From the host to our server, we were delighted with Cantina. It's authentic and the menu boasts a…read morevariety of options. We were sharing a meal and starters. We had the queso which is not your average. Its thick cheesy texture tucks inside of a small tortilla. So, not your typical chips and queso . The addition of a roasted jalapeno was brilliant! We split an order of beef tacos, and had the street corn( the exact menu name fails me). It was some of the best I've had. Fun place with a delightful vibe and top notch food and service.

We tried Cantina for a date night on a Wednesday. We started off with the ceviche of the day and…read morethe hamachi for appetizers. Unfortunately, I did not ask what the ceviche of the day was before ordering. The ceviche was shrimp with squid ink and I am just not a fan of squid ink dishes. The hamachi appetizer was great though. Then, we waited an hour for the rest of our food to arrive. The mole dishes we ordered were more bright/sour and not the deep rich flavors we were expecting. The citrus marinated prawns had great flavor, but the sharp prawn antennas took away from the dish. The presentation was lovely, but we left disappointed in the food and the long wait.

Came in after the lunch rush for some quick tacos and horchata on my way home and glad I did! Even…read morethough it was seat myself service the greeter made sure I was happy with my table and service was prompt! I've never been here before and will definitely be coming here to sample the menu more fully. Today I had 2 asada tacos, fresh horchata, and chips and guacamole (the server also brought me salsa so BONUS!!) I should have listened to my gut (literally) and only ordered one taco as I ended up taking the second one to go. Generous portion sizes are always welcome!! Since it's between lunch and dinner the place was pretty much empty but still clean and inviting.

Flavorful and not too spicy, the Mole sauce was delicious on my cheese enchiladas. I had a house…read moremargarita during happy hour that was yummy!! Our server was helpful in picking out my order and quick with our waters/drinks. This restaurant you have to buy the chips and salsa, so be prepared. The salsa was spicy and made my spouse's eyes water, he loved it! My son had a cheese enchilada that was a tiny bit greasy but huge and filled with chicken. My beans were more liquid than I like but I mixed with my rice. On Sunday night, we had no problems getting in and out in 40 min. Very fast service and always a nice time for me! Mmmmmmm

Great establishment with interesting options to choose from, Argentinian style dishes with popping…read moreflavors, sauces. Interesting decor with inside and outside dining experience depending on weather for the exterior. Recommend reservations for weekend evenings. Friendly staff and good service. Parking is a bit of a challenge to find depending on the day and time.

Awesome, low key bar with good finger foods. I would definitely recommend this place. It's good for…read moregroups of people who want to share and try a little of everything. Bartenders were so nice. I will definitely be back when I am in town next.

After attending the NKY Pride Fest me & hubby got hungry. We saw Chipotle or this spot. I wanted…read moreauthentic versus basic Mexican food. We arrived and were serviced immediately. Our server, Enma, was very friendly, professional. I ordered the chicken fajitas and a horchata. Hubby ordered the taco dinner & coke. The food had flavor & was delish. Even the chips and salsa were good. Good Mexican music playing overhead. The men's restroom could use some sprucing..graffiti, non-working urinal, broken blind, basic-dreary decor needs updating today. Enma hug us and was very compassionate about her work...see her when eating here!!

Looking for a mid week happy hour stop to have margs, chips, salsa, and good conversation with…read morefriends. Look no further than El Rincón! The size of the margaritas alone are worth the visit but you will be greeted with so many smiles and generosity that you will want to return every week. Definitely check this place out when you are in town.

long story short: a lot of potential but too empty to deliver on the fun club energy…read more We went on Saturday night around midnight & the place was pretty empty. There was a DJ & a dance floor, but very few people were dancing, which was disappointing. The place itself was cool with colorful lights & fun graffiti-like walls, but the aesthetic was let down by the lack of people. We enjoyed the free popcorn & I really liked my drink, the downside up, although I realize it's probably too sweet for most. Unfortunately, the cocktail & popcorn didn't make up for the dead atmosphere & we left pretty quickly. I would be interested in going again & seeing what it would be like when it's lively; I imagine it would be a fun spot when the dance floor is full!

