La Cantina
Mexican · Mese
Über La Cantina
At La Cantina, we're all about good times and great food. Our unpretentious Mexican, Tex-Mex, and American comfort-food menu is designed to bring people together, whether you're grabbing a bite with friends or meeting new ones over margaritas at our bar. We're proud of our lively atmosphere, where T...
At La Cantina, we're all about good times and great food. Our unpretentious Mexican, Tex-Mex, and American comfort-food menu is designed to bring people together, whether you're grabbing a bite with friends or meeting new ones over margaritas at our bar. We're proud of our lively atmosphere, where TVs and DJ tunes keep the energy high and the vibes relaxed. Our customers rave about our delicious food, saying we truly deliver on flavor and value. Come taste the difference for yourself - enjoy a mouth-watering plate of our famous quesadillas or savor a refreshing margarita on our patio, where you can soak up the Mese sun.
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La Cantina is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, great service (especially from Diego and Alexa), and delicious Mexican food. Customers rave about the tacos, nachos, and margaritas, as well as the live music and cool decor. Some find the drinks pricey.
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Tip: Visit on Tuesdays for amazing tacos, margaritas, and live music, or take advantage of their specials Mondays-Thursdays. Be aware that drink prices aren't always listed.
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The best drinks in Clifton, food is amazing , Diego made the best margarita that I have tried !!!! Thank u 💯 % recommended
The best Mexican food in New Jersey is 100% recommended family atmosphere, attention is very good, attentive and friendly waiters.
This place is AMAZING !!!! The food, the service, the atmosphere - all 10/10! I came here for my mom’s birthday dinner and she was so impressed. There are SO many drink options, one better than the next! My server, Diego, was a gem. He took care of us from the moment we walked in to the second we left. He was so kind, attentive & generous. We didn’t know that there was karaoke happening but all of a sudden, a VERY talented woman started singing. She was SO much fun and SUCH A GOOD SINGER! LOVEDDDDD my experience here!!! Karaoke is a blast. GO CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!
We came in for a late lunch today our waiter who was the only one there I forgot his name was wonderful. The food was fast and hot . The salsa was amazing. We bothered our waiter a lot and he was just so sweet. Will be coming back
The food here is excellent and the service as well. They have a solid spicy paloma. The place is small and a bit tight but the food and drinks make up for it. Check it out if you want some good Mexican eats and tequila drinks!
This place is AMAZING. I'm so glad I looked it up and saw that they have really good reviews. It's not just me! First, the food and the margaritas are ridiculously good. Also, they're so nice and fun. It's very casual and the decor is a little crazy, but after a couple margaritas, it's more fun than crazy.
We stopped in this cozy restaurant and had an amazing meal. My wife had the fish and vegetarian tacos and loved them. I had the tamales and they were the best I've had in years. The margaritas were tasty too. I highly recommend this place.
Diego is the best server he makes amazing margaritas and is always kind and doting he has been my server twice now I LOVE DIEGO!!!
I tried this place for the first time tonight (7/22/25) Diego was my waiter/ bartender. He was amazing. Great energy in this place and the food and drinks were very good. Also very affordable.
We went there accidentally on karaoke night and were not disappointed. The food was great, the drinks were giant, and the service was delightful.
My Experience at the cantina was exceptional!!!! The food, the service is great! these recent negative reviews are are so false ! go and see for yourself!!!!
Great service! Thank you to our server, Diego, for making it an amazing experience for my daughter and me.
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The margaritas and the churrasco came out amazing, waiter was fast and friendly, great family atmosphere
The atmosphere of the place is incredibly fun and vibrant. We went on a slower day and there was only one person working both bar and floor but even so, the service was still perfect and food came out incredibly quick. The star of the show had to be the “gringos” al pastor flour tacos. They were so flavorful and juicy and everything was just wonderful! Will absolutely be coming back in the future.
Great food, great drinks, Amazing Service, beautiful decorations, it’s a total vibe. Can’t miss it !
Ok so the atmosphere was solid mostly because of the singer. She was awesome but only around some days. I wasn't blown away by the beef, chicken flautas good. The Guac Appetizer was a little great but quantity too little for what they charge. The sauces were on point. I didn't enjoy dinner, appetizers and drinks were the purpose of the visit but I will be back to enjoy a good meal. The classic margaritas made with top shelf tequila. I can appreciate that!!
Great food and atmosphere. The owner Johanna was super frendly and she checked on us and refilled our drinks multiple times!!! We will definitely be back!
