Mexican eatery serving favorites such as tacos, burritos & enchiladas in colorful, casual surrounds.
Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2044 St Joseph Dr NW, Cullman, AL 35055
Phone: (256) 737-5050
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Reviews
Julie Hunter
Brought in our volleyball team and parent crew after a long day of games. Service was as quicker than we expected. Food is a bit blander. Only 4 stars there but otherwise, great.
… moreZach Lee
In the heart of Cullman, tucked away from the interstate hum, sits Buenavista Mexican Cantina. It isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel, and thank God for that. In a world of sterile, corporate dining, this place offers something increasingly rare: a soul. The room is a riot of color—artistic light fixtures and vibrant decor that scream “sit down, have a drink, and forget your troubles for an hour.”
The service? Efficient. No pretension, no hovering—just people who know how to move a crowd.
I went for the Nachos Carbon, loaded with chicken. It’s a dish that lives or dies on the quality of the bird and the integrity of the chip. The chicken arrived with that honest, smoky char—seasoned by someone who actually knows their way around a grill. But the real glue holding this beautiful mess together? The cheese dip. It’s rich, velvety, and unashamedly decadent—the kind of liquid gold that makes you question why we ever bother with anything else.
It’s honest food served in an honest room. It’s big, it’s loud, and it’s delicious. In the end, what else do you really need?
… moreThe service? Efficient. No pretension, no hovering—just people who know how to move a crowd.
I went for the Nachos Carbon, loaded with chicken. It’s a dish that lives or dies on the quality of the bird and the integrity of the chip. The chicken arrived with that honest, smoky char—seasoned by someone who actually knows their way around a grill. But the real glue holding this beautiful mess together? The cheese dip. It’s rich, velvety, and unashamedly decadent—the kind of liquid gold that makes you question why we ever bother with anything else.
It’s honest food served in an honest room. It’s big, it’s loud, and it’s delicious. In the end, what else do you really need?
Michael Parker
Jackie is the best bartender in town. She deserves a raise!
The service is fantastic. The atmosphere is better than most Mexican restaurants. I come back every time I’m in town because the food is good. My order has had minor issues, (I order no beans but once they included beans) If they had never made a mistake I would think my Lord and Savior Jesus was working in the kitchen.
Read my review history, I tell it like it is. I do this to help me remember since as a traveling salesman I cover 4 states.
… moreThe service is fantastic. The atmosphere is better than most Mexican restaurants. I come back every time I’m in town because the food is good. My order has had minor issues, (I order no beans but once they included beans) If they had never made a mistake I would think my Lord and Savior Jesus was working in the kitchen.
Read my review history, I tell it like it is. I do this to help me remember since as a traveling salesman I cover 4 states.
Michelle
This is a “burrito supreme”… so disappointing. I paid $27 for this and a shredded chicken chimichanga. Not even sure what the exact price was for my burrito because their takeout menu prices have not been updated for years. A WASTE of money for a pile of sauce, a SOGGY tortilla, and a SINGLE piece of a tomato… I can’t even call it a burrito. Will never be back.
… moreamanda lemaster
Ordered food to go asked for no veg due to me not being able to have mushrooms I live 30 min away called then told them told me to keep the food and bring the food back within a week and they would replace it ! That the only way they can fix it well I can tell you I will not be eating here again took a pic of the food there’s clearly mushrooms in my food
… moreEsther Greenbacks
We have eaten here many times while traveling through the area. Tonight it was spot on! The family helped rate the meal 🙂
Salsa – 8.5/10
Cheese Dip – 8.5/10
Side note: The rice is prepared with mixed veggies and can be off putting for those not expecting/desiring those “surprise vegetables”
We ordered street tacos, Juliana Special, chile colorado, burrito verde and cheese dip. Our plates were cleaned!! Excellent quality and great service
… moreSalsa – 8.5/10
Cheese Dip – 8.5/10
Side note: The rice is prepared with mixed veggies and can be off putting for those not expecting/desiring those “surprise vegetables”
We ordered street tacos, Juliana Special, chile colorado, burrito verde and cheese dip. Our plates were cleaned!! Excellent quality and great service
Zonie Thompson
Beautifully decorated restaurant with delicious food. Staff was friendly and attentive. Everywhere was clean. I had traditional street carnitas tacos This place is also very large. Great for large groups! Also, there is an outside eating area.
