1882 Cantina
Reserve a TableFine Mexican Food & Spirits
Savor the spice, flavor and aromas of the best food from Mexico, Central and South American countries.
South of the border cuisine takes center stage at Pechanga’s 1882 Cantina. Serving brunch & dinner five days a week, 1882 Cantina features quintessential dishes from regions known for bold flavors that are favorites now in California.
This casual restaurant proves the perfect place for meeting up with family and friends, watching fútbol or other sports, and for enjoying a refreshing margarita or sipping on an artisan tequila.
*Local farms and providers are utilized by 1882 Cantina whenever possible. Some include Mary’s Chicken and Esperanza's Tortilleria.
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Cuisine
Mexican
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Price
$$
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Ambience
Casual
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Dress
Casual

Dinner & A Laugh
Enjoy a full night out with dinner and a show! For one inclusive price, treat yourself to a three-course meal at 1882 Cantina and tickets to a Live at the Loft comedy show.
After dinner, head over to Live at the Loft, located upstairs inside of Kelsey’s restaurant, for an evening of laughter. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of good food and great comedy—reserve your seat today! Showtimes are at 7:00PM and 9:30PM every Friday and Saturday night.
*Reservations for Dinner & a Laugh are highly recommended.
*Tickets are subject to taxes and service fees.

Live at Pechanga 1882
Friday and Saturday Nights
Experience nightlife at the 1882 Cantina, where Latin and Spanish music set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Enjoy the lively rhythms of salsa, bachata, and mariachi while you mingle with friends in a vibrant atmosphere. A stunning display of tequila bottles serves as the ideal backdrop for photos and selfies.
Savor margaritas and enjoy authentic Mexican dishes while talented cantantes and live bands serenade you. Located inside the glass atrium near the hotel lobby, 1882 Cantina offers a unique blend of music and culture. Enjoy Temecula's nightlife at 1882 Cantina.
The History of 1882
1882 was one of the most important years ever in the history of the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. On June 27, 1882, President Chester A. Arthur issued an Executive Order re-establishing the government-to-government relationship between Pechanga and the United States and setting aside a mere 4,000 acres for the Pechanga Indian Reservation.
The Pechanga People have lived in the Temecula Valley since time immemorial. Finally, 30 years after the conclusion of the Treaty at the Village of Temecula, the promise of permanent lands for the Pechanga People was fulfilled. The Treaty of Temecula would have given tribes about 12,000 square miles of Southern California. But as gold was discovered in California, the U.S. Senate did not ratify the Treaty of Temecula - along with 17 others. State actions led to California Native Americans being legally exterminated, enslaved, and oppressed. Millions of acres of land were forcibly taken by the State of California for the benefit of individuals and corporations.
Our ancestors endured floods, fires, droughts, economic scarcity, disease, and invasions, struggling to survive to ensure a better life for future generations. Thanks to them, a new day has dawned in which our Tribe is realizing self-reliance and employing thousands of Californians. With confidence that our children and grandchildren will preserve our tribal sovereignty, our culture and traditions, we look forward to a bright future.
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