If you've seen the movie, Casablanca - and liked it - you will love the restaurant. The owners…read moreCarlos and Ivonne are wonderful people. The waitstaff is outstanding. The bar is beautiful and well-stocked with every kind of tequila imaginable; you can wait there for your table. (Carlos has even authored a novel entitled Tequila). There is entertainment most evenings. A separate tequila cart moves around the restaurant for your convenience and enjoyment. Margaritas mixed at your table! We've enjoyed delicious food - and freshly made tortillas (two señoras at a grill right in the middle of the restaurant) - over some 20 years. The ambience is reminiscent of Rick's Café Americain from the movie. Be sure to examine each of the photos on the website. There is Casablanca paraphernalia everywhere - on the walls, ceilings and bathrooms. A life-sized statue of Humphrey Bogart is enclosed in glass. A mural of Rick's Café on one wall includes Carlos and Ivonne sitting at one of the tables. If that's not a good reference, I don't know what is!

Time really does fly…read more After more than 35 years, I finally made it back to Casa Blanca Restaurant in Venice Beach and it felt like stepping back in time. Some places lose their magic. This isn't one of them. The atmosphere still has that classic charm, the food is just as satisfying, and one of the best traditions is still alive: watching fresh, hot tortillas being made right in front of you. The service is still warm, friendly, and welcoming. In a city where so much changes, it's refreshing to see a place that has stood the test of time and continues to deliver a great experience. Here's to the restaurants that become part of our memories and keep making new ones for generations.

I Love this place. Parking can get rough, but it is worth it…read more I usually come for the nachos, chips and salsa, margaritas and beer. When I do get the food, it is great too. Great atmosphere right near the Venice Pier.

Another fantastic happy hour at Baja. Beer for me and delicious marg flight for my lady. Top tip:…read morethe flight is $15 on Thursdays (usually $27). Also had a couple fantastic tacos, and as always, free chips and salsa! Service was fast and friendly too. They've done some remodeling and the feel is chill and elegant. Glad they got rid of the sand covered outdoor area. Felt like I was sitting in a giant cat box.

Such a wonderful Father's Day dinner. Great food. Great service…read more We left a pair of sunglasses and didn't notice till 3 days later. When I called they found them. Parking can be a challenge but worth a great quality meal.

I just have to give a shout-out to Francisco Cruz at La Cabaña in Venice. I went there for lunch…read morewith my wife, and we both loved it. He made us feel right at home--like we were just hanging out with friends. He helped us pick out the food, the drinks--especially a delicious beer he served us--and he was super friendly. We even talked about soccer! The food was incredible--the guacamole, the tacos he recommended, and those garlic shrimp were just amazing. And on top of that, the price was super reasonable for a Chilean on vacation. I'm so grateful--I've been to a lot of Mexican places, but this is the first one that really made me feel at home. My wife was also completely enchanted!

We were so excited to try this neighborhood spot and walked there on a beautiful early evening,…read morehoping we had found a local hidden gem for Mexican food. Unfortunately, the experience was incredibly disappointing. After getting settled, I was questioned about my service dog simply for trying to use the restroom, and after reluctantly having to explain and describe the service she provides, the interaction turned mocking and dismissive. As someone who has lived in this community for over twenty years, it's disheartening that people with service animals still have to endure this kind of treatment and judgment. To make matters worse, the restaurant was nearly empty, the food was mediocre at best, and the overall experience felt far more like a TSA screening than hospitality. I'll gladly stick to Lula's on Main for similar quality food without the judgment, interrogation, or embarrassment.

The food, service and ambiance are all wonderful. I love the tacos (any kind), tostada and agua…read morefrescas. The dining room is calm and cozy. The prices are reasonable. I would go back again and again.

Friday 12 my wife and I went to Sol Agave for Mexican food. The food was excellent. However, the…read morewaitress's (with eyeglasses women) service terrible she ignored us and was busy with her phone qnd EarPods totally unprofessional. I often go to the restaurant but it's the first time this has happened to me with that waitress.

