La Serenata Restaurant

This is my favorite local restaurant. The food and staff are incredible. And $5 Margarita Mondays? The best. Their fish dishes are always on point. Please support this wonderful family-run spot. They truly deserve it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

**Attention**
NO Parking, No Parking between 4pm and 7pm you must park across the street and it's a little touch and go... and apparently there's limited parking in the rear.

Mojitos are very good and refreshing, margarita's too... Food was good, servers were very attentive, wait time on food could improve, great little spot to stop in and enjoy a tasty mexican food dish.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

My husband and I stopped by La Serenata Cantina for a quick lunch and we were so glad we did! The meat was so tender and delicious. You can tell everything is cooked with care and flavor in mind. The staff and management were super friendly and welcoming. We left happy, full, and already planning to come back. Highly recommend this spot if you’re craving great food, great vibes, and a really good Oaxacan Mezcal.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A fantastic menu for all tastes. Authentic Mexican food with special sauces that you can design. Sangria was special. So was the Jose, Marco

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great authentic and delicious Mexican food. Local owner, great service and very welcoming atmosphere. Place is historic and a neighborhood staple. Definitely recommend for scratching the Mexican food itch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service,great food and and great energy.i sat at the bar and watched a football game w/my friend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

When La Serenata first opened, there was a line to get in. With the closure of Westside Pavilion---especially the Landmark Theaters---there is less foot traffic and no theater traffic. As a result, their business has fallen off, but the quality has not. The cuisine is even better than before. An advantage for customers (but not for the owners) is that the restaurant is quiet. Please eat there and keep them in business!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We love it here! The food is always fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Plenty of parking in the back. We order takeout here at least once a week, and it never disappoints. On weekends we like to come in for dinner and margaritas and they always make us feel at home! I have a gluten allergy and it’s never been an issue and they are always sweet about it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The lengua is glorious and the staff beyond friendly - come.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

exceptional service, cold beer, great guac. what’s more to love?

Uniquely delicious Oaxacan Mexican food. The mole with its complex flavors of spices, nuts, seeds and chocolate really elevated our dishes. We had a several dishes including yellowtail fish, vegetarian and chicken, which we also at times made tacos with the accompanying warm tortillas. All in all an outstanding meal.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

My husband and I had dinner there last night first the first time after living in Mar Vista for over 35 years! We were blown away at the quality of the food and the personalized service! We met Marco the owner, who delighted us with some family stories and the history of this amazing Westside spot. Unfortunately, it wasn't busy at all for a Saturday night and Marco said that he hoped they would be able to remain open, but sadly he wasn't sure as they recently have suffered some financial difficulties. After having an incredible meal, we told him we would post reviews for the restaurant on as many sites as we could! We intend to make this one of our frequent dine out spots and hope that they will be around for a long time. Please support this neighborhood gem!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My boyfriend and I loved everything we ordered. The nachos were my favorite. My boyfriend enjoyed his tacos and chile relleno.
Ended our meal with their aaamazing key lime pie! This is an LA treasure and I can’t wait to come again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Been going here for like 20 years. All the food is homemade and the owner / servers make you feel like you’re family. Hands down one of the best mole poblanos in LA! The molcajete is also fuego.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing Mexican for the price. I've been coming here for years. Just a great authentic gourmet Mexican and very reasonable. Great for margaritas too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5