Opening at 210 East Main Street early next year, La Cantina on Main will offer an affordable lunch menu, a dinner experience with lounge area and event space, and a nightlife-­?style concept featuring live music.

With dishes that explore the diverse regions of Mexico, La Cantina on Main hopes to honor the Mexican culture and capture the spirit of family. Owners and founders Jose Luna, Ramon Benitez, and Guillermo Pomares share more than 50 years of combined experience in the restaurant and hospitality industries.

Luna, who also manages Canton’s CaliFino Tequila distribution center for Georgia, says the trio of owners intend to create a destination for residents and visitors, helping to create good memories and add to the magic of Downtown.

Luna says, “We are excited to share our family traditions, to serve authentic food from key regions of Mexico, and to bring an entertaining night life experience to our community.” La Cantina on Main’s founders live in Canton, Woodstock, and Marietta.

With deep local ties to Cherokee County, Benitez – who also owns the area’s Dos Margaritas locations – says the restaurant expects to be open 7 days a week, from lunchtime into the late night hours. “We are looking forward to being a part of the special story of Canton and the surrounding area for decades to come,” Benitez says. “Come explore Canton, Georgia!”