Wendy H.

Came here on a whim and there was happy hour. The drinks were delightful. We ordered guacamole, ceviche, street corn and ahi tuna. All the food was delicious. Only weird thing we experienced was being there at 5:30pm, the restaurant was empty and we still had to wait 30mins because of reservations. We were just grabbing a quick bite since we were there for a comedy show at the Dolby theatre. So we sat at the bar and fortunately was able to move 10mins in.

Tash M.

Perfect ending for my night at the Hollywood bowl!! I realized that I had a major bout of munchies after enjoying the sublime and superior sounds of the LA Phil performing Tchaikovsky and Beethoven. So I stopped by La Popular and I'm so glad I did. There is a late night happy hour menu and a really nice patio that is the repurposed space of the old CPK that used to be here. Tamara on service went the extra step and made sure my queso FUNdido was loaded with chiles, and the pineapple mango margarita was quite tasty as well! Flour tortillas that came with had a nice char. Perfect ending to a perfect night. And bonus- your parking at ovation will be validated!!

Samantha Z.

Amazingggg restaurant!! And in the heart of Hollywood, beautiful very cool location Spectacular food, the tacos are absolutely to die for! Even the rice and beans are heaven Cocktails delicious And the service is soo on point! Corrine my server (I'm so sorry if I misspelled that) is soo sweet, cute and just great and Mia my bartender is amazing as well! Everyone has to try this restaurant if not once but daily! They have amazing deals, happy hour 3-6 and late night happy hour 9- close everyday! Plus lunch deals and taco Tuesday Definitely my favorite restaurant in Hollywood

Nooshi B.

Yay for La Popular! I had this place bookmarked and finally tried it today, leaving very satisfied. Hubby and I originally came for Happy Hour, but once we realized it was also DineLA, we opted for that instead. I grabbed their LP margarita and hubby had a couple of draft Modelos. For food, I had the guacamole and their Corn off the Cob salad with chicken. My husband had their Chicken Tortilla Soup along with a Chicken Burrito. The food was fresh and tasted great. Portions were size-able and their outdoor patio is nice. Service was great and I hope this place sticks around. I look forward to coming back for brunch!

Aaron O.

A great location (beautiful outside patio and view), and a seriously awesome happy hour. We stopped by recently for some tacos at happy hour and to give the place a try. It was our first time over at La Popular, and I expect we'll be back again soon for more happy hour, or their Taco Tuesday. We got the queso fundido, 2 each of the ribeye tacos, and 1 each of the chicken tinga. We particularly loved the tacos (and the ribeye was the standout for me in particular - I could have eaten those all day). The queso fundido was delish, and my only complaint is the portion's on the smaller side, and it was so tasty we were through it in two seconds. The chicken tinga tacos were good overall, but didn't stand out to me, so next time, I'd stick with the ribeye. Service was great, and the ambiance was as well. The Ovation is one of our favorite regular hangs, and this is a great place to spend the afternoon while we're there.

Xhana N.

We had a chance to try La Popular last month on a Saturday night before a great concert at the Dolby Theatre. This was my first time visiting the Ovation complex. I had not been to the complex since it was still Hollywood & Highland. I looked for dining options ahead of time and made a reservation for the relatively new restaurant. The evening was a rainy one, so we headed out to the restaurant early in case of extra traffic. Upon our early arrival, we were greeted by Nia. She was going to seat us at a high-top table, but when I told her that one of us had a recent back surgery and tall chairs were difficult, she seated us at a regular table which was very appreciated. Emirhan was our server, and he walked us through the menus and let us know that happy hour was available in the full restaurant, not just the bar. We ordered some items from the happy hour menu along with the regular menu. Throughout the night, the restaurant filled up with customers and the vibe was lively. Various staff, including Alejandro, were very attentive and made sure that we had what we needed. Although we didn't take advantage of it, we were intrigued by the tequila cart. Mia was managing it and let us know that it was available on Thursdays through Saturdays. We'll definitely keep that in mind for future visits. The food was good, and the service was excellent. We will definitely keep La Popular in mind for future visits when we are in the area.

Evan W.

By unexpected circumstances, I found myself at The Ovation (formerly Hollywood & Highland) at lunchtime on Sunday, and decided to try the relatively new Mexican restaurant, La Popular. It's a very well appointed venue that's nicely laid out, with an airy patio and a stylish indoor dining room boasting comfortable tables and bar seats for the taking. Kudos, too, on the unusual-but-very-appealing black utensils, which add an extra touch of the Dio De Los Muertos feel that's quite a bit of fun. I was alone, so opted to sit at the bar, where I was well-taken-care-of by Kelsey, a friendly bartender who made good conversation while getting me what I needed and doing prep for what she expected to be a very busy happy hour. Per their own invocation, the menu features familiar, popular Mexican (American?) items that are "an elevated take on straightforward dishes." This means that everything on the menu is something you can get at hundreds of other places around Los Angeles, yet we should be prepared to be wowed by the execution of said classics. Well, not so much. The brunch menu was still available, so I ordered the Breakfast Enchiladas, adding chorizo for a slight up-charge. I was served an artistically plated trio of enchiladas, nicely adorned with sour cream and guacamole, as well as green sauce. Inside the enchiladas were scrambled eggs, a tad of crispy chorizo, a touch of cheese, and lots, and lots, and lots of beans. These were essentially bean enchiladas "garnished" with the breakfast ingredients, which was quite disappointing. I deconstructed one enchilada and, when separated out, the egg, chorizo and cheese had a pleasant flavor -- but as presented, those 3 items disappeared under the overly-abundant beans and the thick corn tortillas. It didn't work. They also offer a breakfast burrito, and I wonder if the portioning of ingredients is more successful in that format. Overall, the experience was pleasant because of Kelsey and the generally lovely venue, but the food in no way lived up to their claims of "elevated" Mexican fare.

