Màs Por Favor Taqueria y Tequila

At first glance, Más Por Favor looks like a bright, open taqueria in a Chinatown strip mall—which is pretty great all by itself. But off to the side is a secret hallway, modeled after a drug tunnel (with bags of "cocaine" as decoration), leading to a dark but wonderfully vibrant speakeasy parlor. The cocktails skew towards tequila and mezcal with a dynamic variety of flavors. Some go down a little too easy. The red or white sangria (neither overly sweet) carry more volume and last a bit longer. Casamigos Margaritas are on tap with house-infused jalapeno bitters and other modifications encouraged. And yes, you can order the same delicious tacos sold out front. The No-Boo combo of carne asada, truffle, and artichoke is especially tasty. The kitchen's take on a Frito Pie offers the option of using Doritos instead.
How to get in: Play it safe and book a reservation.

You already know that Mas Por Favor has a great speakeasy-style bar in the back, but let's not overlook the taqueria out front. It's a minimalist semi-industrial space with wood decor and concrete floors. Just walk up and place an order at the counter. Street tacos come with a choice of meat and style. "Gringo" is regular. "Wok it Out" is Asian-inspired. Yet the signature tacos are the most fun and like to stretch the definition of what qualifies as a taco shell. Just look at the Hawaiian bread that wraps around juicy BBQ pork, or a crispy egg-roll tortilla that accompanies an Asian-style shredded chicken taco. The chicken taquitos make for a crispy side dish while the "F-Bomb" is basically a loaded bag of Fritos. No, the cocktails from the speakeasy aren't on the menu, but there's plenty of beer by the can or bottle. 
How to order: Order online or just walk in and place an order at the counter. 

Mas Por Favor is "businesses in the front" (a taco shop with nachos, burritos and other south-of-the-border bites) and "party in the back" (a speakeasy and lounge with an emphasis on tequila and mezcal). The two are separated by a "tunnel" to represent crossing the border. The bar could get by on atmosphere alone, but the cocktails are exceptional, especially the margaritas (made from on-tap Casamigos) and Sweet Melons Dude, which mizes mezcal with honeydew melon juice. Specialty cocktails and tacos are half-off on Mondays, beginning at 8pm for Ladies Night.