Mirate

Tucked into Los Feliz on Vermont Avenue, Mírate is a multi-level destination that puts agave spirits front and center while offering an approachable, vibrant Mexican dining experience. The space is designed to feel like a modern jungle-oasis, with foliage, skylights, and an architectural layout that draws your eyes upward — a 40-foot tree anchors the central courtyard, connecting the levels visually and atmospherically. The beverage program is curated by Max Reis and leans heavily into Mexican spirits — expect mezcal, tequila, lesser-known distillates (raicilla, sotol), and innovative cocktails that combine regional flavors and local produce. Drinks like El Güero (a margarita reinterpreted with aguachile, nopales granita, coconut, avocado-washed tequila, cucumber kelp garnish) and their canned paloma “Tu Compa” (with house-made Squirt, pulque, tequila, etc.) are signature highlights. Food is snack-and share plate style, designed to complement the agave experience. Dishes include tacos, ceviches, creative riffs on regional Mexican fare, and small plates that bridge tradition and innovation. Because of the layout, there are multiple bars and seating zones, including upstairs, balcony, and lower dining levels. The crowd is a mix — cocktail enthusiasts, locals from Los Feliz, couples on date nights, and people drawn to the bar’s spirit program. The vibe is lively but casual enough that “a great night out for around $50” is part of the vision. The team is also conscious about sourcing, sustainability, and spotlighting Mexican distillers and traditions. While it’s a restaurant + bar hybrid, Mírate leans more bar-forward: the interiors, drink focus, and ambiance make it a place to linger over cocktails as much as to dine.