This Mexican restaurant is amazing! The food tastes great and the prices are very reasonable. I ordered the Combo Fajita (steak, chicken, and shrimp) for only $13.50 before tax, and the portion was huge. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the sizzling skillet made it even more appetizing. It also came with rice, beans, guacamole, and tortillas, so it was a complete and filling meal. Definitely worth it, and I’ll be coming back again!
Vegan Restaurant
El Cantarito Mexican Restaurant
· $$$$ · oakRidge · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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This Mexican restaurant is amazing! The food tastes great and the prices are very reasonable. I ordered the Combo Fajita (steak, chicken, and shrimp) for only $13.50 before tax, and the portion was huge. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the sizzling skillet made it even more appetizing. It also came with rice, beans, guacamole, and tortillas, so it was a complete and filling meal. Definitely worth it, and I’ll be coming back again!
This is the best Mexican food in our area. Even when I am in Knoxville, I want El Cantarito. The chips and salsa are always on point. The staff is kind and efficient. The prices still make my jaw drop after 10 years (way cheaper than most places). They have Coke products and the giant red plastic cups. If I want comfort, I want Cantarito. Is it fancy? No. But it hits all the right spots in all the right ways.
This is the best Mexican food in our area. Even when I am in Knoxville, I want El Cantarito. The chips and salsa are always on point. The staff is kind and efficient. The prices still make my jaw drop after 10 years (way cheaper than most places). They have Coke products and the giant red plastic cups. If I want comfort, I want Cantarito. Is it fancy? No. But it hits all the right spots in all the right ways.
This is a hidden gem for Mexican food. The portions are generous and everything is very fresh. Their salsa is delicious, the food comes out quickly, and the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend!