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The chelada: beer, lime, salt, done
A chelada is the plain version: beer, lime juice and salt, with nothing red in the glass. Chela is Mexican slang for a beer.
Cantina Rooftop
Drinks
Beer, micheladas & sangría
- Cervezas$8
- Michelada Cantina$10
- Chelada HK$10
Lime & salt
- Sangría$17
- Wine by the glass$13
Please tell your server about any food allergies.
The line that keeps moving
The line between this and a michelada depends on where you're drinking. In some regions the two names swap entirely, and some US brands use chelada for a beer with tomato juice. So if it matters to you, ask before you order.
It's the simplest way to make a light lager taste sharper on a warm night, and the easy pick if you want something refreshing without a meal in the glass. It's good with anything fried.
Just lime and salt on ours, nothing red. The menu doesn't explain the HK.
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Chelada HK: questions
What's the difference between a chelada and a michelada?
In most of Mexico, a chelada is beer with lime and salt, and a michelada adds sauces or chile. The names change by region.
What beer goes in a chelada?
Usually a light Mexican lager, since the lime and salt do most of the talking.
What's in the Chelada HK at Cantina Rooftop?
Our menu says: Lime & salt. Tell your server about any allergies when you order.
How much for the Chelada HK at Cantina Rooftop?
$10 on our menu right now. See it on the full menu.
When can I order the Chelada HK?
It's on our drinks menu. Our hours: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm to 11pm (last reservation 10pm), Friday 5pm to 3am, Saturday 12pm to 3am and Sunday 12pm to 9:30pm. Closed Mondays. We're at 605 W 48th St in Hell's Kitchen. Book a table.