If you blink driving into Boulder City, you might miss it and that'd be a shame, because this place ain't just a stop... it's a stroll. The kind where you park the truck, stretch your legs, and suddenly you're wandering past little shops, mom-and-pop eateries, and front porches that practically dare you to slow down a minute. It's got that old-school charm, like time agreed to take its boots off and stay awhile. Now yeah, I did the "TV thing." I swung by The Coffee Cup Cafe you know, the one off Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Had my cup of coffee, tipped my cap, said "alright, that's solid." But let's be honest... just because it made it on TV don't mean it owns the crown. Sometimes the real gold's tucked a block over, minding its own business. Enter Big T's Cantina. Now listen... I may be a little biased toward Mexican food but I know greatness when it hits me in the mouth. Those asada tots? Lord have mercy. That's not food, that's an event. That's the kind of plate where you take a bite, lean back, and look at your buddy like, "We ain't leaving, are we?" Drinks were flowing, cold and strong strong enough that at one point I'm pretty sure I told a stranger from Florida he was my long-lost cousin. He didn't argue, so now I might have family in Tampa. And here's where the story turns... We start out minding our business, right? Next thing you know, we're sliding tables together like we're hosting Thanksgiving. Some folks from Florida, a couple locals, and us just talking trash, swapping stories, and somehow it turns into a full-blown drinking contest. Not the official kind, no trophies... just pride on the line and bad decisions being drafted in real time. At one point someone says, "You think you can keep up?" And I go, "Buddy, I work on an oil rig. Hydration is a lifestyle." Five minutes later I'm questioning my life choices and ordering another round anyway. That right there that's what made this place my number one. It wasn't just the food (which slapped). It wasn't just the drinks (which definitely slapped back). It was the people. The way a random afternoon turned into a table full of laughter, strangers turning into friends, and one of those memories you don't plan you just walk straight into. Big T's might not have the biggest ratings. It might not have a TV crew parked outside. But from where I'm sitting? It's the heartbeat of that strip. So here's my advice don't just follow the hype. Take the walk. Peek into the shops. Find your own spot. Write your own chapter. But if you want a little head start? Big T's Cantina. That's the one. read more

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This place was a big miss for me. We ordered the "tableside" guacamole, but it wasn't actually made tableside, which was confusing. The menu was also a little unclear. There's only one guacamole option listed, but it says you can add things like pineapple or bacon without listing any additional pricing or the original ingredients. I ordered the Loaded Carne Asada tacos, which came with rice and beans. Honestly, the tacos needed about double the meat. It felt like they added extra cabbage and pico to bulk them up instead of giving a proper portion of carne asada. It was weird to have the cabbage on the bottom of the taco instead of the meat. The beans were good though. They tasted like traditional refried pinto beans and were probably the most solid part of the plate. The rice was a miss for me because the cilantro was extremely overpowering. The complimentary chips and salsa were great. The salsa definitely has some heat, so if you like spicy, you'll probably enjoy that part. read more

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I found them gem when I moved here in 2021. The bar staff makes the best cocktails around. Especially Dane!!! I travel often and love trying specialty drinks, his by far are the best. The local regulars are so much fun. It's like dining with family anytime you visit. Fajitas and Salsa are my absolute favs. If you are hungry for a steak, they have two options and both are top notch. read more

Big T's Cantina - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

This is a fun little cantina right in the historic downtown. We stopped in for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The bartender and local patrons were all fun! The bartender suggested a local craft brew beer that my husband really enjoyed. He also had a delicious plate of cheese enchiladas with verde sauce. I was happy to see they had Ace Peat Cider, and I had grilled shrimp and swordfish tacos which were delicious. read more

Big T's Cantina - Grilled swordfish and grilled shrimp tacos - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Always great, friendly service. Drinks are great, food is really good with a lot of options. Tip-the cornbread is amazing ! Love the southwest salad wrap and the papas tacos! read more

had such a pleasant surprise dining at this spot! One of the highlights was their table-side guacamole, which they prepare fresh right in front of you such a fun and interactive touch. But what really made it stand out was their unique twist: you can choose to add bacon and caramelized pineapple. I had never tried that combination before, so they kindly offered it to me on the side, and wow it was interesting in the best way. The savory bacon and sweet caramelized pineapple added an unexpected but delicious layer to the already flavorful guac. The service was excellent attentive without being overbearing and the overall atmosphere was very relaxing, perfect for a laid-back meal with friends or family. The prices were more than reasonable, especially considering how much food you get. Portions are generous, so it truly felt like a great bang for your buck. If you're looking for a place with great vibes, great value, and a creative spin on the classics, definitely check this one out. read more

