The Cantina

4 reviews

(919) 832-4541

3011 Hillsborough St
Raleigh, NC 27607 35.7895 -78.6764

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Neighborhood: University

Hours:

Wed-Sat 5pm-2am

Last updated 9.11.08

Category:

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Nightclubs, Bars & Clubs

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Cash, Visa, MasterCard

What People Are Saying About The Cantina

Featured Review

Contributor

In Short – Imagine a fraternity house complete with the sagging sofas and lingering odor of beer. Install a bare-bones bar, make sure the wood floors are nicely scarred and that the air-conditioning is broken. Forget about decoration. Who needs art when you've got beer? Go for the cheap bottomless cup--plastic, of course--or an inexpensive monster draft. For a change of pace get jiggy with some Jell-O shooters or an ultra-affordable Cape Cod.

Editor's Tips

Know Before You Go:: This crowd, namely NC State and Meredith students, doesn't come here for the cuisine. They don't come here for the conversation or to sip Chardonnay or to impress a first date. And when Mom and Dad come for a weekend visit, the Cantina is likely not part of the Hillsborough Street tour.

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User Reviews (4)

07/27/11

Another Bad Meal

by LUVNROSE at Citysearch

No matter how nice the decor is or even the server, if you can't deliver well made food the restaurant will not survive. The quacamole was outstanding so naturally I was looking forward to my Carne Asada entree. Very disappointing! I could not even chew it, tough like Michelin tires. Two friends with me were not so excited about their entrees either. PLEASE improve the cooking!

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07/18/11

Best Mexican in Wake County!

by luvefood at Citysearch

I loved this place! Mexican is definitely my favorite, and these authentic dishes have no competition within a 50 mile radius. The guacamole made at my table was incredible. Cantina has an upscale feel and presentation but reasonably priced. My wife and I will be regulars here. Service was great, decor is cool. Finally, GOOD Mexican food that's not ready before you order it.

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