Velvet Margarita

Have to write in my dream has come true saw sir paul mcartney at this place. I'm the biggest Beatle fan!!!! My year has been made...That's all I wanted to say and of course I know your suppose to review places on this site so I say this place the vmc margarita is way cool decor pretty spectacular after i calm down will come back and eat just had drinks & chips &salsa margaritas were sooo good. Chips were soo good too. They come with this bean dip could not stop eating them. One request please invite him back and maybe he can bring ringo! Pros: cooest decor Cons: none more

Have to write in my dream has come true saw sir paul mcartney at this place. I'm the biggest Beatle fan!!!! My year has been made...That's all I wanted to say and of course I know your suppose to review places on this site so I say this place the vmc margarita is way cool decor pretty spectacular after i calm down will come back and eat just had drinks & chips &salsa margaritas were sooo good. Chips were soo good too. They come with this bean dip could not stop eating them. One request please invite him back and maybe he can bring ringo! Pros: cooest decor more

My mother loves Mexican food! So for her birthday this year I decided to do something a little special for her and take her to Velvet Margarita for dinner before heading to the Pantages to catch ""Wicked"". Having never been there myself, the only thing I knew of Velvet Margarita was that it was always in Us Magazine for something or other. Although I was impressed by Velvet Margarita's Citysearch reviews the clincher to make this my choice for such a ""special night"" was a recommendation I received from a co-worker who was taken there recently by a group of culinary arts students. WOW!!! I have to say that first off, I never could have imagined this place would look like this. In fact, i got a little nervous at first that my mother would be overwhelmed by all the flare but, SHE LOVED IT... every bit of it! The decor, the food, the music, the staff... everything was perfect! Unlike a few ""Citysearchers"", I was quite impressed with the fixed price of $15 for several courses seeing that it is $8 for a tostada at Poquito Mas... more

My mother loves Mexican food! So for her birthday this year I decided to do something a little special for her and take her to Velvet Margarita for dinner before heading to the Pantages to catch "Wicked". Having never been there myself, the only thing I knew of Velvet Margarita was that it was always in Us Magazine for something or other. Although I was impressed by Velvet Margarita's Citysearch reviews the clincher to make this my choice for such a "special night" was a recommendation I received from a co-worker who was taken there recently by a group of culinary arts students. WOW!!! I have to say that first off, I never could have imagined this place would look like this. In fact, i got a little nervous at first that my mother would be overwhelmed by all the flare but, SHE LOVED IT... every bit of it! The decor, the food, the music, the staff... everything was perfect! Unlike a few "Citysearchers", I was quite impressed with the fixed price of $15 for several courses seeing that it is $8 for a tostada at Poquito Mas... more

I was bread and spread in this city and believe me... this side of my tia cuca's kitchen there aint no better place in town! more

I was bread and spread in this city and believe me... this side of my tia cuca's kitchen there aint no better place in town! more

I think this is more of a drinks and meeting people kind of place. The food was not good. Had the enchilada and it was bland. The margaritas were okay. Sad that in L.A. a $15 entree in a mexican restaurant two hours from the border was so pedestrian and forgettable. Eat at Citizen Smith and then come here for drinks and a cool atmosphere. Pros: The decor Cons: Food more

I think this is more of a drinks and meeting people kind of place. The food was not good. Had the enchilada and it was bland. The margaritas were okay. Sad that in L.A. a $15 entree in a mexican restaurant two hours from the border was so pedestrian and forgettable. Eat at Citizen Smith and then come here for drinks and a cool atmosphere. Pros: The decor Cons: Food more

I am new to LA and I recently went to the Velvet Margarita for the first time a few months ago. I naively thought it was an upscale punk club, ha, anyways...I was really pleasantly surprised by this place. I loved the decor. The dead Elvis motif, the puppets, pinatas, it was such an eclectic mixture but it all meshed surprisely well. I expected the drinks to be a lot more expensive but they were actually reasonable. All of their specialty drinks are around $10 and the drinks are pretty stiff which is fantastic. I ordered a Pina Colada served in an actual coconut, again that new to LA thing, I was pretty excited about drinking out of a coconut, awwww the good life. Long review, short....this place is awesome for atmosphere, service, drinks and is busy but not annoyingly so which all equals a great time. more

