My partner and I came in on a Friday and although It was karaoke night it was decent, the environment was great. Some of the servers are a little clueless or too new to run their own tables. The server whose nickname is "T" is the best server in the whole joint meaning that it'll be hard to get her. We ordered the mango ceviche and Guac which were delicious as always. read more

Cantina 1948 - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

Great lil gem in "downtown" Temple. I personally judge my Mexican/ Tex-Mex restaurants on their chips/salsa and their made to order margaritas. The margaritas (mine were on the rocks) made to perfection. Finally a place that has "Hot" salsa. Great taste, great amount of heat. Only miss with all of this are the chips. My personal preference is for a thinner chip. Some like the thicker ones and try this place regardless of my chip preferences. I ordered the Steak Fajitas with Corn tortillas. Great portion size. The sides were portioned to complete the meal. I did ask for sour cream since the menu did not say it came with it. Well it did and the waitress did not let me know that and so I got charged for an extra sour cream. Not a big fan of refried beans, however that was what they had. They tasted good and I believe if you are a refried beans type, they would be considered great! The restaurant itself is modern meets industrial vibe. Cozy but not tiny. The staff could be a little more attentive or at least more personable. All in all, I would eat here anytime I am visiting the area and wanting Mexican. read more

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They had me at $10!!! I went here for lunch and my plate was only $10. The host was nice and welcoming. The waitress greeted us and immediately asked what we wanted to drink. The restaurant was clean and had nice ambience. I think this place would be nice for a celebration as well because they have small section in the back. The lunch menu is well put together and not overwhelming. I got the fiesta plate. It came with a crunchy taco, enchilada, and tosta. The beef was very well seasoned and not super duper dry! My waitress was great as well (I think her name starts with an "M". I will definitely be back for lunch! read more

Cantina 1948 - Fiesta plate - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

We live in College Station and do business in Temple frequently. We always try to plan our visits around lunch at Cantina 1948. Super good and fresh fare in a beautiful atmosphere. The staff is super friendly as well. We always get the nachos and cheese enchiladas. Both are just so good we don't want to branch out...but probably should. read more

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I'm sure if you're young and local this is a great spot, but if you're coming from the hospital, AVOID. not a restaurant nearly as much as it is a CLUB lol. Feel like I'm in a comedic timing movie with this dinner choice read more

Finally! Somewhere that serves true craft cocktails. No store bought margarita mix here. The selection of ceviche was impressive. Food was delicious even the soup! The only thing I would change are the chips. Also props to the interior designer. What a beautiful space you've created. Can't wait to come back! read more

Feb. 4, 2026 I had lunch again today with my sister and it didn't disappoint. The meal was delicious and the margaritas were so good. The service was excellent!!! read more

Cantina 1948 - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

Service was incredibly awful. Sat there and no server came to help us (party of 3) until 20 minutes later. Ordered two tacos and they said they only had hard shell, no sauces. Ok fine. Waited 45 minutes and was then told my order was given to another table. When said server repeated my order back, it was wrong. Don't even think she put in my order. Was told manager would remake my 2 tacos. Waited another half hour. There were only about 7-9 active tables and when I went to the bar I was addressed immediately. (BTW- I had made a reservation!!!) No apologies for the inconvenience. Only had one water at the table and was never even refilled. Waitress would ignore our table after she dropped the two tacos at our table. And was charged for them even after they were cold and tasteless. I had 2 tacos and 2 drinks and I was there from 6:30-9pm because of how long I waited. Also ordered queso dip and they said it was $16???? Never again. read more

Cantina 1948 is a new hot spot! We dined here for an early birthday treat from my famz, and last dinner out in Texas for me... Upon entering, you'll find an attractive interior: Fashionably lit bar area Wooden tables with cushioned metal chairs Elegantly cushioned table seating A lounge Stage area Upstairs loft seating Music and silent TVs It's not an extensive menu but there are some delicacies theyve chosen to represent a few best of Mexican cuisine and even upped it up with different artistic presentational touches. Because of all the above, expect it to be a little pricier. Our drinks: Virgin Piña Colada Hopadillo Guava Margarita Our food: Tortilla Soup - chunky and nommerz Red Pork Tamales Elotes Preparado Mexican Board by Chuy Our recommendations: Mexican Board by Chuy Tortilla Soup Do browse through the other menu specialties. Come on a night with something live happening if you can. We had a great server They're a new welcome to Downtown Temple. Street parking has construction because of future new developments, but you should still be able to find a spot around the corner. read more

