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    Sunset Cantina-Boston

    3.4 (812 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Loud
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Marisol C.

    We went to Boston to go to a concert and had some time to kill. We could hear Spanish music from across the street, noticed where it was coming from and decided to stop for a bite and a drink. The place was bustling with people at the bar, at the tables. There was a DJ playing music with an MC giving away tickets. The hostess greeted us right away and informed us it was a 30 min wait for a table but that we could sit at the bar, We got lucky and sat at the bar, even though it was packed we didn't wait extremely long for our drinks nor our food. The bartenders were super nice. This is a good spot to kill time before a show or if you're just strolling by. I could tell there are some local regulars. Loved the rotating welcome sign at the entrance. My only complaint would be the ladies room could use a makeover. A nice paint job and new doors as one stall had no lock..

    Dana M.

    A cross between a sports bar and a Mexican restaurant. We were headed to Agganis Arena for a concert and chose this. I thought it was smart that they were partly playing music of the group playing at the arena across the street. Our waitress was both knowledgeable and friendly. We ordered a margarita and a Guinness Dip Trio Burrito Bowl with Chicken Birria Tacos Churros for dessert Everything was awesome. Their Braised beef tacos with consommé was absolutely ridiculously good. This is definitely on my list to revisit next time we come to Boston University!!! Since I am a college hockey fan it will definitely happen.

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    Elizabeth L.

    Went out with a friend for dinner before a concert and I am so beyond glad we went to Sunset Cantina! I typically am not a huge fan of Latin food of any type BUT the cantina changed my mind!! We started with the Carne Loaded Fries and they were beyond delicious! I had birria quesadilla for my main and my friend had the taco trio and again everything was delectable. We finished with the churros and my only complaint was they were so hot but absolutely outstanding. I'd like to add that our waiter was extremely attentive and I would love to have him as a waiter again! I will definitely be back soon!

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    Rosanna N.

    Fun vibey spot for Mexican food and drinks. Came on sat night had fun music going. Nachos and drinks were solid

    Maria M.

    **Sunset Cantina Review** **Location & Vibe:** Tucked away on Commonwealth Ave, Sunset Cantina promises an experience that's vibrant with a casual, sports-bar atmosphere. Known for its history as a gathering spot for BU students, my boyfriend and I ventured there hoping to relive some fond memories of nacho-filled evenings. The ambiance is laid-back, perfect for a lively game night. **Drinks:** The bar at Sunset Cantina remains its stronghold. With a robust selection of cocktails and beers, the drinks are crafted to kickstart any gathering. We found the cocktails to be particularly well-mixed, adding a refreshing twist to our afternoon. **Starters - Chips & Queso Dip:** Our meal started on a shaky note with the chips, which were unfortunately stale, detracting from the overall enjoyment. However, the queso dip provided a slight redemption with its intriguing mix of grilled corn salsa and a dash of tajin, offering a zesty flavor that partially made up for the lackluster chips. Rating: 4/10 **Main Attraction - Beef Empanadas:** The highlight of our dining experience came in the form of their beef empanadas. Filled with tender, slow-cooked shredded beef and creamy Monterey Jack cheese, these empanadas were flavorful and cooked to a delightful finish, standing out as the most memorable dish of our visit. Rating: 7/10 **Salads - A Healthy Twist:** We sampled the Mexican Caesar and steak & avocado salads, aiming for something on the lighter side. While both salads were generous in portion, featuring a decent amount of meat, they lacked a certain flair and were generally average, failing to impress beyond their wholesome presentation. Rating: 5/10 **Birria Tacos - A Missed Opportunity:** As a fan of birria tacos, I was eager to dive into this dish, but it fell short of expectations. The tacos lacked the rich, deep flavor typical of birria, and the meat was scant, leading to an unbalanced bite where the taco shell overshadowed the filling. Rating: 4/10 **Overall Experience:** While the drinks lived up to the festive spirit of the place, the food struggled to match up, delivering a mixed bag of hits and misses. The setting and price point make it a reasonable choice for casual dining, especially if you're in the area to watch a sports event and enjoy some drinks. **Final Scores:** - **Food:** 5/10 - **Affordability:** 7/10 - **Ambiance:** 5/10 Hoping my feedback is seen as constructive. I love capturing and sharing food experiences and always root for places to thrive. If you're looking to watch a sports game with a good drink this might still be your spot!

    Malou C.

    We stopped in for lunch and it was not a good experience. First there was no server. The bartender tried to help us while the server was MIA. He took our order and tried to help after we waited for over 15 minutes for the server who eventually surfaced without explanation. She never came to our table while the bartender helped us and his own customers at the bar. Thank God he was somewhat helpful. We did not enjoy our food. As for the ambiance the music was so loud and the decor was busy. I felt like I wasted my money.

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    Kristin C.

    The ambiance when entering is very nice but as you move to the sides (right) it's sort of an odd setup with a very wide space. We are seated at the very back table and they began setting up for music or some sort of performance, not sure what... anyhow that causes for a decent amount of commotion. Just found out it was for the male stripper at 8pm you must be kidding Service: SERVER himself was very friendly. Service overall needs work. Drinks; just sodas, took longer than one would appreciate and before the food even came I requested boxes. Our server was very kind. I highly doubt he can control how SLOW the food comes out. We each got very basic entrees, nothing that should have taken so long. The food was good, nothing memorable. If you eat here, ask to sit up front because the back feels like where they send castoffs. & male strippers apparently. ADDED a star because the owner was so professional in addressing my review. Much appreciated!

    Very friendly service and the drinks are delicious; so are the nachos. I got the birria tacos and a passion fruit marg.

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    Great service and awesome drinks! Highly recommend. I got a coconut marg and some nachos.

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    I love sunset cantina. Amazing nachos and great service! Super fun vibe and great music.

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    This place is so good!!! The food is always superior to any other cantina in Boston!!! Service 10/10, quality 10/10. Ambiance was amazing!!!

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    I love sunset I always get amazing service and perfect food ! Decor on fleek so fun vibes so perfect ambiance up.

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    Great food, tons of options. Service was quick and music was fun especially on Wednesday nights

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    This is so perfect! Fatima is so wonderful. They always have fast service and great quality food

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    The food truck was amazing. We love abby the food was exquisite! We got churros tacos and loaded fries and it was the best we've ever had

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    11 months ago

    I handed the bartender a $20 bill for a $5 beer and my change was $13. Hence, they are tipping themselves 40% to remove a bottle cap.

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    Great service came here for taco Tuesday. Amazing tacos and good priced margaritas, will definitely be coming back

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