This is a solid spot for tacos in The Junction area. I dropped by for lunch when it wasn't busy, as the evenings, especially weekends, can be packed and lively. The space is well decorated and provides a hip ambiance. The service was friendly and efficient, making for a pleasant dining experience. The food itself was tasty and well-flavored, though it was a bit pricier than other taco joints nearby. Despite this, I found no major complaints. For those driving to the area, there's ample street parking as well as Green P lots near by. Overall, it's a good spot to satisfy your taco cravings, and enjoy some drinks! read more

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Amazing tacos La Truck. Excellent Enchiladas too. Authentic Mexican decor and the whole experience just feels like a holiday. Uber friendly staff too! Definitely coming back! read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Entrance - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Tacos with grilled octopus were incredibly delicious! Pleasant atmosphere and authentic interior. read more

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Excellent meal as always. I have been coming here for several years and it's nice to know they have not scrimped on quality or taste. My go to dishes are the guac and chips starter and the shrimp diablo hard shell tacos: both are just perfection! Service was excellent: attentive, efficient and kind. read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Diablo tacos - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I've been here a few times now... place has been around for quite a few years and they also have another location on Dupont. It's a popular place in the Junction. Food (4.25/5) - chips and guacamole are my favourite in Toronto... great homemade guac and chips too. Really nice flavour and the salsa is an excellent pairing. - carne asada taco - good taste, on the spicier side - pulpo taco - probably the best one - nice flavour - baja fish taco - good solid taco - all of the tacos are on the small side but i like the soft warm shells Service (3.5/5) - they can get busy, especially on evenings... but seems like it can be hit and miss on the speed of your order/attentiveness Atmosphere (4/5) - got a cool vibe to it... with side tables and a bar area too. Overall (4/5) - Playa is a solid choice... maybe not as great a value as other places but the food is reliable, especially the chips and guac. read more

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The food here was delicious but well overpriced for the portion sizes and service. Our server took really long to come to us and bring out our food. Worth checking out as both dishes were really good. The chicken enchiladas are a must try. read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Fish tacos and chicken enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Absolutely wretched experience -- the worst I've ever experienced in a restaurant. We were charged for food that we never received, and were refused a refund. The manager refused to assist us in any way (Uber order) even when we showed up in person (given their phone lines don't work). We will never step foot in this establishment again. The manager's behavior was utterly unethical. We were out $117 -- and received nothing for it, and no assistance was offered. He wouldn't even give us the guacamole we paid for, nor would he give us his name. As far as customer service is concerned -- this was the most abysmal fail I could ever imagine. read more

Warm fresh nachos were my favourite. Had the shrimp and beef barbacoa tacos which were also great. Servers were friendly and food was served quickly read more

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The best Mexican in Toronto or at least the Junction! The service is also excellent. Beef tacos and shrimp enchiladas were to die for! Generous helping of salsa and guacamole with the tortilla's, had to get second helping of chips for the guacamole and salsa! read more

Tacos were delicious. Had the shrimp diablo, pescado and beef barbacoa - the latter of which was my favourite! Nice atmosphere and good service. That was my first time but will definitely return! read more

I think after Miami and Los Angeles, the next place place to have Tacos is Playa Cabana Cantina! They have a wide variety of Tacos both crispy and soft. You can actually choose a taco plate with 3 same Tacos or do a combination of 3 different Tacos in a single plate. I thought the Taco would be small but to my surprise they were quite large and filling. The Baja fish taco and the skirt stake taco were my favorite! Definitely do the Baja fish one! They have a nice cocktail menu as well. I tried the one with Rum and it was quite strong and tasty! For desserts, I got the churros coz who doesn't want churros, right?! Amazing caramel dip with a whole lot of marshmallows. Overall, was a great experience and the service is also very warm. Love the interiors, felt like I was in Miami!!! Definitely visiting again! read more

