La Nena Cantina

Jeff Hough

Visited La Nena last night for a business meeting and was very pleased with the experience. We tried a variety of dishes and everyone came away pleased with their food. In the end, everyone was willing to come back. For my meal I had a Birria Taco, a Carne Asada Taco and the Shrimp Ceviche. The Birria Taco was one of the best ones I have ever had. The flavor was fantastic and I wish I would have gotten more of them. The Carne Asada taco was good as well. The Ceviche was awesome. The flavors were really bright and the shrimp was fresh.

2026-1-22

Teresa Selby

La Nena Cantina is a beautiful restaurant with an amazing and unique menu. Reasonably priced. Warm atmosphere. We had Sangria, tacos, rice, beans, and dessert of Tres Leches. The tacos are small street taco size but packed with flavor. Perfect evening. Close to Pantages, so we parked at Columbia square parking, walked up to LA Nena, then to Pantages. Fantastic evening in Hollywood with my son.

2025-12-20

Ivan Zhurbin

La Nena Cantina – A Must-Visit Gem! ★★★★★ La Nena Cantina wraps you in a vibrant, stylish atmosphere that instantly lifts your mood. The decor is modern yet warm — think sleek wood accents, colorful tile work, and soft lighting that creates the perfect balance of lively and intimate. The vibe is electric but never overwhelming, making it ideal for date nights, celebrations, or just a fun evening out with friends. The service was outstanding — attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about the food. Our server guided us through the menu with enthusiasm and made spot-on recommendations. We started with the guacamole prepared tableside, and wow — what a show! Fresh avocados mashed to order with just the right kick of lime, cilantro, and jalapeño. It set the tone for an unforgettable meal. The margaritas were perfection: smoothly blended, without chunks of crushed ice, bright, tart, and perfectly balanced — no cloying sweetness, just pure tequila, lime, and a salted rim that sang with every sip. For mains, the ribeye tacos were a revelation — tender, juicy steak wrapped in warm tortillas with onion, cilantro, and a smoky salsa that tied it all together. The mixed fajitas (steak + chicken) arrived sizzling, packed with flavor, and generously portioned. Every bite was bold, fresh, and deeply satisfying. La Nena Cantina nails authentic Mexican flavors with a modern twist, all served in a space that feels like a celebration. We’re already planning our next visit to explore more of the menu — and you should too. Highly recommended!

2025-11-4

Paul Mark Morris

If you’re looking for a standout Mexican dining experience in the heart of Hollywood, you can’t go wrong with La Nena Cantina on Sunset Boulevard. The atmosphere hits just the right balance between lively and approachable — the space sits in the Columbia Square complex (6115 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028) so you’re right in the mix of the entertainment district while still feeling like you’ve found a place worth lingering in. The décor leans modern with a warm, natural-material touch: terracotta tiles, soft lighting, natural fiber accents and an artful mural set the tone for food and drinks that match the vibe. What really makes La Nena Cantina special is the way they take classic Mexican flavors seriously but present them in a modern, elevated way. Their handmade tortillas show up everywhere and you’ll find richly crafted dishes like a mole poblano made with 40+ ingredients and slowly simmered from scratch, or a mole negro from Oaxaca with a smoky depth — these are flavors you don’t often find in a high-style cantina. Tacos dominate the menu in the best way: think slow-cooked pork belly, ceviche selections, a Baja fish taco on blue-corn handmade tortilla with chipotle mayo, crisp cabbage and fresh pico de gallo. There are vegan options too, executed with real care rather than just check-boxes. The bar is no after-thought either. Full of mezcal and tequila choices, with cocktails like the “Adelita” featuring pineapple, cucumber and fresh lime that pair beautifully with the spicy or rich plates. Whether you’re going in for an early-evening drink, weekend brunch or full dinner, it works. For starters the tableside guacamole made fresh is a smart move, and sharing the five-taco tasting is a fun way to explore. The service and energy reflect the neighbourhood well — polished but relaxed, with a patina of Hollywood glamour that doesn’t feel stuffy. In short if you’re in Los Angeles and want a spot that brings both authenticity and design, La Nena Cantina checks the boxes.

2025-10-26

Jose Made

Awesome place!. The decor is really inviting and well done. Love the details and the cleanliness. The staff was super friendly. The food was so good. I am so going back. This is a great place to take a date, friends, family, coworkers, etc. Oh and they have an incredible selection of drinks. I highly recommend this restaurant!

2026-1-10

Tanya Manglik

My fiance and I dined here for lunch and got the Taco Tasting (5 tacos with various meats) and Crispy Tacos- 2 with mushroom and 1 with potato, which came with rice and beans. The Taco Tasting was good, the meats were yummy and for $20 getting five tacos at a restaurant felt like a good deal. We also enjoyed the nachos with the salsa verde. However, the mushroom and potato tacos were frankly awful and below average. It is really disappointing that the restaurant doesn’t ensure to make its vegetarian options palatable to the customers. Mushroom tacos can be so flavourful but the tacos we got were bland, under seasoned and were not made with care. I was expecting the potato taco to come with diced and fried potato which was seasoned but to my disappointment the taco was just full of unseasoned potato mush- we took 2 bites and left the rest of the taco because of how unpleasant it was. The beans were not fresh or seasoned well, and the rice was also stale and lacked flavour. Due to this, we would think twice before returning. The service was okay and the ambience was pretty, but local taquerias might deserve my money more.

2026-1-8

Dul Ce

Found this Mexican restaurant in Hollywood and the food was great. We had La nena molcajete and carnitas, delicious. Great music and the atmosphere was lovely. Will go back for the Sunday brunch with mariachi.

2025-12-28

Misti Van Zandt

Always excited to try something new. We were so excited to try this menu, and it delivered to my expectations. Food was beautiful, and tasted so amazing. Drinks were great and priced well. The place was gorgeous inside and had an amazing patio area. Service was on point and staff was very kind. We will for sure be returning. — they offer a lunch menu till 4, and dinner after. They also have a happy hour menu from 3-6 on weekdays.

2025-5-27