Daisy Margarita Bar Is the Valley’s Best Night Out Right Now | Eater LA

"A spin-off of Los Feliz’s Mirate and one of Sherman Oaks’ latest dynamic openings, this margarita-obsessed bar leans on a comprehensive tequila and mezcal list and a cocktail program that’s both precise and playful. Beverage director Max Reis masters the classic while delivering standout riffs: the frozen guacamole margarita is lush, creamy, and tangy, evading the cloying reputation of slushie drinks; the savory salsa verde margarita layers charred tomatillo, green chile, and cilantro into a complex, vegetal, highly drinkable profile; and the clarified, served-up creamsicle margarita is a fragrant, mole- and coconut-kissed homage to the familiar frozen dessert, reimagined with finesse. Robust cantina fare turns it into a gratifying sit-down dinner that orbits the drinks but can stand alone thanks to a few star entrees and better-than-they-need-to-be botanas: the fideo seco breathes new life into the classic by swapping in squid ink vermicelli and combining shrimp, chicharron, and avocado mousse for a result akin to a decadent paella, while the queso fundido is volcanically loud, bubbling with chorizo and crowned with pico de gallo and fresh herbs—the molten cheese bomb a compelling contrast to the bright tequila drinks. Best for a lively date night or a leisurely catch-up with tequila-loving friends; with Anajak Thai right across the street, a quick pad-Thai-to-salsa-verde-marg bang-bang makes for the coolest crawl in the Valley right now." - Hilary Pollack