El Barrio Cantina

4.4
230 reviews

About

Mexican Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

El Barrio Cantina
1731 East 4th Street, Long Beach, CA
90802, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
230 reviews
5 stars
157
4 stars
42
3 stars
15
2 stars
6
1 star
10

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Many customers praised the food for its delicious flavors and unique twists on traditional Mexican dishes, particularly highlighting items like potato tacos and ceviche.

Service Experience

While several reviews noted excellent and attentive service, there were also complaints about slow service and issues with order accuracy.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is frequently described as having a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, though some found the noise level too high for conversation.

Pricing

Customers generally found the prices reasonable, especially during happy hour, but some felt certain items were overpriced for the quality received.

Cleanliness Issues

A few reviews pointed out concerns regarding cleanliness, particularly in the bathrooms, which detracted from the overall experience.
  • SR
    Stevie Roux
    1 day ago
    3.0
    I’ve been here a few times now, and the food is consistently delicious. The servers—especially Marie—are incredibly kind and welcoming, which really stands out and keeps me coming back. That said, I’ve had mixed experiences at the bar. Some of the bartenders can come off a bit rude or not very accommodating, which is disappointing compared to how great the servers are.. I’ve also stopped in a couple of times just for a beer close to closing, around 11:20 PM, when people were still inside, but was told they were already closed—even though the posted hours suggested they should still be open... Either the hours need to be updated, or there needs to be clearer consistency. Overall, I’d definitely recommend going during happy hour if you want to sample a few things. And the Wednesday all-you-can-eat tacos for $25 is a solid deal—hard to pass up. 🌮🍻
  • HM
    Hannah Myers
    Dec 14, 2025
    5.0
    I had my birthday dinner here last night and it was amazing!! We ordered the chile mango margarita pitcher for the table and I love that it was served in a beverage dispenser with a spout rather than having to fight ice to get the drink into a glass. The potato tacos were SO good, we got two orders for appetizers, the aquachile shrimp & then a round of tacos (the cauliflower esquite, carnitas, barria & carne asana) and every dish was mega tasty! It blows the other Mexican restaurant up the street on 4th out of the water. The service was great, she recommended many dishes & allowed us to take our time ordering & brought out a dessert with a candle for my birthday! I definitely will be coming back to try some other dishes on the menu
  • ML
    Merrique Lynn
    Dec 10, 2025
    5.0
    Stopped by for quick drinks. I had a wonderful time and the inside is so beautiful. The bartenders were so helpful and were able to check the drinks for what was safe for me.
  • BS
    Bob Shintaku
    Nov 23, 2025
    5.0
    We had a great time and our server was fantastic!!! Macenzie pretty much order for us and it was delicious.
  • AA
    Aaron Allar
    Oct 24, 2025
    5.0
    Great little Mexican food place modest fancyish, feels bigger on the inside then it looks.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Barrio Cantina

What are the operating hours of El Barrio Cantina?

El Barrio Cantina is open from 3 PM to 10 PM Monday through Tuesday, 3 PM to 11 PM Wednesday through Thursday, 12 PM to midnight Friday and Saturday, and 10 AM to 9 PM on Sunday.

Does El Barrio Cantina offer delivery and pickup services?

Yes, El Barrio Cantina offers both in-store pickup and delivery services to customers.