THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Loteria Grill Restaurant Review:
After his original quick-service eatery at the Farmers Market engendered a cult following, chef-owner Jimmy Shaw opened several full-service versions, including this edition in the San Fernando Valley. Colorful, poster-size lotería cards decorate the room, which is an airy, skylit space with a modernist theme. The extensive menu stays true to Shaw's previous locations, with breakfast served all...
"Bright and lively" describes both the scene and the eats at Jimmy Shaw's "colorful" chain of "well-priced" Mexicanos - born as a stand in the Farmers Market - crafting "surprising, delicious" spins on regional specialties; the staff is "friendly" across the board, but only the full-service sit-down branches offer "strong margaritas" and full tequila bars.