Cilantro Neighborhood Cantina
$$ • Latin American, Tacos, Cocktail BarAbout Cilantro Neighborhood Cantina
Customers' Favorites
Steak and Shrimp Fajitas
Chesapeake Guacamole
Filet Mignon Burrito
Enchiladas Supremas
Trio Fajita for 2
Tres Leches Cake
Chicken Burrito
Cochinita Pibil
Al Pastor Tacos
Cantina Nachos
Recent Reviews
156 ratings
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I got queso, enchiladas suizas, and tres leches cake. The food was very good but the tres leches was a standout!! I didn’t even want to get tres leches since it’s consistently been a disappointment since I moved to Maryland even at highly rated popular places with otherwise fantastic food such as Clavel. It’s usually dry, too sweet, and has weird things like coconut. This cake was simple, super moist, drenched in milk, and lightly sweet. It was perfection. I ended up ordering...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Cilantro Neighborhood Cantina is a cozy and stylish restaurant known for its fresh and flavorful food. Visitors often praise the friendly and attentive staff, which creates a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests returning. The decor is beautiful and relaxed, making it a great spot for meetups or casual dining. The menu offers a variety of tasty dishes, including shrimp tacos, queso-birria tacos, and the open-faced carne asada quesadilla, all served in generous portions. Although it may not be an authentic Mexican spot, the food is consistently delicious and satisfying. Notable dishes include the enchiladas suizas and the cochinita pibil, which many find tender and rich. The tres leches cake stands out as a highlight—moist, lightly sweet, and drenched in milk—so much so that some guests order it for special occasions. The margaritas and sangarita are also highly recommended for their refreshing flavors. While the place could benefit from a heating upgrade, the overall cleanliness and warm service make up for it. Many customers express excitement about the happy hour specials during the week, and frequent visits reflect the restaurant’s reputation for good food, friendly service, and a cozy vibe.