Cantina Del Centro Nelson

Cantina Del Centro Nelson

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Hours
Sun
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Mon
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Tue
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Wed
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Thu
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Fri
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sat
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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PRICE RANGE
$4.00 – $18.00
CUISINES
Mexican, Latin, Canadian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles916 reviews
Excellent
689
Very good
148
Average
42
Poor
21
Terrible
16

Stephanie R
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • couples
We stopped in during happy hour. Servers were attentive and very pleasant. Our drinks and snacks arrived without delay. We came back later for dinner. A solo guitarist playing just at a perfect volume created a pleasant atmosphere. Our server Phoenix was great. She took the time to explain how the small tacos could be mixed & matched & shared. Phoenix also described the in-house sauces to us. Would highly recommend this restaurant.
Written October 24, 2024
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Guide54018724377
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • couples
Best Latino food place north of the Rio Grande! True one of a kind menu for foodies who lean into Mexico's food. Aquachile Verde is only the beginning....the warm and fuzzies will come from your choices, just not from your server. Chilly service aside, you WILL come back here as often as you can once you've had a meal. This is a rare place!
Written October 8, 2024
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WestfaliaJournal
Whistler166 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • couples
Nothing beats downtown Nelson in the late spring, wonderful to stroll the fantastic shops. This Mexican restaurant certainly stands out, fantastic patio out front where you can live the street experience. The beef & chicken burrito plates along with salsa & chips rounded out the cold drinks (margaritas, beers, etc). The right amount of heat & flavour made for a delectable lunch.
Written June 22, 2024
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Avery S
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • couples
Amazing service from Vanessa, food was great and came in a timely manner. Servers were very informative on the specials and menu options. Only downside was the lighting is too dark to really see what you are ordering. I had to use my phone flashlight and I’m 23 years old (not yet blind).
Written December 14, 2024
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John D
Nelson52 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • couples
Excellent food and service. We went for lunch as we have previously enjoyed several superb Sunday brunches here and we had the delicious hot tomato soup (yes spicy) and a chicken special taco. The service was superb and this review would have been 5 stars but at my advanced age I really do not like having hip-hop or rap with an emphasized sub-woofer being played instead of some background music. Some slightly more traditional Mexican music might have set a better atmosphere. This is just a comment for the owners as we will certainly be back. Maybe restaurants that inflict music on their patrons should include a question about the music instead of a generic “food” or “everything alright” question which does not include music.
Written September 28, 2023
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Paige H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • family
We were visiting Nelson with family for an week and got the grandparents to watch the grandkids so us young parents could get out for an evening. This was SUCH a delicious and relaxing choice. Waited an hour for our table outside but that was fine- we went for a walk. Phoenix was our server and was really sweet and helpful. All recommendations were fantastic. The various margaritas were DELICIOUS. No joke about those chicken wings being spicy. All in all- our party of 4 from Portland, Oregon USA agreed this was some of the best Mexican-inspired food we’ve ever had anywhere.
Written September 7, 2024
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Sam Treijs
Paige, your review is so detailed and marvelous! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. We look forward to hosting you next time!
Written September 16, 2024
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Sally K
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • couples
Had a delicious meal at Centro! Started with a white Sangria, delicious and cooling. Chips and guacamole, followed by really tasty chicken Tinga Enchiladas. My husband had the beef enchiladas. Both meals were super delicious and nicely presented, with rice and refried beans. The portions were very generous, and the staff were more than accommodating with our little dog who was with us. The service we had with Phoenix and the other patio staff was outstanding! We’ll go back there again next time we’re in Nelson.
Written August 15, 2024
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Harley T
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • couples
We went down for early Sunday dinner at 4:30pm. To our surprise it was happy hour which goes from 3-5pm, had ourselves a nice $5 pint of pilsner and a couple of frozen Margaritas, followed by some great Tacos. The best was yet to come as Churros came for dessert with condensed milk dipping sauce and raspberry jam on the side. 🤯👌 Definitely worth the stop for a meal in Nelson BC.
Written September 9, 2024
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Kenneth M
Chilliwack1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • couples
