Authentic home made Mexican food brought directly to your table!
In the area decided to stop at this location for lunch. The staff was very kind. The food was good but not great but I’ve eaten at lots of Mexican restaurants and become sort of a Mexican food critic. What makes this place nice is the apparent large portions and the extremely kind staff I’ve always said that good staff can make any food taste good. This is not a location that we typically go to and now having tried it I would say this is not a location that I looked to return. I think if you’re in the area and you’re looking for Mexican food, this will check all your boxes.
Published 7 months ago
Stopped in for a quick margarita and snack.
Tasty margarita & perfectly cooked poblano pepper. Thin chips with spicy salsa and queso. Friendly bartender. I would return when in the area.
The only con was the cleanliness of the bathroom which threw me off at first. Lots of broken equipment.
Published 6 months ago
My first time visiting this restaurant. They have many drink options and food options. I ordered a nacho fajita. The fajitas nachos was very good I will say that. The tortillas was fried hard made inti nachos. The drink I had was a sunset margarita which is pretty good not as strong of a liquor but it is durable. my friend had another dish that I don't recall a name but it was a burrito she didn't like the texture or taste of it but overall not too bad as a place. The price was decent.
Published 10 months ago
Margaronas Cantina is nice Mexican restaurant in Homewood. From nice service to really good food the overall experience my friends and I had was great!! We ended up trying many different entrees (shown in the photos). I got the carnitas and loved it! The selection of food to choose from is great and the food came out in ~20 mins.
Overall Margaronas Cantina feels like a safe choice for Mexican in Homewood.
Published 8 months ago
The taco was very good. Had a margarita for $15 it was small and really couldn't taste the tequila. Also had a mochahetti flavorful plentiful for two. The meat had a seasoning that was good but over powered the actual protein. Would possibly go back but to try some of the other offerings.
Published 7 months ago
Ordered the Chili Poblano which is also called a Chili Relleno; which comes with two. First, seating was quick for one person, the food came out quick and hot. What got me was how yummy the Chili Poblano was; the breading was just right with slightly thick and not soggy, the poblano pepper was crisp like it was fresh, and then it was filled with a good helping of melty gooey cheese. Cost was with a drink was less than $20 before tip.
Published 5 months ago
Good location for a to go as it’s right off exit on Lakeshore but for to go it’s a No. My house loves Mexican so we are always ordering from somewhere new and this place is open later than most- every time we order to go they leave out chips and salsa- 3xs! The 2nd time we called and said you left it out, (you are charged extra for this), no napkins, just the one set of utincils w napkin inside was given for 3 meals- and they said,” you can drive over for it” Needless to say , we did not. Months later we order again and same, call and say hey, enough is enough. What’s up there? Carne asada has a TINY portion of meat , left out options- Mgr scoffed to emply like I don’t care or maybe I don’t believe this and replied, “ You can come get a free cheese dip.”- I literally laughed. He asked what I wanted bc that is a $10 offer. His exact wording. I said I’m making you aware it isn’t a one off situation in hopes you can make the necessary changes and informed him that I have my receipt for POP and would like a redo as the last three times were not the most stellar. He hesitated for a moment and agreed.. not the best customer service to have to negotiate for a mistake on their end. You can throw a rock and hit a Mexican restaurant so it’s a miss for me.
Published 3 months ago
Great food and atmosphere! Only issue was we felt like we were being rushed.
Published 3 months ago
Normally, when I come here. The food is amazing snd service is excellent, but when my friend and I came here for dinner yesterday, I was disappointed. Our service did not seem interested in serving us. She did not come to check on us or refill our waters or even bring more chips and salsa. Also, I ordered the shrimp fajita quesadillas and the shrimp did not taste seasoned.
