Went for an early lunch during the work day. The Brewery District Local Cantina has a comfortable feel to it, and it was an easy spot to have a work conversation over some tacos.
I ordered the Wheezy Special, which was delicious! It might be a tad oily/greasy, but really you can only complain so much when you get free chips and salsa!
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Was visiting back from Chicago with my Boyfriend and had a bad craving for chips and salsa.
If you're in Columbus, Ohio and craving a taste of Mexico, look no further than Local Cantina! I recently had the pleasure of dining at this vibrant spot, where my taste buds were taken on a tantalizing journey. But what made the experience truly special was knowing that Olivia and the staff, worked SO hard to make sure we had a good experience!
From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the warm and inviting atmosphere. The colorful decor and lively music immediately set the tone for a fun and enjoyable meal. The menu was a delightful array of traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist, offering something for everyone.
Starting with appetizers, the guacamole was a standout. Creamy, fresh, and perfectly seasoned, it was the ideal companion to the crispy tortilla chips. The street corn, with its charred sweetness and tangy crema, was a crowd-pleaser that transported my taste buds to the bustling streets of Mexico City.
For the main course, I opted for the tacos. (Of course) The Tempura shrimp is my new FAVORITE. (Thanks Olivia)
To complement the meal, the margaritas were a must-try. Olivia's recommendation margarita, was a delight that perfectly balanced sweetness and tanginess. It was evident that the bartenders at Local Cantina take pride in crafting cocktails that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Now… What truly made the experience exceptional was Olivia's attentive service. Her genuine enthusiasm for the restaurant and its offerings shone through, making the meal feel like a personal journey through the menu. Her recommendations were spot-on, and her friendly demeanor added a personal touch to the dining experience.
So, if you find yourself in the Buckeye State's capital, make sure to stop by Local Cantina and experience the magic firsthand. And who knows, you might even have the pleasure of being guided through the menu by the one and only Olivia! We will be back!
Olivia was such an amazing bartender! She served up some bomb strawberry margs and put smiles on our faces. 10/10 would recommend
Latin American flavor with impactful sauces that adds taste to your meal. I had the chicken and steak fajitas that were out of this world. Delicious corn and their salsa is impactful. Decent prices. Nice and friendly staff. Parking available for a fee and nearby parking garages.
Great food nice atmosphere self serve chips and salsa and they had vegan gluten free options I will be back for a good price go check them out
wish i could give this place 10000 stars! Great food, great drinks, great vibes. All of the staff is very personable and makes you feel very welcomed. Josie was my server and she was the best!! She recommended me a taco salad which was so delicious!! 10/10 recommend this place and will be coming back to eat soon!
Nice little spot. Your paying 5.50 for a taco. The taco is decent, nothing special. But your paying for atmosphere. Which is nice. They have a great n/a beer selection which I like. Free chips and salsa which is also cool. Overall it was not bad and pretty much what I expected for a non Mexican taco spot in Columbus ohio.
The food, atmosphere, and drinks were all outstanding! My friends and I dined here on a a busy Tuesday night and our server, Josie, gave us such great service.
She answered all questions we had pertaining to food selection and was very knowledgeable of the menu. One of my friends has a lot of food sensitivity and she was able to help us customize a meal to work around her allergies.
We for sure will be back!
We had Olivia helping us out and we had a great experience. This was my boyfriend and my first time, and Olivia was super personable and sweet. You do not find people these days who you can tell genuinely enjoy their job, so my boyfriend and I were very pleased with the food and how great Olivia was. We will for sure be back for more great food and great service!
Stopped in last week while visiting my mom from out of town and was wowed with my experience. The food was great and came out quickly and the atmosphere was fun and bright.
Our server Josie went above and beyond to make sure our experience was enjoyable and even recommended the 'We So Corny' dip, which is not something I would typically order, and it is now my favorite thing on the menu!
We will definitely be back!
I normally go to the local cantina in UA but I came to this location last Tuesday because my dad lives nearby. I wanted to leave a review because the service was way better here than at my typical location. Our server, Olivia, was super friendly and gave fast service. When I told her I wanted to switch it up from my usual order she was quick to give me suggestions. I am in the service industry as well so it was refreshing to have such a friendly server that kept checking in on us. I will definitely come to this location more often instead of the one near my house.
Taco Tuesday! Very nice deal. Salsa was good, guac was made fresh for us on order. Love the serve-yourself chips. Brilliant idea. Had carnitas LC truck style (protein w onions and cilantro) shrimp and chicken tinga. All very good. Wife had brisket, carne asada and Hong Kong Phooey (chicken w pineapple salsa). She loved 'em. Planning on going back with my daughter and her fam next Tuesday. Staff were cool. Game day so things were hoppin but they stayed on top of it.
We were doing the electric bikes through the city and we stopped in here for dinner.
They have a little salsa bar with chips that you can get when you walk in and the tacos were amazing!! The crunchweezy was the best!
Strawberry margarita was not that impressive. But I would definitely go back again and try a different margarita next time.
Josie was our server and greeted us with big smiles, she made our night keeping our drinks filled and making sure everyone at the table had what we needed at our every ask and desire. Love coming to our Local Cantina, the food and atmosphere are the best and we will ask to be seated at Josie's tables whenever possible!
Fun joint. Lots of taco selections and they're tasty. One or two will do it. Just outside German Village so close to other joints if you wanna hop around. Some outside searing and roll up doors when weather is nice. Had a burrito bowl and it was tasty. Prices are in line. Parking is ok, just be patient and willing to walk a little. Recommended.
I have been to various local cantina locations, but this one is by far my favorite! The staff is 10/10, we love coming to see Josie! She always provides great conversation and outstanding service. Next time you stop in I recommend requesting Josie!
Highly recommend asking for Josie as your server the next time you visit here! She did an outstanding job during our first trip to Local Cantina and constantly made sure our needs were met. The atmosphere and the food were also perfect. My family and I will most definitely be coming back to this location!!
Our server was great!!! We absolutely love him! Cody was very personal, relatable, and actually made us laugh. The GM Zach came out and checked on us which made our experience that much better. We were celebrating our girlfriend’s birthday and this was our first stop of the night. We all agreed that we’ll definitely be back to this particular location just based on the vibe alone.
I placed my order online and 15 minutes later, it was ready to go when they said it would. Staff was extremely kind and helpful. The chips and salsa were excellent and the tacos are to die for! Even better when they give you free chips and salsa with your order 😀
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