Cantinas are a centuries-old tradition, and this one has retained the fundamentals while updating the concept to a hip club. Cantinas serve little complimentary plates of food as your table orders drinks. La Cantina does this from 1 to 5pm; dishes might include carne con chile (meat in chile sauce), soup of the day, or quesadillas. In the evenings, recorded music alternates between sultry boleros and the hottest in Mexican rock, at a volume that permits conversation, creating a romantic, clubby atmosphere. If you require more stimulation, play a board game in one of the smaller rooms or on the larger open-air patio. Beers cost $1.50, bar drinks $2.50. Open Sunday through Wednesday from noon to 2am, Thursday through Saturday from noon to 4am. No credit cards.