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Mojave Cantina, located in the heart of downtown Clawson, celebrates the tastes and spirit of the great Southwest – including Mexico, South America and the American Southwest Our guests are welcome to enjoy their experience outdoors in the street-side seating, in the spacious dining room with its tall front windows, or at our welcoming bar. A private room is available for our guests to use for any occasion. Our menu offers a wide variety of Tex-Mex dishes that are sure to delight any palate with a symphony of different tastes and flavors. We pride ourselves on the freshness and quality of our food selections – we make our salsas, tortillas and soups daily, and only serve certified Angus beef. EAT – DRINK – FIESTA
Lively bar & eatery serving American & Mexican food, with margaritas, sangria & beer.
Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 48 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017
Phone: (248) 291-5653
Website: http://mojavemi.com/
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Reviews
Jaydeep Shinde
The chicken fajitas at this restaurant were a delightful experience. The flavors were spot on, and when I requested them to be spicier, they delivered without compromising taste. However, the dish was a bit too oily, which is somewhat expected with fajitas.
On a less positive note, I was disappointed when our checks were brought out while I was still enjoying my meal. Although the rest of the table had finished, the restaurant wasn’t particularly busy, so it seemed unnecessary. Despite this minor hiccup, the overall dining experience was enjoyable.
… moreOn a less positive note, I was disappointed when our checks were brought out while I was still enjoying my meal. Although the rest of the table had finished, the restaurant wasn’t particularly busy, so it seemed unnecessary. Despite this minor hiccup, the overall dining experience was enjoyable.
Angela Sorgi
Awesome place, service wonderful, full menu with tons of choices, indoor and outdoor seating. Our portions were huge, everyone brought home leftovers. We all tried each other’s food and it was absolutely wonderful. We did order dessert as well, the fried ice cream. Now I’ve had this a few times but never quite like this. It was covered with a corn flake coating, now normally you would see this ground up pretty fine but this was whole pieces of cereal which I really didn’t care for it just made it chewy on the outside. However the tortilla bowl was awesome. Kind of tasted like a churro.. that with the ice cream was wonderful.
I definitely plan to go back and I think you should give it a try..
… moreI definitely plan to go back and I think you should give it a try..
Pam Hayes
Multiple Mistakes and I Still Left Hungry
My husband and I have visited Mojave Cantina several times before and have generally had a good experience, which is why tonight was so disappointing.
We arrived around 8:30pm on a Sunday (the restaurant is open until 10pm), so it wasn’t even close to closing. I ordered a chicken burrito, which I’ve had there before. What came out was a beef burrito. Our waitress acknowledged the mistake and even told us she had clearly ordered chicken, so the error appeared to come from the kitchen.
About five minutes later, a replacement burrito came out — but it was cold. Not lukewarm… actually cold. After taking one bite it was obvious it hadn’t been properly heated.
To their credit, the waitress spoke with the manager and removed the $16 meal from the bill and gave me a $10 gift card, which I did appreciate. However, I specifically asked that the burrito simply be reheated so I could still eat it, because at that point I was still hungry.
After waiting about 10 minutes, nothing came out. When I flagged the waitress down to ask about it, she told me she never sent it back to the kitchen because the item had been removed from the bill and she assumed I didn’t want it anymore. That assumption was never confirmed with me, even though I had clearly asked for it to be reheated.
The manager did come over and apologize, but when we explained the situation — that someone should have confirmed whether I still wanted the food — she didn’t offer any solution and simply walked away.
So the final result of the evening was:
– Wrong meal served
– Replacement meal served cold
– Request to fix it never sent to the kitchen
– I ultimately left the restaurant hungry and had to stop somewhere else for food afterward
The drinks were good, but my husband described his meal as mediocre at best.
Mistakes happen at restaurants, and most people understand that. The real issue was how the situation was handled after the mistakes occurred. At no point did it feel like anyone was truly focused on making the experience right.
If you’re considering eating here later in the evening, I would honestly think twice. Based on this experience, it felt like the kitchen and staff were simply no longer concerned about getting orders right.
I’d like to believe this was just an off night, but the way it was handled makes that hard to believe. Hopefully the owner or management team sees this feedback and takes steps to ensure other customers don’t leave the restaurant hungry after multiple mistakes.
… moreMy husband and I have visited Mojave Cantina several times before and have generally had a good experience, which is why tonight was so disappointing.
We arrived around 8:30pm on a Sunday (the restaurant is open until 10pm), so it wasn’t even close to closing. I ordered a chicken burrito, which I’ve had there before. What came out was a beef burrito. Our waitress acknowledged the mistake and even told us she had clearly ordered chicken, so the error appeared to come from the kitchen.
About five minutes later, a replacement burrito came out — but it was cold. Not lukewarm… actually cold. After taking one bite it was obvious it hadn’t been properly heated.
To their credit, the waitress spoke with the manager and removed the $16 meal from the bill and gave me a $10 gift card, which I did appreciate. However, I specifically asked that the burrito simply be reheated so I could still eat it, because at that point I was still hungry.
After waiting about 10 minutes, nothing came out. When I flagged the waitress down to ask about it, she told me she never sent it back to the kitchen because the item had been removed from the bill and she assumed I didn’t want it anymore. That assumption was never confirmed with me, even though I had clearly asked for it to be reheated.
The manager did come over and apologize, but when we explained the situation — that someone should have confirmed whether I still wanted the food — she didn’t offer any solution and simply walked away.
So the final result of the evening was:
– Wrong meal served
– Replacement meal served cold
– Request to fix it never sent to the kitchen
– I ultimately left the restaurant hungry and had to stop somewhere else for food afterward
The drinks were good, but my husband described his meal as mediocre at best.
