Welcome to The Green Chile (New Mexico Style)
At The Green Chile (New Mexico Style), nestled in La Habra, CA, the spirit of New Mexico's vibrant cuisine comes alive. This family-owned gem specializes in hearty New Mexican fare, with a menu that showcases authentic dishes like Navajo tacos and chilaquiles, all crafted with love and care. The breakfast offerings, including the rich Beef Red Chile New-Mex Hash and flavorful Chorizo Breakfast Scramble, create a delightful start to your day. The inviting atmosphere and attentive service enhance the dining experience, making it a beloved spot for both locals and visitors. Dive into a taste of the Land of Enchantment—you won’t be disappointed!
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2050 W Whittier Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631 Hotline: (562) 448-3674
Welcome to The Green Chile (New Mexico Style), a vibrant culinary gem nestled in La Habra, California. This family-owned eatery specializes in authentic New Mexican cuisine, offering a treasure trove of flavors that transport you straight to the Land of Enchantment. Conveniently located at 2050 W Whittier Blvd, The Green Chile invites food lovers to indulge in a unique dining experience that celebrates the rich traditions and culinary artistry of New Mexico.
As soon as you step through the doors, you’re greeted by a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with decor showcasing native art and elements reminiscent of New Mexico’s rich heritage. The restaurant buzzes with the energy of locals and visitors alike, all drawn together by a shared passion for genuine, homestyle cooking. The friendly staff is eager to make your experience memorable, ensuring prompt service while you prepare to embark on a delightful gastronomic journey.
- Breakfast Delights: Start your day with one of their signature New-Mex Hash options. The Green Chile New-Mex Hash features diced breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, and a generous helping of green chile, all topped with melted cheddar jack for a dish that is both hearty and soul-satisfying, priced at just $11.99. Vegetarians will relish the Veggie New-Mex Hash, while meat lovers can opt for the Chorizo or Ground Beef variations for a protein-packed morning meal.
- Navajo Tacos: A customer favorite, the Navajo Tacos are a must-try for anyone venturing into New Mexican cuisine. The deep-fried flatbread serves as the perfect crunchy base piled high with beans, cheese, tender pork or beef, and flavorful green chile. Each bite is a glorious meld of textures and tastes, and like one patron noted, it’s “junky food” elevated to Michelin star levels of indulgence.
- Sopapillas: Don’t miss out on the Sopapillas, a savory delicacy stuffed with beans, cheese, and eggs, forming a delightful pastry that is both crispy and fluffy. Pair them with the sweet pumpkin sopapilla for dessert, a delightful spin filled to the brim with spiced pumpkin and drizzled with dulce de leche and vanilla ice cream — a perfect way to end your meal.
- Signature Burgers: For burger aficionados, The Green Chile offers the GC Cheeseburger, crafted from fresh ingredients that promise a burst of flavor with every bite. Don’t forget to come hungry, as the portions are as generous as they are delicious.
One guest hailed The Green Chile as “one of the best hidden gems in Southern California,” highlighting the jovial atmosphere and excellent service. Complimented by the nostalgic tunes wafting through the space, the mood is set for an enjoyable meal. Patrons have found the prices to be quite reasonable given the quality and portion sizes, making it accessible for all.
In conclusion, The Green Chile (New Mexico Style) isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of culture and community through food. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this spot promises to satiate your cravings for authentic New Mexican flavors. Be sure to plan your visit before they close early, as you won’t want to miss out on this exceptional dining destination!
One of the best hidden gems in Southern California in my opinion. Whenever my travels take me across the southwest US I consume as many Navajo Tacos as possible as I can't find them at home. Thay is until I found this place. Wow! Amazing Navajo Tacos and Sopapillas. Everything I have had here has been wonderful and the vibe is amazing, last time I visited was on a Sunday lunch time, and the speakers were playing oldies, the serving staff was warm and friendly, the place was full of locals enjoying this one of a kind spot in the area. The only downside here is they close early making it more difficult to enjoy more often. Everything else is a thumbs up!
