{"id":9547,"date":"2016-12-28T14:24:59","date_gmt":"2016-12-28T22:24:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pickydiners.com\/www\/?p=9547"},"modified":"2017-03-17T12:47:51","modified_gmt":"2017-03-17T20:47:51","slug":"patron-tacos-cantina-urban-fiesta-spot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickydiners.com\/www\/patron-tacos-cantina-urban-fiesta-spot\/","title":{"rendered":"Patron Tacos and Cantina – Great Spot for An Urban Fiesta"},"content":{"rendered":"

I have visited Patron Tacos and Cantina a couple times. Before I indulged myself with their tasty tacos during the Vancouver Taco Crawl<\/a>, I was on a mission to taste their Sangria for the Vancouver Sangria Challenge<\/a>, but also had a chance to sample the other festive creations on their food and drink menu.<\/p>\n

The restaurant & bar is located on Robson street close to the stadiums, where it attracts the traffic of\u00a0hockey fans and concert-goers. I saw quite a few tables with\u00a0international students celebrating the start of the weekend as well.<\/p>\n

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Patron Tacos & Cantina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Patron Tacos & Cantina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

They have a small patio and I could imagine that it would be quite popular in the summer.<\/p>\n

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Patron Tacos & Cantina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Like at any Mexican restaurants, they serve you tortilla chips and dips even before you order anything, a great gesture of hospitality from a\u00a0warm welcoming culture.<\/p>\n

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Patron Tacos & Cantina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you like spicy food, the habanero dip has a ton of flavours.<\/p>\n

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dips for tortilla chips<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Ceviche<\/strong> ($13.85) is a heck of a deal. The Mexican interpretation of this popular Peruvian dish here was served with a generous amount of citrus infused tilapia, \u00a0along with mango, jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, \u00a0cucumber, avocado, and with crispy corn tortilla chips and lime on the side. I loved the tiny bits of red chilli, which were the little bursts of heat that elevated the flavour of the fish. However, I think using a flatter and wider bowl might work a little better as the citrus juice will be distributed a little more evenly.<\/p>\n

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Ceviche<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Nacho<\/strong> ($18) here is one of the best ones I have had at any restaurants. They totally nailed the ratio of fresh tomato, jalapeno and cheese. The tomatoes were fresh, and also nice and dry from being deseeded properly, which had made such a difference. The portion was\u00a0quite generous and being $18, it is already the most expensive item on their menu, showing\u00a0a great value for such an affordable price.\u00a0We also ordered a side of freshly made Guacamole\u00a0<\/strong>($2.50), something you gotta have for eating nachos!<\/p>\n

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Nachos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Guacamole\"<\/a>
Guacamole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For drinks, they are definitely not\u00a0shy away from having big\u00a0bold flavours. Their Sangria<\/strong> is a classic red wine one also packed with fruity boozy punches from raspberry vodka and peach liqueur.<\/p>\n

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Sangria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I always have an great appreciation for a great classic margarita on the rocks, which\u00a0the Margarita<\/strong> here certainly deserves The ratio of citrus and tequila was just perfect.<\/p>\n

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Margarita<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My buddy enjoyed his Pina Colada<\/strong> as well. This classic drink was packed with fresh exotic flavours from coconut and pineapple.<\/p>\n

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Pina Colada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I was impressed with the quality of food and drinks at Patrons, given the fact that they are already quite popular in the area always filled\u00a0with hockey fans and concert-goers, \u00a0as well as tourists and students. The Ceviche and the Nachos are 2 of the best dishes for sharing, which would get the fiesta going if you decide to party here with some great company and tequila.<\/p>\n

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* All food and beverages in this review were complimentary. Opinions are on the reviewer\u2019s own. *<\/p>\n

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Website and menu:<\/strong><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.patrontc.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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