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Adelaide
Semaphore
Viva Mexican Cantina
Viva Mexican Cantina Reviews

Viva Mexican Cantina

Mexican, Latin American

Dishes priced aroundA$22

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Reviews of Viva Mexican Cantina (83)

Read what people think about Viva Mexican Cantina. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Viva Mexican Cantina before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Viva Mexican Cantina and book a table with confidence!

5.2/6

83 reviews

5.2/6

83 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Tamara S.5 years ago · 1 review

Was excellent, thank you 😁👏would not hesitate to go again 👍

"Very good"
5/6
Jennifer K.5 years ago · 2 reviews

The building is in a prime location for great views of the ocean, however as it's not an open plan layout, not all sections have this. Very friendly service, food was nice and generous in serving size. Just a little noisy - but still thoroughly enjoyable.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shane P.5 years ago · 1 review

Had been a couple of years back and was thoroughly disappointing, i don't know if it has changed hands sine then but now it is amazing.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mladen F.5 years ago · 1 review

We had a wonderful time! Loved everything about this place!

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris L.5 years ago · 1 review

Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Food was brilliant also. Great value for money and I will return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Debbie W.5 years ago · 1 review

great food, well presented, so much to eat I missed out on desert, enjoyed the night would go again and have desert next time

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy U.5 years ago · 1 review

The food was fantastic and the half price nachos on Monday’s is a really good deal. The staff here are also really friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
shane T.5 years ago · 1 review

Food was amazing & good size servings. Loved the decor.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lyn P.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Great food staff friendly atmosphere really nice and will come back again

"Average"
3/6
Anna W.5 years ago · 1 review

Food ok, service is what let’s this place down. We won’t hurry back

"Awful"
1/6
Khadija G.5 years ago · 1 review

They were racist, rude and the customer service was the worst I have ever had. I will never go back there and I be reporting them. I am absolutely disgusted with their behaviour. Don't go there. Go to Zapata on Melbourne street, better customer service.

"Very good"
5/6
Amelia L.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely place, great view and nice food 😊 nachos were awesome

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris S.5 years ago · 2 reviews

This restaurant is amazing - that's why we always come back. As always, the service was awesome; the ambience was very pleasant; the food was excellent (and a good serving too); and honestly - we thought it would've been dearer The value for money was great. Even if you don't love Mexican food, give this place a try!

"Excellent"
6/6
Natalie K.5 years ago · 1 review

Love this place, we nearly always sit outside and book for an earlier dinner as I love watching the sunset. Also come for lunch on a Friday or weekend. Food is always good and fresh, don’t fil up too much, leave room for dessert, Sopapilla is our fave.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elyse W.5 years ago · 1 review

Great food. Great view. Excellent decor with a very good ambiance

"Excellent"
6/6
Aldi P.5 years ago · 2 reviews

First time visit and we absolutely loved it. Will definitely be coming back. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is wonderful and the service is outstanding! Thank you!

"Excellent"
6/6
Katrina d.5 years ago · 1 review

A beautiful night out. Thank you so much. Can't wait to come back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shannon H.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Myself and friends always have a great experience at Viva, the food is absolutely consistent and perfect every dine, staff are always on the ball and keeping an eye open for cleanliness and customer service, the vibe is always warm and friendly, fun time!

"Excellent"
6/6
Greg P.5 years ago · 1 review

We had Great food and enjoyed the fantastic atmosphere. Yay

"Excellent"
6/6
Ania K.5 years ago · 1 review

Remarkable experience , good food, service was great too. Amazing view. Definitely a place I intend on visiting again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Donna M.5 years ago · 1 review

The food was hot and served quickly by a friendly waitress.. I highly recommend the half price Nachos on Mondays, delicious! Lovely mexican decor. Will definitely go again.

