06 Mar A “must” patio to visit – El Rey Mezcal Bar

When the temperature heats up, there’s nothing like having drinks on a patio to kick back on and enjoy the warm weather. Whether it’s a place with a view, or a vibe, from a cheap beer to a fancy cocktail, where to go with friends, with a date or to pick up. We’ve done the dirty work for you, and sifted through countless spots to find the best.

My first option for you, is  El Rey Mezcal Bar ($$) located at 2a Kensington Avenue.

Known as the Kensington’s colourful new cornerstone. El Rey Mezcal bar is a 30-seat saloon by Solid Build & Design incorporates raw brick, arched doorways and terracotta accents for a rustic kind of vibe. An enviable collection of cacti and succulents, along with a collage of Mexploitation images, add pops of colour throughout the room. With a front, spacious patio, big selection of mezcals (35 or maybe even more!), and the cocktails collection is definitely a place you have to try this summer.  And try “The Mexploitation” ($14), for example is a Mai Tai-like libation served in a tall terra cotta vessel. Poured over crushed ice, the blend of tequila and rum is fortified with sherry and sweetened with horgeat, a house made syrup featuring the flavours of horchata; toasted coconut and rice with warm spices. Sounds delicious!

Foodwise, there’s a collection of bar snacks, including morita popcorn ($3) and cacahuate ($6), a snack mix of crunchy peanuts and grasshoppers. Oh this is making me hungry! More substantial plates include the ceviche verde ($21), featuring scallops and halibut marinated with chilis, lime and orange juice and finished with fresh herbs. Doesn’t it sounds heavenly?  And if you are lucky enough, Sikil pak ($12) will be on the menu, is among the off-menu features on offer today. It’s a pumpkin seed salsa topped with grilled asparagus and topped with a salsa comprising cured cactus, chopped tomatoes and ancho peppers.

Next patio I’ll recommend is The Addisons Residence…

Until next time!