The first time we went to La Sombra Cantina we thought we were going back to Pineda's. We were surprised at the change and hoped it was at least as good as Pineda's. We were very pleasantly surprised. It's even better in my opinion. The people are very warm and friendly. The food is really delicious. I love that they bring not only good salsa with their fresh hot chips, but also a tomatillo sauce and a black bean dip. We've now eaten there several times. The taco meat has a nicely charred flavor. The tamales were very good. (I'm picky about my tamales. I've tried their ranchero sauce, chili con carne, and sour cream sauce. None of them disappoint. Their rice isn't dry like it is at many other Tex-Mex places. And their $5.00 all day frozen margaritas are worth it. We usually go for the lunch specials that run until 4:00. They don't have mole on the menu, yet. I'm looking forward to their future specials. In this day and age where it's hard to keep a restaurant open, I really hope this one survives. It's not fancy, but the food and service make it worth it. And I'm a picky person when it comes to spending money on food I don't make myself. read more

My oh my ! I love this place, what gem ! The food is super delicious. I knew we were in for a treat with the salsa and the 3 dips. A red salsa which was mild and has some nice acidity from the tomato. Then there was a creamy green salsa that had a nice spice. Then finally my personal favorite a great black bean dip. These paired well with the free chips. My partner ordered the queso birria, great flavor and a great consume. Then I had the poblano enchiladas which was the best dish of night! The poblano sauce was creamy cheesy and delicious. There was a nice spiced shredded chicken super tasty. Overall a fantastic restaurant with great service too ! read more

La Sombra Cantina - Birria - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Husband and I chose this restaurant for our anniversary dinner. It was close to the house and had good reviews. It was very clean and inviting. Everyone was so nice and attentive, especially Antonio and Jose. Everything we ordered was delicious: cheese enchiladas, chicken enchiladas, beef taco, stuffed jalapeños, Birria tacos, queso, and house made sangria. The stuffed jalapeños came on a bed of lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese, which was enough to make two salads. The food portions were pretty big. We will definitely be coming back. read more

Absolutely and a very good restaurant, everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable, and happy to make suggestions.. will be back every time I'm in the area.. the bean soup is amazing one of the best I've ever had.. read more

La Sombra Cantina - Chicharrones fried to perfection!! Great rice ... bean soup is the best - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

First off, not a fan of the decor, it's in a strip center and the tables need to be arranged to be more cozy. We have been to some nicer hole-in-the-wall restaurants, that we liked better, and felt more at home. The conference room chairs are uncomfortable, along with the flat decor with loud colors. For the food, all we can say is Meh...and the drinks are weak. There are so many better mexican restaurants to dine with, in this City. read more

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I really tried to like this place since a lot of people go here, but when I walked in, I could kinda tell what demographic the food was catered to. Still, I was craving Tex-Mex. Drinks: 10/10 - strong and worth it. Got buzzed off two. Fajitas: 2/10 - small, overpriced ($20+ for six strips of beef). Chips & Salsa: 6/10 - salsa too salty, chips not salty enough. Chimichanga: 3/10 - tasted like American brisket in a soggy tortilla. Sauce was decent. Overall: Drinks were the highlight. Service 10/10 Inside is small. read more

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I haven't reviewed a place on the spot in a while. This place...what a really nice visit. Miguel took great care of us. He was on TOP of it. No drinks came close to running dry. He offered great menu tips. He even spotted a soiled napkin in someone's lap and showed up with a clean one. He even noticed my ice tea didn't have enough ice and asked if I needed more ice. Super attentive without being intrusive, and super nice - very personable. Food was solid - everyone agreed. My chili relleno was unconventional but Miguel gave me that heads up - and I went with it. Definitely enjoyed it. It was so big and so filling that I took my rice n beans home. Chips were fresh and not greasy. Salsa was great - had some zing for sure. Rice n beans were very good. Ice tea was fresh. Guacamole was solid. Generous portions across th3 board. Clean and simple interior. Would definitely stop here again! read more

