and salsa are addictive. And that is important! This is the ... second.... of many more nights at Sol y Luna!

Delicious Mexican food. Take my Latino Card if you disagree. I loved the entrees here, service, and overall ambiance, I certainly felt back at home here. There was a good 30 minute wait for a Thursday night meal for my friends and I but we luckily got a table inside. The menu and drink menu had a lot of selection I was having a hard time narrowing down my treasure of interest. In all that we ordered and tried, my favorites included their horchata, jalapeño margarita, their Chile rellenó, and molcajete plate. The serving sizing here was plentiful!! I think our food came out steamy, with excellent sides of rice and beans for a very good spread of Mexican dishes. (My stomach is gurgling as i write this review hungry for more) Overall we had a great time here, it would just have been much more helpful to put our name down on the list as this place seems popular for dinner time. We loved the mariachis, murals inside, lovely server, and whole experience!!

Cuatoner service excellent....food very good ...only problem the parking 10 dollars and the waiting list very long

Wonderful warm experience with excellent customer service and amazing food. Been here many times and will continue going. The margaritas are amazing and the molcajete is out of this world. Highly recommend you give this place a try. The only negative is they don't take reservations as it's all on a first come first serve basis. Can't say it's much of a negative as the sometimes long wait is simply due to the place being in high demand, and that's obviously because the overall experience is positive that keeps people coming back for more.

Burrito de Carne asada $14.50 and comes with meat and beans mostly with a little avocado and pico de gallo. Not worth the price! No lettuce or rice. Ambiance is interesting but way packed in a small space. Not my favorite Mexican restaurant.

Came with the fam on Wednesday night after rock climbing and while in the gym, we were able to join the Yelp waitlist. We had to wait probably 40 minutes, and could not imagine how long it would have been if we weren't able to join the waitlist ahead of time. Overall, food tasted great. My husband's one complaint was that the enchiladas did not have enough red sauce. The server quickly grabbed a side of sauce to remedy that. My complaint was that the tacos (steak) were wrapped in foil, which lead to the tortilla being soggy and I had to eat the stuff out with a fork (LOL!) 5 stars because the drinks were good, the food tasted amazing and the service was great. All the other details we can deal with. The restaurant has 3 sections, one area with bar seating, then directly behind it is table seating and the 3rd is around a corner and is all booths. The decor is cool! They really play into the name with the sun and moons every where. For sure, we will be back. And I'm sure my brother in law and sister will be back even sooner LOL. Apparently this is a place they visit often. They don't even need menus. I can't wait to try their other food items and next time, the Micheladas!

I must say, it's worth the wait. The food was very good, but the margaritas WOW... best I've ever had! Beautiful ambiance, especially for a Mexican restaurant. Staff was efficient. Will return!

Came here after a couple of appointments for lunch. It was such a hot day that as soon as we arrived they sat us down. Our waitress was very nice and took our order right away. Food and service were excellent. Thank you for your hospitality.

Terrible Terrible Terrible. Everything was so sub par. Service, food, beverage and even the ambience. The place was extremely loud. We were a party of 12 celebrating a birthday but did not have a good time at all. The servers tie kept dipping in the water pitcher and he continued to serve from that pitcher. The table side guacamole was tasteless. The ceviche had more liquid than shrimp and their 'Molcajete special' was anything but special. Asked for steak to be cooked medium. Came well done. Costco chicken tenders?? It looked unappetizing. The flan too was dry and flavorless. Dirty plates not cleared after appetizers and entrees were piled on top of those!! Service was non existent but they still tacked on a 20% on the bill!! We did not argue. Sorry guys. Tried to like something but there just wasn't anything to like. There's better Mexican places out there.

We went here for dinner last night. It was delicious. There guacamole was excellent a little price.. there mojitos were good, they would have been better with extra mint in them just my opinion! Portions are big great for sharing. Our server was good but basics at the same time. I like the decor but it can be very loud for dinner. But will we come back absolutely! Until nice time!

I decided to try this restaurant based on the reviews. Upon arriving the hostess doesn't greet you so I had to advise the party waiting in front of me to confront the hostess since she clearly saw them but hadn't acknowledged them. The restaurant was busy so once we got seated the service was fast and we felt rushed. While we were eating somebody came and started cleaning our table and took our drink cups when clearly we were NOT done eating. Our waiter even seemed surprised that we no longer had cups and offered us refills however, we just wanted to leave after that. The restaurant itself is small but cute and the menu is a pretty basic Mexican restaurant menu. Based on this experience we won't be back but I would recommend trying for yourself since we may of just caught them on an off day.

My friend and I split shrimp ceviche, chicken tamale and chicken taquitos with table side guacamole. And don't forget the delicious margaritas. The service was great, as usual and the ambiance is fun. It gets crowded so go early. Not too early, because I hate waiting!

Still the best in the valley!! Got here 20 minutes after 6 pm and was able to be seated right away. Rare but we got lucky tonight!! We tried something new tonight. The Mohicans which were outstanding. And the dinner house special for 2!! Which we could not finish and was delicious!! Paula our server was amazing!! Great date night!!

Mucho tiempo de espera, mi esposo ordeno bistec encebollado y le dieron carne asada quemada y le agregaron cebolla!! Sabía horrible y seca. Mi hijo pidió sopes de asada y se los dieron de carnitas( por supuesto que los regresó). Definitivamente no lo recomiendo.

Best Mexican food from Westlake to Tarzana. You have to order the table side guacamole and the new salsa is legit too!