What People Are Saying About Casa Vega
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Citysearch
The Scene – The dim, festive interior is highlighted by framed bullfighting paintings, faux Tiffany lamps and red vinyl banquettes that host local families, rowdy young partiers and celebrities. Weekends find fans four-deep at the bar in the restaurant's jam-packed front dining room, quaffing potent margaritas, while the overflow are relegated to the eatery's driveway, sans drinks, until capacity permits entry to the bar. – – The Food – Combo plates of crispy, tasty tacos and enchiladas with cheesy refried beans are reliable choices on the no-frills menu. Lighter fare…
10/14/09
Great place with awesome food!
by Lhutch at Citysearch
This place is great! I love the crab and shrimp enchiladas. The margaritas are awesome and definitely pack a punch. Really... the only problem is that it's far from my home, so I don't get to go there too often.
- Pros: Margaritas and Food
- Cons: Occasional wait
10/11/09
GREAT Mexican food and a FUN atmosphere
by Kristen Wallace Tostado at Citysearch
Look no further for a great time with awesome food and a festive atmosphere. I am always on the hunt for better Mexican cuisine and I've found it at Casa Vega. The margaritas are legit, fresh salsas and the food is plentiful and fairly priced. I loved it!!!
10/11/09
True Jewel
by mginhwd at Citysearch
I had never heard of or been to Casa Vega before a friends B-Day celebration in August. I'm one of those Los Angeleno's who can be kinda snobby like the part where I've always proclaimed about my dismal discourse surrounding the wasteland known as the 818. When I got there I was immediately put into a happy place because the valet service was so damn cheap(3.50!!!!!) when two days prior I paid 12.00 bucks at BOA on Sunset or BLT Seak who keeps track anymore, them place was dark as hell inside and the vibe was retro , but in that type of way where you can tell its always been like that not cuz they're trying to be kitschy or retro chic, but because the you cant tell the place has probably just looked like that since day one. Being the tequila afficionado and margarita lover that I am I proceeded to order the house Margarita , anyone can make a good cadillac but the house is what ur putting ur name and ur reputation on. The house margarita kocked me on my ass! The thing must have an octane rating and it was tasty too! They brought us complimentary taquitos along with the prerequisite chips n salsa. The prices were reasonable I figured that there arent a lot of mex restaurants around LA with valet good drinks and killer vibe like this place. I guess if u want cheap mex go to B lettered minimall takeout places. Our server LEO was a consumate professional as he navigated us through the menu like a true salesman and not an apethic order taker like i get so many times, i eat out alot so I can spot the difference. After I left I had to really re-think my whole mindset about the valley and the 818. I cant believe I had never been to Casa Vega before, me? The ultimate restaurant goer. I recommend the burrito ranchero covered in chile con Queso I ate the whole thing in a few minutes and wondered where it went, not cuz its small but cuz it wa so damn tasty. All the places I've been to like Loteria Grill , casa, El Coyote, ciudad, El Cholo etc. etc. aint got nothin' on Vega
- Pros: Killer Drinks & Really good food
- Cons: Space @ bar
The Details on Casa Vega
When to Go:
If you're hungry, skip prime weekend times from 7pm to 10pm. You're virtually guaranteed an hour or longer wait.
Where to Sit:
Unless you enjoy crowds butting up against your table, avoid booths to either side of the front door in the main room. The space to the right of the bar, in the far left corner, is comparably quiet.
The Extras:
Casa Vega will accommodate special dietary and food preparation requests and substitutions.
Category:
Restaurants, Other Personal Services
Payment Methods:
American Express, Carte Blanche, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Celeb Hangout, People Watching, Date Spot, Group Dining, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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