Lares Restaurant

$$ • Mexican, Vegan, Vegetarian

Hours:
2909 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica
(310) 829-4559

About Lares Restaurant

Lares Restaurant is a solid Mexican restaurant in Santa Monica, offering classic Mexican meals. The mole is to die for, and customers enjoy the chicken mole enchiladas, spicy shrimp, chili verde, and carnitas with tender, smoky meat. The salsa is perfect, and the margaritas are fantastic, including the famous margarita and Cadillac margaritas. The vegetarian dishes could use a little work, as they are basically potato and cheese. There are two floors with upstairs and downstairs bars, and live music nights with guitaristas singing. The service is solid with friendly waitstaff who make recommendations. The space is festive and great for birthday celebrations. Parking is very limited in the back, but street parking may be available a block away. The restaurant is authentic and thriving quietly, offering good food and a fun atmosphere.

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Lares Restaurant Reviews

4.3
329 ratings
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Food
4.3
Atmosphere
4.4
Service
4.4

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AMAZING food and drinks. Purely fresh and tastes fantastic. I can’t wait to come back. ♥️♥️♥️

AMAZING food and drinks. Purely fresh and tastes fantastic. I can’t wait to come back. ♥️♥️♥️

Super cute outdoor space and warm, all pretty for Valentine’s Day.
The best service and food was quick and delicious. Love love love this place!

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Hours

Monday 8AM - 10PM
Tuesday 8AM - 10PM
Wednesday 8AM - 10PM
Thursday 8AM - 10PM
Friday 8AM - 11PM
Saturday 8AM - 11PM
Sunday 8AM - 10PM
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