This place was great! Came here with a friend after watching a movie & their drinks are so good! We both got strawberry margaritas, one frozen/one regular. Both were super good. We also both got tacos to eat, I got two fish tacos (one shrimp) and they were delicious. I definitely recommend the tacos de camaros if you're eating fish. The service was great too, we got sat right away and their chips & salsa comes with two different salsas which I really like. The server did take a while to check up on us but it gave us a chance to talk and catch up, so I didn't mind. Just something to keep in mind for the future. Overall the restaraunt is beautiful and very photo-worthy. The bathrooms sort of feel like airplane bathrooms but other than that, everything was perfect. read more

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We had the mariachi Sunday brunch buffet. As soon as we walked in manager Adelmo greeted and welcomed us and guided us to our table not before asking about indoors or outside for preferred comfort. Attention felt right, he invited us to give us a tour to the great selection of various foods, as he learnt it was our first time visiting this place. Food looks amazing, the chicharron and ribs from the taco/quesadilla station made drool. Then proceeded inside to find the soups; pozole, menudo and frijoles charros. The selection inside didn't seem to be enormous, but as we were shown what was inside the buffet, i already knew what I wanted. It went from moles to enchiladas, pescado a la diabla, costillitas de res. Quiality seem top. Finally they had the ceviche section, the aguachile was spicy, but that spicy where you wanna keep having more. Finally dessert section. The cake was very delicious and the arroz con leche almost as good as my own (Management please include flan. I love flan). Brunch does include aguas frescas and hot drink cafe de olla and mexican hot chocolate. I did try agua de maracuya and their cafe de olla but I honestly sticked more towards the bottomless bubbly mimosas they also offer. It was a great Sunday morning. PS. They have parking available for their costumer. PS2. Come with an empty stomach. You will need all the capicity to try to sample every thing they've got read more

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Had a terrific time, lunch with family. Service was exceptional. Food was great, generous portions. The home-made tortillas were amazing. The flan was delish. The only minus was the noise level. The fact that it's a sports bar as well as a restaurant may appeal to some. read more

Excellent happy hour menu. Great drinks and tacos. The corn tortillas are handmade. They tasted fresh. We tried the carnitas, asada, pollo, and pastor tacos. The carnitas were the best hands down. Very tender. However all meats were so good. The ceviche was very spicy but delicious. If you like spicy, then it's good. You can't stop eating it. The birria was also good. Everything we ordered was yummy. The drinks were not as strong, they could have been stronger. I would return for the happy hour. read more

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Restaurant was a gem! Super clean and very cute decor - perfect for a date night. I tried the Adelita drink which was a pineapple and lime margarita. It was tangy but delicious and did its job! We started the meal with guacamole, which we quickly found out was A LOT for two people. Nonetheless, we devoured it & it was delish. We then shared the 5 taco sampler plate and added the pork belly taco (which was by far our favorite). The Al pastor was a close second with a lot of flavor and topped with pineapple. Server was super friendly! read more

La Nena Cantina - Guacamole - Beer Bar Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our first time here and we're already planning a return trip! We arrived around 5:30 PM and were seated in a cozy booth right by the mural. It was quiet at first, but by 6:00 PM the energy really picked up--the place was packed, lively, and fun. The service really stood out. Our waitress, Nayeli, was superb--friendly and attentive. We also noticed the manager, Adelmo, making a point to chat with every table to ensure everyone was having a great experience. As for the food: it's a must. The tortilla soup was a great start, and my quesabirria tacos were the bomb. Even my wife, who is quite picky, loved her vegan tacos. We finished with cafe de olla and tres leches, which were the perfect ending. Tip: They offer validated parking at the Paramount Square garage (enter on Gower or El Centro). Overall, a cool ambiance where you're made to feel truly welcome. read more

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The food is great!! the Molcajete is a must, the steak surprised me, and don't skip the fried ice cream. Amazing cocktails and an unbeatable happy hour, with a fun staff. New kids on the block right across the street from Sunset Rooftop with immaculate vibes. This place is for sure one of a kind. They have an ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET BRUNCH TOO THAT IS THE BEST EVER!! LIVE TACO BAR read more

