My wife and I put this on our weekend breakfast because we have tried every restaurant in SA at least once !!! very clean and relaxing atmosphere with very nice outdoor Covered patio with plenty of fans with live music on Friday & Saturday evening. They have every dish you can think of for lunch and Dinner that taste like Authentic Mexican food. (Not Tex Mex bland food ) Full Bar and Fantastic Margaritas & COLD Beers. I would HIGHLY Recommend you take a short drive out 281N and Spring Branch and CHOW down on Great tasting Food and a few drinks !!!! Trust me now and Thank them when you leave . read more

I definitely wouldn't recommend this place for Mexican food. The food is bad and the food tastes like no effort or joy was put into cooking the food. I definitely say joy because the food really took the joy out of my day, I woulda rather had a 7/11 hot dog over this restaurant literally there's one down the road if you keep going past the restaurant. read more

The food here is fine but the bar service is a real problem. I regularly order top-shelf margaritas here with my meal, which come at a high premium price. Recently, I've watched the female bartender make my drink and noticed she pours only about 1/4 of a shot instead of the full shot these margaritas are supposed to contain. I politely pointed this out. Instead of fixing the drink, she pretended not to understand English - even though I've personally heard her speaking fluent English. When I pressed the issue, she still refused to correct the drinks. You're paying high-end prices for a weak, dishonest pour. If you're paying for quality, don't expect to get what you ordered here. read more

As wonderful as the food, service, and atmosphere are at Sandra's cantina, i must say that their gift certificate policy absolutely sucks. If you don't use the entire gift certificate, you forefit the balance. This absolutely ruined the experience for me. How inconsiderate. I couldn't even leave the balance for my waitress. What a shame. read more

Sandra's Cantina & Grill - Sandra's Cantina Hwy 281 N - Mexican Near Me - Spring Branch, Texas

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Don't get to go as much as I want anymore. Good food. I believe the spices are not Tex Mex but I really like the food Mix of authentic and Tex I guess. When I get in the mood for the flavor I don't want anything else. Margs good as well read more

We usually really love this spot but the service can be a hit or miss. My boyfriend and I went here today and he had ordered cheese enchiladas. He received chicken enchiladas and it was another 20 minutes of him waiting for his food. It's alright, mistakes happen and happens to the best of us. But when he was about to start eating he realized he no longer had silverware, it was left on the plate that was taken back, handed him mine because I was basically done eating at that point and our waitress was busy with other tables as it started to pick up for a dinner rush. He was pretty disappointed with the experience this time, and unfortunately so was I. I don't really have any remarks for my meal, I had the fajita beef plate- pretty good but not super notable. More or less just wish we had a bit more of an attentive waitress. read more

Tacos are all I've had here for 3 years every time I leave San Antonio heading back to Lawton Oklahoma. I get excited knowing I'll take tacos back to Lawton. Lol!! They aren't greedy with their food! They stuff them tacos! Homemade tortillas. Beans are so GOOD! The service is always good, order at the bar for " To Go" . Restrooms are always clean & smell nice. The furniture in here is very nice heavy wooden chairs & tables. The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. The temperature is perfect! read more

