Kristy was our server and was great, we will definitely be back! We are looking forward to checking out brunch.

Came here for a day-date with my wife. The restaurant was busy. The decor was very chic. I felt like I was at a hip restaurant in Newport Beach but in Glendora. There was a couple of seats available at the bar. Bartender was great and attentive. Had a couple of signature cucumber margaritas. They were amazing. Ordered the queso for an appetizer. It was perfect. My wife ordered the steak tacos and I ordered the chicken tacos. They were unbelievable. The beans and rice were like nothing I have ever had. Oh yeah, did I mention the HOMEMADE TORTILLAS!!! I highly recommend Mama Canela! We will be back ;) read more

Wow amazing and delicious . Beer super cold and beef tasty. This will be our new go to place.

Had a great experience at Mama Canela! The food was amazing, fresh, flavorful, and definitely worth the visit. For a brand new restaurant, it's already poppin!! which says a lot! I know there have been some frustrations with wait times and seating, but with a new place getting this much attention, I think a little patience goes a long way. Our experience was great and the food was absolutely worth it. Excited to see Mama Canela continue to grow and succeed. Definitely recommend checking them out! read more

Service is None existent!! We drove from a Claremont to support this new business and prove little Miss Lauren of Glendora of 25 years wrong but she's NOT wrong!! Came with my family this evening and got the worst inept service. It's the worst service I've had in years. Very disappointing!! Your patio waitress took a solid 17 minutes to get to our table, you weren't near full or super busy she just made a conscious decision to not come to our table with hungry children. I watched her go to every table and even get another round of drinks before coming over. Anyone with any experience be it in service or management knows you get your guest with children tended to quickly so parents can enjoy their meal. We had to take our food to go And left us to pack up our own food while rushing out hungry kids. My drink was flavorless but it's because I'm sure it sat. I very rarely if ever leave bad reviews but this one was well earned. read more

Ambiance: Neat clean. Modern Cowboy vibe. Nice modern marble bar with high leather stools. Noise level got loud when the room filled up. Service: Hostess, bar tender and waitress were welcoming and friendly. Food: The warm salsa served with tortilla chips was very tasty. My friend and I ordered beef fajitas which came when others in my party got their food...but we had to flag our waitress to ask about our tortillas. Granted the tortillas are made on premise. We also noticed the couple across from us also had to wait for theirs. We had to actually ask... Fajitas are generally eaten sizzling hot. Our beef was overcooked, the onions were wilty/ mushy soft and by the time we got our house-made flour tortillas, the meat was cold. We noticed the receipt said "beef -medium" though we were never given an option on the cook on our beef. They served. We were splitting the check. She told us our total was $168... which sounded like too much, so I questioned her, she quickly read over the order and said it was correct. We asked for a menu and added up fajitas, tacos, a wedge salad and a coke, which came up to $89 before tax. We called her back and she ran and huddled with the owner and 4 other staff... we finally got it squared away. All in all, nice atmosphere but food and wait staff was...eh... Oh and one of the 2 unisex restrooms was not in use, the door was propped open with "wet floor" note posted...why not mop it up... read more

Absolutely TOP-TIER! This place seriously went above and beyond with the aesthetic, the atmosphere, the food! EVERYTHING. From the moment you walk in, you can tell they put so much thought into every detail. It's absolutely gorgeous and such a fun experience! And the FOOD?! Everything we ordered was delicious, but the Enchiladas del Mar are an absolute MUST. They're packed with shrimp and the flavors are incredible. My entire group kept talking about how good everything was, and the best part? Every single person cleaned their plate. Not one complaint! I also had a watermelon mocktail that was absolutely divine. So refreshing and delicious! This place is freaking AMAZING. The food, the presentation, the atmosphere, the service it was all top-tier from start to finish. If you're looking for somewhere that delivers both an incredible dining experience AND food that actually lives up to the hype, GO HERE. 10/10. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Tex Mex Mama Canela in Glendora was such a great find! We had the picadillo plate with rice and beans, the wedge salad, and a side of fresh flour tortillas. But those flour tortillas absolutely stole the show! Fresh, soft, and the perfect "utensil" for scooping up every bite of picadillo. SO good! The atmosphere was really nice with great music, and we even got to meet the owner, who was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We're already looking forward to soup season because... fideo? Caldo? Hmm read more