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Food selection was great. I had a small gathering for my brother's birthday and service was spot on! Only reason for 4-stars is that they don't have a kids menu for my no-sabo kids, I think a nice cheese quesadilla and/or side of rice would have been nice, instead I had to give my kids a scoop of ice cream which I guess they were happy about but we all got to see them have desert for lunch. Some improvement there could bring in more families with kids. read more

We had an amazing experience celebrating my son and my stepdad's birthdays here. The food was incredible, especially the table side guacamole and the seafood molcajete, and the cocktails were absolutely tasty. The staff went above and beyond with their service. They were so welcoming and even let us bring our own cakes, joining in with us to sing happy birthday. The setup was perfect for a celebration. They sat us at a nice, big table in an area that felt private for our group. As a great bonus, they have family restrooms, which made the logistics of a family gathering much easier. This is an excellent spot for great food, drinks, and memorable celebrations. read more

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Great location! Cute on the inside! The service was great! The staff was very friendly and attentive from the moment I walked in! The guac was great! The presentation was cute and it came with all the toppings including an authentic bowl. Definitely a highlight! However, the food on the main course was mid. I ordered the chicken fajitas. The chicken was good but the rice and beans had zero flavor. The beans were refried and pretty dry. The bellies, onions and tomatoes has no flavor and seemed a little undercooked. I ordered one crispy taco on the side. Loved the crunch shell but the meat had no flavor. I ordered the watermelon drink and it was great! The presentation was lovely. Even though the food was mid, the service was good which is rare in Hollywood and why I have it a higher review. Street parking available. read more

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Love the vibes here and great service. Great tasty drinks and a good selection of tequilas. Finally took advantage of taco Tuesday and it was pretty good. read more

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I'm honestly shocked I haven't reviewed La Nena Cantina yet..because every experience I've had here has been great. We usually stop by whenever we're in the area, and each time the food just hits! Beautiful interior, the service is always on point and let's not forget the food. It's so good. I usually order the taco tasting, and I can't say enough about their green salsa. I could honestly just eat that with chips and be happy! I also always get the cucumber jalapeño margarita, and you can definitely tell everything is made in house with fresh, natural ingredients which makes it even better. My boyfriend usually orders the mole, and he absolutely loves it. This time, we ended our meal with their fried ice cream, and it was sooo good! definitely big enough to share between two people. I'm a sucker for fried ice cream, and this one definitely was the cherry one top. It was such a good way to end our meal. Overall, it's a super solid spot that never disappoints. read more

My friend had been telling me about this place for a while, so we finally decided to go and check it out, we were not disappointed! We arrived at the start of happy hour when it wasn't very busy and received excellent service directly from the manager! We noticed the elegant decor right away and found a very comfortable booth to relax in. While I prefer a craft beer, the selection of Mexican beers were pretty decent and the skinny margaritas that came to our table were excellent. I was surprised at the size of my nachos, as it was larger than expected, in such a very good way! The two ceviche's were very tasty and fresh and hit the spot as well. This looks like a place where just about anything you order will be delicious! We enjoyed our visit and it was made extra special by the managers, kind attention, already looking forward to returning! read more

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A lovely authentic upscale Mexican restaurant in Hollywood. The service and food was up to par in my experience. My server Lucero was attentive and kept a conversation going while accommodating me. She was pleasant to talk to! Here I was given complimentary chips and salsa to start. I love a good green salsa...anything green has my heart haha! I ordered small bites and a drink to complete my taste. The pollo mole taco was so fire! Their tortillas are handmade so please consider when ordering, a variety to choose from. Their plates are designed as Mexican traditional themes which made me feel like I was honoring my roots. I found out they offer Happy hour, brunch and a live mariachi band weekly. I believe the mariachi band is live on Friday evenings and during brunch hours. My Latinas would love it here. I will be back to check out the mariachi hype during the weekend. read more

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Pretty place. Probably great to go if you're deaf or like to eat as if you're in a club - Music was incredibly loud. Server was polite, but we ordered 2 tacos and it took 25 minutes to get them. read more

Good food (came out fast), good service, good ambiance. Would come again. .................,,,.,,, read more

