CANTINA "La Nueva Don León"

This traditional cantina on Pino Suárez in Centro Histórico serves complimentary botana with every drink — a practice that's nearly extinct in the city. Order three Coronas and you'll get mole de olla with corn, chayote with cheese, and brain quesadillas, all included. The tortas de pierna (baked leg pork sandwiches) are the signature dish, and Thursday's mole de olla is the standout of the week.

Karaoke runs Thursday and Saturday nights with a live singer who sets the tone, and there's space to dance when things pick up. The bathroom stays clean, prices stay accessible, and the crowd offers a real cross-section of Centro — office workers, locals, and the occasional group looking for an old-school cantina experience without the tourist markup.