This is the coolest bar, I was visiting my cousins in Cincy and they said that I needed to visit,…read morewe popped over here after dinner. It was a nice night so we took advantage of being able to sit outside. I love all the random art and set up of the back. To drink I had the chunker, which was gin in a San Pelegríno it was a very refreshing drink! Deceptively doesn't taste like alcohol. I noticed some people with white claws and little airplane bottles so naturally I have to have a strong claw as well. We also had some very tasty shots, all around we had a good time, just hanging out and enjoying drinks, can't wait to come back here and visit again!

Had a great experience here last week and Ms. Cynthia was so nice! I will be back & ordering the…read moreturtle again :)

My only complaint about here is that it needs more seats, but also we were the people who decided…read moreto try it on the same night as a Cincinnati FC game. Some things are out of your control, but still I would've enjoyed my food more if I could have sat and ate it. This place feels a little light a hole in the wall in downtown Cincinnati. It does not have lots of tables, it is unassuming on the outside, and the menu is simple. We were drawn to it, even with the long lines because of all of the game goers. Considering its size and the line, we did not wait an unreasonable amount of time to order and then receive our food. Everyone orders at the counter so you have to go through one at a time and wait for everyone before you to decide their orders. The food is then called out and you have to go get it. This system probably helped our situation and made things move faster. I got their signature turtle, which is basically a large crunch wrap, with chicken served southwest style. It was awesome but very large! We were going out after and did not want to carry leftover boxes, so I ate it all and kind of regretted it after. But I simply could not stop cause the food was so good! The prices are also fair and they have plenty of beer and cocktails to offer from their bar. I would love to come back here on a quieter night so we can sit and enjoy the food wholly, perhaps with a beverage as well.

The food and service was amazing. I was so surprised to hear they were kid friendly with kids menus…read morewhich sweetened the night. However, they didn't have a changing station in the women's bathroom so when I had to change my toddler that was a huge turn off. You can't claim to be family friendly and not have a basic changing station.

Fun to update a review that I wrote NINE years ago! How is that possible?…read more Anyway, Bakersfield still crushing it. Still love the short rib taco, but there are some amazing new items on the menu since the last time I was there. The chicken empanadas are the meatiest empanadas I've had in town, delicious and a pretty good deal at 3/$11. Perfect for sharing, on their own, it's a meal. They also now serve a basic crunchy taco, but unfortunately, they only come in orders of 4 so couldn't try those and the empanadas. I guess I'll have to come back. Oh noooo! Keep an eye on the promotions from Thunderdome around the holidays for some discount gift certificates too. Bakersfield still delivers great food at a solid value after 14 years.

My favorite restaurant in Cincinnati! A must try if you're visiting or in town. My go to for…read morespecial celebratory dinners. Food: 5/5 Dishes are explained as slightly larger plates than tapas style. My favorites: Wood Grilled Octopus, Crispy Falafel, Bouillabaisse. Love the Moroccan Mint Tea as well! Service: 4.7/5 Very friendly! They course out your plates for you which I always love. They were able to accommodate my pescatarian diet (I.e., meats on the side to give to others at the table). On a less busy night, they offered a free toast for my birthday. I've been for other celebratory dinners here on busier nights where that hasn't happened, so it was a lovely surprise! Ambiance: 4/5 A little busy and can get loud on the weekends with table chatter, cutlery clinks, and the brick walls echoing noise around. Tables are also close together, so you can definitely hear the conversation next to you. The decor is pleasant and the lighting is soft and romantic enough that it is still a perfect date night spot! There are also a couple larger crescent booths for larger parties.

Top tier experience More food that tapas but it's a share…read morefood experience, 2-3 dishes was good for two people Service was fine Ambiance was fun