
El Mariachi Mexican Cantina & Margarita Cocktail Bar
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About El Mariachi Mexican Cantina & Margarita Cocktail Bar
El Mariachi Mexican Cantina & Margarita Cocktail Bar serves Mexican food and cocktails on Avebury Ave in Tonbridge. The menu runs to 50 dishes, and the cocktail list is built around a wide range of margaritas. Mexican music plays through the dining room, and the decor carries a Mexican theme throughout. Families with young children can use the high chairs, and the step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs. Free Wi-Fi is available to guests. Reservations are recommended, and the restaurant opens daily. Those who prefer to eat off site can order takeaway or delivery.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid street parking · Somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Has kids' menu
Menu & Prices
50 dishes · mains £6–18- Garlic Bread£5.95
- Garlic Bread With Cheese & Salsa£5.95
- Cajun Mushrooms£5.95
- Grilled Halloumi With Jalapeño Jelly£5.95
- Classic Quesadilla£5.95
- Chorizo Quesadilla£5.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cocktails, mexican decor and music, beef burrito and guacamole and sour cream.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cocktails, mexican decor and music, beef burrito and guacamole and sour cream.
Customer Review Summary
Cocktails draw the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling the drink menu extensive and the mixed drinks a highlight of the visit, though one diner found their particular cocktails "weren't the best" despite finishing them. Close behind, dishes like the beef burrito and veg tortilla served with rice, guacamole, sour cream, and hot chilli pepper sauce, along with a chorizo starter, come in for repeated praise as flavorful and generous, and the shared starter platter of halloumi, chilli beef, and nachos draws mixed reactions, with one reviewer saying none of the three "did it for me." The Mexican music and decor throughout the space are mentioned often as adding to the atmosphere, and several reviewers note friendly, attentive staff who accommodated allergies and made occasions like birthdays feel special. A recurring minor gripe is portion size, with a couple of diners wishing dishes were bigger, and one noted uncomfortable seating near the toilets and kitchen. Multiple reviewers say they plan to return.
Customer Review Summary
Cocktails draw the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling the drink menu extensive and the mixed drinks a highlight of the visit, though one diner found their particular cocktails "weren't the best" despite finishing them. Close behind, dishes like the beef burrito and veg tortilla served with rice, guacamole, sour cream, and hot chilli pepper sauce, along with a chorizo starter, come in for repeated praise as flavorful and generous, and the shared starter platter of halloumi, chilli beef, and nachos draws mixed reactions, with one reviewer saying none of the three "did it for me." The Mexican music and decor throughout the space are mentioned often as adding to the atmosphere, and several reviewers note friendly, attentive staff who accommodated allergies and made occasions like birthdays feel special. A recurring minor gripe is portion size, with a couple of diners wishing dishes were bigger, and one noted uncomfortable seating near the toilets and kitchen. Multiple reviewers say they plan to return.
Featured reviews
- Ashleigh Cox
“What a place! Excellent vibes and amazing cocktails, never disappointed when I go, they are accommodating with allergies and friendly staff. Food is presented with flare and always taste amazing. Definitely my favourite place to eat in Tonbridge.”
- Samantha Copper
“Fantastic food, great service! We will definitely be going back.”
- Jay 5killuminati
“This place is good vibes the staff are all friendly and the food is exceptional. There is a big selection of dishes and cocktails on the menu. This spot is definitely one to visit if you are ever in the area.”
- Simone Green
“We spent the day shopping in Tonbridge. My daughter wanted to try this place. It was a good choice. The decorations give you something to discover in every corner. The staff was very friendly. The food came out quick and was very tasty. The only regret we have is that we didn’t have room for more food! Would definitely come again!”
- Kevin Miller
“Had a fantastic time and was looked after really well for my sons 18th Birthday. Amazing food & Service, they made the day really special for him, thank you 🙏🏼 …”
Hours
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Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
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- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 8
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves late-night food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Dining options· 5
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Crowd· 3
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 3
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
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