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Monumento Tostada - LA Cha Cha Chá, Los Angeles, CA
Award-winning

LA Cha Cha Chá

4.5
4.5
1338 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
LA Cha Cha Chá is the sister restaurant to Mexico City's Terraza Cha Cha Chá. A place where we celebrate our barrio culture with delicious Mexican food, cocktails, wine, and a wide selection of mezcal and tequila.

HAPPY HOUR SERVICE: Our happy hour is counter-service style. Please order at the bar and seat yourselves. The kitchen closes at 3:30 p.m., but cocktails will flow until 4:00 p.m.

CONTACT INFORMATION: We currently do not have an active phone line. For any inquiries or assistance, please feel free to reach out to us through OpenTable or via email at reservations@chachacha.la.

CANCELLATION POLICY: You have until 5 hours before your reservation to cancel, otherwise, your group will be charged a fee of $35 per person. All reservations have a 15 minute grace period, after this time, your booking will be moved to the top of our waiting list.

- We do not take requests for specific tables
- Reservations are weather permitted

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican, Regional Mexican (Baja Med)
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (213) 555-5555
  • Website
    https://chachacha.la/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paco Moran
  • Private party facilities
    We have limited availability for parties over 9. If a table is unavailable, please reach out to events@chachacha.la
  • Location
    812 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1820
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Arts District
  • Cross Street
    3rd and Traction
  • Parking details
    Metered and unmetered street parking is available all around the neighborhood. There is also a parking garage directly across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • NYE Feliz & Tipsy

    US$112.05 - US$118.28 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    19:30
    Celebrate the New Year high above LA at our rooftop fiesta! Enjoy stunning views, vibrant beats, and a night of magic. Your ticket includes: 🥂 Two handcrafted drinks, 🎶 Music to keep you dancing, passed appetizers from our Michelin Plate kitchen, and more Menu: Pescadillas: Seafood, Mango Salsa, Avocado Purée Ceviche Shooters: Shrimp, Cucumber, Onion, Coconut Brine Taquitos: Potato & Cheese, Salsa Roja, Crema Tostada de Frijol: Black Bean Purée, Spicy Pepita Tamal: Braised Lamb, Crema, Marigold Tinga Tostada: Chicken, Red Onion, Achiote Aioli, Queso 🪑 Tickets do not guarantee a seat/table 💵 Cash bar after drink tickets Doors open at 7:30 PM. 21+ event Come for the views, stay for the vibes. Let's make it a Feliz & Tipsy New Year! 🎉
    NYE Feliz & Tipsy photo

