About - Lares Restaurant
Welcome to Lares Restaurant, where delicious Mexican cuisine meets warm hospitality. Our family-owned restaurant has been a staple in the Santa Monica community for years, serving up mouth-watering dishes that bring people together. We're proud to be a neighborhood favorite, with a reputation for quality and consistency. At Lares, we're committed to serving the best Mexican food in town, made with love and care. From our signature tacos to our mouth-watering burritos, every dish is crafted to satisfy your cravings. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring that every visit is a memorable one. As a locally-owned business, we're passionate about giving back to our community. We source our ingredients from local suppliers and partner with local organizations to support meaningful causes. When you dine with us, you're not just enjoying a meal – you're supporting the people and places that make Santa Monica special. Call us at (310) 829-4559 or visit our website at https://www.lares-restaurant.com to experience the Lares difference for yourself.
Amenities and More
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
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Quaint place. The pork carnitas were great: fresh vegetables, tasty pork, creamy beans, and delicious rice! The chicken fajitas were pretty good too (great flavor) but way too many green peppers. Also appreciate the fresh salsa and warm chips!
The staff were very attentive and welcoming from the moment we enter to the moment we left. I really liked the lights they had and the live music. The kids ordered mole enchiladas and they finished it all! My husband ordered the mole de pollo and he really enjoyed it! I ordered carne asada quesadilla with beans and rice and it had a good flavor. Would totally recommend this place!
The food was delicious, the drinks were great. We sat upstairs and it wasn't overly busy - although it was the night after Thanksgiving so assume a lot of people were out of town. The margaritas were strong but not too strong. The service was excellent. The vibe inside is warm and inviting.