Validated parking is available for lunch. Barragan's Mexican Restaurant is five minutes from Downtown's Civic Center. Reservations are suggested and there is a full bar. They also feature a variety of Vegetarian dishes, as well as a peerless dessert cart. From the restaurant you'll find a view of the Staples Center and the Downtown Skyline.
Catering services are available.
La Vista Bonita is open Mon.-Fri. Melrose Antonio's Mexican Restaurant has maintained a traditional Mexican style since 1970, making it the oldest restaurant running on Melrose. They are open 11 am - 11 pm everyday except Monday and there is a full bar with outdoor seating. Free parking is available. Meals are ordered over the counter.