Cantina La Mexicana

247 Washington St, Somerville - 02143
152 reviews
Mexican
(617) 776-5232

Best Mexican food I’ve had for many years. Reminded me of authentic Tex-Mex! The margaritas, chips and guacamole were the best.

Just went in on a whim with my girlfriend and the experience was fantastic. They have refreshed the bar and the bartender had a great balance of classic and signature drinks. The food as well came out in great time and was delicious. Highly recommend you check it out.

No mask, employee belched in our face when speaking to us, spoke Spanish (thinking we couldn't understand) to cover for a mistake and outright lied to our face when called out. Food was decent but the staff makes this a no-go.

So glad to see this place is still here! Moved a little ways away a couple years ago and have missed it. Their patio out back is really cozy and their margaritas are as good (and strong) as I remember! Food was fast and tasty too.

Super great spot!! The tacos are very tasty perfectly sized and priced so you can try a couple at one sitting.?BUENA GENTE,BUENOS TACOS,BUENA VIDA!!! GRACIAS CANTINA LA MEXICANA!!???

The waitress swiped the customer‘s credit card without permission. Note that the waitress on the second floor changing tip amount by herself. When needed to pack, she only gave a lunch box no bag. In fact, the taste of food and decoration inside is average. It was a very poor experience.

Great margs and food for a good price. Great staff and a convenient location

I’m very disappointed. Asked for a burrito with guacamole, refried beans and all toppings EXCEPT for sour cream and Chile/spicy sauce. They got my order wrong , not once but twice. The first time they gave me a burrito with sour cream & Chile that I did not ask for. And no guac. I was already on my way home (I live 25 minutes away) and was LUCKY to have checked my burrito before driving too far. I had to turn the car back around to go back inside to have them remake the order. Once they remade the order, it was wrong AGAIN. It had NO PICO, NO GUAC, NOTHING but rice, beans and meat. I asked for refried beans, I got regular. I asked for pico- didn’t get any. I asked for guac. Didn’t get any of that either. ALL I GOT WAS RICE, BEANS AND MEAT, WRAPPED UP. NOTHING ELSE. Worst burrito ever. Why would I want rice, beans and meat wrapped up? With no other fillings? If I Wanted a plate of rice and beans, I would’ve gotten that instead. Not going back. Very simple order. The burrito was huge, but where is all the filling? The flavor of the beef wasn’t that great either. The only thing that was good was the steak nachos my bf got. Other than that, not happy. Check photo for reference of the rice beans and meat burrito. I found ONE tiny piece of tomato in my burrito. Where is everything else? Waste of money. To be honest, I would’ve went back but the guy who seems to run the place was not pleasant or friendly. I was not in the mood to deal with bad service or bad attitude. I’ve had a rough week. I sucked it up and threw the burrito out. I just won’t go back.Edit- to respond to the owner... you took my bfs order but didn’t write anything down. When I came back in with the wrong burrito , you rushed me and told “we got it”. I wasn’t able to communicate a single thing. And again, wrong order. Idk why he responded with a “gift card” offer. He doesn’t have my contact info. lol either way. Not going back. Learn to write down orders and LISTEN to the customer.

The waitress swiped the customer‘s credit card without permission. Note that the waitress on the second floor changing tip amount by herself. When needed to pack, she only gave a lunch box no bag. In fact, the taste of food and decoration inside is average. It was a very poor experience.

I'm trying to be a fair judge bc I'm a Texan who is generally pretty disappointed by texmex north of Texas.The food was fine and filling, but the salsa, chips, tortillas, beans, and marg were just a little 'off' and underwhelming. Good portions and not a bad meal, just nothing to write home about.+1star for our amazing server who was so kind and attentive! And very dog friendly patio seating!