The Thousands

Things have been a bit quiet late this year in terms of new watering holes, with the exception of killer South Freo corner bar Who’s Your Mumma and now, La Cholita, a Mexican bar-com-eatery in Northbridge. Clint Nolan is the friendly entrepreneur dude-man behind both venues (and also Harvest Restaurant). We like that Nolan is bringing back the ‘corner block’. Both bars are wrapped around otherwise forgettable corners, the doors open to the street, with a welcoming energy reminiscent of the traditional idea of the ‘corner store’ – a place where not only streets, but people, can intersect. With so many creatively minded entrepreneurs working in the area (our studio is a five minute walk away!), the American-style ‘neighbourhood bar’ vibe is going to be so strong.

You want to know about the food and booze part? It’s good. We knocked back a fair few bottles of the crisp Dos Equis Lager, shared a jug of house sangria and tried a sweet tequila cocktail that featured peach schnapps and egg white. Mental note: La Cholita has a whopping 67 types of tequila! The Mexican tapas-style menu choices are all very reasonably priced -  perfect as snacks for nights out; or ordered plentifully for a night where dining is the priority. Standouts were the home-made tortilla chips and guacamole, zucchini and cheese quesadillas, ocean trout and pineapple ‘bites’ and an icecream Chimichanga (you will die). Plus amazing fish tacos – as good as any in LA.