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El Don Cocina and Cantina, Lathrop, CA

El Don Cocina and Cantina

4.3
4.3
14 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
16925 S Harlan Rd 101, Lathrop, CA 95330-8780

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
El Don Cocina & Cantina offers a vibrant, elevated experience in Mexican dining, blending authentic flavors with a modern twist. From our enhanced Skirt Steak Tacos to signature seafood specialties like Camarones a la Diabla, each dish showcases premium ingredients and bold, unforgettable flavors. Our bar features handcrafted cocktails made from scratch with fresh ingredients and creative flair, the perfect match for any meal. With a warm and inviting atmosphere and a carefully curated menu, every visit to El Don Cocina & Cantina is a celebration of Mexican cuisine and cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Angelica
  • Catering
    Call Restaurant
  • Private party facilities
    Call Restaurant
  • Neighborhood
    Manteca
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 14 people are saying

El Don Cocina and Cantina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Great for brunch

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Lively

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Mexican

  • North San Joaquin Valley

    Good for groups

  • North San Joaquin Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • North San Joaquin Valley

    Romantic

  • North San Joaquin Valley

    Lively

  • North San Joaquin Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Don Cocina and Cantina offers a lively atmosphere with "great service" and "delicious food." Despite some seating and service hiccups, the restaurant shines with its "amazing vibes" and standout dishes like churro pancakes and mole enchiladas. Patrons appreciate the "fantastic music" and shareable portions, making it a worthwhile visit.
14 Reviews
  1. Christina VIP

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went to an R&B brunch event at El Don. The food, music, service and vibes were on point! I got the churro pancakes and they were 10/10 a must try! Not too sweet which is was I was worried about at first it was perfect without the syrup.

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  2. Nicole

    Palm Springs1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, and the food & drinks did not disappoint!

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  3. Michael

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    the vibe of the restaurant is very relaxing. Recommending this to everyone I know

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    Caribbean1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    First of all sun was directly in our faces , nothing on the window to help with that . Appetizers came almost at the same time as main , drinks were half filled glasses . And they were already pre made drinks at that . Soda was flat . Food was mediocre not that great . My daughter ordered enchiladas and they came out as just chicken pieces on a plate we had to send back. Added gratuity was insane $170 for a $400 bill . We won’t be going there again . Also they promised to do a birthday celebration song for my father who turned 79 . No one ever came by table after we requested to do before we left .

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  5. Angelina

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my husband to El Don Cocina & Cantina and they did not disappoint! The food was next level and drinks were great. Definitely recommend.

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    Sacramento1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated almost an hour after our reservation. Once we arrived at our table, the waitress didn't provide us with menus. Our food arrived well over an hour after we ordered. The food was great.

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    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place continues to deliver! Vibes are amazing and the quality of the food just keeps me coming back!

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  8. BarbaraG

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service. Music was fantastic and just made the experience that much more enjoyable. I was told about El Don from a teacher I work with. So worth going!!

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  9. David

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 2nd time here. It was still good but our food came out lukewarm and the black beans were bland. I mentioned it to our waiter and he offered to warm it up. He brought us the most delicious desert. Hot chocolate cake with yummy ice cream. It is quite pricey, but portions are large so very shareable. The drinks are excellent, that’s what added to the overall cost.

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  10. Victoria

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked our anniversary dinner here, checked in early and they seated us 10 minutes later than our scheduled time. Another couple with the same reservation time but arrived after us were seated before us even after we said we were there first. We were seated and told that they were already out of the Carmel flan we were supposed to have with our meal. They said they would give us a lava cake instead, but at the end when we asked for the bill they said they had NO dessert for us. The tortillas brought out were cold, then the chicken dish we got also came out in a skillet but wasn’t hot enough. the service was lacking, we weren’t brought napkins or waters. We were looking forward to the reservation but disappointed.

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FAQs

El Don Cocina and Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (209) 629-8371.

El Don Cocina and Cantina is rated 4.3 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

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

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16925 S Harlan Rd 101, Lathrop, CA 95330-8780

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Manteca
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Angelica
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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