Frida House by Los Cantaritos

What is Frida House by Los Cantaritos? Occupying a lively stretch along Gerrard Street East in Leslieville, Frida House is an art-splashed Mexican cantina born from the team behind Dufferin Street staple Los Cantaritos. The dining room pays vivid tribute to Frida Kahlo with colorful folkloric murals, warm lighting, and a casual room arrangement of banquette tables and a welcoming drinks bar. It operates as an unpretentious East End neighborhood joint built for generous Mexican comfort food, agave pours, and relaxed dining.

Frida House by Los Cantaritos Menu & What to Order The kitchen presses its blue corn tortillas in-house, anchoring standout orders like the crisp, griddled Quesabirrias served alongside a rich beef consomé for dunking. Traditionalists and seafood fans alike will want to jump on the beer-battered Baja Fish Tacos layered with crunchy slaw and chipotle crema, as well as the shredded Chicken Tinga. Pair your plates with a citrus-packed Cantarito cocktail served in traditional earthenware, and finish with a plate of fresh, golden churros.

Know Before You Go Walk-ins are standard and table turnover is steady, though reserving ahead online is wise for peak dinner runs and weekend groups. The 506 Carlton streetcar drops off steps away at Gerrard and Jones, with metered street parking lining the surrounding blocks. Kitchen hours run straight through the evening Tuesday to Saturday, closing a bit earlier on Sunday afternoons.