Casa Vega Restaurant
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Customer Reviews (143 reviews)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jun 13, 2011My first impression of this place was a very very good impression indeed. There is nothing negative I can say about this place. (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jun 09, 2011This place is perfect for dates due to the dimly lit ambiance which, surprisingly wasn't so bad. (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jun 06, 2011I love going to Casa Vega for lunch or dinner. I have been a fan for many years and always think of Casa Vega first when I think of Mexican restaurants, Sometimes it takes time to get seated when they are busy, but you can... (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jun 02, 2011Went to this restaurant when nobody really knew about it (about 10 years ago). The food was excellent (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book May 27, 2011A staple in the valley, I was really excited to try it. Unfortunately it came up short. I base this review solely on service and food.I would give this place for 4 stars for ambiance alone. This place has definitely got... (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book May 26, 2011I received the chips and salsa (which was pretty good) and water pretty quickly and then my waiter came to take my order. The drinks are pretty good (they dont skip on the liquor), so no complaints there. I ordered the... (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book May 24, 2011"Pricing is on the high side here, but the food is soooo good! As a fan of Jeff Lewis, we had to go check it out since we were passing through town. We arrived before the dinner rush and didn't want to pay for valet parking,... (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book May 18, 2011They have great food here. The service is always great too. I like it. (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book May 11, 2011The bartenders are really cool cats that create a little more atmosphere with great stories, magic tricks and strong drinks (the Cadillac, double Patron marg was great, but pricey; $16).... (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book May 05, 2011Was there early to get a good seat at the bar for the 1st game of the NBA Finals. Friendly people all over the place, everyone is mingling and having a great time... No one seemed to have attitude and groups overlap in... (more)
Summer D.
on Judys Book May 03, 2011i'd be found there 5 days a week. Great food, awesome drinks, and best night out of the week is like Sunday's... It's always packed, and food is always served.. (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book Apr 26, 2011Its one of those places that can floor you with the chips and salsa before the main course even arrives! (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Mar 14, 2011Been going here since I was a youngin'. A lot of things have changed, like the addition of the annoying buzzer-thing, but the tasty enchiladas have remained the same. Same thing with the chips and salsa. That's all I... (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Feb 25, 2011I have been coming here for 22 years and love it. While it's not the best mexican food, they do serve up tasty dishes. Their salsa and house tostadas are my personal favorites. And I can't forget to mention their awesome... (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book Feb 16, 2011If you're in the area and want the authentic Mexican experience... This is it!When I say authentic I'm not talkin a truck or some hole in the wall. This place is a piece of history. It's like being in a movie, the food,... (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book Feb 07, 2011Let me just say this, I'm really not a fan of Mexican food. In fact, you could even say that I strongly dislike it. The mere thought of how burritos are made and eaten gross me out. It's just a glob of crap mixed together in a... (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jan 20, 2011Good food, great service. This place always has the best food. (more)
Guest 9.
on Judys Book Jan 07, 2011My absolute favorite place for Mexican food. The Tostada Chickita is the best salad ever... always great with the combo or lobster enchiladas. (more)
Guest U.
on Judys Book Jan 03, 2011Best Mexican in the area. Went on a weekend night and the place was packed. We arrived around 830pm and stood outside for 5 minutes for a spot in the bar area. We then ordered a couple of delicious margaritas (sweet and... (more)
Summer D.
on Judys Book Dec 29, 2010We live within walking distance of this restaurant and any time people want to get together even if we suggest at their house -- they want to go with us to Casa Vega. It has great food, fast service and tasty margaritas.... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Dec 21, 2010Excellent, authentic Mexican food. I had the carnitas de puerco, they were juicy and moist. The tortilla soup was amazing and the corn tortillas were absolutely perfect.Great service, even better margaritas.I... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Dec 08, 2010Big fan of the CASA VEGA. Its one of those places that can floor you with the chips and salsa before the main course even arrives! Kind of a wait usually, but really good for late night Mexican cravings. Plus awesome... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Dec 07, 2010Mood, food, service, price - what's not to like? I've never waited the extortionate guesstimate they give you at the door for your table - if they say 40 minutes you'll be seated in 12. The ambience and the really solid... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Dec 06, 2010I grew up in the hood and have been going here for 30+ years, before it turned into a "nightclub".Bottom line: Beer, Tequila and the best cheese enchiladas and beef tacos in the land. The rice and beans beat out all the... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Nov 22, 2010I have drunk a lot of different kinds of margarita's from here to Puerto Vallarta and this one was by far the best. The food is delicious, but really expensive for Mexican food, but whatever, I love this place, itÂ’s... (more)
Guest G.
