Pez Cantina

The good: the food was amazing, the drinks were strong, and the waitstaff were attentive, efficient, and courteous. We ordered the fish and shrimp tacos, margaritas, and the Moscow mule which were all perfect. Chips and guacamole were on point as well. The mediocre: parking is not great. We just parked randomly at the J2 parking structure for the City National Plaza based on a few reviews I read. This is NOT the garage in which the restaurant provides validation. Proceed to the garage right next to the restaurant on 400 South Hope Street. Our fault but still an annoying 7 minute roundabout walk. The bad: there was some event going on next to us outside that was cordoned off by these flimsy folding wall panels. Apparently, the winds were blessed by the Greek gods themselves and blew one of the walls down on a table next to us, shattering the glass cups and sending a torrent of shards directly onto us. Luckily, no one was hurt, and the waitstaff immediately rushed into action to clean up and replace everything on the table. However, this was a dangerous situation that could’ve been much, much worse. Overall: the food and atmosphere were great, but I had to take away 2 stars for almost dying.

We stopped by for Saturday brunch. I had the burrito mojado with steak, and my wife and son shared the buttermilk chicken and waffles. The portions were huge. I will definitely stop by this place the next time I am in LA.

This experience was great and recommend. Made a reservation well ahead of time. Place was packed and people were waiting outside before opening. tried a few dishes and drinks. Everything came out to order. Staff is helpful and attentive. The price is the price, the high standards shine through. Staff recommends a a number of dishes per person. Consider the advice, you’ll still have some awesome leftovers. Parking is valet or there are garages nearby. Busy area so keep that in mind too.

The location of course being in downtown is always just a bit iffy not for safety reasons just local but the place is beautiful the food was tasty the service was amazing they were very nice very prompt kept everything refreshed water all of that and I had the chicken posole and it was delicious really really delicious the appetizers were good what more can I say this really is a place to go to after work on the weekends or just on a fun day for drinks with friends

Loved this place for outdoor dining for a birthday celebration! They had the heaters on and the patio had a fun atmosphere. Food was very good and the wait staff was very attentive.

The hot salsa was one of the best salsas I have ever had. Great vegetarian options. The cauliflower tacos were delicious. Great place to sit out and dine.

Celebrating our Birthdays. We really enjoyed the ceviche, whole fish, NY steak, and Jamaica margaritas. Disappointed that the DJ didn't show up and clean up between dishes could have been better.

Was here with a group from a conference. The weather was great for sitting outside in mid-October in LA. We had the make your own tacos. This allowed vegans and carnivores to get along. I would recommend this place for the food and the atmosphere. Staff was not pushy but there when needed. Food was good and represented LA for non natives. If you visit downtown LA, it is worth a stop. Just watch out for the hill climb up to the place unless you want to work up an appetite.