Desperados Cantina

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Desperados Cantina West Coast-style taqueria in Lexington’s Distillery District serving tacos, craft margaritas, and a wide selection of tequila and mezcal.

11/05/2026

Send this to someone who owes you a spicy marg. 🌶️🍸

Midday cravings? We've got just the thing. 🌮🤭 2 tacos, a side, and a drink for $11.
11/04/2026

Midday cravings? We've got just the thing. 🌮🤭 2 tacos, a side, and a drink for $11.

Herradura is taking over. 🌵🥃Join us November 18 for a Herradura Tequila Tasting featuring Blanco, Reposado & Añejo, a we...
11/03/2026

Herradura is taking over. 🌵🥃

Join us November 18 for a Herradura Tequila Tasting featuring Blanco, Reposado & Añejo, a welcome cocktail, and food pairings. 🌮

Limited seats available! Hit the link in our bio for all the details and to grab your tickets. 🎟️

Mondays are better in pairs. 🍹🍹 2-for-1 margaritas every Monday at Desperados!
11/02/2026

Mondays are better in pairs. 🍹🍹 2-for-1 margaritas every Monday at Desperados!

Milk Tea Made Me Do It. 🧋Jasmine green tea-infused tequila, mango, coconut orgeat, and boba bubbles. Your new seasonal o...
10/26/2026

Milk Tea Made Me Do It. 🧋

Jasmine green tea-infused tequila, mango, coconut orgeat, and boba bubbles. Your new seasonal obsession at Desperados.

Some choices make themselves. 🌮
10/24/2026

Some choices make themselves. 🌮

Mezcal Week kicks off TODAY! 🌵🐇We're featuring five specialty cocktails made with 400 Conejos mezcal, each crafted by on...
10/19/2026

Mezcal Week kicks off TODAY! 🌵🐇

We're featuring five specialty cocktails made with 400 Conejos mezcal, each crafted by one of our own bartenders.

From $8 pours of 400 Conejos to $12 specialty cocktails and $20 flights of three, there's plenty to sip your way through October 19–24!

10/19/2026

Money well spent, if you ask us. 😉🍹 2-for-1 margaritas every Monday!

Meet Liz, our bar manager. 🍹 A familiar face behind the bar and a big part of the Desperados crew. 🌵
10/18/2026

Meet Liz, our bar manager. 🍹 A familiar face behind the bar and a big part of the Desperados crew. 🌵

Address

1224 Manchester Street
Lexington, KY
40504

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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