Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants in Westlake

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DowntownHollywoodSan Fernando ValleyWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

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BurbankCentury CityDowntownHollywoodSawtelle

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Lost - DTLA

3.8

Excellent(16)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Lost is a Mexico City inspired cocktail bar underneath the LA skyline. Pull up to enjoy delicious drinks, tacos and good music.

2. Abernethy's

4.4

Awesome(975)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Abernethy's in Downtown Los Angeles offers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic Native American cuisine, crafted by the talented Chef Pyet DeSpain. As one reviewer enthused, "Chef DeSpain's Indigenous American cuisine is fantastic," evoking a sense of culinary nostalgia and cultural significance. The restaurant's ever-evolving menu, featuring dishes like braised bison and tomatillo salad, showcases a blend of Native American and Mexican flavors that are both inventive and delicious. With an "outstanding" service and a location conveniently set at The Music Center, Abernethy's is the perfect spot for a memorable pre-theater dinner, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

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3. Broken Shaker - Los Angeles

3.8

Excellent(458)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

An oasis in the heart of Downtown LA, Broken Shaker, located on our rooftop pool deck, offers an eclectic menu of handcrafted cocktails and small bites. A James Beard Award finalist and winner of Tales of the Cocktail’s Best American Hotel Bar award, Broken Shaker serves up delicious cocktails, infused with homemade elixirs and exotic ingredients, bringing the flavors of the beach to the center of the city. 21 AND UP AND DRINKS ONLY DURING BAR HOURS. A 4% health service charge is added to all checks to help cover the cost of health care benefits that we offer to our full-time employees. Additionally, an 18% service charge is automatically included in your purchase. Thank you for supporting our staff. If you would like either of these charges removed, please let your server know and the charge will be removed.

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4. Mr. Tempo Cantina Hollywood

3.6

Very Good(144)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Hollywood

Booked 7 times today

Mr. Tempo a unique experience brought by the successful restaurateur Jorge Cueva also known as MR. TEMPO! Enjoy a variety of unique and delicious dishes from seafood, sushi, steak, tacos and more. Our specialty is margaritas and cocktails. #maschingon

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5. Javier's - Century City

4.7

Exceptional(3168)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Century City

Booked 119 times today

Javier's presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly and captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, in one of our private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar with one of the largest selections of the world's finest tequilas on west coast.All guests must be present to be seated. The minimum per person is $20, , no split checks or personal checks. Javier's does not accept contactless payment. Parties of 6 or more a 20% gratuity will be included on the bill. In order to accommodate all guests Javier's dining experience is limited to 2 hours. As a safety precaution Javier's does not allow strollers. Multiple reservations will be treated as separate reservations and will not be accommodated together. We do not allow pets in our establishments.Modifications are not recommended and will not be refunded.

6. Sorry Not Sorry

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Sawtelle

Welcome to Sorry Not Sorry, where Chef Kim Vu—Santa Monica's esteemed Chef in Residence and featured chef in EaterLA—crafts vibrant Asian-Mexican fusion cuisine in a casually sophisticated atmosphere. .Enjoy signature dishes like Turmeric Garlic Fries, Kim Chi Quesadillas, and the Vietnamese Shaking Beef Burger, alongside seasonally rotating dishes. Sip on our famous Spicy Fish Sauce Margarita, part of an award-winning cocktail program featuring house-made syrups, premium spirits, and freshly pressed juices, complemented by extensive non-alcoholic options. Explore our chef-curated wine list highlighting unique estate bottled wines. .Dine on our open-air back patio or host memorable private events customized to your tastes. Conveniently located near UCLA, Westwood, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach, between two Expo Train stops. Reserve your table today for an inclusive and unforgettable dining experience.

7. Amor a mi

new

4.7

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Burbank

Booked 4 times today

At Amor a Mi, each dish is a bridge between the past and the future, a tribute to our roots, and a celebration of who we are today. Our cuisine is a homage to the cultural fusion that defines Mexican gastronomy, a symphony of flavors that reminds us of where we come from and guides us toward new possibilities.Amor a Mí is a place where tradition merges with innovation. Here, culinary memories are reinvented with creativity and passion. Each bite transports you back to those moments of family warmth while inviting you to discover the unknown and create new memories.Amor a Mi es un espacio donde la tradición se encuentra con la innovación, donde los recuerdos culinarios se reinventan con creatividad y pasión. Es un lugar donde cada bocado te lleva de vuelta a esos momentos de calidez familiar, mientras te invita a explorar lo desconocido, creando nuevos recuerdos.

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JudithVIP
Los Angeles •110 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was a delight The food was delicious The service was sweet And Kirk leaded the way We love Abernathy’s ( and the new chef :)
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Abernethy'sPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.4
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jamie
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2025
We enjoyed our plates and drinks! Great ambiance and service! Food did not disappoint
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Javier's - Century CityPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Century City
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4.7
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Merlin
1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
I had a great experience. I will definitely go back.
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Lost - DTLAPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown
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3.8
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Elizabeth
Los Angeles •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 25, 2025
Sushi was great, I missed my champagne $1 for my bday. I was told that promo was expired.
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Mr. Tempo Cantina HollywoodPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Hollywood
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3.6
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
It was a lowkey vibe, and discreet for a casual conversation
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Broken Shaker - Los AngelesPrice: Moderate• Californian• Downtown
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3.8

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