on Judys Book Nov 18, 2010Been going here since I was a youngin'. A lot of things have changed, like the addition of the annoying buzzer-thing, but the tasty enchiladas have remained the same. Same thing with the chips and salsa. That's all I... (more)
MIKE
on Yahoo Mar 12, 2010Attitude without the goods to back it up! If you looking for a really long wait, poor attitude / treatment from the staff / management, and so so mexican food this is the place. My family and myself have stopped going to... (more)
Argobjork
on Yahoo Feb 14, 2010My friends and I all went to Casa Vega for dinner last month. We all ordered different things, but with no meat. We are all VEGETARIANS. We told the waiter this, and asked him if the re-fried beans had LARD in them or if... (more)
Lhutch
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2009This place is great! I love the crab and shrimp enchiladas. The margaritas are awesome and definitely pack a punch. Really... the only problem is that it's far from my home, so I don't get to go there too often.... (more)
JCampbellLA
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2009My family has been going to Casa Vega for three generations. It is true Mexican food with extremely potent margaritas. It is crawling with celebs, hollywood insiders and Valley locals. My favorites are the crispy... (more)
mginhwd
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2009I had never heard of or been to Casa Vega before a friends B-Day celebration in August. I'm one of those Los Angeleno's who can be kinda snobby like the part where I've always proclaimed about my dismal discourse... (more)
Kristen Wallace Tostado
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2009Look no further for a great time with awesome food and a festive atmosphere. I am always on the hunt for better Mexican cuisine and I've found it at Casa Vega. The margaritas are legit, fresh salsas and the food is... (more)
Cory LA
on Citysearch Aug 30, 2009I had heard a lot about this place from friends and wanted to give it a shot - I must say I was very disappointed. I had the tortilla soup, which I thought would be amazing - not so much. I also tried the burrito, the "oven"... (more)
honeysuckles
on Citysearch Jun 21, 2009Had dinner here with a friend for the first time and we loved it. The restaurant was crowded but we didn't wait long to get a table. The food was delicious and the portions generous. i would definitely go back to this... (more)
ScottVanT
on Citysearch Jan 29, 2009I've been looking for somewhere to get my margaritas-and-not-necessarily-gourmet-food since moving to Sherman Oaks. I needed something to fill the void left by El Coyote. Two of us stopped into Casa Vega for... (more)
jenniferlehman
on Citysearch Jan 11, 2009I recently went to Casa Vega with some out of town guests. I knew it would be crowded on a Friday night at 8pm, but we wall wanted some good Mexican food. I was told from the hostess that there was only a 20 minute wait.... (more)
bromegrass
on Citysearch Dec 17, 2008I don?t get it? They charge a premium for mediocre food and horrible service. My son lives in the area and has taken me there twice. The first time I had a carne asada burrito that was more bean than beef plus ridiculously... (more)
Amirah33
on Citysearch Dec 17, 2008I just had a Holiday party with my company at Casa Vega. I can not believe the hurry they were in to kick us out. We were a party of ten+ and our tab was over $500 and the waiter just came and left it on the table, we were not even... (more)
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cje1978
on Citysearch Oct 22, 2008this place is awesome, i used to go all the time (including 3 visits in one day on one occasion) when my friends lived in sherman oaks and i still make the trip from santa monica whenever i can. the wait is never as long as... (more)
wise1too
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2008This place is a testament to the stupidity of diners or the triumph of a great location over quality. Good atmosphere, average food, and prices that are not outrageously high but you can go elsewhere and pay less. Does... (more)
Buster0102
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2008I have been here many times. They always say the wait will be about 40 minutes (you'll see...) but I have never waited more than 10 minutes (you'll see...). The food is good, the ambiance is great, the margaritas are... (more)
sounik1
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2008I was apprehensive about this place, judging from the reviews I saw online. But, the hostess wasn't bad, she even seated us without our full party (2/3 were there, so it wasnt that bad.) The waiter was dismissive but... (more)
spiritedfire
on Yahoo Apr 02, 2008I am really shocked to hear anything bad about Casa Vega. I have been going there for 10 years. Love the dark atmospere, great margaritas, love the staff (most have worked there for 30+ years) that says something about... (more)
mad valley girl
on Yahoo Mar 09, 2008Rude staff and horrible treatment! This place obviously thinks it's the new skybar or something. They don't take reservations and yet they will seat 'certain people' right away (who aren't even celebrities - just... (more)
vsusa
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2007Best margaritas in town! The chips are really good, too. I think the food is OK and have yet to discover my favorite dish there. I mainly go for the margaritas and the atmosphere. I love the dark decor and comfy booths.... (more)
