Went to celebrate a friend's birthday, and landed here. Took me a minute to find the place (coming from OP), and parking is not easy, but so glad I made the trek. Food was hot and fresh and tasted so yummy! The staff were friendly and made us feel very well taken care of. The interior is nicely decorated and has some lovely murals. what's not to love?!? read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Ummm.... My margarita was good. If I was at dinner with girlfriends a second one would have been ordered. Food? Ehh. The soft shell of my tacos were cold. The server didn't come back to refill our waters either. I was so thirsty! 21.12.2025 read more

Cantina Louie - Spicy Watermelon Margarita 17.11.2025 - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Been quite a few times with my coworker and we recently went here this past Sunday. I ordered the taco quesabirria and I looove it! That's my favorite to order from here. Service is always fantastic here! Very quick and on point. I also love going here because they did a good job on the decoration, it makes you feel like you're in Mexico. Plenty of parking space as well. read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Food was pretty good,not an issue there, only down side the service was a little slow this night. Drinks were definitely doing the good part to make up for the wait! The place designed so well with the art on the walls and everywhere added a great touch for a talking piece. Very cute and friendly vibe.Prices are very reasonable and parking was smooth here no trouble at all. Try the churros simple but very sweet way to end the meal. read more

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Love their Taco Tuesday special! All these tacos for just $2.99 is a great deal. All the tacos were full of flavor and their drink deals are also wonderful. Our server was friendly and attentive to all our needs. This will definitely be a staple for us especially since it's down the road from us. The ambiance here is bright, colorful and vibrant! read more

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I'm going to start this review out by discussing the outstanding service we received from Matthew. We were a party of nine and I have to say Matthew truly deserves 10 stars for his demonstrated customer centered skills! His recommendation of menu items was spot on and his service is beyond reproach. Matthew is a true role model for the team! The food was excellent and I have to say I was literally shocked at how quickly it came out, hot and fresh. I had the burrito which was huge so I have enough for leftovers. The guacamole was fresh & outstanding as well as the street corn! There are not enough euphemisms to say how great everything was! I love the interior for its rich in the culture of honoring those who have gone before us. The bright colors and the ambience is outstanding. Management really needs to know what a true gem they have in Matthew! He made this visit outstanding because he genuinely cared about his customers. The food was an added bonus! read more

Cantina Louie - Matthew - OUTSTANDING SERVER!! - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

house margaritas $4.99@ until 6pm, lunch menu available until4pm. Luckily we arrived at 3:45pm for a late lunch/early dinner. We had the ceviche (half price) and the dos tacos special. We got one chumichurri and one shrimp. The chimichurri tasted like it was something else, like carne asada, with green sauce. But it was good! As was 5he shrimp taco and rice and beans. When we go back, I'd spring for a half price as well. Nice ambience, and friendly bar staff waiting on us. No complaints here. read more

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I truly enjoy the ambiance of cantina Louie. It's a very social atmosphere with tvs, indoor/outdoor patio seating and a full bar. It is quite loud but again, great for socializing. The food is always delicious and so are the drinks. The service is quite fast and friendly. It's definitely a go to spot for happy hour specials and football! read more

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My husband and I had appetizers and drinks at this location recently. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. The Trifecta was very tasty and the drinks were delicious. Our only complaint was that two of the servers (including ours) were wearing 'crop tops'. It appeared that they had taken the Cantina Louie t-shirts and cut them, revealing their mid-sections. This is a classy restaurant, not a beach bar. Our server was also wearing very short jean shorts. We were not impressed. Please revisit your policy regarding employee attire. Thank you. read more

The outside bar is great on a nice day! They have daily deals, great margaritas and decent prices! Service is consistently good and fast! This place gets really busy but they will still seat you quickly. I like this place a lot, but the tacos/food are subpar compared to Taco Lu or burrito gallery. Nothing bad about them but just not quite as good. Seafood items are very good and fresh but steak and other meats can be rubbery. read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Great spot for a big group! I was asked to choose a place for dinner for some new work colleagues and decided on Cantina Louie..... I absolutely made the right choice! The waitress was super attentive and made great suggestions. The food was good and there was something for everyone! I personally got the shrimp tacos (both the street corn and the sriracha) and a pork taco which were all very tasty. The street corn was my favorite! They also have great deals every day for both food and drink! read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

