Red Mesa Cantina — tacos in St. Petersburg, FL

Red Mesa Cantina

4.4· 5,802 Google reviews·$$·Waterfront Arts District

Red Mesa Cantina is a St. Petersburg, FL taco spot in the Waterfront Arts District area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.4★ rating across 5,802 Google reviews.

Rating
4.4
Highly rated
Reviews
5,802
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Waterfront Arts District, St. Petersburg
  • •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.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Waterfront Arts District, St. Petersburg
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Red Mesa Cantina serve?+

Red Mesa Cantina is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Red Mesa Cantina located?+

Red Mesa Cantina is at 128 3rd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA, in the Waterfront Arts District neighborhood of St. Petersburg, Florida.

Is Red Mesa Cantina good?+

Red Mesa Cantina has a 4.4★ average across 5,802 Google reviews — highly rated by St. Petersburg taco standards.

How expensive is Red Mesa Cantina?+

Red Mesa Cantina sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a St. Petersburg taquería.

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