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Stopped here after doing a little research on Yelp and after reading all of the reviews I knew I had to try it out! The food was amazing!! The chips and salsa is probably top 5 best salsa I've had! My margarita was very tasty! They fill up quick too so I'm glad we arrived early. If you're in the area this is a must try! You won't be disappointed! read more

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Solid Mexican tacos! Stopped by for some beers and tacos, big selection of beers to choose from and cold glasses to go with it. Complimentary chips and salsa as well (salsa is homemade and spicy). Ordered the steak taco and shrimp, the steak has more of a chili taste and I preferred the grilled shrimp. Nice outdoor seating as well read more

Big T's Cantina - Shrimp taco and carne asada taco - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Love the food here!!! Never had anything I didn't like!!! It's a fun environment with good music. Dane and Emilio serve the best drinks and are my favorite bartenders! I Always have a good time when they are bartending! read more

Loved having lunch here for the 1ST time. My burrito was ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT and the service was very TOP NOTCH.

All of the above! Great food! Great staff! Great owners! Ambiance is incredible, too!

My friends and I were really happy to fall upon this place after seeing Milo's was closed! So sad... But this place had outdoor seating, perfect for dog parents and their babies. The server even brought my friends pup a fresh bowl of water. So sweeeet! The chips and salsa were phenomenal! This is the best Mexican food I've had in Boulder City within the last 15 years! Another spot up the street that also starts with a "T" is awful, but so happy this place is here now! Great burritos, enchiladas and ceviche!!! We ate everything!!!! We shall return!!!! read more

I was there for lunch, and ordered the cauliflower tacos. I was amazed at how good they were. They were light, seasoned well, and not greasy. If fried cauliflower was made into an appetizer, I think it would work. The salsa was flavorful, but too hot for me, although I can see how others like it. The service was friendly and food came out fast. read more

I love the downtown community and the walk ability to this restaurant. They had a happy hour $5 margaritas which was delicious! The food was not my favorite but came out quickly and the waitress was top tier friendly. Is so drinks here but that's about all. read more

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We stopped in for refreshments after biking the trail from Henderson. This is just what we needed. We ate in the outdoor patio dining area. My Paloma was the bomb! Great chips & salsa, good nourishment for the ride home. I would definitely recommend stopping in!! read more

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If you want great service & a really good watermelon martini you must come here! Decided to stop in after visiting antique shops- very glad I did. Aspyn was a great server and got seated outside on this beautiful autumn day. Got chips & salsa right away...then got the watermelon ginger martini... cocktail was Polo Lounge quality! Sooo good!! Tried the shrimp tacos...spicy & very good! Will definitely be coming back here! read more

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Cute restaurant right on the main avenue close to all that's happening in downtown Boulder City. We came in first thing New Years Day and were seated right away. You can seat yourself anywhere you like, there is also bar seating. They make your guacamole right in front of you which is pretty cool! Service is great and so is the food. read more

Big T's Cantina - Guacamole cart - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

The Bartender Dane is the best bartender here at Big T's Cantina he will make you the best drink and whatever you will ask for he will make it and even better then you expect He's the best at all mixing cocktail drinks :) read more

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This is a cute restaurant in BC. Our server was really sweet. The table side guacamole was really good and fresh. Food came out quick but was warm and not hot. read more

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First time here on a busy Saturday night after a wine walk event. The restaurant was welcoming and seating was quick on the patio with our party of four. Overall 3.5 rating from us. Definitely try again. Just room for improvement on rice quality, beans, and hope table side guacamole available next time. The server promptly asked us for our drink order. Also, chips and salsa delivered to the table shortly after we were seated. We got four waters, two beers, and one margarita before the food and it was quick. For dinner, we had Tony's Burrito 3.5-4 rating; Swordfish Tacos 3 rating; Trout 4 rating; and a veggie dish 4.5. The food came out very fast. We all enjoyed our meals. Friendly service. Cute place. Lovely outdoor patio. Reasonable prices. $112 for 4 excluding tip. Brought enough food home for another meal. read more

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This place is great! Stopped by after a day trip to the hover dam and it hit the spot! Service was great! Drinks were amazing! Good chips and good salsa. Salsa has a nice little kick to it. The cucumber jalapeño margarita was super refreshing. Highly recommend! Food was great too! Came out super fast and it was delicious! They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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We love Big T's!!! We drive from anthem to dine here. Service is always top notch. The food is delicious and the margaritas are super tasty. Today Brandon was our server today, very attentive. Thank you read more

Kenzie was our bartender/server and she was fantastic! So friendly and on top of everything. She definitely was a big part of the reason we had a great experience and plan to return anytime we're in town. The menu is really unique and had vegan options so they get a big thumbs up for that. They have bar, indoor and outdoor seating. It's a fun spot here on Main Street. read more

Big T's Cantina - Vegan fajitas - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

