On The Border Mexican Grill Cantina Corpus Christi

5117 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, United States

🛍 Fish, Cheese, Mexican, Chicken

3.7 💬 146 Reviews
On The Border Mexican Grill Cantina Corpus Christi

Phone: +13619929662

Address: 5117 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, United States

City: Corpus Christi

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 146

Website: https://www.ontheborder.com/locations/corpus-christi/

"I give 5 stars for the service. When you visit, be sure to ask for Cat; she is friendly and attentive, making you feel like she's going above and beyond, just like a caring aunt would. She is truly the sweetest! However, I found the food to be overpriced for the quality; it felt like the prices were inflated compared to the flavor. The margaritas were $5 during happy hour, and they were a good deal. Unfortunately, we were seated at a dirty table by the hostess. I was a bit taken aback because I typically don't sit at a dirty table, even before the pandemic, and I tried to pay but felt awkward since I hadn’t eaten directly from that table. Despite that, our server Cat turned a disappointing situation into a delightful experience. She is a truly valuable employee!"

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Tacos

Dessert

Starters

Salads

Featured Items

Kids

Enchiladas

Lunch Hoagies

Salads & More

Beef Specialties

Starters & Dips

Soups And Salads

Dips, Snacks, & Small Plates

Burritos

Entrées

The Fajitas

Kids Menu

Fajitas

Mains

Hosted Bar Packages

Burritos And Chimis

Botanas (Appetizers)

Tex Que

Chimichangas

Burritos & Chimi's

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Good food and drinks. Staff could have been more friendly. But the service was great overall.

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User

If you get served by Cat , you will have a great experience. She makes you feel like you are important and what you eat matters to her ! A credit to this restaurant! Look after this asset !


User
User

They give you chips and salsa. The chips were nice and crisp. The salsa has a nice little spice to it. I had their Mexican grilled chicken. It comes with rice and seasonal veggies. The chicken was done well. Service while friendly was very slow.


User
User

this can be our new favorite Mexican restaurant! we tried to find mistakes with them, as our old favorite Mexican restaurant was just on the street, but there was nothing we didn't like! we shared the day-fajitas and had enough left to take some home. we will definitely come back! View menu


User
User

I was initially disappointed to find their top shelf 1800 margarita used too much store bought sweet and sour. However the watermelon margarita was delightful. The food was better than I expected for a chain Mexican restaurant and I would not mind eating here again and trying a few other signature margaritas.


User
User

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and I was greeted warmly as soon as I walked in. Our waitress, Daisy, was fantastic! She took our order without needing to write anything down, and everything was perfect—from our drinks to the chips and salsa and beyond. The culinary experience was a great success! Keep up the excellent work, Daisy!


User
User

Great food, generous portions, and good service. The only downside was that my plate may have been under the heat lamps a bit too long, which dried out the rice. I've dined at other places by the border, but I don't feel like I'm missing out by not having one in my hometown. The restaurant wasn't too busy, and the staff did a great job cleaning the tables. The restrooms were clean, and they offer military discounts! View menu


User
User

This place is for sure has really good ambiance but lacks a ton on their standards of food quality and consistency. It was to a surprise that what kind of chimichanga they make, it was for sure not we expected and the Fajita was really very bland and had no taste. The fish tacos was for sure good I won’t complain on that. They for sure need to come up with new presentation skills on a plate, it felt like everything was thrown from a long distance to the plate. For sure May be if we come back will try again.


User
User

Great Happy Hour! We have continued to visit this place for happy hour. Added a picture as of December 16, 2022. We tried the firecracker stuffed jalapeño and house margaritas. We also shared a plate of honey chipotle chicken fajitas. Service was good but you could tell they were short handed. We went this past Friday again, again ordered the firecracker stuffed jalapeño, margaritas. We also tried their trio queso, all three bowls had the base cheese dip, they just added red hot sauce to one and green hot sauce to the other. They are running a featured blackberry margarita with a touch of cinnamon in the drink and sugar cinnamon on the rim. It is a drink to try! Forgot to take a picture of t...


User
User

I give 5 stars for the service. When you visit, be sure to ask for Cat; she is friendly and attentive, making you feel like she's going above and beyond, just like a caring aunt would. She is truly the sweetest! However, I found the food to be overpriced for the quality; it felt like the prices were inflated compared to the flavor. The margaritas were $5 during happy hour, and they were a good deal. Unfortunately, we were seated at a dirty table by the hostess. I was a bit taken aback because I typically don't sit at a dirty table, even before the pandemic, and I tried to pay but felt awkward since I hadn’t eaten directly from that table. Despite that, our server Cat turned a disappointing s... View menu

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, a coastal city in Texas, is known for its beaches, seafood, and Tex-Mex cuisine, offering dishes like fish tacos, shrimp, and enchiladas with local flavors.

Categories

  • Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments. View menu
  • Mexican Authentic Mexican flavors await you with sizzling fajitas, savory tacos, zesty enchiladas, and fresh guacamole, all crafted with rich, traditional spices and served with vibrant sides. Enjoy a fiesta on your plate!
  • Chicken Succulent and savory, our chicken dishes are crafted with tender meat, flavorful seasonings, and diverse culinary inspirations. Enjoy a delectable variety that's sure to satisfy every palate.

Amenities

  • Television
  • Outdoor Seating
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  • Accepts Credit Cards
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