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Celebrate Mother’s Day this Sunday, May 8 at Nueva!

NUEVA, Venice Mother’s Day festivities include NUEVA’s irresistible brunch from 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and dinner from 3:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.

With its homage to south-of-the-border cuisine, NUEVA is the creation of restaurateurs Jared Meisler, and Dave & Patti Reiss (Reiss Co). This laid-back contemporary mid-century styled cantina imbues the funkiness of Venice and makes an ideal choice to frolic and celebrate Mother’ Day.. The menus bring an exceptional variety of market-fresh dishes and cocktails. Boasting two outdoor patios and spacious indoor seating, NUEVA is the perfect restaurant to take Mom to.

Clockwise from top left: Paloma Max, Naked & Famous, Frozen Margarita, Tepache Mule, Tequila Sunrise and Setenta y Cinco. Photos by Rob Stark

NUEVA’s serves its bold-flavored menu from 12 noon to 11:00 p.m. and is designed for sharing and can accommodate a range of diners from those who are strictly vegan to those who can’t say no to anything. Begin with a NUEVA specialty, one of the many Ceviches, including Seafood Coctel with Shrimp, Octopus, Salsa Roja, Red Onion, Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado; or Vegan Ceviche with Hearts of Palm, Cucumber, Lime, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Cilantro & Avocado. Add a few Botanas – Crispy Cauliflower with Lime, Jalapeno, Parmesan Cheese & Cilantro Yogurt; Nueva Chips and Salsa; Guacamole; or Carne Asada Quesadillas.

NUEVA’s Tacos offer something for everyone – Roasted Baby Carrot Taco (vegan) with Jalapeño Cilantro Garlic Salsa and Pickled Red Onion; Falafel Tacos with Black Bean Falafel, Cilantro Lebne, Crema, Guacamole, Sumac & Red Onion; Tempura Sea Bass Taco with Jicama Aleppo Slaw & Cilantro Aioli; Mediterranean Octopus Taco with Green Harissa Aioli, Pickled Red Onion, Chile Lime Mango Slaw and Mint; Chicken Tinga with Pico de Gallo, Pickled Apples and Fresno Chili; and the iconic Pork Belly Chicharron Taco with Chili Lime Salt, Cilantro Emulsion, Serrano Pepper and Pineapple Salsa.

Don’t miss the Ensaladas, especially the Smokey Caesar with Grilled Romaine, Tortilla Strips and Parmesan Chipotle Caesar Dressing; and the colorful Street Cart Salad with Mango, Pineapple, Jicama, Cucumber, Radish, Lime & Ancho Aleppo Salt.

Large Platos feature Yellow Corn Mole (vegan) with Grilled Romanesco, Squash, Summer Succotash, topped with Hazelnut Dukkah, Pickled Red Onion, Mint and Served with a Flour Tortilla; Wood-Grilled Branzino with Mole Rojo, Castelvetrano Tapenade with White Beans and Flour Tortillas; Mary’s Free Range Grilled Southwest Chicken with Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Smashed Fingerling Potatoes, Poblano and Corn Salsa; and Herb Marinated Steak with Grilled Skirt Steak, Mojo Rojo, Summer Baby Squash and Charred Corn.

Finish with NUEVA’s irresistible Postres – Churro with Cinnamon Sugar & McConnell’s Dark Chocolate Ice Cream; Flan with Orange & Burnt Caramel; and Tres Leches with Dulce de Leche, Chantilly Cream, Vanilla, Espresso and Cinnamon.

NUEVA boasts expansive seating with two large outdoor patio and spacious indoor seating.

Clockwise from top left: Elote, Crispy Cauliflower, Street Cart Salad and Pork Belly Chicharron Taco. Photos by Rob Stark

Don’t forget Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Fête mom for brunch from 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Also dinner from 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) In addition to NUEVA’s popular Brunch menu are new favorite offerings including Cloud Pancakes Baked in a Skillet, with House-Made Jam or Mezcal Syrup; Churro French Toast with Challah Bread, Powdered Sugar and Mexican Chocolate Sauce, served with Pure Maple Syrup (try it á La Mode for $4 more); and Hamachi Tostadas with Avocado Aquachile, Sumac, Citrus, Serrano Chile, Radish and Cilantro.

Clockwise from top left: NUEVA Mimosas, Cloud Pancakes, Hamachi Tostadas and Churro French Toast. Photos courtesy of NUEVA

WHEN:

Cinco de Mayo Thursday, May 5, 2022

All-Day: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Mariachis and Live D.J.

Mother’s Day Sunday, May 8, 2022

Brunch: 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Dinner: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

NUEVA regular hours:

Dinner: Monday – Thursday from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Friday from 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Brunch and Dinner is served Saturday from 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

WHERE:

822 Washington Boulevard, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310.747.6050

ABOUT NUEVA:

NUEVA, a mid-century-styled modern cantina, lures passersby with its retro roof-top signage located at the intersection of Abbott Kinney and Washington Boulevard. The refreshing menu showcases a contemporary twist on traditional south-of-the-border dishes. The spacious and comfortable indoor/outdoor relaxed style and vibe have been crafted by the partnership of restaurateurs Jared Meisler and Dave and Patti Reiss. The cantina’s brunch and dinner menus are equally matched by a robust cocktail program using a diverse library of agave tequilas and mezcals. Nueva accolades include 2020’s Angeleno – Dining On the Rise; Sunset – Chef Takes a Holiday; Eater LA – 17 Exciting New Restaurants in Los Angeles Right Now; and Where Traveler Los Angeles – Hola, Silicon Beach!

NUEVA is available for takeout and delivery on Toast.com.

Multiple dishes on both the brunch and dinner menu are vegan or available with vegan preparation.