Cantina La Potosina in Mexico City
About
Cantina La Potosina, or as locals fondly call it, La Cueva del Potro, is a vibrant nightlife spot in the bustling Historic Center of Mexico City. Though affordable, this cozy bar exudes a fashionable and casual atmosphere ideal for meeting up with friends. With a rich history as one of the city's five oldest cantinas, it has hosted an array of famous personalities, including revolutionaries like Pancho Villa and Che Guevara, and cultural icons such as writers and painters. It offers a full range of beverages, from traditional cocktails and fine wines to beers, alongside a menu of delicious food that can be enjoyed at the bar or taken to-go. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate its small homage to the Atlante soccer team, adding a unique touch to the experience. Known for excellent service, Cantina La Potosina promises a warm welcome whether you're staying in or opting for takeaway, with options like delivery and even drive-thru available.
Price
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Drive-thru, Dine-in
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food, Serving food at bar
Payment
Payment in cash only
Atmosphere
Fashionably, Casual, Cozy
Best for
Meet up with friends
- $$$$
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Drive-thru
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Serving alcohol
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving food
- Serving food at bar
- Payment in cash only
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Toilet
- Watching sports
- Popular with tourists
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 1
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 5
Cantina tradicional de barrio donde siempre serás atendido de manera cordial, siempre encontrarás un amigo con quien platicar y debatir el tema de actualidad, saboreando tu bebida favorita....

- Food: 4
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 4
La Potosina Cantina que abrió sus puertas en 1890 (una de las 5 cantinas más antiguas de la Ciudad de México). Se localiza en el cruce de las calles Jesús María y Emiliano Zapata. Es una cantina añeja, con olor a mucha testosterona, ahora luce un poco descuidada, pero eso no quita que no tenga historias que contar. Por aquí estuvieron Pancho Villa y Emiliano Zapata durante su estancia en la Ciudad de México en 1914 y tanto sus nietos como sus bisnietos siguen siendo clientes asiduos del lugar. Si te gusta el futbol, debes saber que La Potosina lleva por sobrenombre la Cueva del Potro o la Potrosina, en honor al Atlante. La familia Solórzano es aficionada del equipo Atlante y durante la década de los 90, el patriarca de la familia, don Roberto, y uno de sus hijos asistían a los entrenamientos e invitaban a los jugadores a visitar su taberna. De hecho, hay un pequeño espacio dedicado a los “potros de hierro” con varios recortes y fotografías de aquel Atlante que hizo época. También debes saber que ha sido guarida de escritores como Armando Ramírez y pintores como Antonio Rivas Mercado, el Dr. Atl o Diego Rivera. También se sabe que, según Crónicas de Asfalto, fueron clientes Fidel Castro y el Che Guevara. Se cuenta también La leyenda más extravagante… que Lee Harvey Oswald planeó asesinar a John F. Kennedy mientras bebía en este lugar. Por Anna Lagos, Andrea M y Saúl Casas / Fotos: Saúl Casas

- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Excelente atención Buen ambiente
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