We were around the area and saw this with really good overall review rating. And from the photos the place looks really nice. Another plus is we didn't have a hard time looking for parking. There was another one we wanted to try but couldn't find anywhere to park. Once we got in, we liked the decor and the ambience. It was nice and cozy. We were attended to right away and seated. The waiter was nice and friendly. The food, however, didn't quite hit the mark. We ordered the esquites which I enjoyed. Another one I enjoyed is the pork belly taco. The tiradito de hamachi is drowning in sauce which is too watery that I think diluted the taste. And the chile relleno plate is a litte bland. Even the salsas and the chips are bland for my taste. For drinks I had the mezcalita which was okay. All in all I feel that the food in general is lacking in taste. There are a lot more other food places to try if we're back in the area. I don't we'd be back. read more

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The food was delicious, the happy hour menu is an great deal. The bar was lively and friendly, as was all of the staff. Highly recommend the churros, they are stuffed with a dulce de leche like cream. Super unique and the most tasty ones I've had! read more

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Both vegan tacos were amazing; Vegano with beans and Vegano Baja with breaded cauliflower! read more

La Nena Cantina - Vegan Tacos - Beer Bar Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We needed a quick place to eat before attending a concert at the Hollywood Palladium. Thai is areal quick walk a block over from the venue. Nice looking location. Modern and could be a great date night spot. Decent bar selection. It was taco Tuesday so landed the extra score realizing that. They seated us right away, with the two of looking to make a quick run of th place we opted for the bar. Dove right into the Flaco Margarita and Mango Margarita. Over the course of the night the 1st Flaco was a win, the second came out much more on the sour side. For an opening appearance we did the nachos. You get some free chips while you wait. The green salsa was excellent, the red was more of a mole. The extra chips came in handy for the nachos. The pork was our add and tasty. Bartender recommended the steak but my wife doesn't eat it. Foreshadowing, the steak is great (think tacos). Came with fresh guac, the seem to do table side guac as well. The beans at the bottom the nachos were a solid add. Grabbed steak and chicken tacos for our main. The chicken was good. However, the steak was where is was at, so tasty. Between the 3 meats I tried #1 steak, #2 pork & #3 chicken. read more

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First off, I do wanted to love this place. It looked cool outside and in. Now comes the part that the place doesn't want to hear. Less is more. Ordered the Tiradito De Hamachi. Drowned in some like soy sauce looking thing with oil. Esquites was ok, but a little salty. Had a taco pork belly which was good and chili relleno, which again was slightly saucy. They say be genuine to yourself. This is a Mexican place with waitstaff to go along with. But to me, it didn't taste genuine. It felt like a forced. I believe this place is fairly new so there's definitely some runway to improve. The vibe is great, but food needs some work. Not that it isn't decent, it is. Just would be better if it was as a genuine Mexican resto with an awesome vibe to boot! Verdict - dunno. Perplexed. read more

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Quick update....had our company holiday party! It's great for celebrations and big groups, and EVERYONE enjoyed the food! The Cafe de olla and hot chocolate were a hit, tasting like they were freshly made in Mexico and perfectly sweetened. Diners raved about the delicious handmade tortillas, made-to-order omelettes, and delicious pozole, my personal favorite. The service is great--friendly and attentive! And a special shout out to Adelmo and all their fantastic staff for making it memorable! read more

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This was an amazing good time. Lots went well. They gathered a table for us to gather it. I think they were about 17 of us or less, and there was not a long wait. The food was amazing. The staff was gracious, entertaining, very helpful and conscientious. I did have one experience that I needed to bring attention to was the fact that I was ordering the tacos, whichever great by the way, however I wanted to know if this was the only item that I would get with the order and there was a missed opportunity to let me know that there were other items on the menu with the tacos that I could order that came with the rice and beans cause you can have Mexican and not have rice and beans as a side, you know what I mean and so I did call that to my servers attention to make her aware of that when I was asking. I asked her was she aware of this option? This was an opportunity and I didn't wanna have to pay additional for those items when it's on the menu. It was 30 bucks and what I was purchasing was nine dollars each so she graciously offered to add those items at no cost and that made my heart smile and we were good. I only knew it was an option because I saw someone else plate and it came on the plate so I'm like wait a minute what did I miss? We're all good. I'm happy. My food was great. I got it with no cheese. I don't really eat dairy, but I will for some things that is worth it. The ambience was amazing. It's really light filled as you could see by some of the photos of great photo taking opportunities. They're very kind of trendy and bright lots of glass. We can see out the windows with the sunshine through and it was such a treat that they prepared our guacamole right there at the table. Now the Donald side of saying and this happened in other establishment that we attended to we're all business owners and ideally, we need to have separate checks for our expenses and when there is a large party, I believe there is a missed opportunity for restaurants that don't honor taking your order separately you could get a bigger tip. You could also just include the 20% on each individuals order you get the same same difference, but better outcomes.. So we could only separate our order which was a large order but among three credit cards that creates a lot of tanks for folks and just this is not a good look it's not that efficient as they think it is or whatever the reason you may be. I'm making assumptions here cause I didn't ask but it's happened three times so I'm not happy about it so what ended up happening? One person pay the entire bill and we had to cash app Apple Pay Zelle Venmo our funds to them so that just puts more weight on our part to keep up with that transaction in a separate manner than being on our business credit card per se. I would definitely go back again and again actually it's probably been my second second time there when I visited for these types of events. Bathrooms were divine in a treat and all gender that's always a plus and as you can see, I did a photo shoot in the stall, which felt like Lyka really like a bathroom and one's home again I'm always gonna tell you that the cleanliness of a bathroom tells me a lot about the cleanliness of the restaurant and where they're preparing the food that their intentional about it. They get Five Stars on all fronts from me. I apologize for any grammatical errors as I am speaking into the chat box or you would never get this review. read more

