THECpt PHOON

While down here from Canada on vacation, my wife and I came here strictly because this was my father in-law's favorite restaurant in the 70's when he lived in Santa Monica! And boy did it ever impress. The service was attentive and the staff were friendly. We came at lunch time and we got two lunch specials for $12.75 each. I got the beef tacos and my wife got the chicken enchiladas. Both plates came with beans and rice. Both plates were very filling. There was also complimentary chips that came prior to our meal arriving. This restaurant has been around since the early sixties, and we can see why. Its also open until 3:00am for those who are hungry for a late night meal.

+4

Brittany

Amazing food, especially the homemade tortillas… but the customer service was disappointing. It took 40 minutes to place our order after we sat down. We had to get up a few times and try to find the server just to get things like straws and plates.

Robert Lopez

I’ve been to La Cabaña time and again over the years and always enjoy eating at this venerable local establishment. The food is good, the servings are big, the prices are fair and the service is great. I like El Verde, a huge burrito stuffed with chicken, pork or beef, and smothered with a tasty green sauce and served on a bed of rice and refried beans. I also like the guacamole, which is fresh and can be ordered mild or spicy. I wash it all down with a spicy michelada made with Modelo beer. The vibe is casual and relaxed and my favorite spot is the outdoor patio. If you’re in the area, I recommend this spot.

Freddy Cardoza

This is a beloved local place that has entrees from 10 to $30 offering an array of standard and novel Mexican dishes. The food is tasty, flavorful, and high quality food products. The service is superb at all levels. Most of the people who work there have been employed by the organization 20 and 30 years, as all of the employees are listed with their time of service at the front door. It's remarkable. The only drawback is that, in spite of the interesting and pretty decor, it seems like there could be a little more done with it to add to the already nice experience. The food and service are both there, but I wish they had created more of a moment and a unique experience by pushing into the culture a little more with either music or quiet live music, or some other tokens of interest. Very good. Worth going back. Kind people.

Elizabeth Lascheid

La Cabana has been around since the 60's and not much as changed there. Parking is easy and the service is pretty good. The food is traditional Mexican food and it is good, not great. They have the typical combo plates and they have a few nice desserts. Their drinks are good with a nice selection of call liquors. What is great about this place and sets it apart from other typical Mexican restaurants is that they make their own tortillas and they are always fresh, at times you need to wait a minute for someone to make them. They are always worth the wait. If you are in Venice, this is a good place to stop before or after the beach. If you are no where near it, the time is better spent elsewhere. They have take out and delivery as well.

+17

Lorenzo Pinto

First Mexican restaurant I've ever been to that does not have a Coke glass bottle nor serve real Agua Frescas like Tamarindo!! :/ I asked the waiter if they had anything that was more real and authentic Mexican paste drinks? he said No, everything was out the box. I really couldn't believe it and I knew that once they served us that Tamarindo we can tell immediately it was not real it was a sweetened based artificial drink. The food was good but I won't be coming back. :(

M. S. McCaw

The food is not that great, but since we've been going there for 30 years, it's a good spot to meet up with an old group of friends. It's definitely a festive place with lots of Venice locals. Cadillac Margaritas, Pina Coladas and Fish Tacos, but there are plenty of other Mexican dishes on the menu. The flan is probably the best item on the menu. The hand-made guacamole takes second. Make sure to get a seat outside in the enclosed back patio.

Blanca Espinosa

I just picked up food from the restaurant tonight to eat at home, ordered enchiladas, they were very bad. They didn’t taste like an enchilada at all or like anything else. It had rice and beans on a side, they were ok. Not sure if maybe they didn’t have a chef tonight, or if the food was just bad. I don’t normally leave bad reviews, but since it had such good reviews, now I wondered if maybe they changed administration.

Farhad Ahmadi

The food, including the super burrito (chicken) and the Plato De Barbacoa didn't taste good. Chicken in the burrito smelled and tasted like it wasn't very fresh. Don't recommend at all.

Antonio Ramirez

Food was too salty. It tasted like they defrosted a bad tv dinner. Worst Food I've had in the last 5 years.