Food and drinks were great. We were sat at the worst table in the restaurant, next to the front door, meaning every party waiting for their table blocked our group from view. This caused our server to miss us for at least 10-15 minutes after we were sat. Once she came the night was great. Food and drinks came in a timely fashion. Also, being that temperatures are colder, we felt every breeze when the door opened. I kept my jacket and gloves on majority of the time which kinda dampened the experience. We asked to be moved but the hostess said it was a full house and there was nothing she could do. I do plan to return, I'll just wait until it's warmer out for a better experience.
Denise
My first time to Cantina, was in this building when it was Nation and really loved the transformation of the interior. The door host and our server were terrific, a very enjoyable experience!
Miranda
The food was amazing. The steak was fork tender. The hot sauce was spicy and actually tasted really good too. The only issue was sitting at the bar and the door opening and closing with the cold weather. Would definitely recommend.
C Lane
Cantina was great. Loved the new(er) space and the food was much better than I had recalled it being from several years ago (maybe I just have a poor memory). I'm so glad we tried it and we will definitely be back soon.
C C
This is the ABSOLUTE BEST Mexican restaurant in Cincinnati. Period.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Howe
Since moving from Orlando, we have struggled to find high-quality Mexican food that we can trust. My wife is gluten-free which informs our decisions of where we can eat. Cantina is a gluten-free kitchen, so everything is safe. The food was delicious and made with pride. We were too hungry for pictures this round but we will be back. We had the guac and queso (with chorizo), the tacos, and the shrimp dish. Each dish was worth coming back for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Queso Fundido, Tres Leches Cake, Baja Fish Tacos
Melissa R
This little artisanal restaurant is a hidden gem. My husband and I rolled the dice and showed up on a Saturday without reservations. We were seated right away and given the best service (thanks Brittany!). Our drinks were phenomenal and this is saying something because I'm NOT a fan of tequila, however, I can get on board with a good mezcal drink and sister they have them! The menu was gluten free which is great for my hubby and the food had FLAVOR! If you get the chance, check this cozy little spot out for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meredith Ziskin
My family and I recently visited Cantina to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He was recently diagnosed with Celiac disease and he has missed eating Mexican food, his favorite. The experience we had at Cantina being a fully gluten free kitchen was amazing. The food was exceptional, the service was top notch and the atmosphere was perfect. To know that we could all order and share dishes with no concern of cross contamination was a relief. To see the look on my son's face to completely enjoy a meal out and love every bit was priceless. We will definitely be back, thank you to the team at Cantina to providing a safe gluten free environment, hopefully more restaurants will follow.
Food: 5
Olivia James
This was the best dining experience of my entire life. I have celiac disease and have never felt safer eating anywhere ever. It is an 100% gluten free kitchen. I even brought in my own dessert and the manager came over to make sure it was gluten free to ensure the restaurant never has had gluten in it. This sealed the deal for me. Seeing the thoroughness the staff made me never question my safety. I wanted to cry. The food was also wonderful, had so much flavor and options. The marg 13 was also amazing. I wish more restaurants would open like this. The manager and staff were wonderful. 10/10 am going back. No notes. Thank you for a life changing experience.
Food: 5
Blake
Everything about this place is amazing. The staff are amazing and the food is even better!
Great food, smelled a little smoky inside if you're sensitive to that, but the food and service are top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter Rice
Drew Kluender
Food was awesome - got the carne asada. Fair pricing great service good food.
Top r restaurants I’ve been to in Cincy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kassidy
Foods amazing. Staff's amazing. Never disappoints. Best Mexican food in town!!! And 100% gluten free?? Are you kidding? Absolutely splendid.
Lacy
The food was fantastic- fresh and hit all the flavor notes! Crisp margs too. I appreciated how welcoming and friendly the staff were. They made sure we had everything we needed and checked in. Highly recommend Cantina. We can't wait to go back!
