Tahona

This was our first time at Tahona. Happy Hour at the bar turned into 4 hours of tantalizing flavors and beautiful created drinks of Mezcal(s) which paired deliciously with the appetizers!! We moved from our table at the bar to the main bar. The bartender, Gem, was captivating as he prepared different libations! There is a Speakeasy (Oculto 477) next to the bar and we couldn't sneak in if we tried - reservations are month out! Salud, Tahona Bar, we will be back!!

The best experience I've ever had at a cocktail bar!! We sat at the bar and just watching the staff make the drinks was an experience itself. The bar tender Mitch is awesome! All the staff was very friendly and went out of their way multiple times to make sure we had everything that we wanted. I will recommend this spot to anyone that is coming to San Diego.

Blown away. Best Mexican food we have ever had. Zach went far and beyond what we could have hoped for. He and Adrian (the chef) came up with a bunch of dishes for us to try, paired with 7 different mezcals. Fresh, intelligent, tasty, different, bold and successful. Loved it and would be back all the time if we didn't live in Nashville.

Went here as part of a bachelorette celebration for my friend. She is a big fan of mezcal and tequila and this place blew us away! The place is very cute but it’s the food and service that made this an incredible experience. Our group was on the smaller end 5 total. We ordered the mezcalier’s flight and the Mexican states flight along with the mezcal margarita, pasion de mais, and guavasita cocktails. For food we ordered the seasonal guacamole, corn croquetas, tempura squash blossom, tetela mole flight, the rabbit pastor taco, camarones taco, and green goodness taco. It’s not an exaggeration to say I loved everything (I didn’t get to try the rabbit pastor taco) my personal favorites were the squash blossom and the seasonal guacamole. I personally got the mezcalier flight and the 3rd mezcal, Pasíon Ancestral was divine. I also had the guavasita which was so refreshing after the flight but I got to try the Pasion de Mais and I would have ordered another had we not had more plans. Finally the service that Zach gave us was just above and beyond. He was serving a lot of tables and yet we never felt neglected, he was a joy to talk to and his enthusiasm was very contagious. He really made the day that much more incredible. Because as many of us can attest to a great meal can be ruined by bad or mediocre service. So great service makes great food FANTASTIC!

Love the vibe of this spot! Popped in for a quick cocktail and bite while hanging out in Old Town, and this is a welcome break from the cheugy, old skool fake-Mexican tourist traps. Encyclopedic mezcal and tequila selection, creative and thoughtfully-composed cocktails, fine service, and a coherent menu. We only ordered chips and salsa, so I can’t speak to the entrees, but I plan on returning soon— the chef focuses on Oaxacan Mexican. Will be back!

Went for a Friday night dinner date night with my wife last night and it was tremendous. We arrived at 5:30 and sat at the bar because we didn't have a reservation. It was somewhat full when arrived and then got packed at 6. The vibe is very warm and inviting. Even in old town you can feel the authenticity oozing out at Tahona. The bartender correctly encouraged me to get the mezcal flight to taste 3 different regions for mezcal to determine which cocktail I should get first. The carnitas bao bun, mole sampler and tacos can't be missed. And the tacos pictured were so good it required two photos. Shrimp (camarone), carnitas, and quesabira (beef barbacoa) were spectacular.

Delicious Mexican cuisine prepared with originality and finesse. The guacamole was light and delicate with nice citrus accents. The trio of moles was a fun dish, with three very different preparations of mole served on a chewy masa cake stuffed with potato. This dish is great for sharing. The tacos were flavorful with herbs and spices that complemented the meat in the taco. Good margaritas and friendly, outgoing service.