2026 RESTAURANTS » El Barrio Cantina

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El Barrio Cantina

Description

Bringing modern Mexican tapas and delicious craft cocktails to Long Beach’s Retro Row featuring seasonal ingredients and innovative recipes. Chef Ulises Pineda Alfaro embraces the many cultures that make up Long Beach and Los Angeles and uses it as inspiration to create his modern but still authentic Mexican dishes. He has created a tapas style menu that is meant to be enjoyed with friends and loved ones in our hip, airy space. Our unique craft cocktails also draws local cultures from the neighborhood and uses seasonal fresh ingredients to delight and surprise our guests.

Restaurant Owner & Chef

Ulises Pineda Alfaro

Cuisine Type

Mexican

Menu

Offering During Latino Restaurant Week Long Beach City

Taking place October 5–11, 2026, this special selection has been thoughtfully curated for the celebration. It highlights distinctive flavors, quality ingredients, and the unique culinary identity and creative vision behind each participant.

Discover this exclusive selection and experience the richness, diversity, and creativity of Latino gastronomy.