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I enjoyed this place. Service was good. Food was very delicious and amazing. I got the nacho tater tots SO GOOD OMGG, the cauliflower tacos prices weren't bad read more

I love downtown Boulder City. This place definitely had a great vibe. The Michelada was perfect! I sat at the bar and also had flautas and ceviche. I wish the flautas came with more than just 2 because they were so good! My only complaint about this place is the price. I did feel like it was over priced for portian size and food quality of what I was receiving. Other than that I highly recommend!! read more

Big T's Cantina - Bars Near Me - Boulder City, Nevada

Great casual atmosphere. Our server was top notch. Lunch was good and fairly priced...we had street tacos...looking forward to a return visit. read more

Best chips and salsa I've ever had! Friendly service and delicious margaritas. Cute restaurant and ambiance. read more

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This place is amazing! I now consider it a must stop anytime I am in Boulder City. The U-shaped bar in the middle of this cozy cantina helps create the perfect atmosphere. The bartender was outgoing, friendly and attentive. The chips and salsa were so fresh with the perfect amount of spice. The cocktail selection was amazing as well as the bartender seemed very experienced. All my drinks tasted delicious. I can't wait to come back and try the food! read more

We LOVE BIG TSSSSSSSS!!!!!! Amazing food and staff. Such a fun vibe inside AND out. Karaoke nights too!!!!! You must go. Not your average Mexican spot. And sometimes my group gets a little ROWDY and they don't seem to mind. Grilled swordfish tacos ANDDDD table side guacamole, can't go wrong. Will FOREVEE BE A FAVORITE!!! Anddd gluten free options with their corn tortillas and salads!!!! Wooo hoo!!! Xoxo Karen read more

The food is amazing. Service can be a little slow on busy nights but it's well worth the wait!

Best street tacos i've ever had. friendly service. recommend the queso. feels like a hole in the wall but food was fantastic.

My husband and I stopped here on the way to a passport appointment in Boulder City. We wanted to have lunch and have never been here so decided to try it. Hubby got a Modelo said it was super cold. Chips and Salsa were bomb! Salsa was spicier than I expected it to be (that's a good thing) hubby got the carne quesadilla. It had a much different taste than I expected it to have but it was very very good. The service was amazing and very fast and the atmosphere was very cute. I got the tacos and ladies and gents my husband is Mexican and has made papa tacos for me multiple times but these are by far the best I have ever had! This place is going to have us coming back to Boulder City for sure! read more

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The best taco I have ever had, bartender was extremely friendly and took great care of me. If you are in Boulder City be sure to stop and get the best taco you will ever have. read more

Sat outside on a Saturday night. Karaoke was in full swing inside. The service was terrific. The food was good. I like spicy, but they take it to the next level, be forewarned. We had nachos (huge portion), queso and enchiladas and all were very good. I had been here for dinks previously, but this was the first time I had eaten here. read more

Great service, quick, not too chatty, provided recommendations, friendly! Lighting and overall ambiance, noise level added to a positive experience. Came for margs and also order tacos. Margs 10-10! Flavor and presentation were on point. Ordered Big T's El Jefe and Big Ass margs. I'd recommend getting tacos elsewhere. Overall very stereotypical American tacos. Tried the fish, shrimp, and asada, all dry and bland. Personally I am not a fan of cheese on my tacos, definitely detracted from already so so tacos. read more

Cute cantina in Boulder City, NV. Stopped by for breakfast. I ordered the breakfast burrito with spicy chorizo, eggs, cheese, tots and chile verde sauce. Very Large portion! Enough for 2 people. I only ate about half. Great price $12! Free chips and salsa. Salsa store bought, wasn't my kind of thing. Fresh salsa would be a nice touch. Staff nice. read more

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Looked like we were the fist to walk in and were greated kindly. Had quick, excellent and friendly service. The food was good, we ordered a couple thing but the Asada steer tacos were a personal favorite. It's a prefect small town Mexican restaurant. read more

What a great place! Wonderful service and delicious food and Margaritas!!! Fast polite service, great atmosphere and clean restrooms Will definitely make this a must stop when passing through Boulder! read more

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Cauliflower tacos for the WIN! Table side guacamole is a must. Super friendly service and comfortable, fun atmosphere.

Great place right on the Main Street in Boulder City! It was over 100 degrees today but I barely felt it while sitting outside because of the water misters. The food was great (see pics) and was really yummy. My hubby had the fried swordfish tacos, it was fried perfectly with a yummy flavor (although a little stronger flavor than I typically eat), but he loved it! I had chicken quesadillas. Wow! It was HUGE! I could barely eat half of it. Our server was fast and attentive. Although the flies were a little annoying we really enjoyed ourselves and will be back! read more

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