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DELICIOUS!!!! The minute we open it's doors, we could smell the wonderful aroma of Mexican food. This quaint restaurant located in a strip center off N Plano Rd. is a great find. We were immediately greeted by Antonio who showed us to our table. We were served chips, salsa and a black bean dip. Delicious. We placed our order and they were served in a timely manner. Our drinks were constantly filled. The Flautas were exceptional. The Fajita plate was very generous. The Enchiladas were great. Sum it all up... this place is definitely a place to eat. Great service, generous portions and delicious food. read more

The former Pineda's has a new name and interior! I love it and the food and service is just as good and better. There is a new bar when you enter and the margaritas are big and delicious. I've ordered the poblano enchiladas, fajitas, and shrimp quesadillas. Everything is delicious and I really enjoy sitting at the bar and meeting new people. It feels like family. read more

Delicious doesn't even begin to describe the food, but the hospitality and kindness from their staff and manager, Antonio is even better. House made chips, perfect. Queso blanco hot and delicious. Bean dip yummy. House margarita for $5, yes. And it's great and not too sweet or sour. Get the birria tacos. Or the guiso. And the homemade apple pie. Actually I don't think you could go wrong with any menu item. We met a couple who said it's replaced their Mi Cocina Saturday nights and we 100% agree. They're owned by the cousins of the owners of The Fifth and Shady's. Yall go check this place out, you won't be disappointed read more

La Sombra Cantina - Birria tacos, guiso - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

If I lived in the area, I think this would be my regular spot for Tex-Mex! The service was kind and attentive, with our waitress being on top of water and chip/salsa refills. They offer both a black bean salsa along with a tomato salsa, which I thought was unique. The chips are on the saltier side, but I thought that they paired well with the black bean salsa which is less salty. I ordered the queso Serrano enchiladas, which were accompanied by rice and beans. This was delicious and very affordable ($13 for dinner) for the amount of food I received. My friend ordered a spicy margarita and was pleasantly surprised by how generous the size was and the strength of the drink. They do not skimp out here! The decor is tasteful, and the seating area is tidy. Overall a successful outing in my books and I would recommend checking out this place! read more

La Sombra Cantina - Queso Serrano Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Heaven, I'm in heaven. Texas Max is my favorite, and this place just went to the top of the list. Excellent margaritas, excellent wait staff, beautiful restaurant, excellent food! I can't say enough about this place. It's a home run! read more

This place is amazing. Under new ownership . Max is the best server ever . Food is soooo good . Fajitas , tacos , soup . Margaritas . The place was packed tonight . I wish it was in our neighborhoods, but we will make the 20 minute drive . read more

Come here for great family run Mexican restaurant! Support your local's that serve amazing food and drinks!! Menu is extensive and cocktails are good. If you would prefer something off menu they accommodate! Come see for yourself! Good food! Good drinks! Great service! read more

La Sombra Cantina - Inside - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Decided to try this local spot since Yelp gave it good reviews. As we sat down a delicious hot basket of chips came to the table with a very flavorful salsa and bowl of creamy black beans for dipping. We started with a cup of queso so creamy with just enough heat. It was before 4pm so we ordered the Timmy's off lunch menu. We asked to change the chicken enchilada with a cheese one it also comes with a beef enchilada, crispy beef taco and beans and rice. All for $13.99 and checking in on Yelp we received a free cup queso ! It was enough food for both of us. Great service nice restaurant. A new favorite on our list. read more

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Went to La Sombra for brunch today and had a great experience. The food and drinks were delicious and they had a great selection. The service was great and our waiter was very friendly and made it a point to befriend our toddler. The decor was updated well and very clean. We will be back soon! read more

Stopped in here on a busy weekday and we had the best experience. The hostess who I later discovered was the manager, Antonio was very welcoming. The staff is very friendly, great at anticipating what I wanted. The service was quick, great spot if you are needing to be in and out. The food was AMAZING, this place is a hidden gem. Tucked away in a shopping center you would never think to stop, but I highly recommend stopping. Excited to come back! read more

We picked up takeout and even though the name has changed the food is still as good as it was when it was called Pinedas. I had el ocho which is the three tostadas. The guacamole was delicious and the queso was okay and the beans and salad one was good. We also had the fancy bean soup with fajita beef. It was also good. We will be going back. read more

It's the afternoon and we were hungry for a good lunch after church. Glad we decided for Pineda's the hostess was friendly and seated us right away. The vibe is chill and good music playing while we enjoyed our meal. Our server Angel was top notch and the food was excellent from the complimentary chips, salsa, and Ben dip. The queso was hot and savory and our entrees were delicious . read more