Published 4 months ago
Published 5 months ago
Ordered the Chili Poblano which is also called a Chili Relleno; which comes with two. First, seating was quick for one person, the food came out quick and hot. What got me was how yummy the Chili Poblano was; the breading was just right with slightly thick and not soggy, the poblano pepper was crisp like it was fresh, and then it was filled with a good helping of melty gooey cheese. Cost was with a drink was less than $20 before tip.
Published 5 months ago
Very good tasting food. Price a touch high but the food made up for it. I would eat there again
Published 6 months ago
Chip and salsa were fresh and flavorful. The food was good.
Published 6 months ago
I've been ordering here for the past 2 years and it's going downhill. Regarding my most recent to-go order: the chips were stale, I didn't receive the cheese dip I ordered (and paid for), and I received a (very dry) chicken taco instead of the cheese quesadilla that I ordered. Probably won't be back.
Published 6 months ago
Published 6 months ago
I have been here several times and the food is really delicious and the service is always reliable and helpful when ordering.
Published 6 months ago
Stopped to eat here while passing through the area/staying in the Best Western. Outstanding service and food. The fajitas and chicken enchiladas were great. The Charo beans were actually some of the best I had.
Published 6 months ago
Excellent flavor!!
Published 6 months ago
Stopped in for a quick margarita and snack.
Tasty margarita & perfectly cooked poblano pepper. Thin chips with spicy salsa and queso. Friendly bartender. I would return when in the area.
The only con was the cleanliness of the bathroom which threw me off at first. Lots of broken equipment.
Published 6 months ago
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Published 6 months ago
Visited this place. There is gratuity added for parties of 4 or more. Me and my guy was on a ticket and my daughter and her boyfriend was on a ticket. Me and my guy was charged a gratuity with just me and him on the ticket. My daughter and her borrowed was not. I had a grande margarita there was not an ounce of liquor in it. I complained and nothing was done. The food was good no complaints there. Probably will not visit there again. I was over charged on my ticket and I ordered the biggest margarita and it had no liquor in it....
Published 6 months ago
In the area decided to stop at this location for lunch. The staff was very kind. The food was good but not great but I’ve eaten at lots of Mexican restaurants and become sort of a Mexican food critic. What makes this place nice is the apparent large portions and the extremely kind staff I’ve always said that good staff can make any food taste good. This is not a location that we typically go to and now having tried it I would say this is not a location that I looked to return. I think if you’re in the area and you’re looking for Mexican food, this will check all your boxes.
Published 7 months ago
Very nice place for a date night. Food was good.
Published 7 months ago
First time visiting Alabama. The wife and I came across marharonas cantina seeing as it was down the road from our hotel. We decided to try it and it was a good decision. I've never had Mexican spaghetti with chicken and fettuccine noodles. I'm glad I tried it, it was delicious! Their micheladas were great too. Definitely a good spot to drop by and grab some food and drinks.
Published 7 months ago
We walked in right before closing and they still accommodated us fully. Seated us, didn’t rush us and food tasted excellent. Very nice place.
Published 7 months ago
Authentic Mexican food and drinks was great
Published 7 months ago
It's a quintessential cheesy-greasy Tex Mex.
Great value, good service. No surprises.
It frequently winds up being our default.
Go.
Published 7 months ago
Published 7 months ago
The taco was very good. Had a margarita for $15 it was small and really couldn't taste the tequila. Also had a mochahetti flavorful plentiful for two. The meat had a seasoning that was good but over powered the actual protein. Would possibly go back but to try some of the other offerings.
Published 7 months ago
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Un Lugar Agradable
Published 8 months ago
Friendly fast service, great food, good prices
Revised: 8-11-24; food was ok, price ok, service was Horrible, almost like we were an inconvenience. Terrible long wait for everything.
Published 8 months ago
Margaronas Cantina is nice Mexican restaurant in Homewood. From nice service to really good food the overall experience my friends and I had was great!! We ended up trying many different entrees (shown in the photos). I got the carnitas and loved it! The selection of food to choose from is great and the food came out in ~20 mins.