Mistakes happen at restaurants, and most people understand that. The real issue was how the situation was handled after the mistakes occurred. At no point did it feel like anyone was truly focused on making the experience right.
If you’re considering eating here later in the evening, I would honestly think twice. Based on this experience, it felt like the kitchen and staff were simply no longer concerned about getting orders right.
I’d like to believe this was just an off night, but the way it was handled makes that hard to believe. Hopefully the owner or management team sees this feedback and takes steps to ensure other customers don’t leave the restaurant hungry after multiple mistakes.
will
Went here and was pleasantly surprised about the quality and service of the food chips are included with the entree making it feel like a good value. The restaurant has a darker tone lighting that works. The server was very quick and answered all questions excellently. Food tasted great only thing that I wish is to be able to add spice some of the flavors work but with a little spice can make it perfect. Definitely worth a visit and I will be coming back
Food:8/10
Value:8.2/10
Atmosphere: 8/10
Staff:9.2/10
… moreFood:8/10
Value:8.2/10
Atmosphere: 8/10
Staff:9.2/10
Jeanne Markowski
We came in on a cold Monday to a nice warm restaurant with a lot of diners and I had the chimichangas with queso on top and my husband had a burrito and the food was wonderful. The service was great lovely young lady and I couldn’t have had a more perfect evening The picture is all that was left
… moreMeg reviews
I am always impressed with the service here. The girls who waitress here are phenomenal looking and also very intelligent. They always bring me a water with my drink as well as my meal. They never forget the silver and most importantly the fajitas are top-notch and the El Diablo spicy margarita is beyond comparable to any Mexican restaurants in the area. Don’t sleep on this spot
… moreKristen Chambe
First time trying this place and it was absolutely amazing and did not disappoint! The fresh hot chips and spicy salsa that comes to the table is the perfect starter! We got the burrito and birria tacos.. everything was perfectly flavored, hot and service was fast and amazing! We also got the blood orange mojave margarita.. exceeded our expectations! 10/10 recommend anyone to come here that loves a great authentic mexican restaurant! Also had to get the churros that everyone was raving about and we havent tried them yet but presentation is 100/10! Daylon was a great server!
… moreJohnathan Milgie
Mojave Cantina absolutely crushed it.
The veggie fajitas are legit some of the best I’ve had. Perfectly cooked veggies, great seasoning, and actually filling, which is rarer than it should be. Everything came out hot, fresh, and sizzling like fajitas should.
Extra shoutout to our server Nate. On point the whole time. Super friendly, attentive without hovering, and kept the water coming like a pro. That alone earns bonus points.
Easy spot to recommend. I will 100% be back for those fajitas again.
… moreThe veggie fajitas are legit some of the best I’ve had. Perfectly cooked veggies, great seasoning, and actually filling, which is rarer than it should be. Everything came out hot, fresh, and sizzling like fajitas should.
Extra shoutout to our server Nate. On point the whole time. Super friendly, attentive without hovering, and kept the water coming like a pro. That alone earns bonus points.
Easy spot to recommend. I will 100% be back for those fajitas again.
Julie H
It’s possible that this was just a bad day, because I’ve eaten here in the past and it’s been fabulous. I ordered carryout of steak and chicken fajitas, and a side of guacamole and chips.
When I got home and opened up the package, the first thing I noticed is that I didn’t get any tortillas. When I opened up the accoutrements for the fajitas, everything was missing (the sour cream, all the toppings that go on the fajitas) except a double portion of white rice, and a small handful of shredded lettuce. When I opened up the bag of corn chips to eat some guacamole, all the chips were crumbled little pieces.
I called the restaurant to tell them that I was missing the tortillas, the sour cream, and all the toppings for the fajitas. I spoke with the manager, who told me that Vera, our order-taker was new, and that she had already left for the day. She told me that nobody had access to her sign in, and it would take her at least an hour to figure out how to get into her sign in, to verify that we actually placed an order. She told me that I could send an email and include pictures and the main manager would figure out what to do. In the meantime, I’m left with eating the meat pieces all by themselves after paying $32 for dinner, and tipping them too!
… moreWhen I got home and opened up the package, the first thing I noticed is that I didn’t get any tortillas. When I opened up the accoutrements for the fajitas, everything was missing (the sour cream, all the toppings that go on the fajitas) except a double portion of white rice, and a small handful of shredded lettuce. When I opened up the bag of corn chips to eat some guacamole, all the chips were crumbled little pieces.
I called the restaurant to tell them that I was missing the tortillas, the sour cream, and all the toppings for the fajitas. I spoke with the manager, who told me that Vera, our order-taker was new, and that she had already left for the day. She told me that nobody had access to her sign in, and it would take her at least an hour to figure out how to get into her sign in, to verify that we actually placed an order. She told me that I could send an email and include pictures and the main manager would figure out what to do. In the meantime, I’m left with eating the meat pieces all by themselves after paying $32 for dinner, and tipping them too!
Grace Milgie
Mojave Cantina does it again.
The tacos Mexicanos were outstanding. Simple, classic, and packed with flavor. Fresh ingredients, great textures, and clearly made with care. Sometimes tacos just hit exactly the way you want them to, and these nailed it.
Another big shoutout to Nate. Friendly, sharp, and totally dialed in. Drinks stayed full, timing was perfect, and the whole experience felt easy and relaxed because of him.
Consistently great food and great service. This place keeps earning repeat visits.
… moreThe tacos Mexicanos were outstanding. Simple, classic, and packed with flavor. Fresh ingredients, great textures, and clearly made with care. Sometimes tacos just hit exactly the way you want them to, and these nailed it.
Another big shoutout to Nate. Friendly, sharp, and totally dialed in. Drinks stayed full, timing was perfect, and the whole experience felt easy and relaxed because of him.
Consistently great food and great service. This place keeps earning repeat visits.