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A Completely New Experience -- in the Best Way I've been coming to Sandra's Cantina since we moved to Spring Branch over six years ago. To be honest, it was always fine -- convenient, familiar, and one of the few local options, but never the kind of place that left a lasting impression. The food quality hovered around "just okay," the service could be hit-or-miss, and the cleanliness... well, let's just say it wasn't the reason you went. It was the kind of spot you visited when you didn't have many alternatives. Because of all that, I hadn't been back in over a year -- until this weekend. I was craving Mexican breakfast and a quiet date with my husband, so we decided to give it another chance. And let me tell you: Sandra's Cantina is not the restaurant I remember. From the moment we walked in, it was clear something has shifted -- whether it's new management or a total internal refresh, the change is undeniable. The space was spotless, warm, and genuinely inviting. Then we opened the menu and... WOW. A completely new lineup with thoughtful upgrades and elevated options that made me do a double take. But the real surprise came when the food hit the table. The quality was on an entirely new level. Even the eggs -- those gorgeous, deep golden, almost-orange yolks -- signaled fresh, high-quality ingredients. Nothing tasted mass-produced or low-effort the way it sometimes had in the past. Every bite felt intentional. Bright. Flavorful. Comforting but refined. It was the kind of meal you remember later in the day and think, I want to go back. Service was attentive, warm, and genuinely kind -- another huge improvement. I truly can't say enough good things. If you've written this place off in the past (like I did), give it another try. Something major has changed, and whatever they're doing now... they need to keep it up. Spring Branch finally has a Mexican breakfast spot worth getting excited about again. read more

Good for chips salsa and a beer. Overpriced items and not great entrees. Nice patio area. The stage area is a little strange and hard to keep kids off of. Service can be extremely slow at times. read more

Food was delicious! Prompt service from the waiter and if he was caught up, his coworkers came to check on us. The salsa was quite literally some of the best we have had in Texas so no complaints there! The ambiance was delightful- not at all what I was expecting on the best way possible. Will be back again! read more

Our family loves Sandra's! Griff is #1, hands down best server. He gives the best service and has the best personality. One of our favorite places to hangout with friends. read more

Griff was a awesome server! Food was amazing I will for sure be back. And the atmosphere was very cool too!

Grif is the man! So patient, kind and accommodating. We had a party of 12 and he was not phased. He puts all servers to shame. Grif for President! read more

Griff is THE best waiter at Sandra's!! Food was fabulous service even better. Visit during the week to get the best service they get pretty busy on weekends. read more

All their ground beef has bell pepper in it. We ordered the chipotle burrito., and it was horrible. Neither me or my husband could eat it. I then went to the restaurant to pick up their tortillas soup, which is the only thing they have that's good that we've eaten, I was told that their burritos don't have peppers. We went there today and got an to go order or beef Chalupa's only to find that they put bell pepper and all their ground beef. So neither of us could eat that. Maybe they should try to make ground beef without bell pepper peppers, and add it only upon request or allow someone to request no bell peppers. If we're going to have bell peppers in with their ground beef, they should put it on their menu. read more

Sandra's Cantina & Grill - Chalupa's with ground beef and bell peppers. - Mexican Near Me - Spring Branch, Texas

The food was amazing. Good service. The drinks were delicious. We had the pound of fajitas and mojito Rita drink. Mmmm mmmm

Good food, slow service. The puffy tacos are great. Outside patio with play ground for the children.

Just meh. Probably won't be back and I live only 3 minutes away. Service was slow and the waitress made it abundantly clear that she would rather be literally anywhere else. She was not friendly or attentive AT ALL. I don't think she even smiled once in the 90 minutes we were there. It was difficult to get her attention when I needed something because she wouldn't even scan her 5 tables to look at people. I asked the hostess for things a couple of times. Everyone had a margarita on their table, so I figured they were on happy hour on a Tuesday evening, but they weren't. $10 but it tasted ok. Kitchen is gruelingly slow. Order an appetizer, so you don't notice the 45+ minute wait for your 2 enchiladas after you order them. I asked for more chips & salsa at one point and 15 minutes later I had to ask again because no one ever brought it. Food was mediocre. I thought the enchilada gravy was lacking flavor and the little chunks of tender beef that really good gravy has, puffy taco was dripping so much grease so I only ate half, nothing to write home about on the flavorless rice even after they caught all the puffy taco grease, and refried beans were unappealing. The borracho beans had a bit of a kick to them and the salsa was great. I just expected a lot better for $45 (2 plates and 1 margarita). Prices are pretty high for Mexican food, IMO. Do yourself a favor and go to Limestone on 46. Better food, better service, better prices, but not better salsa. read more

