Mercado - Los Angeles

4.6

810 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Innovative
Romantic
Good for groups

Mercado on 3rd St. is the 2nd location for partners Jesse Gomez and Executive Chef Jose Acevedo. The restaurant is an inventive mix of food, atmosphere and tradition, reflecting the heart & soul of new Mexican dining. The restaurant is set up as several different spaces, with the main dining area as a covered patio space that looks out to 3rd street for a beautiful view. The open air bar is a relaxing way to enjoy a cocktail and food. The menu exemplifies the cuisine and flavor of the partners Mexican roots, featuring items such as Chef Acevedo's signature Carnitas, created from a recipe handed down through generations. With tortillas made by hand, the finest meats, poultry and seafood, flavorful sauces, enchiladas and tacos, produce from the local farmers' market, and everything made from the freshest ingredients, Mercado offers handcrafted cuisine, artful design, warm atmosphere and service that is both friendly and informed to guide each guest through the dining experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(323) 944-0947
Website
http://www.mercadorestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jose Acevedo

Location
7910 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Area
Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
Cross Street
Fairfax Ave.
Parking details
We offer valet parking in front of the restaurant on 3rd Street for $7. There is also some street parking available. Please read the signs.
Additional
Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Market VegetablesUS$9.00
chef jose's hand-picked seasonal vegetables
EloteUS$9.00
grilled sweet corn, caramelized onions, chile piquín butter, queso cotija
Coliflor al PastorUS$10.00
roasted cauliflower, chile morita marinade, pineapple, cilantro
Rajas PoblanasUS$8.00
poblano strips, sweet corn, spicy queso añejo, cream, corn tortillas

Starters

GuacamoleUS$12.00
hass avocado, serranos, cilantro, red onions, yxta salsa brava, spicy pepitas, fresh chips
Cahuenga Cucumber SaladUS$13.00
persian cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, red onions, avocado, spicy queso añejo, spicy pepitas, fried cilantro, serrano-lime dressing
Dip DuoUS$21.00
guacamole, choriqueso, yxta salsa brava, fresh chips
Taquitos de CamarónUS$16.00
mexican sweet shrimp, yxta salsa brava, pico de gallo, guacamole
Mexican Kale SaladUS$12.00
kale, arugula, queso fresco, candied pepitas, pears, dried strawberries, cotija pesto bread crumbs, agave-lime vinaigrette
ChoriquesoUS$12.00
melted cotija, parmesan, oaxaca cheese, white wine, house chorizo, poblanos, mushrooms, fresh chips
Dos GringasUS$13.00
slow-cooked salmon creek pork al pastor, oaxaca cheese, red onions, cilantro, yxta salsa brava, avocado salsa, flour tortillas
Tacos de ArracheraUS$15.00
prime skirt steak, salsa brava, avocado, pickled red onions
Tacos de PescadoUS$15.00
skillet-seared white fish, mexican slaw, pico de gallo, lime crema, chile de árbol aioli
Tostaditas de CevicheUS$15.00
citrus-marinated white fish and shrimp, mango, corn, cherry tomatoes, serranos, fresno chilies, avocado, chile de arbol aioli
TamalesUS$12.00
fresh masa, chef's choice of filling, queso fresco, crema fresca (limited availability)

Entrées

Market Chile RellenoUS$17.00
chef jose's hand-picked vegetables, oaxaca cheese, yellow mole, roasted red chile campana sauce, mexican rice
Enchiladas de Pollo en Mole OaxaqueñoUS$20.00
pulled mary's free-range chicken, oaxacan mole, queso fresco, crema fresca, red onions, sesame seeds, mexican rice
CarnitasUS$26.00
chef jose's slow-cooked salmon creek pork, guacamole, yxta salsa brava, cauliflower al pastor
Callos de HachaUS$29.00
jumbo wild scallops encrusted with pepitas, chipotle-peppercorn sauce, chayote with calabacitas
Carne AsadaUS$29.00
marinated prime skirt steak, guacamole, cebollita, grilled corn
Pollo en Salsa de Cuatro ChilesUS$24.00
roasted free-range half chicken, salsa de cuatro chiles, queso fresco mashed potatoes
Pescado del Día
today's fresh catch
- Mkt

