The Alcove Cantina
$$ • Mexican, Bars, American
Hours:
119 E Main St, Round Rock
(512) 770-6745
About The Alcove Cantina
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The Alcove Cantina Reviews
Extremely slow service. Worst dining experience we’ve had over the past month of being in Round Rock/Austin. Waited 15 minutes for a chip refill, even though they brought our queso (nacho cheese). Left it sitting long enough to harden before they even acknowledged that we needed chips with it. Asked for lemons 5 times with my drink, waiter couldn’t speak English so he brought limes over and over. Took over 30 minutes to finally take our dinner order. I passed after the horrible...read full review
Extremely slow service. Worst dining experience we’ve had over the past month of being in Round Rock/Austin. Waited 15 minutes for a chip refill, even though they brought our queso (nacho cheese). Left it sitting long enough to harden before they even acknowledged that we needed chips with it. Asked for lemons 5 times with my drink, waiter couldn’t speak English so he brought limes over and over. Took over 30 minutes to finally take our dinner order. I passed after the horrible...read full review
Went to have dinner there on Friday .. Paid my bill and left. The bank reconciled just fine and the appropriate charge was on the statements. TODAY (5-7-2024) they charged another bill on my card. So either someone there (employee) has taken a copy of my card, or someone there (Manager) is committing fraud against customers. I have called and demanded a phone call from the manager, so far no call back.
As far as the food goes, several times we have been there and the...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 12AM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 12AM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 12AM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 12AM |
| Friday | 11AM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 11PM |
The Alcove Cantina is a lively Mexican restaurant that offers a diverse dining experience. During the day, customers can enjoy a peaceful meal in the indoor front bar or relax on the patio with live music. The patio is a nice-sized space where guests can order at the bar or have food delivered, creating a casual and comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant is known for its delicious Mexican cuisine, with many items being a delight. The margaritas are especially popular, with one reviewer praising the prickly pear margarita as delicious and refreshing. The service is often praised, with bartenders described as super nice and attentive, even when small issues with meals arise—they handle them promptly and politely. Happy hour deals include $3 wells and $5 house margaritas, making it an affordable place to enjoy drinks. In the evening, the atmosphere becomes lively and crowded, with a back area set up for live music and events like weddings. Overall, The Alcove Cantina is a great spot for Mexican food and drinks, perfect for a quick bite or a relaxing drink in the heart of downtown Round Rock.