Karen
Great food and drinks. Wonderful service. New location is lovely (although loud). Love that it is gluten free!!!
Food and drinks were great. We were sat at the worst table in the restaurant, next to the front door, meaning every party waiting for their table blocked our group from view. This caused our server to miss us for at least 10-15 minutes after we were sat. Once she came the night was great. Food and drinks came in a timely fashion. Also, being that temperatures are colder, we felt every breeze when the door opened. I kept my jacket and gloves on majority of the time which kinda dampened the experience. We asked to be moved but the hostess said it was a full house and there was nothing she could do. I do plan to return, I'll just wait until it's warmer out for a better experience.
My first time to Cantina, was in this building when it was Nation and really loved the transformation of the interior. The door host and our server were terrific, a very enjoyable experience!
The food was amazing. The steak was fork tender. The hot sauce was spicy and actually tasted really good too. The only issue was sitting at the bar and the door opening and closing with the cold weather. Would definitely recommend.
Cantina was great. Loved the new(er) space and the food was much better than I had recalled it being from several years ago (maybe I just have a poor memory). I'm so glad we tried it and we will definitely be back soon.
This is the ABSOLUTE BEST Mexican restaurant in Cincinnati. Period.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Since moving from Orlando, we have struggled to find high-quality Mexican food that we can trust. My wife is gluten-free which informs our decisions of where we can eat. Cantina is a gluten-free kitchen, so everything is safe. The food was delicious and made with pride. We were too hungry for pictures this round but we will be back. We had the guac and queso (with chorizo), the tacos, and the shrimp dish. Each dish was worth coming back for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Queso Fundido, Tres Leches Cake, Baja Fish Tacos
This little artisanal restaurant is a hidden gem. My husband and I rolled the dice and showed up on a Saturday without reservations. We were seated right away and given the best service (thanks Brittany!). Our drinks were phenomenal and this is saying something because I'm NOT a fan of tequila, however, I can get on board with a good mezcal drink and sister they have them! The menu was gluten free which is great for my hubby and the food had FLAVOR! If you get the chance, check this cozy little spot out for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My family and I recently visited Cantina to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. He was recently diagnosed with Celiac disease and he has missed eating Mexican food, his favorite. The experience we had at Cantina being a fully gluten free kitchen was amazing. The food was exceptional, the service was top notch and the atmosphere was perfect. To know that we could all order and share dishes with no concern of cross contamination was a relief. To see the look on my son's face to completely enjoy a meal out and love every bit was priceless. We will definitely be back, thank you to the team at Cantina to providing a safe gluten free environment, hopefully more restaurants will follow.
Food: 5
This was the best dining experience of my entire life. I have celiac disease and have never felt safer eating anywhere ever. It is an 100% gluten free kitchen. I even brought in my own dessert and the manager came over to make sure it was gluten free to ensure the restaurant never has had gluten in it. This sealed the deal for me. Seeing the thoroughness the staff made me never question my safety. I wanted to cry. The food was also wonderful, had so much flavor and options. The marg 13 was also amazing. I wish more restaurants would open like this. The manager and staff were wonderful. 10/10 am going back. No notes. Thank you for a life changing experience.
Food: 5
Everything about this place is amazing. The staff are amazing and the food is even better!
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Great food, smelled a little smoky inside if you're sensitive to that, but the food and service are top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter Rice
Food was awesome - got the carne asada. Fair pricing great service good food.
Top r restaurants I’ve been to in Cincy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Foods amazing. Staff's amazing. Never disappoints. Best Mexican food in town!!! And 100% gluten free?? Are you kidding? Absolutely splendid.
The food was fantastic- fresh and hit all the flavor notes! Crisp margs too. I appreciated how welcoming and friendly the staff were. They made sure we had everything we needed and checked in. Highly recommend Cantina. We can't wait to go back!
Great food and drinks. Wonderful service. New location is lovely (although loud). Love that it is gluten free!!!
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