"Good"
4/6
Miri B.5 years ago · 1 review

I had booked Viva Cantina as it was in the Entertainment book. However upon trying to find it on my digital membership when paying, i could not find it anymore and was told by the waiter that they had removed themselves... yet was still available in the book. I dont think it is very fair that the people who purchased a book are still able to use the voucher, yet i cant on my digital membership....especially since it had recently been in there! However, the food was delicious. I had the beef fajitas and my partner had the nachos and were both very satisfied.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alice W.5 years ago · 1 review

Our favourite Mexican restaurant. Extremely quick service, very friendly staff, great food, we just can't fault. Highly recommend, we will definitely be back. Thank you

"Very good"
5/6
David P.5 years ago · 1 review

Second time around and still as good as ever The service was incredible Sunset view is to die for Try the Bandido it is brilliant

"Excellent"
6/6
Suzi C.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Super fresh and delicious food, amazing Sangria and fabulous service! Definitely recommend this place! And if you manage to get an outside table, there's a beautiful view!

"Average"
3/6
lynne d.5 years ago · 1 review

Don’t book online through this medium - booking wasn’t sent to restaurant - no table reserved -luckily friendly accommodating staff with full restaurant accommodated our group of 6. This was a very special night with overseas family visiting. Evening could have been ruined by this booking company. Not impressed

"Excellent"
6/6
Steven B.5 years ago · 1 review

The food was amazing, staff were helpful and friendly and the casual atmosphere with views overlooking Semaphore beach were absolutely breathtaking. Will definitely go back here again

"Very good"
5/6
Jessica M.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely meal, had a mix up with the order but it was quickly fixed and a free drink voucher for next time given! Can’t wait to return. Plus you can beat half price nachos on mondays!

"Excellent"
6/6
Skye H.5 years ago · 1 review

The staff are really friendly and accommodating, the food was lovely and the cocktails were delicious. I highly recommend Viva Cantina for anyone wanting a delicious Mexican meal.

"Excellent"
6/6
Katie B.5 years ago · 1 review

The food was out of this world! So tasty and delicious I would eat here every night if the week! Loved everything about it! Service, food, drinks, location and prices

"Very good"
5/6
Julie P.5 years ago · 1 review

Two visits far and no booking registered at either time. Viva seated us anyway Good food. Good Service. Great place to watch the sunset. Will return

"Very good"
5/6
Deborah R.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Excellent nye restaurant great veiw from i side ,good service ,great drinks , tasty mexican food ,will be back again, perfect for family's after the beach.

"Very good"
5/6
Jan S.5 years ago · 4 reviews

We were originally booked to sit inside as there was 6 in our party, but when we arrived the air conditioning wasn't working and it was a very warm afternoon so they happily sat us outside, Service was fast and friendly and the nachos were yum.

"Very good"
5/6
Jan S.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Food was great & the service very friendly. Beautiful view of Semaphore Beach too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lindsey B.5 years ago · 3 reviews

A wonderful old house on the hill with a Mexican vibe. We had been about 6 months ago as we are not locals but we enjoyed it so much so t.his time took my partners son who missed out last time. The meal was wonderful with a starter of mixed dips with my favourite corn chips as being gluten free it's nice to be able to enjoy a meal without the worry 'will I be ok tomorrow'. I am only sensitive to gluten so not sure about if you were ceoliac. For mains my partner had the pork ribs which were moist and pulled apart, So delicious they disappeared before I was able to have a taste. His son ordered the beef tacos. A huge serve but he managed to eat it all and I had the changmani which was like a big rolled chicken pie and very nice with a fresh salad and rice to was so light. For drinks the boys ordered the special of 4 beers in bucket for $20 and I had the classic margarita and another with mildori Yum.. Overall great dinner out, prices reasonable and a wonderful view overlooking the beach and Semaphore's shoreline. A must for a good meal

"Excellent"
6/6
Natasha V.5 years ago · 1 review

Great experience with Nothing to fault, customer service and the food right down presention was awesome... And the view was amazing. Great job and high five.

"Excellent"
6/6
Todd M.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Amazing atmosphere! Great service and excellent food! Also really enjoyed the view.

"Very good"
5/6
Tracy H.5 years ago · 3 reviews

The food was great and the service from the wait staff was fantastic. We look forward to going again and sitting out on the verandah to enjoy the view

"Excellent"
6/6
Courtney M.6 years ago · 1 review

Great cocktail and drinks selection, amazing venue with stunning summers view and not long wait times getting food given how busy they were. Best thing was the prompt and polite service. Nachos were also 10/10!

"Average"
3/6
Natasha C.6 years ago · 1 review

The menu is overpriced for what it is and the customer service was average. We had to ask staff constantly for things. Didn’t feel welcome