The service here is amazing! Really liked the decor, it's very fun, uplifting and traditional Mexican. The food was equally great. Had the taquitos as an appetizer and to my surprise it was 1/2 off (guessing during happy hour). Also enjoyed a normal margarita and carne asada taco to gauge authenticity. The tacos here are authentic and very tasty. Can't wait to try more stuff on their menu. Definitely my new hangout place when I come down to JAX. read more

Cantina Louie - Chips, salsa and a margarita - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Excellent service, food was hot fast and fresh. Waitress was very attentive. They were busy it was taco Tuesday, but the service was still awesome. read more

Nice dinner experience with family. I ordered the chicken chimichanga and it was absolutely delicious--flavorful and beautifully plated. I paired it with a Mango Margarita. The service was fast and pleasant. The restaurant is very nice with vibrant murals and gorgeous metal lanterns that create a warm, inviting atmosphere. I'll definitely be returning when I visit Jacksonville. read more

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Cantina Louie has redeemed themselves with this visit. I've frequented several locations over the past decade and used to really enjoy it; however, I've felt as though the quality has declined over the past several years as the food would come out exceedingly quickly (within a matter of minutes) but be cold, which led me to believe it was not prepared fresh. However, my boyfriend and I stopped by at about 7:30 on a Saturday night and were promptly seated. We ordered queso and 2 margaritas, both of which were good and came quickly. The waitress also promptly refilled our chip basket when we were out. My boyfriend ordered the carne asada and I ordered a birria burrito bowl. The carne asada was good but I did notice the steak was quite thin and other restaurants usually provide more meat. The birria bowl was great, the meat was juicy and tender. All in all, the meal was good and hot (my biggest gripe with the cantina Louie chains). read more

Cantina Louie - Birria burrito bowl - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

The food is pretty good, amazing prices for lunch special, and amazing atmosphere. The service is pretty typical but the restaurant is always so gorgeous. It really has such beautiful decor and amazing music as well. Definitely would be good if you worked in the area and were looking for a quick spot to grab lunch & really load up to even have left overs. read more

I'm usually a fan of Cantina Louie but haven't been in a while and felt it was just okay! Queso was really runny and watery and tacos were fine, not great. We sat at the bar and service was good and quick, food came out quickly and we were in and out within an hour on a Friday night. We went early around 5:30 so it wasn't super busy yet. Good environment to hang out and have a margarita! read more

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So my company and I go here often when we have invoicing to figure out or celebrations. The food (reasonably priced!!) is always hot, seasoned and delicious! However the staff are why we continue to come by. Amyiah really hit it with the drinks. She has a good and steady hand to make consistent delicious drinks! Sermon's service as wait staff is always on time. He knows when to be there and when you don't need anything. A true show of effort and understanding for those he helps. Jose cleaned everything that needed to go. He stopped by to take care of things as they were needed, and was super great to just speak to. It's a true place, with real people who are just like you and me. There are many others I did not mention, all staff have always been the best part of the experience. Thank you for all ya'll do and have done. Continue how you've been and I can't wait to continue being a part and see how ya'll succeed week by week here in Jacksonville. Stay well! And everyone, eating here is a no-lose situation. Flat out! read more

Taco Tuesday was a fabulous experience with friends. The service was excellent, Jordan made sure we were well taken care of and refills were done in a timely manner. The food was great which means I have found a better Mexican choice. I had a watermelon jalapeño margarita that was delicious. Fabulous place for Taco Tuesday! Sitting outside with a cool breeze and very little noise. Loved it! read more

Service is good but not super impressive. The ambiance is super loud. It's not a place I'd want to bring my mother in law to. The decor is amazing. The food is not my fave. There's just way better tacos in town with my flavor and not dried out. read more

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Fun yummy delicious. Great price good service. Cantina Louie is a fun place to walk into and I love the boost all the color and decor gives to my mood. Shrimp I love the shrimp tacos. read more

