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Carlos Cantina - Boronia

Restaurant Meal takeaway Mexican restaurant Tex mex restaurant

Informal place for made-to-order Mexican food & margaritas, with many veggie & gluten-free options. People often mention good, staff, great, service, Mexican, meal,


Address

Unit 19/163 Boronia Rd, Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

Website

carloscantina.com.au

Contact

+61 483 969 777

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (817 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 5:30 to 9:30 PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 to 9:30 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 5:30 to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 5:30 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 5:30 to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 5:30 to 9:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 5:30 to 9:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (10) staff (10) great (9) service (8) Mexican (8) meal (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 david b. 1 year ago on Google • 68 reviews
    First time ever coming here Gotta admit it's pretty good Nice and tasty not dry at all And the margaritas are a must order ! Will definitely be back for more Also awesome staff on the floor Keep up the work!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 helia t. 1 year ago on Google • 36 reviews
    The experience is worth every single cent. The food’s great, the drinks are amazing and we love the hats you get with the fishbowl margaritas. (I have a whole collection at home). Very speedy service and the staff always have great attitude and smiling. Special mention to Saahan (hope I’m spelling their name right),the manager because he really knows what he is doing and at this point is a friend of ours. We go back every second week or so and you should too, you will not regret it.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joe De M. 1 year ago on Google • 91 reviews
    At the west end of Boronia Village you will find Carlos Cantina Mexican restaurant. It was my first visit and I wasn't disappointed. The meals were good and decent sized portions. On the menu you will find exactly what you would expect from a Mexican restaurant. I got to try the Classic Nachos, Seafood Enchilada, Beef Combinacion and the Churros with chocolate sauce and ice cream. Very satisfied with the meal as I was with the Sangria as well. The staff served with a smile and the service was quick although the restaurant was close to full. Worth a meal and repeat visit. I also recommend it for a family outing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vivek W. 1 year ago on Google • 298 reviews
    - convenient location and Plenty of car parking spaces.. - excellent staff.. very humble, smiling and welcoming.. - the Mexican food is really delicious - best to visit either on Monday or Tuesday when they have special deals going.. recommend booking in advance as they are always crazy busy.. - you get the colourful hat if it’s your birthday.. - the staff also helps with the cake and the related birthday celebration.. that was good to see when we were there.. 😊 - one less star: for having to keep following up with the staff for the cutlery.. our food was served and we were just waiting on the cutlery..

  • 5/5 Jess S. 5 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    My friends and I had a great time. Special shout out to the waitress who stayed back till 10 just so we could have a good time, for 3 mum with young kids I hope you know how much we enjoyed ourselves! We will be back again soon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Theresa N. 1 year ago on Google
    My partner and I came in tonight for dinner. It was peacefully quiet and were severed by a young girl, who was amazing. The food and service was fast and tasty. I would recommend this place and will be coming back in the future.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim H. 1 year ago on Google
    Its always a good feed. Half price nights just make it cheaper. I've eaten here hundreds of times and never had a bad meal. Service its spot on with no waiting around
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 S M B. 5 months ago on Google • 100 reviews
    Popped in for tea on a Monday night - place was bursting, very lucky to have got a table. Had a deal on which is why it was so busy. Service was excellent. Food was excellent as well and came out in a timely manner. Wish I lived closer so we could visit more often. Thanks for having us.

  • 4/5 Helena 1 year ago on Google • 59 reviews
    We were craving Mexican so we had a search around to see if there were any local spots nearby and came across here! We ordered (for 2, and overordered😂): 🌮Taco Loco (shrimp, chicken, chilli con canne) 🌮Enchilada Grande (chicken, beef) 🌮Quesadilla Supreme (chicken) 🍫 Chocolate Taco 🍹Mango Madness (mango with strawberry liquer) 🧀Cheese sauce (secret menu item 🤫) Everything was in such generous servings for a great hearty meal and the staff were super friendly💗 The chocolate taco was a highlight!! Literally a brownie sandwich that was deliciousss would go back for more🤤 Definitely ask for the cheese sauce - they make it in-house and it is delicious, packed with so much flavour!! They also have an extensive magherita menu and deals as well where you can get a sombrero!!🤠 At the time we went, they also offer 30% off on Mondays and Tuesdays so defs book ahead if you can as they can get quite busy!