Thanks for the recommendation on the GC Cheeseburger, it did not disappoint! A true handmade fresh burger. Make sure you come hungry if you're going to tackle this one...
This place is great Food was really deliciously good. Service was excellent our server was Mia and she was very attentive and has excellent from start to finish.
Not only do they have the best New Mexico food They give back to the community. You must try their Navajo Beef Taco!
We are regulars here, and especially love coming in for dinner and lunch. But for some reason we had never stopped in for breakfast. We decided to finally try their breakfast menu and I was not at all disappointed. We came on a weekend and were seated immediately. They are always on top of the service and today was no exception. I had the chorizo hash and it was sooooo good! It was like a giant flavorful scramble with thick chunks of potatoes, black beans, corn, green chili, chorizo, eggs and topped with a very generous portion of cheese. This place just got thrown into the mix of local breakfast places and we will definitely be back soon!
Met my BFF here for lunch today. We both love Navajo tacos and wanted to try them. I got the pork green chile, and she got the beef red chile. Both were really good. The complimentary chips and salsa were also good. I want to go back and try other items on the menu. I love hatch green chiles, and many of the items on their menu contain these chiles. The service was excellent! Can't wait to go back!
The Food here is delicious and straight out of the Land of Enchantment (New Mexico). Their posole is unlike any I have ever tasted you must get it with Sopapillas on the side. On second thought just go ahead and get sopapillas no matter what you order. They have Navajo tacos as well. Service was great and with a smile. The decor inside is beautiful with native art, New Mexico License plates and other New Mexico decor all over the walls.
The best hard shell tacos in the whole world? That's a bold claim, but I'm excited to dive in. According to a Mashed survey, the top pick for hard shell tacos is Old El Paso, with almost 40% of the vote ¹. Their crunchy taco shells are a classic choice for a reason. If you're looking for a recipe to make your own hard shell tacos, I've got you covered. A simple recipe from Isabel Eats uses store-bought hard taco shells and fills them with seasoned ground beef, cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes ². You can customize with your favorite toppings, from shredded lettuce to salsa. Other popular brands for hard shell tacos include Taco Bell, Ortega, and Mission ¹. But let's be real, the best hard shell tacos are the ones made with love and filled with your favorite ingredients. The Green Chile
You'd be hard pressed to find New Mexico style cuisine in California, especially a family-owned place that touts its homestyle cooking! The Green Chile is in a low-key plaza near a busy intersection. We came on a weekend for an early dinner and aside from a couple other tables, it wasn't super busy. Service was warm and welcoming, and we got tortilla chips with green and red salsa as a complimentary starter. Simple, delicious, and addicting. For our dinner, we got the: 1) Navajo Tacos: -A MUST if you're getting into New Mexican/Southwestern US dishes. -It's deep-fried flat bread that's deliciously crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. -On top was a generous portion of bean, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pork, green chile, and chipotle ranch dressing. -I love "junky food" and Mexican food, and this is the best of both worlds. Just think of the Mexican pizza at Taco Bell but an upscale, Michelin star version. Indulgent and delicious. 2) Sopapilla: -Another MUST for New Mexican/Southwestern US cuisine. -This is a savory fried pastry that's, once again, deep fried. It puffs up, and is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. -There's several different options but I opted for the ground beef and potato filling. Regardless of what filling you get, it also comes with bean and cheese. I got the red salsa on top. -This is a MASSIVE dish. It's the size of one of those Nerf foam footballs. Definitely enough to fill you up or if you need to share. -Again, one of those "junky" type food dishes that probably aren't the best for you, but taste so good. -Think of this as a pate chaud mix with a meat bean and cheese burrito Hot Pocket. 3) Pumpkin Sopapilla: -I am a SUCKER for pumpkin themed dishes and especially desserts, for them to have this year round is AMAZING. -This dessert version of their sopapilla is filled with pumpkin, think like a pumpkin pie, dusted with powdered sugar, drizzled with dulce de leche and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. If I'm ever craving these dishes again, I'll stop by again for sure.