Bar Amá

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4.9

449 Reviews

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

9:00 PM

Great for happy hour
Charming
Innovative

Bar Amá is a Tex-Mex restaurant located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Our outdoor patio is available only on Friday & Saturday evenings (weather permitting). If you have any questions, please e-mail us at info@bar-ama.com or visit bar-ama.com.

"Fideo and borracho beans with cilantro and pork belly simmering on the stove, the spicy warmth of menudo every Christmas and New Year’s, egg salad with a fried egg between a butter toasted bolillo, and puffy tacos stuffed with lengua carnitas and crushed avocado and doused with pequin chile vinegar salsa. These are just some of the dishes that have inspired me – the food that I was nurtured with by the women who raised me. Bar Amá is my interpretation of their Tex-Mex." – Chef Josef Centeno

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 687-8002
Website
http://www.bar-ama.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Josef Centeno
Catering
Email info@bar-ama.com for info about catering.
Private party facilities
Email info@bar-ama.com for info about private events.

Location
118 W 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Spring
Parking details
Ample street parking and non-affiliated lots also available.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Made-to-Order Guacamole^$12.00
rick's local organic avocados, cilantro, serrano, celery
Tex-Mex Queso^$10.00
avocado, sour cream, salsa
Cashew Poblano Queso^$13.00
cashews, garlic, onion
Deviled Eggs$7.00
pork belly, limo driver
Radsihes w/ Goat Cheese Butter$7.00
turnips, parsley, sea salt
Taquitos^$11.00
potato, cheddar, jack, poblano, aguacate, crema

Seafood

Peel 'N' Eat Shrimp$16.00
chile, peanuts, lime, tortillas
Shrimp Ceviche$17.00
garlic, shallots, baby tomatoes, cotija, lime
Fideo & Octopus$18.00
paprika Oil, tomatillo, toasted pepitas
Fish Tacos$12.00
kanpachi, beer batter, pepper crema slaw, radish

Meat

Crispy Pork Belly$14.00
cream, pickled grapes, poblano, fennel, pickled lemon
Slow Roasted Beef Belly$15.00
cotija, pomegranate, cilantro. onion
Cochinita Pibil Quesadilla$16.00
flour tortilla, cheddar, monterey jack, guacamole, pineapple, habanero, escabeche
Seared Lengua$18.00
potato, avocado, corn tortillas, chimichurri, radish, pea, tendrils

Fajitas^

1 LB protein, flour or corn tortillas, cabbage, charred onion, beans & rice, crema, cotija, salmorejo

Chicken Cilantro$32.00
Pork Asada$34.00
Beef Fajitas$40.00

Enchiladas^

$12; Choice of either: duck, chicken, lengua, short rib, picadillo $3; Make it combo with beans & rice, tortilla and cabbage: $4

Ama's Enchiladas
carrot sofrito, queso fresco, potato
Mole Enchiladas
mole, queso fresco, pomegranate, almond
Mom's Green Enchiladas
cheddar, monterey jack, tomatillo

Lä Familia

Please allow extra time. All dishes include flour tortillas

Lamb Birria$36.00
cilantro, tomato, onion
Chipotle Chicken
chile, cotija
- Half$26.00
- Whole$42.00
Plato a La Parilla [Family Meal]$26.00
pork chorizo, beef rib, cecina, borracho beans, nopales / avocado salad, flour tortillas

Nachos

Add Caviar to Nachos: Trout Roe $34 / White Sturgeon $56 (28g, served on ice)

Nachos Compuestos$12.00
tortilla chips, jalapenos, cheese, crema, guacamole

Vegetables

Roasted Sweet Potato$11.00
piconcillo butter, crema, mint, sea salt
Fried Squash Blossoms$14.00
calabacitas, cascabel pimenton, jalapeno honey
Broccolini$14.00
arbol salsa, lemon, tepin, sea salt
Jicama Salad$14.00
cucumber, papaya, pomegranate, mango, fish sauce, pickled serrano
Cauliflower & Cilantro Pesto$14.00
cashew, lime, cotija, onion
Blistered Brussels Sprouts$14.00
chipotle crema, pickled onion, herbs