Thomas you rock!!!!! Had such an amazing fun time here!!! Food and drinks were exceptional so glad I found this place. I most definitely will be coming back
Never would I ever expect to walk into a bar in Clifton, and be immersed in a most beautiful engaging time whether there is a group of people or one person in the bar, the bartender Diego makes sure he is engaging and focused into the Individual success of the customer experience as I say this I think to myself every drink I had had the same taste, but an intricate garnish to make sure that I felt very, very welcomed and appreciated and to individualized my experience in this bar deserves to be in the city. however, I’m grateful for where it is Walking distance from my house as it would not be appreciated in such a place as New York or even here but it was so much more than a commercial idealism like a big cute but it was giving local bar on loving levels with a vessel to take you on a journey IF YOU ALLOW IT You will find Diego
I love coming here weekly or biweekly for their drinks. A $13 margarita is going to have you feeling reeeallllyyy good or if you don’t drink often, it’ll mess you up a bit. The host is always super nice and they go out of their way to ensure you are okay and make it home safely. They do karaoke or have entertainment available. Their food always comes out great and their $1 tacos on Monday and Tuesday are worth it. I recommend this place to everyone. Get the fried ice cream if they have it!!
Diego is my favorite server!!! He's awesome and took very good care of me and my daughter ❤ 💕.... looking forward to seeing you again real soon
I came in the early afternoon so it was quiet but I bet it is more fun at night. I can't tell if it's authentic or not, but enjoyed my Margarita Perfect Patron and Fish Tacos. The waiter, and also the bartender was cute and hospitalized. Heard that they also have live music tho. surely will come back to experience the atmosphere.
Thomas was an excellent host and it was great food. Those birria tacos were amazing!! Go to this place!!
Had a great time on a Thursday night at this place. My date ordered beef empanadas as an appetizer. They come as a pair (2 per order). We shared them, and they were surprisingly good! The ground beef inside was moist, juicy, and well-seasoned, and the outside was crunchy--probably fried. So yummy, we placed an extra order on our way out so we could have some for the next day. For the main course, I ordered chicken fajitas and my date ordered fajitas supreme, which came with chicken, beef, and shrimp if I'm not mistaken. Both orders came with a plate of yellow rice, baked pinto beans, sour cream, guacamole, tomatoes, and soft flour tortillas. The chicken itself was well-seasoned, sizzling hot, and cooked with sautéed onions and green peppers. I was very pleased with the taste and portion size, especially for the price. Throughout all this, I was sipping from a frozen margarita, which was $8.50. I elected not to choose a flavor, which would've upped the price by a dollar. The margarita was very tasty. Not too sweet, not too sour, and at first sip, not watered down. (By the end I couldn't taste the alcohol, but that's probably due to my getting used to the taste rather than it being watered down.) Best of all, this thing was larger than the size of my fist. Lasted me the entire date. The restaurant had a great atmosphere. There's a bar area out front, and table seating in the back. The place wasn't too loud, and the walls are essentially murals. The ceiling is glittery, and string lights hang everywhere. Bathroom was clean and pretty (also painted!). Servers were attentive and friendly. Food didn't take too long to come out, sizes were medium-large, and prices were reasonable! Overall I really enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service here, and would definitely come back. 10/10!
The bar tender/waiter/all-in-one was absolutely lovely. He did a fantastic job. The molcojete was exceptional. The skirt steak entree was definitely not 16oz, but it was delicious. The al pastor nachos were refreshing! Great people watching! Super fun restaurant.
I went for my son's birthday, it was spectacular, and since I was very fascinated by the service, I passed my experience on to my friends and personally took my friends, they loved it, and I will continue to invite others so they can see that my experience is real. Very clean and the services was in my expectation, the waitress was fantastic, they are very excellent with customers, I fully recommend it ! 5🌟
It was our first time there and we were welcome by Alexa as she cracked a joke on me. It was the most welcoming we have had anywhere. Her service was extraordinary, dealt with our husbands who kept changing their minds about what to order with such professionalism and carisma. She recommended amazing margaritas and food. If you get the chance to have her as your server you should. I would recommend this spot for their service, drinks and their churrasco. I will be sure to return. Rosa
I was craving Mexican and my husband just looked up local spots with good ratings. It was our first time. Our server, Tom, was amazing in his recommendations and we took his word. The food and drinks were delicious. The owner was incredibly nice too and she told us about all the fun stuff that happens during the week. Will definitely be back!!
