We had a melange of tapas and the paella. All of it was excellent. From the asada fries to the street corn to the empanadas. The paella was especially good. Lots of seafood. Excellent service and kitsch ambiance. Their cocktails are tasty too. Had a Paloma and it was excellent. read more

Our waitress was not very pleasant. She never smiled. We had party of 5. It wasn't the mexican I am used to because there was no basket of chips and salsa. So it's Spanish and they don't do that? We waited a very long time for our food. My husband and I were served first before the others in my party. The others had to wait about another 10 minutes. I couldn't eat yet because I felt I would b done before the others got their food. The whole table should b served all at the same time. My aunt asked the waitress why. We were told there was only one cook that day. Of course I drank all my drink. My husband asked for more for both of us. She filled his drink first and he had to ask again that she fill mine. We both had the same soda. It was not busy at all. The plants were all dead. My daughter thought the atmosphere was kind of creepy. read more

Scenary/feeling: cool because it's a castle, right on the water, patio seating is really nice. Spanish music playing, which is nice. Indoor seating size inclusive. Looks like they have a rental space for parties which is cool. Service: we waiting for awhile in front, and was confused by the process of how we were supposed to be seated. It wasn't that busy when we got there, but when we left, they had a hostess up front. Food: monfongo wasn't bad, the chimichurri had more grease than I was expecting. Also, it doesn't come with a side, for $15 it probably should. We liked the queen's board, but there was only one ball of the fried goat cheese. Faijitas was good, cooked well, beans tasted weird. Extras: has a decent sized parking lot. The woman's bathroom SUCKS. There isn't a changing table in the one closest to the main dining hall. Additionally, the bathroom is not size inclusive, and VERY TIGHT. read more

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WORST RESTAURANT IVE EVER BEEN TO!!! Me and my family of 5 had came in after seeing all the reviews online about how good this place was. We walked in and no hostess was there to greet us, once she finally came she said there was a 10 minute wait. So we waited, no problem. As she's walking us to our table she then proceeded to tell us that she didn't have enough menus for everyone and handed us one menu, for 5 people. At least 10 minutes go by and out comes our server, he gave us no introduction made it seem like we weren't welcomed, very vague. He then proceeds to give us glasses of water and asks as if we know what we wanted to drink. We gave him our drink orders and he walked off. Once he comes back with our drinks at the time we didn't notice but all of our glasses were DIRTY. We couldn't tell because the lighting was very dim and we could only see with the sun shining through an open door. We then have to ALL order off of the ONE menu the entire time. The menu wasn't very specific so i had gotten tostones with steak. After we finish ordering it takes them a little over an HOUR for our food to come out and they put this sauce all over my food. I was not aware they did that because if I had i would've told them NO sauce. I did not read on the menu where it said that it came with sauce. I was very disappointed, we did not have a good time their service was poor. Before I left i had used that restroom, I walk in and it smelled like bodily fluids. I opened one of the stalls and it had PEE on ground. We walked out not happy and decided we will NOT be returning costumers. read more

We made a reservation for 6:30. Still had to wait almost an hour...maybe more to be seated. When our waiter came by we were more than prepared to order. Took forever for our food to arrive. Was not a very pleasant Mother's Day place to go. read more

The atmosphere here is wonderful. Castle by the water, has a little moat and is just overall super cute and fun. The food is so-so (and the chips were stale) but the thing that makes me not want to return is the service. The waitstaff is super nice and friendly but seem inexperienced. It's slow service even when not crowded and we had a really strange incident occur - discussed it with the front and back managers and they did try to rectify. I'm hoping that as they gain some experience it becomes better but I don't anticipate coming back or recommending this place in the short term. read more

This place is wonderful with his castle decor. Loved it! We (4) stopped by it for a quick meal and were very happy with our meals, as well with the service. The food was good and well prepared. The place has potential for a great fine restaurant. I hope they can make the food elevate even more to the level of this wonderful rooms and decor. It deserves! read more

Tasty Mexican offerings, good nachos, lovely drink flavors and food combinations, all in a unique and romantic castle atmosphere. The bar has a cool vibe, and the exterior patio on the lake is also a nice setting for a margarita and quesadilla. The decor, the furniture, the castle theme is why you want to experience the place, and it helps that the food, drinks, and scenery are enjoyable as well. read more

Other than the music being a bit too loud, the meal & service was excellent! Waiter was very friendly & personable. The food & drinks were excellent. Loved the margarita flights! We got the paella for 4. Came with 7 tapas dishes, a charcuterie, cheesecake & crazy good churros. Loved trying all the different foods. Will be going back soon! read more