Sol Agave is a spectacular spot for an afternoon happy hour in Santa Monica. Me & my gf stopped by…read moreas soon as we landed and they did not disappoint. We ordered the margarita flight, ceviche, flautas, and calamari. The margaritas were very flavorful while each one had its own unique taste. As far as the entrees my favorite was the flautas, and my gf really enjoyed the octopus. Also our server was outstanding! I am recommending this restaurant to everyone.

This was our go to brunch place. Came today and it was closed…read more My wife and I are heartbroken. We would like to thank the amazing staff and manager. We will miss you.

Kalaveras Marina del Rey continues to be one of my favorite Taco Tuesday spots. We've been here…read moretwice in the last couple of weeks, and every visit reminds me why it stays so busy. Taco Tuesday is always packed, but the staff does an impressive job keeping things moving. The process is simple--you get your ticket and the team serving the tacos does most of the heavy lifting. Even with the crowds, service has consistently been fast, efficient, and attentive. The food is very good, and the energy is always lively. My most recent visit was no different. Everything ran smoothly, the tacos were great, and our servers stayed on top of things throughout the meal. The only odd part of the evening happened as we were getting ready to leave. I stopped by the bar and asked the bartender for a cup of ice. He acknowledged me but never came back with it. While I was waiting, another guest next to me mentioned he was also having trouble getting service at the bar, while other customers appeared to be getting helped. I don't know the circumstances and don't want to make assumptions about why that happened, but it definitely felt strange. After waiting several minutes, I went back to my original server and she had the ice for me in about a minute, which reinforced my overall impression that the service team is generally very attentive. I don't like pretentious bartenders and I know their job is busy as heck. That again felt weird. Despite that one awkward interaction, the overall experience was excellent. Great tacos, a fun atmosphere, and a staff that usually does a fantastic job handling the Taco Tuesday rush. I'll definitely be back.

Food safety is so important these days so you can imagine my surprise when I mention a simple…read moreoversight to their personnel about securing their food for delivery so that drivers cannot "dip into it" as well as making it secure for drivers to pick up without the bag opening up and the food falling to the ground is met with resistance. "Hoda" saw things differently -- she would not secure bags as every single other restaurant in the country does. No, she would be a rebel and leave those bags loosely tied, inviting drivers to help themselves to whatever was inside. And if food happened to fall out of the bag onto the ground after pickup? Well, it's the driver's responsibility after pickup so more than likely, the food goes back into the bag. Anyone who cares so little about food security should not be working in food service. It makes me wonder what ELSE she doesn't care about...

Stopped by as it's close to the beach and there was no line. Menu is on a board and when I had…read morequestions, the cashier couldn't explain what the ceviche tostada consisted of. I ordered it anyway. Here's what it had: Ceviche tostada- $12 overpriced tostada. Beans with fish? Lots of cabbage tossed on top. Served with 2 additional tostadas tortillas for some reason. Probably to eat all the cabbage. 1 star for this. Carnitas soft taco- meat was good but did you have to top it with a billion onions? 3 stars for this taco. Overall- I didn't like my order.

El Tarasco Burrito is located at 109 Washington Blvd in Venice and is the quintessential local's…read morechoice for Mexican food to best takeout. They provide both indoor and outdoor dining while I always takeout. Gicela is a great worker and provides excellent service. Today I ordered the MIXTED ($20) and a side of Rice ($5.25) and with a $6 Tip the total was $33.71. I have lived in the neighborhood almost 35 years and El Tarasco has been a staple of my diet for decades! If you're local and love Mexican and some great Salsa, El Tarasco is the place. There number is (310) 306-8552. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I've been coming to El Tarasco for over 30 years and it's consistently one of the best casual…read moreMexican places in the area. They have seating but the vibe is more take out. Recently, I prefer Chihuahua down the street but they're closed Sunday and I needed a burrito fix. Wife and I shared a Super Deluxe with carnitas. Half was plenty of food. Good thing, as it was a shocking $18 before tax and tip. I think the big burritos were more like $12 not too long ago. Also, bit down on a piece of pork bone. At least that tells you it's made from scratch! Delicious food, and the Folks were fast and friendly too.