Amå's Fävorites

Short Rib Chalupa$18.00
guacamole, beans, bus driver, slaw cotija
Bus Driver Wings$14.00
smoked bus driver, avocado crema, ranch, slaw
Mondongo$16.00
oxtail, tripe, chickpea, tomatillo, slaw
- Vegan$12.00
Chile Relleno$16.00
beef picadillo, rice, beans, zucchini, cotija
Albondigas$16.00
parsley. tomatillo. fried egg, sopa

What 449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Downtown
Best Service
Downtown
Best Value
Downtown
Innovative
Downtown
Good for groups
Downtown
Healthy
Downtown
Neighborhood gem
Downtown
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bar Amá offers a "fantastic experience" with outstanding food and service. Standout dishes include the "bbq chicken ribs" and "crispy duck quesoritto." Guests rave about the "best margaritas in town" and the lively yet relaxed atmosphere. With inventive cuisine and "amazing vegetarian" options, Bar Amá is a must-visit in LA.

449 Reviews

N
Nicole
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great dinner! The drinks and food were great. We had amazing service and really enjoyed the ambiance. Would definitely love to go back!
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MissDTLA
Las Vegas
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great date night at Bar Ama! Can't wait to go back🤌🏾
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Ian
Los Angeles
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As we were leaving after another delectable meal, a couple of folx were about to enter the restaurant. One of them turned to us and asked, how is the food here? My partner and I said in unison, amazing! Bar Ama remains a favorite, easily among our favorite restaurants anywhere. We appreciate especially the number of vegan/vegetarian options.
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Susan
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great spot! The food plentiful and delicious and very fresh. The staff and service was exceptional. We will be back for sure
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Maya
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Puffy tacos were out of this world. Cool vibe, great staff. Will return!
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Hugo
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The music needs to be turned down so guests can talk!!!
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Martha
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect dinner! The place wasn't even busy on a Wednesday so I just gotta say ya'll are missing out! Easy reservation, great menu, great drinks and the food was perfect! Large portions too!! Our server was wonderful and the bill was reasonable:) Highly recommend!
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Tracy
Denver
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Always delicious, inventive food. Friendly patrons and staff. Sweet potato Dorado is a must. Suggest they invest in better speakers for the music, or turn down the volume.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, laid back atmosphere. Highly recommend
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Joel
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As delicious as ever! The crispy duck quesoritto is a true highlight along with the irresistible baby corn. There needs to be 10-Star option for Bar Ama.
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FAQs

Bar Amá offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 687-8002.

Bar Amá is rated 4.9 stars by 449 OpenTable diners.

Bar Amá does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

9:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

118 W 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90013

Additional information

Cross street
Spring
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample street parking and non-affiliated lots also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Josef Centeno
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bar-ama.com/
Phone number
(213) 687-8002
Catering
Email info@bar-ama.com for info about catering.
Private party facilities
Email info@bar-ama.com for info about private events.

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Bar Amá

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Starters

Made-to-Order Guacamole^$12.00

Tex-Mex Queso^$10.00

Cashew Poblano Queso^$13.00

Deviled Eggs$7.00

Radsihes w/ Goat Cheese Butter$7.00

Taquitos^$11.00

Seafood

Peel 'N' Eat Shrimp$16.00

Shrimp Ceviche$17.00

Fideo & Octopus$18.00

Fish Tacos$12.00

Meat

Crispy Pork Belly$14.00

Slow Roasted Beef Belly$15.00

Cochinita Pibil Quesadilla$16.00

Seared Lengua$18.00

Fajitas^

Chicken Cilantro$32.00

Pork Asada$34.00

Beef Fajitas$40.00

Enchiladas^

Ama's Enchiladas

Mole Enchiladas

Mom's Green Enchiladas

Lä Familia

Lamb Birria$36.00

Chipotle Chicken

Plato a La Parilla [Family Meal]$26.00

Nachos

Nachos Compuestos$12.00

Vegetables

Roasted Sweet Potato$11.00

Fried Squash Blossoms$14.00

Broccolini$14.00

Jicama Salad$14.00

Cauliflower & Cilantro Pesto$14.00

Blistered Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Amå's Fävorites

Short Rib Chalupa$18.00

Bus Driver Wings$14.00

Mondongo$16.00

Chile Relleno$16.00

Albondigas$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bar Amá offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bar Amá restaurant rated?

Does Bar Amá offer gift cards?

Is Bar Amá currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card