The Origins of El Fandango

El Fandango is an historically interpretive Restaurant, reflecting the changing pattern of food preparation in California during the time period of 1846 to 1856 years of great change in California.

First, game and seafood was the staple of local Indians.  Then the Californios of the Spanish period developed huge herds of cattle.  At this time the tradition of “Fandangos” was instituted.  During a special events having parties that sometimes lasted days.

The menu of El Fandango reflects the collection of cuisine that took root during this period.
 
The structure and decoration of El Fandango reflects the building style of the Mexican period: a patio with armadas for shade and the outdoor style of living, the exterior: an adobe plastered style of construction.

We hope you enjoy a brief journey back in time to this unique period when the old San Diego and the embryo of a new San Diego co-existed.

OPEN DAILY 8:30 am to 9:30 pm