A cantina-styled restaurant-bar facing the Teatro Calderon on Avenida Hidalgo, serving asado de boda, tacos mineros and enchiladas alongside signature cocktails in a lively, historic setting.
El Paraiso Restaurante-Bar sits on Avenida Hidalgo facing the Plaza Goytia and the Teatro Fernando Calderon, one of the most photographed corners of the centro histórico. The kitchen serves a tight roster of Zacatecas classics - asado de boda, tacos mineros and enchiladas - alongside a cocktail program built around author mixology rather than the simple beer-and-mezcal pairings found at most traditional fondas. The decor leans into a cantina aesthetic with dark wood, vintage signage and close-set tables, generating a lively, moderate-to-loud atmosphere that picks up considerably after 8PM. Average spend runs around 450 MXN per person for food and drinks, positioning it toward the upper-mid range for the city. El Paraiso is closed Mondays and opens at 2PM the rest of the week, running until 1AM, making it as much a late-evening bar as a dinner restaurant. Reservations are recommended on weekend nights when the terrace tables facing the plaza are the most requested seats in the house.
Signature dishes
- Asado de boda
- Tacos mineros
- Enchiladas zacatecanas
Good to know
- Known for
- Zacatecas cantina cuisine with author cocktails; known for asado de boda and tacos mineros
- Hours
- Tue-Sun 2PM-1AM, closed Mon
- Reservations
- Recommended on weekend nights
- Dress code
- Casual to smart casual
Location
Av. Hidalgo y Plaza Goytia, Centro, 98000 Zacatecas, Zac.
22.7718, -102.5820 View on map
Highlights
- Asado de boda, tacos mineros and enchiladas zacatecanas on one menu
- Author cocktail program alongside traditional dishes
- Cantina-style decor facing Teatro Fernando Calderon
- Late hours running until 1AM most nights
- One of centro histórico's most photographed corners
Tips for visiting
- Closed Mondays - plan visits Tuesday through Sunday
- Request a terrace table facing Plaza Goytia if the weather allows
- Arrive before 8PM for a calmer meal before the bar crowd picks up
- Pair a traditional dish with one of the author cocktails rather than a standard beer
When to visit
Early evening before 8PM for dinner, or later for the bar atmosphere
Accessibility
The restaurant has street-level entry from Avenida Hidalgo; specific wheelchair-accessible facilities are not confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paraiso open on Mondays?
No, it is closed Mondays and open Tuesday through Sunday, 2PM to 1AM.
What is the average cost per person?
Around 450 MXN (about USD 26) per person for food and drinks.
Where exactly is it located?
On Avenida Hidalgo at Plaza Goytia, facing the Teatro Fernando Calderon.
Does El Paraiso serve cocktails as well as food?
Yes, it runs an author mixology program alongside its traditional Zacatecas menu.