Jon N.

Pretty solid choice for a meal before a show at Dolby Theater last night. It's a pretty cool looking place, although a bit of an odd layout. We had to sit in the bar during a super cowded service. Patrick took good care of us, but the place seemed overwhelmed. My starter salad came out with my entree. Food was good, but everything had temperature issues (cold), which was a drag. If hot, I'd have enjoyed it more. My wife had a combo with 2 VERY small enchiladas and a small taco. It came with beans and rice. She was pleased with amount of food, but I'd have still been hungry. I had Chicken Mole Poblano which was tasty. Came with beans and rice. Also, I got a Chopped Salad that was fresh but a little bit of a one-note affair. Finshed with a butter cake that was really good and benefited being served cold. Drinks were good, but really took a long time to arrive. It was really a 3-3.5 star visit, but I feel like it might be better if they weren't as busy, or had more staff.

Clark H.

At first glance, this place looks closed. Seriously--if the door isn't propped open, it gives full "nobody's home" energy. But try the door (I did), and sure enough, they were open. This is easily the best spot in the area for cheap drinks with chips and salsa. Do NOT go to the crack-den-vibes Mr. Tempo. La Popular is where you want to be. They've got both regular happy hour and late-night happy hour. We ordered two drinks, plus queso, chips, and salsa, and the total was $23. In Hollywood. That alone deserves five stars. The chips come out hot, the salsa tastes fresh, and the fried queso was ridiculously good--I'm still thinking about the crispy, burned cheese edges. There's also a great outdoor patio with heaters and fire pits, making it the perfect spot to grab a drink before or after a movie or a show. Hidden gem energy, fair prices, and actually good food. Highly recommend.

Abby L.

Came in for happy hour and things started off a little rocky. We were seated right in the middle of the restaurant, directly in front of the kitchen door, even though there were other two-person tables open. We also waited a bit before anyone came by. But then one of the other servers noticed and totally turned the experience around. She asked if we wanted to move somewhere more comfortable and ended up taking over our table. She was so pleasant and friendly. The receipt says "Ash G," so I'm hoping that was her! We were moved to a cozy corner by the window, which made a huge difference. They brought out complimentary chips and salsa, and we ordered a couple of tacos plus a cachetada. It was my first time trying a cachetada and it was SO good. The tacos were decent too, but the ribeye taco was the standout. The cheese-crusted tortilla (similar to the cachetada) with the toppings made it incredibly flavourful. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience. I'm still thinking about how good that ribeye taco was!

Kelly J.

We came for a bite before a concert at the Dolby Theater. It always happened to be taco Tuesday and happy hour so we were able to order a few things off both menus at good prices. Authentic Mexico City fare that was delicious. We ordered a bunch of different tacos, I think the street corn taco was my favorite. Really delicious guacamole, but I found their chips to be a little on the salty side. We think this is a ploy to get you to order more margaritas! Speaking of which, they were delicious and perfectly made. I could have had many more, but time was a factor. Next time for sure. A great spot to come before an event at Hollywood and Highland or the Hollywood Bowl. Service was very good. The vibe is casually elegant and chic. Price point is average for this location. I will definitely come back.

Pepper B.

Happy to have this new Mexican restaurant in the neighborhood. We needed something like this with the loss of Loteria and the hours of Ka'teen. Sometimes you just want a corporate restaurant to fill in the blank spots between the cool local restaurants. This place is head over heels corporate. They have a lot of staff, very touristy, a lot of people in just to watch the big screen TVs but still the food is good, the chips are fantastic! The enchiladas I love, nothing earth shattering but they're CONSISTENT! Being as much as a foodie as I am some times I just want to go to Taco Bell, and some times I don't want to go hunting for the best tacos in LA in downtown that is hidden in an alley. Sometimes I just want some simple Mexican food and then go home. No fuss. This place is it. They are providing a needed service. I've already eaten here 3 times. A welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Melissa W.

I first heard about La Popular when they announced a location opening in Porter Ranch. So, when I saw they were opening right next to work in Ovation Hollywood, I knew I had to check it out. La Popular makes its U.S. debut straight from Mexico City, one of the world's culinary capitals. Backed by Grupo Carolo, one of Mexico's top restaurant groups, the concept brings an elevated, energetic take on authentic Mexican cuisine. From the moment you walk in, the chic modern interiors, bumping playlists, and warm hospitality set the tone for a fun and flavorful experience. The menu stays true to traditional Mexican roots, with bold, authentic flavors and premium ingredients. You'll find everything from house-made salsas and rich mole to decadent desserts. The attention to detail in both presentation and flavor really makes the dishes shine. What I Ordered: *Ahi Tuna Tostadas - crispy leeks, chipotle aioli, soy vinaigrette, avocado *Seafood Ceviche - shrimp, mahi mahi, citrus, avocado, serrano peppers, pickled onions, cilantro, plantain chips *Tinga Tacos - chicken, guacamole, queso fresco, lettuce *Churros - with chocolate sauce & cajeta - crispy on the outside, soft on the inside *Butter Cake - served with strawberries, passion fruit custard, and vanilla ice cream *Watermelon Hibiscus Margarita - Corralejo Silver, Cointreau, watermelon, hibiscus, lime, tajín It's a super convenient location right inside Ovation Hollywood and with validated parking, it's only $3.