El Cantarito Bar & Grill

El Cantarito Bar & Grill channels more than 25 years of Mexican culinary experience into its full-service dining room in downtown Fuquay-Varina, opening daily at 11 a.m. to serve lunch and dinner crowds. Located on South Main Street inside The Q development, the space layers tufted banquettes with a wall of hanging plants and a sweeping bar to create a modern yet welcoming backdrop for gatherings of every size.

The kitchen leans on farm-fresh ingredients to deliver the restaurant’s promise of showcasing the full spectrum of Mexican food. Sizzling fajitas, crunchy flautas, and lime-bright guacamole headline a menu that also spans burritos, tacos, and hearty combination platters, making it easy to mix and match flavors whether you’re craving grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian plates.

Handcrafted margaritas share the bar with colorful signatures like the Rainbow Paradise cocktail, while draft beer and sangria keep the options broad for casual nights out. Guests can linger over the bar-and-grill hospitality in the dining room or tap the online ordering platform for convenient takeout, confident that every visit captures the vibrant flavors and upbeat service that have made El Cantarito a downtown favorite.