We came here just before Halloween and the place was decorated so cool! The vibes were super fun, the service was fast and efficient, and the food was absolutely delicious. Everything came out fresh and tasty. Definitely a spot I’d come back to!
La Cantina Mexicana is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the warm, lively atmosphere made us feel right at home. The décor is colorful and authentic, and the music sets the perfect mood for a fun night out. The food was outstanding, every dish was bursting with flavor. The tacos al pastor were perfectly seasoned, and the enchiladas were rich and comforting. Their guacamole tasted super fresh, and the margaritas were easily some of the best I’ve had; strong, tangy, and made with real lime juice.
Amazing place! Love the inside decor. Always a great time! Sometimes too great 😊 I come here often (years) and a regular. Drinks are always consistent and so is the food! Great vibes and the staff😍. Don’t have enough words for how great the owner, Joanna is and Juan the bartender, cooks and other staff. Such a great gem. Don’t hesitate just go!
Diego is an outstanding bartender! From the moment I sat down, he made me feel welcome and taken care of. He’s personable, attentive, and really knows how to make a great drink. If you’re at La Cantina Mexicana definitely ask for Diego. He’ll make sure you have an amazing experience!
Diego was amazing! He took such great care of us all night—super attentive, friendly, and made the best drinks. He made us feel welcome right away and kept the vibe fun and relaxed. You can tell he really knows his craft and enjoys what he does. Thank you, Diego, for making our night even better—we’ll definitely be back to see you!
It was great! The music and food. Ate most the food before it can be snapped lol. Went to celebrate a close friend’s birthday ! Price for drinks aren’t online or in person. It’s definitely a risk it situation. But they are really good! Gratuity is included but the staff is great so don’t mind. Would return!
It was my first time visiting here. It was an amazing experience!.🤩 You must try the frozen margaritas. 🍸The customer service was outstanding.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 While at the bar "Alexa" was very attentive to all out needs and making sure we had the best experience ever! I would definitely come back soon! I'm gonna recommend this place to my family and friends!💃🏻
Place is the best. Best Mexican food around for miles. Drinks are fire. Expensive though. But service is great. People are friendly and accommodating. They do karaoke a lot and a lot of talented people come out to sing. Nice wall murals. Parking is street parking as you’re not supposed to use the parking lots across the street. Awesome place overall.
1000000/10 el mejor restaurante en todos los aspectos desde el baño hasta las atenciones todo demasiado bien y no es nada caro
Great spot for tacos! Food was delicious, Service was great, 10/10 Definitely coming back.
Great spot for tacos! food was delicious, Service was great, 10/10 Definitely coming back.
Great spot for tacos! Food was delicious, service was great, 10/10 Definitely coming back.
Great spot for tacos! Food was delicious, Service was great, 10/10 Definitely coming back.
The food was soo good! Nachos were our favorite and we were stuffed after eating. The ambience is so cool. Live DJ and the art on the walls are nice! The service is quick and they all of the staff …
La cantina is the spot!!!!! Shoutout to Diego who is the \nultimate addition to any table The $1 taco are worth every cent ‼
Best Service by Alexa !!! Margaritas were awesome Best Margaritas in Town ... hands down recommend 100% live music Great food
my favorite place to go on a Tuesday!\namazing tacos, margaritas and live music.\nbest bartender and server Diego A1 service !!!
Food is really good! Forget those negative reviews they are grumps!\nGreat environment, perfect for families, good prices! Their specials Mondays- Thursdays are amazing!
First time coming here and was blown away! Ordered chicken nachos, steak quesadilla and a chicken burrito, everything was absolutely amazing. Will definitely be coming back!
I had a fantastic dining experience at Cantina Clifton. Our server Diego was very friendly and made great recommendations for Taco Specials. He made our dining experience very pleasant and I look fo…
I had a fantastic dining experience at Cantina Clifton. Our server Diego was very friendly and made great recommendations for taco Specials. He made our dining experience very pleasant and I look …
I had a fantastic dining experience at Cantina Clifton. Our server Diego was very friendly and made great recommendations for Taco Specials. He made our dining experience very pleasant and I look …
It was my first time visiting La Cantina but my boyfriend has been to the spot before, years ago during their famous happy hour. He would go after work with his friend so we’ve decided to go after running errands, the Friday before cinco de mayo. We celebrated cinco de tres😅The service was spectacular, the chips were hot and fresh, the guacamole needed more onions and cilantro. The chicken nachos were delicious! My drink could’ve been stronger but they took care of ya girl with extra tequila on the side! Imma visit again during Happy Hour & Taco Tuesday.