My husband and I stumbled on this place late evening following a scary medical appointment. We expected indifferent food to give us energy for our long drive home. What we found was amazing, delicious and reasonably priced. Ingredients were clearly fresh and prepared from scratch. My husband who has a lukewarm opinion of Mexican restaurants ordered chicken fajitas. His expectations were low but his opinion was definitely not after he stuffed himself on tender chicken and well seasoned peppers, zucchini, and onions. "Delicious, let's come back to this place", was his only comment as he was busy stuffing himself. I had avocado enchiladas w Mexican esquite as a starter. If I didn't already like avocado, these enchiladas would have made me adore them. Both my choices were luscious and oozing flavor but the off-the-cob street corn w queso fresco, cilantro, and lime juice was so good AND plentiful enough almost to make an entrée all by itself. Service was offered chearfuly as well as promptly by capable hands. All in all. It was a very pleasant surprise for two weary travelers. If you have the chance drop by to enjoy everything from the Day-of-the-Dead decor to the delectable array of menu offerings and everything in between. read more

I strongly caution anyone considering this Cantina Louie location. We came in with a large group that they knew about well in advance, yet the service was an absolute disaster. Initial drinks took over 20 minutes to arrive. Refills took 25+ minutes -- completely unacceptable. Appetizer plates didn't arrive until 15 minutes after the food was served, so we were left trying to figure out how to eat without plates. They were reluctant to even take our food order to begin with, which was baffling considering the restaurant was nearly empty. To make matters worse, two of our dishes came out with hair in the food. When we brought this up, there was no real apology or attempt to make things right. And the final insult: Keith, the manager, blamed us for the poor service, saying it was because we were a large group -- despite the fact that they knew we were coming and the restaurant was nowhere near full. He was hostile, confrontational, and completely unprofessional. I love the Nocatee Cantina Louie, but after this experience and seeing similar complaints about this manager in other reviews here and on Yelp, I'm honestly not sure I want to support this brand anymore if they continue to allow this type of leadership to represent them. Avoid this location. There are far better options in the area where customers are actually treated with respect. read more

This was probably the 15th time we've been to this Cantina Louie (my fiancé and I). The degrees of service may vary depending on whether they're short-staffed or not, but we've generally had a great time each time. I normally order the same item every time - the Pollo Relleno. It's always been a hit out of the park for me, and since I don't eat refried beans, I ask them to substitute it with extra rice instead, which they're always happy to oblige. This time, I ordered the Carnitas entree, and while I wish it sat in a broth or something else to be slightly less dry, it was still a flavorful option with a generous portion size. We typically sit outside, so it's nice to listen to the music and feel the breeze while we eat! read more

Cantina Louie - Carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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My experience at this location can vary greatly on the time of day and where I'm sitting in the restaurant. I often find that sitting inside for dinner, my service is usually top notch. Quick Drink refills, side swap accommodations on certain menu items and just an overall pleasant experience. Eating outside or dining in for lunch can be a real hit or miss experience. Lunch always seems to be short-staffed in some way, so you may not get the best service, or maybe your wait staff didn't hear you ask for double rice instead of refied beans with your entree. Nothing that would keep me from coming back, but minor annoyances that nag at the overall experience. The food is decent and matches well with the price, especially on days with specials. Dining in, Taco Tuesdays feature $2.99 tacos (Normally $4.99) and each day has a different drink special. The chips and salsa is complimentary unlike some other nearby establishments. The salsa is good but does run more liquid than chunky, which can be a bigger hit or miss depending on your preference. Overall, it's a great spot for a relatively affordable meal near the St. John's Town center, but don't expect anything groundbreaking in terms of flavors or dishes. read more

Cantina Louie - Chips and Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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It's pretty inside with the lanterns and lights. My margarita was good too as well as the Guacamole . I took out two stars due to flavor. My burrito didn't taste like much and was bland. The same goes for the salsa. The location is open idk why it shows it as closed on Yelp. I can come back for another drink read more

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Hands down my #1 place to eat. i really love the atmosphere and the margs are delicious. I love the new birria tamales! those are so good! i wish they were available every day not just on Saturdays. read more

Our experience was excellent. Fermin is an awesome waiter. We will be back and are glad they allow pets!

