Baja Cantina

Name: Baja Cantina
Address: 24 Waterway Ave Ste Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX, United States, 77380
Telephone: (832) 432-2252
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.4

3.4

106 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Our carefully and lovingly crafted food and specialty drinks reflect a blend of Mexican, Latin, and Californian cultures. We ground on traditional Mexican dishes and flavors like carnitas and cotija cheese and add a twist of Southern California fusion which places an emphasis on fresh ingredients, seafood, and a Mediterranean flare.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 11, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(832) 432-2252

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Brunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 11:15 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(832) 432-2252
Website
http://www.eatbaja.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Kevin Crowell
Catering
We are working on our catering menu and options. In the meantime, please contact us at 832-432-BAJA or info@eatbaja.com to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are happy to accommodate private events - simply contact us at 832-432-BAJA or info@eatbaja.com.

Location
24 Waterway Ave Ste, Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Neighborhood
The Woodlands
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Salsa Trio$4.00
Roasted arbol red salsa, green jalapeno salsa, and roasted tomatillo with a basket full of crispy chips
Nacho Tower$13.00
Layers and layers of homemade chips, pinto beans, pico de gallo, melted cheese, fresh jalapenos, and crema. Keep it vegetarian or choose chorizo or chicken
Mini Tostadas$10.00
Three tostadas to try out...Ceviche, Chorizo, and Carnitas. Our ceviche includes fresh fish prepared traditional style with fresh lime juice, tomato, jalapeño, onion, and avocado. Our chorizo is paired with black beans, guacamole, lettuce, and pico de gallo topped with chili aioli. The carnitas are prepared with smashed pinto beans, avocado, lettuce, pico de gallo and jalapeño ranch
San Juan Wings$12.00
A serving of eight (8) tender chicken wings tossed with our homemade Puerto Rican salsa with a side of jalapeño ranch
Flautas de la Casa$6.50
A serving of three (3) flautas with our house salsa, lettuce, crema, and jalapeño ranch. Your choice of cheese or chicken
Emiliano Zapata Quesadilla$7.00
Two of our incredible homemade tortillas with cheese topped with Mexican crema and pico de gallo. Option to add chicken
Rosarito Tostada$8.00
Seared Ahi Tuna on a crispy tortilla with guacamole, mint pico de gallo, and smoked chili aioli

Cantina Tacos

Prices are for one taco. Make it a plate with rice and beans for an additional $3.50. Just the Taco

Baja Fish Taco$4.50
Panko crusted Basa Fish topped with cabbage, pico de gallo, and homemade jalapeño ranch
Taco Veracruz$4.50
Chilli grilled Basa fish topped with cabbage, pico de gallo, and our homemade smoked aioli
Carne Asada Taco$4.50
Fajita style grilled skirt steak topped with onion, cilantro and your choice of homemade jalapeño green salsa or roasted chili arbol red salsa
Barbacoa Taco$4.50
Traditional beef cheek braised to perfection and topped with onion, cilantro, and our homemade jalapeño green salsa
Rosarito Shrimp Taco$5.00
Your choice of grilled or fried jumbo shrimp topped with elote corn salsa, smoked aioli, pico de gallo and mexican cheese
Grilled Chicken Taco$4.00
Grilled escabeche Spanish style chicken breast topped with your choice of jalapeño green or roasted chili arbol red salsa
Michoacán Carnitas Taco$4.00
House carnitas estilo Michoacán style topped with avocado sauce, cilantro, and pickled red onion

Cantina Tortas

Add a side of fries for an additional $3 or specialty fries for $5

Puerto Rican Crispy Chicken$10.00
Panko crusted chicken thigh fried to perfection with lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli. Tossed in our homemade Puerto Rican salsa and served on a pretzel bun
Torta de Carnitas$10.00
Michoacán style carnitas sautéed with onion, tomato, jalapeno, and smashed pinto beans. Topped with creamy avocado sauce and red pickled onions and served on a Torta Bolio roll
Cubana with Mexican Twist$11.00
Pork filet Milanese, Texas smoked sausage, cured ham, grilled Mexican cheese, avocado, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato, mayo and yellow mustard served on our fresh Torta Bolio roll
Beef Fajita Torta$11.00
Grilled marinated skirt steak, sautéed onions, melted Oaxacan cheese, mayo, tomato, lettuce, avocado, and jalapeño served on a Torta Bolio roll

