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Mexican restaurant in Curitiba, Paraná
What should I order at Zapata Mexican Bar?
What to order
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Vegan Tacos
Recommended because multiple reviews call them amazing and specifically praise the restaurant for having good vegan options.
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Quesadilla
Mentioned as great in one review, making it one of the specifically praised dishes.
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Nachos
Liked in the rodízio review for having good flavor, even though one diner noted they were not spicy.
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Happy Face Potatoes
Mentioned positively by a reviewer whose kids enjoyed them, making them a noted family-friendly item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
About Zapata Mexican Bar
A lively, colorful bar with Mexican food & music, with a dance floor open to beginners & pros alike.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Ticket Restaurant
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Zapata Mexican Bar known for?
It is best known for Mexican food paired with mariachi and live music, especially the rodízio and well-served dishes. Reviews repeatedly mention huge portions, good flavor, and a lively bar setting in Curitiba.
What dishes are most recommended at Zapata Mexican Bar?
Reviewers specifically highlight the vegan tacos, nachos, quesadilla, and the rodízio. People also mention that the tortillas are real corn tortillas and that the portions are large and filling.
What is the atmosphere like at Zapata Mexican Bar?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with a colorful bar feel, rustic touches, and live mariachi or band music. It seems to suit groups and solo diners, and the dance floor and music make it more energetic than a quiet sit-down taqueria.
Is Zapata Mexican Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is R$60–140, and reviews are mixed on value, with some calling it fair or good value and others saying it is not cheap. The rodízio and the large portions help explain why many diners feel the price is justified.
Do I need a reservation or should I expect a wait?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. That is useful because the place draws groups, tourists, and college students, and the live music and dinner service can make it busier at peak times.
Is parking available at Zapata Mexican Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Zapata Mexican Bar have vegetarian options?
Yes, Zapata Mexican Bar offers vegetarian options.
Is Zapata Mexican Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, Zapata Mexican Bar is good for kids.