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We got there around 6:30pm and it wasn't very busy yet. We had made reservations in advance just in case. If you're planning on coming later I would do the reservation because it got very busy before we left. The service was good, food was hot and tasty. The bathrooms sinks being outside the actual bathroom is odd. It's kind of off putting because you're washing your hands right in front of the restaurant. Parking was fine. read more

If it was possible I'd give no stars. The atmosphere was nice and so were the servers up until we got seated. I'm not entirely sure what our servers name was but she was persistent on us drinking our water. My husband and I love to bar hop so we understand the importance of staying hydrated while drinking but to be told we can't order anymore until we finish our glasses of water is insane. I understand being cut off when you've had too much but my husband and I had only been in with our friends for less than half an hour. I had 2 shooters and 1 shot of Tito's and she told me I wasn't allowed to order more unless i finished my second glass of water. My husband hadn't even finished his first mixed drink and was also told he couldn't order until his water was finished. I have NEVER been forced to drink water in order to have another drink. Everyone at the bar was being served drink after drink with no water in sight yet we were being treated like toddlers. As an establishment that makes most of their money off drinks that's the quickest way to drive a customer out. Have a bossy server who forces you to down your water before you can order more. read more

Great food and great service! Stopped in from travel and found this hidden gem. Love the ambience of the store, everyone was welcoming and nice! read more

Cantina 1948 - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

The staff was clueless and the food was tasteless. I try to give good reviews even if the food isn't outstanding but if this was just an off night for this restaurant I am sorry. The best thing about this restaurant was the back bar, very pretty. read more

Our favorite Is Italian place had another hour till open ( we forgot ) and here we were in a parking spot and a sign saying Cantina 1948, so naturally I look up reviews. We tried it, the day was beautiful so we sat outside. Thomas, our server, was top notch. Everything about this place was superb. We ordered off the lunch menu and the food was great.. salsa and chips absolutely perfect, guacamole fantastic.. enchilada and taco, yummy! Margarita special with Patron was excellent. There is nothing bad to say about this place ! It will be one of our favorites from here on. If you haven't tried it.. what are you waiting for? read more

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Love the food and the ambience they really put love into everything! One of my favorite places for latin cuisine in central Texas

First of all, Eric and Jorge are outstanding customer service tacticians! They know how to work customer service and make you feel like you are at home. Because of these gentlemen I will always come back for the good food and service. The 3 Taco Plate is my favorite! This is an mazing place to hang out with great food and staff. I'm grateful to be welcomed by people who love their job and make this business impressionable. -Shaun read more

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I went on a Monday night around 8:30 pm. They had lights and music on! Just a few folks dining at the bar with me. It was great atmosphere and good food too! I got the tuna tostada. Not at all disappointed! Great service too. I wish I remembered my bartender's name, but she was sweet and attentive. read more

Cantina 1948 - Ahi Tuna Tostada, very good! - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Jorge and Jenn know their way around great drinks with a twist of their own!! Highly recommend when you want to unwind and have a drink or two or even three. Who's counting read more

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Julian is a superb mixologist! Our drinks were amazing!! If you don't come here you're missing out on delicious well made drinks.

Excellent restaurant located in an adorable part of town. Smaller menu but definitely has something for everyone. Delicious food and the prices are great. Our server was very nice and attentive. read more

We had an amazing time. First timers & we already have plans to go again over all a 10 plus!

This place resembles an upscale cantina bar in Mx. the drinks are great. The food not so much. Somewhat on the Americanized side. Would go for a late night drink if that. 4/10 read more

Love love this place !! Just celebrated my 30th birthday && it was a blast! We rented out the top part, so we had our privacy along with the right ambiance. We picked our party platters with delicious food, service was super prompt & they had everything ready! (They just added a new lunch menu!) read more

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Cantina 1948 in temple is SUPERB! The tamales and ceviche are delectable! The cocktails are absolutely delightful! The staff members are friendly and kind and wonderful to interact with. Highly suggest this place! The ambience is stunning! GO THERE!! read more

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It's okay... the Mexican food wasn't authentic and the enchilada was too salty. The tacos just weren't what I'm used too. The drinks were okay. The service was really good though, they did ask us if we were good quite a few times. My rating is completely based off of the food, nothing else. And it's pretty pricey as well. I wouldn't come here again for food. Also we waited quite a bit when we were waiting to be seated. read more