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I checked in and picked up our dinner. We ordered Nachos, Fajitas and Flautas. The food is delicious. Service is fast and friendly serving staff. Clean and well lighted restaurant. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Pineda's Mexican Cuisine has quickly become one of my favorite spots in Richardson. The food is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with love -- from the perfectly seasoned tacos to the rich, authentic sauces that taste homemade. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the service is fast without ever feeling rushed. You can tell they truly care about their customers. Whether you're dining in or taking out, every meal feels like a taste of real Mexico. Highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic Mexican food done right! read more

Wasn't sure where to eat last night in Dallas so picked this place on Yelp and it did not disappoint. It's a small place located in a strip center but don't let it fool you, the food and service were amazing! This was not the typical TexMex, thank goodness but was good Mexican food. The chips and salsa were very good, and they served a black bean dip as well with the chips that was a pleasant surprise. For the main meal my wife had enchiladas and a taco, I went with a ground beef chimichanga and our granddaughter did chicken quesadillas. The food was all prepared fresh, the chicken and hamburger just like you would make at home. All of the plates were more food than you could eat and the prices were very reasonable The service was spot on and the owner came and made sure everything was good. This is a place we would definitely go back to while in the Plano area. If you have not been there take the time and go. We did not take pictures of our plates of food but should have, they looked as good as they tasted read more

I enjoyed a nice meal here. I ordered fajita steak enchiladas. The steak was cooked to order and everything had a good flavor. The chips and salsa was also good as well as the bean dip. I love when restaurants have bean dip. Our server was pleasant and had a few jokes for us. The food came out fast. read more

La Sombra Cantina - Fajita Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Incredible food, incredible service. Delicious beef fajitas and shrimp tacos. Coming back for sure!

Delicious food! Came in on a Monday after work, and the waitress came over and topped the chips up right away when she got us our drinks! The serrano enchiladas had a good kick to them, too. Will be here again soon, even though I don't live anywhere near Texas! read more

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Food service and ambiance are great! Be careful of the Spicy Margaritas! It was fabulous but not for the feint of heart. The waiter had warned me and the first swallow definitely took my breath away. But sipping it was perfect. read more

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Highly recommend this little family-owned spot! To start, the black bean dip that comes with the chips and salsa is delicious. We also ordered the guacamole and it was very fresh. For our meals we ordered the Stiney's Brisket Tacos that came with three tacos, rice, avocado salad, and charro beans. Loved the charro beans. The brisket was very tasty and tender. We also ordered the Chile Relleno with cheese and beef fajita. Again, the meat was tender and flavorful and the ranchero sauce had a nice kick to it. They have brunch on the weekends so I enjoyed a mimosa but i definitely need to go back to try their margaritas. We had excellent service, very friendly and attentive. I will be going back next time I'm craving good, authentic Mexican food! read more

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Food was great! Unfortunately, service needs some help. To start off, yes it was busy and slow. But when it came time to pay, waiter took my card and DROPPED IT on the floor. If it wasnt for another honest customer who found it and asked around about it being someone's card, someone could have claimed it as theirs. Luckily I noticed it was my card. Took the waiter awhile to come back and even ask if I had my card. When we said ya cause you dropped it. NO APOLOGIES. HE WALKED OFF AND CHARGED MY CARD. HE CAME BACK STILL NO APOLOGY. He had the nerve to say at least you got your card. Excuse me. Literally he could have apologized and it wouldnt have been that big of deal. Mistakes happen. But own up to it. Awful customer service. No manager so he got him on the phone and he says he will refund , but we will see. Bad. Cause the food was good. But doubt we will be back unless the management can teach these people some customer service. read more

Well, this lunch was great! Our waiter (Nico) was very helpful and friendly. The atmosphere was cozy and they had several tv's that could distract if you wanted them to. My wife had a small nacos I had a build your own combo. So, I always order enchiladas when we go to a New Mexican restaurant. It tells me right away if I will be back. We will be back. Something new for me was the poblano sauce they put on the enchiladas. It was fabulous. read more

