Looking to uncover all that Central City has to offer? Get to know this Santa Ana neighborhood by browsing its most popular businesses, from a meat shop to Mexican eatery.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Central City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. El Toro Carniceria-Meat Shop
Topping the list is grocery store and meat shop El Toro Carniceria-Meat Shop. Located at 1340 W. First St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 375 reviews on Yelp.
It specializes in carnitas, fresh tortillas and masa prepared daily. "We also carry high-quality meats for all your barbecue needs and don't forget the liquor store, too," it adds.
2. Lantern Grill
Next up is Asian fusion cafe Lantern Grill, serving bubble tea and more, at 1722 W. First St., Suite G. With four stars out of 212 reviews on Yelp, it's proved to be a local favorite.
Dinner dishes include grilled pork, popcorn chicken and Australian round eye steak.
3. Pronto Pizza
Pronto Pizza is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, the member of a regional chain at 1734 W. First St., four stars out of 55 reviews.
In addition to a variety of pies (including pepperoni, barbecue chicken, meat lovers and vegetarian), the eatery also offers chicken wings, churro doughnuts and bread sticks.
4. Jugos Vallarta
Last but not least is Jugos Vallarta, a Mexican spot that offers juices, smoothies and more. It's another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 47 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1312 W. First St., Suite B, to see for yourself.
Popular dishes with Yelp reviewers include tacos, tortas, tamales and dorados.
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