LOS ANGELES (June 22, 2026) — The Music Center is thrilled to welcome La Nena Cantina, a modern Mexican dining destination, to The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall. The new restaurant, which is the third in the La Nena Cantina family, opens in July. From the team behind the successful Frida Mexican restaurants, La Nena Cantina brings vibrant energy and bold flavors to the south campus of L.A.’s performing arts center, reinforcing a commitment to a warm and welcoming culinary scene that reflects the culturally rich local dining landscape.
La Nena Cantina, created by celebrated restaurateur Vicente Del Rio, brings coastal-inspired cuisine and handcrafted cocktails all made from scratch to guests dining before shows and to the broader community. Diners will find many of the beloved dishes from the restaurant's Malibu and Hollywood locations, including Mole Negro, Tiradito de Hamachi, La Nena Molcajete and Tacos Malibu, as well as signature elements such as the tableside guacamole and handmade tortillas. The restaurant will debut exclusive offerings created just for The Music Center, from specialty premium seasonal cocktails to specially curated pre-show menu options. La Nena Cantina is open for both lunch and dinner. Hours of operation will be Monday through Thursday, 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.; Friday and Saturday, 11:00 A.M. – 11:00 P.M.; and Sunday, 11:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. La Nena Cantina will adjust hours of operation to accommodate any pre-show or special event service windows.
“We are incredibly excited to bring La Nena Cantina to The Music Center and be part of such an iconic cultural destination in Los Angeles,” said Vicente Del Rio of La Nena Cantina. “This expansion allows us to share the vibrant flavors and coastal spirit that define our food with a new audience, while also creating something unique for the community. We look forward to welcoming guests with a dining experience that complements the creativity and energy of the experiences on The Music Center campus.”
The opening of La Nena Cantina marks an exciting new chapter for hospitality at The Music Center. The 150-seat restaurant joins the roster of dining establishments Angelenos and visitors can discover at L.A.’s performing arts center, including Abernethy’s, Kendall’s Brasserie, The Mullin Wine Bar, Sip & Sonder and the recently opened Plaza Grill.
“Every visit to The Music Center is designed to tantalize the senses, from the incredible artistry on our stages and outdoor spaces to the delicious cuisine and impeccable hospitality that welcome our guests before and after a performance,” said Rachel S. Moore, president & CEO of The Music Center. “With its bold flavors, handcrafted cocktails and unwavering Los Angeles spirit, La Nena Cantina brings another vibrant layer to our campus. We invite audiences and Angelenos alike to experience this new dining destination in front of The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall—gathering and good food make a wonderful pairing!”
The Music Center’s hospitality program is curated in partnership with Sodexo Live!.
ABOUT LA NENA CANTINA
La Nena Cantina (Hospitality 70 Group), is a contemporary Mexican restaurant concept inspired by the vibrant coastal flavors of Mexico and the relaxed sophistication of California living. Founded in 2025 by Vicente Del Rio and wife Andrea Nales—the team behind the acclaimed Frida Mexican Cuisine (Frimex Hospitality Group)—La Nena represents the evolution of more than 25 years of Los Angeles hospitality experience, offering a fresh interpretation of Mexican cuisine that honors tradition while embracing creativity and modern dining culture.
With locations in Hollywood and Malibu, La Nena Cantina has quickly established itself as a destination for guests seeking an elevated yet approachable Mexican dining experience. In summer 2026, Hospitality 70 Group will debut a third La Nena Cantina at The Music Center's Walt Disney Concert Hall, the iconic Frank Gehry-designed home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, bringing its signature hospitality to one of Los Angeles' most celebrated cultural landmarks.
ABOUT THE MUSIC CENTER
As L.A.’s performing arts center, The Music Center convenes artists, communities and ideas with the goal of deepening the cultural lives of every resident in Los Angeles County. The $80 million non-profit performing arts organization has two divisions: TMC Arts and TMC Ops. TMC Arts, The Music Center’s programming engine, provides year-round programming inside The Music Center’s four theatres, on Jerry Moss Plaza, outside at Gloria Molina Grand Park—a 12-acre adjacent green space—in schools and other locations all over Los Angeles County. TMC Arts presents world-class dance with Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center, free and low-cost public concerts and events, live and digital K–12 arts education programs, workshops, performances, interactive experiences and special events. TMC Ops manages the theatres, the Plaza and Gloria Molina Grand Park, which comprise $3 billion in county assets, on behalf of the County of Los Angeles. The Music Center is also home to four renowned resident companies—Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera and LA Phil. For more information, visit musiccenter.org. Follow The Music Center on social media @MusicCenterLA.