LV Mar

4.1 (1082)

$30 and under

Mexican

2042 Broadway Street, Redwood City, CA 94063

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LV Mar

4.1

$30 and under

Mexican

Redwood City

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Innovative
Good for groups

LV Mar brings Latin tapas, craft cocktails, and modern cantina energy to the heart of Redwood City. Guests come for flavorful small plates, fresh seafood, and a bar program built around artisan mezcals, tequila, and vibrant seasonal drinks. The atmosphere is stylish and social with a lively dining room, a welcoming patio, and weekend nightlife that keeps the party going. Perfect for date nights, group gatherings, and private events, LV Mar continues to be Redwood City's destination for Latin flavor and good times.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Contact
(877) 408-8234
Website
https://www.lvmar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Manuel Martinez
Catering
Our Catering Services are available and ready to serve you at home, work or reception. From work mixers, large weddings celebrations to an intimate family reception. Please inquire for further information.
Private party facilities
LV Mar is a popular destination to celebrate special private and corporate events, such as: wedding receptions, holiday parties, anniversaries, birthdays, corporate dinners & lunches, product launches, and presentations. Let us know how we can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
Manuel Martinez: (408) 761-3939
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2042 Broadway Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
Neighborhood
Redwood City
Cross street
Main and Jefferson St.
Parking details
A public parking structure is located right behind us! There's also ample street parking.
Public transit
Caltrain to Redwood City!
Entertainment
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Weekend Brunch & Lunch at LV Mar
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Join us for Weekend Brunch & Lunch at LV Mar, featuring Latin American-inspired brunch dishes, chef-driven lunch specialties, seasonal mimosa flavors, signature tapas, and crafted cocktails. Enjoy the lively downtown setting indoors or out on our patio in the heart of Redwood City.

Private dining

Offers

La Happy Hour at LV Mar!
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Happy Hour at LV Mar brings together Latin American shareable plates, signature cocktails, sangria, beer, and wine in the heart of downtown Redwood City. Join us at the bar, lounge, or patio for an easy start to the evening. 3:00-5:30 PM Monday- Friday *(Some Major Holidays Excluded)

Concierge
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La Pistolera$15.00
mezcal, serrano-infused tequila, ancho reyes, grand marnier, lemon juice, agave, ancho chili salt
Medianoche$15.00
huitlacoche infused mezcal verde, nixta, ancho reyes, lemon, epazote oil
Naranja Mecanica$15.00
apple butter infused bourbon, montenegro, cocchi americano, lemon
Mantequillame$15.00
apple butter infused bourbon, montenegro, cocchi americano, lemon
Pera-Fecto$15.00
pear-infused vodka, honey, dry vermouth, cocchi americano, lemon
Ardito$15.00
fabri gin, nocino, tobacco bitters
Dulce Siesta$15.00
rum, pineapple shrub, hibiscus, allspice dram, cardamaro, lime
Novella (Alcohol-Free)$15.00
pineapple syrup, lime, lemon, ginger beer
Margarita$14.00
real del valle blanco, agave syrup, lime juice, salt
Mojito$14.00
plantation rum, mint, lime juice, simple syrup, lime juice, angostura bitters
Paloma$14.00
real del valle blanco tequila, grapefruit, lime, simple syrup, soda
Cuba Libre$14.00
real del valle blanco tequila, grapefruit, lime, simple syrup, soda
Pisco Sour$14.00
caravedo pisco, lime, simple syrup, egg whites, angostura bitters
Sangria$14.00
cabernet sauvignon, brandy, orange, hibiscus, apple
Michelada$14.00
tecate beer, clamato juice, lime, chile and salt rim
El Carajillo$14.00
la luna mezcal, licor 43, fresh espresso, simple syrup

Vino

Malbec, D.V Catena, Argentina$12.00
Blend, Ancient Peaks Renegade, Paso Robles$15.00
Pinot Noir, Rojas Reserve, Russian River$15.00
Cabernet Franc, Beaucannon, Napa$15.00
Chardonnay, Zuccardi Q, Argentina$12.00
Rose, Mont Gravet, France$12.00
Pinot Grigio, La Fiera, Italy$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Lapostolle, Chile$11.00
Albarino, Morgadio, Spain$15.00
Sparkling Wine, Wycliff, Modesto$9.00
Blanc de Blancs, Brut, Francois Montand, France$12.00
Cabernet Franc, Brut Rose, Bouvet, France$11.00
Champagne, Laurent - Perrier, France$20.00

Beer Bottles

Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, 7
Rasputin Stout, Abita Light, Boonting, Lagunitas Pils
Estrella Jalisco, Topo Chico Seltzer Strawberry Guava
Corona, Pacifico 7

Draft Beers

21st Amendment El Sully$9.00
Drakes, Best Coast, Elysian$9.00
Rotating FLIGHT$15.00

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at LV Mar.

