The Headless Mexican

Self described Genuinely not Mexican food that's homemade from real ingredients, The Headless Mexican is keeping the Christchurch scene on its toes with this intimate take on this most joyous of dining experiences.

When you think of Mexican restaurants, the images of families crammed around large tables, a tiki bar and plenty of garish colours might come to mind. The Headless Mexican is different. Keeping things simple and lowkey, this restaurant sticks to its inauthentic scheme and small plates to share. Small tables are placed in close proximity to one another, creating a gentle buzz that continues throughout the evening. Welcome to a sophisticated take on Mexican cuisine.

The surroundings might hit different but the menu is still full of your favourite Mexican classics. All designed for sharing, have your fill of quesadillas filled with pork and mozzarella, tacos brimming with buffalo chicken and battered daily fish, and burritos encasing spiced beef mince and grilled courgette. And don't be afraid to pile on the sides too! With plenty of jalapeño slaw, buffalo corn riblets and loaded nachos to go around, there's no danger of you going hungry.

Here, the drinks are just as important as the food. The all Canterbury wine list will get you through the weeknights, whilst the frozen margarita, sangria and espresso martini are perfect party starters. So, whatever the evening has in store, The Headless Mexican will see that it heads the right way!