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Amazing food and a wonderful experience! Considering this restaurant has only been open for 10 days, I was very impressed with the quality and flavor of everything we tried. Service: Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and personable. He gave great suggestions. Food: We Loved the chips and salsa, such a great unique flavor. Our dishes were very tasty, actually the best tex Mex we have had in a long time and we travel to Texas very frequently. The overall decor of the restaurant was spot on! We felt like we were in San Antonio. I do think it's important to give a new establishment some time to find its rhythm before judging too quickly. Early low ratings can be unfair when a restaurant is just getting started. Give them a chance. We cant wait to come back for the fajitas! Thanks again and we'll done!!! read more

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I diffenity looking forward to trying this new restaurant. I have to say it did not disappoint. We park to car the in the parking lot by bank. As we walked around the corner you could smell the wonderful aroma from the food walking towards the restaurant. Once we got our table and had our lunch I told my friend im glad I selected Mama Canela for lunch. The Food was delicious. The Service was great. Was everything prefect, I'd have to say it was pretty darn close. I get it, its a new place. They were extremely busy but the staff was very attentive and welcoming to all the guest. I feel with the quality of food and attentiveness of the staff this restaurant was worth the visit! My birthday is coming up soon and diffenity want to go back and celebrate at Mama Canela. read more

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MAMA CANELA is definitely a must-try! The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and packed with flavor. You can really tell they put care into every dish. The Tex-Mex flavors were on point, the portions were great, and everything came out looking and tasting amazing. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service made the experience even better. Everyone was friendly and attentive and made us feel right at home. If you're looking for a great Tex-Mex spot with delicious food, good vibes, and excellent service, give MAMA CANELA a try. We'll definitely be coming back! ALSO DOMT FORGET TO TRY A FROZEN MARGARITA!! Highly recommend! read more

Mama Canela - Fajitas - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

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Homemade Salsa Roja, warm, set the Tone immediately! Kike Welcomed us promptly. We ordered quickly...El Charro & Beef, Chicken, & Shrimp Fajitas Yummy. The Charro Beans with home made Rice & Wait For it...Hot Flour Tortillas off the press. The bacon wrapped Shrimp stole the Show. TexMex Taste is the Best! Took me back to ELP/Mex Food that we miss. The Music was Great! The Ambience was Excellent! I really felt like my abulia cooked for Us:) read more

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I was looking forward to trying this new restaurant. Thursday 9/10/26 615pm I arrived and the hostess asked if I had a reservation, I replied no, I didn't know seating was by reservation because I didn't see it on the website. So I said okay then I asked about the wait she said at least an hour. Voice inflection was discouraging, my response was no worries I won't be back. I mean what I said. My company has been in the village for 26 years, seen these types come and go. Reply to Response: interesting you begin with "you say". My statement was accurate. The pattern in the responses are the business is not responsible for how they operate, the customers are generally at fault or it cannot control the front of the house capacity. I am only (1) person who will never try your restaurant again, just one. read more

Amazing experience at Mama Canela's. We sat outside and received Excellent service from James. All the servers were courteous and kind, and the food was top notch. The chips were fresh with the right amount of salt and the salsa was divine. I had the very best enchilada I've eaten in my life and my husband had the fajitas. The chicken was perfectly cooked. Will come back to try everything on the menu, my husband said he'd come here just for the watermelon margarita. Great job Mama! read more

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i'm so excited this place opened in glendora. we finally have a nice restaurant with delicious cocktails and delicious food. they even handmade their tortillas which is AWESOME!! we will be a frequent customer here. food was excellent but server said the most popular dishes are "from the skillet" menus section so we will definitely try that next time! and if it isn't obvious the restaurant is stunning and the bar top is a real show stopper. I can't wait to come back read more

