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Southwestern Mexican Eatery

September 25, 2015

From: Bells & Whistles

Designed by Barbara Rourke and Jason St. John, this restaurant blends homey, traditional Mexican-American decor with trendy, contemporary elements.

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Contemporary Hand-Painted Cabinet

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Contemporary Hand-Painted Cabinet

A deep blue cabinet off the main dining room holds hand painted Mexican beverage pitchers and glasses. Orange and white patterned tile and a light blond wood paneling are a visual contrast to the deep blue cupboard.

Colorful Restaurant Bar

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Colorful Restaurant Bar

Broken Spanish is deeply devoted to a homey Mexican-American décor and offers a variety of dining experiences, from easy going two- and four-tops in the main room to bar seating. Orange and white Mexican tile decorates the entire wall adjacent to the open kitchen.

Contemporary Mediterranean Restaurant

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Contemporary Mediterranean Restaurant

A "City of L.A. Made In Mexico" manhole cover sets the tradition-meets-modern tone of Broken Spanish restaurant above a recessed wood floor and a one-of-a-kind concrete wall.

Broken Spanish Custom Foyer

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Broken Spanish Custom Foyer

A one-of-a-kind cast concrete wall acts as the guest entry way to dining area of the Broken Spanish Restaurant. Sandblasted Brazilian marble floors create depth and add a balanced contrast to the “tin” textured ceiling in the main dining room. Behind, a decorative cinder block wall is adorned with hanging plants in a nod to indoor-outdoor eating.

Contemporary Green Bar

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Contemporary Green Bar

In homage to traditional Mexican dining, a wrapping carrara marble bar puts customers in intimate proximity to the kitchen. A unique light green patterned wall runs the length of the bar seating adding contrasting color to the wooden ceiling beams.

Broken Spanish Bar Area

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Broken Spanish Bar Area

Broken Spanish is deeply devoted to a homey Mexican-American décor and offers a variety of dining experiences, from easy going two- and four-tops in the main room to elevated, communal-style seating running along the center.

Contemporary Private Dining Area

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Contemporary Private Dining Area

A family-style dining table sits between two one-of-a-kind "walls" designed by Bells & Whistles. Sandblasted Brazilian marble floors create depth and add a balanced contrast to the “tin” textured ceiling in the main dining room. A decorative cinder block wall is adorned with hanging plants in a nod to indoor-outdoor eating. A hand-woven rug hangs from the wood paneled wall.

Ceramic Chandeliers in Mediterranean Restaurant

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Ceramic Chandeliers in Mediterranean Restaurant

A decorative cinder block wall is adorned with hanging plants in a nod to indoor-outdoor eating. One-of-a-kind handmade ceramic chandeliers hang above the sitting area adding to the "living-room" feel of Broken Spanish.

Contemporary Mediterranean Dining Room

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Contemporary Mediterranean Dining Room

In homage to traditional Mexican dining, a wrapping carrara marble bar puts customers in intimate proximity to the kitchen. One-of-a-kind handmade ceramic chandeliers hang above the seating area.

Contemporary Glass Wine Room

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Contemporary Glass Wine Room

Elevated two-tops along the glass wine room invite the guest to participate in the whole of the dining experience.

Broken Spanish Abuela Room with Blue Ceiling

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Broken Spanish Abuela Room

Broken Spanish is designed to inspire the adventurous and sophisticated eater while welcoming them with the living-room like qualities of your favorite abuelita. The deep matte blue ceiling in the Abuela Room cools down the otherwise bright and lively space.

Broken Spanish "Family Room"

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Broken Spanish "Family Room"

Vintage knick-knack cabinets house authentic handmade Mexican wares. A family-style table in the center of the Abuela Room invites the guests to feel at home in this restaurant.

Broken Spanish Men's Room

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Broken Spanish Men's Room

A life-size fiberglass cow painted in reds, pinks, blues, yellows, and greens hangs on the wall in the men’s restroom, continuing the visual playfulness of the home-like restaurant.

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