  • 4/5 Priya K. 4 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Will come again!! Nice place for a quick dinner. 30% off on entrees and mains on Mondays! Great deal! Just a really noisy table behind us. But glad they enjoyed their evening.

  • 3/5 Carolyn D. 1 month ago on Google • 14 reviews New
    Very crowded, trying to fit too many tables into a small space. We could not sit at the table, we had to move it so we could pull out the chairs to sit down. Waiters and Waitresses need to be able to expand on the menu when asked questions.

  • 4/5 Bos W. 6 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    It is a nice setting with good jives & warm light. Personally I felt that the Servers can be more detailed towards taking orders & making a difference to the birthday person eg. Playing birthday music while the cake is served, bringing plates, spoons, cutter & napkins ready for us. It will be wonderful to have the servers enjoying part of our celebration in the singing or cheers to make the place even more lively. We didn’t know that there were props like Amigo hat for our photo taking, this is the little thing that was missed out that will make a difference from other restaurants. Overall the food & drink are great. Chicken chipotle & Baked Potato Skin with chicken & corn chips dip in salsa sauce are the best Margaritas is a must have. It was wonderful on the whole. Worth a try!👍🏻

  • 5/5 Barbara E. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    We enjoyed a Birthday dinner with family. Staff were very happy to accommodate us, the food was very tasty, and the atmosphere was celebratory with a cake delivered with happy birthday singing; all at a reasonable price 👍

  • 4/5 kathy s. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was very tasty and good sized servings. Friendly staff. We went at 5:30 and ordered so food came out quickly. It was on a Monday 40% off special and restaurant was quite busy by the time we left. Lots of seats inside so it did feel a bit tight banging chairs into the table behind us but it wasn’t an issue.

  • 4/5 Fiona D. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food. Quite noisy but I think this is a good sign that it's a well-loved eating place, that especially seems to welcome big groups. I'd definitely eat there again. We were there for our anniversary, so hubby thought it could've been quieter, but as I'd gone with a big group recently, and loved it so much, I had to return. You can easily tune out the others and just focus on each other.

  • 5/5 Lisa P. 1 year ago on Google
    We had our Christmas party for 20 people last night and it was a great night. Food came out really quickly. Excellent value for money. The food, drinks and especially the service was excellent, we couldn't have asked for anything more Would definitely recommend!!!

  • 5/5 TK D. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Mexican restaurant in the area. Loved all the dishes we tried, friendly staff and good atmosphere overall.

  • 5/5 May L. 9 months ago on Google
    Crew is always so pleasant. Food always satisfies my cravings and not one of those “I could have done it better at home.” Definitely the best Mexican joint around the block! They have deals every now and then too, good value for money!

  • 5/5 Lisa K. 9 months ago on Google
    Consistently great fresh food & service! 👏

  • 4/5 Russell C. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic service and sensational food. We love the place. Just lost one star because it was so noisy it was almost impossible to have a conversation. Two very raucous tables were nearby. I know you can't do much about that though.

  • 4/5 Peter W. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly and quick service. Best Mexican food I have tasted. Good value for money on Monday and Tuesday dine-in meals. Will definitely return for more.

  • 5/5 Alex P. 1 year ago on Google
    Service was absolutely amazing. Very quick from order to table. Staff are friendly and always smiling. Food is incredible!!!! Definitely be back again. Should have a Monster meal challenge and if done in 30 mins then your meal is 50% off. Hope you consider to put something like that on your menu. X

  • 5/5 Liz F. 7 months ago on Google
    Great tasting food, yummy margaritas. Very attentive staff too.

  • 4/5 Josceline T. 1 year ago on Google
    Randomly pick a Mexican place by following the reviews and this a great pick ! Food will take awhile to get to you but it’s very filling and worth to share. A main can feed 2 people ; )

  • 2/5 Chantelle T. 6 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    It’s a shame. Appears the change of owners has impacted the quality of service and experience. Food is still great - but the vibe just isn’t the same. Prices are very expensive and they no longer have the same weekly specials - meaning value for $ is really limited. .


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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