Definitively Licha’s cantina is one of my favorite Happy Hour spots in Austin. The charming little place is very casual and matches the east side vibe.
We love sitting on their patio on cool days.
The first thing I do every time I go to Licha’s is to read the sign on the stairs out loud with smile on my face: “NO TE APURES, PARA QUE DURES”. The interpretation: “Don’t worry to much so you can last longer”.
The drinks are delicious.
Enjoy a “Paloma” (tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda, spice rim), my favorite, “La Mula” (mezcal, lime, ginger beer, jugo Maggie, spice rim) or a “Bonita” (honey ginger rum, rice milk, agave, cinnamon rim).
A bucket of beer in the hot summer months sounds like a great idea, “Chelas”.
I remember when I read the menu for the first time, I was so happy. This is how the menu of a real Cantina in Central Mexico looks like.
They have all kind of Mexican snacks and plates. “Botanas”, “Antojitos”, “Pambazos”, “Ceviche”, “Pulpo a la veracruzana” or “Quesadillas”. Everything cooked with fresh ingredients. Thank you Chef Daniel!
Quesadillas / Tlacoyos / Sopesitos
My suggestion is take the risk and order “lengua” or “Tuetano” if you eat meat. Order the vegetarian version of Quesadilla de “Huitlacoche”, corn smut, if you are vegetarian, and enjoy a culinary trip to Central Mexico. You won’t be disappointed.
It is important to mention that the service matches the fabulous food.
LICHA’S CANTINA
1306 East 6th. Street
Austin, TX 78702
512.480.5960
http://lichascantina.com
