This spot is so quickly becoming an absolute favorite of ours!! We are from the east side of Kalamazoo so this little spot is a bit of a drive for us but we will continue to make the trip over because it's THAT good!! :) Frida's is a super cute little spot, a little unassuming if you are just zooming by on your way to or from South Haven but let me assure you, you should stop and give this place a shot! It rivals any meal I've had over in South Haven! Actually, I would say it beats most meals I've had in SOHA! We came out for our third visit on a recent Thursday evening and were pleasantly surprised to find some delicious sounding "Thursday specials"!! Tostadas for $4 each, House margs for $5, $1 off all drafts! The meat choices for the tostada (or any entree you order!) are numerous and so much better than the typical ground beef or shredded chicken options that are often the only choices without an uncharge - not here! There were 11 different choices! Some very unique! I'll attach my picture with the list! :) AND you can choose multiple meats for meals with multiple items in the meal - LOVE this!! I always prefer variety to this is a huge plus for me! We experienced one of the best tasting meats we have ever tasted at any restaurant! Cochinita Pibil! WHOA!! I personally do not like pork a lot of the time, it's just not my favorite. This meat is INSANELY delicious, even for someone who doesn't normally choose pork! I got it on a tostada as a part of that evening's specials, I had a few bites of just the meat and was just so shocked at just how delicious it is!! DEEP, full flavors! It's a must for us now! The house margaritas were so good and the perfect compliment to the chips and salsa that comes to begin the meal time! The draft beers we tried also hit the spot! They taste even better on special! ;) Frida's has an outside patio area that is so cozy and fun when the weather is showing off during a Michigan summer! You'll want to check it out if it's nice out! :) The menu has so much to offer, so many of the classic Mexican dishes you'd expect, but they also offer smoked meat entrees and pizzas! I was so intrigued by the pizza list but I chose to save that for another time! The waitress did mention they offer personal size pizzas though, if you want to try one as an appetizer!! :) They have an amazing sounding Mexican pizza with a refried bean "sauce" that seems like it could honestly make the best appetizer!! I was very tempted! The service we received was excellent! Our waitress Maria deserves a mention!! She was kind, attentive, and super helpful! We really enjoyed our conversation with her over the course of our meal! Already looking forward to the next time we get over to Frida's Cantina!! 10/10!! read more

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Most of the food was terribly bland. :( The carne Asada had no flavor at all. Very disappointing. Our queso had a very odd texture. Same with the kids Mac n cheese the cheese had an odd texture.. not creamy at all. Drinks were good. Food quality and flavor could use improvement. Out of a party of 7 only two enjoyed their food. read more

First time here - visiting from Florida. It is where family wanted to go for dinner on Father's Day. They are locals & so we went. Sasha was our server. She was extremely busy taking care of (many) customers & still was very attentive to our table (3 adults, 2 kids), making sure our chips & beverages were refilled, our food came out fast & we were satisfied customers. Sasha was great! The food was delicious & plentiful. Will definitely return on future visits. read more

This was our second time at Frida's. The first time was for lunch, and this time for dinner with some friends. It's just a very friendly and comfortable place to enjoy delicious Mexican food and cocktails. The wait staff is so friendly. It's just a pleasure to hang out here, especially when they have live entertainment like they did on Friday night. We'll definitely be back despite it being a 40 minute drive for us. read more

Frida's Cantina - Molcajete with shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Bangor, Michigan

Always welcoming and good vibes. Amazing crew and decor . Oh yeah the food is unbelievable.

There chips and salsa was amazing there drinks were on point and food was delicious will definitely be coming back

Stopped here on our way home from camping. Starving and ready for some hot food. We got there just as they opened so the restaurant was pretty empty. Loved the decor- we sat against the comfy pillows and my boys brought in a book and cuddled up to read! All the artwork of Frida Kahlo is very interesting to look at. The food was good, some great. The homemade chips were amazing! I didn't want to eat the whole basket but whoops!! My fish tacos were goo, but a little bland. I would say maybe they're still working on the recipe being a newer restaurant? Margarita was spot on!! If you liked Lucky Girl Brewing then you can find their beer and wine here as well. read more