We decided to try Happy Hour at Cantina Louie's on Touchton Road. In addition to drink specials, it was Taco Tuesday. Several specials! I ordered three different speciality tacos. I especially like the corn crusted shrimp. The fish and carnitas were very tasty too. The sangria was delicious! Others in our group ordered other speciality tacos and the Grave Digger Nachos, along with margaritas. Restaurant was clean with must- see decorations. We all agreed that everything was very tasty and we will be coming back. PS Remember to pick up a sticker from the front counter. read more

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We were quickly seated in a clean dining room. The staff was friendly. Nice menu selection. Got the black diamond margarita, queso, pick 2 tacos (surfer chic and blackened shrimp), and the chimichanga. Everything was something I'd get again and came out of the kitchen fast and hot. No complaints read more

Had a great time celebrating the restaurants anniversary and happy took home this cool mug. Chimi Chimi Bang Bang tacos were delicious and the Paloma had the right amount of bite and not too sweet. Sat at the bar and enjoyed the atmosphere. read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Came here for Cantina Louie's 10th anniversary. It wasn't as crowded as I thought it would be so we didn't have to wait long to be seated. The service was great- the food came out SO FAST. I had 2 chimi chimi bang bang (?) tacos- one with flour tortilla and one with corn tortilla and ended up liking the corn tortilla more. The salsa was good and the queso was good as well, but neither were anything to write home about. I wasn't necessarily disappointed though. I ordered the flan for dessert and it was delicious! Overall there were good vibes and good service. read more

Cantina Louie - Chimi chimi bang bang tacos - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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My friends and I had a great time at Cantina Louie Valentine's Day. Bonus, it was taco Tuesday, so there were specials. I started with the $5.99 specialty drink special, the Hacienda margarita. Loved it! The drink was refreshing and hit the spot. My friend ordered queso, which we devoured. Also loved the chips and salsa. The tacos were also on sale. I ordered three tacos, taco tropical, blackened shrimp and chimi chimi bang bang. My favorite was the blackened shrimp. The seasoning on the shrimp was delicious! The tropical was also tasty. The chimy chimy came in third, but was still good. The chiros stole the desert show. Oh my! The filling was yummy goodness. I would absolutely order these again! Our server was great. He was attentive and helpful with suggestions. Stop by for taco Tuesday or any day you're in the mood for a delicious mexican meal. read more

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My favorite Mexican restaurant in Jacksonville!! I love so much about this restaurant. The food is delicious with so many options. The drinks are amazing with great specials and the atmosphere is super fun. The service was also fabulous. I've tried a lot of Mexican restaurants in Jacksonville and this is by far my favorite. read more

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Cute Tex Mexican food restaurant. Loved the decor. Everyone seemed happy with the food. Not what I would consider traditional Mexican but maybe Jacksonvilles version. Nothing was spicy. The Pineapple chicken fajitas were not that great. Look pretty but very bland. Excellent service so give them a try. read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I loved the ambience, the lights the colors the sounds fun and upbeat Service was great Food was really really delicious, cheese dip awesome, quesadillas were the best We will be back read more

My fiancé and I had Cantina Louie for lunch today. I got two grouper tacos - hangover style which is cheese in between a hard shell and a tortilla. They tasted really good, however the hard shell was kinda stale and the fish was pretty dry but the flavor was there for sure. My fiancé got three mahi tacos also hangover style, he felt like they tasted okay but his taco shell was also stale. My favorite part was definitely the Paloma Drink, it was 15$ but you got to take the mug home which i thought was pretty cool! Our server was really nice, he only checked on us twice however but no complaints. read more

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Great food, service and atmosphere! They have one of the best happy hour menus in Jax!

Cinco de Mayo, tacos to die for. Newly converted to Cantina Louie,s. Great food and atmosphere read more

Cantina Louie - Mexican Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Shoutout to our local community heroes! This venue delivers with taste, service, and atmosphere. The server that we had was amazing... so attentive, personable, and knowledgeable of the menu. We just happened to arrive during happy hour when the appetizers are 1/2 price. We gladly tried our favorites : guacamole, Queso blanco, and Mexican street corn dip. We enjoyed these with the warm and crispy corn chips. The salsa was not a chunky type, but just as refreshing and tasty. We also asked for some of the habanero sauce to make a few bites spicy when we felt adventurous! It was so good! The queso is a white cheese sauce that is my all time favorite!!!! It's like the perfect cheese fondue type indulgence! We dipped almost everything we were eating into it! My entree was the enchiladas and they can be ordered in ground beef, shredded chicken, or cheese. It can with refried beans and Mexican rice. Very tasty! Hubby ordered the Catina fajitas which came out sizzling hot and delicious! We enjoyed each bite and we enjoyed that we were looked after so attentively. We saved no room for desserts, but maybe next time. Good time :) read more

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