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Moles La Tía, a beloved East Los Angeles restaurant known for its traditional mole dishes, has reopened after a lengthy closure. Originally established in 2006, the restaurant resumed operations under new management. The reopening comes after delays due to remodeling and the COVID-19 pandemic, much to the delight of local patrons. With updates to the dining space and retention of signature mole recipes, Moles La Tía once again serves delightful dishes, becoming a cherished part of the community’s culinary scene.
East Los Angeles – Moles La Tía, a beloved restaurant known for its traditional mole dishes, has officially reopened its doors after nearly six years of closure. The restaurant commenced operations once more on August 21, 2025, at its original location, 4619 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, East L.A. The reopening marks a significant milestone for both the owners and the local community, who have long awaited the return of this culinary treasure.
The restaurant originally opened its doors in 2006 but was closed for remodeling in October 2019. Unfortunately, the planned updates were delayed considerably due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in an extended period of closure. In a significant shift, Alejandra Reyna and her husband, Jesus Gabriel Huerta, have taken over the full operations of Moles La Tía. Under their management, the couple has revived the signature mole recipes with the help of former part owner Rocío Camacho, ensuring that the restaurant continues to offer the rich flavors that fans have come to love.
Moles La Tía is particularly renowned for its variety of mole sauces and has played a pivotal role in popularizing chilaquiles in Eastside restaurants. As the doors reopened, the dining room quickly filled with customers who eagerly dug into dishes such as chilaquiles, café de olla, and fresh pan dulce, basking in the nostalgic flavors that have made the restaurant a community favorite.
The reopening, however, was not without challenges. Health inspection issues and immigration enforcement concerns complicated the process, with Reyna expressing that securing the necessary permits and ensuring employee safety posed significant hurdles. Despite these obstacles, the restaurant’s menu remains largely unchanged, showcasing vibrant traditional Pueblan and Oaxacan mole varieties. These recipes utilize unique ingredients, including pistachios, white chocolate, coffee, and coconut, preparing a delightful experience for diners.
In addition to the menu, the restaurant has undergone some updates to improve the overall dining experience. Enhancements include two new restrooms and a wheelchair-accessible back entrance, ensuring a more accommodating atmosphere for all patrons. The dining space has also been refreshed with bright white walls, which contribute to a welcoming ambiance. The cherished tía statue, a beloved symbol of the restaurant and its heritage, is currently undergoing restoration to reinstate its presence in the establishment.
Moles La Tía operates with a soft opening format, currently serving customers from Monday through Sunday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. The community’s excitement around the restaurant’s reopening has been palpable, with many fans, including locals Marco Klug and Jesus Manzo, expressing their joy and appreciation for the restaurant’s return. The sentiment shared among former patrons underscores the restaurant’s role not just as a place to enjoy great food but as an integral part of the local community’s social fabric.
For those interested in staying connected with Moles La Tía, the restaurant can be followed on Instagram at @moleslatia, where updates on menu items, events, and community involvement will be shared.
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- L.A. Taco: Best Chilaquiles in Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Times: Mole Mexican Restaurants
- Wikipedia: Mole
- Google Search: Mole Mexican Cuisine
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