Always busy, this well-run restaurant and bar, complete with dance floor, provides great Mexican food, friendly service and a never-failing spirit of fun. Sit inside for a little insulation from the hustle and bustle or grab a sidewalk-side table near the Palapas Bar, where the heated dance floor keeps people bouncing even when the temperature is unseasonably cold. Choose a tequila from the vast selection of premium brands while listening to the strolling mariachis, who start playing in the morning. The Carnitas (seasoned, twice-cooked pork with salsa and condiments) are excellent
• Hours: 11a-10p Mon-Sat; 10a-10p Sun; closing time varies, depending on crowd. Summer hours may vary.