Had a work related meeting in Sunnyvale. Being unfamiliar with the area, I went Downtown to find a place to eat and came across Roberto's. I thought the menu was overpriced, but then again I was in Sunnyvale. We ordered Carne Asada Tacos, Enchiladas, and a Chicken Burrito, the burrito was a tortilla with chicken inside, cheese on top, and sauce, nothing else. The chicken was over cooked and chewy. The carne asada was decent, but the tacos had more cilantro that meat. The best thing they had to offer was chips and salsa. For the last price points, solid 2 stars. read more

I LOVE Roberto's Cantina! First of all, they have great margaritas and a ton of tequilas to choose from. But my absolute favorite dish is the chicken enchiladas with Xocoqui (Ho- Co- Key) sauce!!!!!! It's so delicious!!!!! read more

Recently we visited this place to get our Mexican food fix. Loved the food and the ambience. We were not super hungry so we decided to get a single entree with 2 dishes and we shared it. This place is located in Sunnyvale downtown, where free music concerts are conducted on Wednesday evening(that's when we visited ;)) We tried to get a place to sit outside but couldn't since it was a busy evening for the entire neighborhood. The server happily seated us inside. Chips and 2 types of salsas were served as soon as we were seated. Both the salsas were equally delicious but I loved the spicy one the most. Next we ordered an entree with chicken enchilada and chicken tacos that was served with rice and beans. The portion size was perfect for two of us. The tacos were fresh with homemade feeling and it reminded us of food in Cabo, Mexico..yes it was that close to being that good. The enchiladas were fresh and delicious. In addition to the food, we ordered Sangria and it was delicious. It had fresh cut apple pieces that made it taste fresh. Have tried Sangria at many places but have never seen fresh cut fruit in it. Overall a good place to satisfy your mexican food cravings. Will be back soon to try more food. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Sangria - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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This is a friendly restaurant with delicious Mexican food. I had the chicken enchilada combination plate with black beans. The chicken was soft and delightful with the melted cheese and red sauce. My husband had the Rajitas Poblanas with beef. This dish was very rich and savory! Every bite was very memorable. The cheese had a unique flavor and was very creamy. The rice also came with potato chunks. I was also given chips with a spicy red and mild green sauce. Service was quick and friendly. The restaurant has outdoor seating, and indoor seating (front and back). Lots of big windows, so it doesn't feel enclosed. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Rajitas Poblanas with beef - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Summary: Close cousin to Fiesta Del Mar in Mtn View, strong/tasty margaritas, variety of shrimp dishes, large portions, try the Xocoqui, pricey for lunch Details: This is the same Roberto from the now-closed Fiesta Del Mar 2 in Mtn View. Thankfully, the food, ambiance and servers are all better than the replacement Agave on Castro. There's no hostess stand so it can be a bit confusing when you walk in - hang out by the front door and someone will tell you how long the wait is. Come early on weekends. The Xocoqui (Ho - Co - Key) here is similar to the Enjococado (aka Grandma's Special) from La Fiesta although this one is thinner and less spicy. The Rajitas Poblanas is my favorite item on the menu -- the portion is huge and there's just the right amount of chile. The Chile Verde is also quite good -- I really like the green tomatillo sauce. Luckily they bring some with the chips; I always ask for extra. Some of the reviews have mentioned that the pork and beef are more flavorful than the chicken. I agree but there's nothing wrong with the chicken. Did I mention the margaritas? The house margarita is quite tasty and is made fresh without the usual industrial mix. A pitcher contains 5 glasses and is $30. On a recent visit, the Habanerita (spicy marg) wasn't that spicy. Lunch is only a few dollars less than dinner which makes it a little pricey. It can get pretty loud during peak dinner. Say hi to Roberto on your first visit and he's likely to remember you the next time you come in. read more

