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Chula's Restaurant and Cantina

3.9 (346 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Bars
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Moderate noise
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Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Y'all are crazy for not writing better reviews on this place. 5 out of 5 across the board. Salsa, service, drinks, food. All of it so so good! Husband and I got enchiladas and street tacos and some margs! Seriously so good. Go try this place out

Quesabirria tacos, chips and Chula's Queso Dip and Chips
Kendra K.

Might've been some of the best birria tacos I've had! The chips and queso were also delicious and my boyfriend loved his tacos. You get pretty decent portion sizes as well.

Blended mango margarita.
Marcy M.

Dinner at Chula's was an all around pleasant experience! We went for happy hour and for $45 we got two beers, two margaritas, 4 tacos, queso dip, and fried ice cream. I'm not sure where else you get that much food for that price anymore AND it was all good. My only note would be that the tacos really need some kind of sauce on them. I got the carnitas and the al pastor and the meat was good but I did put a lot of hot sauce on them. For someone like me, the blended margaritas here are perfect. They tasted sweet but not like cheap margarita mix. Mind you, I don't like a strong margarita so my taste might not line up with yours but I enjoyed them.

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Dakota H.

Amazing food the quesadilla was phenomenal the hot sauce it came with actually had a kick which surprised me but was a pleasant surprise. The staff were super kind made sure we had drinks and checked in regularly. Was super chill and relaxed just an amazing place to get great food at a great price and just hang out.

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Mariah F.

Ordered a burrito, quesadilla, chips & salsa, queso, & guacamole to go. We got the food at home and there was no salsa, which was a bummer since it was not included in our meal and was extra. (13.99 for chips, salsa, & queso). Food was just alright this time. Hope we can eat in next time since you pay extra for chips and salsa if not.

Enchilada Special with real Mexican cheese, not cheddar or Monterrey Jack
Kurt P.

Very good prompt service, very clean, very tasty food, super attractive atmosphere. Draw backs can't make reservations and parking is very tight (Fantastic, for it seems to keep away the unwanted extremes). I will return with and without my dining group.

Bean and cheese burrito on a 10 nice tortilla.
Doug M.

Sometimes you just crave a simple bean and cheese burrito...or at least I do! I have heard for a long time how good Chula's is so I thought I would give it a go for the old standby bean and cheese. It did not disappoint. Refried beans we're flavorful and of good consistency...cheese was spot on and the pressed tortilla was tasty. Well done Chula....I will be back!

-Payed $14.25 for a carne asada burrito with extra protein, -I received a vegetarian burrito -No refund :( -burrito boy is a block away I would recommend that instead

Burrito Bowl
Mel A.

A love letter to Chulas: Thank you for getting me through the hardest of times, the best of times, and most importantly, for having the best beans and rice in Eugene. Now that I have graduated college and am moving away from Eugene, I do not know how I will make it through Wednesdays without having a Frozen Guava Margarita. My go to was the carnitas burrito bowl which was always filling and amazing with cantina salsa. Till we meet again!

decor (love the pink wall)
Mia G.

chips and salsa were great, virgin pina colada was great and so sweet. i regret getting the burrito, not because it was bad but because i really wanted a side of beans and rice, i don't know if that makes sense. but the ambiance was great, very cute decor, friendly staff as well. will be back!

LaVona B.

Oh my!!! Sssooooo yummmmmy! Best salsa ever! The food is spectacular, the service and ambience is great too! It is also really close to my Med Spa so I get to eat it often?!

Shredded beef enchiladas
Sterling P.

Extremely hot day in Eugene, but we managed to find this restaurant which was close to our motel. Pretty excited to what was to come when I saw the parking lot full. We both ordered enchiladas with shredded beef and mole sauce. The dinners came with the usual rice and beans and both were well prepared. The enchiladas were full of shredded meat with no fat or gristle ! The sauce was some of the best we've ever had, chocolaty and with just the right of spice. Our drinks were also excellent! Horchata, for me and a well made Margarita for her! Service was for the most part efficient even though 3 people brought us different things including the the check. We ate in the bar so not really sure about the ambiance. That said there was music and it wasn't too loud so we were able to have a conversation! I would go back and try some of their other menu offerings.

J L.

I was here on business from California. First off the chips and salsa was good. Not hot but good flavor. I ordered the Quesabirra Tacos and it was so good. Would come back for sure.

Strawberry margarita (blended) + strawberry pina colada

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Food was ok, I ordered street taco's but they didn't come with salsa so they were really dry. Atmosphere was cool and service was great.

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Food is delicious and drinks were yummy! Service was fast and staff was friendly. We will be back.

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2 years ago

The best Mexican food in town. Queso is a 10/10. The shredded beef is amazing. Orders are always accurate

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Got the chicken quesadilla to-go and it was delicious! Not super expensive for the big portion size

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Staff was friendly, good food, clean environment. The wait took a minute but with chips and salsa you're all good.

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Hi Aidan, thank you for your feedback!

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Tasty food, ambiance was great, good margaritas, good service; just an all around good experience.

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For the love of all that is holy please do yourself a favor and try the handmade corn tortillas at Chula's.

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