Menu

Appetizers

  • GUACAMOLE *vgUS$16.00

    AVOCADO, SHALLOT, JALAPENO OIL, CORN CHIPS

    • CEVICHE*US$21.00

      CURED SHRIMP, COCONUT BRINE, KUMQUAT, NASTURTIUM

      • AGUACHILE NEGRO*US$23.00

        RAW BAJA YELLOWTAIL, CUCUMBER, RADISH, ONION

        • CALAMARIUS$18.00

          MASA CRUST, BURNT ONION, TOGARASHI, CILANTRO REMOULADE, ZARANDEADO MAYO

          • TAMAL DE QUELITES *vUS$19.00

            WILD GREENS, POBLANO CREAM, QUESO FRESCO

            • PAPAS CHIPOTLE *vUS$12.00

              CHIPOTLE AIOLI, MORITA VINAIGRETTE, MINT, CILANTRO

              • CAESAR SALADUS$18.00

                SWEET GEM LETTUCE, CHARRED SCALLION, CROUTON, WHITE ANCHOVY

                • CHICKENUS$4.00

              • ENSALADA DE MELON *vUS$16.00

                SEASONAL MELON, RADISH, WATERCRESS, CITRUS, WHIPPED RICOTTA

                • BONE MARROW ESQUITESUS$32.00

                  ROASTED BONE MARROW, CORN, PARMESAN CHEESE, CHAPULIN AIOLI

                  • CHOCHOYOTEUS$19.00

                    BIRRIA JUS, MASA DUMPLING, BEET, GIGANTE BEAN

                    • QUESO FUNDIDOUS$16.00

                      CHIHUAHUA CHEESE, MENONITA CHEESE, CHORIZO, NOPALES, ROASTED PEPPER

                      Tacos & Tostadas

                      • ENFRIJOLADA *vUS$12.00

                        SWEET POTATO, SCALLION, BLACK BEAN SAUCE, CREMA

                        • TACO DE POLLOUS$12.00

                          CHICKEN THIGH, SALSA HABANERO, SHALLOT, CILANTRO

                          • TACO DE CHICHARRÓNUS$12.00

                            CONFIT PORK BELLY, PICO DE GALLO, SALSA ROJA, SHALLOT, CILANTRO

                            • DORADOSUS$14.00

                              CARNITAS, SALSA FRESCA, COTIJA CHEESE, CILANTRO

                              • QUESABIRRIAUS$18.00

                                CHIHUAHUA CHEESE, BRISKET, JARDIN, CONSOMMÉ

                                • TOSTADA TERRAZA*US$22.00

                                  BLUE FIN TUNA, CRISPY CILANTRO, CHILE MORITA AIOLI

                                  • TOSTADA DE CALLOUS$18.00

                                    BAJA BAY SCALLOP, CUCUMBER, FENNEL, CHINTEXTLE AIOLI

                                    Mains

                                    Served with blue corn tortillas

                                    • PESCADO CHA CHA CHAUS$34.00

                                      HALIBUT, SALSA VERACRUZ, MARINATED ONIONS

                                      • CHICKEN MOLEUS$39.00

                                        GRILLED MARY'S HALF CHICKEN, STONEFRUIT MOLE, CHARRED PLUM

                                        • CARNITASUS$42.00

                                          HERITAGE CONFIT PORK, GARDEN SALAD, PICO DE GALLO

                                          • MILANESAUS$36.00

                                            BREADED PORK CHOP, SERRANO, CILANTRO, GARLIC JUS

                                            • CARNE ASADAUS$58.00

                                              SKIRT STEAK, BEEF TALLOW, GRILLED VEGETABLES, ESCABECHE

                                              Sides

                                              • ARROZ BLANCOUS$5.00

                                                • FRIJOLES REFRIOTOSUS$5.00

                                                  BLACK BEAN & COTIJA CHEESE

                                                  Cocktails

                                                  • STRAWBERRY MILK PUNCHUS$20.00

                                                    PATRON SILVER, ANGROURANT BRANDY, STRAWBERRY, ALMOND, SUMAC

                                                    • CANTARITOUS$19.00

                                                      DON JULIO BLANCO, GRAPEFRUIT, SODA

                                                      • SPICY PINEAPPLE MARGARITAUS$18.00

                                                        JOSE CUERVO TRADICIONAL, PINEAPPLE, LIME, TAJIN

                                                        • EL TIGRE PENICILLINUS$18.00

                                                          LOST EXPLORER ESPADIN, ALMA TEPEC, GINGER, LEMON

                                                          • PINKIES UPUS$18.00

                                                            LEGENDARIO DOMINGO CENIZO MEZCAL, XILA, STRAWBERRY, LIME

                                                            • JAMAICA MARGARITAUS$18.00

                                                              CENTENARIO AÑEJO, HIBISCUS INFUSED AMARAS VERDE MEZCAL, AGAVE, LIME

                                                              • MEZCALITAUS$19.00

                                                                400 CONEJOS MEZCAL, GUAYABA, PITAYA, SALT

                                                                • BATANGA 2.0US$16.00

                                                                  G4 BLANCO, FERNET VALLET, RAMAZZOTTI, COKE, LIME

                                                                  • SAVED BY THE BELLUS$16.00

                                                                    BANDERO BLANCO, NIXTA CORN LIQUER, METICHE 49 SALMIANA, BELL PEPPER OLEO, LEMON, CELERY BITTERS, SPICY TINCTURE

                                                                    • ZOMBIE ‘24US$20.00

                                                                      CORUBA, SAISON PALE, APPLETON ESTATE, FALERNUM, CINNAMON, GRAPEFRUIT, ORANGE, PERSIMMON, HIBISCUS, POMEGRANATE, ABSINTH

                                                                      Cerveza

                                                                      • CHA CHA CHAUS$16.00

                                                                        MODELO & SHOT OF UNION MEZCAL

                                                                        • MODELO ESPECIAL •US$10.00

                                                                          • NEGRA MODELO US$10.00