Stopped by for the annual pilgrimage to celebrate Cinco De Mayo and had a great time. We were lucky to find the last two seats at the bar. We spent the next couple of hours enjoying street taco's and fresh ceviche along with endless Margarita's and watching some sports on the various TV's. Roberto and his whole team were on point with smiles and service that rivals anywhere. Lots of regulars go to Roberto as he has been in the area for 23+ years at various locations. On Cinco De Mayo we see a lot of the same faces year to year. Food - I have never been disappointed with the food. Roberto's offers a wide range of dishes from vegetarian to full on carnitas platters and everything in between. The salsa served with the endless chips are amazing. Both red and green sauces with varying "heat" will satisfy anyone's need for chips and salsa. My person recommendation on the menu is the Ceviche, Rojas Poblanos or the Carnitas in any of ts variations. Drinks - Great selection of very cold Mexican beers on tap. One of the best selections of tequila in the bay and the knowledge to walk you through them all. For the newer hipster types.....LOL........they also have a really nice selection of bourbons and bitters. If you want a margarita you will also not be disappointed. They are my favorite. the homemade sweet and sour makes the difference. A classic house Marg on the rocks will do you right. Service - As someone that has been going to see Roberto since his day at FDM2 I may be the wrong person to comment on the service. I personally get great service, but at times as with any restaurant it can be slow for varying reasons. As long my margarita glass, snifter of tequila and/or beer is full....they can take their time. I am no rush and enjoying the time. All in all it is my favorite place for the full experience of Mexican food, drink and hospitality. Roberto and his staff make you feel like family and should be experienced to its fullest potentials. read more

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Worker providing menus, water and going in and out of kitchen did not wear a mask at any time. Mentioned this to staff and was told "he's a friend of the owner just helping out ..." I appreciate that he is helping out, but he should please wear a mask like every other worker and all other patrons who wore masks when they were up and about. read more

BEST MF CARNITAS ANYWHERE ANYTIME. My favorite part of the carnitas is the crispy edges... well, somehow, the cook made the carnitas almost ALL crispy edges. Maybe he overcooked them on accident or there was a fire but they were the best. They taste awesome even without adding either of the two fresh, chunky, cilantro and onion heavy salsas (red and green) that come out with the cold hard (but free) chips. I got the carnitas burrito w/ rice and creamy refried beans : I ate just the meat first, and then the tortilla afterward is like a super cheesy quesadilla. It's like they melt cheese on a tortilla and then fill it with meat. That's a good day. The place is cool. Good service. Flat screens. Quirky art. A five seater bar adds to the ambiance. Patio for people-watching. Not super cheap, but not bad considering it's on Murphy Avenue. read more

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I liked everything about Roberto's especially Roberto! I entered as a stranger and left as an amigo. A real familia restaurant. Bill,, read more

5 of us ate here and we tried a variety of dishes. We ordered 2 plates of bacon wrapped scallops for the table. They were served on a plate of delicious creamy sauce. The chips and 2 salsas, one red, one green were spiced just right. I had a combo plate of a carnitas enchilada and a tostada. The carnitas were SO good, and next time I will order the carnitas plate! My sister had the carne asada taco and quesadilla combo and she loved it. My aunt had a burrito and was only able to eat half, it was that big. My cousin had the garlic shrimp which was delicioso! My brother had the chile verde, I think. All the dishes were served with beans of your choice and rice. We also enjoyed margaritas, beer, sangria and a specialty Negroni with mescal, all very good. We also had some world-class flan for dessert. I took off one star because the server was unfriendly, a surly dude. Go for the food. read more

