Cinco de Mayo
Updated: March 12, 2009
That's right, amigos. Everyone's favorite excuse to party is at hand, so celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5. From flaming margaritas at El Compadre to a fun fiesta on Olvera Street, find L.A.'s best Mexican eats, margaritas and events.
On this page:Mexican Restaurants and Margaritas, Los Angeles Fiestas.
Mexican Restaurants and Margaritas
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El Carmen
Read Reviews8138 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)
Black velvet paintings and over 300 types of tequila--but you don't need a passport to get into this bar.
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Baja Cantina
Read Reviews311 Washington Blvd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (map)
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Casa Vega Restaurant
Read Reviews13301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 (map)
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El Coyote Spanish Cafe
Read Reviews7312 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)
Since 1931, this Spanglish institution has been famous for its megawatt margaritas and inexpensive Mexican fare.
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El Compadre
Read Reviews7408 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)
Legendary flaming margaritas attract rock star wannabes.
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El Cholo Restaurant
Read Reviews1121 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006 (map)
Hungry hordes line up at this L.A. mainstay for potent margaritas and famous green-corn tamales.
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Spanish Kitchen
Read Reviews826 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069 (map)
Luscious libations and gourmet Mexican cuisine entice hipsters to this WeHo hacienda.
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Amaranta Cocina Mexicana
Read Reviews6600 Topanga Canyon Road Ste 1029, Canoga Park, CA 91303 (map)
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Velvet Margarita
Read Reviews1612 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028 (map)
