DTLA · Tex-Mex · Mexican-American

Bar Amá

Name: Bar Amá
Address: 118 W 4th St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, Los Angeles, CA, US
Telephone: (213) 687-8002
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

Josef Centeno's Tex-Mex love letter to San Antonio — in the heart of DTLA

★★★★½ 4.5 (3,940) $$ Tue–Thu 11:30 AM–10 PM · Fri 11:30 AM–11 PM · Sat 10 AM–11 PM · Sun 10 AM–9 PM

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About Bar Amá

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Josef Centeno's Bar Amá doesn't chase LA-style tacos — it reconstructs the Tex-Mex classics of San Antonio, the city where he grew up, with the precision of a James Beard Award–nominated chef. The cheese enchiladas in red sauce are the anchor; the puffy tacos (a true San Antonio specialty) are pillowy, greaseless, and unlike any taco you've had in California. The queso flameado arrives bubbling and serves as both appetizer and excuse to order more tortillas. The DTLA dining room is relaxed and loud in the best way.

Must-Try Dishes

Cheese enchiladas in red sauceQueso flameadoPuffy tacos

Address

118 W 4th St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Phone

(213) 687-8002

Hours

Tue–Thu 11:30 AM–10 PM · Fri 11:30 AM–11 PM · Sat 10 AM–11 PM · Sun 10 AM–9 PM

Parking

Metro accessible; street parking on 4th St

Reservations

Walk-in friendly · reserve for groups

Directions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bar Amá known for?

Bar Amá is known for josef centeno's tex-mex love letter to san antonio — in the heart of dtla. Must-try dishes include Cheese enchiladas in red sauce and Queso flameado.

How much does Bar Amá cost?

Bar Amá is priced at $$ — approx. under $25 per person.

How do I make a reservation at Bar Amá?

Bar Amá is on OpenTable. You can reserve online or call (213) 687-8002 directly.