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KALA – Where Flavors Feel Like Home. At KALA, we believe in the power of great food to transport the senses. Our Baja-Med fusion brings together the best of both worlds: the light, fresh ingredients of the Mediterranean and the soulful, spirited flavors of Baja California. Designed as an inviting sanctuary for food lovers, KALA offers a signature experience focused on comfort and connection.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 7470 Cimarron Market Ave Building 5 Suite 100, El Paso, TX 79911
Phone: (915) 249-6786
Website: https://kalabajamed.com/
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Reviews
Peter Khalil
Came here with so much expectations, but gotta admit I’m disappointed
Starting from the moment we went in, there was terrible sewage smell, obviously they had big plumbing problems that day (02/22/2026) which ruined the whole experience. They have very nice ambience, but to have that terrible smell while sitting eating just ruins everything!
Service was little slow. It took ~15 minutes just to get the drinks! Which should be much quicker than that (they weren’t busy, half seats were empty the day I went).
I got the spicy pina, which is okay, 07/10. But has little to no alcohol in it really
For appetizer, we got the hummus, kebabs and pita which was AMAZING, 10/10, and is the only thing I truly enjoyed about my visit here
For the main course, we both ordered the lobster pasta. It tasted so fishy! Which is extremely odd for lobsters to taste fishy! Not sure how they managed to make it taste that fishy!!! 3/10, and I’m generous with that rating.
For desert, we ordered the chocolate thing which is multiple layers of lots of things that are really challenging to describe, but it was decent overall, 7.5/10
Overall, I was expecting much better experience than what I had!
… moreStarting from the moment we went in, there was terrible sewage smell, obviously they had big plumbing problems that day (02/22/2026) which ruined the whole experience. They have very nice ambience, but to have that terrible smell while sitting eating just ruins everything!
Service was little slow. It took ~15 minutes just to get the drinks! Which should be much quicker than that (they weren’t busy, half seats were empty the day I went).
I got the spicy pina, which is okay, 07/10. But has little to no alcohol in it really
For appetizer, we got the hummus, kebabs and pita which was AMAZING, 10/10, and is the only thing I truly enjoyed about my visit here
For the main course, we both ordered the lobster pasta. It tasted so fishy! Which is extremely odd for lobsters to taste fishy! Not sure how they managed to make it taste that fishy!!! 3/10, and I’m generous with that rating.
For desert, we ordered the chocolate thing which is multiple layers of lots of things that are really challenging to describe, but it was decent overall, 7.5/10
Overall, I was expecting much better experience than what I had!
Stephanie Garcia
We had a lovely dinner last night at Kala Baja Med. Our server, Itzel, was excellent. I honestly had not experienced such attentive service in El Paso in a while, so it was a very pleasant surprise. She was very knowledgeable and welcoming.
Two of my siblings are vegan, so we had called ahead to ask if plant based options would be possible, and they said yes. When we arrived, we were told that the chef would personally come to the table to speak with us about what he could prepare. When the chef arrived, he introduced himself and asked my siblings what vegetables they enjoyed. He then proceeded to imagine a dish for them on the spot, which we were very excited about. The dish arrived beautifully presented and tasted wonderful.
As for the rest of us, we ordered the ribeye, the mussels which came with a large piece of sourdough bread, the wagyu burger, the tomato salad, the hummus, and the guacamole.
For dessert we tried the three desserts on the menu. The pastry chef personally brought them to the table and took the time to explain the inspiration behind each one, along with the ingredients and preparation. They were true works of art and tasted just as impressive as they looked. The pastry chef also prepared a delicious vegan sorbet plate for my siblings, which was delightful.
We will definitely be returning. Out of everything we ordered, the hummus and the mussels were my favorite dishes.
We are happy to have a new spot that clearly strives for excellence and has passionate people working in the kitchen. I look forward to seeing the new additions to the menu in the coming days.
… moreTwo of my siblings are vegan, so we had called ahead to ask if plant based options would be possible, and they said yes. When we arrived, we were told that the chef would personally come to the table to speak with us about what he could prepare. When the chef arrived, he introduced himself and asked my siblings what vegetables they enjoyed. He then proceeded to imagine a dish for them on the spot, which we were very excited about. The dish arrived beautifully presented and tasted wonderful.
As for the rest of us, we ordered the ribeye, the mussels which came with a large piece of sourdough bread, the wagyu burger, the tomato salad, the hummus, and the guacamole.
For dessert we tried the three desserts on the menu. The pastry chef personally brought them to the table and took the time to explain the inspiration behind each one, along with the ingredients and preparation. They were true works of art and tasted just as impressive as they looked. The pastry chef also prepared a delicious vegan sorbet plate for my siblings, which was delightful.