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The food was delicious and awesome. We had the queso fundido with spicy sausage and chicken , steak, & shrimp fajitas. The the cherry on top was the home made tortillas. We had 3-baskets. Service was good and waitress did a very good job in service. The restaurant is new , just opened 3-4 wks ago. Very nice and clean in the inside and mex-Tex look read more

Let's start with the Texas Tornado margarita because it deserves its own paragraph. Bold, perfectly balanced, and strong enough to remind you this is a Texas style pour, not a watered down version. If you're ordering one drink tonight make it this one. Then there are the chicken and steak fajitas, sizzling to the table and loaded with tender, well seasoned meat, sweet peppers, and onions charred just right. Paired with warm tortillas and all the fixings, it's the kind of dish that makes the whole restaurant smell incredible. The service was warm, the portions generous, and the energy inside had that lively neighborhood spot feel. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for margaritas and fajitas with friends, Mama Canela's delivers. Highly recommend. I'll be back for another Tornado soon. read more

We had such a great experience at Mama Canela! Everything was absolutely delicious, but the fresh-made tortillas are seriously to die for! You can definitely taste the difference when they're made fresh. The fajitas were so flavorful and delicious, and the margaritas were SO good! The atmosphere was welcoming and the service made the experience even better. Definitely one of those places we'll be coming back to. Highly recommend if you're in Glendora! read more

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We love Mama Canela! We are so glad this gem joined downtown Glendora. The food is delicious and very high quality. I've had both the steak and chicken fajitas. The seasoning was perfect and the way it was cooked was outstanding. My husband loved the cheese enchiladas. The cocktails are fantastic. I especially love the frozen watermelon margarita. The highlight is the fresh homemade tortillas which you can see being made as you eat. I do have to mention the decor. Every detail is perfect and you can tell they put a lot of thought in to making it a special place. The service was great. We will definitely be making this place a regular spot for us! read more

The food here is definitely good! From the homemade tortillas to the flavorful beans, rice, and meat, everything was delicious. The chips and salsa are also worth trying. The service was fast and friendly. We shared the Combination Fajitas Grande, which was plenty of food for two people. I also tried the frozen Texas Tornado margarita, and it was really good. If you're in the area, this place is a must! read more

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I'm not one to feel inclined to leave a review, but today, I'm sincerely let down by this new restaurant in my hometown. I'm a Glendora native and have seen businesses come and go on the avenue for 25+ years. Tonight I finally tried this restaurant after months of eagerly waiting its grand opening. My experience: the service was mediocre and the staff has yet to truly connect with Glendorans. Not only is the staff ill-equipped to connect with locals, we were approached several times about their "90 minute dining cap." This is my hometown- I've lived here my entire life and suddenly I'm told I cannot continue to dine with my family (3 separate times) My credibility: I've worked at a family-owned restaurant on the avenue, and I learned firsthand that customer service and hospitality should be at the forefront if you truly value customer loyalty, respect, and most importantly, to give them a reason to feel welcomed so that they can return again and again as the avenue condones. The ambiance and the food: it's beautiful inside and the food was fabulous. Big deal. I can find delicious food and beauty elsewhere though. I won't be returning, and I won't tell my friends and family to go unless they want to be literally pushed out of their dining experience. read more

I have been so excited to try this place, and I finally came in for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon with some of my girlfriends--and it did NOT disappoint!!! The ambiance alone is so charming and has such a cozy, homey feel! It was busy when I got there, but we were still seated very quickly. Immediately, I was greeted by my server, Anne Marie, who took our drink orders. Behind her was a busser bringing our table chips and steaming hot salsa! I have never had hot salsa! I didn't even know that was a thing! But it was SO good! We then ordered a round of margaritas. We had the Spicy Cucumber Margs and Hibiscus Margs, and they were DEEELLIICIOOUUSS! We also had the guacamole appetizer, chicken fajitas, and shrimp tacos. EVERYTHING was seriously amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the seasoning and flavors were on point! Definitely a 10/10! The vibe was great! Our server, Anne Marie, was fun and attentive. Even the owner, Javier, and his wife came over and introduced themselves! They were both extremely down-to-earth and so nice! The prices were very reasonable for the quality and quantity of the food. Overall, this was a 10/10 experience for all three of us girls! We absolutely will be back--especially to see our favorite busser, Robert! Glendora loves a small, family-owned business, so I know Mama Canelas will be a great fit for this town! Also, I wish I would have taken pictures of the food and drinks, but we ate and drank it all before I could remember! 10/10--highly recommend! read more

So excited to write this review. Been waiting and waiting and finally saw that they had opened. I believe soft opening, not sure but open nonetheless. Started with chips and salsa and a cucumber margarita. The margarita was excellent and the homemade chips were good too. The salsa is served warm, not my preference that's ok it's true to texmex and it was tasty! Also order the shrimp brochette. Shrimp stuffed with jalapeno and cheese wrapped in bacon served fajita style served with a garlic butter. Seriously I think the best shrimp I have ever had. My guest ordered the chicken quesadilla. It was really good as well. The Guac was good, not complaining but I grew up in an avocado town in San Diego so I am biased on guacamole. The tortillas are made fresh to order and they are awesome! Great service, great food, great atmosphere. The cocktails are a little pricey, the menu prices are above average but when everything else is great, I don't mind this! Great job Mama Canelas, I will be a regular! Can't wait to see if you develop a Hapoy Hour and add to the menu! Oh, great selection of tequilas! read more

Mama Canela - Cucumber Margarita. Chips and Salsa - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

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Excellent meal! It's almost impossible to find a Mexican restaurant that has great food, great drinks, and great ambiance. Mama Canela has all three! OK, technically it's Tex Mex, but I'm still giving them props for not disappointing. We didn't order cocktails (it was lunchtime), but have tasted their watermelon margarita and loved it. Our combo plate was a lot of food so we got to taste several specialties. The standout winner was their shrimp. Stuffed with cheese and jalapeno, wrapped in bacon, then grilled over wood for a perfect bite! It might be the best thing I've ever tasted (no exaggeration). We will be back soon so don't run out of shrimp! read more

Mama Canela - Shrimp, cheese enchilada, and carne asada plate. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

Being a resident of Glendora for decades we were so excited to have another restaurant join our small town. I ordered the beef fajita quesadilla, my husband ordered tacos and grandson also ordered quesadilla. We were all unfortunately disappointed with our meal. The beef was fatty and unseasoned, . The place itself is clean, the staff is kind , and provided great service. The drinks are excellent but unfortunately the meal was lacking. On a fixed income, I won't be able to spend money on giving it another chance. I only wish I could provide a better review. read more

Service was pretty bad given how small the place is, the waitress became inattentive after ordering. Ambiance is pretty cool. I got the chicken tinga enchiladas. They were pretty good. There was also the kind lady who gave us the warm tortillas with the queso appetizer. That appetizer and the lady were great. The free salsa was delicious. It has potential, waitresses need major work. read more

Been here twice since it's opened and I think it's great ! First trip was during their soft opening and it seemed like they were feeling it out a bit ... but the service I received was outstanding. Robert ?... cast on his hand ?.. was really welcoming and it felt totally natural from him. Great food to follow up with that . Second time around I think our server's name was Bekah? Not sure how she spells it but she was awesome . Great smile, checked in on us pretty often kept our water and cocktails going strong . Overall great feel from this place . Food is great decor and ambiance best Glendora has to offer. Even the bus staff was engaging! Tall kid with curly hair ... moves quick and asks if there's anything else he could help with. This place is an instant favorite of mine Thank you mama canela You hired some great people Best of luck read more

