Cantina 1948

13 S 2nd St, Temple
(254) 540-5544

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Serena Marie

My drinks were great- the Gorda margarita and my michelada! I got the Mexican Plate by Chuy which was a smorgasbord of tamales, chips and guacamole, dried beef and chicharones. The chicharones! Omg! I will be going back especially for that because it was so delicious! Crispy delicious pork nuggets haha.

Misty Mulholland

We visited to celebrate our 25th anniversary and this place did not disappoint. We had the chips and guacamole as an appetizer. For dinner I had the taco plate with beef and my husband had the nachos with beef. All of the food was delicious! We also tried the Aku Aku, La Kika Margarita, and the Beauty and Beast cocktails. They were all SO good. Every staff member we encountered, especially our waiter (Anthony??) were great. Would recommend over and over again!

Claudia Youngblood Trainum

Great place! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

Martin Villarreal

Great place great vibe definitely a must try

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa and Chips, Chicharron & Guacamole

Tricia Roberts

I’m so happy I just randomly chose this place on the map! It’s amazing!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Israel Renteria

Discovering this restaurant was like finding a little piece of Mexico far from home. Its regional Mexican cuisine is a true sensory experience: every dish is filled with authentic flavors that transport you straight to the streets and markets of Mexico.

But what truly steals the spotlight is their sweet tamal. Its fluffy texture and perfectly balanced sweetness make every bite a journey into the traditional flavors many of us grew up enjoying. It’s a heartfelt reminder of our grandmothers’ homemade recipes, filled with nostalgia and love.

The service also deserves a mention: warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing the richness of Mexican gastronomy. Without a doubt, this is a place to visit again and again. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an authentic connection to Mexico!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mexican Board by Chuy

Kristen Gunn

The food was amazing - spicy and delicious. Drinks were good, but the house margarita was a little too heavy on the sweet and sour. Everything had a beautiful presentation, and the vibes are 10/10.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa and Chips, Chile Con Queso & Chips

Mj Restaurants Inc Leon Leon

Best bar and restaurant in Temple, Texas!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tracy Bel

Best Mexican Martini's in Temple!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Martin Ramos

I didn’t know this place was here it’s super nice!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Nachos Cantina Supreme

GERRY PATTERSON

Weight staff pretty friendly and very attentive nice atmosphere will definitely go back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Patrick Finnegan

If you're looking for Mexican food that's not taqueria style, this is it. Food is very fresh and very good. Love the Pozole Verde. Great for a date or with family and friends. Well stocked bar, and service has been very good for us. Give it a shot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alejandro Franch

Great food. I ordered the tortilla soup and it’s the best one I’ve had. Our server was great as well!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren Warren

**Room for Growth**

While this new restaurant has quickly gained attention for its vibrant ambiance and impressive selection of alcoholic beverages, the food menu leaves much to be desired. The cocktail and wine options are diverse and expertly crafted, providing a great experience for those looking to enjoy drinks with friends. However, the quality of the food, particularly outside of the seafood offerings, does not justify the price point. Many of the dishes lack the flavor and refinement expected, especially given the restaurant's premium pricing. With improvements to the quality and consistency of the non-seafood items, this spot could become a much more well-rounded dining destination. We ordered: Chips and Queso/Salsa, 3 Tacos Plate, Chicken Nachos, Pineapple Ceviche, Skinny Margs w/ Lalo and the Top Shelf Margarita.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Mango Ceviche, Side Guacamole

Ben Davis

Mr Thomas made me a delicious dryer classic margarita. The ceveche mixto was very good. If I'm ever back in the area I'll def come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

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