the_professor
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2007I just got home from eating at Casa Vega. It cost me and my girl friend over $70.00 and the food was garbage, it was worst than garbage. My girlfriend went right to the bathroom and sat on the toilet for over an hour. My... (more)
beachbum82
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007I ended up eating here one night with some co-workers and it was fantastic. Their was about a 20 minute wait so by the time we got seated i was super hungry. It was totally worth the wait. The food was amazing! I loved the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007Me and my husband went their one night and i loved it, the food, margaritas, everything about it. You'll feel comftroble their. Our waiter LEO was faboulous too!!! (more)
dgc1987
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2007Ok, I can't really speak about the service because the owner was a client and I'm sure that his staff went out of the way to make us feel wanted. But, man! The food is always great and they've got margaritas on tap that will... (more)
dburkle
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2007The food at Casa Vega has always been exceptional. The service is inconsistent. I've waited as long as 10 minutes to be greeted and my water doesn't always get refilled as quickly as I'd like. I'm also not a fan of how... (more)
yorki_dad
on Citysearch Aug 16, 2007Ok people, I've read the reviews and it's time for all you all to know what's the real deal with this place. I started eating here, 1st time at lunch, over 20 years ago. Number 1. they still have 6 servers still on staff... (more)
tleeg
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2007ok, to be honest, the food here is awesome, they give you plenty and it is SOOO good. you ready for the cons? they are very high, its mexician food for gods sake, 5 of us costed $109.00 and 1 person had a margarita, the... (more)
bilsof
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2007I was happy when I moved back to Sherman Oaks so that I could again go to Casa Vega on a regular basis. The margaritas are great and I have never had one bad meal there. However, the hostess are so rude and it is amazing how... (more)
key_of_h
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2007And Found totally lacking. At first, we though the rude service was a gimmick, you know, like those '50's places. But it wasn't. And only after we received plates of subpar mexican food (which I was hoping would make... (more)
kwinston76
on Citysearch Jun 13, 2007I lauged when I read the last review, the reviewer obviously hasn't a clue about how much things should or shouldn't cost or taste!! I go to this place at least once a week, so I feel I must defend it! First, the valet... (more)
criticjrb
on Citysearch Feb 18, 2007i live close to this restaurant and eat here often, but i was appalled at my experience last night. we were initially told the wait would be an hour to an hour and a half for our 9 person party. naturally, we waited at bar to... (more)
mishyl
on Citysearch Jan 16, 2007On Dec.16, 2006 my husband, son and myself drove up the parking area and asked the valet guy if the place was full. It was about 930pm. The valet guy was kind enough to run in and check. He came out and said the hostess said... (more)
benwaugh
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2007i used to get carpet-bombed on a regular basis at this el-dive-o. the only thing worse than the food was the service. the place always smelled of burnt fat and chender. my advice, do your quality drinking before you... (more)
ninom
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2007I can only say if you think Casa Vega has anything to offer you have never left S.O. or the Valley. Over priced terrible food, worse service. Do yourself a favor don't ask questions as to what is in the Marg. you won't like... (more)
lorifrank
on Citysearch Dec 22, 2006I live very close to Casa Vega and have been there many many occasions on a friday or saturday when I was packed into the bar to wait for my table. Last TUESDAY I went to the restaurant with my husband at 8pm. The bar was only... (more)
sketer54
on Citysearch Dec 15, 2006First of all, we all know the food is just o.k. We were in the area and decided to have a few margaritas just to take the edge off of a long day. We had extra time to hang and wait for a table, so we did. After @ an hour a table was... (more)
joecougar5
on Citysearch Dec 13, 2006I have only tried one dish here in three visits but it is so good I can't get myself to order anything else,so this is only a review of the Mexican steak (I can't remember the name in Spanish,just ask for a steak) Oh,the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 08, 2006We had a great time there. It is a little retro-1960's rat pack in its decor/lighting, but that sort of ads to its personality. The food is good, but we liked it mainly as a good hangout with friends/laughs. I disagree... (more)
mswstein
on Citysearch Dec 07, 2006I have been going to Casa Vega for over 20 years. The food and service is always great. I personally know the owner and to throw out baseless accusations against him is totally unfair and innappropriate, not to mention... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 06, 2006First of all, we all know the food is just o.k. We were in the area and decided to have a few margaritas just to take the edge off of a long day. We had extra time to hang and wait for a table, so we did. After @ an hour a table was... (more)