Cantina 1948 - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

I almost never rate an establishment I've never been to, but here I am. We are brand new to town & my birthday is Christmas Eve so my husband made a reservation for 7:00 on Dec 24th several days prior. We got an email confirmation and everything for the reservation. When we showed up it was closed and no one else was taking reservations for the evening. Please keep track of your reservations and contact those who you cannot accommodate prior to their arrival. read more

Great drinks and ambiance. Service is hit or miss. Love the pork belly and guacamole. The house drinks never taste the same so you can't go wrong with the frozen margaritas. read more

This place is super cute with tasty food and drinks at a great price! For my drink, I chose the Sangria Margarita. If you look at the picture, you will see that it was "LIT"! For my meal, I ordered the Fiesta Plate from the lunch menu. During the ordering process I was able to select my protein on each part of my entree. I chose chicken on my tostada, beef on my crunchy taco and cheese only on my enchilada. Everything was good; especially the queso on the enchilada! Oh my, I may need a bowl of that next time! I was very impressed and I will definitely be back! read more

Cantina 1948 - Beef Taco, Chicken Tostada and Cheese Enchilafa - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

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What a fun place in Temple! They have great drinks, but even better food. I have been delighted with the atmosphere- fun, lively music, while enjoying fun drinks and great food- chile relleno, the nachos, etc. fun, establishment to enjoy food and drink read more

Shout out to Jen, Julian and Jorge the fabulous bar staff....they are absolutely killing it!!! Go by and see them! Also, our waiter, Smile.....he was attentive, but not overly attentive. It was a delightful experience. Definitely will become a regular. read more

Solid 4 stars. Parking is street parking and it gets busy around dinner time. Service was good, food was good not phenomenal. Ambiance and decor was a bit odd, sort of all over the place and not cohesive. Menu was also all over the place. read more

What went well? Everything! If you see my reviews you'll see mine are mostly not great reviews. I just expect good food, service and a comfortable place to eat. This restaurant had it ALL! I had the La Gorda Plate. 1 crispy taco beef, I pork tamal, and I chicken Enchilada. I also had the Mexican Martini. It has a little olive juice, Tequila, and sweet & sour. Delish! The food and drink felt like the took pride in their products. The taco had flavor, light an crunchy. The tamal had plentiful meat with visible vegetables from the stew. The Enchilada shredded chicken just as good. They are a couple steps above other Mexican restaurants in town. They wait staff perfect! The ambiance perfect. There are beautiful seating area for hanging out. The 2nd best part. My lunch special was $10.00!!!! Martini 13.00. I'll be back!! Just got carrots cake to go. Update, I'm not a fan of the cake. It is very dense and tastes more like a spice cake. The nice berries and Carmel drizzle doesn't fix it. read more

Cantina 1948 - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

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First of all, it's mainly a bar. So the food is bar food. But it's pretty good. We got the nachos, and 2 taco plates. Also got chips, salsa and guacamole. Service was really good. The sangria was excellent. I got the watermelon margarita and I wish it had been sweeter. But overall a good trip. read more

We came here for pre-diner drinks at the bar and got the La Getona Margarita and frozen strawberry margarita. The drinks were very good. The bartender serving us was very friendly and talkative. The vibe is very different than other places in Temple with nice mood lighting and good music. I can't comment on the food but I do recommend coming here for some nice tequila drinks! read more

Cantina 1948 - Left: La Getona Margarita Right: Strawberry Frozen Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Great food and fast services. I ordered tamale, chicken enchilada.and chicken taco everything was wonderful.

Jenn and Jorge are the best try there collaboration on the tequila old-fashioned A++ the food is so delicious and fresh read more

The place is pure trash. Arrived on a Friday night. Last call is before 12:30. It is literally a useless establishment.

This place is great for drinks, environment and service. The only down side was the DJ Wendolee. This is a latin club and she played a lame music playlist all night long. Country, 80s and 90s house and alternative. Its a latin themed bar. Can we get some spanish music? Mind you she sang her own karoake all night long. She ruined the whole vibe. 0/10 for the DJ. read more

Absolutely delicious! Just passing through town and decided to stop. We both had the Gordo margarita. Fresh pineapple muddled to perfection! The nacho cantina supreme was the best we've ever had. Will definitely be back when passing through town again! read more

My husband and I went to Cantina 1948 for lunch. Wow! I really can't say enough about how amazing it was. The ambiance is wonderful! The food was GREAT, and the Margaritas were fresh tasting...not from a mix. The service was also great. (Attentive, but not bothersome.) This was our first trip there, but DEFINITELY will not be the last. I highly recommend Cantina 1948. read more

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