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Address: 2800 D St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Phone: (267) 519-2142
Website: http://cantinalamartinapa.com/
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Cantina La Martina
He brought inspiration from states throughout Mexico to create the authentic Mexican menu at his Kensington restaurant, which is closed as of November 2025.
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Cantina La Martina, the popular Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, announces that it’s closing next month.
Reviews
Laura Hernandez
Came to this restaurant for the very first time with my family. The restaurant is nicely decorated and has a very great vibe. Honestly can say all the staff were super friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Both the food and drinks were amazing in presentation and taste!! Definitely a 100/10 experience and will for sure come back again!
… moreChanae Brown
We came to Cantina La Martina for the final day of their Cocina de Humo experience for $50 and it was wonderful! I thought it would be an in and out experience but instead, our group stayed for hours chatting with each other and one of the owners.
The drinks were great and we loved our food, especially the guacamole, octopus and elote. Cocino de Humo is great because it includes guac, sides, 3 choices from the grill, AND dessert. Maria took the time to explain all of the items and it’s significance to Mexican cuisine. The sauces & pickled veggies were made in-house and we loved that special touch.
It felt like visiting a family member’s house, we were also gifted vegetables from the garden and it was so sweet, we made a veggie salad once we returned home! 10/10 for Cantina La Martina, I can’t wait to go back!
… moreThe drinks were great and we loved our food, especially the guacamole, octopus and elote. Cocino de Humo is great because it includes guac, sides, 3 choices from the grill, AND dessert. Maria took the time to explain all of the items and it’s significance to Mexican cuisine. The sauces & pickled veggies were made in-house and we loved that special touch.
It felt like visiting a family member’s house, we were also gifted vegetables from the garden and it was so sweet, we made a veggie salad once we returned home! 10/10 for Cantina La Martina, I can’t wait to go back!
Riki B
After ordering delicious Togo food here all winter, we started dining outside during the summer and WOW! The atmosphere of dining outside makes me feel like I am half a world away from Pennsylvania on vacation…the music, the smells of food, the decor and the safe enclosed dining area is just like a quaint, fun vacation. My husband and I ate goat barbacoa here for the first time tonight and it was phenomenal! The ceviche is incredible. The margaritas are horchata are . The Kensington area may be intimidating for some, but as long as you are dining inside of the Cantina, you are on a safe vacation the owners are lovely people too! Do yourself a favor and eat some good food here!
… moreTim Eads
I had high hopes for this place based on the reviews etc. My partner and I grew up in Texas and lived in Mexico briefly so we know our way around Mexican food. Let’s start with the positives:
1. The margarita was really good and you can definitely taste the alcohol. The aqua frescas were super tasty and reminded us of Mexico.
2. The staff was nice and we got great service.
Now to the negatives (the food). Overall everything seemed dry and reheated poorly. Definitely not fresh as you would expect.
1. The Pastor Negro tacos were so incredibly dry the meat was difficult to chew. The freshly made tortillas cracked apart as we picked them up.
2. The tamales appetizer we got was also incredibly dry. The masa in them wasn’t as moist as you would expect. It honestly seemed like they heated them up in the microwave.
3. We ordered the barbacoa special of the night for our other main course. For $50 I expected it to blow my socks off. Instead the meat was chewy and the consume lacked flavor. I don’t think any salt had been added to it. The tortillas had clearly been reheated and crumbled as you folded them. To be fair they stated that the tortillas were “handmade” and not fresh. I can assure you no one was in the kitchen making the tortillas to order like you would expect a restaurant like this.
It’s possible the main chef was out that evening but shouldn’t be an excuse on a Saturday night to have sub-par food. It wasn’t busy and didn’t seem to be rushing around filling online orders.
I’d like to give them another shot as our experience seems so different than most peoples.
… more1. The margarita was really good and you can definitely taste the alcohol. The aqua frescas were super tasty and reminded us of Mexico.
2. The staff was nice and we got great service.
Now to the negatives (the food). Overall everything seemed dry and reheated poorly. Definitely not fresh as you would expect.
1. The Pastor Negro tacos were so incredibly dry the meat was difficult to chew. The freshly made tortillas cracked apart as we picked them up.
2. The tamales appetizer we got was also incredibly dry. The masa in them wasn’t as moist as you would expect. It honestly seemed like they heated them up in the microwave.
3. We ordered the barbacoa special of the night for our other main course. For $50 I expected it to blow my socks off. Instead the meat was chewy and the consume lacked flavor. I don’t think any salt had been added to it. The tortillas had clearly been reheated and crumbled as you folded them. To be fair they stated that the tortillas were “handmade” and not fresh. I can assure you no one was in the kitchen making the tortillas to order like you would expect a restaurant like this.
It’s possible the main chef was out that evening but shouldn’t be an excuse on a Saturday night to have sub-par food. It wasn’t busy and didn’t seem to be rushing around filling online orders.
I’d like to give them another shot as our experience seems so different than most peoples.
Lilly Jiang
Loved the food here for brunch. Highly recommend the house guacamole. They also do a taco box which I also highly recommend, great variety and so tasty but I think that’s only for takeout. We also got this French toast thing, I forgot what it was called, but it was enormous and delicious, very crunchy with a layer of sugar on top – definitely want to share!
Biggest qualm is the location, it was pretty sketchy and I don’t think I would come here for dinner. Maybe we were being dramatic but my husband felt like he need to pop outside every couple minutes to make sure our car wasn’t being broken into.
… moreBiggest qualm is the location, it was pretty sketchy and I don’t think I would come here for dinner. Maybe we were being dramatic but my husband felt like he need to pop outside every couple minutes to make sure our car wasn’t being broken into.
Lindsey Lees
This place was a nice surprise! You walk in & totally forget where you are. Food was authentic & tasty. The margaritas were also delicious! The atmosphere was fun with all their decor. I believe there were only 2 people working that day so our waitress was also the bartender. She multitasked like a pro & was super sweet!
… moreSandra Rojo
Well, this was an amazing experience! Since the start, till the end! Mexican food with a original touch… My family and I were able to be satisfied by every single dish! Wonderful taste, great presentation and unique service! To celebrate my birthday was incredible… ♥️
I recommend this restaurant as a one of my favorite restaurants in Philadelphia that you have to check it out!
… moreI recommend this restaurant as a one of my favorite restaurants in Philadelphia that you have to check it out!
Sharon Zhong
Cozy Mexican restaurant deep in Kensington. The food was good but not the most amazing Mexican food. A little overrated in my opinion. But service was very attentive and the churros were to die for! Good value for the price and quality of food.
… moreA W (AW)
I have no clue what I ate but it was the most fantastic authentic Mexican my soul has ever desired. More than the meal was the wonderful tour from the owner of the authentic fire pits complete with a personal garden tour and pets from the resident rabbit in the garden. I’ve never had a more personal dining experience, absolutely will return again.
… moreStephanie R.
If you’re looking for good quality Mexican food, it’s here! Came for lunch with one of my friends & we loved it! The chicken nachos were soooo good, and we had the carnitas tacos & the shrimp tacos. Our cocktail of choice was the mango margaritas & they tasted amazing. Highly recommend. I see some bad reviews about the location or service, it’s a new restaurant so BE PATIENT! And yes, it’s in Kensington? If you’re scared then order take out. But the restaurant itself is very nice and CLEAN!! You’re not going to be outside hanging out with the junkies.
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