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    El Cantarito

    3.7 (58 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Beef Burrito
    Megan D.

    When we went in we were seated pretty quickly. The place looks like it could use some improvement (it's in an old Wendy's building) but they have done an okay job with what they have. If you don't mind loud locals (good for people watching/knowing all their business even if you don't want to) and not being able to hear whoever you came with it might be the place for you. We started off with chips, salsa, and a small side of queso. Chips were fresh! Salsa lacked flavor and was pretty watery. Queso somehow felt and tasted watered down too. We both ordered some form of taco salads. They were good. I felt they needed a little more seasoning and the portion was smaller than we both expected. We also ordered a beef burrito and a chicken tamale. The tamale never came and the beef burrito was bland and the beef inside was so salty. If we are in the area we might try again but order different things.

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    Kile S.

    Super quick service. Margaritas were good but the mix seemed off tonight. Steak burrito was great I could only finish half. The quest was also great.

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    Wanda M.

    We had spent a fun but very hot day with friends at their property at Cataract Falls and we were starving by the time we arrived for dinner. We were seated immediately at a booth and social distancing was being practiced with every other table/booth closed. Our server was prompt, answered menu questions, very polite and friendly. Everyone ordered drinks, chips and salsa was delivered and our queso arrived moments after we ordered. The queso was warm and creamy and our first and second basket of chips with salsa disappeared almost immediately. Each of us enjoyed our dinner of Steak Fajita Nachos, Shrimp Quesadillas, Steak Burrito and Enchildas stuffed with shrimp and crab. No one was disappointed and noted we'd be back. We will definitely return when we're in Cloverdale and craving Mexican food. The restaurant is located right off of I-70 with easy access.

    Shrimp fajita nachos supposedly with lettuce. No flavor at All
    Susie O.

    I was completing a conference call when I pulled into the parking lot and three different employees came out if the back foot to stare at me. I was seated quickly ordered a beer and brought salsa and chips. The salsa was peppery but watery and tasted liked canned tomatoes. I ordered the shrimp fajita nachos minus beans add lettuce, guacamole and white cheese sauce. I got shrimp onions, bell peppers and a couple pieces of tomatoes very little cheese. Server checked back and asked how was it and I said not good. He said okay and walked away. I sipped a little of the beer and he came back asked if I was going to eat it and I said no. He took the plate and brought me a check. Absolutely horrendous. I rarely choose fast food over local when I travel but this time I spent $20 for three sips of Modelo and one shrimp. Never again!

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    Stopped in at 3p and glad we did. First time I've used my Spanish in a while. Really good food!

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    Great hot food and fast service. Never left unsatisfied. Love the queso!

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    10 years ago

    Gigantic draft beers, good salsa and excellent shrimp cocktail. This place is a new favorite for us.

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    11 years ago

    El cantarito is a Mexican grill. It has so many Mexican food it's so good and authentic. If you want authentic Mexican food come here.

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    10 years ago

    Showed up just 20 minutes before they closed. Great service and outstanding food. Large portion on XX for a very inexpensive price.

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    Papi Chulo's Cantina - Carnitas

    Papi Chulo's Cantina

    4.2(16 reviews)
    16.7 mi

    Tried this for lunch recently and loved what I had. Easily the best chimichanga I've had in years…read more The chips, salsa and queso were also excellent (though the salsa could've been more spicy.) Without question, my new favorite Mexican place in Bedford.

    I stopped in after getting rained on at McCormick's Creek state park…read more I was disappointed immediately on seeing a fee would be assessed for using a credit card. However, I credit the restaurant for putting this on their door vs the menu. I could've left before being seated. But I stayed and that was my choice. It was an odd time so it was fairly quiet. The decor is colorful and helped my mood given the drab day. It looks like a fun place to sit around with a margarita. They also don't serve the table chips and salsa. Boo! I ordered enchiladas, they come with either chicken or beef. I asked if I could do 2 chicken 1 beef and got the OK. Portions are good and the food itself was good. Unfortunately, my order was wrong-I got 3 chicken enchiladas, which was annoying but didn't matter on the day because I couldn't eat all 3 and took the last one home for another day. Overall, it was ok but service wasn't especially attentive for how uncrowded it was-I sat with an empty glass for quite a while-their fountain soda was really hittong the spot. I think this might be a better place with others. I'd return for a post-hike margarita to test that. With cash.

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    Tlahcos - Quesa Birria

    Tlahcos

    4.3(142 reviews)
    24.3 mi

    I don't often come over to the west side of town, had to be over this way for work and we decided…read moreon Tlachos for lunch. It's a very beautiful set up, with art and different decorations, our server grace was awesome! Very on top of a large group order. Our food was great! Chips and tacos were fresh and tasty, and I enjoyed my pollo tacos with green sauce! Can't wait to go back!

    Outstanding Mexican food. Truly, some of the best Mexican food I've eaten in Indiana so far. And…read moreTlahcos is located in Plainfield, of all places. What a pleasant surprise! I got the quesa birria tacos, which is shredded beef and melted cheese in a double corn tortilla. They come three to an order, with a cup of red consomme to dip them into, and a couple of lime wedges to squeeze over everything. They do not come with any sides, so I ordered the refried pinto beans and carrot rice, because I really wanted some rice and beans. Beans and rice are my litmus test of any Mexican restaurant, and I'm happy to say that the rice and beans at Tlahcos passed the test with flying colors, and they are sublime. I don't practice Santeria, but perhaps the people at Tlahcos do, because their food is bewitching. The carne asada was also ordered, and it came with grilled nopales (cactus), cebollita canbray (little onions), grilled panela cheese, plus guacamole, salsa, rice and black beans. It was a 98%, and what would have raised it to a 100% was if it came with tortillas. But really, it was a great dish! If you're a person who is used to eating carne asada on a regular basis, you will be satisfied with this one. Chips and salsa are complimentary, which shows that Tlahcos knows its Plainfield-area visitors. My children, who eat like birds, filled themselves up on chips and salsa and declined a full meal, but Tlahcos does have a kids menu. On the kids menu, you'll find arroz con pollo, mini cheese quesadillas, a taco, mac & cheese, chicken nuggets and a mini pizza. Kid meals come with your choice of side, which are fries, rice & beans or a cup of fruit. They have a full cocktail list, as well as beer, wine and hot beverages (coffee and tea). I got a Paloma, which was a little light on the booze, but tasty nevertheless. The rim of the glass was beautifully decorated with Tajin, which added a nice, spicy kick. It was one of those drinks that makes you want to lick the glass.

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    Tlahcos - Plenty of seating on Sunday afternoon but heard reservations may be in order on busy evenings

    Plenty of seating on Sunday afternoon but heard reservations may be in order on busy evenings

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