Think that margaritas are a summertime only sip? Think again. National Margarita Day actually falls on Saturday, Feb. 22. And since tequila is always a good idea, head to one of these spots around Los Angeles to celebrate.
Baja Cantina
Just in time for National Margarita Day, Baja Cantina, a beacon for beach bunnies, surfers, musicians and the ever-diversifying neighborhood of Marina del Rey since its debut in 1975, is now under new ownership/management. The Baja Cantina Margaritas are as cool as libations get, with selections such as the refreshing Watermelon Margarita, the Baja-Rita and the spicy with a hint of sweet Cantina Heat. Additionally, fruit-forward margaritas include the Blood Orange Margarita and the Pomegranate Margarita.
311 Washington Blvd., Marina del Rey, BajaCantina.com, @bajacantinamdr
Sol Cocina
Created under the direction of Director of Beverage Colin Pflugradt, SOL offers a monthly, rotating Farmers’ Market margarita that is made with seasonal ingredients. Additionally, SOL’s margaritas are made with fresh-squeezed juices and 100% blue agave tequilas, including their own single-barrel tequila. For the month of February, SOL is offering the Rose and Hibiscus Margarita made with tequila infused with dried hibiscus flowers and rosebuds for 36 hours.
12775 Millennium Dr #160, Playa Vista, solcocina.com, @solcocina
101 North Eatery & Bar
Best known for its New American cuisine, 101 North Eatery & Bar may not be the first place you think of for a rowdy night of margs. But trust us, these guys know to get into the spirit. This Saturday, the Westlake Village spot will be offering $6 margaritas (any type) from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.
30760 Russell Ranch Rd., Westlake Village, 101northeateryandbar.com, @101northeateryandbar
Las Brisas
Complete with unmatched views of the Laguna Beach coastline, Las Brisas is the perfect place to sip and enjoy a drink on their breezy patio and revamped bar and lounge for the holiday. The special margarita menu features playful tropical iterations including the Pineapple Express made with spicy pineapple with a mezcal swizzle, the Acapulco Style with tequila and passion fruit with a champagne float snd the Coco Verde made with tequila, coconut, Ancho Reyes and nutmeg.
361 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach, lasbrisaslagunabeach.com, @LasBrisasRestaurants
Hangar 18 Kitchen & Bar
Looking for an amazing margarita that tastes great and gives back? Jet down to Hanger 18 in the Los Angeles Airport Marriott and check out the Miracle Margarita. With $1 donated to the Children’s Miracle Network every time it’s ordered, guests are invited to sip on this tasty libation composed of Herradura Silver, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice.
5855 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, marriott.com/hotels/travel/laxap-los-angeles-airport-marriott, @hangar18southbay
Big Bar
Ring in the National Marg Day celebrations at none other than go-to neighborhood craft cocktail den Big Bar, located inside beloved all-day eatery Alcove Café & Bakery. Helmed by Bar Manager and cocktail master Cari Hah, Big Bar will be serving up the best margaritas you’ll want to be sipping on this holiday all weekend long, because why not? The bar will be serving up classic margaritas and mezcal margaritas, plus a delicious riff on a margarita reimagined by Hah – the Ciudad del Amor, featuring Cointreau, Tromba tequila, hibiscus bitters, tart cherry, lime, and chipotle sugar.
1929 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, alcovecafe.com/bigbar, @bigbaralcove
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