Borracha Mexican Cantina

Borracha is upscale Mexican done right in Henderson—meaning it's not trying to be authentic street tacos, but it's also not some watered-down gringo disaster. The name literally means "drunk" in Spanish, which should tell you everything about their priorities. They take tequila seriously, the food is elevated without being weird, and happy hour won't completely wreck your wallet.

The Happy Hour Deal

$9 wells and margaritas plus $8 food items, which in the world of upscale Mexican is pretty damn reasonable. The margarita game here is strong—they're not pouring Cuervo garbage and calling it premium. You're getting actual good tequila in drinks that are properly balanced. The wells are solid if you're not feeling agave, but honestly, you're at a place called "drunk"—get the margarita.

What to Order

The guacamole is mandatory and they make it tableside if you're feeling fancy (though I think that might be off-menu). During happy hour, the street corn dip and crispy tacos are the moves—both at that $8 price point and both way better than they need to be. The tableside guacamole is a whole experience if you've got a group. For drinks, their house margarita on the rocks with salt is the baseline test—if they nail that, everything else will be good. They do.

The Vibe Check

This is modern Mexican cantina energy: colorful but not tacky, lively but you can still talk, and a crowd that skews 30s-40s professionals. It's date-night appropriate but also works for groups. The Henderson location means you're getting locals who know good food, not tourists who just want buckets of frozen margaritas. The bar area is where happy hour happens and it's got that fun communal vibe without being a shitshow.

Tequila Nerd Approved

If you're into tequila beyond just getting drunk, Borracha has a legitimately impressive selection. Their bartenders actually know the difference between reposado and añejo, and they can steer you toward something interesting. The happy hour pricing makes it easy to explore without feeling like you're hemorrhaging money.

When You'd Hit This Up

Borracha is your go-to when you want Mexican food that's a step above the usual suspects but you don't want to put on real pants and go somewhere ultra-fancy. The happy hour is perfect for after-work decompression, pre-dinner drinks, or just because it's Tuesday and you deserve a good margarita. It's reliable, the quality is consistent, and Henderson needs more spots like this that bring actual flavor to the table.

Location: Henderson
Vibe: Upscale Mexican cantina, fun but refined
Parking: Shopping center lot
Pro tip: Their tequila flights are a great way to explore—ask your bartender for recommendations.