5 stars - Mama Canela is the real deal, and the haters can stay mad. I drove nearly 30 minutes (about 1 hr 16 min with traffic, but totally worth it) to Glendora Village specifically for Mama Canela, and I'm already planning the next trip. This place delivers bold Texas-inspired Tex-Mex done right: fresh ingredients, craveable classics, and that warm hospitality the owners clearly care about. We started with the homemade flour tortillas -- soft, warm, and actually made in-house instead of the sad pre-packaged ones so many places pass off. The chicken fajitas came out sizzling with perfectly seasoned meat, peppers, and onions that still had some bite. My partner got the shrimp tacos and they were excellent -- plump shrimp, bright flavors, no greasy aftertaste. Beans and rice weren't an afterthought either; both were flavorful and properly cooked. Everything tasted like someone in the kitchen actually gives a damn. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The vibe in the heart of Glendora Village hits that sweet spot -- relaxed enough for a casual weeknight, elevated enough for a date night. Validated parking was a nice bonus and made the whole experience smoother. Now, about those 1-star reviews floating around... some of y'all are wild. If you ordered the mildest thing on the menu and then complained it "wasn't spicy enough," that's a you problem. If you showed up during peak dinner rush on a weekend, refused to wait a reasonable amount of time for food that's actually cooked to order, and then left a one-star meltdown, maybe lower your expectations or just stay home with DoorDash. Portions felt generous for the quality. Pricing is fair for fresh ingredients and homemade tortillas in this area -- you're not getting gas-station quality here. And the "not authentic" crowd needs to remember this is Tex-Mex with Texas roots, not a regional Mexican restaurant from a specific state. Different lanes. We're already talking about coming back for brunch and happy hour. If you're looking for solid, flavorful Tex-Mex that feels like comfort food made with care, skip the noise and just go. Mama Canela is a welcome addition to Glendora Village and easily earns the full five stars from us. read more

Mama Canela - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

Where do I start...our waitress Marissa 5 stars all the way. She was great, attentive, knowledgeable and took great care of myself and 3 girlfriends. The food & drinks were good, the atmosphere was great. We were impressed and enjoying our Friday night out for dinner and just catching up on life. These are where my 2 stars came from. The down fall and why I will not return nor recommend going here to my friends or family. We waited approximately 30-40mins for a table understanding it's a Friday evening dinner rush. Let's say we were seated about 6:40pm. We order drinks, took longer than usual (30 mins) but our waitress came over apologized and all good. We then order an appetizer. Then we order dinner, ate, still enjoying our drinks then about 8:50pm a gentleman comes to our table and says do you mind if I move you outside to a table I have a reservation for this table. We kinda looked at each other, I think in shock and my friend says just bring us the bill, we'll leave. A young man brings our bill (close to $300), while this same gentleman hovered our table it felt. Our waitress was even shocked that we had our bill and we were leaving. Come to find out this was the owner that asked to move us. My friend let him know as he held the door open for us to leave that he was rude and we would not come back again. He proceeded to tell us that he offered to move us and there's no other way to say it. My response is yes there is other ways, one is to not say it at all. He said he'd buy us a round of drinks at the bar and to please come back again to make it right. That technically they have 90min limits. this needs to be posted, mentioned something when you're seated. We in so many words overstayed our welcome We hung out outside down aways for about 15 minutes this is including or back & forth with the owner. When we walked past there was no one sitting at our table, vacant. I understand food service, they need to turn their tables for profit and especially a new establishment. But with etiquette or lack of etiquette from the owner they might set themselves up for failure. I believe there was a better way he could have put asking to move our table and it wouldn't have been so off putting. Hopefully with his new manager he mentioned he was bringing this will improve. Very sad because I really was looking forward to going back. read more

We went to eat at the restaurant a few days after it was open as with other complaints the website does not say that you need to have reservation we were told, and the person we talked to did have a bit of an attitude that it would be a two hour wait we could see tables open inside, but maybe they didn't have the correct amount of staff, but there was a total of 12 people that walked away because of the attitude of the staff we will not be back. We have been eating in downtown Glendora for over 15 years, never came across this kind of an attitude. Good luck. I hope you know there's too many good restaurants in this area to put up with attitude. read more

We tried this place out on Tuesday night absolutely amazing food I had the shrimp tacos. The corn tortillas are freshly made right there at the restaurant. Fresh ingredients, great atmosphere decorated very well. The owner of the restaurant greeted us at the door. Absolutely wonderful experience highly recommend. read more

Nice clean place, a bit loud. Friendly, tentative staff. Drinks were great. Food was dry...

