Welcome to Cantina Barba
At Cantina Barba, we celebrate the vibrant flavors of Mexico in a hip, casual setting. Nestled in Houston, our restaurant specializes in mouthwatering tacos crafted from high-quality ingredients like Al Pastor pork shoulder and marinated carne asada. Notably, our breakfast tacos are a local favorite, offering a delightful start to the day. With a full bar, outdoor seating, and a lively atmosphere, we’re perfect for lunch, dinner, or late-night gatherings. Our friendly service, coupled with vegetarian options and happy hour specials, makes Cantina Barba the go-to spot for families, friends, and food lovers alike. Experience the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine with us!
- 3701 N Main St Houston, TX 77009 United States Hotline:
Welcome to Cantina Barba, a vibrant destination nestled in the lively heart of Houston, Texas, at 3701 N Main St. This culinary gem combines the best of tacos, cocktails, and burgers to create an inviting experience for food enthusiasts of all kinds.
Stepping inside Cantina Barba is like being enveloped in a lively atmosphere designed for the hip and casual diner. With outdoor seating options and a laid-back vibe, it provides the perfect backdrop for gathering with friends or enjoying a late-night taco run. Whether you're looking for a spot for lunch, dinner, or even a fun night out filled with dancing and games, Cantina Barba has it all.
The menu is a mouthwatering homage to traditional flavors. Feast your eyes on their taco selection, where each taco tells a story through its ingredients. The Al Pastor stands out, featuring adobo-marinated pork shoulder expertly grilled and topped with fresh onion and cilantro, bringing a burst of flavor with each bite. The Carne Asada is another must-try, boasting marinated skirt steak grilled to perfection. For the vegetarian crowd, the Papas Con Rajas taco, filled with potato, poblano, and beans, allows veggie lovers to indulge without compromise.
- Breakfast Tacos: Start your day right with options like the savory Pork Hash or the Barbacoa Deluxe, both enveloped in a warm tortilla for a satisfying morning treat.
- Signature Burritos: Dive into hearty choices like the Classic Burrito, a robust combination of beans, fries, and guacamole wrapped in a flour tortilla.
- Burgers: Don't miss out on their Cantina Cheeseburger. This 1/4 lb patty topped with American cheese and homemade pickles is a juicy delight that will leave you craving more.
Cantina Barba also features an impressive full bar where innovative cocktails can be paired perfectly with your meal. Enjoy the lively atmosphere enhanced by happy hour specials on weekends that make this place a buzz of excitement!
For those with a competitive spirit, there's a pool table and a TV, making it an ideal spot not just for food, but also for entertainment. The restaurant welcomes families, ensuring it's a fun outing for diners of all ages.
In conclusion, Cantina Barba is more than just a restaurant; it’s a flavorful fiesta waiting to happen. With its diverse menu, lively ambiance, and a commitment to quality ingredients, it promises a dining experience that will linger in your memory. Don’t miss out on discovering your new favorite taco spot in Houston!

Cutest little speakeasy Mezcal place for fun food and beverages . Bartender is always cool and the food is always good. So it's a plus. Restrooms are cleaned often

Stopped here for a snack on the way to Austin. I had the carne asada & pollo taco . Both were good. I prefer flour tortillas they only serve corn. The pineapple hibiscus margarita on the rocks was really good. Ramiro the bartender was pretty cool. The outside of the restaurant has a rustic look. There's plenty of outdoor seating (too hot for me).

As often as I'd visit the area, I overlooked stopping in to Cantina Barba and hate that I have been missing out on one of the best micheladas I've tasted, along with some delicious, well seasoned and packing flavor food all at budget friendly prices. Located on the corner of N. Main, across from O'Reilly's, the spot doesn't seem like a big deal, but it is. I thought it was only a bar but they offer some good food. The parking lot is small, so you can park along the street if you can find any. As you walk up, the building is small with limited seating inside, but plenty of seating outside. Walked in and capacity to sit inside is maybe 15-20 people. Simple set up walk up to register and order. They have specials on certain days, we went on a Monday and it was Birria Special. So we got that. After placing our order, we looked around to find a seat inside as outside it was cold and the heating lamps weren't on. In the time that we were waiting, a group of 10 bikers came in and placed their order. Ours didn't take but maybe 10-15 minutes to get. The Michelada with Pacifico - let me tell you, if I would've know they were that flavorful and just the right balance of spices and savory goodness, I would've been coming here long ago. The birria tacos with consume packed the right amount of flavor for both the tacos and consume (broth). Can't go wrong with that. A la carte we ordered the elotes and plantains... again all bursting with flavor. This will now be a regular rotation spot for me as my mouth is watering as I write this. Thinking of the miches and also to try, as I was told, their delicious burgers.

Open til 2am on a Sunday? Yes please. After a night out, this was THE nightcap. Lover of all things carbs and queso, this spot well...hit the spot. The parking was intimate, and the venue small, but it was nice to see they serve alcohol, and additionally offer all of the carbs you need to soak it up. Queso, 5/10, BUT 8/10 after a night out. Tacos? Well I'll take a street taco any day and these did the trick. Would I rate this spot differently if I came for lunch, completely sober midday? Maybe, but for now it's a pretty nice, chill, post outing meal!

I visited here late one night after an Astros game. It wasn't super busy, maybe because it was a weeknight...and it was fairly hot outside even at 11pm. Thursdays are the first night the speakeasy is open, and to access it one must exit the door to the north patio, and there you will see a converted shipping container. Luckily, it has cold ac inside. The bad part is it had only about 5 seats at the small bar inside. I ate inside the regular ordering area by the window and ordered a double cheeseburger, subbing for Oaxaca cheese and added bacon. I also added a michelada. My buddy just has a couple of tacos. While he wasn't exactly thrilled with his tacos, I really liked the cheeseburger. The Oaxaca cheese really makes this burger something special and I can see why it was voted one of the hottest burgers in Houston for September 2024.

Northside spot and on a list for Top 10 Burgers in Houston. Outdoor seating/patio much larger than rustic indoor so has that outdoor vibe going for it. Cocktail Bar known for their Mezcal selection. Ordered the Double Cheeseburger with Bacon/grilled onions. Juicy, a bit messy and tasty Burger. Top 10-yes! Carne Asada, Pollo and Barbacoa Tacos were simple and delicious. Loved the Elote-rich and creamy with Chipotle Mayo and Queso Fresco taking it over the top! Service was quick and friendly. As they've posted "Forget the Flowers, Bring the Tacos" & don't miss the Cantina Cheeseburger!

It's in the Northside of town, there's a spacious patio, some indoor seating, a great happy hour menu and delicious food. It's counter service but the line moves quickly and the bartenders are experienced and keep the drinks flowing. I got a michelada, it was tangy and spicy just how I like it. We came for the burgers, I had a bite and it was juicy, hot, the patty had a good crust. Just delicious. You know it's good when a bag of burgers is one of the menu specials. I would like go return to try other drinks and menu options. Great spot for drinks and delicious bar food.

I saw this place on Instagram and also while driving to a friends house and it looked cool so I finally went and the burger hands down was the best thing. We also got a quesadilla that was pretty good and I ordered a Margarita which wasn't the best but was strong. The place isn't big in the inside but lots of outdoor seating. They also have a good happy hour as well. If you want some happy hour drinks and good food to relax and chill on the patio check this place out. It's perfect for the spring/summer.