Overall Margaronas Cantina feels like a safe choice for Mexican in Homewood.
Published 8 months ago
I heard of this place from one of my friends, and it did not disappoint! We (my boyfriend and I) experienced authentic Mexican food, good portion size, a variety of choices, and friendly staff. It wasn't busy at all. We went on a Saturday around 2 PM. Definitely will be returning!
Published 9 months ago
Everything was perfect from the chips and salsa to the main dishes. The flavor of the Mexican guacamole was the best I’ve had and everything so fresh. Had chicken chimichangas and beef flautas supreme , both meats were fork tender. Was staying at a nearby hotel, lucked out and picked this place to call for take out. Will be a regular go to when I’m back in this Birmingham area which is at least once a month.
Published 9 months ago
The food here is sooo good, and I really had a good time, can't wait to go back!
Published 9 months ago
Best restaurant
Published 9 months ago
Not consistent enough and dont ever go when they are closing becausethey will give you slop! Keep trying to give them a chance but no luck at all....
Published 9 months ago
Published 9 months ago
Authentic Mexican food.
Published 9 months ago
Almost no service tonight could have sold our party of 5 more margaritas. Instead had to ask for the rest of our order and remove the items we didn’t receive. Including the check. Will not be back.
Published 9 months ago
Published 9 months ago
Solid option! Prices are slightly high, but they have some good daily specials. Food is good!
Published 9 months ago
Published 9 months ago
Food was ok no flavor really. Drinks lacked alcohol and taste like they had been sitting for days. Hubby ordered the Durango steak there was no flavor to the steak.
Published 9 months ago
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Muy buena atención del personal
Published 10 months ago
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Come here for lunch every other week. Very consistent experiences and fair prices. Food is always great and staff are always friendly and welcoming.
Published 10 months ago
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My first time visiting this restaurant. They have many drink options and food options. I ordered a nacho fajita. The fajitas nachos was very good I will say that. The tortillas was fried hard made inti nachos. The drink I had was a sunset margarita which is pretty good not as strong of a liquor but it is durable. my friend had another dish that I don't recall a name but it was a burrito she didn't like the texture or taste of it but overall not too bad as a place. The price was decent.
Published 10 months ago
Published a year ago
The Tamales were so good.😋
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
Food and atmosphere was great. Service always spot on!
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
I came to this place 30 mins before close usually I wouldn’t but after an 8 hr drive you take what you can get Amazing place to eat reminds me of my home back in California by far best Mexican food in the south came all the way from north west Arkansas and i will have withdrawals from this place now
Published a year ago
The food was decent, and the flavors were pretty good.
With that said, the atmosphere and service were mediocre. The music was too loud inside, which made conversing difficult. Additionally, the waiter spent a lot of time in the main area on his phone, even while we were waiting for service and the check. He eventually came over, but I'm not sure it is wise to have employees on their phones when they have customers.
Published a year ago
We celebrated my daughter's birthday and had a wonderful time. The staff and the food was great.
Published a year ago
30 dollars for a large margarita. You must be insane... It's not even worth it.
Published a year ago
Fantastic food, great place to eat
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It was decent food
Published a year ago
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The food was excellent and portions were generous. Our food came out quickly and the table service was very good. Soft drinks are a little pricey, but the entree's were reasonably priced. We will definitely visit here again.
Update: We had the same great experience as last time. Highly recommend!
Published a year ago
Great every single time 🥰
Published a year ago
The waiter did not bring me the drink I asked for and didn’t seem to care or understand that it was wrong. I wanted a glass of patron on the rocks and got a shot of patron. The chimichangas were not great. Kinda soft and covered with a white melted cheese that tasted like Velveeta. The beans were good.
Published a year ago
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Quesadilla out this world!!!
