Mexican Seafood Cantina
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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
El Manantial
CuisineMexican, Other
Opened1920
ReservationsWalk-ins welcome
Our verdict
A historic 1920 cantina known for seafood-driven Mexican dishes and signature ginger margaritas in one of San Miguel de Allende’s oldest bar settings.
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Plan Your Visit
- Address
- Barranca 78, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico
- Phone
- +52 415 110 0007
- Directions
- Get directions
The menu
What to order
- Fish tostadas
- Shrimp and bacon tacos
- Octopus carpaccio
- Tacos de pastor de pescado
- Ginger margarita
A historic 1920 cantina known for seafood-driven Mexican dishes and signature ginger margaritas in one of San Miguel de Allende’s oldest bar settings.
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Details
Vibe
- Lively
- Classic
- Historic
- Well Known
Best For
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Late Night
- Solo
- Brunch
Experience
- Historic Building
- Standalone
Drink Program
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
Sourcing
- Local Sourcing
Views
- Street Scene
Menu Format
- A La Carte
Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Beer
- Mezcal
Dietary
- Vegetarian Friendly
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenTraditional
Historic, eclectic cantina atmosphere with a lively, old-school feel; sources describe it as sexy, fun, and busy, with traditional Mexican charm and colorful mermaid decor.