Calavera Cantina

Name: Calavera Cantina
Address: 4307 130 Ave SE #180, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2Z 3V8
Telephone: (403) 719-8226
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

326 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Latin American

Top tags:

Calavera Cantina is a vibrant and passionate, locally focused, Latin inspired restaurant. Our menu features approachable western favourites, with a Latin twist. Our mission is to constantly be challenging the concept of service, and community, by connecting with our guests through our passion for food and drink.

Part of the Starbelly Group of Restaurants, our service is built on the pillars of quality, addictive and approachable food and community.

Our Calavera Culinary team is lead by Chef Manuel Panfili, a Michelin-Starred and internationally trained chef.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2023

11:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 719-8226

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Latin American
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:30 am–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 719-8226
Website
https://www.calaveracantina.com/
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Manuel Panfili

Location
4307 130 Ave SE #180, Calgary, AB T2Z 3V8
Neighbourhood
Calgary
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 326 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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DS
DianaS
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
1st time there and we had a lovely time and the food was delicious, I have no problem going back to try something else.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
It was great
S
Sandi
Calgary
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
Great food and love the decor
t
table42
Calgary
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Amazing food, definitely would be back. Great location and lots of available parking.
JK
JessicaK
Calgary
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great authentic feel to this place, the service was wonderful, tacos were top notch. Would recommend, and I definitely wouldn’t say that lightly!
u
unhappy
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience3
i know it was cinco de mayo however, we had to wait 2 hours before our food came out. our server was nice but she seemed so overwhelmed with how busy it was that she forgot about our table a couple times. we had to leave our table and ho get our own drinks at the bar. the music was so loud everyone in the restaurant was shouting over each other. the food was ok but luke warm, after waiting 2 hours for it. when the bill came we were over charged and took forever to correct it. i feel this place was not prepared for such a busy celebration.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience5
Busy Friday evening on Cinco De Mayo as expected - food took 1 hour 10 minutes to receive. Drinks and service and atmosphere were great - just wish we did not have to wait so long for our small trio tacos
JC
JaneC
Calgary
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall2food5service1ambience2
Poor service and the music was super loud Hard to converse with the table
CP
CyndieP
Calgary
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience5
It was Cinco deMayo so I expected busy and not the greatest service. The dips was amazing but the tacos average. They had a lot of free drinks and shots which was great - wish I wasn't driving. The mood and ambience was of a party like it should be. I would go back for the dip!!
LR
LaurenR
Calgary
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Attended the Cinco De Mayo party. It was so fun! They had a DJ, great food and drink specials and they kept coming around with free promo drinks. Good drinks, fun atmosphere and great tacos! (Love the fish taco!).
MS
MeganS
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience1
Poor customer service on more than one occasion. Extremely loud music. Not kid friendly.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Churros we’re over cooked but everything else was great! Love the atmosphere and the tacos were delicious.
JL
JoLes
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is amazing and the serverce was great! Thank you for such a great time!
V
Vadym
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
absolutely love the place: convenient location, lots of parking, pleasant staff, yummy food, great prices
ML
MiraL
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was great. The changes to the menu were really good too.
LS
LindsayS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Went there for a little girls night out. Got there at 6:30, and the noise level was so loud we couldn’t even hear eachother talk. The food was okay, the drinks were okay. The service was very slow, and they weren’t even that busy so not sure if the reason for the slow service.
SP
SoniaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great lunch with a friend. They made her feel special on her Birthday. Attentive service. Would like to go back for Happy Hour soon.
S
Shaun
Calgary
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
It was much too loud to have a conversation but then again, we went on a Saturday evening. Wouldn't do it again for just supper with teens but would go back with adults at a different time of day
LH
LoriH
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was our first visit to this restaurant. We had an amazing server and the food was fantastic!! It was just really, really loud and noisy and this was at 5pm and it was difficult to have a conversation even in a booth. Suggest the music gets turned down and it will be much nicer.
RD
RhondaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it, will definitely be back soon. Recommending to my friends
MF
MikeF
Calgary
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Love the food, the place the service. Please go and experience, enjoy and support.
B
Brad
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Will be back for sure!
KG
KyleighG
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here and wow it did not disappoint. I had the tacos and they were probably the best I have ever had. Our server was super helpful and friendly. Loved the vibe inside. I will definitely be returning.
K
Kimbrulee
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff is always friendly. Our waitress (Sabrina) was so wonderful and she made our experience even better. The food is always delicious and we love the suggestions from Sabrina. The menu just keeps evolving and the quality is fantastic. Great value, we left very satisfied!
MF
MikeF
Calgary
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and friendly, prompt service. Go here regularly and we are never disappointed. Thoroughly recommend.
E
Emvp
Calgary
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience3
Just tried tacos Al pastor....nothing close to original....not cooked the proper way . Portions very small too. There is better mexican than this. Don't think I'll go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Good experience, hoped for more cocktails that were just slushes. Service was great and attentive, starters and main course were excellent.
c
carol
Calgary
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
The first time I visited the restaurant was before Covid! It had excellent service, much better margaritas and amZing tostadas ! I loved the place ! Yesterday it felt as if we went to a fast food restaurant . Disappointed with the menu! Disappointed with the margaritas and though the service was good - it felt very rushed !
K
Kitten11
Calgary
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Appetizer’s were really good. Main courses were pretty good, although pork chop was over cooked & dry. Service was on the slow side. Some of the appi’s came out with the main courses. Found the music pretty loud.
D
Disappointed
Vancouver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
Terrible watered down margaritas . No low sodium choices. Very limited menu
JD
JasmineDance
Calgary
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Tried the 3 tacos for $15. I enjoyed the Tinga chicken the most, and the Baja Fish taco! The short rib one was quite dry so I would suggest more sauce is needed. There’s quite a bit of meat with this one, a very stuffed taco! Overall, the service was great and the place looks nice.
MZ
MartaZ
Calgary
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious! We had animal fries, tacos, carne assada, the burger, churros and three leches for dessert. Everything was really tasty! Highly recommend! We will be coming back.
M
Meaghan
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Went for Valentine's dinner and the special drink they had was great! We've been here before and the food was delicious as usual. We got the tacos animal fries and street corn dip.
DM
DebbieM
Puerto Vallarta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT FOOD AWESOME MARGARITAS Good atmosphere!!!!
TF
TyF1
Calgary
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Good stuff!
SG
SophiaG
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience2
Food was really good. Service and ambiance was average
C
Chloe
Toronto
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my favourite taco spot when I visit Calgary. I always go on Tuesdays because of the deals. I love how they have pitchers of margaritas and the staff is always super nice. I always plan to fly in Tuesdays to catch this place ! Food is amazing !
L
Lajuane
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Need menus back we went with the kids and was very difficult without menus
KG
KariG
Calgary
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
Really good value, noisy and fun.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience4
Our appetizers were very good but the tacos were soggy so the shells were ripping apart, the flavours were not desirable and our desserts were raw on the inside. The server was very friendly but I think busier than anticipated so it took a very long time for everything. I can’t say we will come back but the decor was lovely and staff were friendly

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Calavera Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 719-8226.

Calavera Cantina is rated 4.2 stars by 326 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2023

11:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 719-8226

4307 130 Ave SE #180, Calgary, AB T2Z 3V8

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Calgary
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:30 am–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Public Lot
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Manuel Panfili
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.calaveracantina.com/
Phone number
(403) 719-8226

Calavera Cantina

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Fish

Shrimp

Chile Shrimp

Menu

What 326 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Sort by

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Calavera Cantina offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Calavera Cantina restaurant rated?

Is Calavera Cantina currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information