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Cantina Mexican Grill & Bar is a vibrant Bar & Grill in Tampa, FL, serving up authentic Mexican flavors with a twist. Our Tex-Mex inspired menu features a range of delicious dishes, from classic tacos and burritos to innovative fusion creations. Pair your meal with a refreshing cocktail or craft beer from our extensive drink selection. Whether you're in the mood for a casual lunch or a lively night out with friends, our friendly staff and lively atmosphere make us the perfect destination. Join us for a flavorful experience that will leave you feeling like you're south of the border!

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Cantina Mexican Grill & Bar serves authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Reviewers rave about the flavorful dishes, generous portions, and attentive service. While some mention inconsistent food quality, most agree that the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and extensive menu make it a great spot for casual dining and social gatherings.

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Yelp: 4.2/5

Google Reviews: 4.1/5

TripAdvisor: 4.0/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.5/5

Zomato: 3.9/5

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Destineé Spruell
Destineé Spruell -Google user
9 months ago
The tacos were the best thing order hands down. I especially loved the Taco Pastor. We aren’t huge cheese people so the quesadilla was a bit much. The chalupa was great. It was big and messy with awesome toppings. For $23 this was an absolutely...Read More
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, Tacos Pastor
Mr. Travel Fox
Mr. Travel Fox -Google user
a year ago
Nice neighborhood restaurant. They have a bar with 8-10 beers on draft. That is remarkable. Food is ok. Fajitas were good. Burrito is a monster. They also have a vegetarian section on the menu. Interior design is a bit sterile but they try hard to...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 3Cantina Smothered Chicken, Chips and SalsaSomewhat recommendVegetarian menu or sectionThere is a vegetarian section on the menu.Plenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingEasy strip mall ParkingAccessible!
Sumonmas Phamornsuwan
Sumonmas Phamornsuwan -Google user
a week ago
We love their taco Tuesday deal. The food was great. The services were just okay.
Atmosphere: 4
Joyce H Myrick
Joyce H Myrick -Google user
4 months ago
I was invited to lunch by a friend to Cantina. I didn't know what to expect. The restaurant is in a strip mall, so my expectations were low. I was WRONG! The service was amazing, the food was excellent, and I was put to shame for being...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot
Celtic SkyWoman
Celtic SkyWoman -Google user
6 months ago
Here by recommendation while purchasing a phone. As soon as i walked in it smelled incredible ! Ordered the chicken with rice & some delicious tacos. Excellent service & delicious food. Will return with my other half -:)* Update ♥️ We were here last night...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, Burrito, Tacos Pastor
Foxy Valin
Foxy Valin -Google user
5 months ago
He was amazing better than I expected. The margaritas are so good and just be careful cause it taste like juice so you’re not gonna realize how much alcohol is in there. The servers are amazing and will work with you. Overall an amazing experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Deborah Bland
Deborah Bland -Google user
4 months ago
My new favorite Mexican restaurant. I had the chimichanga dinner with shredded beef. Delicious! Decor and atmosphere is upbeat and fresh, like the food! Try it yourself!
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, Guacamole Ranchero
Neena Ramjit
Neena Ramjit -Google user
9 months ago
Pretty decent Tex-Mex food compared to others in the area. The salsa and chips was very tasty and my boyfriend enjoyed his taco plate with rice and beans. My only complaint is that my quesadilla fajita was falling apart; the flavors was good but it...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 4Chips and Salsa, QuesoPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Victoria Delgado Hishmeh
Victoria Delgado Hishmeh -Google user
9 months ago
My family and decided to try this mexican restaurant that was close to home. The portion was good for the price. The was good as well. I just wish they had horchata and a spicier salsa
Atmosphere: 3
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A -Google user
a year ago
My husband and I love this place. The chimichanga beef and the steak chimichanga are great, but what really shines through is the rice and refried beans. I never cared for refried beans until I tasted these (I always left it out of my food....Read More
Take outDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
ducklul
ducklul -Google user
a year ago
Had a fantastic meal at Cantina Mexican Bar and Grill! I ordered the beef and cheese tacos and was pleasantly surprised that just two filled me up. Each bite was packed with flavor. The beef was deliciously seasoned, and the salsa was truly outstanding, striking...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4Chips and SalsaHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selection, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishesSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lot
Marie Mathews
Marie Mathews -Google user
a week ago
The food is so consistently bad, my husband and I have sworn off ever going back. The only reason we ever went back to begin with was out of extreme time constraints. Also, the reason they don’t have drink menus is because they don’t have...Read More
Atmosphere: 3
Yasaman Pakdaman
Yasaman Pakdaman -Google user
a month ago
The food was great, server is great even she is new she is nice, but the manager’s behavior was extremely rude. I ordered a dish and assumed it came with rice. The server, who was new, didn’t inform me that the rice was an additional...Read More
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Marcia Lichtenstein
Marcia Lichtenstein -Google user
4 weeks ago
Vegetable burrito was pathetic. They upcharge without notice. No beans or rice , vegetables greasy. The sauce tasted like jarred spaghetti sauce. The server spoke little English and was difficult to understand. There’s an odd smell when you enter....Read More
Atmosphere: 2
Vanessa Leikvoll
Vanessa Leikvoll -Google user
a month ago
My boyfriend and I went here tonight for the first time and WOW. So good. I got the chicken yucateco plate and he got a burrito… it came out fast, portions were awesome, and it was all delicious. Highly highly recommend.
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4Chips and Salsa, BurritoHighly recommendVegetarian menu or sectionFree parking lot
Niq Moody
Niq Moody -Google user
4 weeks ago
Overall food is okay I definitely felt uncomfortable coming inside with my friend felt the energy as well the staff started at us at the door before coming up to greet was empty restaurant. I asked for queso instead of salsa. After leaving out (to...Read More
Take outDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 1
Charles Bevis
Charles Bevis -Google user
4 months ago
We live right around the corner from Cantina and go there at least once a week. Last night was the first time we were really disappointed. The waitress was prompt and friendly but spoke minimal English. Our drinks, chips and salsa arrived quickly and our...Read More
Atmosphere: 4
M. Keith Fox
M. Keith Fox -Google user
2 weeks ago
Okay they have redeemed themselves must have been just a bad night bad waitress didn't see her there this time. Had a birthday party for 10 people everything was fabulous everyone said the food was great. The waitress could not speak English and answered everything with...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4Moderate noise3-4 people, 9+ peopleNo waitIndoor dining area
blue
blue -Google user
2 months ago
The price on an order of tacos didn’t make sense till I saw the items that were included in the package - a box of tacos, same size box of rice and a medium sized container of beans. I have no idea why the size...Read More
Take out$10–20Food: 3
Kelly
Kelly -Google user
2 weeks ago
Went with a group of 10 cyclists and the food was good. I’ve been here before but it’s been a while. Clean, good food and good service.
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 4Reservations not requiredIndoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating, Counter seating

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