Cicada Cantina - Redding

We always have a great time dining at this restaurant. There's something distinct about it compared to other Mexican eateries in the area, particularly in terms... read more We always have a great time dining at this restaurant. There's something distinct about it compared to other Mexican eateries in the area, particularly in terms of the food. However, the service from the waitstaff can be a bit inconsistent. Our toddler grew restless while we waited for the bill, so I stepped outside while my husband took care of the check inside. Despite this minor issue, we still consider it a fantastic place to eat.

I went 24 hours without food and reluctantly decided to have lunch at this restaurant. Unfortunately, the food was incredibly disappointing—something I haven't... read more I went 24 hours without food and reluctantly decided to have lunch at this restaurant. Unfortunately, the food was incredibly disappointing—something I haven't encountered in a long time. The tortilla was incredibly dry, while the meat was so greasy that it made it difficult to properly mash the avocado, which ended up being full of chunks. I couldn't even finish my meal, despite my hunger after going without food for a whole day. Is this really considered a restaurant? Overall, it was a very unsatisfactory experience.

The food at this restaurant is outstanding, and the ambiance is delightful. The place is also very clean. While the overall service was good, our waiter appeare... read more The food at this restaurant is outstanding, and the ambiance is delightful. The place is also very clean. While the overall service was good, our waiter appeared to be a bit distracted and only checked on us once. Nonetheless, the tacos were incredible, the margaritas were refreshing, and the nachos were excellent. The atmosphere definitely makes it worth a visit, even with the service being somewhat lacking. I usually leave at least a 15% tip, but in this case, it wasn’t quite up to par.

We have eaten there several times since the change of ownership and have not been disappointed at all. Great menu, great staff, and the new owners are pretty aw... read more We have eaten there several times since the change of ownership and have not been disappointed at all. Great menu, great staff, and the new owners are pretty awesome!

Long story short, this was my husbands and I’s first date without the little one in a loooonnnng time. It smelled great going in! I don’t usually expect much go... read more Long story short, this was my husbands and I’s first date without the little one in a loooonnnng time. It smelled great going in! I don’t usually expect much going out anymore, but honestly… this was the best place in town. The food was freaking amazing and the presentation and service was too! Not a place that we’d go to on a routine night out (cost wise) but we will be coming back! Thank you for a great start to an amazing date night with the hubby!