Food is very tasty and spicy! Very authentic, would go again for the yummiest food!! Lots of veggie options!! But the service is usually borderline bad, They intentionally diss people who talk english, seem as if they don’t understand english! They usually come once after giving food, don’t pay attention! They could use hospitality or learn from nearby restaurants! Don’t expect a tip guys!
Decent food and ambience. Good service. Lovely music. We went on a Friday evening at 7.30pm and the place was almost empty and silent. After 8.15 pm only I saw people started coming. The place became lively after that. Overall, this a good place for a hang out with friends for drinks and food. Note: If you do not want a sheet of cheese on top of your food then please let them know while ordering.
When I arrived I parked in the street nearby. I walked in and was greeted. I was there to meet friends. The place is super colorful and big. They have a good happy hour so ordered with Diego at the bar. I ordered the chicken tacos and red sangria and Diego made it to my liking. When the tacos came out I dug in and it was very good. It was flavored nice. Of course since it was happy hour the bill was very affordable. I had a good experience.
Service was polite, but the food did not meet expectations. Although prepared quickly, the chicken enchilada was extremely dry and lacked flavor. \n\nWas turned off by the $2 charge for what are …
service was polite, but the food did not meet expectations. Although prepared quickly, the chicken enchilada was extremely dry and lacked flavor. \n\nWas turned off by the $2 charge for what are ge…
Service was polite, but the food did not meet expectations. Although prepared quickly, the chicken enchilada was extremely dry and lacked flavor. \n\nWas turned off by the $2 charge for what are ge…
Got food to go, and it was prepare quickly and nicely separated out for ease of travel and then later assembly. I got the enchiladas, which were very cheesy and full of steak and accompanied by a…
Much too loud to sit and enjoy yourself buy gold take out! Delicious dip and drinks . I'd definitely try out .
drinks and food are both pretty good. Plenty of street parking. Ive heard a few negative's about this place but most experiences have been ok. Service cb improved. Might be lack of training. Howeve…
Great vibe here, drinks and food were both good and service was awesome, can't wait to come back
The happy hour deals on Mondays and Tuesday are unbeatable. I like the simplicity of the tacos and the margaritas were delicious. The portions for the tacos are definitely small so I would defini…
Meh...really wanted to like this spot. But it's inconsistent, expensive, and the staff are nice but disinterested.
Went there because when I called earlier in the day was told they were having Karaoke that night starting at 9:00 pm. I got there around 8 pm and was ordered dinner. My dinner was finished and was w…
Cool place with nice people but so so food. The garlic shrimp was a bit fishy and not very tasty. The Tinga tacos were bland and the chicken was dry. The fajitas were pretty solid. Maduros were very nice. $25 for a margarita though?!? No wonder the drink menu has no prices. Plus they have the nerve to automatically add a tip for a table of 2 and charge a 2.75% credit card fee. I'm sure some people eat and don't tip, but I'll bet a lot more double tip because they don't notice the 18% automatically added.
The food was wonderful. Unfortunately, I also had a gentleman server who was non-existent on his phone. Almost the entire time dropped one of my corn on the cobs, and was told that he could do nothing about it
We went on sat at 1 pm. Olga was an amazing server. Gracious and knowledgeable. The fish tacos were not good and over fried and too thin. The chicharrones were dry. My chicken incheladas were ok . The drinks were good, but that’s expected. We were pretty taken back by the reviews in the quality of the food, but we understand it is what it is.
Food was good but portions were really small. We ordered nacho plater with steak. Small portion and we had to ask for extra Nachos as there wasn't enough on plater. Also ordered the fried calamari even smaller portion.
The food was decently priced, good portions. The food was decent. The classic margarita was good. We got the flautas, was crispy, i felt it was too dry. The burrito my bf ate he said it was good. The taco was good and good portion but got charged $3 extra for sour cream. No chips brought to the table. The place and food just needs a little more TLC. The staff was nice.
I recently visited this restaurant for the first time on the recommendation from friends, who advised going only when the establishment is not busy. According to them, service tends to decline under …
I’m a little disappointed with my meal. The food came out quick, but was lukewarm. The chimichanga was alright/good but the side of rice and beans were just not good. First time in my life i didn’t finish my food at a restaurant. Atmosphere was good though, they had those tables i look for in a mexican place. The food just didn’t quite hit.
