Guacamaya was established in 2017 in the heart of Los Angeles, where the vibrant cultures of Mexico and Southern California converge. It's a tale of love, tradition, and a deep passion for creating exceptional plant-based Mexican cuisine.Whether you're a long-time advocate of plant-based living or a curious food adventurer, we invite you to explore the flavors of Mexico in a whole new way.Our journey is rooted in Mexican traditions and we continue to honor our heritage when we come together around the dinner table as a family. The heart of our home was our kitchen, where we shared meals, laughter, and the recipes that had been passed down through generations. We have always enjoyed cooking homemade meals from scratch and finding healthier alternatives. That's when we decided to offer our community a greener and more sustainable version of the flavors we cherish so much.
Irrawaddy Taste of Burma is family run and owned restaurant featuring Burmese cuisine from Co-Owner & Chef Banny Hong. Growing up in Burma now known as the country of Myanmar, Banny wanted to share the his families traditional recipes and popular items that you can only find in Burma. The cuisine is inspired by its neighboring nations but its truly its own unique flavors, that must be tried. The majority of the dishes are prepared from scratch from raw whole ingredients focusing on healthy and light dishes. Our menu for the people of Southern California by dialing down some ingredients, like fish paste, and added more vegetarian, vegan and gluten free dishes.
