Jalisco Cantina

Okay, I’ll admit…..I was a little hesitant to try Mexican food in Montana 😅 but wow did Jalisco Cantina blow me away! The food was insanely flavorful and honestly felt like a hidden gem.I had the carnitas tacos, which came topped with juicy grilled pineapple and a sweet honey salsa that totally hit the spot. The chips and salsas (pretty sure they’re made in-house) were addicting,crispy, fresh, and full of flavor.To drink, I tried a hibiscus cocktail that was chef’s kiss, not too sweet, not too floral, just right. 🌺🍸The vibe was on point, too. Super cute outdoor seating, great ambiance, and it felt family-friendly but also like a perfect spot for a casual night out.If you’re ever in Whitefish and craving Mexican food, go here. You won’t regret it!

We had a really good feeling about Jalisco Cantina when we arrived, but it didn't turn out as well. The service was kind of slow, and the music was very loud and repetitive. When our chips and salsa arrived, we soon found out that after the top few, the rest of our chips were crumbled up pieces, which was disappointing because they were really good. Once our food got to our table, we found the rice to be undercooked and the tortillas to be bland and too thick. We finished our meal and then asked for a to go container. After waiting ten minutes, it finally was given to us. We asked for a to go container because we wanted to go, not wait and wait. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant. Dad's opinion: Rosa's quality tortillas are a quarter of the cost. Montana Mexican food is not that great compared to Texas'. 😃

Good dishes all around. We all enjoyed what we ordered. They have several salsas to try, some with some night heat.