The inside ambiance is rustic and decorated to a point it's not overwhelming. Service was kind of slow, but it was like some of its first days opening and it was packed, so made sense to me. The food was actually really tasty! However, I will say the prices feel a little inflated when you look at the serving size. Good chips and salsa, and I'm excited to see how they do :) read more

Mama Canela - Fajita chicken nachos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

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I went for lunch today and really enjoyed my experience! The atmosphere/decor was beautiful and positive. Our waitress was also very friendly. I got chicken fajitas and my husband got shrimp tacos. The flavor was fantastic and there were generous portions. We can't wait to come back! read more

Mama Canela - Chicken fajitas - Tex-Mex Near Me - Glendora, California

Okay food, but service was super slow. We ordered an appetizer and it took almost like 30 minutes. Additionally, people who came in after us got their stuff faster so it didn't make sense. food itself was ok but i don't know if i would come back. Service staff was nice and decor was good. read more

Very beautiful inside this little restaurant. Very nice people too. The food was ok. Got the combo fajitas, the chicken was a little dry. Over all an ok meal. Seems like they're still trying to figure things out. Probably go back for another try once they've been open a little longer. I would make a reservation if you plan to go. read more

I can't believe how many people showed up when this place isn't even officially open yet! The fajitas were incredible, and you could literally see and smell them throughout the entire restaurant because everyone was so excited to try them. Every meal comes with chips and hot salsa, and we added the queso, which was absolutely delicious. The watermelon margaritas definitely pack a punch! You could tell it was the restaurant's first night and that they were still working through the normal challenges that come with a soft opening, but our server, Anne-Marie, never stopped smiling. She was attentive, accommodating, and handled the busy atmosphere so well. Overall, we had a great experience and are so happy we got the chance to try this place. We can't wait to come back. read more

I'm usually not the type of person to ever leave a one star review... but I was left feeling sooooo sad and disappointed with our experience celebrating my mother's birthday. Our waitress Becca was attentive in the beginning, but she completely abandoned us after we were done eating. The food was honestly just okay, it wasn't impressive but it also wasn't horrible. After our meal, we had finished plates just sitting at our table and empty water glasses that were NEVER refilled. My father called and emailed the restaurant informing them of the birthday celebration, and there was no recognition for my mother's birthday. We sat waiting for the check for 15 minutes and had to ask the kind staff Dominic to help us out. At that point, we just wanted to go home and celebrate elsewhere. We asked Dominic for to go bags, which they had ran out of, and he was so kind and attentive to us!! He wasn't our waiter, yet he went to the extra effort to go to the back and bring us the to go bags we asked for in a promptly manner. When our waitress finally returned, she informed us of the gratuity already being included because we were a party of 6 and her negligence made more sense. She excused it as being "busy", but it's hard to believe... especially considering there were plenty of empty tables at 4:30 on a Saturday. The ambiance of the restaurant was lovely, but the flavor of food and service from our waitress were so disappointing!! :( Thankfully we didn't let it spoil our celebration. If you do decide to visit Mama Canela's, be prepared to have to advocate for yourself to ensure you receive good service. read more

Amazing armor I've yummiest food can't wait for official opening just had a xtra loaded margarita frozen yum ! read more

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The wait was a little long, but honestly, it was worth it! The drinks were really good, and the food was absolutely amazing. Everything had so much flavor, and the tortillas were probably my favorite--they were SO good! You can definitely tell there's care put into the food. Overall, we had a great experience and I would definitely come back again! read more