I'm a big supporter of small family-owned businesses. And, I know how much a negative review can impact them, so these days I try to give small businesses 3 stars or higher. Unfortunately, I can't even with Roberto's Cantina. The kitchen seems to take no pride in what they do - the food was outright terrible and made with poor quality ingredients. This is not a cheap place either, entrees are $14-$21. Even the basic staples like beans, rice, and store bought tortillas were no bueno. Frozen corn and carrots in the arroz though - what the heezy? It's not worth getting into further details or posting food pictures because I wouldn't advertise this place. Sadly, the food could not be salvaged by the customer service because it was non-existent. Service was painfully slow, and the staff was cold, apathetic, and couldn't be bothered. No check-ins, no water refills, and I had to go up to the counter to pay our bill. Mind you, they weren't even busy. Since we spent most of our time waiting, I had plenty of time to notice they seem to be selective in which tables they're attentive to. Another yelper (Nate G.), a longtime customer stated in his review that the staff pick and choose who they want to be friendly to. Sounds about right. If I didn't have a Groupon to use, I would have walked out before ordering and this would have been a 1 star review. read more

Went here on a weekend mid-afternoon. Most other restaurants on this street were closed, so we came here. I ordered two tacos and it was pretty filling after eating just one. I remembered the beans and rice tasted pretty good, but I think we waited for a really long time for the tacos to be served. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Decent dining option in downtown Sunnyvale and you want Mexican food. But the flavors were just off a little and I will not be back. Margarita - pretty decent. Camarones a la diabla - something was just off, didn't taste Mexican, tasted like American trying to make Mexican food :) Rice - something was off maybe just salt Refried beans - same deal, maybe just salt was missing. Corn tortillas - couldn't taste the corn. Overall, I did finish all my food, it was a decent dinner, nice outdoor seating. But I would not come back read more

Good authentic Mexican food, friendly staff, and the alcoholic drinks are so strong, just the way I like them. Overall great restaurant with affordable prices. read more

Roberto's Cantina - The Cantarito drink is my favorite here. - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Do not go here. Chips are stale. Salsa portions are small. Food is unseasoned. Fajitas have foreign vegetables. Chile tell Amos not breaded. Taco Bell and Del Taco are better read more

I couldn't decide between 3 or 4 stars for this place... maybe a 3.6 so I'll round up. I was craving Mexican food badly! We had the following: - Enchilada with Carnitas: I'm not normally a red meat fan, but the carnitas were so tender and well flavored. This was my favorite dish of the night. - Quesadilla: not bad, but nothing special, will probably skip next time - Chicken Burritos: They don't stuff the burritos, so it almost looked like an enchilada with just cheese and chicken inside, and rice and beans served on the side. I was kind of disappointed since I was looking for a hearty burrito- just doesn't have the same effect disassembled for some reason! The chicken wasn't chewy but wasn't exactly tender either and didn't have much flavor to it. Meals come with a side of rice and choice of beans. The refried beans were soooo good, creamy and cheesy! They serve chips with a red and green salsa. I don't usually ask for refills on the free salsa but the green one was so good I had to. It was fresh and chunky with goodness. Huge margarita menu! Out of the 4 servers we encountered, only 1 was mildly friendly and helpful. The rest seemed busy/distracted or would avert my gaze when I wanted to ask for something. Place is casual and larger than it looks from the front since there's a back room. They have high chairs and give kids' water cups. read more

I always get the Rajitas W/ Chicken or Shrimp because they are delicious! Their cocktails or specialty drinks are always great too! Nice little Mexican restaurant. read more

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This place is just a happy place. We went there right after we decided to move west a year ago and today after a tough bunch of circumstances. It's always good food, good drinks, and great service! Our favorite spot in Sunnyvale! read more

I absolutely love Roberto's! I've been many times for girls lunch, double date, and even threw a graduation party in the back (about 25 people) for my husband. Every time we come in the servers/bartender/owner provide excellent service and make us feel at home. All the food and drinks are BOMB! Authentic Mexican food made with love. My favorite dish is the Camarones (shrimp) al chipotle! Roberto's is a gem and is one of my favorite places in Sunnyvale! read more

Roberto's Cantina - Camarones al chipotle - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

An employee here discussed my weight in Spanish, probably not knowing that I understand Spanish. Also food is not that good. Whatever lol