We will definitely be returning. Out of everything we ordered, the hummus and the mussels were my favorite dishes.
We are happy to have a new spot that clearly strives for excellence and has passionate people working in the kitchen. I look forward to seeing the new additions to the menu in the coming days.
Alan Chavez
Went on opening weekend and had an amazing time. Really good ambience, vibes, and service. I really dig the new architecture and lighting setup they have, and really chill atmosphere, really good for a date night or just hang out with friends.
Coming in, the staff were incredibly nice to me, introducing themselves and always being attentive and responsive. I could see the floor managers moving around and helping everyone and running things smoothly.
I ordered the Baja Tacos, and they were delicious. The sauce had the perfect combination of acidity and flavor that made me crave for more. I seriously could have gotten a full order of these if offered on the menu.
I also had the lobster pasta, which was very light and flavorful. These types of dishes are usually very overwhelming, but this one really got it right when it came to the combination of ingredients. I could taste them all individually and they would mix up and come together in my mouth.
I also ordered a pistachio ice cream bar for dessert, it was so good that I couldn’t even take a picture, despite of how pretty it looked. It was nutty, sweet, with a hint of bitterness that was just incredible. My compliments to the dessert chef.
Overall, this place really matched my expectations. When I heard 3 Michelin Star chefs would open a restaurant in El Paso, the bar is obviously set very high, but this is an amazing start for the restaurant, and I will definitely come back.
… moreComing in, the staff were incredibly nice to me, introducing themselves and always being attentive and responsive. I could see the floor managers moving around and helping everyone and running things smoothly.
I ordered the Baja Tacos, and they were delicious. The sauce had the perfect combination of acidity and flavor that made me crave for more. I seriously could have gotten a full order of these if offered on the menu.
I also had the lobster pasta, which was very light and flavorful. These types of dishes are usually very overwhelming, but this one really got it right when it came to the combination of ingredients. I could taste them all individually and they would mix up and come together in my mouth.
I also ordered a pistachio ice cream bar for dessert, it was so good that I couldn’t even take a picture, despite of how pretty it looked. It was nutty, sweet, with a hint of bitterness that was just incredible. My compliments to the dessert chef.
Overall, this place really matched my expectations. When I heard 3 Michelin Star chefs would open a restaurant in El Paso, the bar is obviously set very high, but this is an amazing start for the restaurant, and I will definitely come back.
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Came with high expectations; left deeply disappointed.
Food
(+) Visually appealing and generally tasty.
(–) Portions are small for the price; overall flavor is mediocre and lacks anything truly distinctive or memorable.
Atmosphere
(+) Clean, organized, and visually appealing.
(+/–) Modern design with wood accents, though the style feels somewhat generic.
(–) Lighting is overly bright in certain areas, detracting from the upscale ambiance.
Service
(–) Surprisingly lacking; the server was quiet, slow, and not proactive with refills, utensils, or overall attentiveness.
We were a party of three and initially excited to try this new Baja-Mexican and Mediterranean fusion restaurant. The location itself caught our attention, as it previously housed Lola Rose, a high-end restaurant that unfortunately closed.
That excitement, however, faded quickly. We started with the Dates and Chorizo, a dozen of Chesapeake Oysters, and the Matcha Hummus with Pita, followed by the Lobster Pasta, Mussels, and the KALA Burger for our mains.
The food was good—but not great. While everything was visually appealing and competently prepared, it lacked the spark or memorability that makes you want to return. For a total bill of roughly $240 after tax, the experience simply did not justify the price. At that cost, we expected something far more impressive than what ultimately felt like a very mediocre meal.
The atmosphere leans modern, with a clean, chic, wood-forward design. Unfortunately, the lighting felt poorly thought out; certain areas were overly bright, which detracted from the upscale ambiance the restaurant seemed to be aiming for. Dimmer, warmer lighting would have elevated the space significantly.
Service was another disappointment. After dining at several El Paso restaurants with excellent service, the experience here fell noticeably short. Our server was unable to answer basic questions about the menu without consulting the chef, and a simple refill of Sprite took over ten minutes—long enough that we thought it had been forgotten altogether.
Most concerning was the pacing. While we understand that high-end dining often involves longer waits, we waited one hour and twenty minutes between our appetizers and main courses. This was especially surprising given that only four other tables were seated when we arrived.
In summary, the food and restaurant photographs well, looks good in person, and tastes fine—but nothing stands out. Nothing lingers. For the price point and expectations set, the experience was ultimately underwhelming. Mediocre.
… moreFood
(+) Visually appealing and generally tasty.
