Open since 1934, La Polar has two things on the menu: birria in broth and birria out of broth (the broth comes on the side). Get either and garnish with salsa and onions while two mariachi bands will battle for your attention.

With a glowing neon sign and a slick interior, this new restaurant serves cochinita pibil in many guises: in tacos, tortas, panuchos (a fried tortilla stuffed with black beans), and on chilaquiles. It's located on the same block as Casa Maauad, an artist residency and by-appointment gallery.

A literal hole in the wall, the fifty-year old el Califa de León is the iconic taquería of the neighborhood. Steak, costilla (rib), or gaonera, (thinly sliced griddled beef), are held by tortillas mopped with liquid fat and showcase the pure flavors of corn, salt, and beef.

A first-rate cantina serving all things from the sea: tostadas, mariscos, ceviches, and shark quesadillas. And cold beer. The décor is charmingly stuck in the '70s.

Evidence of the artistic element creeping into the neighborhood, Muebles Sulivan is a sparse, well-lit cafe, with modern furniture, upscale paletas (popsicles), and coffee service. They have movie nights, too.