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Service: The server Gabriel (skinny with curly red hair) was absolutely atrocious. No smile no warm greeting paired with his horrible service. He did not introduce himself to our table we only got his name after speaking with the "manager" as we left the Resturant. He also rolled his eyes when I asked questions about the menu and requested my drink sooner due to todays heat wave. Im not sure what his issue was with our family but the only obvious difference is that we were the only family of colour in the restaurant at that time. I chose to ignore his lack of interest towards serving my family and we ordered our meals. His attitude and lack of interest continued as we would ask questions. We got our meals and drinks from two other servers and did not see him while we ate. He did not ask us how our meals were or if everything is ok as a server normally would. Its a very small restaurant and I actually had to call him over to request the bill when we were done eating as he never came back to assist us. Our bill was about $80 combined for two adults and a child. I would have typically tipped 25% as I do at every other restaurant however his service was so blatantly off-putting and offensive we did not tip. In all my years of eating out this was the absolute first time that I have experienced something like this leading me not to tip. When the transaction was completed He had the audacity to say under his breath "If you can't afford to tip you should not have come here". I was not going to complain at all we were ready to leave but after hearing that I had to file a complaint with the manager and write this review. I spoke with the "manager" about Gabriel's service she made sure to let me know that he is one of their best servers. Im sure she meant to say best friends. It really didn't seem like she truly cared to understand the core of our complaint, what he said and where his behavior stem from. My thought is that he had a preconceived notion of who the big tippers may or may not be and took it out on us. I say this because I witnessed him grace other tables with the warmest smile and constant attention. Although the "manager" apologize for our experience I don't think it will go much farther than that. 0/10 service Food: We ordered chicken and fish tacos. The chicken did not taste like authentic tacos it tasted more like sweet bbq flavour. The fish was over cooked on the outside and undercooked inside. It was not the greatest. I ordered three and only managed to finish half of one. I requested no cilantro for my fish tacos and it wasn't added, that is the only reason i gave 2/10. 2/10 In comparison, I suggest Gus taco it is not to far from Cantina their service is amazing and the flavour of the tacos is much better. The price point at Gus is very similar to Cantina once you add toppings and get multiple tacos. Environment: The space is well decorated. The tables are very close to each other giving it a cozy feeling if you don't mind your chairs touching the table next to you. 6/10 read more

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Came here again with a friend who works in the neighbourhood. Since the kitchen is undergoing renovations, their menu was a little shorter than usual. I ordered the Asada burrito with sauce on the side. Huge portions stuffed with rice , a little bit of beans and nice cut up steak! $18 for one portion. I actually really appreciated how they gave me the sauce on the side. I'm not a huge fan of soggy burritos so it was perfect! Service was great! Waitresses were kind and attentive. Food came out quickly and delicious! I guess I would ya e liked it more if there was more lettuce or salad! There's definitely a reason why I keep coming back! Food is good. Ambiance is great and service is friendly. Highly recommended if you're in the junction! :) read more

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Usually deserving of a 5 star review reduced due to their choice of menu, allow me to explain their food is excellent but not only do you need a newer generation smart phone, but you have to enter very minimal information into their lsughable contact tracing system(online), then when you finally get to the menue you have to place your order online. And that is where my experience ended. I will be back and hopefully restore my review to a 5 star after all this COVID craziness is all over with, and things resort back to normal until then this is a location for us more Tech Savvy le and not our grand parents. Such a shame because their food is extremely good. read more

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Love this place, great spicy and crisp tacos. Cocktails are very good too. My favorite is Diablo - spicy shrimp taco. The vibe and interior is very funky and lively. Certainly a must try mexican joint in Toronto!! read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Diablo - spicy shrimp taco - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We came here late on Saturday night and were worried that the kitchen would be closed but glad to see they were still serving! The nachos are a must! The chips are deep fried and come with a generous amount of guacamole,cheese and the works! In fact I could have used more chips! We also ordered the beef steak quesadilla and the chunks of meat was really good and Im glad because nothing is worse than the protein is not enough and you're paying a lot for it! Tried to order the flauto but it was sold out for the night so tagged in the empanadas but I was quite surprised when it arrived. It was covered in a sauce of lime and sour cream or something. Something I didn't expect, but was not bad. Probably wouldn't order it again but it was different. Overall: 8/10 would come back! Food and portion sizes were good! read more

