We’re La Cantinita LLC, and we’ve been one of the leading bars here in Galesburg, IL, since 2020. We serve food and drinks using fresh ingredients and family recipes, in a relaxed adult atmosphere, and we offer top-shelf cocktails, mocktails, beer, craft wine, light bites, live music, and much more. We started this business to have a bar with an authentic Mexican experience where anyone can grab a drink, have a bite to eat, and bring people together. We’d like to personally invite you to come by today and try one of our tequila flights for yourself! 21 and older only. For more information about our company and services please email us at [email protected]
Based on 166 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
240 E Simmons St, Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: (309) 351-7716
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Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
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Reviews
cheryl hogan
Heard everyone rave about this place so decided to give it a try. It did not disappoint. Was hard to decide on a drink I wanted because they all sounded delicious. Ordered quesabirria tacos. They were so full of flavor. My boyfriend ordered the burrito. It seemed a little small for the price since there are no sides. The chipotle sauce that comes with was good.
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Christy Dunn
This Taco Tuesday was a little bit busy. The food was great. The servers were friendly. The back patio was perfect. We brought in a few new faces. They loved it too. They didn’t know that Galesburg had a cool place like LA Cantinita. Now they know. You’re welcome❤️
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Lady A
Absolutely fabulous. The patio is so inviting and the food and drinks are amazing. I highly recommend!!
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Aliesha Pendleton
Tastefully decorated and clean environment. Quesabirria tacos were delicious. Highly recommend.
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Leslie N
I’m so happy the new owners are serving more menu options. The tacos were always great and still are. The outdoor patio is very cute as well as the inside. We will definitely be back!!
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Cadence Giddings
The food, drinks, and service were all 5/5! Will definitely be frequenting this restaurant. The atmosphere and decor are also top notch. Everything we have ever tried has tasted amazing- from the burritos, tacos, fiesta bowls to the horchata and margaritas. It is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the area.
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The Eargasm W LP
The shrimp tacos are IT!!!
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Jon Marco
Standout Meal of 2021 So Far! Wow. Friends took me here and it was outstanding. Totally unexpected. Starting with the atmosphere – so creative, welcoming, interesting, and really shows off the fun and also sophistication of Mexico / Latin culture. How many times does the bathroom so standout you want to take a photo. But the food – the food! That’s the main event even though the menu is simple and the drinks options are plentiful. What is offered is full of flavor. Had the tacos with the side sauces which were unique and amazing. We started with chips and cheese – one is enough for four people. See photo of the chicken salad sort of plate … really interesting and healthy. Oh – and there are vegie options. If you have the good fortune of meeting the owner, she has an amazing life story, not to mention is a Knox grad. Totally jealous this place is a drive for me, but one I’ll be doing again. Oh – and the outdoors is totally cool.
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Stacia Mattan
Today a work friend invited me for lunch at La Cantinita and boy am I glad she did. The atmosphere is incredible. Colorful, hip, inviting and clean. Lots to look at but not overwhelming or cluttered. We both enjoyed steak tacos.. fresh and so good. There was a spicy green sauce that was so good and another chipotle style sauce on the side. The Hibiscus tea was also very delicious. I can’t wait to go back when I can enjoy an adult beverage! Our service was excellent. A very nice place to stop and meet friends and pretend you’re on vacation.
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William Snyder
I hate leaving bad reviews, so hopefully this will be constructive more than anything. I was passing through town and ordered some takeout. I got the El Pastor tacos. Unfortunately, I didn’t start eating them until I was already out of town. Not only were they incredibly greasy to the point where the tortillas were falling apart, there was so much salt on the pork that it was completely inedible. I’m not talking a little over-salted, it was the saltiest thing I’ve ever put into my mouth, I had to spit it out. I’m assuming this was a one off event because I went there due to all the great reviews.
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