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The interior is wonderfully done and different than most Mexican restaurants. My waiter was prompt and attentive. My order was quickly taken and some delicious handmade chips where delivered with a cup of salsa and a small serving spoon and a small plate which I thought was a nice perk. I asked if they had a hotter salsa and I was delivered a great assortment of 3 different choices again in unique bottles I have never seen at other restaurants. They were a perfect selection. I ordered steak tacos with rice and beans and all came quickly and were very good. I will definitely return here to try some of the other dishes. read more

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Frida's Cantina was a fun new spot to visit in Bangor. The food was nice - few vegetarian options but I had the cheese enchiladas. It was okay, the rice and beans were well spiced! We also had some nice Lucky Girl beers! Best thing about this place: Key Lime Pie. So so good. read more

Frida's Cantina - Key lime pie - Mexican Near Me - Bangor, Michigan

It's very clean and nice and bright inside. The server was very pleasant. Ok here goes: I had read reviews and also heard from friends that the food was good. The chips were thicker than normal but good & I believe homemade. The salsa was good but spicy to the point of our lips burning. The server asked if we wanted chips & salsa we said yes. We were not offered a refill though so evidently you get one shot even though the basket didn't have a lot in it. Hubby had Frida's fajitas with steak (3.00 upcharge). The sauce was spicy and it was brought out as plated in your home. There was no sizzling on the pan. He said the steak was fairly tender but he wasn't impressed. The rice was VERY garlicky and the beans were ok I had the 3 enchiladas. One ground beef, 1 cheese and one grilled chicken. I had the ranchero sauce on top and it was topped with cheese. The salsa topping was very sparse and the sour cream consisted of a watery drizzle (maybe a half teaspoon) over the little bit of lettuce. So far not impressed. The ground beef was seasoned but had a spice that to me was offensive, the cheese one was good and the chicken was just ok. My husband tried the 3 and was not a fan and would not even have another bite of the ground beef. If he can't eat it it's bad - he eats anything. My rice also was VERY garlicky and ai don't like beans. We brought leftovers home but only to give to the stray cats that roam around our farm. It was VERY VERY disappointing and honestly kind of pricey for a lunch menu compared to El Patron (which is excellant) or Los Ranchos which is close to us also. I have no clue what that spice was but again if my husband can't eat a food it's bad No return trip and we're really disappointed we didn't go somewhere else. I don't know about anyone else but I look forward to going out to eat and when it's bad and I've paid a fairly high price 16.00 & 19 00 for a lunch portion it ruins my day read more

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First and foremost: the decor is FANTASTIC. Just beautiful. I was pretty shocked at the lovely colors and designs. Like being transported somewhere that isn't Bangor (no offense!). Onto the food! Chips and salsa: homemade and DELICIOUS. The husband ordered their tinga chicken burrito and truly enjoyed it! Their fish tacos were what I ordered and they were very good. I loved their rice and beans very much. The whole experience was unexpected and fully enjoyable. We can't wait to come back and try some of their other offerings! They have a patio, which will be wonderful this summer. Oh, I also ordered their Smokey Paloma... let me tell you...WOW. It was refreshing, slightly sweet, slightly salty, and smokey? You bet. It's probably one of the best I've had. Get your tuchuses down here, pronto. I feel that once the word is out that this place exists, we will have to wait in line for a seat. Well done, Frida's! read more

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To quality Mexican food. House made tortilla chips. Brussel sprout tacos are unbelievably good!!! Nice service, inside and outside seating. Full bar with bar seating and high-tops. Very clean and nice ambiance. Note: I'm from SoCal and I have a high standard for Mexican food. read more

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Amazing atmosphere n food. We drove 5 hrs there n back from Chicago to eat at Frida's. Dessert on the house. That was very considerate n generous of owner. We'll be back. read more

Frida's Cantina - Frida's watermelon n smokey old fashioned! - Mexican Near Me - Bangor, Michigan

