Tallula’s is a coastal Mexican restaurant from Rustic Canyon Family partners Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan. We’re housed in a former Tex-Mex restaurant that Josh and Zoe used to frequent as kids, so a lot of fond memories were made here, with many future ones to come! We’re open every day for dinner, with happy hour from Monday-Friday and weekend brunch.
About
ABOUT TALLULA’S
THE FOOD & DRINKS
Located just steps from the beach, our menu focuses on sustainably-caught seafood, alongside seasonal vegetables, a variety of tacos on organic, heirloom Masienda corn tortillas made with our own masa, and more.
Born in Cuernavaca, Executive Chef Juan Robles showcases different regions of his native Mexico through comforting dishes that showcase the very best, organic ingredients from the nearby Santa Monica Farmers’ Market and from regional fishers, farmers and ranchers whose responsible practices give back to the ocean and land. He and the team also make fresh chile pastes, spice blends and salsas from scratch, and our corn tortillas were one of the top two in KCRW’s 2021 Annual Tortilla Tournament.
The colorful bar, lounge and outdoor patio (aka “Felix’s Bar”) features an array of seasonal margaritas, creative riffs on Mexican and Tiki cocktails and housemade aguas frescas. We also have one of the largest collections of Mexican spirits on the Westside! Bartender Mink Dang and Bar Consultant Stephanie Reading (currently the Bar Manager at our sister Birdie G’s) thoughtfully source spirits like tequila, mezcal, rum and lesser-known options like raicilla and sotol from small-batch producers in Mexico, alongside California craft beers. Rustic Canyon Family Wine Director Kathryn Coker curates the eclectic wine list that highlights boutique, planet-friendly producers from Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Portugal, California and more.
Rustic Canyon Family
Tallula’s is part of the Rustic Canyon Family, a collection of beloved, chef-driven dining destinations which includes Rustic Canyon, Huckleberry Bakery & Cafe, Sweet Rose Creamery, Milo + Olive, Cassia, Esters Wine Shop & Bar, Birdie G’s, and The Dutchess. The group embraces seasonality and makes as much as possible in-house using classic craftsmanship and technique, sourcing the highest-quality ingredients from local farmers and vendors with sustainable practices. Each restaurant takes “family” to heart, by ensuring all guests, as well as employees, feel at home, and leave satisfied, nourished and inspired.
Since opening in May 2017, Tallula’s has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, KCRW’s Good Food, Eater, Food & Wine, Goop, Bloomberg News, L.A. Taco, Los Angeles Magazine, C Magazine, and more. In October 2021, our blue corn tortillas made it to the “Fuerte Four” in KCRW’s Annual Tortilla Tournament.
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