                                                                            DARK LAGER

                                                                            • BOOMTOWN BAD HOMBRE US$8.00

                                                                              MEXICAN LAGER

                                                                              • BEER OF CHAMPIONS

                                                                                LITE LAGER

                                                                                • GO BLUE! BUNNY WITH A CHAINSAWUS$13.00

                                                                                  HAZY IPA

                                                                                  • N/A CORONAUS$8.00

                                                                                    Sin-Alcohol

                                                                                    • AGUA DE PIÑAUS$8.00

                                                                                      • AGUA DE JAMAICAUS$8.00

                                                                                        • MEXICAN COKEUS$7.00

                                                                                          • MEXICAN SPRITEUS$7.00

                                                                                            • JARRITOSUS$7.00

                                                                                              Vino

                                                                                              • EL BAJIO

                                                                                                • HENRI LURTON

                                                                                                  • SAUVIGNON BLANC, VALLE DE GUADALUPE, MÉXICO

                                                                                                  • LABERINTO

                                                                                                    GEWURZTRAMINER, SAN LUIS POTOSÍ, MÉXICO

                                                                                                    • CAVA QUINTANILLA

                                                                                                      CHARDONNAY, SAN LUIS POTOSI, MÉXICO

                                                                                                      • CASA MAGONI

                                                                                                        MANAZ, BAJA CALIFORNIA, MÉXICO

                                                                                                        • CASA JIPI

                                                                                                          BARBERA, VALLE DE SAN VICENTE, MÉXICO

                                                                                                          • LABERINTO

                                                                                                            CABERNET/MERLOT/TEMPRANILLO, MOCTEZUMA, MÉXICO

                                                                                                            • CARDENAL

                                                                                                              MALBEC/CALADOC, VALLE DE PARRAS, MÉXICO

                                                                                                              • TRES RAICES

                                                                                                                SANGIOVESE, GUANAJUATO, MÉXICO

                                                                                                                Last updated: 16 November 2024

                                                                                                                What 1,338 people are saying

                                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                4.5
                                                                                                                4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                • 4.5Food
                                                                                                                • 4.4Service
                                                                                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                • 4.1Value

                                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                                • Downtown

                                                                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                LA Cha Cha Chá offers a vibrant rooftop experience with "outstanding service" and a "beautiful LA patio" setting. The menu combines traditional Mexican flavors with creative twists, featuring must-try dishes like the churro dessert and carne asada. While some find it pricey, many "love this place" for its ambiance and unique cocktails.

                                                                                                                1,338 Reviews

                                                                                                                1. FranciscoM

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Orange County

                                                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Our server, Fidel was awesome and attentive. He helped up decide our drinks and meal. The calamari was delectable. The quesabirria was savory but not salty and the sauce had just the right amount of heat like a fancy French dip but with much more flavor. The carne asada with vegetables was delicious with lots of flavors as well. The Don Fulano imperial extra añejo was my favorite. It was a great way to celebrate my birthday!

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                                                                                                                2. Violet

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  72 reviews

                                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                                  72 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                  The food overall was very good especially the calamari and pork shoulder. The waiter was very friendly and helpful. Only drawback was the ladies restroom which was messy and one stall missing toilet paper. It was towards end of the night but it should still be attended to.
                                                                                                                  LA Cha Cha CháResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                  Hi Violet, Thank you for the kind words about our food and service! We're thrilled you enjoyed the calamari and pork shoulder (two of our favorites 🥳). Sorry about the restroom situation toward the end of the night — not the kind of experience we want you to have. We’ll make sure it’s attended to more consistently. Hope to see you again soon for more good eats and good vibes! - LA Cha Cha Cha Team

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                                                                                                                3. Bruce

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  64 reviews

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  64 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                  Front desk not helpful - too busy pushing people to the bar or chatting with their friends to actually seat people with reservations promptly. Food is just ok. Basically Ensenada beach bar food. Expensive! Tamal was the best. Caesar was boring.
                                                                                                                  LA Cha Cha CháResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                  Hi Bruce, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear we missed the mark on hospitality and timing — that’s not the vibe we want to give off. We’ll address this with our team to make sure everyone feels taken care of. We appreciate the feedback on the food, too (glad the tamal was a win! 🌟). We hope you'll give us another shot to provide the experience you deserve! - LA Cha Cha Cha Team

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                                                                                                                4. Augustine

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Authentic Mexican food. Excellent flavor and only the best ingredients and presentation.

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                                                                                                                5. Sheyla

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                  I think I would have had a better experience if we had better service. Our waitress was really rude, took forever to attend to us, and messed up our order. For the price of the food, I expect better service.
                                                                                                                  LA Cha Cha CháResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                                  Hi Sheyla, We’re really sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. Good service is just as important to us as good food. We will make sure our team is reminded of the importance of attentive, friendly service. Hope we get another opportunity to show you the experience we’re known for. Thank you for your feedback — it helps us do better! - LA Cha Cha Cha Team

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                                                                                                                6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  One of the best rooftop patios in the city! Food and cocktails are always exceptional!

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                                                                                                                7. Shelby

                                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                  Pretty/vibey location on a rooftop, but the service and food are lacking. Not good Mexican food, and service was extremely slow. We ate for 2+ hours and water refills were never ordered, cocktails came out well after appetizers, and entrees took another 30+ minutes (tacos, quesadillas). Probably great for views and a drink, but I'd go elsewhere for dinner.

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                                                                                                                8. Tommie

                                                                                                                  Orange County

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                  Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Service was great. Second visit. Most salsas don’t pass the flavor tests. We struggled. Quac was decent. Carne asada was the best both times and fish was a miss. We stifled to enjoy. Drinks were acceptable but missing something

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                                                                                                                9. Eliza

                                                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                                                  6 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  6 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Consistently good food & service. Great for groups. Highly recommend the carnitas & carne asada.

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                                                                                                                10. Dahlia

                                                                                                                  Central Coast

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                                                  Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                  Delicious, creative, high-quality food in a beautiful setting. Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. Very positive dining experience.

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                                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                                LA Cha Cha Chá is rated 4.5 stars by 1338 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                                19:00
                                                                                                                Booked 24 times today
                                                                                                                Experiences are available.
                                                                                                                Google Map for LA Cha Cha Chá

                                                                                                                812 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1820

                                                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                                • Award-winning
                                                                                                                  1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                                                  3rd and Traction
                                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                                  Arts District
                                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                  Happy Hour Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                                  Mexican, Regional Mexican, Regional Mexican (Baja Med)
                                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                                  Metered and unmetered street parking is available all around the neighborhood. There is also a parking garage directly across the street from the restaurant.
                                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                  Paco Moran
                                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                                  Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                                                                • Website
                                                                                                                  https://chachacha.la/
                                                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                                                  (213) 555-5555
                                                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                  We have limited availability for parties over 9. If a table is unavailable, please reach out to events@chachacha.la
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