Cantina Bar

Bar · Mexican · Bar & breweryBalmain

2 dishes marked gluten free+ 2 can be made gluten free on request

35 dishesmenu read 10 Novcantinabar.com.au

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Starters

  • Guacamole or Salsa Roja with Totopos$11

    Corn chips

  • Esquites$14

    Corn in cup, soft corn kernels, smoky chipotle butter, mayo, grated cheese, a magic powder, served with warm flour tortillas

    VegetarianLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Rustic Shoestring Fries$9

    Served with habanero crema

  • Chipotle Prawns Anticuchos$15

    Two skewers, three prawns each, lime wedge

    Likely shellfish

Tacos

  • Lamb Barbacoa$16

    Slow cooked shredded lamb w house slaw, pickled red onion

  • Chipotle Beef$16

    Slow cooked beef cheek w house slaw, fresh shallot

  • Chicken Fajita$16

    Marinated, flame-grilled chicken served with creamy guacamole and zesty pico de gallo

    Likely dairy

  • Baja California Crispy Fish$16

    With pickled cabbage, chipotle mayo & jalapeño

    Likely eggLikely fish

  • Yucatan Mushroom$16

    Adobo salsa, peppers, chipotle, mayo & shallot

    VegetarianLikely egg

  • Char Grilled Prawn$16

    Habanero crema, house guacamole & sliced radish

    Likely shellfish

Featured

  • Wagyu Taco$23.80

    Wagyu flank MBS 4+, one taco

  • Crispy Tofu$16

    Golden, crispy tofu served atop a smooth and tangy avocado crème, sliced onion, chili, and fresh coriander

    VeganLikely soy

  • Chipotle Pork$16

    Tender pulled pork with a smoky chipotle kick, paired with creamy avocado crème and zesty pico de gallo

  • Cauliflower$16

    Crisp cauliflower drizzled with tangy tomatillo sauce and paired with vibrant mango salsa

    Vegan

This and That

  • Cowboy Caviar$15

    Mix of black beans, brown beans, avocado, onion, tomato, coriander, capsicum, lemon dressing, served with corn chips

    Vegan

  • Steak Tartare$28

    Finely diced beef tenderloin, egg yolk, shallots, capers, pickles, crispy tortilla

    Can be made free of glutenLikely egg

  • Duck Carnitas Tostadas$21

    Toasted round tortilla, slow cooked shredded duck, chipotle mayo, red cabbage, house guac

    Likely egg

  • Quesadilla$20

    Grilled flour tortilla, melted cheese, creamy guacamole and tangy sour cream. Choose from fajita chicken, chipotle beef, or Yucatan-style…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Cauliflower Salad$19

    Currants, sumac onions, walnuts, coriander and tahini yoghurt

    VegetarianLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Green Salad$19

    Mizuna, cherry tomatoes, red onions, tofu, pitted olives, served with balsamic vinaigrette

    VeganLikely soy

  • Chile Relleno$17

    Jalapeño poppers stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar & bacon. Deep fried and served with tomatillo sauce

    Likely dairy

  • Prawn & Chorizo Anticuchos$22

    Char-grilled, served with chimichurri & pico de gallo salsa, warm flour tortillas

    Can be made free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Tuna Fresh Ceviche$25

    Diced yellow fin tuna marinated in leche de tigre with lime and lemon juice, pomegranate, ginger, shallots, served with totopos

    Likely fish

Mains

  • Burrito Bowl$25

    Coriander-lime rice, crisp sliced radish, hearty black beans, tangy pickled onions, spicy pickled jalapeños, fresh avocado and smooth sour…

    Likely dairy

  • Scotch Fillet Steak$35

    A succulent 250g scotch fillet, perfectly cooked and served with a vibrant, herbaceous chimichurri sauce

    Free of gluten

  • Torta Cubana$22

    A hearty Cuban-style sandwich loaded with tender, slow-cooked beef cheek, melted cheese, zesty pickled jalapeños, smoky chipotle mayo…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Cantina Burritos$22

    Filled with your choice of Chipotle Beef or Marinated Chicken, refried beans, Mexican rice, fresh shallots and melted cheese, served with…

    Likely dairy

  • Nachos$19

    Your choice of Chipotle Beef or Marinated Chicken layered with a rich blend of blue cheese and cheddar fondue, fresh guacamole and salsa…

    Vegan optionLikely dairy

  • Chimichanga$23

    A crispy, deep-fried flour tortilla filled with marinated chicken, shallots, mushrooms, and melted cheese, served with fresh guacamole…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Beaumont Eye Fillet$53

    Premium beef tenderloin (200g), crispy risotto, onion jam, aioli, red wine jus

    Likely egg

  • Salmon Cauliflower$37

    Atlantic salmon fillet, cauliflower, currants, sumac onions, walnuts, coriander and tahini yoghurt

    Likely dairyLikely nutsLikely sesameLikely fish

  • Duck Breast$35

    Pan-seared duck breast, Asian green, carrot puree

    Free of gluten

  • Prawn Risotto$28

    Creamy risotto with succulent prawns, a mix of earthy mushrooms and tender artichokes, with a touch of chili for subtle heat

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

Desserts

  • Churros$14

    Served with chocolate ganache and dulce de leche

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Chaha$14

    Latin pavlova: cream, mixed berry jam, fresh berries, whipped cream, meringue, dulce de leche

    Likely dairyLikely egg

Set menus (per person)

Set menus, banquets and tasting menus: a meal for the table, priced per person, often with a minimum number of guests.

Bottomless brunch set menu

Saturdays & Sundays, 11 AM - 3 PM

Set menu

  • Bottomless Brunch$69

    Set menu with 2 hrs unlimited drinks, must prebook. Main (choose one): Baja California crispy fish taco; Breakfast burrito; Yucatan…

    Likely gluten

Good to know

Bar

  • Vegetarian dishes (7)venue menu, read 10 Nov 2026
  • Vegan dishes (4)venue menu, read 10 Nov 2026
  • Takes bookingsvenue website, read 10 Nov 2026 · source

Not known yet: dog friendly, kid friendly, kids menu, outdoor seating, wheelchair access, high chairs, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
Address350 Darling Street, Balmain, 2041
AreaInner West
KindBar · Mexican · Bar & brewery
Websitecantinabar.com.au
BookingOnline through NowBookIt
Menu read10 Nov 2026 from cantinabar.com.au
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Cantina Bar

Does Cantina Bar have gluten-free options?

Yes: 2 dishes are gluten free as served, and 2 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Cantina Bar coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at Cantina Bar?

Steak Tartare (Ask for the gluten free option); Prawn & Chorizo Anticuchos (Ask for the gluten free option).

Can I book Cantina Bar online?

Yes, through NowBookIt: https://bookings.nowbookit.com/?accountid=aba4a0a5-6039-49b1-8d37-164cb669b324&venueid=7642&theme=light&colors=hex,ef4b4d&font=Arimo

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