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Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

4.5
(1184 reviews)
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2205 Middle St., Sullivan's Island, SC
29482, United States
(877) 363-4203
https://www.mex1coastalcantina.com/
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Mex 1 is the perfect surf inspired beach bar serving up craveable tacos, memorable margaritas and a killer Mexi-Cali brunch all in a friendly, laid back atmosphere. A visit to Mex 1 Coastal Cantina recreates an epic adventure off the west coast highway for which it is named. Until your next big adventure, we hope to provide you with the perfect little escape everyone needs from the daily grind of life! Always in Pursuit of the Endless Summer.

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  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Requires reservationsNot available

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Mex 1 Coastal Cantina
2205 Middle St., Sullivan's Island, SC
29482, United States

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Reviews

4.5
1,184 reviews
5 stars
798
4 stars
194
3 stars
75
2 stars
26
1 star
40

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Service quality was inconsistent, with some customers praising attentive staff while others reported slow or unfriendly service.

Food Quality

Food received mixed reviews; some dishes were praised for their flavor and freshness, while others were criticized for being mediocre or overpriced.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was generally well-received, with many customers enjoying the beachy vibe and casual setting.

Pricing Concerns

Several customers expressed dissatisfaction with pricing, feeling that some menu items were overpriced for the quality received.
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    Stephanie Lamb
    Feb 22, 2026
    4.0
    Fried brussel sprouts (amazing!!), tuna taco, trio dip appetizer, and bangin shrimp taco were the best/favorite. There were was a lack of staff so there was a long wait to be seated and for entrees. Appetizers came out fast. But even though staff were short, those present were friendly, social, and working hard. The baja fish taco could be improved with a larger piece of fish and more sauce. It was kind of lack luster. Would enjoy more vegetarian options! There's not much.
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    Scarlet Howard
    Feb 21, 2026
    5.0
    My favorite place to eat on Island and has the best margaritas in town! The mahi-mahi Baja bowl and the El jefe margarita is the best combination!
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    DD O
    Feb 20, 2026
    5.0
    Great service and authentic mexican.
  • AM
    Angela Meixner
    Jan 13, 2026
    2.0
    Getting a spot to park was the first red flag. Second was when we walked in and there wasn't very many customers. The service sucked. The waitress actually rolled her eyes, hence lack of tip, and getting her to get our check was near impossible. Food was mediocre, atmosphere was pretty cool, though.
  • FC
    Frank Chen
    Jan 3, 2026
    4.0
    Lovely atmosphere with good food but spotty service. It seemed the restaurant was understaffed. Everyone seemed hurried and our server was busy with multiple tables and was not as attentive as I would have liked. The chips and queso was delicious and so were the fish tacos. However, the barría ramen and tortilla soup were disappointing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

Do you take reservations

We are a first come, first serve style restaurant, so we do not take reservations. Typically the waits aren't too long if we are on one at all. We have a killer bar that you can get drinks at while you wait! We then text you when your table is ready.

Do you have Happy Hour

Yes! We were voted Best Happy Hour in Charleston by the Post and Courier readers. Our happy hour isMonday to Friday 3-6pm$5 Mexican Drafts$5 Queso$6 Mex 1 and Hydrators

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