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Super good so nice good view yum so good 100percent recomend come to this restaurant for great Mexican food read more

Castle Cantina Tapas Bar & Restaurant - Mexican food - Tapas Bars Near Me - Leicester, Massachusetts

Food bland and server brought out kids meal before appetizers served. Calamari portion was incredibly dismal and disappointing. Fried ice cream was like a ball of concrete. Kids meal Mac and cheese was overcooked, macaroni mushy and sauce grainy and tasteless. The hamburger and cheesecake were very good, however which led to the one star rating. Sorry to say we will not return. read more

I had no idea what to expect tonight. I knew this restaurant, The Castle, my entire life. Way back then, my parents couldn't afford to bring us there so I had no idea what to expect. Now it's a a Spanish restaurant, in a Castle, in Leicester. And now I know- and it's worth the drive!!!!! Definitely will be back and HIGHLY recommend this restaurant!!!! Great drinks, excellent food, and a lovely ambiance!!!! I could see lights on the patio overlooking the water!!! My husband and I want to come back to eat out there this Spring- with family and friends!!!! Grab your friends and family, order the spicy margaritas and let your taste buds be amazed!!!! The Spanish soup was AMAZING, highly recommend!!!! read more

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Hostess could not seat is inside because we were told there were no tables. However when we walked through the restaurant there were only 2 tables with people inside. Our waiter moved us inside when we asked. Service was average. Drinks were good. For a table of 4, we all got our food at significantly different times. So we technically did not eat together. read more

I recently dined at Castle Cantina at the suggestion of one of my two dinner guests. Located right on the water in Leicester, the building and concept initially caught my eye -- a Latin Fusion Tapas Bar & Restaurant set in a castle-themed space is certainly unique. Unfortunately, the food and overall experience didn't quite live up to expectations. We arrived on a quiet Tuesday evening and were seated on the patio, which offered a peaceful setting and a pleasant view. The lighting was natural daylight at that time, with string lights overhead suggesting it could be lovely at night. The decor inside leans heavily into a European castle motif; interesting, but oddly disconnected from the Latin or Mexican theme I expected. Inside, the music was surprisingly loud and the dining room completely empty. Thankfully, the patio offered some calm. Service was prompt, but not particularly warm or attentive. We started with chips and queso dip. It was... fine. Not memorable, but we finished it. For mains, I had the Carne Asada, while my guests ordered Pulpo a la Gallega and Carnitas Tacos. They seemed satisfied with their dishes, though I sampled the Pulpo and found it bland and unremarkable. My own Carne Asada was a letdown; the beef was stringy, tough, and lacked seasoning. The beans were overly liquid, and I had to mix them with the rice just to get some texture and flavor. The temperature was lukewarm at best. Presentation also felt off. My meal came on a small wooden plank that didn't seem designed for practicality; food kept sliding around, and I was constantly nudging things back on the board. Meanwhile, my guests' meals were served on proper plates. The Carnitas Tacos looked fine; the Pulpo had a more refined presentation of one octopus tentacle stretching out from a a single scoop of massed potatoes... We didn't try cocktails or dessert, so I can't speak to those. The bill came to $92 (before tip) for the three of us; no alcohol, just entrees and two shared appetizers that did simply tease our appetite. In my opinion, that felt steep given the quality. I often find Mexican or Latin fusion spots pricey for what is often mostly rice and beans, and this was no exception. To be honest, I wouldn't return or recommend Castle Cantina, especially when compared to other regional spots like Luna in Acton, which offers much better quality and value. read more

We arrived for dinner and were seated in a matter of minutes. Our total order included several specialty drinks, empanada tapas, salmon, & trio fajitas. We ate in the dining room. The room, as one would expect because of the design, was very echo-y. This wouldn't have been too bad, but the music they had on, which was good, was far too loud. We were nervous when we a musician (guitarist) came in and set up because most seem to believe that volume = good. We were pleasantly surprised that he played and sang at a reasonable volume. He was good. It took quite some time for our drinks to be ordered... then delivered. By time our tapas (appetizers) arrived, we had already seen a few couples come in, eat, & leave. Our service was painfully slow. The beef empanadas were delicious and couldn't have been better. After another (ridiculous) wait, our main course was served. The salmon was delicious and cooked to perfection. However, the mashed potatoes & asparagus sides on the same plate, while tasty, were cold all the way through. The fajita fixings were served on what was supposed to have been a sizzling dish, but it was luke warm, at best. The shrimp was cooked to perfection and perfectly hot. Served on a separate plate were the rice and beans, both of which were steaming hot and flavorful. In summary: The drinks were all great, mixed properly, and well balanced. The food, while delicious, was not portioned onto the plates together at the time of serving, so the temperatures were mostly inappropriate. The staff was all quite friendly, but our service was painfully slow. read more

