Spanish tapas and Dry-aged Steaks at Vaca Restaurant
Vaca brings the vibrant flavors of Spain from Barcelona to Andalucía to the Basque Country, all to the heart of Orange County and Los Angeles. The menu showcases everything from traditional tapas to modern interpretations of premium meats, crafted with a deep respect for authentic Spanish cooking and Chef Amar Santana’s creative twist on tradition. The beverage program highlights classic Spanish cocktails, wine, and beer alongside an inspired selection of innovative craft drinks.
Vaca is nestled between the world famous Segerstrom Center for the Arts and the premiere shopping destination, South Coast Plaza on Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, California. The space evokes the energy and ambiance of Spain with the comfort of California.
We are excited to announce our second location in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles!
Located beneath the luxury high-rise apartments The Beaudry, above Fig at 7th Mall. VACA DTLA is directly across from the Intercontinental Hotel and just blocks from The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and multiple residential towers. VACA is primed to become DTLA’s newest destination for local residents, hotel guests, pre-show diners, and LA food lovers.
Chef Amar Santana is a world-renowned chef who began his culinary career at just 16. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, he opened his flagship restaurant, Broadway by Amar Santana, in 2011. A three-time Top Chef competitor and judge, he most recently earned Fan Favorite in Season 20 and was a finalist in Season 13. He was also named 2026 Chef of the Year by the OC Business Journal and recognized as one of TIME Magazine’s Latino Leaders in 2024.
