Cantina Contramar is set to enter Las Vegas, bringing a breath of fresh air to the city’s Mexican dining scene. Bringing Chef Cámara’s iconic cuisine and hospitality, it offers a celebratory vibe to diners. The culinary program also stands out, complemented by a carefully curated beverage menu.
Cantina Contramar Set to Redefine Mexican Dining in Las Vegas
Internationally acclaimed chef Gabriela Cámara is set to debut a premier Mexican destination in Las Vegas. Bringing her Contramar magic all the way from Mexico City, the new restaurant features some of Mexico’s most influential creative voices. From world-renowned architect to maestra tequilera, Cantina Contramar is a destination unlike any other.
Opening on March 28, 2026, Cantina Contramar is set to elevate the Strip’s culinary landscape. Blending Mexican cuisine, beverage, and design, it reflects an iconic collaboration. The restaurant will open on the Las Vegas Strip at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
With the opening, chef Cámara will also mark the next extension of the iconic 27-year-old Contramar brand. She weaves her iconic seafood dining with new creations that twist Mexican classics, exploring a vast landscape of Mexican flavors. Complementing these flavors is the selection of custom cocktails and tequilas from Maestra Tequilera Bertha González Nieves.
Architectural Design by Frida Escobedo
Cantina Contramar marks world-renowned architect Frida Escobedo’s first restaurant project in the U.S. Escobedo’s designs include the new Modern and Contemporary Art Wing for The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Doha, Qatar, and the renovation of the Centre Pompidou as co-designer.
Escobedo designed the restaurant with inspirations from traditional Mexican cantinas, featuring a bright, expansive space. It embodies a place that welcomes everyone and includes an open kitchen, a comal station, and a bar.
About Chef Gabriela Cámara
Restaurateur, author, and cultural advocate, Chef Gabriela Cámara founded Contramar restaurant in 1998. She is known for her honest approach to cooking, deep commitment to sustainability, and respect for ingredients. She was named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2020.
Chef Cámara is also recognized by Fortune and Food & Wine as one of the most innovative women in gastronomy. With decades of industry experience, she has created a group of restaurants and projects centered on Mexican hospitality.
With its Las Vegas debut, Cantina Contramar brings the spirit of Mexico City to the Strip. Blending Chef Cámara’s iconic culinary philosophy with a thoughtful design and refined beverage program, the restaurant is expected to become a standout destination among diners.