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Stopped in for an impromptu visit for dinner. Our server took an uncomfortable amount of time to greet us. We watched as three other servers went past us several times and no one stopped to say hello, or I'll be right with you. Finally the hostess came back out and apologized for the wait and to tell us our server would be right with us. It still was a little bit of a wait before someone came over. We ordered a couple of tapas to share, and had to track the server down again for napkins and silverware. We were surprised at how small the portion of nachos were. We asked for no guacamole and the sour cream on the side. It came out with guacamole on the side and no sour cream. They also did not have anything on top but lettuce and cheese on top of about 9 chips. The quesadillas were large enough to share. The food was just okay. I don't think I'd rush back after this visit! read more

Very nice ambiance. Absolutely gorgeous venue. The food was very good and the drinks were fantastic. Service was wonderful from the people who brought us the food. Our waitress was hard to find. read more

The food amazing, the castle Vibe was good, Service was wonderful. And they even have some nice decorations

The food was excellent however, the ambience was not what we expected it was very very dark. We had to pass around little light that was on the table for eight to see the menu. We couldn't see our food when it came. The videos and music that was playing on the wall was very was sexual, inappropriate and very loud for family dining with children . The service was very very good. read more

Wait for 2.5 hours to get kids meal and appetizers. our main course didn't even get prepared. We had to leave since it's getting too late. Food is just okay... Environment is good. That's about it... I mean 2 hours the waitress told me there's nothing not even chips in the kitchen... read more

Service was not good. Had to ask for things like water/soda refills and dessert. The server didn't clean any of our plates when we were done. The food was ok, but just ok. Portions were a little small for the prices charged. Menu was somewhat limited, and some of the selections were very similar, i.e., switching a t-bone for a skirt steak. Would I go back, yes... just with lower expectations. read more

What a great place to find! We were the only customers for a while this afternoon as I'm sure people were waiting until later for their big New Years eve party. The place is as unique as can be. The staff was super attentive and fast of course because we were the only ones there at the time. I'm guessing that it would be the same even if the place was full. The food came amazingly fast and was surprisingly wonderful. I expected "Americanized' Spanish food and what I got was REAL Spanish food as I'd get if I were in Barcelona. Our waiter was right on the ball and brought each serving out rapidly as we went though 5 courses of Tapas and a Paehla before desert. Drinks were super also. Very good flight of Margarita's to play with. Zero complaints on this visit and hopefully many future visits. I look forward to working my way through the menu as it's full of new temptations worth checking into! Best wishes for the folks that run the place and work there. You are doing a great job of it! read more

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Worst restaurant.. we came for dinner it took 25 minutes to get sorted the place wasn't busy at all. We waited 20 minutes for a waiter and had to asked several time for one. After placing the food orders it took an hour and half for the first appetizer to show up and mine you at this point we had been at the restaurant for 3hrs. Food and service not worth the drive or the time!! read more

A little ride out of Worcester but absolutely worth it, with a awesome Castle atmosphere. The margarita flight was strong and tasty! All the food to follow was on point with flavor and great portions. read more

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The pros of Castle Cantina is that the patio and ambiance are absolutely beautiful and makes for an interesting dining out experience. Also, all the employees and servers were super nice and attentive which is so rare nowadays! The drinks and tapas were great (looking at you fried goat cheese!) however, the entrees were awful. I got the sirloin steal and it lacked any type of flavor and was very rubbery. My fiancées fajitas also had no flavor, not even salt. I was so disappointed because I wanted to love it there and come back, but the only way we will be back is for drinks/tapas at sunset or if the cooks get their act together. Once again, 5 stars for service and ambiance! read more

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The most gorgeous spot around. It's literally a castle overlooking a lake. Sunset hits just right. Food was fresh and delicious. Server was so friendly and sweet. The owner came over to greet us and you can tell he really cares about the building and the legacy of the old castle restaurant. This will be my new summer spot. read more

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Love this place!!! The decor is bursting with natural materials, has a rich color pallet and beautiful textures. The dinning area is spacious but intimate for a date night or a group dinner with friends and family. The menu options are a perfect mixture of unique dishes and traditional combinations. The margaritas is refreshing & mouthwatering and the selection of tequila is endless! Lastly, the staff is beyond friendly, helpful and attentive. I would highly recommend the Castle Cantina!! read more

I love this place! Excellent atmosphere, spectacular drinks, and great service. The mojitos are a must - try a flight, but lavender is the best by far! read more

