The Cantinita
The Cantinita is a Midland, TX taco spot in the Briarwood area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.8★ rating across 778 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Briarwood, Midland
- •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.
- →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
- →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 The Cantinita serve?+
The Cantinita is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is The Cantinita located?+
The Cantinita is at 4416 Briarwood Ave #108, Midland, TX 79707, USA, in the Briarwood neighborhood of Midland, Texas.
Is The Cantinita good?+
The Cantinita has a 4.8★ average across 778 Google reviews — loved by locals by Midland taco standards.
How expensive is The Cantinita?+
The Cantinita sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Midland taquería.
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