Malo
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: (323) 244-2227
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Bates Avenue
- Best of Citysearch:
- First Date Spot 2008, Eastside Restaurant 2006, Margarita 2006
- Hours:
- Mon 5pm-10pm, Tue-Thu 5pm-11pm, Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 9:30am-2am, Sun 9:30am-10pm
Message from Malo
Good, home-cooked Mexican food at an affordable price.
- 100% organic margarita
- Outdoor Patio Dining
- Citysearch: Best Margarita 06'
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Editorial Review for Malo – by Tara de Lis
The Scene
Black tile and flocked, red wallpaper create a minimalist but hipster-friendly vibe that the former Cobalt Cantina could never capture. No longer predominantly gay, straight Eastsiders on first dates and oversized birthday parties comprise an equal percentage of the clientele. Service is competent, but it's surprisingly difficult to get extra dishes or silverware for sharing.
The Food
A pan-Latin menu finds success with the basics, but often overestimates the kitchen's expertise. Made-to-order tortilla chips are softer than most, and come with a choice of salsas: Mild tomatillo and avocado for spice-sensitive diners, or burnt habanero and crème fraiche dip for the more adventurous. Shredded chicken enchiladas immersed in tangy, sweet red sauce, and broiled lobster tail bathed in garlic butter, are standout entrees. However, the intricate flavors of the signature ground beef, potato and pickle taco get lost in a greasy, deep-fried shell.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoOpen for brunch and offering afternoon taco specials. Malo also offers a Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5-7pm.
ParkingStreet parking is scarce, so use the $1.50 valet. Don't use the McDonald's or the Kitchen's lot--you'll get towed.
Where to SitIf you're looking for an appetizer, cheap drinks and festive atmosphere, choose the bar area. The ambience is quieter on the restaurant side. Smokers flock to the unadorned outdoor patio.
The ExtrasExtend the evening with drinks at neighboring Akbar, which offers a similar crowd, nightly drink specials and offbeat vibe.
User Reviews for Malo
07/06/2008 Posted by happybean
I went to brunch yesterday with my friends and was BLOWN away at how good it is. I've always been a fan of malo for dinner but - WOW! The pancakes are better than any pancakes i've ever had (and i consider myself quite the pancake fan) and the egg tostada was amazing. Not to mention the drinks - watermelon, strawberry, and spicy cucumber margaritas - YUM! the server was sweet as pie and was super helpful with recommendations. The music was perfect and it was not crowded at all - I've found my brunch eating spot!!!
Pros: music, service, margaritas, brunch food
07/02/2008 Posted by SteveRodgers
I had the potato & cheddar tacos and they were amazing. The hostess was super friendly, the music was perfect and the tequila margaritas, phew delicious. Malo will be my new 'haunt' for the rest of the summer, especially when it comes to the happy hour.
Pros: Potato Cheddar Tacos, Music, Margaritas
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