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The food here is quite tasty. And the ambiance is fun. The service is ok. Friendly. The only thing I would complain about is there are certain dishes that ended up being way too spicy that was unbearable to eat. And I like my spice. Perhaps it would be better for them to have side hot sauces for the client to actually make it spicier if they want it. One time I came here and ordered the ceviche. Which is great. The table of four that I was with could not eat it. Everyone said it was way too spicy. They were nice enough to make this again for me as the waitress has been told this before. And it was my main. I was told the last time I came in that the dish had been changed and it may be less spicy. I went there again and ordered the Michelada drink (lager with Clamato). I only had a few sips. I could not drink all of it. We were also charged for a drink that only had a few sips taken from it. My friend that I was with had the same but theirs was not nearly as spicy. So just a bit disappointed in the inconsistency. Burrito is a good portion. I would get this again. Pulpo tacos were delicious. Flavorful. read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Pulpo tacos (octopus) - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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So I tried to wait to review this place until I could upload a pic...but whenever we order from here I basically forget everything beyond shoving delicious tacoey goodness down my gullet. We've ordered from here twice this week alone. TWICE! It's so good it's bad. We've tried several tacos from PCC. The first time we tried the Baja fish we agreed it was our favourite. Then we tried the chorizo. Then we tried the tinga. Then we tried the chorizo again. Pretty much every taco we eat is the best taco we've ever had. And I'm talking delivered. I can't even imagine how magical these tacos would be in-person where we're eating them fresh from the kitchen. I can't wait. read more

Last year my friend took me to Playa Cabana Cantina and I fell in love after one bite. Seriously... It's really hard finding a good taco place in Toronto, La Carnita had recently changed their menu and removed one of my favorite Taco options :( but thank god for Playa Cabana. I also love the atmosphere here, grab one of the long tables and make some new friends. I've had a few items here, and I always go for the Braised Short Rib options, the meat melts in your mouth and is filled with flavor. I would definitely go for the crispy taco with cheese + Braised Short Beef (fucking BOMB) I'm not joking, this taco has to be the best taco I've ever had! Another item that I'm in love with is the Braised Shortrib (in ancho chile) Enchilada! One bite and there's an explosion of flavor... I can't even explain how good the braised beef is. If you want a monster of a meal I would go for the Burrito, but we warned... they are HUGE! It's more of a Knife & Fork Burrito. I got the Pollo Milanesa which is breaded chicken. It was pretty good but again I would go for the Braised Beef options. If you are still hungry after all this great food, opt for the Churro Poutine! Yummmmy! Whatever you end up getting, please get one braised beef crunchy taco on the side... TRUST me, you won't regret it. Keep Eating, Angela read more

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Food was amazing, great service, alcohol beverages weren't good. Tacos, guac and chips were delicious and reasonably priced. Service was great, servers were kind and considerate. Cocktails (mojito) was the worst I've ever had. Not sure if it was rum they used or tequila, but quality wasn't great and made the drink very salty and cloudy. read more

Outstanding food and ambiance. Been here a few times. Have to try the corn. Anything with their skirt steak is delicious. The taco selection and ingredients may be the best in the city. Why not a 5? A bit pricey. $14 for a margarita that comes in a small tumbler glass is too much. But the food is worth the premium price. PS. Best guacamole anywhere. And I mean anywhere! read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The unhappy middle-aged man in glasses who "greeted" us after a long while seemed irritated that we didn't have a reservation (despite the many unoccupied tables). Once seated we had to wait a long time for a server to attend to us. By the time we got to give the server our order we knew not just the drinks we wanted but also the appetizers AND mains. We told her everything and then quite quickly both our appetizers and mains were delivered to our table, followed a while later by our drinks. The food is good but the place is poorly run. Mostly a disappointing visit. Try the ceviche. read more