This place is a disaster. Although the building has great character, the staff is unorganized and inefficient. My wife and I arrived for a reservation at 7:30, were seated but no wait staff approached our table for 1/2 hr. I complained to the hostess and she apologized and got a waiter to take our order at 8:10. We were told that drinks would come "very quickly" but that the kitchen was backed up and it would take a while for food. We waited until 8:40 to inquire as to when our drinks would come and we were told to be patient. At 8:50 we asked another wait person to get us some chips and queso which came 10 minutes later. At 9:30 we still hadn't received our drinks and I said "that's it. We're outta here". My wife was disappointed because she ordered lobster tail and loves seafood and didn't want to leave. We had an hour and a 1/2 drive home and I was angry so I could wait. There was still no visibility to get food so I told the hostess that I wanted to pay for the chips and queso we had been served. She disappeared for a couple of minutes and told us (after apologizing profusely) that the snack was on the house. I will not be returning to this restaurant. read more

We ate at Castle Cantina while visiting family in Worcester, Massachusetts. The restaurant is built of stone like an old castle and the atmosphere is quite festive. There are several rooms including the entry and a bar where you can eat. The main dinning room is large with many tables--busy but not crowded. We were greeted warmly and taken to a table for four in the main dining room. The servers came quickly and explained the menu and the dining process. We chose "dining for 4" which in included a selection of tapas plates, a charcuterie board, and paella. This was plenty of food and cost $170. We added a pitcher of sangria. This gave us good variety and plenty of food. The sangria was good and refreshing. Service was attentive and we had a good time. I would return again if I got the chance. read more

Great food and drinks! I'm glad I stopped by to check it out. Next time I'll go when it's good weather to sit outside. The sangria and margarita flights were good. read more

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This place has an incredible atmosphere, either inside in the spacious dining room, at the bar, or on the lakefront patio. The food and drinks are excellent and reasonably priced. Service was on point. It is kid-friendly. And the family who runs it are really lovely. Highly recommended. read more

This place is looking like a 'hit-or-miss' after three tries. Service is spotty. This time with Nelson, our server in the lounge, who seemed bothered that I didn't know Spanish, felt it appropriate to keep correcting me with pronunciation of the menu items, was not pleasant at all. He herded us into the lounge giving the impression he was desperate for customers and then treats us like chopped liver, which, by the way, is not even on the menu. When asked about the manager Pierre, who was so friendly on our last visit a couple weeks ago, Nelson said he didn't know who I was talking about. I guess management changes fast in these parts. The food was sub-par, I asked for bread instead of chips with the guacamole. He said no. Drinks were good. The music playing was so loud that, even though we were the only ones there, it was difficult to hold a conversation at all. I don't think we will be back. read more

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This is my new favorite restaurant in the Worcester area. I have yet to have something on the menu that is not absolutely delicious. You must try the carne asada fries.... They are freaking amazing. The atmosphere is interesting. Personally I would recommend being in an interior decorator to give it more of a brighter/more colorful ambiance. The back patio is also great! The place has so much potential.... But for now, the food is just sensational!! Well done! read more

Tried Castle Cantina for the first time on Sunday and it was AMAZING! Had several tapas like ole queso, tostones rellenos, ceviche and everything was perfect! The view was awesome too. Such a short drive from Worcester. If you like drinks, they had margarita, sangria and mojito flights. Our favorite was the raspberry mojito! read more

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I'm so glad a restaurant is finally back in this building. It's so unique and the patio space makes it amazing. Good Spanish food, Attentive but not intrusive wait staff, and a check-in by the manager or owner ( not sure exactly who the gentleman was) all made our dining experience top notch! We will be back! read more

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Our server Patty was awesome! The Food was delicious and the margaritas were perfect! Can't wait to go back! read more

Castle Cantina Tapas Bar & Restaurant - Tapas Bars Near Me - Leicester, Massachusetts

We were visiting Holland MA. Spending time with family. They highly recommend this restaurant, and we are glad they did. The service, atmosphere, and food were amazing. Very attentive to needs of the customers. The owners are very hands on, coming around checking on how the food and service. Engaging with each table. Truly amazing to see this level of service. Thanks for the wonderful service. We had an awesome evening. Jack and Linda. read more

1st time here and the setting was gorgeous. Definitely unique. The menu was limited. Definitely needs more variety. The bartender was very nice and very helpful. The waiter was also very helpful and nice. The food we ordered was very good. I hope they add more to their menu. Definitely room for improvement. read more

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A good friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the ambience, food and music for our lunch a few days ago. The service was excellent - the waiter being very attentive to our needs and helpful explaining the various food options. The castle is amazing. What a marvelous setting! We will definitely return. read more