I usually wait a few months after a new place opens but it's winter and I'm already bored with limited choices. Frida's open for a few weeks now. I messaged for a reservation in advance; wasn't necessary. Their website is a work in progress; for now, best bet is Facebook. Note the somewhat unusual hours. They have an interesting weekend "semi-American" (my words) brunch menu. Delightful, clever interior decor with lots of Frida on the walls, paintings and even pillows. Standard and high-top seating. Exterior painted bright blue. Here's the deal: like most independent new restaurants, they should be learning as they go along. Margaritas were on the sweet side for me. Draft beer choice is mostly from nearby Lucky Girl craft brewery; heard rumor Lucky Girl is owner of Frida's. Would like a couple of Mexican beers on tap. Menu is very difficult to read with black background - dramatic, cool look but just not practical. Additional lighting along front wall would help. On to the food: fresh chips and great, perfectly spiced salsa are included with meal. Relatively small basket for 4 people; free refills upon request. We all went to the entrees - steak in fajitas had great flavor; shrimp not so much. Chimichanga was fried too long; the flavor was overwhelmed by the shell. Average chicken burrito. Meals come with beans and rice; they were served barely warm. Rice had unusual spice - maybe cinnamon or nutmeg?? Beans did not have depth of flavor I look for. Service was well-meaning but somewhat hit or miss. Just little things that should get better in time. Food was served in reasonable amount of time. For now, a nice addition to the area. Good, not great. I hope they will get better. read more

Spotted this place was open on the way home this Sunday and stopped in for a snack and a drink. My partner got a Sandia, watermelon cocktail, while I got a smoky Paloma. Both drinks were delicious and full of fresh flavor. Wasn't quite time for dinner and lunch wasn't too long prior, so we snacked on a shrimp cocktail. It was fresh and sumptuous. Would order again. If I had any critical feedback at all it would be that the freshly fried chips are too narrow to actually scoop anything up. The service was prompt and courteous, and the atmosphere was open, bright, and inviting. Would go again! read more

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The food is excellent, portions are generous and service is great. We have eaten here many times in the span of the last couple of months, and every dish we've tried has been excellent! read more

The service is always pleasant. They are a small place so sometimes you have to wait but it is definitely worth the wait. Excellent food and margaritas!! read more

THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN MICHIGAN. My wife and I have a house in Dowagiac Mi. and were lucky enough to run into this restaurant about the time they opened. You can not get better service, fresher Mexican food and a better atmosphere anywhere. And all in Bangor Mi. I am from Chicago I have a very high standard when it comes to food and what I eat. Over the last couple of years I am happy to say I have had everything on the menu and have been very happy with it all!! Great Job Folks. read more

Good all around. I ordered a soft corn tortilla dish that contained three tacos filled with slow cooked beef -- basically Mexican seasoned pot roast. Tender, juicy and lean. To drink I ordered a delicious, refreshing sangria that came complete with fresh fruits, even though it's not on the drinks menu. (I later learned sangria originated in Spain and Portugal, so it is not really a Mexican drink.) But Frida's bartender obliged nicely. My guest ordered a chicken taco plate and a margarita. She liked them both. That's significant because she's a discerning diner due to dietary restrictions; the chef accommodated her needs well. Of the Margarita my friend said, "Whoo, strong, but I like it that way!" Decor alone is worth visiting here -- its murals, paintings, objects, and other artistic flourishes bring you into famed Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's world. A few works are for sale and painted by area artists. Good place for dinner if you're heading back to Kalamazoo from a day at the beach on Lake Michigan -- it is on M43 a little ways past Bangor. read more

When you first step inside Frida's you know you're in for a great experience. Amazing authentic Mexican food and wonderful pizzas. A gem in the middle of nowhere. read more

Food was great! Our waiter was very nice & attentive. We will definitely return when we're in the area!

