Food was delicious and staff was Awesome and kept checking in. Recommend the goat cheese Guacamole and catfish tacos. Both delicious!!
John Thorne
Great food and drinks; excellent service!
I had some time to kill before meeting up with friends the other day, so I came here as they were opening. Charlie fixed me up a couple drinks while I waited—a pair of killer palomas—and was so hospitable that I convinced our group to come back to eat later on, and Charlie took care of us again. This time I had the veggie burrito with their house-made habanero sauce, which was flavorful and fire, and my friends got different quesadillas which they really liked.
Two visits and two good times in two hours!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brynn Moore
My friend and I stopped by on a Saturday night for a little nacho moment before our evening plans. Despite the busyness of the restaurant, we were promptly acknowledged and put on a short wait to be seated outside. I loveddd the vibe, the patio atmosphere, the music, and our server (alex) was friendly and attentive. Super grateful for an accommodating, dog-friendly and yummy spot in raleigh!
(odie found his evening pawticularly great as well)
Dietary restrictions: tortilla chips are gluten free woohoo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Nachos, Cantina 18 Guacamole
Karen Harvey
I am a vegetarian and I love this place. They have a number of options including fried avocado tacos and a grilled vegetable burrito. The staff is so friendly and it's one of the few non chains in the area!
Vegetarian options: If you like cheese, then there are a number of options for you here! If not, you can build your own salad or order the vegetarian burrito.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Queso, Black Bean Quesadilla, Black Bean, Adobo Glazed Salmon
Brian Pollard
Food was ok, small portions and overpriced
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Zoe Littmann
Service was friendly but VERY slow. Food was ok but both dishes were way too salty for us. Wouldn’t go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Tyler Kopp
The owner greeted us and walked us to our seat. Great spot for a quick bite. Short rib taco and habanero guacamole ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Three Tacos Platter
M Taylor
Good food, fast friendly service, reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Woody Shearin
First time visiting, and greeted by the owner. A big welcoming smile and welcome. My only regret was accepting the booth for 3 friends & me. The seat was way too low for my short body, I could just take in the food . Anyway I will definitely go back and ask for a more suitable seat. Everyone really liked the food & agree Cantina 18 is a keeper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Spicy Braised Short Rib Quesadilla, Queso, Fajitas, Cantina 18 Guacamole
Marion Faya
Service was great. Food was very tasty. I highly recommend you dine here.
It is a quasi-Mexican restaurant in a shopping area. Guacamole not as good as my husband's but his is hard to beat as it is chunky. Their salsa was good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa
Christopher Shaw
Only here for drinks at the end of the weekend. Had the Traveler’s bourbon which is a collaboration between Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton. Bourbon good, atmosphere which is tequila centric is awesome. Ask for Aaron the best for bartender ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mibbie P
What’s not to love at cantina 18?! Always fresh food that is consistent and delicious every time! The skinny margaritas as not to miss! Great options for kids and nice patio as well! Service is always friendly. It does get busy so make sure to make a reservation if you can!
Kid-friendliness: Great kids menu, high chairs, kids cups and a baby changing station in the bathroom
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Queso, Fajitas
Michelle Hardy
Friends and I were in this afternoon for drinks and when we left I didn't realize I'd left my debit card there. We were across the parking lot when the bartender ran up to us to return it. So thankful for that bartender! He was very nice and attentive when we were at the bar as well.
Service: 5
Teala Thomas
Amazing service and great Margs! Their outdoor area is covered with fans, which is nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Braised Short Rib Burrito, Cantina 18 Guacamole
Food was delicious and staff was Awesome and kept checking in. Recommend the goat cheese Guacamole and catfish tacos. Both delicious!!
Great food and drinks; excellent service!
I had some time to kill before meeting up with friends the other day, so I came here as they were opening. Charlie fixed me up a couple drinks while I waited—a pair of killer palomas—and was so hospitable that I convinced our group to come back to eat later on, and Charlie took care of us again. This time I had the veggie burrito with their house-made habanero sauce, which was flavorful and fire, and my friends got different quesadillas which they really liked.
Two visits and two good times in two hours!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I stopped by on a Saturday night for a little nacho moment before our evening plans. Despite the busyness of the restaurant, we were promptly acknowledged and put on a short wait to be seated outside. I loveddd the vibe, the patio atmosphere, the music, and our server (alex) was friendly and attentive. Super grateful for an accommodating, dog-friendly and yummy spot in raleigh!
(odie found his evening pawticularly great as well)
Dietary restrictions: tortilla chips are gluten free woohoo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Nachos, Cantina 18 Guacamole
I am a vegetarian and I love this place. They have a number of options including fried avocado tacos and a grilled vegetable burrito. The staff is so friendly and it's one of the few non chains in the area!
Vegetarian options: If you like cheese, then there are a number of options for you here! If not, you can build your own salad or order the vegetarian burrito.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Queso, Black Bean Quesadilla, Black Bean, Adobo Glazed Salmon
Food was ok, small portions and overpriced
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Service was friendly but VERY slow. Food was ok but both dishes were way too salty for us. Wouldn’t go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
The owner greeted us and walked us to our seat. Great spot for a quick bite. Short rib taco and habanero guacamole ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Three Tacos Platter
Good food, fast friendly service, reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time visiting, and greeted by the owner. A big welcoming smile and welcome. My only regret was accepting the booth for 3 friends & me. The seat was way too low for my short body, I could just take in the food . Anyway I will definitely go back and ask for a more suitable seat.
Everyone really liked the food & agree Cantina 18 is a keeper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Spicy Braised Short Rib Quesadilla, Queso, Fajitas, Cantina 18 Guacamole
Service was great. Food was very tasty. I highly recommend you dine here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It is a quasi-Mexican restaurant in a shopping area. Guacamole not as good as my husband's but his is hard to beat as it is chunky. Their salsa was good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa
Only here for drinks at the end of the weekend. Had the Traveler’s bourbon which is a collaboration between Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton. Bourbon good, atmosphere which is tequila centric is awesome. Ask for Aaron the best for bartender ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What’s not to love at cantina 18?! Always fresh food that is consistent and delicious every time! The skinny margaritas as not to miss! Great options for kids and nice patio as well! Service is always friendly. It does get busy so make sure to make a reservation if you can!
Kid-friendliness: Great kids menu, high chairs, kids cups and a baby changing station in the bathroom
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Salsa, Queso, Fajitas
Friends and I were in this afternoon for drinks and when we left I didn't realize I'd left my debit card there. We were across the parking lot when the bartender ran up to us to return it. So thankful for that bartender! He was very nice and attentive when we were at the bar as well.
Service: 5
Amazing service and great Margs! Their outdoor area is covered with fans, which is nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Braised Short Rib Burrito, Cantina 18 Guacamole
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