Reviews for Cilantro's Neighborhood Cantina in Glenelg, MD
A great local Mexican foods + drinks and hangout spot. cozy atmosphere, love the outdoor seating area, fresh local produce,... house made guacamole, and spicy tequila! Service was attentive and courteous. Went with the family, everyone loved what theyordered. Very tasty. Read more
One of the best first time restaurant experiences EVER! After reading the story about Cilantro's Neighborhood Cantina on their... wonderful website, we decided that it sounded like just the kind of restaurant that we would enjoy. Since it was a beautifulevening, we sat in the outdoor patio and after a very nice conversation and recommendation of someone who was obviously a verypleased regular customer, we ordered a Tuna Poke Guacamole appetizer and Cochinita Pibil which was described as achiote-orangebraised pork shank that is served with cilantro rice, refried beans, habanero slaw and side of flour tortillas. Both disheswere absolutely amazing and for the rest of the evening and into the next day, we both spontaneously commented at how amazingthe food was and that we can't wait to go back for more. Emily was our server and could not have been more welcoming andattentive. We can't recommend this wonderful restaurant more highly. Read more
First time at Cilantro! The food was great and service was amazing. The enchiladas were kept hot on the metal plates, which... keeps the cheese ooOozy and delicious. Plenty of crabmeat & shrimp and CHEESE. My fiancè was super impressed with the lechonand let the server know. She informed us that the chef is Cuban. Can't wait to try their fruit & capsaicin infused tequilacocktails! Read more
Went to Cilantro for the first time tonight and tried the chicken burrito and the spinach and corn enchiladas. Enchiladas were... great and burrito was good, but I wish I could pick a different sauce. It was self-seating which was perfectly fine. We did haveto ask for napkins and didn?t receive menus, but we just looked up the menu online and ordered after. The guacamole was good tooand you can pick the heat level (mild,medium,hot) and the medium definitely has a kick. It seemed like there was only onewaitress working so we totally understand and were patient. Check it out, pretty cool place. Read more
Hidden gem, we lost our way and stopped at this place for lunch. It has outdoor patio seating as well. We had Achiote Citrus... Salmon & Mahi Mahi tacos. The salmon was excellent & cooked to perfection, the achiote sauce on top was so good. My husband sayshe never tasted salmon this tasty ever. Even the cilantro rice was flavorful. The tacos were nice, nothing exceptional there.The service was great, Thank you Cilantro, see you ???? . Read more
Cilantro?s Neighborhood Cantina is a special place for my husband and me, and we wish we could give it more than the maximum... rating stars, not only for the quality of the food but for the exceptional people there. We have gone to Cilantro?s on numerousoccasions since it first opened in Glenelg, MD and have enjoyed all of the Latin delicacies they have to offer (it?sscratch-made Latin food, not your typical Mexican taco joint). The reason we kept going back in addition to the food wasbecause of the customer service from both Emily and Blake at the bar. No two people make you feel more special than they do. Well, here comes COVID-19 and we have been on lock down at home for six months with nowhere to go for our 35th weddinganniversary in September. We wanted a special experience and immediately thought of Cilantro?s so we talked to Emily to reservetheir outdoor seating area and requested a special five-course surprise meal made by the chef/owner, Mr. Yampier Santana. Theynot only accommodated us but decorated the area for us with flowers and gifts, had our favorite libations at the ready (checkingwith us in advance to see what we wanted to drink) and then presented the MOST AMAZING six-course meal. Yampier outdid himselfand presented an incredible array of delicacies where he was able to showcase his prowess of culinary mastery, and Emily made usfeel like the term ?VIP? was nothing compared to how we were treated. The Butternut Squash Soup, Scallops with Polenta, ChickenTamale with Mole Sauce, Beet and Avocado Salad, Sea Bass with Cilantro Rice, and an incredible dessert of Fried Donuts andPlantains with Custard were to die for. We did not feel rushed at all, we felt safe in this environment, and knew that theyexceeded our expectations in delivering a special experience for us. If you want a quick carry-out meal, a seat outside for apeaceful dinner experience, or a special occasion experience, they will not let you down. Without reservation we Read more
Hidden gem! Must try if you are in the area. Flavorful Caribbean cousine at great prices. Tried their ropa vieja with cilantro... rice and sweet plantain. The churro donuts were to die for. Service and portion sizes were great. Servers were super nice.Definitely will be visiting again. Read more
Absolutely delicious Tex mex restaurant! Service is so hospitable and friendly. The guac was delicious and the steak fajitas... were flavorful and was big portions! Read more