The Mexican

Sunshine Coast


A popular local hang-out, this 1st-floor Latino bar-restaurant has a long balcony overlooking Da Gama Rd. Mexican classics such as enchiladas, fajitas, burritos and tacos (from R45) are on the menu, and the cocktail list includes the mandatory tequilas and margaritas.


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