cantina

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It was truly a spectacle that combined the aspects of a rock concert, “Christian” evangelical megachurch service, crime family gathering, bazaar, Mos Eisley cantina from "Star Wars" and a professional wrestling supercard.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2024

Martinez ran the cantina from 2000 to 2019.

From Washington Times • Jul. 3, 2023

They join a roster that includes tacos del barrio, cantina nachos with chicken, braised pork or sweet potato, and of course the ever popular fried grasshoppers.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2023

The opening scene, a “Blade Runner” homage that leads into a dark, seamy version of the typical “Star Wars” cantina, is a witty example of the show’s method.

From New York Times • Sep. 20, 2022

We pulled up in the dirt yard of a cantina where half-clothed children chased mean-looking chickens around and around.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou