Restaurants in DEN Airport Area
Cantina Grill
One of 16 restaurants we've tracked near DEN Airport Area.
Things to Know
Cantina Grill is a sit-down Mexican restaurant in Denver International Airport's Concourse B mezzanine known for strong cocktails and Colorado beer selection, offering a quieter alternative to crowded airport dining.
This is the rare airport restaurant where staff is genuinely attentive, drinks are above average, and it feels like an intentional spot to linger rather than just grab food between flights.
- ✓Colorado craft beer selection including local options like White Rascal and Pacifico, with bartenders who know their inventory
- ✓Cocktails are notably strong and worth ordering, especially if offered as doubles
- ✓Southwest salad and chicken tacos deliver quality for airport food, with fresh-tasting ingredients
- ✓Fast, friendly service and quick seating even during busy airport times
- ✓Semi-intimate atmosphere with lower lighting compared to other airport restaurants
- ⚠Prices are high, though reviewers acknowledge this is standard for airport dining
- ⚠Seating is reserved for sit-down restaurant customers only—orders from the adjacent counter service side are turned away
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
What Visitors Say
B C
3 months ago
I had a connection with time to spare, lo and behold, I ended up here. Handful of different Colorado beers on tap, the salsa was acceptable, and bar staff was friendly. Located in concourse B, take the escalator up to the mezzanine level. Decent little spot for a quick bite to eat.
Caren T
6 months ago
Great experience at Cantinas in the Denver airport. The food was sooo delicious, especially the Southwest salad we ordered. The staff was very friendly and attentive, which made our visit even better. Definitely a place worth stopping by before your flight!
Mad Buy
7 months ago
It is overpriced but right on target for airport food. Service was fast and friendly. There was certainly nothing wrong with the food, it was all good, but not fantastic. The drinks were definitely above average... get the double if offered!
Eli Marie
6 months ago
Had a long layover and walked around a bunch. Decided to stop in here for a beer got the White Rascal out of Boulder CO. Very delicious beer. Bartender was attentive and friendly. Can’t ask for more really. Didn’t order food so can’t speak on that. The other restaurants were kinda crowded and some were too brightly lit. I wanted a spot that was semi intimate and had a good selection of beer. This place did the trick. Good selection of drinks and beer. Good service. Got seated quickly. I’d come back. Thank you for the great service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cantina Grill worth it in DEN Airport Area?
This is the rare airport restaurant where staff is genuinely attentive, drinks are above average, and it feels like an intentional spot to linger rather than just grab food between flights. Known for: colorado beers and margaritas in the airport.
What do visitors love about Cantina Grill?
Colorado craft beer selection including local options like White Rascal and Pacifico, with bartenders who know their inventory Cocktails are notably strong and worth ordering, especially if offered as doubles Southwest salad and chicken tacos deliver quality for airport food, with fresh-tasting ingredients Fast, friendly service and quick seating even during busy airport times Semi-intimate atmosphere with lower lighting compared to other airport restaurants
Is there anything to know before visiting Cantina Grill?
Prices are high, though reviewers acknowledge this is standard for airport dining Seating is reserved for sit-down restaurant customers only—orders from the adjacent counter service side are turned away
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