On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

3.9
1222 reviews

About

Mexican RestaurantRestaurant
Our day begins making fresh chips & salsa in-house and continues as we fire up your favorite Tex-Mex flavors. Enjoy our family-friendly fare at the restaurant, to-go, or delivered in Irving, TX.

Location

On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
8555 S Quebec St, Highlands Ranch, CO
80130, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
1,222 reviews
5 stars
552
4 stars
299
3 stars
159
2 stars
77
1 star
135

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service from various servers, particularly highlighting individuals like Dave, Keno, and Star.

Food Quality

The food received mixed reviews; while many enjoyed the flavors and portions, some noted issues with incorrect orders and food temperature.

Atmosphere

The restaurant atmosphere was generally described as pleasant and family-friendly, although some reviews mentioned it could be quiet or lacking energy.

Operational Issues

Several customers reported problems with service speed, incorrect orders, and early closing times, indicating potential management or staffing challenges.
  • MR
    Mike Rotch
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Best salsa in the country, huge serving sizes, low prices, and nice people.
  • EN
    Eric Nelsen
    Dec 26, 2025
    4.0
    We went to dinner on Christmas Eve and were pleased that we were able to find a nice restaurant that was open. The food was good. I recommend the brisket tacos. They were a blend of Mexican food and BBQ. Our waitress was good and help to make our dining experience wonderful.
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    BJ DJ
    Dec 22, 2025
    5.0
    Alex, the server, was very kind to take care of my order and thoughtful about my time before I paid. I haven't been to On The Border for years, though I love Mexican food, but I believe their chips, their salsa, and even their taco salad are amazing! Hope to come back someday.
  • TM
    Tom McCarthy
    Dec 12, 2025
    5.0
    Our waiter, Keno, did an excellent job. Fast service, very nice, and wasn't hovering or absent. The manager, Emily, was the same way and treated us to dessert and a discount when she found out it was our first time from Keno. Exactly the service you want when dining. The food was pretty good. Generous helpings for the price - $16 per entree and solid food and margaritas. As usual the complimentary chips and salsa are great - right level of crisp, salt, and spice. The atmosphere was also decent - not bland and interesting, but not noisy or obnoxious. Very comfortable to sit, eat, and talk freely with friends or family. Our favorite fast casual now and will come back for the service, quality, and value!
  • MG
    Mark Garber
    Dec 12, 2025
    5.0
    This was our first time to an OTB and we found the service by Keno to be very attentive w/o being hovering or pushy. The food was great and portions very good for the pricing. $16 average per meal. The manager, Emily, was very gracious and manages a great staff. We definitely will be back again. Thanks OTB for great evening out with my family.

Frequently Asked Questions About On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

Does On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina accept reservations?

Yes, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina accepts reservations for your convenience.

What are the regular operating hours of On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina?

On The Border is open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.