La Cuevita

Step into La Cuevita and you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden underground lair right in the heart of Highland Park. Formerly known as Little Cave, this dark and moody dive bar leans hard into its cavernous aesthetic with skull heads lining the shelves and vibrant papel picado streamers draped across the wooden ceiling beams. It’s the kind of place that feels like it has secrets to share.

Not every night calls for sitting in a dimly lit cave, and La Cuevita gets that. When you’re craving some California sunshine with your cocktails, head straight to the back patio. The outdoor space offers several small nooks where you and your crew can stake out a spot and settle in for the evening. It’s intimate without feeling cramped—perfect for catching up with friends over margaritas.

The real draw here happens every Tuesday night between 9 and 11 pm when free tacos enter the equation. That’s right: complimentary tacos with your drinks. It turns an already solid happy hour destination into a no-brainer for anyone looking to stretch their evening out in Highland Park.

Whether you’re seeking a moody spot to nurse a drink after work or a laid-back patio scene for a casual Tuesday night out, La Cuevita delivers exactly the neighborhood bar energy that this stretch of Figueroa needs. It’s unpretentious, a little weird, and always welcoming.