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A Fifi Favourite: Cantina Kahlo

One of my favourite places to eat, drink and be merry. A Mexican restaurant nestled in the Ritz-Carlton Bahrain, perfect for dinner, brunch and more.

Most of us have regular haunts, the places we return to again and again. We love the food, the atmosphere, the convenience…

Well Cantina Kahlo at the Ritz-Carlton Bahrain has been mine for years now.

This Mexican quietly opened a few years back, nestled snugly next to Trader Vic’s. The Mexican restaurant has a long menu of classics and newer dishes, spine tingling margharitas and of course a Mariachi band.

Whether you come here for their Taco Tuesday, brunch or a night out. Cantina Kahlo offers excellent service, consistency and plenty of good food. If the weather is good make sure to call ahead for the coveted outdoor tables!

What I love to order:

  • Their generous guacamole & tortilla chips
  • Queso fundido con champiñones; melted cheese & mushroom dip
  • Tacos (of course); all are good though the Alambre is high on my list
  • Margaritas; the habanero & hibiscus watermelon are some of my faves
  • Ceviche Camarron; shrimp, chilli, lime
Fifi

Fifi

Persian by heritage, British by upbringing. Currently writing The Bahrain Almanac, out end of 2026.

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