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On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina Memphis
If you're craving an authentic Mexican dining experience that hits all the right notes, look no further than On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina Memphis, located at 8101 Giacosa Pl, Memphis, TN. This beloved establishment stands as a beacon for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts in an area often described as lacking in flavorful options. With a rich menu filled with freshly prepared dishes, it's no wonder that locals like Ashley D. express their delight at rediscovering this gem after years.
Step inside and you may find yourself enamored with the aromas wafting through the air—each taco and enchilada prepared to order, ensuring freshness unlike the mass-produced alternatives often found in the area. As noted by loyal customers such as William D., On The Border's commitment to serving food made in-house with real ingredients is a breath of fresh air. He highlights their fantastic in-house salsa and guacamole, as well as the delectable tacos and enchiladas that have patrons raving about their quality and authenticity.
Not to be overlooked is the drink menu, featuring margaritas crafted with real lime juice—an exceptional feature that has set On The Border apart from others. Whether you're sitting at the bar with expert bartenders like Benny and Kyle or being served by the attentive wait staff, your experience is bound to be memorable. Benny, in particular, has received high praise from numerous patrons who rave about his top-notch service and ability to elevate the dining experience.
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina Memphis may have some aesthetic areas for improvement, as pointed out by a few customers, but there's no denying that the heart of this restaurant beats strong in the kitchen. Fresh, flavorful dishes await, backed by a team dedicated to customer satisfaction. If you're in Memphis and searching for a culinary experience that feels genuine and satisfying, this charming cantina should be at the top of your list. Treat yourself to a meal that connects you to the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine, and keep it firmly on your rotation. You might just find yourself returning weekly!
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“ We are new to area not super happy with the Mexican food here. I used to live in CA and haven’t had On the Border since, 20 years ago! I was so excited when we saw it, we stopped and ate. The food was so so good! The best! The server lady was so fast and I think she was the only one working! She was great! We will be back weekly, I do think the location needs some help aesthetically. The landscape is overgrown, and things run down over the restaurant. ”
“ NO GREEN MARGARITAS! Please try OTB again. I’ve been away for a few years and recently stopped in on a motorcycle ride for a margarita. God how this place has changed! I’ve returned a few times and I’m saying this is now the best TexMex/Mex in town. We are in a Mex food desert. Everything is canned, microwaved, dried out and poured out of a Mexican food service co. jug or can. OTB is cooking fresh, in house to order food unlike all the others. I travel the west and can tell you the 2 closest places to get food close to this good is either Uncle Julio’s in Nashville or 400 miles west over the Texas line. Tacos, enchiladas, birria tacos, in house salsa and guacamole are all fantastic and FRESH. THEY MAKE MARGARITAS WITH REAL LIME JUICE instead of the crappy bright green fake sweet and sour mix everybody else uses. Salsa appears made in house not bright red, poured out of a jug. Beans and rice made in house like your grandmother would have made them. Sit at the bar area and let Benny and Kyle take care of you. Best bartenders/servers in town. If some people had bad experiences here they weren’t being taken care of by Benny. Seriously try here if you haven’t been in a while. It is awesome! ”
“ Ask for Benny! Really good service and great food! It was my birthday dinner! Benny is the best server! ”
“ Missing the Southaven location so drove from Olive Branch to Wolfchase. Food was great and really hit the spot. Cannot say enough good things about Benny our server as our lunch experience was amazing. We will be back. ”
“ BENNY IS THE BEST!!!! Our waiter made this the best experience. Upon arriving, we were immediately greeted and seated. Seconds later we had drinks and an appetizer on its way. After looking over the menu and placing our order, the food felt like it was already on its way. The food was deliciously fresh and looked just like the photo. Even with all that....BENNY put it over the top! I definitely recommend finding yourself “On the Border”!!!! ”
“ We were out and about running errands and decided to stop here for lunch. It was our first time, and we were instantly warmly welcomed by Ann. She is great! We were seated and brought some chips and salsa. SO GOOD! Light and crispy, and the salsa has a bit of heat, but just a little kick and a lot of flavor. I was a little disappointed that they advertise having Pepsi Zero, but our server said they don't have it. Oh well. I ordered the chicken taco salad with the lime vinegarette and BF ordered the Borders Bowl with shrimp and avocado salsa. They were both excellent. Light and refreshing and perfect portion for lunch. Actually, we ended up taking some of it home. We filled up a little too much on the chips! Our server seemed a little busy; he took awhile to get back to us sometimes, but he was very nice. Our food was reasonably priced, and we were very happy to have stumbled upon this place. We will definitely be back. I highly recommend this place. ”
“ Had been wanting to try On the Border for years and finally got the opportunity. Everything was excellent, from the food to the service by Ann. My only disappointment was that they were out of Tres Leches and she said they were not going to be serving it anymore. That aside, I look forward to dining at On The Border the next time I'm near one of their locations. ”
“ VERY GOOD! We hadn’t been to OTB in years and had a desire for some good Tex Mex. We stopped in and got some chicken quesadillas and chicken fajitas. The chips and queso were good. ”