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Urban Cantina

Mexican Tacos, Vegan Options

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Enjoy happy hour margaritas made with real lime juice and quality tequila.
  • Good to know: Clarify vegan status as vegetarian items often contain cheese.
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  • Try the frijoles tacos with black beans and plantains.
  • Expect quick service even with large groups and busy times.
  • Good to know: Some reviewers found the food bland—bringing hot sauce or asking for extra seasoning might help.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention plantains, black beans and plantains tacos and churros.

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Also fajitas, fried ice cream, fries, guacamole, nachos, salad and tacos.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and fast service.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, beautiful interior and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Urban Cantina serves Mexican staples like tacos and burritos with modest vegan accommodations—vegetarian items are marked but often require clarification due to cheese usage. The lively bar atmosphere features well-rated margaritas and attentive service, though some food reviews mention bland seasoning and inconsistencies, especially on vegan dishes. Popular lunch and dinner spot with wheelchair accessibility and quick service.

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200 E Madison St, Tampa, FL 33602

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–21:00
Tuesday
11:00–21:30
Wednesday
11:00–21:30
Thursday
11:00–21:30
Friday
11:00–22:30
Saturday
11:00–22:30
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

3.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.2 2,457 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.8 4 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
mushrooms, black beans, plantains + 1 more

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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