We were recommended by a family member to go check out this place out . We have been interested for awhile to enjoy a great meal there. We DID!! Wow, beauty!! Sunday night we for dinner and found parking right in front of the place. We wanted to enjoy all our mains, so no appetizers. Our meal was a little more expensive because we picked more expensive mains. Also , we wanted to get two of each rather than get the 3 for $18.00. I had the Hendersons amber beer. I thought it matched well with our meal. We ordered 2 Pollo Al Carbon, 2 Carnitas Surtidas tacos. Then we had to try the Beef Short Rib and Langosta Tostadas. We were was in meal heaven!! We had their homemade hot sauce on them!! Hot hot goodness. The staff was totally amazing. The staff told us the menu will be a little tweaked in 3 weeks!! So we're coming back to checkout the new additions. So should you!! Check it out read more

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Phenomenal short rib taco.. $6.78 for one small, individual taco...?! Did they have a contest to see how much they could overcharge for a small piece of food? The prices eliminate return visits. read more

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The servers were really nice, it was pretty busy but that didn't seem to change the food quality because it was still delicious. I got the skirt steak burrito and it was huge.. I was only able to finish half and took the rest home. Best burrito I've had to date! read more

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Atmosphere was great service was great food is amazing Blake was great so was jocelynthe best.

This was my first time at Playa Cabana Cantina and I absolutely loved it. We went there with our friends who are both chefs and the love this place and wanted us to try. I tried the hard shell shrimp taco (camarones el diablo) and soft shell chicken taco (pollo al carbon) and fell in love with both. I was still hungry so I had one more shrimp taco before I called it a night. Wife had Guacamole/chips to start, which was great. Then she had verdura raja taco and chihuahua taco (she's vegetarian). She like the chihuahua one better. Our friends had an octopus taco (pulpo), vegetarian chorizo taco. The octopus taco was amazing. The vegetarian chorizo was okay too. They also has Chile Rellenos plate too and it was amazing. We didn't try any desserts as our friends had made some carrot cake at home, which was equally amazing. The location is great(situated right at the Junction). It's opposite to Indie Alehouse. So have a few nice brews at Indie Alehouse and then head over to Playa Cabana Cantina for some amazing tacos. Make sure to make a reservation for dinner as they are very busy. We reached here at 6:30 PM and they were booked till 9:30 PM. So, we had a few beer at Indie Alehouse before our table was ready. read more

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Ive been going to this restaurant for years, i recommended it to so many people because it used to be amazing. it was so good, that my colleagues used to order lunch there every friday. Suddenly, the portions started getting smaller, the hot sauces stopped coming with our orders, and lately the food has been less than expected. Today i decided to give it another shot and ordered some tacos via Ubereats. As soon as it arrived, I opened the takeout box and saw that my guacamole was blackened- as if it had been a day old guac they had left over and just dolloped over my tacos. Now for kitchen standards to send that out to a customer is unacceptable. Its old guac, poor quality food being delivered. I called the restaurant immediately to complain, and the waitress or whoever answered, basically blamed the uber driver for taking to long to deliver the food, and so that was the excuse for blackened guac. No apology, nothing; basically said i needed to contact Ubereats to complain instead of the restaurant. As a former playa cabana cantina fan, I wanted an explanation as to why the $16.00 tacos came to me with gross black guacamole, instead I got a snotty chick telling me it was someone else's fault rather than the kitchen itself. I know they changed management, but it hasn't been for the better, because everything that was good about this place has just deteriorated. I really hope they step up their game, and treat customers better than they have lately, especially when it concerns the quality of food that we as customers are paying for, and expecting better quality. read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - the guacamole was basically a DAY OLD looking- instead of blackened cod, they now serve BLACKENED GUAC :( horrible - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place holds a very special place in my heart because it was the location of a very special date with a certain special person some time ago. That being said, the experience itself of dining at Cantina was nothing short of special! We rolled the proverbial dice (a poor piece of planning on my part) and decided to show up and try our luck - my date was confident that the bar seats were actually the best place to eat according to her local friends. Unfortunately it was packed... like packed! It's not a big place, so I strongly encourage you to make reservations if you'd like a table. That said, my date was absolutely correct! We ended up just squeezing into two seats at the end of the bar and while i had an espresso machine poking into my back for part of the evening, it was one of the best service experiences I've had to date. I have a theory that when a bartender is required to step up as your server for the evening, they're far more relaxed with their jobs - sometimes that can be a bad thing but from my experience it's always a win for me. They're more jovial, spend more time with you, make jokes and even give you a little something something extra sometimes if they like you. Our bartender was awesome! He made incredible recommendations, wonderfully strong margaritas (I think I had about 3) and kept us laughing all night. I credit him for making an early date with my now girlfriend a wonderful experience (especially when there is so much that can go wrong on those 'early' dates). For food we ordered guacamole which was amazing and arrived almost at the same time he punched it into the POS. ESG (extra sensory guac!?!?) Then we ordered a crunchy open faced taco piled high with toppings (I believe it was called a torta?) The plan was to share it but it was a hot mess so we ordered a second so we'd each have our own - screw romance we need food! I then ordered a combo of 3 different kinds of tacos. I can't recall which ones I had but my notes tell me the meat was perfectly seasoned, tender and perfectly cooked. Overall an amazing dining experience here, and it's actually about time I went back for another great night. Until next time... Eatcrest OUT! read more

