Mad Dog & Beans

Specialties

Mad Dog & Beans Mexican Cantina is a casual-​upscale Mexican restaurant featuring a traditional Mexican menu. The theme is based on the Mexican Revolution. The décor features vintage black-​and-​white photos of banditos and scenes of Mexico printed on canvas and displayed throughout the restaurant.

Barn wood, iron, weathered furniture, wrought-​iron chandeliers, Edison bulbs, candlelight and other traditional decorative elements all combine to provide a warm and rustic dining atmosphere.

Flat-​screen televisions in the bar area feature sports and vintage Mexican movies, while stainless-​steel and glass Guacamole stations add a modern contrast to the overall look.

Music is a lively Mexican and Spanish selection during the day at both the bar area and the dining area. During happy hour, the bar area switches over to top 100, classic and contemporary rock, while guests can enjoy a more traditional Mexican dining experience upstairs where Mexican/​Spanish music continues to play.

History

Established in 2008.

Mad Dog was a character in the old Southwest who didn’t always get along with the law. That’s essentially how he ended up with the moniker Mad Dog.

Over one particular long weekend, he was accused of a brutal murder. Mad Dog had nothing to do with it, but his name and reputation were enough to do him in. He had enough so he fled south to Mexico where his favorite job was for the proprietor of the local cantina. The cantina owner was a land owner but not good with his money, so he came to an agreement with Mad Dog: There was always an open tab at the cantina. Cold cervezas and a bottle of tequila were good company for Mad Dog.

He and Mad Dog fast became steadfast drinking partners. They marched to their own beat, but they were in step when it came to cerveza and tequila. The chef was only known as Beans. Whether dropping in for a chat with the señorita behind the bar or simply quenching a thirst, you could always count on two things at the cantina: cold cerveza and Mad Dog & Beans.

Meet the Business Owner

Paul O.

Business Owner

Owner Paul has years of experience and a true passion for the restaurant industry. He enjoys being able to serve the public at Mad Dog & Beans where the authentic Mexican cuisine and quality service are the driving force of the business. He hopes to provide you with such a positive experience that you’ll remember to return to Mad Dog & Beans when you’re in need of a great meal!