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Since 2008, Lola Gaspar has been a fixture in Downtown Santa Ana's Artist Village, operating from the historic Santora Building. The restaurant and cocktail bar focuses on Mexico's vast culinary history, with a bar program built around freshly made mezcal and tequila cocktails. Their motto, "Para todo mal, mezcal; para todo bien, también" — for everything bad, mezcal; for everything good, as well — sets the tone for a place that takes its drinks seriously but never pretentiously.
The kitchen serves modern Mexican cuisine, offering a daily menu alongside a dedicated Taco Tuesday tradition. The restaurant's commitment to quality and value earned it a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, recognizing good quality cooking at accessible prices. This accolade underscores the kitchen's ability to deliver satisfying, well-executed Mexican food in a relaxed setting.
Lola Gaspar also serves as the official bar partner of LAFC and is home to FC Barcelona, making it a natural gathering spot for soccer fans. The space itself is air-conditioned, and delivery is available for those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home. Happy hour runs Tuesday through Friday from 3 to 5 PM, offering a chance to sample the cocktail program at a gentler pace.
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