Bar Amá

Everything we had was stellar. LA is so fortunate to have a place like this that turns out excellent, dynamic food year after year.

This spot is so phenomenal! The duck is out of this world, must try.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

One word....DELICIOUS! I was pleasantly surprised how wonderful the food was. And the Margaritas are exceptional. So glad I found this place.

Consistently a good food experience! Great vegetarian options that are interesting and fun compared to most sit-down LA Mexican restaurants. You can tell the chef put thought into the vegan and vegetarian options.

Recommended dishes: King \u0026 Hen of the Wood Mushroom Birria, Vegan, Tex-Mex Queso

The place is fine, nothing stood out though. Looks nice, but generic. Service was friendly, but slow. Also, usually when I get a flight of alcohol, its described at least a little bit. Food was priced well.

This is a place you take friends to (that you like). Treat the staff well and you'll have a great time. Food is like elevated Mexican cuisine with familiar and comforting flavors. Yay food, yay friendship. Props to the chef.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wonderful Dine LA menu and Happy Hour! All the food was great, especially the Crispy Dos Caras with chicken.

We absolutely loved Bar Amá! This is one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in LA (and our three weeks trip through Southwest). The restaurant is stylish, with a warm, welcoming vibe. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, and you never feel rushed – it’s a place where you can truly enjoy your meal at a relaxed pace.
The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented – clearly made with care. Excellent value for money, especially considering the quality. It felt much more like a European dining experience than the usual fast-paced American style.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for a cozy, high-quality Tex-Mex spot in Downtown LA that values both food and atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best TexMex in LA!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Bar Ama in downtown LA was incredible! Zoe went above and beyond—she stayed a little late to make sure we were taken care of, even though we didn’t realize everything closes early. Truly amazing service. And the food? Next-level. Everything we ordered was delicious. Can’t wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Big portions of delicious dishes meant to be shared accompany top-notch drinks at this hip and happening spot. The queso and carnitas were great, highly recommend. Come armed with a reservation on weekend nights, or sit at the bar

Update: They have a new menu with more unique, almost fusion-esque dishes (think duck sausage and a sort of veggie slaw on your choice of a pita or tortilla with toasted cheese), all of which are shareable and delicious. Crowds are a little thinner now so it's easier to get a table. Still love it here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Always an amazing experience! Don’t miss this gem if you are downtown!

Just My perfect little spot.

Vegan nachos and mocktails are the best!

A very underwhelming experience. The good reviews online were misleading. Service was flat, and unhelpful. Margarita pitcher that was $40 arrived 30 minutes after ordering it. It tasted like lemonade and was in a mason jar, it did not even make four drinks. Sent it back to the bar and requested the tamarind margarita instead, it had an aftertaste that left us with the taste of how fish food smells. The only saving grace of the visit was the enchiladas. They were delicious.  The staff just really could not be bothered, and the music was bizarre. Given the price, ambiance, and experience definitely would not recommend before a night out. or at all