La Cantina garners mostly positive notes for its flavorful Mexican fare and well crafted cocktails, with many reviewers praising meatier options like beef fillet, arrachera and brisket tacos, as well as ceviche and chicharron, and margaritas described as excellent; the ambiance is frequently described as nice and the staff friendly and attentive, especially during slower visits. However, several opinions mention small portions and occasional bland or underseasoned dishes such as some tacos or bowls, and prices that feel high for the size. Service quality is described as variable, with times of slow service, billing mistakes or miscommunication about promotions, and occasional delays during busy periods. Some reviewers note gluten free friendliness and a generally authentic vibe, while others feel the kitchen could improve consistency and focus on fresh flavors. Overall, La Cantina offers a solid, authentic Mexican dining experience with strong drinks and many tasty dishes, but results vary and improving portion size, consistency, and value would enhance the overall impression.
10-2024 : un peu décevant comme nourriture. Pris un quesadilla au poulet, très peu de poulet, fromage grillé limite brulé, crème sure & mayo comme accompagnement. Tacos dorés sont ordinaires. Prix un peu cher pour ces assiettes.
J'ai mangé 4 tacos dorés au brisket: assez ordinaire, la viande goûtait rien, il fallait mettre de la sauce dessus (déjà sur la table) pour avoir du goût ! En plus, ce ne sont pas des tacos mais des eggrols (pas en forme de tacos) & le fromage râpé dessus n'étais pas fondu car pas assez chaud ! & j'oubliais, une bouteille de bière ben ordinaire 10.00$ !
Oct 2, 2024
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La nourriture était bonne, mais sans plus. Mes tacos de poisson étaient vides & très sec. Pour le prix il n'y avait pas de sauce ni de trempette pour les accompagnés. Le goût était là par contre. Je recommande les chips avec la guacamole & les drinks. Les deux sont vraiment top. Beaucoup d'options végétariennes.
meats on the tacos were dry, the 9$ chicharron is store bought pig fat chips, no meat on it. its not very celiac friendly since they use the same fryer for everything.
Sep 8, 2024
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La nourriture à La Cantina était délicieuse, & le service, bien que correct, était un peu lent, surtout qu'il n'y avait que deux tables occupées, dont la nôtre. Malgré cela, les plats étaient excellents & je recommande vivement cet endroit. Les sauces, en particulier, étaient incroyables ! Je reviendrai sans hésitation.
Cadillac margarita was excellent. Guacamole, brisket tacos & chicken quesadilla's were all very good. I would recommend this casual Mexican with limited menu.
i think my friend just saw god. saw this place while walking around looking for a lunch place & had the best tacos of my life. i got the lunch combo (churros, tacos & soup for $24, a really fair price) with the duck tacos & almost ascended. the aztec soup was insanely good & the churros were amazing. the ambiance of the restaurant was so comfortable & well-designed as well; even the washroom was gorgeous. fast service & kind bartender :)
I'm not religious but I think I saw God today. My friend & I were passing by & went in on a whim because the place looked good from the outside, but we ended up having the best meal of our lives. We spent the whole meal staring at each other in shock. My neurons have rearranged themselves. I tend to be picky with my flavours but this place nailed the perfect mix of spiced yet flavoured. The fish tacos were the best I've ever had. I had to pause my meal to write this review. Even the water is better than other places. Idk if they filter it or SMT but bro 😩 Even the bathrooms are gorgeous I haven't tried the churros yet but I can smell SMT sweet from here & I'm excited, & from the reviews I'm assuming they're just as good.
Aug 30, 2024
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Felt very rushed. We were badly done our food & they were already coming to clear the table. It was not full at all. They also impose an 18% tip Would not go back
We were looking for a place to eat that could accommodate multiple dietary needs, & La Cantina did not disappoint. We had multiple gluten free meals & also a dairy free, & the food was great! Service was fast but not rushed. We are hoping to visit again before leaving the city.
Food is really good but a little expensive. Also, the menu is short, & there are not too many options. The ambiance is great, music at the perfect volume.
Aug 1, 2024
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The place is really nice, you'll have a good evening there. But the tacos de pastor are just a big no for me, they are everything but not tacos de pastor. The rest of the menu was good.
Good ambience & good service. Food was mostly flavourful. The side sauces are a nice touch. The drinks we got were all delicious. Only downside were the fried tacos. The beef inside was bland & the texture was not very pleasant. All in all an enjoyable experience!
Not my first time here & food is always amazing & quite authentic! The tacos dorados & churros are a chefs kiss 💫 bonus points for the cocktail choices
Service : même pas assis qu'on nous demande si l'on souhaite avoir du guacamole & des chips, une fois le bol de chips vidée vous êtes resservi sans demande & vous finissez votre repas avec 20 $ ajouté à la note. Reste du service pressant, votre assiette à peine vide qu'on vous la prend, & dans le même temps on vous demande de régler. Nourriture : Rapport quantité prix désobligeant, vous vous rendrez vite compte que votre plat ressemble plus à une entrée qu'autre chose, 4 quesadillas poulet pour 16 $. Il faut noter que au delà du prix & de la méthode frauduleuse de ce restaurants, la nourriture n'y est pas mauvaise, juste insuffisante.
