Cantina Dos Segundos — Restaurant in Philadelphia

My main issue was how disorganized and chaotic it is here. I was originally going to make a reservation for the specific reason of hating putting my name down and waiting, but I originally didn't see that option on their site. HOWEVER, their process for walk-ins reminds of college bars. You put your name down, they write it on a slip of receipt paper... But there's more than 1 piece of receipt paper floating about. They don't text you, just walk around yelling names and being confused with each other about who called who. Several tables stood empty, some because they just haven't cleaned it off in 10 minutes. You have to stand in a long que to get in. Though not their fault, the majority of the clientele stands in front of either bars after they've ordered and have gotten their food and drinks, and don't move because I guess no one else wants to order in their minds.

The food was okay, we generally order a whole bunch for the table tapas style. I have a serious problem when a Mexican place charges for chips & salsa, generally if I see that I know it's a high chance I'll be disappointed by the food. I must have skipped over that the chicken empanadas had corn in them, wasn't a fan. The carne asada in the chimichangas was good, but it was less a chimichanga, more a burrito. The Mexican style tacos were good, however I was disappointed by flour tortillas. The tamarindo wings were okay. Was a fair bit disappointed with how small the margarita pitchers were, flavors were good and more tart than sweet. Possibly the issue was the day it was, but I'm not sure I'd give it another go on a...

Parked in a nearby lot and had every intention on going bowling as we were walking to the bowling alley. We saw this restaurant as well as the menu outside and both said that if there’s a wait we’re gonna come back and eat at this restaurant and forget about bowling well there was a wait and we were able to go back to the restaurant and we were immediately seated.

Our server was really friendly and relatively new, but still awesome. The decor was subtle and had an authentic look inside. The music 🎶 was spot on for me, idk who was controlling the music but it kept me there even longer. I did see a bar and seating area when you initially walk in. We sat in the dining area because we were a bit chilly and was told it would be warmer and it was. We noticed that there’s a back door leading to another outdoor dining area. It looked really cute from where we sat.

Now onto the food!!! Elote-I was only expecting one but instead received 2 nice sized corns that had the perfect taste and the right amount of everything on them with a perfect grilled taste to them as well. I was told that the Chimichanga was different but still good. I had the crab taco, and OMG let me just say this will be my go to place for some good Mexican food. Everything tasted so good; everything had flavor and tasted like something. The churros were good, wished the chocolate came on the side m, instead of drizzled all over them. Our drinks were really good, we really enjoyed the pineapple and mango...

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I have been coming here 2-3 times a week recently. The food was always great and I loved the service. Tonight they ruined it and I won’t be back. Literally have taken atleast 30 people here because I enjoyed it so much but never again.

I went two nights in a row. Friday was incredible, with great service. Saturday was terrible. Ordered a vegan burrito, it had meat in it. My friend ordered the EXACT SAME BURRITO. We both got seitan burritos. Took a couple bites of mine and my stomach instantly hurt. Knew something was off immediately. I compared what was in my burrito to my friends. They were different colors, different textures. His was brown, spongy, had holes in it. Mine was white, fleshy, and rubbery. Everyone at the table tasted both, and every single person said there was zero chance that mine was seitan.

The server argued with me about it for the rest of the time we were there. Then made several very rude remarks about it, and talked loudly about it to other staff. I was forced to pay for something I took two bites of that had meat in it. It was an infuriating.

So unfortunately it only takes one bad experience to ruin 100 good ones. I will never go back, and I am advising anyone I know to avoid this place at all costs. I have never minded paying the ridiculous prices here, but I do mind paying for something I didn’t want. So I’ll be going to Sancho Pistolas exclusively from...