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Cabo Cantina
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Cabo Cantina
7.8
This party-centric cantina near the Promenade serves mega margaritas and late-night tacos until 2am daily. Known for its 2-for-1 happy hours and raucous atmosphere, it's where beach vibes meet border-town energy with affordable street tacos and bottomless specials.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Tacos, Fish Tacos with Habanero Sauce, Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 7.5
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: 36oz Mega Margaritas and kitchen open until 2am every night
Who should go: Party crowds and late-night bar hoppers
When to visit: Late night happy hour after 10:30pm
What to order: Street tacos trio, mega margarita, nachos
Insider tip: Taco Tuesday all-you-can-eat for $9.99
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Public lots $8-15, metered street parking until 8pm, Uber recommended for drinking
Dress code: Come as you are - beach casual to bar attire all welcome
Noise level: Loud - especially after 10pm, shouting distance for conversation
Weekend wait: 30-45 min after 9pm, walk-ins only
Weekday lunch: Immediate seating until 8pm
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - bean & cheese options, veggie quesadillas, chips & guac
Vegan options: Very limited - modify bean tacos without cheese/sour cream
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas available, but cross-contamination likely
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal - too loud and party-focused. Better for groups or established couples looking to let loose
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes - they don't take reservations. First come, first served with bar seating usually available
Is it kid-friendly? Before 9pm only. After that it's 21+ and definitely adult party atmosphere
Best For
Better for: Latest food service in the area (2am), cheapest margaritas by volume, best Taco Tuesday deal
Skip if: You want authentic Mexican, quiet conversation, or craft cocktails - try Mercado instead
Cabo Cantina
7.7
This high-energy Mexican cantina delivers both hot wings and buffalo chicken wings alongside their famous 2-for-1 happy hour that runs seven days a week. The party atmosphere and mega margaritas make it a prime destination for groups looking to combine wings with festive drinks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Chicken Wings, Hot Wings, Muchos Nachos
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 7.4
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: 2-for-1 drinks happy hour daily
Who should go: Party crowds and margarita lovers
When to visit: 4-8pm daily for 2-for-1 specials
What to order: Wings, mega margaritas, street tacos
Insider tip: Late night happy hour 10:30pm-midnight too
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Parking structures on 2nd/4th Street ($3-5/hour), street parking hard after 5pm
Dress code: Casual beach vibe - shorts, sandals, anything goes
Noise level: Very loud - expect shouting over music during happy hour
Weekend wait: 30-45 min for large groups, bar seating usually available
Weekday lunch: No wait, quieter lunch crowd
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - veggie tacos, quesadillas, nachos available
Vegan options: Very limited - can modify veggie items, ask to hold cheese
Gluten-free options: Limited - corn tortilla tacos, wings not GF
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal - too loud and party-focused. Better for group hangouts or casual dates who want to drink and not talk much
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, they don't take reservations. Grab bar seats or expect 20-30 min wait during peak happy hour
Is it kid-friendly? Before 8pm yes, but gets rowdy later. Daytime/early dinner works for families, avoid weekend nights
Best For
Better for: Combining wings with serious drinking - better happy hour deals than most wing spots
Skip if: You want quality wings as the main event - these are decent bar wings, not wing destination