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Chapulín Cantina, Austin, TX

Chapulín Cantina

4.6
4.6
266 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Great for happy hour
Chapulin Cantina offers authentic Oaxacan cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. Our bar boasts creative cocktails and an incredible selection of mezcals you won't find anywhere else! Striving to bring the flavor of Oaxaca to South Congress, Austin TX.

Allergies to Nuts and Seeds not friendly.

Chapulin has a 15 minute Grace period for reservations, please call if you are running late.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Samson

What 266 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chapulín Cantina offers a vibrant and lively atmosphere with "fantastic Tex-Mex" and authentic Oaxacan cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "incredible food," notably the Wagyu tacos and mole dishes. While some mention the noise level, the extensive mezcal selection, festive decor, and attentive staff make it a "hidden gem on SoCo."

266 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down the BEST mole I have ever had!! Our server was Cruz and he was also amazing!

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  2. Robert VIP

    Montreal4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food is delicious! Great menu. The Arroz Frito balls are ithe best appetizer in town. Excellent margaritas, mole, seafood and tasty vegetarian options.

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  3. Beth VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant was not busy, but the service was slow despite there being several employees hanging around. They were out of the chicken that we were wanting to order…they suggested shredded beef which was very fatty. We ordered Queso Flameado and were not offered any of the add-ins which we saw on the menu. Decor was fun. Bright spot was the spicy skinny margarita. Would not go back given all the options in the area. Locals, not tourists.

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  4. Stewart

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We REALLY enjoyed our night. We had the mole (one of 5 different varieties) and the Ceviche. Flameado with chorizo app. All food and drinks were amazing!!! Will be back.

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  5. Cleo VIP

    Dallas13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful authentic mexican food. Their mole sampler is superb. Authentic mexican food and the place is beautifully decorated

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  6. Johann

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and drinks were good value. The mole and tuna tostado were exceptional. The tacos were generously portioned and solid. Enjoyed the cocktails!

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  7. Dennis

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Drinks were good overall but not unique and all the different drinks we ordered oddly tasted very similar. The table for 4 was too small to hols all the plates, and drinking glasses. The service was outstanding.

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  8. Fernanda

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly authentic food, big dishes, the tastiest agua de horchata, and great service!

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  9. Israel VIP

    Dallas9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an incredible experience at this Oaxacan gem! The service was absolutely outstanding—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Their variety of moles is a true highlight, each one rich and bursting with authentic flavor. The wagyu deshebrada taco was simply unforgettable—perfectly tender and seasoned to perfection. To top it off, their mezcal selection is extensive, offering something for every palate. Whether you’re a mezcal connoisseur or just curious to try, you’ll find plenty to love here. Highly recommended for anyone looking to savor the best of Oaxacan cuisine!

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  10. Rich VIP

    Austin23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Someone recommended Chapulin and said their tacos were 10/10. I am usually disappointed when another tells me this but in this case... Yes the Wagyu Carne Deshebrada tacos were excellent. Quite possibly the best tacos I've had my five years in Austin. The guacamole with chicharrones were very good as well. Yes, we will be back and thank you!

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FAQs

Chapulín Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 441-7672.

Chapulín Cantina is rated 4.6 stars by 266 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Chapulín Cantina

1610 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Samson
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