This Santa Monica classic cal-mexican is a city favorite, and a major scene (judging by the throngs of loud, bleached 20-somethings found at the bar there most nights). While the food is good and reasonably priced, parking is valet-only and in short supply, and wait times for a table are generally long. But if you don't come hungry, you'll never finish the huge portions, so call ahead if you can.
Pros: Good food, Decent prices, Plenty of seating
Cons: Overrun with people, Bar stacked 7 deep, Loud
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