Tried this soon after moving to Bangor - delighted with the food as well as the atmosphere

Cute atmosphere! Love it! Delicious food, had the fish tacos. They were amazing. Inside and outside seating Margarita the Best! We will return . read more

Stopped for dinner. This is a new restaurant in Bangor. The decor is open with a fireplace. It has a bar but this is not a bar/grill/ sports bar. It is a dining establishment. I enjoyed a house margarita and shrimp fajitas. The salsa had a good kick and the chips seemed to be freshly made. The fajitas could have had a little more spice. Will be back to try other entrees. read more

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Great food and service. I've never had a bad meal here. The service is the best in the area

The steak tacos, beans, and rice are so good! My daughter loved her chicken quesadillas. My son loved his ground beef tacos. The classic margarita was delish! No complaints except the menu's were sticky and need a good wipe down. read more

Great food. Great service. Very clean and so brightly decorated with a lot of colorful artwork! Their chips are amazing and so are their drinks. Their chicken Tinga tostadas were amazing and had a little bit of a kick! We also had the guacamole which was really good. As someone who has a lot of amazing Mexican food where I live in the Chicagoland area, this is great food! (Found out owners are originally from Chicago too). Highly recommend and I will be back next time I'm in town. read more

What a gem!! We drove by several times on way to South Haven and finally stopped. This place has great drinks, food and atmosphere. This is not a drive by place this is a destination restaurant! Will be returning. read more

Excellent restaurant. Even house margaritas are A+. Service top notch, food different from your standard run of the mill cookie cutter restaurant in Kalamazoo. Well worth a short drive near bangor. Had chips homemade, Rajas poblanas as appetizers, pastor tacos. Lucky Girl blood oarnge beer for my wife and she is Not a beer conisour but really like it. Will be back soon. read more

Excellent food . Guac was so delicious. Generous portions. Some interesting options. Broccoli Tacos?? Yes! Delicious. Super server. She was enthusiastic and so friendly. Nice outdoor dining area. Clean . Reasonably priced. read more

Our new stop on our way back from South Haven. Food, cocktails, service all top notch. Highly recommend. Had the chicken tinga burrito, great flavor! read more

I'd say 4+ Carna Asada tacos b/c too big pieces were dry; fajitas great and chips/salsa excellent. Service attentive and friendly. Unique and delicious cocktails. Comfortable ambiance and clean bathrooms. read more

Heard this place had opened so we decided to check it out. Inside is very nice lighting could use some improvement as it is near impossible to read the menu ( printed on black backing) in dim light! We both ordered the steak fajitas which were good but on the expensive side considering between the two of us we got less than one person would get at other Mexican restaurants in the area. Was good but kind of sparse. They have a great beer menu of which we did not partake due to crappy road conditions. The beef empanadas were extremely good but once again 2 for 13 dollars on the expensive side but obviously very good and homemade. All and all food was good Burt on the expensive side considering no drinks and was still over 60 dollars, a couple of beers would have pushed it to near 80 read more

Our first visit was great! They use fresh ingredients and the chips looked and tasted like homemade. (I didn't ask if they were.). They also serve my favorite Lucky Girl beer. We will be back. read more

Frida's Cantina - Beef Tostadas - Mexican Near Me - Bangor, Michigan

So delicious! Chips were amazing. I had the chorizo tacos and a Paloma cocktail. I would order both again. Very lively and fun atmosphere. Will definitely be back. read more

amazing hidden gem. owners from pilsen and it shows. cool spot, great food. highly recommend it

Chips were soggy. Not off to a great start. Ordered an order of chicken quesadillas and chicken fajitas. Pretty decent food. Got our bill and $3.00 extra for chicken in each dish! Asked the waitress about this as it did not indicate it in the menu. "Sorry about that" was the response, would of been nice to know before paying $40 for two sub-par dishes. Would of ordered different dishes if I knew they was an up charge for adding meat. Not entirely disappointed but it's a little ridiculous this isn't being informed to customers. read more

Absolutely wonderful surprise. Food was delicious and the cocktails were splendid. We ate at the bar, and the staff was attentive and warm. We plan to return with friends soon! read more

When they first opened the food and service were fantastic. They haven't been open very long but the food lacks seasoning, especially for Mexican food. A bit bland. Last time we went the server took our order but forgot us entirely. When he finally brought the food, he apologized and offered a complimentary drink, but then forgot that too... read more

Love, Love Frida's our waiter Markus is always part off the experience. He's Fun,Funny and a great server! The drinks are outstanding Mango Margaritas are our favorite, along with Tacos on Taco Tuesday's. The ambiance is bright and cheerful with a Mexican Tropical Vibe. Stop at Frida's for a little taste of Mexico! read more