Cantina 'Calaca' Feliz

4.5 (1095)

$30 and under

Mexican

2321 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Romantic
Innovative

Cantina "Calaca" Feliz is a contemporary Mexican restaurant located in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia. We take a modern approach to the way we do Mexican food. Fresh, high-quality ingredients are the foundation to our transformation of amazing produce, fish, and meat to the food we bring to your table.

Cantina "Calaca" Feliz received 3 Bells from Philadelphia Inquirer food critic Craig Laban who stated, "Calaca has helped push the dial forward a few more clicks on the evolution of contemporary Mexican cooking in this town."

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Website
http://www.cantinafeliz.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Luis Villanueva
Catering
Cantina Feliz offers off-site catering options for any event from small backyard BBQs, business events, to large weddings.
Private party facilities
Cantina Feliz has an array of options to host events for parties of any size from small business dinners to bridal showers to weddings and bar mitzvahs.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2321 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130
Area
Art Museum
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Reviews

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4.5

(1095)

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

1,095 Reviews

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Cljj
Philadelphia County87 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 March 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Really enjoyed the fresh guacamole! Disappointed in limited dessert options; was hoping for flan. Nice selection of tacos, with choice of salmon or tilapia for the fish tacos.
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LAN123
Philadelphia County3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 February 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was decent even though my steak was medium and not rare as requested. Service was great! Noise level was a little too high for comfort. Guacamole was great but they were a little stingy with the chips.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was really good and drinks were delicious. Definitely seemed busy toward the end of our meal but they were really nice and accommodating.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia County1 review
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A very cute neighborhood restaurant with a lively bar in front and seating in the back, both inside and outside. The food and service was very good and we had an adorable waitress. The place is very popular – even early on a Wednesday evening in February, it was packed and there was not an empty table. We shared grilled shrimp and carnitas tacos and guacamole. All of it was very good! The sangria was good too. I have only one complaint: there is a very strange smell in the front which hits you hard as you come in or leave. It’s hard to identify… kind of greasy old stale odor which is really unpleasant. They should do something about that! We are lucky to have this good restaurant in Fairmount!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia County2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Staff was very accommodating and friendly! Food and drinks were great as well. Loved the outdoor patio setting.
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BrianP Gold
Charlotte9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service are always excellent here! The tacos are amazing and drinks are always yummy. There were a few really loud parties so maybe some soft surfaces to cut that noise. Highly recommend for the food and service though.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went on Valentine’s Day, took about 5 minutes to be seated but service was good and excellent food / margs
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OpenTable Diner
Caribbean1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very intimate and fun!
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KelliG Gold
Philadelphia County31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this restaurant. Delicious food, delicious margaritas. Can't wait to go back!!
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nrommen
Philadelphia County9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, extensive menu with something for everybody, and stellar service! Our host was exceptionally attendant. We ordered the tuna ceviche, salmon Al pastor tacos, and short rib enchiladas. Each was so fresh and well done! I will definitely be coming back. Amazing margs too!!
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