LA’s Cheapest Michelin Star Meal is Served in a Food Court | On The Line | Bon Appétit

“We’re located in a food court called Mercado la Paloma. This is definitely the cheapest Michelin Star meal you can get in Los Angeles.” Today, Bon Appétit spends a day on the line with the Chef Gilberto Cetina, owner of Holbox. America’s first Mexican Marisquería to receive a Michelin Star, Holbox serves out of a food court in Los Angeles and is the city’s cheapest Michelin meal.

00:00 Intro
01:06 Checking Inventory
02:43 Cutting Tuna
04:26 Check Deliveries
05:50 Setting Up the Grill
06:56 Cutting Octopus
08:18 Prepping Abalone
10:47 Lunch Service
12:16 Hot Kitchen




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[kevinfry]

I’ve been in the industry for 15 years managing, cooking, bartending, seeving. This is my definition of a true chef. There is a lot going on in that kitchen for a casual place and they’re doing volume. Well done.

[Kungpowbeats]

Love how quiet it is in there. Sign of an organised team.

[JuanLopez-izu]

I remember going in 2019 after the worth it video dropped (they won) and I was in the area so i decided to give it a try. Haven’t stopped going and never miss a birthday there. Without a doubt the best seafood you’ll ever find in Los Angeles.

[franciscosepulveda]

Discovered this placed about a year ago by accident while on my way to a Lakers game. Was looking for a “somewhat” fast serving food place for a quick bite, to my surprise this place was plagued with multiple Michelline star awards and the prices were reasonable. This has become my wife’s and my best Mexican seafood spot!!! 😊 🌟 ❤

[gmmer]

This is what I call a restaurant business owner, not only his owner, but he’s also a leader, helping out his fellow employees and friends

[ozzyojay]

Can I just say all the chefs on Bon Appetit are some of the most down to earth, service driven and team-loving people you'll ever meet.

[Shichman]

Went here twice my last time in LA. Best fish tacos I've ever had. Incredible, affordable, and friendly. Wow.

[ardy]

Been going since they opened. Well deserved on the recognition

[MikeDuffy-tg]

Holbox is genuinely one of my favorite restaurants in LA. Bravo for the recognition!

[musicsoul]

With such fair prices, they should be filled to the brim every day.

[believensee]

Love a chef that feeds the team before the rush. Great job!

[alexis]

It's legit impressive that they have a Michelin star with those kind of numbers

[jasonspencer]

One of the best episodes I've seen.great job👍👍👍👍

[killertaco]

I used to pass Mercado de Paloma every day and had no clue there was a food court in there

[LightWarriorsLife]

A Michelin star restaurant in a food court 😳 who would have thunk? 🤔🧐

Food looks delicious 🤗

[amitzyraizy]

I just love these series. Need make moreeee

[jclfsfg]

This guys love and passion for the food and what he does makes him more than deserving of that Michelin star

[mikeh]

Wow, I'd love to try this tasting menu. I'm far away now but will remember this.

[davidh]

Another restaurant to add to my travel list. Very nice!

[GrandPrizeFitnesAJAY]

Five minutes in, and I'm learning how to properly store fish for cooking. Thanks!!!!