Casa Vega
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The Valley’s beloved Mexican institution is still going strong after over 65 years in business—and a cameo in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood only boosted its profile. Along with iconic landmarks like Musso & Frank and El Coyote, Casa Vega appears in the flick as one of several local historic restaurants from the ‘60s. Nowadays, this family-owned operation has a James Beard Award under its belt while still holding on to its traditions. The tufted red leather booths have endured, the lighting remains dim, and although founder Ray Vega passed away earlier this year, his daughter Christy ensures the kitchen continues to prepare amazing food based on her abuela’s recipes: wonton-crispy flour tortilla chips, lemony-garlic Lobster Enchiladas, and Mexican Pizza. To adapt to the pandemic, she launched outdoor dining and online ordering for the first time.
How to book: Walk-ins accepted, but reservations are highly recommended. Order for pickup online or by calling 818-788-4868.