4.1

(1082)

4.3Food
4.0Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Peninsula
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

LV Mar offers a unique fusion of upscale Mexican flavors, with standout dishes like the "fantastic" PARRILLADA and creative cocktails. While some dishes can be overly spicy, the vibrant flavors and "excellent cooking of proteins" are praised. The restaurant features friendly service and a memorable atmosphere, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

1,082 Reviews

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Francesca Gold
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved every bite! Chef Manuel is fantastic with flavors and I enjoyed the creative cocktails.
LV MarResponded 5 days ago
Francesca, we're thrilled you enjoyed every bite and loved the creative cocktails! Chef Manuel will be so pleased to hear your kind words about his flavor combinations. Thank you for celebrating with us at LV Mar!
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Linda S
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional server! Suggested wonderful plates! Everything was delicious! Very friendly & attentive! The birthday desserts were delicious! Accompanied by singing! Made for a very memorable evening! Will definitely be coming back!
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re thrilled our server’s recommendations, friendly attention, and the birthday desserts (with singing!) helped make your evening memorable. We’re glad everything tasted great, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful meal. LV Mar Team
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rosana
Las Vegas2 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 8, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service: There was only one server attending to the bar, indoor dining, and outdoor dining areas. As a result, the service was very slow. We had to wait a long time for water, utensils, and our food. Even simple requests, such as refilling our water and providing a to-go box, took longer than expected. Food: The menu was very limited compared to what was advertised on OpenTable and the restaurant’s website. They should update their online menus to reflect the actual offerings to avoid disappointing customers. I ordered the Pulpo and Chorizo tacos, but the green sauce was excessively salty. The avocado was also already turning brown instead of being fresh and green, which was unappetizing. Ambiance: The atmosphere felt dull and lifeless, with very few customers dining during lunch. The restaurant seems to have lost the charm and vibrancy it once had. Overall: It was a disappointing dining experience. Between the slow service, limited menu, and underwhelming food quality.
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
We're sorry your visit was disappointing. We appreciate you telling us about the slow service and the delays. We also regret the quality of the ingredients was not up to our standards. Thank you for the honest feedback; it helps us know where we fell short. LV Mar Team.
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Steven Gold
San Francisco16 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food, good service, good drinks! Highly recommend!!
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the food, the service, and the drinks. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another excellent meal and a refreshing drink. LV Mar Team.
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Dan
Orlando3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went when it was slow, so could be louder when busy. Service was fantastic. Friendly, prompt, welcoming. The flavors of the food were surprisingly vibrant, balanced. Just the right amount of heat (hint). Great flavor combinations. Excellent cooking of proteins, combined with excellent sauce work. New flavor profiles I hadn't experienced and will keep me coming back. I asked who the Chef was because I was so impressed with the menu, the flavors, and the cookery, but he was not in at the time. Bravo to you, sir. A fine tapas. I'll be back
LV MarResponded 4 days ago
Dan, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the vibrant flavors, balanced heat, and our tapas offerings - our Chef will be delighted to hear your praise. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!
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Thalli
San Francisco3 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 4, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
LV Mar usually has good food and service. However this time the staff had a bad attitude and it ended up being a lousy experiece. Will never go back.
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
We're sorry to hear that your recent visit did not reflect the usual LV Mar experience. We appreciate that you have enjoyed our food and service in the past, and we regret that staff attitude made this visit disappointing. We value your feedback. If you would like to share more details, please contact us so we can better understand what happened. LV Mar Team,
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Rachel Gold
San Francisco44 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 30, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We hadn't been to LV Mar in a little bit and decided to have dinner there last night. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal. We started with the Fundido de Queso y Rajas (and added some mushrooms), Gorditas de Chicharron and Ostines Frescos. Our favorite was the gortitas but all three were very tasty. We then had Quesa Birra tacos, which were also very tasty. There was a little delay between the tapas and the tacos, however, when the tacos did arrive, they were nice hot. It was a Wednesday and fairly busy, therefore, I'd recommend making reservations. Overall a really good experience and we will be back. Love our downtown Redwood City restaurants.
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for returning to LV Mar and for the lovely review. We are glad you enjoyed the Fundido de Queso y Rajas with mushrooms, the Gorditas de Chicharron, Ostiones Frescos, and the Quesa Birria tacos—especially that the gorditas stood out. We appreciate your patience during the brief delay and your tip about reservations. We look forward to seeing you again in downtown Redwood City. LV Mar Team.
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dave Gold
San Francisco19 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 15, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Menu was not the typical Mexican fare. Many variations of tacos, salad with watermelon and Ahi, Arancini de Camaron,... We ordered family style and tasted a variety of dishes. Highly recommended
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for the thoughtful review. We are glad you enjoyed our creative take on Mexican fare and liked the variety of tacos, the watermelon and Ahi salad, and the Arancini de Camaron. We are happy that family-style let you taste many dishes. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again soon. LV Mar Management Team.
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Robert Gold
San Francisco51 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered the watermelon tuna appetizer. I loved it. We also ordered PARRILLADA with the waiters recommendation which was fantastic. For desert we ordered flan and the churros and we were not disappointed. Overall enjoyed every bite.
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the watermelon tuna appetizer and that the parrillada was a hit on our waiter's recommendation. We're also glad the flan and churros rounded out your meal so well. It means a lot to hear you enjoyed every bite, and we hope to see you again soon. LV Mar Management Team.
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Marta Gold
San Francisco256 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 12, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Dined outdoors due to excessive noise level indoors. Service spotty. Unless you have,a stomach of iron, nearly all dishes bousted Serrano or habanero pepper sauces, making far less choices available for milder tastes. I've dined here for many years but noted today's experience lacked a balanced menu and mildly inattentive service.
LV MarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for being a longtime guest and for this candid feedback. We are sorry the indoor noise led you to sit outside and that service felt spotty. We also regret that many dishes were heavier on Serrano and habanero, which limited milder options. We appreciate you sharing these specifics; they help us understand what matters to regular guests like you. LV Mar Management Team.
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