Cantina Ensaladas

Mi Barrio Caesar$7.50
Fresh romaine lettuce, grilled corn, radish, fresh jalapeño, queso fresco, and crispy tortilla strips tossed with our homemade Caesar dressing
Stuffed Avocado Salad$15.00
Two avocado halves filled with your choice of grilled shrimp and a smoked chili aioli or house ceviche served on a bed of greens with cherry tomatoes
Cantina Steak Salad$16.00
Grilled skirt steak, fresh avocado, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens and queso fresco tossed with our homemade jalapeño ranch
Puerto Rican Crispy Chicken Salad$11.00
Panko crusted chicken thigh fried to perfection and served on a bed of greens with cabbage, carrots, radicchio, and avocado tossed with our Puerto Rican vinaigrette and topped with a drizzle of smoked aioli
Salad Veracruzana$15.00
Grilled shrimp, black beans, grilled corn, and pico de gallo served on a bed of mixed greens and tossed with our smoked lime vinaigrette

Cantina Fries

Cali Garlic Fries$7.00
Crispy garlic fries tossed in our fresh garlic olive oil with a drizzle of garlic aioli
Truffle Fries$9.00
Crispy fries tossed with truffle oil, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese with a drizzle of garlic aioli
Nueva Italia Fries$9.00
Crispy fries tossed in our homemade red salsa and topped with Mexican cheese and pico de gallo with a drizzle of crema on top
Cajun Fries*$7.00
Crispy fries tossed in Cajun seasoning

What 106 people are saying

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3.4

3.4 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.1Service
3.7Ambience
3.2Value