… morePhillip Lucas
What really stands out at this place to me is the ambiance and decor. From the landscaping outside to the beautiful light fixtures and art on the inside, they did an eventually job with all of it.
So, I come in on a Tuesday evening, sat at the bar and got service right away. Plenty of seating all around. I get a top shelf marg, great flavor, the oj flavor comes out nicely with the 1800 gold they use. I order the grilled chicken with mushrooms. They serve complimentary chips and salsa in the meantime. The salsa has a good flavor, not spicy hot for you mild tongues or there.
The main dish came out, and was definitely piping hot. Came with 3 tortillas, some lettuce and tomato, and I added jalapeños. I like to make burritos out of what’s on the plate. The chicken did have good grilled flavor with hints of spice in it. The rice not too bad. Got a lot of jalapeños with the order, lol. Overall, I liked it. The service, was pretty good and attentive.
I’ve been back since.
… moreSo, I come in on a Tuesday evening, sat at the bar and got service right away. Plenty of seating all around. I get a top shelf marg, great flavor, the oj flavor comes out nicely with the 1800 gold they use. I order the grilled chicken with mushrooms. They serve complimentary chips and salsa in the meantime. The salsa has a good flavor, not spicy hot for you mild tongues or there.
The main dish came out, and was definitely piping hot. Came with 3 tortillas, some lettuce and tomato, and I added jalapeños. I like to make burritos out of what’s on the plate. The chicken did have good grilled flavor with hints of spice in it. The rice not too bad. Got a lot of jalapeños with the order, lol. Overall, I liked it. The service, was pretty good and attentive.
I’ve been back since.
Jeffrey Cowgill
We’ve been here a couple of times for lunch and been pleasantly surprised. You don’t expect much just off an interstate exit but I’ll have to admit, good mex, good prices, good service, huge portions and friendly servers. We will definitely be going back.
Updated July 2022
We have been back multiple times and have been surprised at the consistent service along with good Mexican dishes!
Urban Cowgill
October 2019
… moreUpdated July 2022
We have been back multiple times and have been surprised at the consistent service along with good Mexican dishes!
Urban Cowgill
October 2019
Andrew SPEARS
We càme in tonight for àn Anniversary dinner after a long day of doctors and weeks of hospitals .
The food looked great ..I went to pick up my tea to take my first drink to hear my husband say NO , NO, PUT IT DOWN…I SAID WHAT IS IT? THEN I SAW IT A ROACH..A DEAD ROACH IN MY TEA TO BE EXPLAINED BY THE ASSISSTANT MÀNAĜÈŔ THAT THEY HAD EXTERMINATÈD THE DAY BEFORE !!!
I ASKED HÈR WHAT THE HEALTH RATING WÀS 87..SHUT IT DOŴN…SHE SAID WE ARE WORKING ON THE PROBLEM..
MY RESPONSE..”ONE DEAD ROACH TO LATE”
… moreThe food looked great ..I went to pick up my tea to take my first drink to hear my husband say NO , NO, PUT IT DOWN…I SAID WHAT IS IT? THEN I SAW IT A ROACH..A DEAD ROACH IN MY TEA TO BE EXPLAINED BY THE ASSISSTANT MÀNAĜÈŔ THAT THEY HAD EXTERMINATÈD THE DAY BEFORE !!!
I ASKED HÈR WHAT THE HEALTH RATING WÀS 87..SHUT IT DOŴN…SHE SAID WE ARE WORKING ON THE PROBLEM..
MY RESPONSE..”ONE DEAD ROACH TO LATE”