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Tried this place for the first time tonight and it exceeded my expectations! Arrived a bit late and they were still happy to accommodate me, were very friendly, and didn't make me feel rushed. Service and atmosphere was 10/10 The food was amazing! They mix the guacamole in front of you and add, or don't add things like onions, cilantro, onion juice, jalapeños, tomato according to your personal preference. I wanted mole cheese enchiladas which weren't specifically listed on the menu but they were happy to accommodate me and make that for me which was super awesome! Food was 10/10 I had the melon margarita and it was so delicious! Definitely in the top of favorite margaritas I have had and I am picky! The flavors were amazing in this margarita and the tajin rim added that nice little twist! Drinks 10/10 The tres leches cake was delicious! I would definitely return here and would definitely recommend this place to friends and family! read more

La Nena Cantina - Tres leches cake - Beer Bar Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tried this restaurant for the 1st time and it exceeded all my expectations. Typically most restaurants in Hollywood area lack flavor when it comes to Mexican cuisine. However, the food here was delicious. From their food, dessert, and drinks. Our waiter was attentive and made sure we felt at home. All staff members were nice. I've never experienced any type of customer service where all members were attentive. We went on a Sunday and were able to enjoy live Mariachi. Place is perfect for a family or friends outing as it is very lively and fun. Great place, great food, and great service! read more

La Niña Cantina is a fantastic newer spot that has gone in on Sunset Boulevard in their vinyl digital media district. Is it a high energy opening kind space with beautiful design and Harkins that of Mexico City itself. Unlike the previous spot, there's an easier walking flow to this restaurant just put to its best use during their weekend brunches that I definitely recommend a reservation for. During the week I recommend a duo or trio of tacos, ranging from vegan to fried fish. The skinny or Flaca margarita is a phenomenal addition to that as well as chips and their massive tableside served guacamole. It is probably the largest and most memorable guacamole experiences in all of Los Angeles. After the weekends, we are talking live mariachi band people. Such a great vibe and many stations are included in your ticket, price dessert, juices, coffee, and various versions of a taco and burrito bars. This place is great whether it be for upbeat loving date night. Or a weekend bottle of mimosa or bottomless margarita fun experience. Thank you everybody for what you do. We love your spot and will definitely make it part of our weekly and weekend dining repertoire. read more

La Nena Cantina - Fun open and great energy - Beer Bar Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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So good and affordable! We got the guac, elotes, Baja + carne asada tacos, and a paloma--10/10 across the board. Service was great too. Pro tip: street parking on Selma read more

I ordered take out, their fish ceviche & their shrimp ceviche. Quality very good. But the taste just wasn't there. But it looks like they have a extensive menu so maybe ill get something else next time. read more

