A1 Cantina - Calgary

Mexican, Latin-american, Spanish
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A1 Cantina

A1 Cantina
4.2 / 5 (1620 reviews)

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The menu of A1 Cantina from Calgary contains about 131 different menus and drinks. On average you pay about CA$13 for a dish / drink.

**Dining at A1 Cantina: A Mixed Bag of Experiences** A1 Cantina captures both loyal patrons and new diners with its tempting menu and lively atmosphere, yet customer experiences reveal a spectrum of satisfaction. While many praise the flavorful dishes and a vibrant setting enjoyed alongside a fun evening, recurring issues, such as uncomfortable seating, small tables, and inconsistency in service, leave guests feeling rushed or neglected. Concerns about cleanliness and COVID precautions have also been voiced, sparking hesitation in returning. Ultimately, A1 Cantina remains a go-to for casual dining, but improvements in service and ambiance are necessary for an enhanced dining experience.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Mason

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★ 4.2 / 5 from 1620 reviews

Was Paige Kozey at A1 Cantina a mag?
I love A1 Cantina and was a regular one since it opened. The A1 salad is one of my absolute favorites! Although the service is usually excellent when I was dinner with some friends last night, we were basically ignored by our server all the time when we were there, which was quite unpleasant. I'll give him a break before I come back. View all feedback.

What Willard Brown dislikes about A1 Cantina:
This was our first time. Our server was wonderful. She moved us when we couldn’t sit on totally uncomfortable chairs. This restaurant is in a high end area but it needs lots of tender loving care -big time! Chairs are so bad. Tables are so small. Perhaps we may use pickup as food was good Place would be better as a lunch spot as uncomfortable chairs blasting music don’t make for a relaxing evening experience or oppor... View all feedback.

paige02
09.03.2023

I love A1 Cantina and was a regular one since it opened. The A1 salad is one of my absolute favorites! Although the service is usually excellent when I was dinner with some friends last night, we were basically ignored by our server all the time when we were there, which was quite unpleasant. I'll give him a break before I come back.

paige02
10.03.2023

Patio is fantastic. Food and drinks perfect. Will be back.

brown-willard
09.03.2023

This was our first time. Our server was wonderful. She moved us when we couldn’t sit on totally uncomfortable chairs. This restaurant is in a high end area but it needs lots of tender loving care -big time! Chairs are so bad. Tables are so small. Perhaps we may use pickup as food was good Place would be better as a lunch spot as uncomfortable chairs blasting music don’t make for a relaxing evening experience or opportunity to visit with friends. We couldn’t even hear our server!

mason-schultz
10.03.2023

Birria, al pastor, and fish tacos were amazing; guacamole was delicious, too!! Can’t wait to come back and try more.

albertha-funk
10.03.2023

The food and atmosphere were fantastic. Our server was incredible; we were just visiting and had the table for the entire evening. She never rushed us and consistently checked in to see if we needed anything. It was a fun dinner and a perfect night out, just what we were looking for!

  • Antojitos

    A1 Salad
    A1 Salad
    CA$19
    Al Pastor Poutine
    Al Pastor Poutine
    CA$18
  • All Day - Kids Menu

    Kids Fries And Ketchup
    Kids Fries And Ketchup
    CA$8
  • All Day - Sides, Sauces, Salsas, Broths

    Birria Broth 6 Oz
    Birria Broth 6 Oz
    CA$4
  • Entremeses Y Ensaladas

    Salsa Tasting
    Salsa Tasting
    CA$19
  • Sides/Extras

    Side Tortilla Chips
    Side Tortilla Chips
    CA$3

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