2/3 times I came here, service was great and the food was delicious. However, on my third time I came during the Jazz & Beyond event in downtown Sunnyvale and I asked a lady for a table for 3 for my parents and me. Then she YELLED at me saying I can either eat inside or in the back or leave!!! I've never been so disrespected by an employee before. I told her kindly that my family and I can wait outside until they have a table for us. Then another group came in asking for a table outside and they were able to get a table before us. Ridiculous. We were able to get a table eventually since my father asked another employee. I'll probably update this review after I eat since our server is really nice and if I were to give 5 stars it will be for him. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Fish enchilada for $11, sooo good! - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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I thought the service is really good here. I got the enchiladas combo and a micheleda my friend got a strawberry margarita. The waiter was very attentive and when I glanced in his direction he knew I was ready to order. Great service ! read more

Outdoor seating available during quarantine and some of the best margaritas and authentic Mexican food around as well. Roberto is always around, a really friendly host, and willing to help choose a tequila, mezcal, or drink for you or to talk about his favorite foods too. I've recently enjoyed their Mole and Xocoqui plates as they are flavorful and not your typical Mexican taqueria foods. I've been most impressed with their Camarones a la tequila as well, which are melt your face off spicy, unlike their a la diabla, which is normally really spicy but here is just so so spicy but still was flavorful and good, so, you can't go wrong. read more

Came here for a work lunch with my boss and was really impressed. They were super busy during the lunch hour but we were greeted and seated right away. The chips and salsa were great, a light green salsa and semi spicy red salsa. I ordered the two taco plate, carne Asada and chicken on corn tortillas with rice/black beans. The food was fantastic, both meats were cooked, and seasoned perfectly. I have been to DT Sunnyvale before and I am surprised i missed this restaurant. If you are in the mood for some great Mexican food look no further than Roberto's. Oh and they have a huge tequila list if you just want to drink the day away. Enjoy!! read more

Roberto's Cantina - Two tacos carne Asada and chicken. Cooked perfectly. - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

So hard to find good Mexican food! Roberto's cantina is a great find and I love their food! Service is excellent and quick. the margaritas and the mezcal selection are the best in the bay! Fun, and good place to watch soccer! Great ambiance! read more

I believe this place has been around for a long time, I don't remember the last time I had come here for lunch... I made it here at a friend's request (he is a vegetarian and it is a great option for anyone who follows no meat diet). The place is located in downtown Sunnyvale on Murphy. It looks small from outside but has ample seating. We were seated right away and our friendly server was prompt. I had the chicken fajita, asked for little oil used and a few changes to the standard fajita; no issues... The meal was served fairly quick, fajita was great, a lot of food for lunch for one person and can easily feed two!!! Took the other half home, and my son got to enjoy it for his after school snack read more

Tried the chicken soup and the fish taco. The fish taco was moist enough but bland and uneventful. Just a handful of iceberg lettuce and the same salsa that comes with the chips dropped on top. I ended up picking the fish out and leaving the rest. The chicken soup was flavorful, if a little salty, and had plenty of chicken, fresh tomato, avocado and rice. It's a huge bowl as well. I wasn't expecting that, so I could only eat half. If you find yourself hungover or hit with the flu, that soup will set you right. I tasted my friends mole and it was very nice. Smokey and tasty. My big problem was with the service. It took at least 20 minutes for someone to come over and get our orders after menus were dropped off, no one ever came back to ask if we needed anything else and then I actually had to get up and go get someone (who was busy talking to her friend) to get our check. I can't say that I'll be back. There are plenty of other great Mexican places out there. read more

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Staff is friendly and attentive, food is excellent. I struggled with choosing, but had a Cadillac margarita and the pick 2 with carne asada taco and enchilada. It came with rice and beans and the portions were large. I can't wait to go back! read more

