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    Kite String Cantina

    4.6 (74 reviews)
    InexpensiveCocktail Bars, Mexican
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    KITE STRING CANTINA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Mocktail with avocado, salsa and chips
    Emily B.

    Just a casual corner bar with excellent food and quiet ambience. Bartender is good, but he sticks to the bar. So if you sit at a table you need to go up for anything you need.

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    Tess H.

    Great neighborhood spot! Staff is always friendly and conversational, the taquitos are the PERFECT bar snack, and they have a decent selection of drinks!

    Kyle P.

    Kite String has been one of our favorite warm weather places to visit since it's been open, that little northwest facing patio the site of many drinks, chips, and taquitos consumed. The staff here are wonderful, very friendly people who are always happy to make a drink to your liking, or to chat about whatever's on the television, the radio, or being discussed at the bar. The drinks are always very well made, consistent with the cost. Honestly, it's the food that somehow always catches me by surprise - for some reason I never expect it to be as great as it is, yet, I'm always impressed. Even something as simple as chips and salsa is done to damn near perfection. A really cool neighborhood spot that you should never sleep on. I'm not a regular, but I definitely want to become one!

    Taquitos-herb cheese potato, crema, salsa and chips.
    M S.

    What a cute unique find! This place is a whole vibe. Super fresh eats/drinks, nice bartenders, and fun space. We grabbed a seat at the bar and started off first round of beers because they have $5 beers before 5pm. We were told to grab food from the little marketplace that consist of freshly made prepackaged foods. Salsas, crema, vegan cheese bottles, chips, meats, crackers etc. The taquitos are sold in a 6 pack. They will heat up a couple or all of them or you can take them to go. One may be overwhelmed by thinking of eating 6 taquitos- don't be. They are amazing!!! So fresh, crispy, flaky, deliciousness!! The salsas were on point, crema was yummy, chips were good. We ended up getting some cocktails and bubblers- all were fantastic. I highly recommend stopping by if you see this place or at least grab some taquitos to go. They say the cook up just as great at home! And the flavors are rotating.

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    Michael B.

    Live close by and have recently made two visits and really enjoyed myself. Clean well designed interior and super friendly bar staff. Had a tasty and spicy pineapple drink out of their bubbler that was perfect. I had the Tortilla Chips with a Tomatillo Avocado Salsa and the Poblano Pork Taquitos. Well prepared and really flavorful. Fun spot with a casual vibe. Will be back.

    Spicy Red Margarita
    Kyle J.

    Casual place with great drinks and tasty taquitos to snack on! We will definite return.

    kaila k.

    This has been one of my GO TO places at least once a week. I drool immediately when I start talking about the taquitos here. The staff here is so incredibly friendly and knowledgable. The owner/bartender is such an incredibly nice guy with a smile on his face always. The chef making the taquitos is insanely talented and needs more recognition. On top of all that the patrons here look like they're always having a good time and are friendly. This cantina has some of the best chips and side sauces. The guac is good, but I prefer the Tomatillo or the Sikl Pak. Nothing beats the Pork Tinga in my mind. But the Turkey Cuban is a hard second. Be sure to look around for a little something special hidden on a wall. ;) You'll have to ask the staff what i'm talking about. To get the whole menu is $20. You can't beat it. The bubblers are super tasty but my main drink is always the marg. My only complaint is the prices are a little high for draft cocktails but i'm happy to pay it because everything is so delicious. Kite string is a hidden gem and i'm telling all my friends/clients.

    Vegan carrot and cauliflower taquito.
    Ian H.

    I always hesitate sharing places I love on Yelp because they either end up getting really popular or closing down soon after. But like seriously, this place is legit. They're no frills and I love that. You have four taquito options, and three dips to choose from if you want chips. We came with a group of six and had at least one of everything on the food menu and there was nothing anybody didn't like. PLUS they have a vegan option. Fuck. Yes. We didn't try their cocktails, but they look fantastic. I write this sitting here in bliss after devouring my taquitos and already can't wait to come back.

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    Ashley B.

    I love this place. Chill vibe with fun music playing. They have a pac man machine. Large beer/cocktail selection to choose from. Their. Taquitos. Are. Amazing. They're only $2.50 each. My fav is the 'pork tinga'

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    Thank you, Steve!

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    Thank you, Emily!

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    Kite S.

    Thank you, Michael, so happy you enjoyed yourself!

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    Thank you, Kyle - we'll see you soon!

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    3 years ago

    Killer drinks + great attitude & perfect Roscoe neighborhood vibe. Don't shy away from the taquitos & salsa.

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    3 years ago

    The deals here are great! We especially enjoyed the bubbler premade drinks at a great price point.

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    2 years ago

    great options for people with celiac disease, the nacho sauce they are known for making is legendary even if you're not vegan

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    2 years ago

    Great drinks, food, service, and ambiance. Lucas was the best. Highly recommend to anyone in the area

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    Thank you, Lori! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    5 years ago

    Lucas is a great dude, PVO only! The drinks are great, the old fashioned and Paloma. Try it. Coffee shop vibes for a great night.

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    Kite S.

    Thank you, Brad! See you soon, we're happy you found us, too.

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    The taquitos were crunchy and flavorful, the drinks were well mixed, and everything was reasonably priced.

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