La Sombra Cantina - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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My younger self would not have been brave enough to venture into this place. Fairly dimly lit parking lot in a strip mall and the windows tint made it look dark inside. It wasn't. It was lovely. Food was delicious. Drink was pretty strong-had to drink several glasses of water before leaving. Will definitely go back when I'm in the area. read more

We live in Carrollton, so it was a little bit of a drive to get here. We are so glad we did! The food is delicious and the service was excellent! We judge Mexican restaurants by their queso and Pineda's is great, especially with ground beef added. All of us had the pick 3 and cleaned our plates. Pineda's has excellent Tex Mex food along with a large menu and even heathy items. We will definitely be back!! read more

Excellent service and food was delicious ! Nice decor. Friendly. Very good margaritas !!

We decided to try this restaurant for my husband's birthday based on the excellent reviews. We were not disappointed. Our party had enchiladas, tamales, nachos, fajitas, and guacamole. Everything was very fresh and tasted great. My husband and daughter are guac fans and really loved it here. I'm a tamale fan and am often disappointed, but these were fantastic. Or waiter was very attentive and helpful, and super friendly. This just became our favorite Mexican restaurant. read more

Mexican food at its finest with reasonable prices. It's cozy modern atmosphere puts diners at ease. No complaints about the service either.

We did really enjoy the food at Pineda's. We went there in January around the cold snap. It is kind of a smallish place and seating is crowded. We found a "bench & chair" situation. Even there, we noticed a cold draft when anyone entered or left the restaurant. There was also live music! A nice older biker kind of guy was singing oldies to his guitar. Pleasant. Saw a nice private room that would fit 6 to 8 comfortably. I think that is where some regulars come to gather and eat. Nice touch! Wait staff is very attentive. Family friendly. read more

We've been coming here for quite a while, and they know us and always greet us whenever we come in, No matter what time of the day. If it is lunch or dinner, everyone is always very polite. Everything on the menu is delicious. I always try to get something different when I go. The portions are always extremely hearty and the price is always fair. The taste is always on point. This is one of my favorite Tex- Mex restaurants. And my son who is extremely picky, Also loves it. We highly recommended this place is want somewhere low key and a great meal, any day of the week. read more

La Sombra Cantina - Caren Carne Asada- what's left of it anyways - Mexican Near Me - Richardson, Texas

My relationship with this place started poorly. They were new, and it was not good. (Edit: it appears I did write a review, then retracted most of it when the owner addressed the issues) Well, we "never" went back. Then I read about the sign on the door, and that they had closed. Later a friend said he dined there and it was very good. I looked to see and found they had reopened. New owners I think? (Edit: appears to have same owner based on the response here). Fast forward to last week: We have been there twice, and the second time we brought friends. That should tell you things have changed. The ambience is similar, although they have cut back on the lighting so it's not so freaking bright. That's a good thing. Simple decor, pleasant music in the background. Nothing offensive. Service had been great. I believe we had the same waiter both times and he is friendly, helpful, and a bit of a cut up. We are older folks and often we have a lot of changes, like sub charro beans for refried, or sub calabicitas for rice. He takes it all in stride and the orders come out the way we asked for them. The food has been very good. I had bacon wrapped shrimp the first visit and it was 4 out of 5. I'd prefer the tails not be dripping in sauce so I could grab them by the tail without getting messy fingers. Minor detail I admit. She had poblano chicken and it was very good. The second trip I had shredded chicken chili relleno- very good. She had pork cascabel (I think). Chunks of pork in a rich looking red sauce. We were thinking it would be a spicy red chili sauce but it wasn't. It was very mild. Kind of a let down as I wanted it to be spicy. Maybe they can add some chili pepper next time? Our friends got tex mex and the enchiladas looked stuffed very full- which is good. He said the tamale was excellent too. Oh, we love the chips and salsa, especially when the chips are still warm. We will be back. read more

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It was simple and delicious. A very traditional meal. The brisket tacos were scrumptious. They did a twist on the two enchiladas and taco for lunch, they put chicken in the red sauce and beef in the sour cream enchiladas. A very nice waiter named Miquel provided exceptional service. read more

Food was good. Service was attentive. Seems like a very local friendly place several parties while we were there.

Great food and the staff were great as well. I will be back soon. The place is kinda tucked away but I recommend if you are in Richardson, you try it. read more