Published a year ago
The wife and I were just out with the grand baby and found ourselves. In front of them. I've eaten there b4, but have not been back in a looooooong time. And you know how it gets, when a place has been there 4ever. Things start slip. The quality my go down. Not here if anything, it was better than I remembered. I had the Nochos. Wish I had taken a picture but, There was a hefty portion. That I devoured. The wake had her standard chicken quesadilla. That she ate the whole thing. Normally, she doesn't. But she had to love it to do that. Can't recommend them enough.
Published a year ago
Went to have some tacos and this place was highly recommended. Food was great and the bartender was attentive. Ordered a Don Julio Blanco on ice and was asked if I wanted to make it a dble. Always. I had two drinks and three tacos. Tacos were $15 and two dble drinks was $54, was charged $13.50 for each shot. Will not return and am spreading the word! Very sad that a restaurant overcharges their customer's.
Published a year ago
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I loved the flavor of my dish but small things made me rate the way I did. I ordered the Durango steak cooked medium. The flavor was amazing however my steak was cooked well with the exception of a random fatty piece at the bottom. The meal came with rice a vegetable medley covered in cheese and shrimp. When the server said it was a nice sized steak they weren't lying. My lady had the Mexican spaghetti which didn't come out so well. The flavor was good however the noodles were undercooked ruining the entire dish. Outside of these minor miscues I would eat there again
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
Excellent stop after a long day of travel. Menu was extensive and accommodating. Service was spot on and very friendly. Food portions, presentation, temperature and delivery A+. If every I find myself in town again I will most definitely eat there. Thank you!
Published a year ago
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Great service! We only ordered water, so I can not speak to the margaritas. What I saw coming from the bar, they looked good. The chips and salsa were amazing. The salsa was really, really good.
The food was delivered quickly. Hubby ordered fajitas, and I ordered a quesdilla. Both were very flavorful.
Prices weren't too bad considering how much food prices have increased over the past year. Our bill came to about $40. If you pay in cash, you do get a slight discount. We didn't experience the discrepancy issues that others have. We're older and traveling through, so we went before the dinner rush.
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
We are so glad Cantina is back!! And just like old times!! I had the chicken enchiladas, and my wife had a fish taco and a shrimp taco. We shared the guacamole, salsa and a cup of corn, and it is so good!! And the margaritas are awesome, as always!!! Everything was delicious! We really appreciate that they kept the recipes and that everything tastes just as it did before!! We will definitely be regulars as we are just 10-15 mins away!
Published a year ago
I placed a to-go order of 3 Tacos. When I arrived home, I took a bite of my food, and to my disappointment, the meat tasted like a ground beef substitute product. It was cold and tasteless. I was very disappointed as I was very hungry after a long day of working. This is not Ground Beef.
Published a year ago
Everything was absolutely perfect all the way. This was my first time coming. I think it's now my favorite!!
Published a year ago
🔥
Published a year ago
No quieren hacer la comida como la pide uno
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Very welcoming setting, service was good,the food too.
Typical first date place.
Published a year ago
Chiles relleno capeados y los steak Cowboy y Durango
Published a year ago
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Food is not great but still pricey.
Published a year ago
Are lunch here with my brothers and appreciated the food and the service.
I think the food was very well prepared.
Published 2 years ago
Always really good food here.
Published 2 years ago
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I'd give them 6 stars if I could
Published 2 years ago
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Good sized portions
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The food is always great and has good portions for the price.
Published 2 years ago
Great place for lunch. Fast service and friendly staff. Visit often and always leave satisfied.
Published 2 years ago
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Thank Ignacio for your help and kindness today! The food was amazing!!! Thank you your the best!!
Published 2 years ago
We sat outside and it was very enjoyable.
Published 2 years ago
READ YOUR RECEIPT!! They will get you if you don’t check!! THIEVES!!!The service was HORRIBLE!! The menu prices are different from your ticket. It was my daughter’s birthday this is what she wanted to eat. The food was good!! They need to honor their menu prices when asked about the 20% gratuity instead of 15% stated at the bottom of the menu he caught an attitude. The chairs were wet at the table the waiter sat us at. The men servers barely speak/understand English. The server wasn’t friendly at all. They act this way because they know at the end of the party they can put that gratuity on the ticket rather the service is good or bad. ⭐️ Out of five stars !! This rating is DEFINITELY a 1..
