Where to celebrate National Margarita Day in Los Angeles
The origins of the Margarita cocktail are widely debated, but L.A. has undoubtedly made it feel like it was invented here. Your next olé is just a sip away! Here’s where to celebrate National Margarita Day in Los Angeles, which falls on Saturday, February 22nd this year.
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Acapulco Restaurant Y Cantina (Various)
Acapulco Restaurant and sister restaurants El Torito Grill and Chevy’s Fresh Mex will be serving $10 Margarita Flights for a whole week, kicking off February 22nd. Flavor options include Strawberry, Mango, Blueberry, and Original. This 3-flight Margarita deal lasts until February 27th.
Casa Vega (Sherman Oaks)
An institution since 1956, Casa Vega has been famous for its margaritas. I can’t think of a better spot to savor National Margarita Day than in one of the first spots to be serving them.
Visit during Happy Hour from 2:30 to 6 p.m. for a famous Casa Vega Margarita for just $8
Lula Cocina (Santa Monica)
Lula Cocina has 13 different specialty margaritas on the menu, including Blood Orange, Spicy Watermelon, and a Spirit-Free Ritual Margarita, which is the best NA brand on the market.
Visit from 3 to 6 p.m., and you can enjoy a Signature Lula Margarita for just $9.
Charcoal Venice (Venice)
Margaritas don’t have to mean Mexican food. Chef Josiah Citrin’s Charcoal Venice is your neighborhood barbecue spot specializing in meat, oysters, and veggies on the outdoor fire. Visit during their Evening Glass Off from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and get the Midnight Margarita with El Charro Tequila, charcoal, and lime for just $12!
Your Own Home
Enjoy a cocktail recipe courtesy of two Grammy-award-winning musicians and party like you’re a celebrity! The Chainsmokers are co-owners of the JAJA Margarita brand, one of the smoothest on the market. The recipe below is made with JAJA Blanco, which features black pepper and citrus notes and tastes great even on its own.
Pick up a bottle at Total Wine & More! for $24 and have your own Margarita Day party with the recipe below! You can also enjoy it sans sprits with Ritual Zero Proof
Time needed: 5 minutes
Recipe for a JAJA Watermelon Lime Mashup Margarita by The Chainsmokers’ Drew Taggart.
- Add the ingredients below to a highball glass.
1.5 oz. JAJA Blanco
2.0 oz. Limeade
Spiked Seltzer to the rim - Garnish
Add a Watermelon slice to the Salted Rim
- Enjoy 🙂
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