Mercado

Introducing Mercado: A Mexican Cocktail Bar with a Twist

Mercado, located at 7910 W 3rd St in Los Angeles, is not your average Mexican restaurant. Specializing in cocktails with a Mexican flair, this trendy spot offers a unique dining experience that will leave your taste buds craving more.

With a menu filled with Pescatarian, Vegan, and Vegetarian options, Mercado caters to a diverse range of dietary preferences. The restaurant is known for its innovative dishes, such as the shrimp camarones with lime rice and black beans, which are a must-try for seafood lovers.

Customer reviews rave about the Mercado margarita, choriqueso, tacos al pastor, and carnitas tacos, all of which are praised for their delicious flavors and tender, juicy meat. The guacamole and chips are also a crowd favorite, with many diners recommending them as a must-order appetizer.

One of the highlights of Mercado is its impressive cocktail selection, featuring house wines, sangria, and some of the best margaritas in LA. The restaurant's happy hour specials make it a popular spot for after-work drinks or casual gatherings with friends.

While parking may be a bit challenging, the friendly and attentive staff, along with the vibrant indoor and outdoor ambiance, make dining at Mercado a truly enjoyable experience.

Whether you're looking for a new spot for happy hour or a place to indulge in flavorful Mexican cuisine, Mercado is definitely worth a visit. So, make a reservation or simply walk in and experience the unique flavors and vibrant atmosphere that this Latinx-owned gem has to offer.

Mercado Menu

Location

Address: 7910 W 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: (323) 944-0947

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WED 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRI 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Walk-ins Welcome
    Yes
  • Pescatarian Options
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking, Valet Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Best nights on Monday, Friday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Latinx-owned
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Not Good For Dancing
    No
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Private Dining
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Plastic-free packaging
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Pepper B.

    18 May 2024

    This Michelin star restaurant has quite the menu and some intricate specials. The dip duo, guac, salsa and queso was not the epic app I was wanting it to be. We thought the chips were a little too thick The shrimp camarones was absolutely delicious and that lime rice mixed with a side of their black beans is the way to go. Loved this dish. My friend had one of the specials the sea bass and she devoured it before I even got a taste of it so I'm going to say she gave it two thumbs up. The margs and non-alcoholic drinks were solid as well. The server had an amazing knowledge of the menu and really went into detail on the specials which we enjoyed. Five star staff! The vibe was very open concept with lots of large communal tables. It's funny that on the same street we usually go to El Carmen and we're always told they have too many reservations and they squeeze us in just barely each time. Here we are at a Michelin star restaurant and we just walked right in no reservation, no problem. Seated immediately. Thought that was strange but glad we have two choices for Mexican food on 3rd Street.

  • Author: Kristen C.

    11 May 2024

    Fantastic happy hour! Tried the choriqueso, tacos al pastor, and carnitas tacos, all were delicious. The meat in the tacos was so tender and juicy-especially the carnitas. We also tried the Mercado margarita and the flor de Jamaica which was like a hibiscus margarita and very refreshing. Service was quick and attentive. And the high tops by the window are a great place to people watch along third street. Would absolutely recommend!

  • Author: FlyAround C.

    08 May 2024

    A friend and I went for HH on a Tuesday. Positives: The ambience was on point with an indoor/outdoor vibe. Bar area looked inviting. Food was very aesthetically pleasing and tasted delicious. We seemed to have two server, one who initially greeted us and took out drink order and the second who followed up with the drinks and food order. Both were friendly and personable. Negatives: the guy at the host desk wasn't friendly, no smile. Parking is find your own spot. Since it was early afternoon we were able to find parking in a nearby neighborhood. We also saw a parking lot across the street and down a little from Mercado. Most negative for me was that I could smell the cleaning agent the entire time I was sitting in the restaurant. It smelt like Fabuloso which wasn't pleasant to us.

  • Author: Alethea D.

    09 April 2024

    Tacos (pork and steak) + their guac & chips. Drinks: Ordered a Cucumber Margarita. Overall 8/10. Services is good & fast.

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