Best Happy Hour Hotspots Mexican Restaurants in Hollywood
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
El Zarape Vine
Sibling-run agave bar with a full taco, birria, and ceviche lineup.
Notable Picks
8.2
Just off Hollywood & Vine, El Zarape Vine is a sibling-run cantina built around tacos, ceviches, and a deep agave list. It feels more like a neighborhood bar than a tourist stop, with late hours, strong margaritas, and a menu that leans hard into birria, tinga, and shareable nachos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria, Ceviche Mixto, Carne Asada Fries
What Makes it Special: Sibling-run agave bar with a full taco, birria, and ceviche lineup.
8
Te’kila has been pouring tequila and rolling burritos on Hollywood Boulevard since 2010, blending sports-bar energy with a full Mexican menu. Between happy hour margaritas, game-day crowds, and late-night service, its steak and shrimp burritos function as sturdy fuel for a long night on the Walk of Fame.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada Steak Burrito, Shrimp burrito, Bean & cheese burrito
What Makes it Special: Tequila-heavy sports bar with full burrito plates and late hours.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Trejo’s Cantina brings Danny Trejo’s playful take on tacos, bowls, and margaritas to a lively corner of Cahuenga. The menu leans toward healthier-leaning Mexican with vegan options, while the space functions as a buzzy hangout for pre-bar hops and casual meetups. It’s less chef-driven than some neighbors, but the branding, music, and crowd keep it feeling current.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carnitas taco or street tacos trio, Cauliflower or jackfruit taco, Trejo’s nachos
What Makes it Special: A celebrity-backed cantina with colorful tacos, margaritas, and a lively soundtrack.
7.6
Mr Tempo Cantina is a high-energy Hollywood Boulevard spot where oversized cocktails, loud music, and colorful Mexican plates define the experience. Expect a party-forward vibe with everything from tacos and ceviches to brunch dishes served late into the night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Belly Bites, Ceviche Duo, Steak and Eggs
What Makes it Special: Lively cantina where big cocktails and Mexican plates meet nightclub energy.