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Red Mesa Cantina
Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
University Park - South Downtown, Saint Petersburg
"Duck tacos are amazing!! Also had the steak fajita taco- delish!"(13 Tips)
"El Gordo breakfast burrito is killer!!"(6 Tips)
"Ahi tuna tacos are my favorite thing on the menu."(5 Tips)
"Seafood mofongo - Sautéed shrimp, scallops, calamari,..."(3 Tips)
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Christin RomanAugust 3, 2014Try my brunch specialty! An order of the mofongo (their version of a pulled pork hash with yucca and plantains) topped with a fried egg! Ask for some of their salsa verde for a little extra kick!
Jeff Borrero RuizJune 9, 2018Great place for latino food and great prices! There is a reserved parking spot for here but it is $6. Had the Seafood mofongo and wife the Jibarotos and both were deliceous. 8/10.
Upvoted Oct 5
Try the shrimp Los Cabos ceviche. It has a definite bite to it but ask for homemade tortilla chips not the saltines they serve it with. They will always accommodate your substitutions like that!
John McCombsOctober 21, 2018FANTASTIC restaurant! Great food (monfongo, jibarito, and shredded pork El Gordo are all recommended), great atmosphere + decor, and well priced! Service staff was super helpful and responsive too.
Jim DouglassSeptember 10, 2015I had the chicken enchilada and was very good more then I could eat. Staff was friendly and efficient. Mid week they had 1/2 off drink specials made with fresh juices.
John HankusMarch 27, 2016Fantastic restaurant. Filet mignon burrito was both tasty and spicy. Try duck taco or tortas. Excellent gourmet spin on Mexican food. Margaritas were a bit weak though. Try the homemade tortilla chips
Tamera JontzSeptember 12, 2014I know everybody raves about the duck tacos (very good hubby had them) but I had fish, shrimp and ahi. The shrimp were so so awesome!
p baruaDecember 27, 2016Seafood mofongo and take home one of their red mesa roja sauce. It's a spicy hot sauce and absolutely delish! Didn't care too much for their taco
- Marlon AlaanAugust 9, 2015Seafood mofongo - Sautéed shrimp, scallops, calamari, tomato, cilantro and rajas in tequila lime butter sauce - served over pork carnitas, plantain and yuca mofongo
AMANDA VAN OVER @AMANDAVANOVERMay 28, 2014Ahi Tuna Wrap is ONLY available during lunch hours! Try the salad w/ ur pick of a protein! Excellent place for dates & socializing. Follow @redmesacantina @amandavanover @avoproductions
Aline SampaioJune 2, 2018Great food, the service is great, delicious food! It is trendy, all decorated with Mexican fighters pictures. Central location.
Marie La RueAugust 7, 2018Ordered the Ahi Tuna salad which was quite tasty. Great value for money. Went on a Sunday night and the place was packed. Would definitely recommend for a casual dinner.
Jonathan WebberAugust 31, 2014Excellent take on modern Mexican. Reasonably priced for lunch. Ask about daily specials- they had frito pie when I was there and it was awesome. Ceviche was good not great.
Love it! Food was great, atmosphere was awesome. We sat out by the fountain and loved it. Even if you're full, order dessert, you won't regret it!- Sunday Brunch is the bomb! El Gordo breakfast burrito is killer!! Bloody Mary's and Mimosas are great too!!
Cassie CarrApril 27, 2014Loved this place!!!! Best place we ate at while on vaca! Make sure and try their house made hot sauce!
Kyle FowlerMarch 13, 2015It might not be a main dish, but the rice and beans that come with the burritos are absolutely delicious
Weekend brunch is unbeatable, especially the biscuits with chorizo gravy and fried egg. Pair with a samosa... unreal.
Jason NewbergJanuary 18, 2015Get the ceviche sampler, very good. Duck taco was interesting but a little too sweet. Jalapeño and the cucumber margaritas were excellent.
LobsterApril 6, 2013Duck quesadillas and premium margaritas are excellent. If you're feeling frisky, go for the beer tower!
Laurie SenaMay 4, 2016Love this place. Sitting outside, quality excellent food and the servers are wonderful. Will be back again and again.
TBOcomJune 21, 2011Long a St. Pete favorite, Red Mesa adds a touch of sophistication usually missing from Mexican food. The Southwestern menu here is surprisingly large, with enough options to satisfy most tastes.
Lori HeschAugust 16, 2013We eat lunch here almost every Friday! Love, love, love the food here. Everything is so tasty but for me the best dish is the mahi stack!
JimSeptember 1, 2013Oyster shooters were amazing, ceviche fantastic. Service was good also. Thought the prices were very good, especially for the atmosphere.
Angela StevensonDecember 30, 2016Service is great!! Food is delicious and the spicy margarita is fantastic!!
MarcelaJune 2, 2012Try the Camarones Breakfast Burrito - Scrambled eggs, shrimp, fresh tomato, spinach, kalamata olives and feta cheese topped with chipotle cream sauce and queso fresco.
Liana CascianiFebruary 10, 2015If you don't get the Mofongo you are a fool. The servers here are always so genuine and knowledgeable!
- Florida JeanSeptember 3, 2016Love this place! Quality Food at a Great Value, you will leave this place with a smile!
Scott PinoDecember 13, 2018Went to a Christmas party in the ballroom and it was a great time. I would recommend the event space.
Luiz SampaioJune 2, 2018O melhor mexicano ever!!! Sample de Ceviche + Steak Quesadilha + Pork Taco + Red Sangria!
Chelsea GilgoreAugust 17, 2018Chimichanga is delish. Get sides of sauce ahead of time. Not enough salsa, sour cream, guacamole on meals.
- Everything is good. If your getting tacos be sure to order at least two.
Yellowfin tuna tostado and steak el gordo! Really cool place and good service too!
Nikola ZivicOctober 17, 2017Whatever you choose here you will not be disappointed. Coconut - ginger Mojito is soooo refreshing
Ryan GossAugust 2, 2011BEST Mexican Restaurant/Tequila Bar in Tampa Bay! Crab & Shrimp Quesadillas, Duck Tacos, Bombas, & strong, happy hour $3 Margaritas!
Fajita Wednesday's are awesome! Beef, chicken or shrimp!
Two more days until Saturday Brunch! Get the Norteno or the Steak burrito! For something a little lighter get the eggs benedicto!
Rayhl Taber-LangJuly 5, 2013Oh my the Mofungo is to die for!!! If you have never had it, try it, you won't be disappointed!!!!!!- Ahi Tuna Tacos and Mofongo are the bomb! Also, Sunday is Hospitality night!!
Amory OberlanderOctober 19, 2013Always busy which means it's good. Bar is great to chat and eat. Duck tacos excelente!
So delicious, hibiscus margarita, duck tacos, and the mofongo are our staples but everything is good!
Fantastic modern Mexican food with great drinks and atmosphere.
Michelle FernandezDecember 23, 2012Awesome place! The sangria pitcher is defintely worth it. And the steak quesadillas are amazing!!
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With Mexican cuisine at its heart, Red Mesa Cantina blends Latin and Caribbean kitchen traditions to create a great menu. Courtyard, 300+ Tequilas, 2 Bars.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–3:00 AM
(727) 896-8226
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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