Mercado is a mexican restaurant Downtown Santa Monica Santa Monica located in United States.
1416 4th St (at Santa Monica Blvd) Santa Monica , CA 90401 United States
Credit Cards | Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard) |
Outdoor Seating | No |
Menus | Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour |
Drinks | Full Bar, Cocktails |
Serving classic and contemporary Mexican food . With over 60 premium Tequilas and mescal 's. Be sure to order the Guacamole with fresh chips as a starter.
Not the widest selection of vegetarian options , but they label them on the menu which is really nice. The guac is fantastic. The chili relleno is not bad either.
Started with guac and chips ...really good! The elote , cauliflower and wild mushroom chile relleno were SO tasty. Service really good. Took leftovers home for breakfast .
From straightforward guacamole to kale salads to a proper chile relleno , there’s something for everyone to enjoy here. Read more
Many great items: choriqueso , duo dip , carnitas , fish tacos . Went in a group of 9. had an upstairs table. The food was outstanding. Service excellent. Would go back again and again.
The happy hour menu is fantastic M-F 5-7pm and S-S 4-6pm. We love the choriqueso , nachos and dos gringas tacos . Wash it down with a refreshing margarita .
Great for special occasions , the drink menu has enough variety to please absolutely everyone. Portions are a bit small and lighting is too dark but if you are okay with that, it's a nice place.
Absolutely amazing meal- everything was perfect. Jesse, the owner, is as charming as the food is excellent. Can't wait to go back!
The guac is superb. The tostaditas are great and fresh. The hibiscus tea is great. The pollo de chipotle is superb. And there is a reason the flan is award-winning. Super pleased!
The Mexican Kale salad is a light starter to prepare for their good entree portions. I recommend the mole enchiladas . They are flavorful and filling!
The Mexican Kale salad is a light started to prepare for their good entree portions. I recommend the mole enchiladas . They are flavorful and filling!
Get an order of the “choriqueso ” for the table. The smooth melted cheese is studded with poblano chiles, chorizo and mushrooms ; you’ll surely be scraping it from the bottom of the bowl: Read more
Cooking with care and finesse -- but I wish they would expand their vegetarian options as I am limited to a very few things. Guacamole is the best of any competitors
Get the special fish of the day. Hasn't failed me yet. Also - Seasonal margaritas ftw!
Fish tacos were good and has spicy kick . Nachos are home made and guacamole is chunky but delish
My favorite Mexican in LA ! Try the Carnitas and the Trés Leches Cake (it's divine !)
The guacamole was great indeed, a little salty but tasted super authentic . Go for the special drinks, although the menu I'm sure is great.
Definitely try the Carnitas - it's a great dish to share. But make sure you ask for extra tortillas because they only give you two at a time!
Upscale Mexican with a fun vibe and one the best flans anywhere (call ahead to reserve because they often sell out).
Dip duo and carne asada were on point. I'm pregnant and can't drink, so the mint lemonade hit the spot!
Cucumber jalapeño margarita goes down like juice . Carnitas taco plate and queso + chips are delicious.
Their nachos rock. Margs are pretty damn good too. There's an upstairs so don't fret if the downstairs looks packed
The happy hour is amazing. The Dos Gringas and Carnitas Nachos were delicious!
Actually, there ARE purse hooks on the communal tables ! :) The best food & nicest folks in the neighborhood - love Mercado!
Absolutely love this place. Great service and amazing food. Gauc, carne asada , and marg !
The sea bass taco is amazing as is everything else. Jalapeño margarita is a must try.
Good food. Good Tequilas and Mezcal . Hip and cool vibe.
Pros: ambience, carne asada , guacamole . Cons: brought wrong side, had to send drink back, no steak knife. Without those whiffs, it could have been very nice
cant get enough .. the fish tacos is delicious
This place is delicious! Everything we had was cooked and flavored very well ! The flan is to die for!!
Tacos and Guac was tasty. Very expensive though. Margaritas were tiny for the price.
The guacamole and queso dips are orgasmic...hands down the best ever. Don't ask questions, just order it.
I had the fish and my boyfriends had the carnitas
You can't go wrong with a margarita at this place. Every time I've been I've loved it.
Great margaritas , friendly staff , tasty tacos
Excellent guacamole and chips . We'll be back.
Try the Flan , you won't be disappointed. Great energy, excellent food!
Get the queso dip w mushrooms and chiles etc. Rich but oh so good as a starter.
Genuine tasty Mexican food with great service
The flan is orgasmic, but big. Save room for it and share with a friend.
Communal tables are fun. Great tequila list. The FLAN .
Some of the best food ever. Sit at the communal tables during happy hour .
Chili releno is amazing
Their carnitas - pretty awesome, AND it's on the happy hour menu !
Everything is amazing. Try the choriquezo and the shrimp tacos !
Awesome spot. Amazing service. Get the guac
Carne Asada , Poblano Margarita (with Mescal and Chipotle Salt)
The margarita's are absolutely to die for!
The pulled pork was devine. Falling apart .
Carne Asada was excellent. A bit loud but fun atmosphere .
Great staff and vibes. Get the De Nuevo Leon, Carne Asada ~ Broiled Steak. - aanwar
The Blue Corn Enchiladas are the best singular item, but A Taste of History wI'll get you a pork tamale, chile relleno, cheese enchilada, and beef taco. - Chad Miller
There's great seating up on the second floor. And if they have spaghetti squash when you go, definitely try it! It's so good! - Mere
The street is very good for shopping and walking , everything was nice there :) - Saud'????????