En Fuego Cantina & Grill is a Mexican restaurant and tequila bar at 1342 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014, occupying a building with deep Del Mar history. The site traces back to La Tienda, circa 1930, which served as Del Mar's original restaurant and hosted racetrack elites and Hollywood stars like Bing Crosby and Pat O'Brien. It later became El Pescador, known for its chowder and fish sandwiches, before owner John Wingate transformed it into En Fuego in 1995. The name translates loosely to "on fire," and the multi-level cantina with its grotto-style patio, twinkling lights, and tropical greenery delivers on that promise. En Fuego carries an extensive list of tequilas and mezcals, and Herradura produces a custom tequila exclusively for the restaurant that is not available anywhere else. The signature En Fuego Margarita built around that exclusive pour is a must-try. Taco Tuesday runs from 4 PM to close with deals on a rotating selection of tacos including seared ahi, blackened swordfish, Cardiff Crack, and halibut. Happy hour is available daily from 3 to 6 PM with $5 Mexican draft beers and $7 house margaritas. The menu showcases Mexican Riviera-inspired flavors with chile rellenos stuffed with Anaheim chilis and topped with tomatillo sauce, fresh guacamole, carnitas, fajitas, and carne asada fries. Live music regularly fills the courtyard on weekend evenings, and En Fuego has established itself as a pre-party and after-party destination during Del Mar horse racing season. Certified as a Surfrider Ocean Friendly Restaurant, the cantina takes environmental responsibility seriously. The restaurant is closed Mondays and open Tuesday through Sunday, generally from noon to 9 or 9:30 PM. Reservations are accepted and recommended for weekend brunch and dinner. Private event spaces can accommodate groups from 20 to 200. Just down Camino Del Mar, Board & Brew - Del Mar at 1212 Camino Del Mar has served signature sandwiches and craft beer since 1979 for anyone looking for a quick, casual lunch before or after tequila and tacos. Dogs are allowed both inside and on the patio, and the eclectic, festive atmosphere draws families, groups, and tourists year-round. Nearby on the same street, Sbicca offers another popular bar and dining destination in the heart of the Del Mar Village.