Published 2 years ago
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Fantastic 😍
Published 2 years ago
Everything was great, I ate twice while in Birmingham
Published 2 years ago
First time going to this place. The food was hot and delicious, but my water was warm even with ice...lol
Published 2 years ago
Pretty good experience. The food was decent for the cost. I ordered a shrimp quesadilla and my grandma ordered a mushroom & chicken quesadilla. Hers Vs mine was night and day. Hers was huge and mine looked like a taco so a tad disappointed in that. The service was great!
Published 2 years ago
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The chips are so, so good! They are thin, lite and not greasy. I had an excellent Burrito Azteca with grilled steak. Can't wait to visit again soon!
Published 2 years ago
Food taste was great but was shocked to see an extra 18 percent added . When checked I was told it was a tip but it didn't say tip on the receipt. Just the amount with a blank line and when you sign it asked for additional tip. I usually tip more than that but did not this time for the service wasn't good .had to call the guy for every thing and wait. May be he was tired on a late Sunday evening but this charge by default used to be only for bigger parties. In any case at least mention it in line item so we don't have to check .
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I love this place. I have eaten here several times in the past few years when in the area. Great food. Always great service.
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Friendly thieves. Read your receipt.
Published 2 years ago
Get their Margona to drink frozen
Published 2 years ago
Great food.
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My 1st visit and the food were nasty. The waitress came to our table once and didn't offer a refill. I won't eat here again.
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Very very high rating in my opinion for this Tex-mex restaurant. Not too athentic to taste but very good 👍. Carnitas especially (picture below) was out of the charts! Very good. Very nice food presentation as well. Clean environment, fast and quick service. Food came out very quick as well and not under or overcooked. Very good give this place a try 👍
Published 2 years ago
Great food. Friendly staff. Quick service!
Published 2 years ago
Got to town late and this place was close to the hotel. I had the rice with steak and grilled vegetables and it was good.
Published 2 years ago
Fast Service and great drinks. Our servir was very profesional and friendly. We'll come back for sure.
Published 2 years ago
Excelente servicio muy rápido y la comida deliciosa 🤤🤤🤤
Published 2 years ago
The restaurant is very lovely. They have several of what I assume are the sun God hanging up that are beautiful. Their food is good in general. I strongly recommend the pulled pork tips on a pile of fries. Their ribeye is this but a good cut off meat. They are lots of good things to the steaks like mushrooms. Music is extremely loud though and the waiter did not come around as often as I would have liked.
Published 2 years ago
Our new gold standard for Mexican.
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Our server never checked on us we waited 30min for a check and never brought us our to go plates and the salsa was discusting and gross it taste like prego and was to chunky
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Just ok , not to many options around there.
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Great place to have lunch.
Published 2 years ago
Lovely staff and great affordable food! The music is a little loud but the cuisine more than makes up for it!
Published 2 years ago
Very attentive staff. Very good food, however, it seems the guacamole is pre-made in a bag, which blows my mind since it's one of the easiest things to make in any kitchen. We were offered their freshly made guacamole when the bagged guacamole was far too salty. But I have to give them kudos because they didn't hesitate to make it fresh for us. Couldn't have asked for better service. #dontserveguacfromabag
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As other reviewers pointed out, menu prices do not match ticket prices. We were all charged more for our food than what was listed. The salsa was horrible and the food was not great. The guacamole and frozen margarita were good. The service was great.
Published 2 years ago
Salsa is absolutely horrid! Tastes like marina sauce.
Published 2 years ago
Ordered Camarones a la Mexicana, super delicious, service at the bar awesome, Diana Bartender The Best by far!!!
