Cinco de Mayo Gem in Trinity: A Must-Try Local Mexican Spot!
After wrapping up a fun morning meeting our photographer for a photo shoot of our newest listing, my husband and I decided to celebrate Cinco de Mayo the right way--with an amazing lunch at a fantastic local spot in the Trinity area. Since this was the first time Cinco fell on Taco Tuesday since 2020, I played it safe and made a reservation on OpenTable. Smart move--it was *packed*!
If you're a foodie hunting for authentic, flavorful Mexican food with really nice ambience and a welcoming vibe, put this place on your list immediately. You can instantly tell they care about every plate that leaves the kitchen.
The house salsa was a standout--thick, rich, and packed with roasted tomato flavor instead of the usual watery stuff. The chips were made in-house and arrived perfectly fresh and warm. We asked for their hot salsa and they delivered with a housemade roasted habanero that brought serious heat! I mixed it with the regular salsa for the perfect balance, while my husband powered through it straight and loved every bite.
The $8 house margaritas (normally $10) were the special of the day and excellent --perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too tart. The bartenders clearly know their craft.
For tacos, my husband went with the Oaxaca tacos featuring grilled pineapple (his new favorite) and a Carne Asada that came in a very close second.
I ordered the shrimp tacos and the Birria taco. The shrimp came on these housemade, grilled flour tortillas that were crispy, thicker, and absolutely addictive--I'm usually a corn tortilla loyalist, but these changed my mind! The Birria was delicious too (though I did miss having consommé for dipping). Three tacos let you mix and match, which made it easy to try a couple of different options.
Even though the restaurant was buzzing, our server (whose name I unfortunately missed--sorry!) and the whole team worked like a well-oiled machine. Food and drinks came out quickly and everyone was genuinely friendly.
This is a true locally owned gem. Next time we visit, I'm ordering the flight of four margaritas--something to look forward to!
If you're in the Trinity area and love supporting great local restaurants, definitely check this spot out. Let me know if you go--I'd love to hear what you think!
Wayne Greegor
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April 18, 2026
Chips and salsa were at best half a star rating ive had better at taco bell. Chips were like taco bells salsa was not good. Got the cantina bowls one shrimp and one steak. Was good but made for better chip dip. Would be alot better if had cabbage to fill what was lacking. Small portions and just not much more than literal chip dip. Service was amazing they made sure drinks were full amd were just helpful in any way. Atmosphere was great. Good vibe and decor was excellent. Just need a menu change for the cantina bowls. And better salsa. Also no fresh guacamole that was disappointing. Drinks were good. Got six different margaritas all were delicious.
Olivia Clark
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March 30, 2026
Cantina Viajero is my absolute FAVORITE restaurant in Trinity, and the best Mexican spot I've been to in Florida. I always get their enchiladas—highly recommend!!! Their chipotle cream sauce is insane. I would buy a container of it if I could. Their salsa they give you when you're seated is also amazing! I could go on & on... My family came here for my birthday this past weekend, and it was wonderful as always. The staff is lovely and we always have a fantastic time! :)
Jeff P.
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February 19, 2026
Cantina Viajero offers truly authentic Mexican cuisine in an airy and nicely designed atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. For those who live in Northwest Pinellas County and Trinity in Southwest Pasco County, Cantina Viajero is an amazing restaurant located near the intersection of Trinity Boulevard and Little Road. A great find in an obscure location. Brie was an excellent waitress and the salsa is handcrafted from roasted tomatoes and onion base. Bravo!
Malinda Agazzi
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November 18, 2025
What a hidden gem! This place is amazing! We sat outside because it was so beautiful last night and had the chance to watch the beautiful sunset. Our waitress was great. She was always on top of things. You know sometimes you get forgotten when you sit outside, but she never did. The food was amazing. There were six in our group and everyone absolutely loved everything.
Cinco de Mayo Gem in Trinity: A Must-Try Local Mexican Spot! After wrapping up a fun morning meeting our photographer for a photo shoot of our newest listing, my husband and I decided to celebrate Cinco de Mayo the right way--with an amazing lunch at a fantastic local spot in the Trinity area. Since this was the first time Cinco fell on Taco Tuesday since 2020, I played it safe and made a reservation on OpenTable. Smart move--it was *packed*! If you're a foodie hunting for authentic, flavorful Mexican food with really nice ambience and a welcoming vibe, put this place on your list immediately. You can instantly tell they care about every plate that leaves the kitchen. The house salsa was a standout--thick, rich, and packed with roasted tomato flavor instead of the usual watery stuff. The chips were made in-house and arrived perfectly fresh and warm. We asked for their hot salsa and they delivered with a housemade roasted habanero that brought serious heat! I mixed it with the regular salsa for the perfect balance, while my husband powered through it straight and loved every bite. The $8 house margaritas (normally $10) were the special of the day and excellent --perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too tart. The bartenders clearly know their craft. For tacos, my husband went with the Oaxaca tacos featuring grilled pineapple (his new favorite) and a Carne Asada that came in a very close second. I ordered the shrimp tacos and the Birria taco. The shrimp came on these housemade, grilled flour tortillas that were crispy, thicker, and absolutely addictive--I'm usually a corn tortilla loyalist, but these changed my mind! The Birria was delicious too (though I did miss having consommé for dipping). Three tacos let you mix and match, which made it easy to try a couple of different options. Even though the restaurant was buzzing, our server (whose name I unfortunately missed--sorry!) and the whole team worked like a well-oiled machine. Food and drinks came out quickly and everyone was genuinely friendly. This is a true locally owned gem. Next time we visit, I'm ordering the flight of four margaritas--something to look forward to! If you're in the Trinity area and love supporting great local restaurants, definitely check this spot out. Let me know if you go--I'd love to hear what you think!
Chips and salsa were at best half a star rating ive had better at taco bell. Chips were like taco bells salsa was not good. Got the cantina bowls one shrimp and one steak. Was good but made for better chip dip. Would be alot better if had cabbage to fill what was lacking. Small portions and just not much more than literal chip dip. Service was amazing they made sure drinks were full amd were just helpful in any way. Atmosphere was great. Good vibe and decor was excellent. Just need a menu change for the cantina bowls. And better salsa. Also no fresh guacamole that was disappointing. Drinks were good. Got six different margaritas all were delicious.
Cantina Viajero is my absolute FAVORITE restaurant in Trinity, and the best Mexican spot I've been to in Florida. I always get their enchiladas—highly recommend!!! Their chipotle cream sauce is insane. I would buy a container of it if I could. Their salsa they give you when you're seated is also amazing! I could go on & on... My family came here for my birthday this past weekend, and it was wonderful as always. The staff is lovely and we always have a fantastic time! :)
Cantina Viajero offers truly authentic Mexican cuisine in an airy and nicely designed atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. For those who live in Northwest Pinellas County and Trinity in Southwest Pasco County, Cantina Viajero is an amazing restaurant located near the intersection of Trinity Boulevard and Little Road. A great find in an obscure location. Brie was an excellent waitress and the salsa is handcrafted from roasted tomatoes and onion base. Bravo!
What a hidden gem! This place is amazing! We sat outside because it was so beautiful last night and had the chance to watch the beautiful sunset. Our waitress was great. She was always on top of things. You know sometimes you get forgotten when you sit outside, but she never did. The food was amazing. There were six in our group and everyone absolutely loved everything.