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My family and I were blown away by the Diablo tacos and the chorizo tacos - They were otherworldly delicious (we landed on those options after reading many Yelp reviews). Their guacamole was also delectable. We love the options available at this location!! read more

Back again, but this time they have changed the menu since I last visited. Instead of Taco Plates like in my previous reviews, all tacos are single - and you can mix and match. Pricing and value for money is actually okay - it's a substantial portion, but for a newbie, it's a little disconcerting to get one taco for $6-7. Although the server indicated that 3 is good for a meal, they should put on the menu something like 3 Tacos for $18, which seems a bit more worth while for 1 for $6. Just a matter of perspective. This is not a date place, espeically if you plan on getting the taco. Dont' get me wrong, it's tasty, but with all the filling piled high on top of the small flimsy tortilla, you're guaranteed to make a mess. Got the Grilled Octopus - good and tasty but very spicy - ask for no jalapenos if you need it to be mild. The Pork Belly Taco was good, but found that the flavour of the pork belly was masked by some sweet coating and sauce. Also the Kalbi, was a great beef taco but tasted nothing like Kalbi. We also ordered $5 of chips and guacamole, and chips were non-stop coming to our table after that. Love it. The corn chips were so good. I got a Mojito, but a little watered down with lots of ice if you leave it for too long - but it was perfect otherwise. Dessert we got the Churros Poutine, with some excellent churros, I wish we could just have them plain and lots more of them instead of this. But perfect ending to a filling meal with a small bit for each of us. I still love the decor in here. Although I did enjoy the food better with the old menu, I'll still definitely come back again. read more

Its a tough call on Playa Cabana Cantina. It was a good meal and the margirita I had was decent. This junction spot is trying to do more "trendy" mexican, with a focus on fish and some interesting ingredient choices. I opted for the braised slow pork tacos, which were quite good, with a nice side of guacamole and beans. On the other hand, the prices are high almost the same price as Valdez down on king street, which is doing its own haute cuisine take on mexican. On the other hand there is Tierra Azteca down on Bloor which does heaping piles of tortillas and meat. The Cantina does the medium range well but I don't know if i would be rushing back. read more