Sandra's Cantina & Grill - Spring Plate (2 cheese enchiladas and a greasy beef puffy taco; sub borracho beans; and the tiny pile of rice is behind the bean bowl) - Mexican Near Me - Spring Branch, Texas

Nice place. Food was outstanding. But the server we had was very poor. Too bad because she actually ruined the experience. I'd try one more time - hoping that was an unusual occurrence. read more

Sandra's Cantina & Grill - Sandra's Special - Mexican Near Me - Spring Branch, Texas

I need to update my review on this place. We have been several times since my last review and it has been awesome every time. This is our go to Mexican food place. The food is always so fresh and tasty. I have tried several things on the menu and they have all been great. The service is great, we have gotten to know several of the waitresses and they are cheerful and attentive. I know many people complain about the wait for the food, but it is worth it. They don't start cooking it, until you order it. It doesn't get any better than that. I don't understand why people want good food fast, instead of great food that takes a little longer? Where are you in a hurry to get to? I am sure the kitchen is small and they are cooking as fast as possible. Great food, great place. Will definitely go back again and again. read more

Griff is the BEST!! Great service, great attitude, wonderful personality! He is one of the reasons we continue to come to Sandra's on a weekly basis! THANKS Griff! read more

Great food! Best Mexican food in the area. Great service as well. Best Margaritas- especially the spicy Our go to is the mixed fajita nachos read more

The meat in the my taco was cold. A lot of salt in the food. The rest of the food was ok but it is horribly expensive. The margaritas cost more than our meals. Took a long time to get our ticket. read more

The best date night hands down. Incredible food and the best margaritas, especially the frozen habanero. Also, the best service in the area between Griff and Shea!!! Love Sandras! read more

Great food, Exceptional service. Ambience was superb. Chelsea, my waitperson was outstanding. Keep up the great service.

Glad to have a decent Tex Mex food and drink place in this neighborhood. Wait staff seems interested in doing their task. Fair prices for good food and drink. read more

If you like to wait for a table, food, and you're check this place if for you. Don't get me wrong the food is great but it seems like they have one person making the food. The dinning room only has 10 tables so people are crunch up in the front. They have an outside but I don't liking the cold weather. read more

My new favorite place for chips and hot sauce. The patio is nice and shady and the nopalito salad was nice and fresh. Great skinny margaritas! read more

Expensive margaritas $17, but delicious. Food is okay, always packed, and usually a wait. I would be okay with waiting if the food was spectacular, but it's Tex-Mex and the only one in the area. Not bad for convenience. read more

You need to ask for Griff. He is totally awesome and committed to making you have a wonderful wonderful time. We love Griff and we love Sandra's. Gotta try it. It's the best. read more

Always good food here. We've sat inside and taken out food when it's too busy. Great variety of margaritas.

Fajitas are great! waiter, 'Griff', was outstanding.. so friendly, attentive, and helpful! we ate outside this time... nice but, crazy traffic noise.. Love Sandra's! read more

Griff crushes it. The food is good too. The playground is great for the kids. Thank you for the great service.

griff was the best server ever! food fantastic but service was superb! Friendly ambiance!

Grif good service food. Great water!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Griff was an excellent waiter! Food was wonderful but service is always most important! Thank you! This was our first visit and we will be definitely be back! read more

Griff our server was amazing! Food was amazing too, fantastic job! We will definitely be coming back.

Griffin is amazing!! Always knows us and welcomes us as a friend!!! He's on top of things and a great server!! We always ask for him!! Don't let him go!!! Give him a 5 out of 5!!!! Also!!!!! Best Skinny Margaritas ever!! Great food too!!! read more

Griff is absolutely amazing!! very friendly and happy!! the best service I have had here in years!! it's been a few years since I've been here but will come back because of his service! thank you!! read more

Our favorite local spot. Amazing margaritas and food- Griff always takes the best care of us!