I am new to LA and I recently went to the Velvet Margarita for the first time a few months ago. I naively thought it was an upscale punk club, ha, anyways...I was really pleasantly surprised by this place. I loved the decor. The dead Elvis motif, the puppets, pinatas, it was such an eclectic mixture but it all meshed surprisely well. I expected the drinks to be a lot more expensive but they were actually reasonable. All of their specialty drinks are around $10 and the drinks are pretty stiff which is fantastic. I ordered a Pina Colada served in an actual coconut, again that new to LA thing, I was pretty excited about drinking out of a coconut, awwww the good life. more

Went for a friend's birthday this passed weekend. Of course, Hollywood parking $10. On the good side, no cover charge. Some of the interior decorating I thought was a bit cheesy like the pinatas hanging. I did like the Mexican puppets. Got the pomegranate martini was really good, but then my cousin's was way too strong compared to the one I had. Outside patio was where the action was but I had a hard time breathing due to the smoke. Overall, the night was fun. Big con: no music to dance or vibe to. Pros: no cover charge, not too crowded, friendly people Cons: no music to dance to, parking more

Went for a friend's birthday this passed weekend. Of course, Hollywood parking $10. On the good side, no cover charge. Some of the interior decorating I thought was a bit cheesy like the pinatas hanging. I did like the Mexican puppets. Got the pomegranate martini was really good, but then my cousin's was way too strong compared to the one I had. Outside patio was where the action was but I had a hard time breathing due to the smoke. Overall, the night was fun. Big con: no music to dance or vibe to. Pros: no cover charge, not too crowded, friendly people Cons: no music to dance to, parking more

who does this? who's life is apparently so pathetic and dull that one would "put aside time" in their day to trash a place of business in some feeble attempt to fill a void in their apparent lack of accomplishments. of course i've had less than enjoyable experiences at many restaurants, bars, etc., but never have i felt the urgency to spread such petty and childish garbage online when i could think of so many more positive things i could be doing with my time. if i ever have a disappointing experience someplace, i simply don?t go back! what i found most interesting about "hiella?s" comments is that every review that he/she has posted on citysearch has been negative. yes, your right, i am close friends with the owners of the Velvet Margarita and because of that i know first hand of all the passion, time and energy that goes into even the smallest characteristics of one of the most top rated restaurants in the country. I guess Newsweek Magazine was wrong with bestowing the Velvet Margarita the top newcomer honor in 2005. I suppose the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, Ciudad Magazine, and countless other publications as well as the other sixty or so positive reviews on citysearch lack the expertise and insight that ?hiella? so gracefully celebrates. Pros: decor, music, food, friendly staff with no pretentious "Hollywood" attitudes... Cons: critics more

who does this? who's life is apparently so pathetic and dull that one would ""put aside time"" in their day to trash a place of business in some feeble attempt to fill a void in their apparent lack of accomplishments. of course i've had less than enjoyable experiences at many restaurants, bars, etc., but never have i felt the urgency to spread such petty and childish garbage online when i could think of so many more positive things i could be doing with my time. if i ever have a disappointing experience someplace, i simply don?t go back! what i found most interesting about ""hiella?s"" comments is that every review that he/she has posted on citysearch has been negative. yes, your right, i am close friends with the owners of the Velvet Margarita and because of that i know first hand of all the passion, time and energy that goes into even the smallest characteristics of one of the most top rated restaurants in the country. I guess Newsweek Magazine was wrong with bestowing the Velvet Margarita the top newcomer honor in 2005. I suppose the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, Ciudad Magazine, and countless other publications as well as the other sixty or so positive reviews on citysearch lack the expertise and insight that ?hiella? so gracefully celebrates. Pros: decor, music, food, friendly staff with no pretentious ""Hollywood"" attitudes... Cons: critics more

