In LA, two things are taken to be self-evident: cheap Mexican food reigns supreme and downtown is dead. However, in our urban epicenter, Provecho is determined to prove otherwise by offering upscale dining inspired from recipes found south of the border sans the bottomless basket of chips. This oasis in a landscape of Tex-Mex comes complete with a ceviche bar and an extensive cocktail menu, providing flavors as complex as the plot of a telenovela.

Once inside this restaurant, bathed in a somber yellow glow given off by aged metal and glass chandeliers, you can pair cured cold smoked thresher shark ceviche with their signature La Sancha de Angeleno (pictured). For the timid types who fear they might have a weak stomach for shark (a "shark weak" stomach?), order the Negro Modelo-braised short ribs along with the La Sancha de Angeleno. Better still, if you are off food for the moment (it is beach weather; we won't blame you) order the La Sancha de Angeleno (can you tell we liked it?) -a fuchsia libation of vodka, pomegranate juice, and agave nectar topped by a single splendid jalapeño will make you understand that sweet, sour, and caliente make a perfectly combustible combination. One sip of La Sancha summarizes the overall vibe of Provecho: hip, urban, spicy and unexpected, just like that pool boy you picked up at the Blue Chairs in Puerto Vallarta.

Provecho
800 Wilshire Blvd
Ground Floor
213.489.1406
Provecho.com