I came here for a birthday party recently. Great vibe and interesting decor. We were about 10 people and they had a long table that was perfect for us. They take reservations which is key for planning a large group event, but there are only seatings at 7 or 9pm I believe. We came for 9pm. Overall, food was good. Nothing outstanding, but pretty tasty, if not overpriced. We enjoys the chips and salsa (you can choose green or red, get the green salsa if you like spice!) and guacamole. The halibut ceviche was quite good -- really fresh. For the tacos, you can buy single tacos for $5-12 each or get a platter of 3 tacos for $14. However, we decided to order single tacos because if you get the platter of 3, you can only choose one type (can't mix and match). I think my favourite was the verdura, and I'm not vegetarian. But the black bean/sweet potato/corn patty was delicious and unlike anything I've ever tried. The pollo tinga was more traditional, and it was good but very messy and didn't hold together well. I tried the pulpo (octopus and chorizo), which was disappointing as I could not find a single piece of chorizo in the entire thing! The octopus was a bit chewy. The service was so-so. They could have been faster with refilling water and the pacing of the dishes, although they were very busy and I know it's hard to manage a large group. They were slow with clearing plates, and with each individual taco coming on its own plate, we didn't have a whole lot of space! We had a fun night and enjoyed some of the dishes, but I wouldn't be rushing to come back here with other Mexican options around. read more

Simply amazing!! Must haves: Chiviche is perfect!! Guacamole served in stone with home made chips. Crispy Chicken tacos Braised beef tacos Fish tacos we got all 3 tacos and they all are excellent! Open faced burrito chicken or beef again spectacular! read more

Playa Cabana Cantina - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Hands down best Mexican cuisine out there! It just keeps getting better and better and I'm always bringing new people to show them how awesome it is. Elotes- grilled corn was 5/5. So delicious Verduras- veggie tacos were mouth-watering, I could not get enough Tres Leches- the night had to be topped off with the most amazing dessert Rum punch- had such a nice kick, they really know how to do it. I'll get a pitcher of it next time Mojito- It needed a little more flavour, was a bit watered down for my taste Overall- I will never stop coming here. So addicted! read more

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I really loved this place! It was my first time here after hearing and reading raving reviews about this place and it definitely didn't disappoint. The decor was very relaxing but with a Mexican flare. Lighting was dim, our table and restaurant were also clean. To eat I got the Camarones el diablo (shrimp tacos) and a mojito pitcher. The tacos were TO DIE FOR! Apparently one of the best selling tacos on the menu. The mojito, on the other hand, was mediocre and I've definitely had way better. Our server was awesome and I'm annoyed that I can't remember his name (he had a beard and long hair, I believe). He was super attentive and helpful with explaining things on the menu and helping us choose a tequila brand we wanted to try lol. What also made this experience awesome was the quick service. Although it was a busy Saturday night, our food surprisingly came very fast (especially when you typically expect to wait long on busy nights). I'd loved to come back! read more

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So the Mas Playa family of restaurants now, as of this writing, numbers six (!), and yet this was my first visit to any of them. And because the food was just good but not great, I have to wonder if this is a case of too much expansion too quickly. We started with orders of the Guacamole and the Chorizo Nachos. The guacamole was good but a little bland, and the portion size was almost comically small. The Chorizo Nachos, on the other hand, though also small, were a gloriously gooey pile of nachos and cheese. For my main, I got a carnita Cantina Style burrito with black beans (flour tortilla wrapped with melted Oaxacan cheese, rice, and your choice of beans. Garnished with guacamole, queso fresca, house made Mexican stlye crema, cholula, radish). Now this was an incredible disappointment. Though technically fine, this was the blandest burrito I've eaten in a very, very long time. I've had burritos at Taco Bell with more flavor. It didn't help, certainly, that there wasn't even a hint of spice to be found within. Just terrible. At least we finished the meal the Tres Leches cake, which, though not quite saucy enough, ensured that the meal ended on a positive note. But that burrito... Yikes! What a trainwreck. read more

This is my first ever Yelp review. I am a huge fan of this place. It is walking distance from my home and my grandchildren and my daughter love it. It is wonderful Mexican food. They have a unique twist to traditional mexican food and I like it. read more

Have been guests many times but will never go back. We had a reso and asked to be seated indoors as it was chilly outside. Could not accommodate a simple request and there were many empty tables inside. We bought our business next door to Nodo. I'm guessing the ownership has changed at the Cantina and it's going downhill. read more

The food and atmosphere here is so cool! I love all the neon lights. It really makes dining here a pleasure! read more

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