Chef Francisco Leal, known for his seafood expertise, has returned to his roots with Mariscos Chiltepín in Vernon, LA. After co-founding Del Mar Ostionería, which won an Eater Award before closing, Leal is back serving Sinaloan-style dishes. His stand features an array of fresh seafood including shrimp and clams, all prepared under a pop-up canopy. Despite the industrial setting, Leal’s offerings of ceviches and aguachiles are garnering attention for their quality and flavor, reinforcing his commitment to culinary excellence in Los Angeles.
Chef Francisco Leal has made a remarkable return to the streets of Vernon, LA, serving Sinaloan-style seafood at Mariscos Chiltepín, showcasing his culinary roots.
Del Mar Ostionería, co-founded by Leal and Roberto Pérez, won an Eater Award for Best New Food Truck before facing closure due to local complaints.
Despite the gritty industrial backdrop of Vernon, Mariscos Chiltepín offers some of the best Sinaloan cold bar dishes in Los Angeles, featuring freshly sourced seafood.
After stepping back from daily operations at Del Mar, Leal is again harnessing his passion, serving spicy ceviches and aguachiles that have gained local acclaim.
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