Fresh ingredients with good portion. Ivery friendly service. I normally do not like beans. I asked for 2nd of their refried bean. Silky and smooth. The shrimps is cook to perfection. Must tried in this cozy restaurant in downtown Sunnyvale. read more

Very best Mexican food! Family owned and operated. Top notch service. All food prepared fresh, and quality excellent and consistent. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

First time going to this restaurant with my friend and the customer service,food, and drinks were amazing... I'll definitely will be going back...I highly recommend it... read more

We love going downtown Sunnyvale Murphy's Street. There are lots of restaurants. This Mexican place is good and simply. Don't expect a gourmet food. It is authentic and the taste is OK. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Roberto's is a great local Mexican restaurant in downtown Sunnyvale. The location is great as there are often events just outside on Murphy street which makes Roberto's a great food stop during the event. The food is quite tasty and authentically Mexican. My personal favorite is the Rajitas Poblanas with Chicken. It has a good heat to it but is not overwhelming - just spicy enough to make my nose a bit runny. I also really enjoy the Pollo Al Xocoqui, it's not as spicy as the Rajitas Poblanas but the sauce is very flavorful and chicken is very well prepared. My fiancee is also a fan of the Nachos and recently ordered the Toastada which she enjoyed but thought was a bit too small so worth ordering a 2nd item on the combination with that one. The service is hit or miss. Sometimes the food is out incredibly fast but as they all handle all the tables as a group, sometimes it can be a long while to get a drink refill or pay your bill once your done. Overall though, the staff are always friendly and the food quality is good. Definitely can recommend stopping by this location if you're in the area and enjoy authentic Mexican food. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Toastada and the homemade tortilla chips. - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Great food and great service!! Margarita's we're fabulous and were so happy to be able to find it open in Christmas Eve!

Great meal , we both enjoyed the food as well as the fast and perfect service . Margaritas were on the table before we chose our dinner. I had the combo plate with chili rellano and a enchala, great taste , Andrew had a carnitas plate that was perfect . Can't ask for more we had great service with a wonderful meal at a reasonable price. read more

Roberto's Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Great service, enjoyed my carne asada enchiladas very much, and there's patio seating

My best friend introduced me to this place, and introduced me to Roberto! This place is awesome! A nice little whole in the wall in downtown Sunnyvale, Roberto's Cantina sits close to Fibbar Magees. We strolled in here with one mission. To consume the fable pitchers of margaritas. We got two pictchers of margaritas and they tasted GOOD!!!!! We were also given salsa and chips, which I must say, taste homemade! The chips aren't overwhelmingly greasy, which is really nice. The salsa they gave us also aste really good. It wasn't too crowded here, and Roberto was very helpful in picking an exqisite margarita for us to consume. The price in my opinion is right for the quality and service that you get! Overall; I didn't try the food (yet) but I do plan on coming back! Great service, good drinks, and a nice little setting read more

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The food here is wonderful and the staff is very friendly. It's a nice and comfortable space and everything is kept very clean. We will definitely be coming back! read more

My rating system is a possible star for: food, drinks, service, ambiance, and "other." Food: No star. Mediocre Mexican food. I got the carnitas enchiladas and the meat was dry. Weak spanish rice too. Drinks: +1 star. We ordered a few of the Patron margaritas and they were top notch. I'm a weenie and had to ask for some extra sweet and sour cause they sure didn't skimp on the tequila. Service: +1 star. Excellent. Fast, friendly, and attentive. Ambiance: +1 star. Standard Mexican spot, but excellent location in downtown Sunnyvale. Other: +1 star. They use paper straws, YAY! read more

Lunch had enchilada with carne asada (pork), probably the worst enchilada I've ever had, and the meat seemed to be cooked ..maybe a week ago? I should have chosen Chicken, maybe. The food wasn't real warm. Service was quick and good, and the price was okay, had a house Margarita with it was nice. Sat inside on Friday Noon lunch, and they were quite busy. The boss was working, and no one asked how my meal was. read more