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    La Nena Cantina

    4.5 (71 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Fortaleza reposado
    Graham O.

    Had to stop by my favorite margarita and Mexican food spot in Malibu while I was driving through. Alex and Kevin are great bartenders who not only make great drinks but provide great service. Food is great love the quesabirria tacos but the menu has so many options everyone can find something they enjoy. Must try spot if you're in Malibu!!

    Asada Fajitas
    Juan P.

    Stopped in at La Nena over the weekend for dinner. Had the hard shrimp tacos. Very tasty, loved the garnish, great combination of flavors. Wife had the carne asada fajitas. We were in a rush and let the server know that we're in a hurry, food came out timely, we ate and were on our way. We didn't stay long but did take in the restaurant and the environment, nicely done. It was later in the evening, people were still coming in. So it must be a popular spot.

    Ceviche de pescado
    Kassandra S.

    Such great quality food for a great price! Came across them gem after Zumba hike and ordered the ceviche de pescada which was the perfect balance of fish and lime! we also got the guac that we didn't know came with a while presentation! That was a pleasant surprise The ambiance was casual fancy & the interior was beautiful! We came from a hike and were sat down quickly without a reservation

    Georgie T.

    This was literally the best salad I have ever eaten in my life. Seared tuna salad + aquilita drink. Wow.

    Queso something taco. Amazing
    Beth s.

    I love this restaurant. It has such a nice casual Malibu vibe. The tacos are excellent too!

    Michelada & Street Corn
    Laundry 1.

    Would go back again for my next meal! We loved our waiter, Efrain ... gave us excellent menu recommendations. Give the Michelada a go & if you like heat, go for the Pozole!

    Grilled & fried fish tacos! Delicious!
    Rose A.

    Absolutely delicious! Loved the ambience and decor! The service from Rafael at the bar was top notch! He was friendly & knowledgeable of the menu! First time here on a busy Sunday evening & happy to have found two seats at the bar! The fish, mole, Chile relleno & carnitas tacos were absolutely tasty! We enjoyed every bite! My Paloma was perfectly delicious too! A week later I made reservations & we returned with our best friends! They loved it just as much! Definitely my new favorite!

    Paloma and margarita
    Mimi S.

    Went midweek for dinner. Pretty crowded but a short wait. Fast and friendly service! Drinks, appetizers and dinner all delicious!

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    Amazing food, service and ambiance. Highly recommend for date nights, family outings, or even solo! Always a 10/10 in my book!!

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    Great Mexican food and ambiance, mariachi during Sunday brunch. Feels like traveling to mexico .

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    6.6 mi
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    Consistently great food…read more Do friendly on the outside patio. Great service and atmosphere.

    Make this your go‑to happy hour/tapas spot in Malibu! We came to this strip‑mall area to pick up a…read morefew things at Ralphs for our trip and spotted Zinqué. It looked cute, had plenty of people, dogs on the patio, and we were craving a light bite -- so we thought, why not? I love when an unexpected dining experience hits and completely exceeds your expectations, and Zinqué did exactly that. We arrived at the perfect time: happy hour. Both of our drinks were included, and they offered a deal on any three tapas. We tried the deviled eggs, chicken wings, and burrata pizza -- each one was elegantly plated, packed with flavor, and exactly what we needed. Their drink menu is extensive, with tons of happy‑hour options. I especially appreciated their long wine list and that they clearly mark which wines are organic, natural, or biodynamic -- something I always look for and can be hard to spot on menus. Service was excellent. Our server was friendly, attentive, and even chatted with us for a bit. The space is beautiful, dog‑friendly, and has a great outdoor patio. Inside, there's a cozy lounge‑style area in the back and a half‑circle bar. They also offer Wi‑Fi, making it a great spot to get some work done while enjoying a drink. On the way out, I noticed they have a connected store and café with home goods, kitchen items, artisanal snacks, cheeses, wines, and even an espresso bar. It was so fun to browse and grab a lovely bottle of wine to go. A perfect, unexpected Malibu find -- we'll definitely be back.

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