1. Hussong’S Cantina
City: Ensenada, CA
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: 011-52 (646) 178-3210
Address: 113 Avenida Ruiz
Description: You cannot go to Ensenada without stopping in at the legendary Hussong’s. To get a glimpse at the action that makes it a legend, visit Hussong’s on Cinco de Mayo. It looks a lot like spring break in Palm Springs, The cantina has been an institution in the seaside town since 1892, and even though its hype is bigger than its reality, it’s still a great party bar. If you want a table, be sure to arrive by early afternoon, and be prepared to dodge a raucous crowd. It’s fairly tranquil in the afternoon and early evening, but as the night heats up, both mariachi and ranchera music are played nonstop.
2. El Rey Sol
City: Ensenada, CA
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: 011-52 (646) 178-1733, (888) 3
Address: 1000 Avenida López Mateos at Calle Blanc
Description: This family-run restaurant opened in 1947. The dining room is decorated in old European style, with stained-glass windows, massive drapes, and heavy oak furniture. Originally serving French food and still excelling in French pastries, crepes, and other elaborate desserts and homemade breads, the restaurant also serves modern international dishes and outstanding Mexican plates. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily. Outside is a charming sidewalk cafe, and there’s a coffee bar at the front of the restaurant.