What a major disappointment. I frequent mill street often during the summer time & always walk past the Cantina. My fiancée and I decided to stop in on a BEAUTIFUL Saturday evening. We were confused on why there was so many open tables when they had a concert at the warf with thousands of people. The staff was nice and on point… Anywho, we ordered our food & I can’t explain how underwhelming it was. I got the steak fajitas and my fiancée got the chicken fajitas. My steak was so tough I couldn’t even bite through it. All the food was so bland tasting and overall 100% underwhelming. Seems like everyone sits outside so it appears to be a “happening spot”. Typically I would assume it was an “off-day” but all those empty tables spoke volumes after my meal. I generally don’t complain, I’m very understanding and open minded, however, everything was just bad! It’s an absolutely phenomenal location, they have potential to corner the market but there is something wrong with the ownership.
0/10 recommend, would never return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Dani Drew
Amazing little corner spot! Inside and outside seating. The food is phenomenal and the service is great too! I dined solo this time but often bring my kids and hubs! It’s family friendly yet lively for adult entertainment too. Atmosphere is inviting and authentic, beautiful decor inside - it’s a whole vibe!
Highly recommend the guacamole and nachos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith
Barria tacos are 🔥. Margaritas are amazing and the atmosphere is pleasant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
bryce vallette
My friend and I went for an early dinner, we both got tacos which were all delicious, street corn was amazing, the salsas were great, and queso was good, however the house guac was so salty and spicy it was inedible and we got there during happy hour and asked about having happy hour drinks and then asked for margaritas assuming we were going to get happy hour prices since margaritas was on the happy hour options, the server was super nice, but apparently didn't realize about a menu change so then our margaritas were not happy hour priced, so we had to each pay more than expected which was not very happy about that, but would go back for the food alone and the outside seating is so nice with the view of the water.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Erica Forsman
Food and drinks were delicious. Get the Birra quesadillas. It was our servers recommendation and do not fail. Mia was amazing and so sweet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Dugan
Food is amazing but got a barría quesidilla instead of the birria tacos I ordered 😞 and also great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Koda Fabian
This was genuinely the worst dining experience ever. Our waitress made it a point not to make eye contact with me once during the entire meal. I don’t believe I did anything wrong but her behavior left me feeling uncomfortable. She seemed rushed to take our order, despite the restaurant being nearly empty, with only three occupied tables during a Saturday lunch (not a good sign). While she made eye contact with the rest of my family, she avoided looking at me entirely, which left me puzzled and feeling severely self-conscious.
The menu had no vegetarian options whatsoever, so I ordered the appetizer nachos as an entrée, asking them to hold the meat. This seemed fine at first since the menu listed roasted corn and beans as part of the dish. However, when my order arrived, I was shocked to find just three kernels of corn (not an exaggeration) and NO beans at all! How does that happen? The rest of the plate consisted of plain chips, a mound of jalapeños, and cheap American cheese mixed with sour cream. It was a disappointment, especially since we had already been served chips and salsa before the meal.
Meanwhile, our server spent most of her time laughing with her friends, ignoring us entirely. The bartender was equally disengaged, focused on changing the TV channel to his preference rather than paying attention to the guests, including a man sitting alone at the bar.
To make matters worse, the music was blaring full-volume RAVE music. In a Mexican restaurant? It was hard to focus on anything, adding to the discomfort.
By the end of the meal, I had barely touched my food, and for the first time ever, I almost didn’t ask for a to-go box. Ultimately, I did, because I hate wasting food, but we left feeling disgusted.
I would NEVER eat here again and would NOT recommend it to anyone!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jenny R
I was looking forward to trying this place since we were in the area. It wasn't crowded inside for a Sunday afternoon. The hostess then informed us that the kitchen ran out of food and they couldn't seat anymore people. I have never heard of this before so we went over to El Limon instead.
Chan Ali
The white peach margarita was delicious. The food was not flavorful, did they let the old chef go??? what they called pico de gallo was nothing but mushy chopped tomatoes. The service is nothing too write home about either. Left unsatisfied. Won't be back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Jen Darrah
Excellent margaritas (we got the cucumber jalapeño ones) and tacos (we got the shrimp and fish ones)! Complimentary chips and salsa was also served and everything tasted fresh and homemade! Will definitely be back.
Been wanting to come here for a while as the food looked pretty good in the pics, so I ubered here to also enjoy some margaritas. The quesadilla was very good. Staff act like they don't want customers there. The redhead bartender was cold, quick and far more interested in chatting with the gaggle of staff at the other end of the bar to notice when my drink was empty. I was the only one at the bar. Margarita sucked, so I got a beer. Food was served as I was putting a lime in said beer, so the girl placed the food under my arm on the edge of the bar. Got a broken bowel with the salsa. I left to have a couple drinks elsewhere and it was eloquently explained to me; this place has a terrible reputation.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Anthony Krupincza
Server was nice and we sat right down. However, I noticed something off almost right away. The place was less than half full and the staff seemed to have little to do. Staff were on their phones and one guy kept coming from out of the kitchen drinking twisted teas. I get a relaxed atmosphere, but this was very relaxed.
Food was mid at best and very basic. Birria tacos tasted more like beef stew. You do get your food quickly and they brings and salsa out right away. However, something is off with the management, as the service to the atmosphere seems too relaxed. I’m sorry but I don’t want to see staff drinking in the job and when we asked for something we would get some items and not others. For example we had appetizers and no plates. When asked it was forgotten by the food runner a few times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Tony Zambino
Had brisket enchiladas!it was good but the rice and beans weren't. The waitress was nice and very busy!I was very loud in there.It hurt my ears.It was louder than my 1000 hp hot rod with no mufflers.
