LA residents and visitors alike know that Southern California is one of the best spots in the country to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. With its Mexican-American scene, multicultural flair, and rich history, LA provides one of the best of Southern California’s choices for Cinco de Mayo fun. Casa Vega in the San Fernando Valley provides the old-school Hollywood charm and authentic Mexican atmosphere that makes it the perfect spot to spend Cinco de Mayo this year.
Although many Americans mistakenly believe that Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican Independence Day – that’s actually on September 16th – Casa Vega is one of the rare establishments that get it right. Cinco de Mayo is essentially a way to remember Mexico’s victory over the French army in the Battle of Puebla. As such, Casa Vega truly celebrates the unexpected victory of the underdog with the true joy and passion only a long-surviving family establishment can.
Stop in to Casa Vega this year for its classic combo plates, popular with the area’s oldest and most well-known families as well as Hollywood’s elite. As always, Casa Vega’s full list of creative Mexican cocktails and fine Mexican wine will be sure to make your Cinco de Mayo worth remembering.
Casa Vega Prominent Mexican Restaurant 