I was here today with my daughter & ,fiancé. Where were the only ones in the restaurant. The waiter didn’t come to see if we wanted anymore drinks. Didn’t even come to check on us at all.The portions of the food got way smaller. I bin coming here for years. I am not getting ripped off for little food. To be expensive.i will be coming back. It’s a shame it use to be my spot.
My husband and I LOVE a Good Mexican spot but this won’t be one of our faves. The first red flag was the dirty table in such a empty restaurant. Then towards the back the flies are a problem.The waitress is Absolutely Amazing but the cook came out looking very unsanitary. My theory is if the Nachos are Amazing so will the food. The nachos were so bland and soaked in grease. We asked for beef and got a sloppy version of chopped down steak. There was No Flavor to it and the tortillas were burnt. Not enough for two how they usually come and wasn’t filling. Even the jalapeños were bland. The salt and pepper was no justice. We had to feature to place a order and ended up canceling to avoid further disappointment
At 12:30 PM, lunchtime we were the only people there. We had to order our food at the bar because the bartender was also waiting tables. The taco salad I ordered had absolutely no flavor. We ordered two mojitos that were $18 each. Maybe it was my mistake but I don't remember seeing a price for mojitos on the cocktail menu. At most restaurants these are $9. Lunch or two people ended up being $100. The waiter/bartender was incredibly friendly but this was not worth $100.
Had a taste for some enchiladas, so I stopped by on a Friday afternoon. The place was completely empty I was the only person there. I ordered the steak enchiladas and two chicken enchiladas, which came with rice and beans. Unfortunately, the food was very bland with no real flavor. I also ordered chips and salsa (which I didn’t even see on the menu) and was charged extra $2 for a tiny bowl of salsa that didn’t taste great. The service was just “blah”—nothing memorable or welcoming. Maybe I caught the cook on an off day, but overall the enchiladas tasted more like quesadillas with sauce on top. This Did Not Taste Like Real Mexican Food To Me I won’t be back.
First time ever writing a review and first time in 30 years got charged 50.00 for one drink. Partially my fault because there's no prices on the drink menu... It's a big scam. My wife and I like to…
The service was horrible I sat down for 30 min and watch other people get there food before me, and no one cared this place is horrible
The food was terrible. Beans soupy. chicken burrito was not good chicken was fatty and not good tasting. We didn't eat our food. The best thing was the chips that we paid for
Staff was unfriendly, almost dismissive. I ordered a water and rec’d a luke-warm bottle of poland spring for $2. The bill adds a convenience charge’- what is that? food was fine- nothing special.
staff was unfriendly, almost dismissive. I ordered a water and rec’d a luke-warm bottle of poland spring for $2. The bill adds a convenience charge’- what is that? Food was fine- nothing special.
Staff was unfriendly, almost dismissive. I ordered a water and rec’d a luke-warm bottle of poland spring for $2. The bill adds a convenience charge’- what is that? Food was fine- nothing special.
Take a look at the receipt , they over charged for everything. We noticed afterwards $95 for each mega margarita . I called the restaurant a week later and asked about the price for the mega margarita and the lady didn’t know what to say. Then she said only the manger can tell you the price. If you ever go always compare the price on the receipt from the menu. This place is a complete rip-off. They take advantage of people when they are drinking and having fun.
Being a Saturday night, I can understand we had to wait for a table close to 15 minutes. But to wait for 20 minutes for our dinner plates, I don't agree with. 1. The appetizers, though good were small in quantity for 3 people. 2. Two of our party member ordered soup that took 20 minutes to serve and the Tortilla soup was too salty. 3. When the main dish can out, my rice was cold, though the skirt steak was delicious. No asked if everything is fine and never asked for drink refills. 4. Asked for more tortilla chips since our dinner was delayed and never got them. 5. Music wad too loud to have a talking conversation with someone next to you. You can decide if you want to go, but for me, this will be my last time there.
Ordered a DoorDash order of the pollo asado and the chicken came raw. I called the restaurant to let them know but they didn’t seem to be understanding that this is a serious food safety issue that could cause illness. I called the restaurant to let them know, but their response was not very apologetic and they only offered a free dish for next time. While I appreciate the gesture, my bigger concern was to communicate this so that they understand the gravity of serving raw chicken and take steps to prevent this from happening again. Food safety should never be overlooked.
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709 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013
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