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    Catrinas Tacos and Tequila Bar

    3.8 (284 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Amazing place, great drinks, delicious food. Fabulous music, we love Catrina!
    Kristen K.

    Service excellence! Wonderful music. Katrina is fabulous and the outdoor seating area is so great.

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    Mike J.

    Just terrible. I have been here with my family before and was unimpressed but thought I should give it another try two years later. Decor is ok, bit weird. Mens toilet is absolutely disgusting. Urinal has a crust... so gross. Server was nice but did not check on me. I ordered some tacos but all three, the taco was pure rubber. So hard to bite and enjoy, clearly over cooked unless I'm missing something. Just bad but also expensive. Server did not ask how the food was, but if she did, i would have told her. Will not be back. Too bad because it looks awesome from the outside. Chef was taking up one of the four available tables with her laptop.

    one of my favorite mexican restaurants in tampa. BY FAR the best margaritas (and i'm picky) and i even got a margarita in a duck cup. I LOVE THIS PLACE

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    Abby D.

    Fell in love with Catrina's!! Such a homey, authentic Mexican restaurant. My boyfriend and his family are avid fans of Catrina's but this was my first time trying it out. First, I'm obsessed with their margaritas in a bag. Delicious, efficient and hilarious. Guac is stunning. Birria tacos for dinner are the stars of the show. I had a couple of tostados that also hit the spot. Above all else, Tisbeth the owner knows how to make you feel welcomed and ensure you leave well fed! Definitely come here for the best authentic Mexican food in Tampa.

    Bingo time!
    Samantha E.

    I visited Cartinas Tacos and Tequila on a Wednesday night with my husband and niece. They were having drag queen bingo and I was intrigued! We got there about 30 minutes before bingo started to order our food and drinks early. I ordered two tostadas and they were fantastic! I could not finish both so I may go for one next time but they are so good you will want two! The bingo ended up being in Spanish which added to the fun! I was like a Spanish lesson with a drag queen with food, beer and prizes! Yes! Sign me up! The restaurant is a bit small though so if they get busy on bingo night, you will definitely have to call in advance for a table. I really enjoyed the entire experience, the food, the owner, the bingo and prizes! I will definitely return to try another bingo night. They also have a taco Tuesday I believe so want to check that out as well.

    Fritz E.

    My favorite Mexican restaurant in the region. Taco Tuesday promotion is outstanding. Tisbeth is an amazing person, talented artist and chef. Her special creations have been off the charts good. Her tequila dinners...just wow. T-1 tequilas are my new favorites for Blanco, Reposado, Ańejo en especially the Tears of Llorona extra ańejo.

    Pretty decor!
    Katelyn R.

    Great ambience and loving owner!! If you want cheap tacos come for their taco tuesdays! Only 2.50 for chicken/beef

    Carlos A.

    This place is independently Owned by Woman Tisbeth Although they claim to be in South Tampa, they are just north of 275 on Howard. I had a ly recommend you try this place out. Parking is in the rear but the food is delicious and the margaritas are very well-made. Great service. They plan to put a dance floor with a DJ and I plan on bringing all my friends from South Tampa to try Latin music. There are a lot of Mexican restaurants out there, but I would ask you give this place a try.

    Kristen B.

    Welcome to West Tampa Catrina's! We enjoyed a variety of tacos on a Sunday afternoon. Service was prompt and friendly and the food was great. We were a little bummed they don't have their liquor license yet, so no tequila on Sunday Funday. We tried the carnitas, barbacoa and chicken tacos. They were all very filling and delicious! The salsa was just ok, too sweet and not enough spice for me. However, the homemade tortilla chips were amazing. I'm looking forward to returning and trying some other dishes along with the guacamole.

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    Food and service was amazing. Margaritas were so good and very good music also! Would definitely recommend.

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    Food was delicious, the service was amazing! Definitely will be back when we visit again!

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    Best quesabirria taco I have ever had. The mango margarita in the bag was great as well. 10/10.

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