(–) Portions are small for the price; overall flavor is mediocre and lacks anything truly distinctive or memorable.
Atmosphere
(+) Clean, organized, and visually appealing.
(+/–) Modern design with wood accents, though the style feels somewhat generic.
(–) Lighting is overly bright in certain areas, detracting from the upscale ambiance.
Service
(–) Surprisingly lacking; the server was quiet, slow, and not proactive with refills, utensils, or overall attentiveness.
We were a party of three and initially excited to try this new Baja-Mexican and Mediterranean fusion restaurant. The location itself caught our attention, as it previously housed Lola Rose, a high-end restaurant that unfortunately closed.
That excitement, however, faded quickly. We started with the Dates and Chorizo, a dozen of Chesapeake Oysters, and the Matcha Hummus with Pita, followed by the Lobster Pasta, Mussels, and the KALA Burger for our mains.
The food was good—but not great. While everything was visually appealing and competently prepared, it lacked the spark or memorability that makes you want to return. For a total bill of roughly $240 after tax, the experience simply did not justify the price. At that cost, we expected something far more impressive than what ultimately felt like a very mediocre meal.
The atmosphere leans modern, with a clean, chic, wood-forward design. Unfortunately, the lighting felt poorly thought out; certain areas were overly bright, which detracted from the upscale ambiance the restaurant seemed to be aiming for. Dimmer, warmer lighting would have elevated the space significantly.
Service was another disappointment. After dining at several El Paso restaurants with excellent service, the experience here fell noticeably short. Our server was unable to answer basic questions about the menu without consulting the chef, and a simple refill of Sprite took over ten minutes—long enough that we thought it had been forgotten altogether.
Most concerning was the pacing. While we understand that high-end dining often involves longer waits, we waited one hour and twenty minutes between our appetizers and main courses. This was especially surprising given that only four other tables were seated when we arrived.
In summary, the food and restaurant photographs well, looks good in person, and tastes fine—but nothing stands out. Nothing lingers. For the price point and expectations set, the experience was ultimately underwhelming. Mediocre.
Yanira Gonzalez
We were honestly expecting more from the food. It felt a little too simple—like just another restaurant—when we were hoping for more flavor and a real “experience on the plate.” All the main courses were missing that explosion of flavors and the art that we’ve seen many Michelin chefs make.
That said, the dessert was the complete opposite. Andrea, the head dessert chef, was absolutely amazing. The chocolat and pistachio paleta was a true experience and easily the highlight of the night.
The mezcalitas were really good too.
Lastly, the restrooms have a weird smell.
This place has a lot of potential for growth if they take into consideration the feedback.
… moreThat said, the dessert was the complete opposite. Andrea, the head dessert chef, was absolutely amazing. The chocolat and pistachio paleta was a true experience and easily the highlight of the night.
The mezcalitas were really good too.
Lastly, the restrooms have a weird smell.
This place has a lot of potential for growth if they take into consideration the feedback.
Danya Chitnis
From start to finish we had a great experience. Our waiter Santi was friendly and professional. He was knowledgeable and very polite. We will definitely request him next time we dine at Kala. The steak was absolutely delicious. The portion was huge. The halibut fish portion was small. The dessert was absolutely perfect. I loved the atmosphere. They could definitely dim some lights more to make it more romantic in my opinion. We enjoyed our date night. Can’t wait to go back.
… moreJasmine V
The food was good but nothing crazy. The only dish that I tried that I was blown away was the date stuffed chorizo, highly recommend . Ceviche was good but not wow. Same thing with the rest of the dishes that I tried. The atmosphere was amazing, dim lights, calm.
The service was above and beyond, forgot her name but she was very attentive, patient.
… moreThe service was above and beyond, forgot her name but she was very attentive, patient.
kimberly simons
AMAZING FOOD!! Everything tastes delicious, highly recommend the Dates WOWW so unexpected and delicious, a masterpiece. Definitely worth it!! Chefs kiss
… morePoppin’ Balloons 915
Great new place! Kate was our server along with a trainee and they were so sweet and knowledgeable about the menu. Nandi, can’t say enough great things about her. She was so nice and accommodating and gave us a tour of the kitchen.
Food was superb, but my favorite thing was the mazapan drink, which I dare say was better than the dessert. Highly recommend this new spot!
… moreFood was superb, but my favorite thing was the mazapan drink, which I dare say was better than the dessert. Highly recommend this new spot!
Viri
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS PLACE! We had the hummus, mussels, and lobster pasta. We went on a busy Friday and the service was amazing and the food was soooo tasty. The restaurant’s lighting and atmosphere is everything. HIGHLY recommend this place, will be going back soon!
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