Driftwood Cantina
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Driftwood Cantina Reviews
245 ratings
Decent tacos, definitely a lot of food. Carnitas were a bit dry because they fried it, but tasty. Fried mahi tacos were great, but would have been better grilled. Good queso and salsa. Rice and beans were good. Service has been dreadfully slow both times I visited. I’d visit again because I’d like to try more items.
Food is fantastic and fresh, the bar has the best margaritas in Raleigh, and the staff is very friendly. Never had a bad experience here!
Meeting friends for dinner on a Saturday night was very pleasant at Driftwood. I had the Pasta Poblano with Grilled Shrimp. The food arrived quickly and piping hot. The portion size was generous and I took home enough for another full meal. We ordered both the white and the red sangria. I am not much of a wine person but the sangria was nice. Our server checked back frequently to make sure we did not have any additional requests. We finished the meal with the Tres Leche...read full review
Driftwood Cantina is a Mexican restaurant that offers a variety of vegetarian options. The avocado salsa and traditional corn are popular starters, while the burrito is known for being filling and delicious. The location is ideal for a post-meal stroll. The food is tasty, with dishes like fried mahi tacos and good queso and salsa. Rice and beans are also well-liked. Some reviewers mention that the carnitas can be a bit dry because they are fried, but still tasty, and the fried mahi tacos are great, though grilled might be better. Service has been slow at times, but staff are friendly and attentive, frequently checking in with diners. The restaurant can get crowded in the early evening, making parking a challenge. Many enjoy the generous portions, often taking home leftovers, and the food generally exceeds expectations. The atmosphere is pleasant, with options to sit on the patio. Reserving a table through Google is a convenient way to plan ahead. Overall, Driftwood Cantina offers delicious Mexican cuisine with popular dishes like fajitas and margaritas, including the unique cilantro jalapeño margarita.