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Welcome to Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina

Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina is a trendy and upscale Mexican bar in Surf City, NC. With a menu offering delicious dishes like pineapple fajitas, chicken soft tacos, and carne asada street tacos, this restaurant has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The friendly and attentive service, along with the welcoming atmosphere, make dining here a truly enjoyable experience. The portions are generous, the margaritas are delicious, and there is even a variety of salsa options to try with the complimentary chips. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special night out, Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina is a top choice for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina: Reviews & Ratings

Bill V.
Bill V.

This was our first time at Margarita's. Food was awesome, service was speedy and the food was great! Will we be back again, absolutely!

Dana S.
Dana S.

Love this place! Such good food & service! I get the pineapple fajitas every single time and they always hit the spot! Highly recommend if you are visiting the area

William B.
William B.

Busy place! We were seated right away. The chips were hot & the salsa excellent. We were served right away. I ordered the three chicken soft tacos. I opted for making it a combo, which just added rice. Next time I will just do the tacos. It's is enough. We will certainly go back.

Jennifer D.
Jennifer D.

We saw plenty of questionable reviews but still wanted to try for ourselves and so glad we did!! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted and seated almost immediately, and it was Friday night at 6pm! Our server Ashley was outstanding! Always anticipating our needs and very friendly! The food came out looking amazing, but I can see some of the concerns. My enchiladas were made with plain boiled chicken- they still tasted great, just a bit dry inside. Same with a burrito that was ordered- not much inside like cheese or sauce so ground beef was dry too. The chori pollo dinner was excellent as were the carne Asada street tacos. Portion sizes are great. Margaritas were delicious despite some negative comments on those too. Hands down I would come here again, its huge inside and they also had a large party of 20+ that they seemed to handle very well! A nice bar area in the back and a waiting area for those who were waiting. Overall fantastic experience!

Korrey H.
Korrey H.

We walked in (group of 4) and got sat immediately around 5:00pm on a Tuesday. Everyone gets their own salsa with the chips served to share. We ordered the trio as an appetizer which came with bean dip, guacamole, and queso (very worth it). My parents got a blood orange margarita and a mango margarita (big but average tasting). I got beef nachos, my brother got the California burrito with shrimp, my brother got carne asada tacos, and my dad got steak fajitas. Everything was great! Service was nice and attentive. The music was fun too. Cute shirts to buy too!

Peg B.
Peg B.

There was a 1.5 hour wait for another restaurant/griille on the beach so we wandered over to Margarita's. Best choice we made all week! While there was a small line, we got seated in 5 minutes. The place is clean, everyone was Uber-friends, and service was impeccable. The Palma Margarita was like a refreshing Pima colada with toasted coconut on the rim. We shared the birria and the Alhambra which were both served with rice, beans, and onions, tomatoes, lettuce. Both were delicious. And the price was very reasonable. Skip the beach bar & grill and go to Margarita's. You won't be sorry!

Ranjini S.
Ranjini S.

Nice little Mexican restaurant near the beach. We grabbed quesadillas, tacos and a fajita to go. Service was really fast and the food was very good.

Location

Welcome to Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina, located at 204 N New River Dr in Surf City, NC. This vibrant eatery offers a combination of a casual, trendy, and upscale dining experience, perfect for groups and families alike. With ample parking options, a full bar, and TVs for entertainment, Margarita’s sets the stage for a memorable dining experience.

Customer reviews rave about the delicious food and speedy service at Margarita’s. Dishes like pineapple fajitas, chicken soft tacos, carne asada street tacos, and steak fajitas are highly recommended by patrons. The trio appetizer, featuring bean dip, guacamole, and queso, is a must-try for those looking to sample a variety of flavors.

While some reviewers noted minor issues with certain dishes being slightly dry, overall, the portion sizes and quality of food received high praise. The bar area adds to the ambiance, offering a selection of tasty margaritas like blood orange and mango.

Overall, Margarita’s Mexican Grill & Cantina offers a fantastic dining experience with attentive service, great food, and a lively atmosphere. If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by and indulge in some authentic Mexican cuisine that will leave you eager to come back for more.