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    Rooster’s Cantina

    4.4 (34 reviews)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    ROOSTER’S CANTINA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Michael J.

    Attended for the Yelp event I will post another review based on my next visit...overall 4/5

    David I.

    Well was hoping for a killer experience but unfortunately the food fell short. We decided to hit Roosters before the Yelp Elite event tomorrow.The service was great. We decided to sit at the bar just to enjoy the TV and the action. The bar tenders were awesome. Spot on in service and drinks. The order was taken and received in a timely matter. I ordered the Asada Taco's on the happy hour menu. When they arrive The server explained that she made a mistake and out the order in as a dinner not happy hour. SO we got rice and beans as well. They were plump and hot. Unfortunately the meat was tuff and chewy. The refried bean seem mohave been spooned right out the can. The chicken taco's were much better. We will as usual give the an another chance.

    Brendan B.

    This is a nice little place to grab a bite to eat if you are out and about in the downtown area hanging out, they have a limited menu with Mexican food the dining area is not to big I'm sure it can get very crowded and packed, they have a full bar with a wide range of bar seating, the service is pretty good, the happy hour is great 6 dollar whiskey and Coke and a House Margarita and a few appetizers the salsa is very fresh and delicious, the main course items have good flavors but nothing out of this world, if you are in the area out having some drinks at the local bars that are downtown stop by and have a few more drinks and get some food. They also have a whiskey and tequila club that you could join. Go and check them out.

    Joanna G.

    This place is so so good ! I ordered the asada quesadilla and it was so amazing ! The chips and the salsa are so delicious too ! The service is friendly and kind. The place is also very welcoming !

    Amazing experience! Dakota crushed it behind the bar best ice-cold martini ever.
    Heather L.

    Amazing experience! Dakota the bartender was on it all night--serving everyone without missing a beat. Best martini I've had: ice cold with perfect ice chips.

    Best Martini & chile verde nachos!
    Nicole C.

    Great atmosphere! Best martini and chili Verde nachos! ! Highly recommend!!!! Love downtown!

    Thank You Brooklyn for being AMAZING!!!

    All I have to say about this place is....Cock a doodle do!!! but in spanish The food never fails it's so good, it reminds me of back home in Whittier California. The chef is amazing the owner is very welcoming. And my girl Brooklyn is awesome!!! Love this place.

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    Randy M.

    Incredible spot with great food and drinks. The mural on the wall is iconic Bako with a 19th street view of Roosters Honkytonk. The interior is well done and they have outside seating for cooler months. The staff are energetic and friendly. Manuel is in the kitchen pumping out comfort food. We had sliders, Mexican pizza, chips and bean dip, and carne asada tacos! Just Greaf and a wonderful addition to Bako! Well done!

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    3 months ago

    Extremely Over priced, very small portions, steak fajitas were like shoe leather, service was so ridiculously slow! Just horrible!

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    5 months ago

    First time here...great food & drinks and excellent service!!!! Will definitely be returning here!!!! Great location!

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    6 months ago

    Very pleasant atmosphere. Service was excellent and happy hour food was good. Owner even stopped by to make sure we were content.

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    1 year ago

    I went by at 8pm on Tues night and they were closed. They say they are open til 9pm. Locked tight.

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