Published 2 years ago
Server was rushing us to order. Here im thinking its because they were busy and they wernt. Food was ok.
Published 2 years ago
Hands down one of the best around. I didn’t care for the salsa but the burrito grande was perfect and the Texas margarita was great. Our waiter was cool as well. I’ll be going back this was my 1st time
Published 2 years ago
It was my first time here and I fell in love soon as I walked in. The food was excellent the service was A1, I will be coming back.
Published 2 years ago
Excellent food at a fair price. It is very well located in Lakeshore commercial spots, so you can do both: buy and eat
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Food great. Service great. Music is just a little too loud. People have to talk louder to be heard.
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Food was ok waiter was rude and because we were a party of 8 we had tip included sure didn't wanna tip for poor poor service..will mabe come back most likely no ...better service and food at habenaros...
Published 2 years ago
Was traveling through town and found this amazing spot for lunch
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Great service! Very attentive. Dumb to charge for extra tortillas though
Published 2 years ago
The food was cold. The waiter never refilled my drink!! Prices were not matching or adding up! The hostess was unfriendly and horrible. Overcharged for food that wasn’t even fully hot. Chips were stale. Service in store was ignorant and unprofessional. I DO NOT RECOMMEND?!
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Price was different from the menu and the waiter could not give an explanation of why. We were charged a gratitude upfront for some people but not others. Charged additional for the use of credit card versus cash. Food was average at best. I asked to speak with manager and he never came out.
Published 2 years ago
Great service from Charlie, our waiter
Published 2 years ago
Average food. Piss poor service. Taco Bell is a better choice.
Published 2 years ago
The food is awesome. The only issue I feel the wait staff could be a little more friendlier.
Published 2 years ago
Good food
Published 2 years ago
Honestly it's alright. It's pricey compared to most Mexican restaurants. But its not bad either. It's a solid okay place to eat at, the servers are great people.
Published 2 years ago
Very nice
Published 2 years ago
I got the fajitas that were not really good. My mom got the Mexican spaghetti it was really good. We had a baby with us there was not even 2 and ask for the quesadilla for kids menu and they come back out with just a quesadilla there wasn't even cut no beans no rice nothing. Did not seem to to be really concerned with our table.
Published 2 years ago
The shell for taco salad not so great. Other than that, good stuff.
Published 2 years ago
1st time going there an whenever I'm through here again I'll stop agon in here
Published 2 years ago
- 10 photos
- 200 reviews
- 4.4 rating
- Phone: +1 205-848-2810
- Website: https://www.margaronascantina.com/
- Address: 230 State Farm Pkwy, Homewood, AL 35209, United States
- Coordinates: 33.446951, -86.8277641
- Mexican restaurant
- Monday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday: 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday: 11 AM–10 PM
- Saturday: 11 AM–10 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Outdoor seating: Yes
- No-contact delivery: Yes
- Delivery: Yes
- Takeaway: Yes
- Dine-in: Yes
- Fast service: Yes
- Sport: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
- Solo dining: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible car park: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible seating: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Yes
- Alcohol: Yes
- Beer: Yes
- Cocktails: Yes
- Coffee: Yes
- Comfort food: Yes
- Happy-hour drinks: Yes
- Happy-hour food: Yes
- Late-night food: Yes
- Quick bite: Yes
- Small plates: Yes
- Spirits: Yes
- Wine: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
- Catering: Yes
- Dessert: Yes
- Seating: Yes
- Bar on site: Yes
- Toilets: Yes
- Casual: Yes
- Cosy: Yes
- Trendy: Yes
- Family friendly: Yes
- Groups: Yes
- Tourists: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Debit cards: Yes
- NFC mobile payments: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Good for kids: Yes
- High chairs: Yes
- Kids' menu: Yes
- Free of charge street parking: Yes
- Free parking lot: Yes
- Parking: Yes