Thursday Nights in Playhouse Village: Free Music and Mexican Cocktails Become a Pasadena Tradition

Live musician Rodrigo performs weekly as Anayas Restaurant offers no-cover entertainment with whiskey and mojito specials
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Every Thursday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Anayas Restaurant in Pasadena’s Playhouse Village transforms into a gathering place where whiskey and mojitos flow freely to the sounds of live music, no cover charge required.​

“Looking for free evening entertainment in Playhouse Village? Anayas Restaurant hosts live music and cocktail specials every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at its location on 630 E. Colorado Boulevard,” according to a January 7, 2026 article in Pasadena Now.​

The restaurant, operating as Los 3 Anayas, Inc., has made the Thursday “Whiskey & Mojitos” program a regular part of its weekly offerings.​

“The event is free to attend with no cover charge,” Pasadena Now notes, adding that “the restaurant, operating as Los 3 Anayas, Inc., offers full dining service alongside the beverage promotions.”​

At the heart of each Thursday night is Rodrigo, the musician who performs regularly at the event.​

News N’ Roses newsletter describes it simply: “Sip whiskey and mojitos while enjoying live music from Rodrigo during this Thursday night hang.”​

Located at 630 E. Colorado Blvd., Anayas describes itself as “the newest restaurant from the Anaya family, bringing authentic flavors of Mexico to Pasadena.”​

Visit Pasadena adds that “Anaya’s is known for their quality of food as their dishes are made from scratch and packed full of flavor.”​

The upcoming February 12, 2026 event continues the weekly tradition.​

Reservations are available online.​

Anayas Restaurant: Whiskey & Mojitos will run on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Anayas Restaurant, 630 E. Colorado Blvd., in Pasadena.​For more information, visit https://playhousevillage.org/event/anayas-restaurant-whiskey-mojitos/2026-02-12/.