What a major disappointment. I frequent mill street often during the summer time & always walk past the Cantina. My fiancée and I decided to stop in on a BEAUTIFUL Saturday evening. We were confused on why there was so many open tables when they had a concert at the warf with thousands of people. The staff was nice and on point… Anywho, we ordered our food & I can’t explain how underwhelming it was. I got the steak fajitas and my fiancée got the chicken fajitas. My steak was so tough I couldn’t even bite through it. All the food was so bland tasting and overall 100% underwhelming. Seems like everyone sits outside so it appears to be a “happening spot”. Typically I would assume it was an “off-day” but all those empty tables spoke volumes after my meal. I generally don’t complain, I’m very understanding and open minded, however, everything was just bad! It’s an absolutely phenomenal location, they have potential to corner the market but there is something wrong with the ownership.
0/10 recommend, would never return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Amazing little corner spot! Inside and outside seating. The food is phenomenal and the service is great too! I dined solo this time but often bring my kids and hubs! It’s family friendly yet lively for adult entertainment too. Atmosphere is inviting and authentic, beautiful decor inside - it’s a whole vibe!
Highly recommend the guacamole and nachos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Barria tacos are 🔥. Margaritas are amazing and the atmosphere is pleasant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I went for an early dinner, we both got tacos which were all delicious, street corn was amazing, the salsas were great, and queso was good, however the house guac was so salty and spicy it was inedible and we got there during happy hour and asked about having happy hour drinks and then asked for margaritas assuming we were going to get happy hour prices since margaritas was on the happy hour options, the server was super nice, but apparently didn't realize about a menu change so then our margaritas were not happy hour priced, so we had to each pay more than expected which was not very happy about that, but would go back for the food alone and the outside seating is so nice with the view of the water.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Food and drinks were delicious. Get the Birra quesadillas. It was our servers recommendation and do not fail. Mia was amazing and so sweet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is amazing but got a barría quesidilla instead of the birria tacos I ordered 😞 and also great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was genuinely the worst dining experience ever. Our waitress made it a point not to make eye contact with me once during the entire meal. I don’t believe I did anything wrong but her behavior left me feeling uncomfortable. She seemed rushed to take our order, despite the restaurant being nearly empty, with only three occupied tables during a Saturday lunch (not a good sign). While she made eye contact with the rest of my family, she avoided looking at me entirely, which left me puzzled and feeling severely self-conscious.
The menu had no vegetarian options whatsoever, so I ordered the appetizer nachos as an entrée, asking them to hold the meat. This seemed fine at first since the menu listed roasted corn and beans as part of the dish. However, when my order arrived, I was shocked to find just three kernels of corn (not an exaggeration) and NO beans at all! How does that happen? The rest of the plate consisted of plain chips, a mound of jalapeños, and cheap American cheese mixed with sour cream. It was a disappointment, especially since we had already been served chips and salsa before the meal.
Meanwhile, our server spent most of her time laughing with her friends, ignoring us entirely. The bartender was equally disengaged, focused on changing the TV channel to his preference rather than paying attention to the guests, including a man sitting alone at the bar.
To make matters worse, the music was blaring full-volume RAVE music. In a Mexican restaurant? It was hard to focus on anything, adding to the discomfort.
By the end of the meal, I had barely touched my food, and for the first time ever, I almost didn’t ask for a to-go box. Ultimately, I did, because I hate wasting food, but we left feeling disgusted.
I would NEVER eat here again and would NOT recommend it to anyone!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I was looking forward to trying this place since we were in the area. It wasn't crowded inside for a Sunday afternoon. The hostess then informed us that the kitchen ran out of food and they couldn't seat anymore people. I have never heard of this before so we went over to El Limon instead.
The white peach margarita was delicious. The food was not flavorful, did they let the old chef go??? what they called pico de gallo was nothing but mushy chopped tomatoes. The service is nothing too write home about either. Left unsatisfied. Won't be back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Excellent margaritas (we got the cucumber jalapeño ones) and tacos (we got the shrimp and fish ones)! Complimentary chips and salsa was also served and everything tasted fresh and homemade! Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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It was good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great birria tacos, very good margaritas
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Been wanting to come here for a while as the food looked pretty good in the pics, so I ubered here to also enjoy some margaritas. The quesadilla was very good. Staff act like they don't want customers there. The redhead bartender was cold, quick and far more interested in chatting with the gaggle of staff at the other end of the bar to notice when my drink was empty. I was the only one at the bar. Margarita sucked, so I got a beer. Food was served as I was putting a lime in said beer, so the girl placed the food under my arm on the edge of the bar. Got a broken bowel with the salsa. I left to have a couple drinks elsewhere and it was eloquently explained to me; this place has a terrible reputation.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Server was nice and we sat right down. However, I noticed something off almost right away. The place was less than half full and the staff seemed to have little to do. Staff were on their phones and one guy kept coming from out of the kitchen drinking twisted teas. I get a relaxed atmosphere, but this was very relaxed.
Food was mid at best and very basic. Birria tacos tasted more like beef stew. You do get your food quickly and they brings and salsa out right away. However, something is off with the management, as the service to the atmosphere seems too relaxed. I’m sorry but I don’t want to see staff drinking in the job and when we asked for something we would get some items and not others. For example we had appetizers and no plates. When asked it was forgotten by the food runner a few times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Had brisket enchiladas!it was good but the rice and beans weren't. The waitress was nice and very busy!I was very loud in there.It hurt my ears.It was louder than my 1000 hp hot rod with no mufflers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
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