theothernite
on Citysearch Dec 06, 2006First of all, we all know the food is just o.k. We were in the area and decided to have a few margaritas just to take the edge off of a long day. We had extra time to hang and wait for a table, so we did. After @ an hour a table was... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 26, 2006I won't say its bad. The best thing there are the chips and salsa (guacamole dip is pasty). The food was ok, but i expected more. Prices and serv. ok. (more)
gretta7
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2006Hate that you always have to wait an hour to get a table here...but the food is good. Embarrassed that the employees have to wear such ridiculous outfits, but nonetheless, the service is good. Prices are decent, but... (more)
kkmw36
on Citysearch Nov 21, 2006I'm confused, why all the hype about this place? The food is average at best, nothing truly new or inventive or even all that flavorful. Its definitely a place to see and be seen but other than that, its not really worth... (more)
kmetzinger
on Citysearch Oct 25, 2006I heard a lot of good things about this place but when I finally went there it was bad. First of all everyone working there looked like their puppies had all been murdered, mopy and lathargic. We ordered some appetizers... (more)
criticatheart
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2006This place is so good!!! the mexican food here comes in big portions, probably enough for two people!!It's somewhat on the expensive side but you are guaranteed not to let that affect your tastebuds!!it is very dark... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Aug 28, 2006another really bad mexican restaurant: despite it's cool 70's inspired, dim lighted dining area and it's comfortable environs, casa vega's food is about one step above the frozen food section at yr local... (more)
kandi380
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2006All I can say is "Wow." The drinks are great (just the house margarita alone will give you a buzz). The food and atmosphere certainly makes up for the sometimes crowded scene at the bar. If you want to get a seat, I find it... (more)
shoegal84
on Citysearch Jun 28, 2006The food is good, the drinks are good, and the people in there are interesting to watch. The only draw back is that this place seems to always be jam packed, but it is worth the wait as others have mentioned.... (more)
rsmorrow
on Citysearch May 16, 2006It's surprising to find such a beautiful and colorful crowd in this Studio City hole in the wall. The margaritas are expensive but done well. And the food is surprisingly good. However, you should go to Casa Vega for... (more)
JAMES
on Yahoo May 05, 2006gotta have the starter tostada salad: no matter what else you order on the menu make sure when they say soup or salad that you say you want the tostada salad. it is to die for. a great place overall that I have been going to... (more)
mgm05
on Citysearch May 04, 2006We tried casa vega on a Thursday evening with a group of friends. I was a little skeptical because of some of the reviews on this site but we were pleasantly surprised. We had great service, great food and great... (more)
jtully
on Citysearch May 02, 2006Although Casa Vega is always crawling with people, a few bucks to the restaurant manager might get you seated faster. (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Apr 02, 2006<b>The Scene<br></b>The dim, festive interior is highlighted by framed bullfighting paintings, faux Tiffany lamps and red vinyl banquettes that host local families, rowdy young partiers and celebrities.... (more)
grub
on Citysearch Mar 23, 2006Great flavor. Prompt seating. They were not stingy with their portions. (more)
banchewmn
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2006I brought my friend for lunch. Although the margaritas tasted good, they called the drink a double (joke) and it cost $27.50 for two. The food was even worse. The pork tostada had about 5 little pieces of meat and mostly... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Jan 27, 2006My favorite restaurant/bar in LA...: Great atmosphere, friendly service, excellent margaritas, good food... what more could you want? There's a reason the celebrities come to C.V. quietly and why it's always... (more)
chaselangford
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2006From tacky "CV" topiary out front to the cheesey interior, this is the place to go to let your hair down, have good Mexican food, and let go of any pretense. Too bad they added those twinkly white lights inside, a few... (more)
sarambz
on Citysearch Dec 24, 2005Anyone who says the food here is bad, is just plain crazy. I have been going to Casa Vega for over 7 years and I have never had a bad meal! The service is fast once you get seated which can take a while on the busy weekend... (more)
xxuviolkd
on Yahoo Dec 16, 2005Dark and cozy: The first time we walked in I couldn't see at all for about 5 minutes. But we really like dark and cozy atmospheres. And there is just something about their food that comes together for us. We usually... (more)
margie2265
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005i don't know how this place hasn't closed yet. the food is greasy and unappetizing, the service is SLOW and the prices are too high for the caliber of food that it is. the fames margaritas aren't any better than i can make... (more)