HomeState

12/09/2023

Ten years ago this morning I opened the doors for the first time at HS Hollywood. “What am I doing?!” was the phrase that kept crossing my mind as I hurriedly put the finishing touches in place.

I am not a chef or even a great home cook. Prior to HomeState, had never run a business. I had no savings, and saying I lived paycheck to paycheck was generous, considering my cc and school debt.

But I have a strong connection to home, my family and my Mexican American identity. I spent most of my life having dinner every night with my family of seven eating meals that my mom creatively and resourcefully put together. I spend weekends surrounded by cousins, eating my grandmothers food of stewed meats, beans and (always) flour tortillas.

Coming to LA in 2000 was incredibly intimidating, disorienting and lonely. Opening this restaurant became the solution. The five years of developing HS + the ten years of being open for business has grounded me, deeply connected me with my origins and provided me with a sense of purpose and roots to my Southern CA home of the last 23 years. HS has led me to an incredible community: our team, our guests, our vendors, our neighbors. It has allowed me to share the story of my family and Texas Mexican families; how we cook, eat, share, and enjoy life via food, music and friends.

Thank you to my family and friends for your love and support over all the years. Thank you to this entire community for your trust, support and friendship. Thank you to our incredible team, those who have made an impact along every step, to shape who we are today. Thank you to our earliest investors for taking a leap of faith on me and for our entire investor community for believing in this special place.

Thank you to my parents for showing me the importance of connection and love.

If you’re in the Hollywood neighborhood today, come by and say hi. We will have cake, bubbles, a Photo Booth and great music from 12-5.

Cheers to a decade! I hope we are all eating queso and fresh flour tortillas on a HS patio for many, many more years to come.

With overwhelming gratitude,
Briana

🔟🙏🏼🌮💛🎂

07/05/2022

The moment has arrived. HomeState Sherman Oaks is open!

The queso, breakfast tacos, margaritas & palomas will be flowing every day from 8am-10pm.

Since first laying eyes on this space in the beginning of 2020, we knew it could be the perfect fit. Thank you so much to the Sherman Oaks neighborhood for being so welcoming and patient! We look forward to being your neighbor and a part of your community, and hope you love HomeState Sherman Oaks as much as we already do.

💛 Team HomeState

04/19/2022

WHO WE ARE // In 2013, native Texan Briana Valdez opened HomeState, an ode to Texas cuisine in East Hollywood with the mission of evoking community and creating a home for everyone, no matter where they are from. HomeState aims to create a dining experience that goes beyond the food.

No matter where you’re from, HomeState is your home away from home. A space where every person feels welcomed and valued. We serve hospitality first and tacos second.

We're opening in Sherman Oaks!

THE OFFER // By joining HomeState, you’re becoming a member of a dynamic team in a nurturing environment:

* Room to grow as we grow.
* Company sponsored health insurance.
* Competitive compensation averaging $18 - $24 per hour after tip distribution.
* Full time schedule available.
* Delicious family meal and employee discounts!

APPLY IN PERSON
MEET THE TEAM!!
Monday, April 25th through
Friday, April 29th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
13424 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

SEE A FULL LIST OF POSITIONS HERE AND APPLY ONLINE:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/31b50332-1038-4ce5-9d33-6ebe99f8326f/Home-State-Hospitalities

HomeState embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, s*xual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please note that job duties are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

02/25/2022

HomeState’s heading to Oceanside, CA 🎉 Construction on our new home in North San Diego is getting started just 500 steps from the beach 🏖 We’re looking forward to meeting our new neighbors and becoming an outpost for tacos, queso, hospitality, and joy.

Thank you to Eater San Diego for the warm welcome! https://sandiego.eater.com/2022/2/25/22949639/homestate-breakfast-tacos-restaurant-austin-los-angeles-new-opening-oceanside-san-diego

Orange County! We haven’t forgotten about you 🧡 Hope to share some more updates with you soon!

Sherman Oaks! We’re getting more excited by the day. Opening date is around the bend🤞🏽

Grateful for the journey,
Breezy & Team HomeState

Its first area outpost is coming to South Oceanside

10/05/2021

WHO WE ARE // In 2013, native Texan Briana Valdez opened HomeState, an ode to Texas cuisine in East Hollywood with the mission of evoking community and creating a home for everyone, no matter where they are from. HomeState exists for everyone.

HomeState is a recent recipient of the KRCW's “Best Tortilla in Southern California” award. No matter where you’re from, HomeState is your home away from home. A space where every person feels welcomed and valued. We serve hospitality first and tacos second. And we’re hiring nice people!

HomeState is currently hiring for the position of: Prep Cook

THE GIG // As a member of the kitchen team you provide the guests with an exceptional experience by implementing HomeState’s product quality and cleanliness. Every member of our team strives to create an environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

THE OFFER // By joining HomeState, you’re becoming a member of a dynamic team. In addition to a nurturing environment, in which you’ll be able to grow as we grow, HomeState offers competitive hourly rate, health insurance, and delicious family meal!

Hourly Rate $15 - $18 per hour depending on experience.

THE FINE PRINT // We know there’s more to an individual than can be expressed on a resumé. Please follow link for a full list of job responsibilities.

WHO WE ARE // In 2013, native Texan Briana Valdez opened HomeState, an ode to Texas cuisine in East Hollywood with the mission of evoking community and creating a home for everyone, no matter where they are from. HomeState exists for everyone.HomeState is a recent recipient of the KRCW's “Best Tor...

08/12/2021

HomeState Pasadena is now open 8am-10pm, every day 🌴🤗🌮