Cisco’s Funky Bar & Restaurant

Cisco’s Funky Bar & Restaurant is a Mexican-style bar and late-night restaurant in Arinsal, a short walk from the village’s central square and the lower end of the Pal-Arinsal gondola area. Current listings also call it Cisco’s Apres Bar, a name that describes its role particularly well during ski season: visitors come in after time on the mountain for a drink, something to eat and a lively indoor atmosphere. It is not a quiet mountain lodge or a formal Mexican dining room. Expect a casual bar setting that stays open late, with food alongside drinks and a social, sometimes energetic crowd.

The food draws on Mexican and broader South American bar cooking. The restaurant’s historic municipal food-festival menu featured quesadillas with smoked chicken and melted mozzarella, alongside a tomato-and-basil vegetarian version, plus fajitas with chicken and beef or a vegetarian filling. A warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream appeared as dessert. That event menu is several years old and should not be mistaken for today’s complete menu, but it gives a useful indication of the style: familiar shareable dishes and hearty flavours designed to go with a relaxed evening. Current map-derived listings mention nachos, burgers and steaks among the popular choices, and user reviews also refer to beer, wine and sangria. Check the menu directly for current items, prices and vegetarian choices before ordering.

As a bar, Cisco’s is known for its après-ski trade and extended evening hours. A current restaurant directory lists a 15:00 opening each day, closing at 03:00 Sunday through Thursday and at 04:00 on Friday and Saturday. Tripadvisor shows a later 16:00 start and slightly different closing times, including 02:00 Monday and 04:00 Thursday through Saturday. Because these schedules differ, treat them as a guide rather than a promise: the business’s own website was not accessible during this check, and late-night hours can change with the season. Call +376 836 398 or check the current map listing on the day you plan to visit. A recent customer review describes a happy-hour period from 15:00 to 19:00, but promotions, prices and eligibility may change; confirm at the bar rather than relying on an old review.

The location is in the older part of Arinsal, where the streets and building names can appear differently across maps. The 2021 La Massana winter-cuisine guide records Cisco’s at Carrer del Serradell 1, Casa Martí, while a later restaurant map places it on the Ctra. d’Arinsal and current listings use Carrer del Serradell. They all give the same phone number and refer to the same Cisco’s business. If you are navigating by car, use the business name and phone rather than relying only on an address pin; parking in the village may require using public spaces and walking the final stretch. The bar is also close to the local church and central village area, making it easy to reach on foot from nearby accommodation.

Cisco’s works best for a casual meal, drinks after skiing or a late evening with friends. The kitchen’s Mexican influence means quesadillas and fajitas have been part of its documented offer, while the current profile’s wider list of nachos, burgers and steaks points to a bar menu that can suit different appetites. Vegetarians have had a documented quesadilla option, but the current ingredients and preparation should be checked, especially for allergies or strict dietary requirements. The venue advertises vegetarian options through a current directory, but this does not establish that every dish can be adapted or that cross-contact is avoided.

Reviews describe an informal, friendly bar atmosphere, with groups gathering for drinks and sport or après-ski. It can become busy around the end of the ski day and late in the evening. Guests looking for a quieter meal may prefer to arrive earlier, while groups should call ahead to ask about seating. The listings indicate table service, a full bar and reservations, but do not establish consistent availability for every night. Some profiles say cash only while other directory entries indicate card acceptance, so bring an alternative payment method or verify before ordering if payment flexibility matters.

The business has operated in Arinsal for years and appears in the parish’s restaurant and bar material under the Cisco’s Funky name. Its online presence has shifted toward the “Apres Bar” label, but the phone and mapped point tie the two names together. Historic festival dishes and older address details help establish the identity, not current menus or schedules. For a dependable visit, confirm the day’s opening and food service directly, particularly outside winter, when the après-ski rhythm and late hours may not apply in exactly the same way.

For visitors staying in Arinsal, Cisco’s offers a straightforward option when the priority is a relaxed bar meal and drinks rather than a destination tasting menu. It combines a late-closing bar with Mexican-influenced comfort food in a central village setting. Go for the informal atmosphere, check which dishes are currently being served, and verify the schedule if arriving early or planning a late visit. The main practical point is the hours discrepancy: current directories agree on late service but not on the precise opening and closing times for every weekday.