So - we walked past this place many times during our week in Nelson. It always seemed busy and exciting so decided to try it, despite the fact that neither us are fans, or even experienced, with Mexican food. After researching their website and menu I saw they did many dishes from $5 to $15. Treating it like a tapas bar I made a list of 10 items (most around $5). On arrival giving them my list (the server was delighted) we started with the two main dishes. Tacos with Lime and Cilantro pico de gallo (lacking heat of jalapeno) and Chicharones were good. Neither of us a great fans of nachos - so boring. The remaining veggie and fish dishes varied from good (fish) to veggie (boring). We finished everything except the nachos. In summary, on balance, we decided we're not fans of mexican food. The experience, atmosphere and service was fantastic and at least we now know - Mexican food is not our favourite
Written June 14, 2023
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pcecil382357
Vancouver4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • solo
I’m vegan and diabetic and this place has vegan options and is willing to tweak them for my special needs. The food isn’t too spicy, but for someone like me that likes spice they give you all the sauces and jalapeños you need to customize the spice level. We’re not all gringos! Overall the service was great, the staff is friendly and attentive and the atmosphere with a live guitarist was awesome! This is my 2nd time to this place and when I planned to come to Nelson I knew I was going to come here again……and Vanessa and the staff didn’t disappoint! I HIGHLY recommend Cantina del Centro! 👍
Written September 27, 2023
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Sam Treijs
Thanks for the recommendation and I'm so happy we're able to accommodate your dietary needs! Nikko Forsberg adds so much to the ambience when he does his Wednesday sessions - happy you picked that night! We'll see you again soon.
Written October 3, 2023
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Alfred
7 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • couples
We like good Mexican food and although Cantina had a decent variety their portions were small. My wife ordered chicharrones and they brought something that came out of a store bought bag. Not good! I ordered an enchilada and it was not really a proper enchilada; small and not very good. The rice and beans amount was small. After living in a Latin American country for years I know what decent Mexican food is like. Cantina doesn’t produce it.
Written October 1, 2023
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sc0ttina
Edmonton2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • couples
This spot was not only a good brunch but a standout food experience on our trip back from wine country down south in Oliver. It was hot already so we were happy to be offered seats in the shade on the patio. JESS helped us with a thorough description of menu items and options; she was accurate and informative but featured a warm smile. The house made tomato salsa was bright and fresh; a great mix that I want to emulate ( yes I hand make my own salsa). JESS went beyond great food service to offer tourism tips for us. The whole service team were happy to help each other: impressive these days!
Written July 16, 2023
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Sam Treijs
Thanks for your kind words, I'll be sure the team knows as it means a lot!!
Written July 19, 2023
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sas1515
British Columbia21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • couples
Jenni Lane made our night! We stopped here for a couple of tacos. We always get them when we're in town. We have never gone in the evening and a server named Jenny Lane was absolutely terrific! We were interested in some Mezcal and she was an expert in them and helped us build a flight. She's probably the best waitress we've EVER had and we've been all over the world. She could shine at any high-end restaurant and makes you feel happy about your purchases.
Written June 13, 2023
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Sam Treijs
So glad you got the experience of building a flight of mezcal! We have such a vast selection so when superstars like Jenni can guide you through it, it makes all the difference. The praise will certainly be passed on!
Written June 15, 2023
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Saul Ă“ BrĂłlaigh
Lake District39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • friends
Here we are again, the final burger I could bring myself to eat. This has been a lot of burgers, and I have only been in Nelson for a week. Anyway, Aiiiioli, Bacon Me Crazy!; as part of Nelson's Burger Month, Cantina del Centro offered a burnt butter beef and pork burger layered with torched pineapple, a double dressing of bacon and pickled jalapeño aioli, caramelised fried Worcestershire onions, fresh lettuce, and american cheese; served on a sesame seed bun. I mean, just imagine it; a beef and pork burger dressed in a double serving of bacon and pickled jalapeño aioli? Is there any greater combination of downright filthy, flavourful meat, and unholy sauce? This was honestly my ideal burger. Every aspect of it was purely chaotic for the senses. The rich, spiced pork and beef, the overbearing creamy, sweet, and salty bacon and pickled jalapeño aioli; the caramelised onions thrown in Worcestershire sauce, and the american cheese, oh god that dirty cheese created solely for burgers is heavenly. So yeah, I guess I liked this burger a lot. Staff are real warm and friendly here too, which is always a bonus. It's nice when they're a little social with you, and they were very informative about the food and drinks, which is great.
Written December 3, 2023
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Zoe Essex-Hartas
We're so glad you loved our burger!
Written December 4, 2023
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Ghostofgaz
Opelika6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • family
Our family had a great experience at Cantina Del Centro. It is a nice setting. We ate outside. A bit of a line for a table that moved quickly. Our server Jess took our experience to the next level with her personality and cool “you’re in good hands” demeanor. We appreciated her knowledge and excitement about the menu. Five stars plus for Jess! We had tacos and all were nice combos of flavors and texture (Baja tacos were at the top is the class). Burritos and enchiladas were also flavorful, large portions, nice presentation. Also, they know their tequila and margaritas! Jess guided us through an overall enjoyable and memorable lunch. Thank you! Cheers!
Written July 15, 2023
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