We were looking for a place close to the Pantages theater. We stumbled upon the cutest Mexican spot with bougie vibes. We were greeted with a great smile and preferential seating. We started with the Mezcal drinks that were outrageously good ! I ordered the Mezcal Maracuya made with Mezcal Cielo, Passion Fruit, Lime Juice, and Agave. My sister ordered Mezcalita de Jamaica featuring Santo Gusano, Hibiscus Reduction, Lime Juice, Agave and Syrup. We both agreed that our drinks were refreshing , smokey and tasty! The real star of the show were the tacos ! My sister had the gobernador and Baja that she said were crispy and savory. I the tacos Rib Eye that were 3 handmade tortilla grilled marinated Rib Eye, red onion, cilantro with rice and beans. I absolutely enjoyed every bite the meat was juicy and the full of flavor, i also added a hot salsa that they made with habanero and wow...it was delicious with a kick ! I will be back for the Sunday brunch with mariachi and the happy hour everyday from 3-6 on select teams like tacos, nachos and drinks; looks like a good time on a budget. read more

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The food was better than I expected! I came to watch a comedy show at the Palladium & decided to get food nearby with my husband. I am always skeptical about trying Mexican food in busy and modern cities. However the food was delicious, I got 3 carne asada tacos, 1 carnitas & 1 pastor. They were all amazingly good! My husband got the healthy bowl & plantains. He was full & loved every bit! The portions are generous & the service was really good. The only small "complaint" (I hate to call it that) is that the music did not match the Mexican restaurant theme. I understand that there are people of different backgrounds who visit this place, but I would have loved to listen to some Spanish music. Plus it was Cinco de Mayo! Overall, great place, great food.. definitely recommend. read more

Annoyed that they have happy hour prices at the bar, but a higher set of prices if you get a table. Annoyed.

Checked out this place after checking out the great reviews. And it did not disappoint. Food was delicious. The tacos had good amount of meats on them. The rice was so good and authentic. The salsas were fresh. The place has great lighting and ambiance. We will be back. read more

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Best new local spot on sunset! The staff are all super friendly and attentive, the food is all super delicious, but the highlight is the frozen margarita!! So yummy, not super sweet and definitely well made! I highly recommended you go to their Sunday brunch to try a little of everything they have to offer. read more

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Great Happy Hour! The guacamole was really good, but needed a bit of salt! We also had carnitas tacos, asada tacos, chicken and cheese enchiladas, and shredded chicken and shredded beef crunchy tacos. Everything was delicious! Bartender was not super attentive, and there was a group next to us that was way loud but it was a nice time. The group by us were the Mariachi's, so it was strange that they were at the bar and super inappropriate. Assuming they played during brunch (we arrived after), and they were representing the restaurant, there should have been more respect shown. read more

I don't know why a lot of restaurants close so early in Hollywood but lucky for me la nena was still opened on a Monday afternoon. I was taken care by Arturo, very humble and sweet guy. He made a few jokes when i was being indecisive with what to orden but needless to say Arturo gave me and my friend friendly, great customer service. It was my first time at la nena and definitely looking to come back soon. I live like a 10 min walk so it's officially one of my fav local spots. read more

Five of us came in for their special mariachi brunch last weekend, and we had such a great time. They had tons of food options, but my absolute favorite was the quesadilla and taco stand outside -- so fresh and delicious. The whole place had a super fun vibe. You could tell everyone there was having a hoot! It was pretty packed and the space isn't huge, so it did feel a bit crowded at times, but everything was clean and well managed. Our waitress, Nayeli, was incredible. So patient, attentive, and genuinely kind. She really added to the experience. Overall, definitely recommend popping by if you're into mariachi, great drinks, and a solid brunch buffet. There was tons of street parking read more

La Nena Cantina - Beer Bar Near Me - Los Angeles, California

La Nena in Hollywood has really stepped its game up. The food has gotten noticeably better, and their Taco Tuesday and happy hour are a great deal for the neighborhood. Service is friendly and consistent, making it an easy spot to swing by. read more

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First time diner, and this place did not disappoint. The drinks were fantastic, and the food was authentic, creative and very good. We will be returning on our next trip to Los Angeles. Worth the drive and they have great parking. The restaurant is beautiful inside. read more

Fabulous happy hour drinks and food, and walking distance from the Pantages. Will definitely be back before another show!

This place is gorgeous . The decor and food are much more sophisticated and high-end than the usual "Mexican" fare in Hollywood. Service is friendly and the mariachi band, when they have it, is fantastic . The drinks are fresh and delicious. The trio of ceviches is a standout. The guacamole is made tableside. It's just lovely. Just go, I really want this place to stay in business... read more