La Cantina Mexicana
La Cantina Mexicana is a Clifton, NJ taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 1,524 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Reasonable mid-range pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Clifton, NJ
- •Strong Google review volume
Order like a local
- →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
- →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
- →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does La Cantina Mexicana serve?+
La Cantina Mexicana is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is La Cantina Mexicana located?+
La Cantina Mexicana is at 709 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA in Clifton, New Jersey.
Is La Cantina Mexicana good?+
La Cantina Mexicana has a 4.5★ average across 1,524 Google reviews — loved by locals by Clifton taco standards.
How expensive is La Cantina Mexicana?+
La Cantina Mexicana sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Clifton taquería.
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