Drinks

Mexican Coke / Mexican Sprite / FantaUS$4.00
Diet CokeUS$3.00
Mint Lemonade / JamaicaUS$4.00
one refill
Organic Black Iced Tea / Hot TeaUS$3.50
chamomile, blueberry hibiscus
Peerless CoffeeUS$3.50
Evian Still / Badoit Sparkling WaterUS$4.00

Sides

Chips and Two SalsasUS$3.00
Lela's Mexican RiceUS$4.00
Cilantro Lime RiceUS$4.00
Chile Piquin Black BeansUS$4.00
Roasted Habanero SalsaUS$1.00
EscabecheUS$3.00
Chiles ToreadosUS$3.00

What 810 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Energetic

810 Reviews

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megann
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mercado is always a good go to for consistent food and great drinks.
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DianaP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very slow for brunch - only a few tables. But it was great food.
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EeshB
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was okay. Not worth the price.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love going for Happy Hour! The potato tacos and Mexican Kale Salad are my two favorites and the hour Margarita is so good! One of my favorite spots!
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SODining
Los Angeles
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 2 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always top notch but today I think it’s worth mentioning that our server wasn’t good. He was spectacular. Such a lovely demeanor, he checked on us often without being intrusive, never seemed hurried, and got everything done quickly and correct the first time. It’s always good. It’s usually like this but on a day where everyone else is in holiday? Thank you for being so very good at your job.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 2 January 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Not the restaurant’s fault but there was an annoying family next to us and on the other side an entitled loud woman asking for stupid customizations. Tamales and flan were fabulous! Best flan ever actually
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food. No complaints.
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VTinSLVRLK
Los Angeles
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always reliably good food. Got to sit by the fireplace which made for a nice evening too.
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J4rd
VIP
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food and great service.
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KennyS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server David Tapia was AMAZING! He was very attentive and easy on the eyes. We will definitely come back to sit in his section!
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7910 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Additional information

Cross Street
Fairfax Ave.
Area
Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer valet parking in front of the restaurant on 3rd Street for $7. There is also some street parking available. Please read the signs.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jose Acevedo
Additional
Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.mercadorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(323) 944-0947

Mercado - Los Angeles

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Additional information

Vegetables

Market VegetablesUS$9.00

EloteUS$9.00

Coliflor al PastorUS$10.00

Rajas PoblanasUS$8.00

Starters

GuacamoleUS$12.00

Cahuenga Cucumber SaladUS$13.00

Dip DuoUS$21.00

Taquitos de CamarónUS$16.00

Mexican Kale SaladUS$12.00

ChoriquesoUS$12.00

Dos GringasUS$13.00

Tacos de ArracheraUS$15.00

Tacos de PescadoUS$15.00

Tostaditas de CevicheUS$15.00

TamalesUS$12.00

Entrées

Market Chile RellenoUS$17.00

Enchiladas de Pollo en Mole OaxaqueñoUS$20.00

CarnitasUS$26.00

Callos de HachaUS$29.00

Carne AsadaUS$29.00

Pollo en Salsa de Cuatro ChilesUS$24.00

Pescado del Día

Drinks

Mexican Coke / Mexican Sprite / FantaUS$4.00

Diet CokeUS$3.00

Mint Lemonade / JamaicaUS$4.00

Organic Black Iced Tea / Hot TeaUS$3.50

Peerless CoffeeUS$3.50

Evian Still / Badoit Sparkling WaterUS$4.00

Sides

Chips and Two SalsasUS$3.00

Lela's Mexican RiceUS$4.00

Cilantro Lime RiceUS$4.00

Chile Piquin Black BeansUS$4.00

Roasted Habanero SalsaUS$1.00

EscabecheUS$3.00

Chiles ToreadosUS$3.00

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