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healthyeater
Phoenix
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great venue before Jimmy Buffet. Manager was working his tail off to keep all the parrot heads happy. Intersecting yummy foods!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience3
The worst experience I’ve ever had. The service was horrible waited over an hour for drinks and didn’t get them until we got up and went to the bartender ourselves. Restaurant wasn’t even full. Just very poor experience from the beginning untrained staff nobody knew what they were doing. I’ll never be back. The price you pay for that food the experience should be top notch
BD
BirthdayDinner
Houston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience3
Our waiter sucked. Wrong food delivered to our table. That same food was sent back and brought back out to a table behind us. How ironic. Ordered drinks and it took forever to get them.
TT
TexasT
Houston
98 reviews
vip
4.0
98 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Good easy place to go in The W. Wish we couldve sat outside but full. Inside was fine esp with the A/C. Service was good until the end as I think our waitress forgot about us and the check. The bathroom line was tough to watch b/c its only room for 1 at a time. Great tasting food and the drinks were good too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
Mother’s Day. Took forever for a menu. Long wait for silverware. Long wait to order. All good finally arrived and then they tell my dad they are out of his dish. So another 30 minutes to bring him food and we are all finished eating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for Mothers day and the special eggs Benedict were sooo good. It was great sitting on the patio for brunch and having Mimosas! Everyone is so friendly and the atmosphere is totally fun!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
SUPER disappointed. We made a reservation here before a concert at The Woodlands. It was only four of us, and we thought we’d get there early have a drink and an appetizer and then head out. Upon arriving at the restaurant (earlier than our reservation) we told the gentleman at the host stand our name and that we had a reservation. He proceeded to then look around the restaurant, wait a moment, and tell us “well it’ll be about 25-30 minutes for a table inside and the only one we have outside is directly in the sunlight.” If you’re going to take a reservation that specifically said indoor dining, you might want to have a table available? It seemed like not only did this gentleman not want to be there, but couldn’t care less about us. He was rude and arrogant. BUT we did go next door to Bar Louie and I couldn’t recommend them more!!!! The food, atmosphere, drinks, and service are always INCREDIBLE. Don’t waste your time at Baja Cantina. There are far better restaurants in the woodlands, and definitely better Mexican than a place that advertises (Cali-Mex)
MA
MichaelA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
It was alright. We went for date night and a concert. We were sat in the corner under the AC cent. Yikes. It was freezing. Food was comparable to budget Mexican food places.
GA
GenaA
Houston
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Brunch is always lively at Baja. The food is always good. I wish the servers could keep up with the tables better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great as always! I highly recommend the Carne Asada fries and any of the tacos! The drink menu has so many choices but they will make you any drink you ask for. I love sitting on the patio it has such a fun atmosphere. The staff is so pleasant and always attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Sunday brunch and there was a total of 3 servers for both inside and outside. INSANE. Made reservations for 2 and arrived on time. Took 30 minutes to give our drink order, another 28 minutes to actually get our drinks. Took my first sip of a mimosa literally an hour into sitting and waiting. Food was another 25 min and it was soggy and cold. Servers seemed to be struggling and management didn't look to being doing anything. As a previous server, I totally feel for this. Bad job on management
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Easter
Houston
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Daughters 13h Birthday with 5 of her closest friends. They had a blast
K
Karlam
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
It’s so different now, it had a better ambiance with the previous management. Waitress barebcheck up on you, I had to be getting up to get to get napkins and ask for champagne. We weren’t happy overall.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience2
Service from start to finish was bad. Our waitress did apologize as she was overwhelmed but it was not a good experience. Food, however, was good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience2
This has always been our spot to go to. We can always expect great food and service. We were very disappointed with the service. Made online reservation so being seated was not an issue, it took 25 min to get our water, not even our drinks those came 35 min later after seated. Then it took another 30 min for the waiter to come get out order. We were there about 1 hour and 30 min in before our food was brought out. Not to mention items were missed from our order. Something has changed and not for the best. We felt it, seen it. Management didn’t care as they normally would. It’s sad to say but we will not be returning. It went from the best to the worse service. Food was still on point and good, but the lack of service just killed the experience for us.
AM
ArmandoM
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience3
Food was OK and the ambiance was festive but the service was terrible and that ruined the overall experience
R
Rosalia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food & atmosphere is awesome! Perfect place for Sunday Brunch!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience3
Sunday brunch hours; it was busier than expected and service was slow. Kitchen exhaust blew into outside dining area which is a bad design. Food was okay to good but menu was more limited than the website indicated. Overall okay but unlikely to make it a regular spot.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely staff and amazing food!
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shannonp
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a fun experience! Excellent service & food! Great brunch with all my girlfriends! Highly recommend for brunch!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From Dallas and I found this restaurant on social media, it was great. Food was delicious, drinks were perfect and just a friendly atmosphere. Very glad I found this restaurant. 10/10!
CC
ClaudiaC
Houston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Arrived for reservation for our family of 5 on a Saturday evening. Sat for 15 minutes and was brought water by the kid cleaning the tables. No sign of any waitstaff the entire time. Finally after they appeared we tried to get their attention to no avail so we left.
GC
GloriaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome service very friendly, food is delicious,
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing!! Drinks were amazing! Service was amazing! Will definitely go back!
E
Easter
Houston
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
This is a favorite of ours. This used to be Yucatán Taco and since the change the atmosphere and food have been so much better. Management is very involved and the menu is much more Mexican. We love the Nacho Tower and the fish tacos. There are always “off the menu” items such as Korean Beef” for the taco tower and there is an incredible adult desert the call a French Toast Pop for brunch. Be sure and ask about it. If you want a great spot on The Woodlands Water Way with great food and fun atmosphere, this is it. They also have nice outside seating
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2021
overall1food2service4ambience2
The margaritas were terrible my fiend actually almost got sick very Sour sent it back and still not great. The food was just ok nothing special could be better. The waitress was good and accommodating just overall food and rink were not impressive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious brunch as always! love the chorizo eggs benedict!!
MM
MichaelM
San Francisco
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2021
overall2food3service2ambience1
Very pedestrian restaurant. Sort of a food court as a stand alone restaurant. Very mediocre.
GA
GenaA
Houston
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience3
We love the Sunday brunch but the music was sooooo loud outside. We could still hear it at the end of the block when we left.
J
Jedh
Houston
17 reviews
vip
1.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2021
overall1food2service1ambience1
Server initially took drink order quickly once we were seated, but then waited over 25 minutes for her (or anyone) to return to take our food order. The margarita I ordered took so long I eventually told server to cancel. Had to ask different servers multiple times to have someone come over to take our food order. When it was taking so long for simple appetizer of chips and salsa trio to come out, had to ask server to bring out before mains. We each ordered two tacos. Husband was happy with the Korean Beef taco, but his carne asada taco was just "OK". My fried avocado taco was good, but grilled chicken taco was mediocre. I haven't had service this abismally bad in a restaurant in a very long time. Don't think we'll return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service here is fantastic. Friendly staff, the owner came out to check on us. Food is fantastic. Awesome tacos, the nacho tower is delicious and the garlic fries are how garlic fries should be. The ambiance is great, beautiful location where you can take a beautiful stroll after dinner and they have music and entertainment at night. Covid has been an excuse for poor service the last year, but not at Baja C, we very much appreciated the care the owner and staff put into their business. Will return!
YD
YouDontKnowMyName
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2021
overall3food3service2ambience4
Heard a bartender walked off leaving other 2 bartenders slammed. But does not excuse me standing there for nearly 15 min before I was acknowledged at all. Not a hi not a I’ll be with you. Guy with the dangling earring was the one who said hi the other dude with the gray hair was just not courteous looked mad the whole time. I work as a waitress and I back up my industry workers but customer service is what we do and a smile & greet goes a long way. The drinks are so high in price. Definitely need drinks specials. Tito’s vodka was 11$ that’s outrageous. Reason I went to the bar is bc waiters take too long to come back around. I’m not sure if y’all are understaffed but we need to get it together for the amount of money spent here. Overall we had a good time DJ was playing awesome hits which made our night.
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Toni
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our server was very helpful and polite. Can't remember her name because of the 2 mango margaritas (I'm a lite weight).
LG
LindaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was good, loved the bottomless mimosas. Will definitely go back
VM
VantriseM
Houston
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience3
My friends and I were seated for about 10-15 minutes before a server actually came to our table to greet us and take our drink orders.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Bottomless Mimosas for brunch is the bomb!
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Easter
Houston
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love all of their tacos. Have been there multiple times and also enjoyed the nacho tower and the Sunday Brunch tacos
MS
MonicaS
Dallas
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2021
overall3food4service2ambience2
It was way to hot. The service was slow and I never got a water refill.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 25, 2021
overall3food3service1ambience3
Booked a table and they would not take my reservations
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2021
overall3food4service3ambience4
Food was pretty good. Chicken was pretty bland but fish and shrimp were great! Our server was very sweet!

