Antonio's Restaurant, which has been dubbed "the treasure of L.A.," serves authentic Mexican cuisine in a location complete with traditional, colorful decor. Antonio Gutierrez, who is often on the premises, opened his location on Melrose well before it became the popular gathering spot it is today. Here he continues to uphold family traditions and serve recipes that his mother shared with him as a child.
Guests at Antonio's can expect a plethora of Mexican dishes, including quesadillas, tortilla soup, tacos, tostadas, egg dishes, enchiladas and authentic beverages. However, there are also several different specialty options available in these categories, including Antonio's Appetizers, Andrea's Special, cheesecake and Chocolate Antonio. Diners can also choose Mexico City Specialties or Monterey Specialties, of which there are a variety of options available each day. There are also hundreds of tequila offerings, including Antonio's own Plata, Reposado and Anejo.