3 cantinas with free botana in Mexico City / Part 5
We all know there's no such thing as a free lunch. But getting complimentary botana with your drinks? Always a welcome treat!
Cantinas in the Guerrero neighborhood, a district known for its authentic atmosphere and rich tradition, houses a variety of cantinas that are the perfect place to enjoy good drinks, tasty botanas, and memorable moments.
Casa Abundio
With 62 years of history, it is located in Buenavista, CDMX. It is known for its "reggae Saturdays", where the music invites you to move. Its specialty is beer, offering a variety of creative drinks, such as the bull and the beer mojito. In addition, the botana is a must: with three drinks, you can enjoy options such as pig's feet in vinaigrette, golden potato quesadillas, and a delicious shrimp broth. A place with good vibes and flavor!
- Address: Zaragoza y Moctezuma, Buenavista, CDMX.
Cantina La Texana
With 19 years of service, it is located in the Guerrero neighborhood, near the Martínez de la Torre Market. Originally on Camelia Street, they moved during the pandemic. This place, which takes its name from a corrido character, offers a delicious botana when consuming three drinks: today, for example, there was chicken consommé and sopes. Despite the perception of being a place for "old folks", customers are of all ages and places in the city, and the service is always impeccable. A welcoming atmosphere that is worth visiting.
- Address: Degollado 101, Guerrero, Cuauhtémoc, 06300 Ciudad de México, CDMX.
Cantina New York
Located in the Guerrero neighborhood, it stands out for its authentic atmosphere and provocative mural that pays homage to New York City. Although its exterior is somewhat neglected, the interior offers good drinks and delicious botanas, such as the chamorro (pork shank) that is served on Saturdays. With three drinks, you have the right to the botana, and the service is generally impeccable, although some customers have mentioned comments about the behavior of the waitresses.
This place mainly attracts an audience over 50 years old, but also local characters such as shoe shiners and guitarists. The cantina is perfect for enjoying and sharing, and as they say, "it is excellent for conbeber" (drinking together). A unique destination that promises a memorable experience.
- Address: Calle Soto 217, colonia Guerrero, CDMX. (Almost corner with Degollado).