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You can order delivery directly from Baja Cantina using the Order Online button. Baja Cantina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 432-2252.

Baja Cantina is rated 3.4 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 11, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

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Takeout

(832) 432-2252

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24 Waterway Ave Ste, Ste 160, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Additional information

Neighborhood
The Woodlands
Hours of operation
Brunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 11:15 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Kevin Crowell
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.eatbaja.com/
Phone number
(832) 432-2252
Catering
We are working on our catering menu and options. In the meantime, please contact us at 832-432-BAJA or info@eatbaja.com to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are happy to accommodate private events - simply contact us at 832-432-BAJA or info@eatbaja.com.

Baja Cantina

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Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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Cantina Bites

Salsa Trio$4.00

Nacho Tower$13.00

Mini Tostadas$10.00

San Juan Wings$12.00

Flautas de la Casa$6.50

Emiliano Zapata Quesadilla$7.00

Rosarito Tostada$8.00

Cantina Tacos

Baja Fish Taco$4.50

Taco Veracruz$4.50

Carne Asada Taco$4.50

Barbacoa Taco$4.50

Rosarito Shrimp Taco$5.00

Grilled Chicken Taco$4.00

Michoacán Carnitas Taco$4.00

Cantina Tortas

Puerto Rican Crispy Chicken$10.00

Torta de Carnitas$10.00

Cubana with Mexican Twist$11.00

Beef Fajita Torta$11.00

Cantina Ensaladas

Mi Barrio Caesar$7.50

Stuffed Avocado Salad$15.00

Cantina Steak Salad$16.00

Puerto Rican Crispy Chicken Salad$11.00

Salad Veracruzana$15.00

Cantina Fries

Cali Garlic Fries$7.00

Truffle Fries$9.00

Nueva Italia Fries$9.00

Cajun Fries*$7.00

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