Lugya'h

Tucked inside the sprawling Maydan Market food hall in West Adams, Lugya’h is a modest counter that packs an outsized punch. The market itself is an impressive spectacle with its massive central hearth and industrial-chic seating, but savvy diners know to make a beeline straight for this Oaxacan gem.

The star of the show here is undoubtedly the tlayuda—enormous sheets of masa roughly the size of a hubcap, carefully toasted to crispy perfection over a traditional wood-fired comal. Each one gets generously layered with earthy black bean paste, rendered chorizo fat that adds incredible depth, fresh shaved cabbage for crunch, and rivers of quesillo cheese that pulls apart in those satisfying, bubble-gum-like strands. Add one of their grilled meats on top, particularly the wonderfully smoky spiced blood sausage, and you’ve got something truly special.

What makes Lugya’h particularly appealing is its accessibility. At around $25 for a tlayuda with grilled meat, the price point is reasonable—especially since one can easily feed two hungry people or leave you with substantial leftovers. The casual counter setup means it works equally well whether you’re grabbing a solo lunch or rolling up with a group to explore the rest of the market.

Formerly known as Poncho’s from their South LA pop-up days, this spot has found a perfect permanent home in Maydan Market. For anyone seeking the best tlayudas in Los Angeles, the search ends here.