I went to Velvet Margarita last night and I'd have to say that I'm disappointed. First, in response to a previous poster, I am going to complain about the parking. I've lived in L.A. for five years, and yes, parking is horrible... but charging your customers ten dollars to park is a crime. And if you know the area of Hollywood... there really aren't any other options, finding street parking in the evening is impossible. The margaritas (I had the classic) were just okay and were definitely outmatched by the scratch margarita at El Coyote. They had an odd taste that my group commented on, a taste I can't really describe, but definitely didn't like. The three different dips that were provided with the chips were good, the shrimp bisque was very good and the calamari was pretty good, but the rest of the meal (I had the steak tacos) was forgettable. Not nearly as good as the food at Cha Cha Cha or El Cholo. Just kind of bland, like something you would get at Acupulco or some other chain, and not worth the price. The service wasn't great either, and after the waitress took our order, we never saw her again. One member of our group had to track her down for a box and the check. The inside is kind of cool, but I wouldn't go there obviously just for that. In general, I would not come here again because it is overpriced and the good soup and dip doesn't make up for the overwise lackluster food and drinks. Pros: Dip, shrimp bisque, and the atmosphere Cons: The margaritas, the main courses, and the parking! more

I went to Velvet Margarita last night and I'd have to say that I'm disappointed. First, in response to a previous poster, I am going to complain about the parking. I've lived in L.A. for five years, and yes, parking is horrible... but charging your customers ten dollars to park is a crime. And if you know the area of Hollywood... there really aren't any other options, finding street parking in the evening is impossible. The margaritas (I had the classic) were just okay and were definitely outmatched by the scratch margarita at El Coyote. They had an odd taste that my group commented on, a taste I can't really describe, but definitely didn't like. The three different dips that were provided with the chips were good, the shrimp bisque was very good and the calamari was pretty good, but the rest of the meal (I had the steak tacos) was forgettable. Not nearly as good as the food at Cha Cha Cha or El Cholo. Just kind of bland, like something you would get at Acupulco or some other chain, and not worth the price. The service wasn't great either, and after the waitress took our order, we never saw her again. One member of our group had to track her down for a box and the check. The inside is kind of cool, but I wouldn't go there obviously just for that. In general, I would not come here again because it is overpriced and the good soup and dip doesn't make up for the overwise lackluster food and drinks. Pros: Dip, shrimp bisque, and the atmosphere Cons: The margaritas, the main courses, and the parking! more

The Velvet Margarita never disappoints. Try their tamales --- OH MY GOD they are good. The food portions are huge, too! Great value for your money. The pomegranate margaritas are what dreams are made of. DE-LI-CIOUS. The staff is incredibly fun. It is always a great night out. Pros: Food, drinks, bartenders Cons: No reservations (for parties of less than 4) more

The Velvet Margarita never disappoints. Try their tamales --- OH MY GOD they are good. The food portions are huge, too! Great value for your money. The pomegranate margaritas are what dreams are made of. DE-LI-CIOUS. The staff is incredibly fun. It is always a great night out. Pros: Food, drinks, bartenders Cons: No reservations (for parties of less than 4) more

Meant to post a while back, now I finally have time. Checked this place out with some girlfriends after drinks at nearby Citizen Smith, and really dug the atmosphere. I didn't stay long, but I drooled over the menu and the crowd seemed cool. I'll have to stop by again for those famous margaritas and some tamales. Seems like Cahuenga is the place to be! more

Meant to post a while back, now I finally have time. Checked this place out with some girlfriends after drinks at nearby Citizen Smith, and really dug the atmosphere. I didn't stay long, but I drooled over the menu and the crowd seemed cool. I'll have to stop by again for those famous margaritas and some tamales. Seems like Cahuenga is the place to be! more